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• 'The Batman Part 2' Delayed to 2028: Will Robert Pattinson Sequel Escape Development Hell?

  15-07-2026 23:04 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Director Matt Reeves announces 'The Batman 2' will be delayed until 2028, sparking concerns about development issues. Despite setbacks, new footage reassures fans of the film's progress.
  
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• Claudia Winkleman BBC Show Exit Explained: 'Maybe One Day I Will Give It Another Try'

  16-07-2026 18:14 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Claudia Winkleman has ended her BBC chat show after one series, citing nerves despite hosting major celebrities. The show, which aired in Graham Norton's slot, received mixed reviews.
  
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• Chancellor announces funding for scale-ups

  16-07-2026 18:09 via growthbusiness.co.uk
  
  By Anna Jordan on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial successChancellor Rachel Reeves revealed an SME funding package ahead of her Mansion House speech on July 14, 2026. The most notable measures for scale-ups are:
  Expansion of the Growth Guarantee SchemePortfolio guarantee scheme for exportersExpanded ENABLE GuaranteesNew Growth Alliance
  Here’s what you need to know about each.Expansion of the Growth Guarantee SchemeThis announcement is the main event for small businesses. T
  
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• Lena Headey Condemns 'Weird Protection' Offered to Predatory Men in Hollywood

  16-07-2026 18:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Lena Headey opens up about sex scenes, Harvey Weinstein and her new drama Intimacy, blasting Hollywood's 'weird protection' of predatory men and the limits of fame after Game of Thrones.
  
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• Hebrew Media: Sara Netanyahu Requests Lifetime Security for Herself and Sons

  16-07-2026 17:55 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Sara Netanyahu's lifetime security request sparks controversy after Hebrew media reports alleged political pressure preceded approval for extended protection for her and her sons.
  
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• 'He Lit A Torch': Why Prince William Allegedly Refuses To Forgive Harry After New UK Visit

  16-07-2026 17:35 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prince William reportedly refuses to reconcile with Prince Harry after a family reunion at Highgrove House, marking the first time King Charles saw Harry's family in four years.
  
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• Prince Harry Faces Royal Reality as Queen Camilla Becomes the 'Non-Negotiable' Key to King Charles Reconciliation

  16-07-2026 17:31 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prince Harry's reconciliation with King Charles III may depend on accepting Queen Camilla's role in the family, as recent meetings suggest cautious progress in mending royal relationships
  
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• Nick Reiner Jail Update: Rob's Son Reportedly Doesn't Know Who the President Is Before Trial

  16-07-2026 17:31 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner, faces murder charges while his health reportedly declines in jail. Concerns grow as his preliminary hearing approaches.
  
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• R. Kelly Formally Asks Donald Trump To Commute His 30-Year Prison Sentence

  16-07-2026 17:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  R. Kelly's legal team has formally requested Donald Trump to commute his 30-year federal prison sentence, citing safety concerns. The request is now a pending clemency case under review.
  
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• 'Basically Buy A Prince': Leaked Files Reveal Trump Official Tried To Exploit Ex-Prince Andrew For $1M

  16-07-2026 17:10 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Leaked Epstein files suggest Trump commerce secretary Howard Lutnick discussed a joint AdFin investment with Epstein in 2018 and explored a $1m plan to exploit ex-Prince Andrew's contacts in 2013.
  
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• DOJ Defends Musk's Unpermitted Gas Turbines, Saying Shutting Down Grok Threatens National Security

  16-07-2026 17:04 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  SpaceX has bought a $1 billion gas turbine company and installed dozens of unpermitted units to power its Grok AI centre, with US officials now arguing that shutting them down would endanger national security.
  
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• Trump Shares Video Calling for the Arrest and Deportation of Bernie Sanders and Zohran Mamdani

  16-07-2026 17:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Trump shared a video calling for the criminalisation and deportation of Bernie Sanders and Zohran Mamdani, sparking fresh controversy. Here's what the video actually says.
  
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• Marco Rubio Accuses Iran and Cuba of Funding Antifa: 'They Despise the West'

  16-07-2026 17:01 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Marco Rubio warns of a rising threat from far-left extremism, linking it to Iran and Cuba, and calls for global counterterrorism efforts.
  
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• FIFA Urged to Investigate Argentina Over 'Falklands Are Argentine' Banner After Beating England

  16-07-2026 16:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Argentina's World Cup semi-final win over England was marred by a controversial banner, reigniting the Falkland Islands dispute and prompting calls for a FIFA investigation.
  
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• 'You're Off Your Head': Katie Price's Stepdad Admits Blaming Himself for Her Endless Failed Marriages

  16-07-2026 16:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  In a new Sky documentary, Katie Price's stepdad Paul blames himself for her failed marriages and criticises her wedding to Lee Andrews, who faces ongoing legal troubles.
  
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• Republicans Reportedly Fear Trump Will Revive 2020 Election Claims in Primetime Address

  16-07-2026 16:51 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  US President Donald Trump plans a primetime address focusing on election security, sparking Republican concerns about revisiting disputed 2020 election claims ahead of the 2026 midterms
  
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• Sam Neill's Cause of Death Revealed as Family Break Silence on Final Illness

  16-07-2026 16:40 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Sam Neill's family and representative have confirmed the beloved Jurassic Park star died from pneumonia in Sydney at 78, months after beating blood cancer with CAR‑T therapy.
  
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• Trump DNI Nominee Jay Clayton Refuses to Say Biden Won 2020 Election in Heated Senate Hearing

  16-07-2026 16:35 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Jay Clayton, Trump's DNI nominee, faced intense questioning in a Senate hearing for not explicitly acknowledging Biden's 2020 election win.
  
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• Book Of Enoch Antichrist Prophecy: Banned Bible Scriptures Reveal Eerie End-Times Warning

  16-07-2026 16:25 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  An ancient banned Bible text, the Book of Enoch, is fuelling new debate as its Antichrist prophecy about corrupt 'kings and the mighty' is being read against today's wealth‑driven power structures.
  
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• Trump Immigration Policy: State Department Weighing $100,000 Upfront Green Card Fee

  16-07-2026 16:18 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Trump administration is considering forcing some green‑card applicants abroad to post bonds of around $100,000, in a move critics say would turn US immigration into a 'pay‑to‑play' system.
  
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• Trump Plans to Let Political Appointees Control $1 Trillion in Federal Grants, Earning Pushback From Scientists

  16-07-2026 16:13 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Trump's federal grants proposal could give political appointees greater control over $1.1 trillion in funding, prompting scientists to warn of risks to US research and innovation.
  
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• Pete Hegseth's 'Gender-Affirming' Testosterone Plan for Troops Blasted by Public Health Scientist

  16-07-2026 16:10 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The US military's new testosterone screening policy for troops has drawn criticism from medical experts and Democrats, who argue it lacks clear medical justification and may be politically motivated.
  
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• Why Did Lionel Messi Bathe Lamine Yamal? Explaining The Viral 2007 UNICEF Charity Baby Photo

  16-07-2026 16:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A 2007 charity photo of Lionel Messi bathing baby Lamine Yamal resurfaces, highlighting their current football prominence and sparking renewed interest in this unique moment of football history.
  
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• Trump Admin Threatens ICE Funding Cuts Leaving Police, Rape Kit Testing, and Ambulances in Key Cities

  16-07-2026 16:01 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Trump administration's threat to withhold federal funding from cities not complying with ICE directives endangers public safety services, prompting legal battles.
  
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• DOJ Threatens To Strip Police And Rape Kit Funding From Sanctuary Cities Blocking ICE

  16-07-2026 16:01 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Trump administration's threat to withhold federal funding from cities not complying with ICE directives endangers public safety services, prompting legal battles.
  
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• King Charles Reportedly Rejects Meghan Markle's Demands In Secret Highgrove Meeting

  16-07-2026 15:47 via ibtimes.co.uk
  King Charles is reported to have rejected Meghan Markle's demands during a secret Highgrove meeting with the Sussexes, insisting on strict conditions and bringing Queen Camilla in for support.
  
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• Mike Browning, Founding Morbid Angel Member And Nocturnus AD Frontman, Dies At 62

  16-07-2026 15:35 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Mike Browning, former Morbid Angel drummer and death metal pioneer, has died at 62. Tributes highlight his influence on the genre and his unique blend of metal and science fiction.
  
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• How Did Mike Browning Die? Cause of Death Revealed as Tributes Pour in for Death Metal Pioneer

  16-07-2026 15:35 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Mike Browning, former Morbid Angel drummer and death metal pioneer, has died at 62. Tributes highlight his influence on the genre and his unique blend of metal and science fiction.
  
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• Texas Faces Fresh Flood Emergency as Communities Relive Trauma of Last Year's Camp Mystic Disaster

  16-07-2026 15:29 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Torrential rains in Texas have forced evacuations and rescues, highlighting ongoing flood risks a year after a deadly disaster. Emergency measures are in place as communities brace for more rain.
  
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• Why Did Trump Fire Roger Rogoff? Court-Appointed Seattle Prosecutor Ousted an Hour After Swearing-In

  16-07-2026 15:23 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Why did Trump fire Roger Rogoff? Discover why Seattle's newly sworn-in US attorney was ousted within an hour, and how the unprecedented move sparked a legal battle.
  
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