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• University Study Reveals Packaging Makes Non-Alcoholic Beers More Expensive Than They Should Be

  03-09-2026 23:42 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A University of Sheffield study finds that no/lo alcohol products are cheaper individually but lose price advantage in bulk, impacting consumer choices and alcohol-related harm reduction efforts.
  
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• Fed Rate-Hike Odds Jump After US Jobs Beat Expectations: What's Next for US Stocks?

  04-09-2026 19:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  In August, the US economy added 162,000 jobs, far surpassing expectations and fuelling speculation of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike in September, impacting stock market dynamics.
  
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• Man Earning £180K, Owning £1M Home, Working Just 30 Hours Some Weeks—So Why Does He Want More?

  04-09-2026 19:51 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A London financial pro earning £180K questions his security despite a £1M home and £800K mortgage, highlighting the struggle to balance income, debt, and stability.
  
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• 'Obviously in America': Florida Couple Finds Bullet Casing Inside 99¢ Publix Avocado

  04-09-2026 19:40 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The bizarre story of a Florida couple who found a bullet casing inside an avocado from Publix. The viral video has sparked online speculation and humour, with names like 'ammo-cado' and 'bullet-cado'.
  
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• Volkswagen to Slash 100,000 Jobs and Half Its Car Models in 'Most Profound' Transformation in Its History

  04-09-2026 19:31 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Volkswagen's major workforce transformation includes 100,000 job cuts across key brands like Audi and Porsche. Learn about the future of German plants and Bentley's Crewe site amid these changes.
  
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• What Is TPS? Haitian Student, 20, Dies in Apparent Suicide After Losing Status

  04-09-2026 19:13 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The tragic story of Pierre Damas Bel, a young Haitian immigrant whose life ended in apparent suicide after losing Temporary Protected Status and facing bullying over an ICE ankle monitor.
  
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• 'You Are Everything That Is Wrong With Humanity': Elon Musk Criticised After Backing Brian Armstrong's Philanthropy Claims

  04-09-2026 18:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Elon Musk faces backlash after agreeing with Coinbase co-founder Brian Armstrong's claim that philanthropy is a net negative, sparking debate over the societal role of charitable foundations.
  
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• Democrats Take a Swipe at RFK Jr. Over Food Recalls in 2026: How Many Have There Been?

  04-09-2026 18:51 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The controversy over food recalls during RFK Jr.'s tenure as US Health Secretary. Explore the debate over recall numbers and the political pressure for his resignation.
  
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• Schoolboy Sentenced to Four and a Half Years in Youth Detention for Stabbing History Teacher

  04-09-2026 18:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A 16-year-old was sentenced to youth detention for stabbing his teacher in the head at a Welsh school. The attack left the teacher fearing for her life and questioning her future in teaching.
  
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• OpenAI GPT-6 Astra 'Messy Rollout': Sam Altman Apologises as Paying Users Experience Access Delays

  04-09-2026 18:20 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra launch faced user frustration due to access delays and safety concerns, prompting CEO Sam Altman to apologise for the rollout issues
  
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• Lionel Richie Health Update: 77-Year-Old Singer's Kids 'Crazy Scared They Could Lose Him' Over ICU

  04-09-2026 18:13 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Lionel Richie, 77, was hospitalised after a concert due to health concerns. Despite family worries, he plans to continue his tour. No official diagnosis has been confirmed.
  
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• Elon Musk Once Declared Her 'Dead'—Now His Estranged Daughter Stars in an Anti-AI Fashion Campaign

  04-09-2026 18:04 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Elon Musk's estranged daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson, fronts Desigual's anti-AI campaign, challenging tech, championing creatives, and urging LGBTQ+ voters to act.
  
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• Trump DOJ Threatening to 'Starve Poor Kids' to Force Mass Deportation Crackdown, Ex-Official Claims

  04-09-2026 17:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Former DHS official Miles Taylor says the DOJ legal opinion puts welfare funding at risk if states fail to expand immigration reporting though no funding cuts have yet been announced under the policy.
  
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• Ariana Grande, Ricky Alvarez Wedding Rumours Explained: Tour Lyric Change Sparks Fresh Romance Speculations

  04-09-2026 17:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ariana Grande's final Eternal Sunshine Tour show in London sparked marriage rumours after a bold new Thank U, Next lyric seemingly pointed to Ricky Alvarez as her 'last'.
  
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• Elon Musk Reportedly Texted About 'Anomaly in the Matrix' Before 2024 US Election, Film Reveals

  04-09-2026 17:48 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A new documentary by Alex Gibney explores Elon Musk's cryptic messages about 'anomalies' and 'lasers in space,' alongside his substantial political spending during the 2024 US election cycle
  
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• Alejandro Betancourt Named Key Broker in Trump Administration's America First Venezuela Oil Push

  04-09-2026 17:45 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Alejandro Betancourt acts as a key facilitator for the US administration, helping American companies invest in Venezuela's vast oil reserves.
  
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• Joshua Van's Journey from Myanmar to UFC Champion Now Includes a Major Sportsbook Deal

  04-09-2026 17:42 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Joshua Van's journey from a refugee camp to UFC champion showcases his resilience, representing both Myanmar and Houston. His story inspires immigrants and sports fans alike, transcending the sport itself.
  
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• UK Sweepstakes Players Are Not Affected by LuckyLand's Closure

  04-09-2026 17:41 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  LuckyLand Slots' closure in the US doesn't affect UK players, as VGW's other brands, Chumba Casino and Global Poker, remain operational. The closure is due to US state restrictions.
  
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• British Army Halts Exercises Due to Money Shortage Despite Attack Warnings From Kremlin

  04-09-2026 17:34 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  British Army training cuts halt major exercises, including Challenger 2 drills, as a £30 million funding squeeze fuels fears over readiness amid Kremlin tensions.
  
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• 401(k) Balances Hit Record Highs, But More Americans Are Raiding Their Retirement Savings

  04-09-2026 17:34 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  In 2026, US retirement accounts hit record highs, but rising 401(k) loans and withdrawals reveal financial pressures, reflecting a mixed outlook for retirement planning.
  
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• Woman Says She Lost $188,350 in Amway Despite Reaching Top 1%: 'I Was Stuck in a Cult'

  04-09-2026 17:31 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Stephanie's viral TikTok journey reveals her nine-year struggle with Amway, a multi-level marketing company, where she faced a staggering $188,350 financial loss.
  
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• Why Was Maria Bartiromo Fired From Fox News? Trump Calls Axed Presenter 'A True Warrior' After Leak

  04-09-2026 17:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Maria Bartiromo has left Fox News following reports that she shared network instructions with Trump's White House, sparking speculation about her future role
  
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• US Jobless Claims Rise to 206,000 as Economists Detail Current 'No-Hire, No-Fire' Labour Stagnation

  04-09-2026 17:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  US jobless claims rose to 206,000 as layoffs stayed low, while revised payroll data showed August hiring strengthened and unemployment remained at 4.1 per cent across the labour market, BLS data show.
  
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• Journalist Jeff Sneider Faces Backlash Over Public Threats to Publish 'Non-Stop Rumours' on Inde Navarrette

  04-09-2026 17:11 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Journalist Jeff Sneider faces backlash for comments about actress Inde Navarrette, amid her casting in a new Apple sci-fi thriller and Marvel's X-Men film
  
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• Is Donald Trump Dead? White House Responds to Online Rumours Sparked by JD Vance Briefing

  04-09-2026 17:06 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The White House has angrily dismissed false online claims that Donald Trump has died, after a routine JD Vance press briefing announcement sparked a fresh wave of health rumours.
  
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• Trump Signs Executive Order Directing US Treasury Department To Build 'TrumpIRA.gov' Savings Portal

  04-09-2026 17:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Trump has signed an executive order to launch TrumpIRA.gov by 2027, a platform to help independent workers access low-cost retirement accounts and benefit from the federal Saver's Match.
  
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• New UK Visa Rules Grant Migrant Workers Abused by Sponsors To Change Employer

  04-09-2026 16:48 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  New UK visa rules let skilled migrant workers recognised as modern slavery victims change employers, but experts warn many still struggle to access protection.
  
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• Nigel Farage Rocked as Top Aides Resign Following Undercover Foreign Funding Exposé

  04-09-2026 16:44 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Two senior Reform UK figures, head of policy James Orr and senior aide Dan Jukes, have stepped down following an undercover investigation broadcast by Channel 4 News.
  
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• ICE Whistleblower Warns Fast-Track Hiring Exposed US to 'Grave National Security Risks'

  04-09-2026 16:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A whistleblower claims ICE's expedited hiring under Trump posed national security risks by bypassing thorough vetting, leading to potential insider threats and fatal incidents involving federal agents.
  
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• Model Twisha Sharma's Family Claim Dowry Torture and Forced Abortion Led to Her Suicide at Age 33

  04-09-2026 16:18 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The death of model Twisha Sharma has spotlighted dowry abuse in India, with her husband and mother-in-law charged with dowry death and cruelty.
  
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