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• US Navy Sailor Deployed Learns His Father Was Arrested by ICE: 'I Don't Know How I Can Mentally Continue'

  24-08-2026 16:22 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Nicaraguan handyman detained by Border Patrol while son serves on USS Abraham Lincoln; explores military parole options for US military families.
  
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• Trump's $100K H-1B Visa Shock Divides Social Media as Some Cheer Jobs for Americans

  24-08-2026 21:36 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Trump administration's proposed £75,500 fee for certain H-1B visa petitions has sparked a heated debate, with supporters advocating for American job opportunities and critics warning of economic repercussions.
  
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• Burnham Hands Ukraine Secret Missile Blueprints as Kremlin Warns UK Is Now 'Participating in This War'

  24-08-2026 21:20 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  British Prime Minister Andy Burnham authorises the transfer of classified missile blueprints to Ukraine, enabling local assembly of long-range weapons and escalating tensions with Russia.
  
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• Iran Targets Trump's Youngest Son in 'Where and How To Kill Barron' Video With $10M Bounty Claim

  24-08-2026 21:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A video said to be from Iran's Channel 3 targets Barron Trump and claims a $10 million bounty, but Tehran has not confirmed the reward
  
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• Empire State Building Climbers Call 1,300ft Stunt a 'Celebration of Love' as They Face Court Over Viral Engagement

  24-08-2026 21:13 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ivan Kuznetsov and Angelina Nikolau face burglary and reckless-endangerment charges after their Empire State Building engagement stunt.
  
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• Church Elder Under House Arrest After Planning Sex With 9-Year-Old and Sexually Exploiting Child He Babysat

  24-08-2026 20:42 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Andrew Buzzell, a Vermont church elder, faces federal charges for distributing child sexual abuse material. He is under home incarceration, with allegations involving a purported 9-year-old girl and a child he babysat.
  
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• James Lew Dies Aged 73: The Emmy-Winning Stunt Master Behind Hollywood Action Classics

  24-08-2026 20:37 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  James Lew, the martial artist and Creative Arts Emmy-winning stunt coordinator, has died aged 73. His career included Big Trouble in Little China, Rush Hour and Luke Cage.
  
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• Hasan Piker Calls xQc and Asmongold 'Worms' After Charlie Kirk Song Backlash Fuels Streamer Feud

  24-08-2026 19:53 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Hasan Piker reignites a feud with xQc and Asmongold after criticism of his 'We Are Charlie Kirk' song performance, accusing them of opportunism and sparking a heated online debate.
  
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• GTA 6 Leaker Now Charges $165K To Make Contact, Builds System Linking Monero Payment To Private Session

  24-08-2026 19:36 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  CyberLeek, behind GTA 6 leaks, charges $165,000 to open communication via Monero payment, offering advertising and custom content opportunities. The fee initiates contact, not a purchase.
  
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• 49ers Owner Jed York's Ohio Detour Ends With Arrest in Prostitution Case

  24-08-2026 19:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York was arrested in Ohio, initially charged with engaging in prostitution, later amended to disorderly conduct. The incident raises questions about potential NFL repercussions.
  
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• From World Champion To Convicted Child Abuser: Graeme Dott's Stunning Fall After Jury Verdict

  24-08-2026 19:03 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Former snooker champion Graeme Dott has been convicted of sexually abusing two children, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the 2006 World Champion. Sentencing is scheduled for September 2026.
  
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• Dr. Dre Calls Out 'Closet AI Producers' Who Use the Tech but 'Just Don't Want To Admit It'

  24-08-2026 18:14 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Dr. Dre supports AI in music creation, viewing it as a tool for innovation despite industry resistance. He compares AI's potential to past technological advancements in music.
  
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• 'I Think He Knew She Was Deceased': Hayden Panettiere's Mum Claims Ex 'Tried and Built This Story'

  24-08-2026 18:13 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Lesley Vogel, mother of Hayden Panettiere, questions Brian Hickerson's account of her daughter's death, citing inconsistencies and their tumultuous past.
  
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• Apple Reportedly Confirms Rare Mass Layoffs Targeting Its Struggling Vision Pro and Siri Teams

  24-08-2026 18:09 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Apple has confirmed rare layoffs hitting its Siri and Vision Pro teams as TikTok, Netflix and LinkedIn also slash jobs, pushing 2026 tech cuts past last year's total.
  
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• Trump Camp Braces for GOP House Defeat After Jared Kushner's Secret Meeting With Hakeem Jeffries

  24-08-2026 17:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Jared Kushner's secret meeting with Hakeem Jeffries raises fresh questions about a possible Democratic House takeover and what it could mean for Trump's presidency.
  
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• 'We Don't Need Canada': Why Donald Trump Is Willing To Risk a 50% Auto Tariff War With Mark Carney

  24-08-2026 17:55 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  President Trump announced a 50% auto tariff on Canadian imports after failed negotiations with Prime Minister Mark Carney, escalating trade tensions and prompting Canada to plan retaliatory measures.
  
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• Melania Trump Allegedly 'Didn't Want To Be Around' White House, Former Trump Aide Claims

  24-08-2026 17:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A former White House aide reveals Melania Trump's noticeable absence during Donald Trump's presidency, highlighting her preference for staying in New York and pursuing personal interests.
  
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• Former Child Star Raquel Lee Sues the Walt Disney Company Over Alleged On-Set Sexual Abuse

  24-08-2026 17:47 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Raquel Lee Bolleau has filed a lawsuit against Disney, alleging sexual assault by an employee during the filming of 'The Poof Point' and claiming the company failed to protect her.
  
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• Annie Guthrie's 'Special Gesture' Reportedly Flagged by Investigator Amid Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping Case

  24-08-2026 17:42 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Online sleuths have seized on a simple book dedication by her daughter, poet Annie Guthrie, as a supposed 'clue' against a backdrop of rumours targeting the family.
  
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• How Did Janie Bradford Die? Remembering the Iconic Motown Songwriter and Co-Writer of 'Money'

  24-08-2026 17:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Janie Bradford, co-writer of 'Money (That's What I Want)', passed away at 87. Her songwriting shaped Motown's sound, leaving a lasting legacy in the music industry.
  
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• Charlie Kirk Post Row: Arbitrator Denies 'Gross Misconduct', Orders Washington Post To Rehire Karen Attiah

  24-08-2026 17:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  An arbitrator has ruled that Karen Attiah was wrongfully dismissed from the Washington Post over social media posts, ordering her reinstatement with full back pay.
  
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• Labor Day 2026 Date: When Is the Federal Holiday and Why Do Americans Celebrate It?

  24-08-2026 17:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Labour Day 2026, observed on 7 September, honours the American labour movement's achievements, marking the unofficial end of summer and celebrating workers' contributions to the nation's growth.
  
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• Here's Why Michael Burry Offloaded Entire Alibaba Stake and Won't Rebuy Until Stock Drops 50%

  24-08-2026 17:10 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Michael Burry has sold his entire Alibaba stake and invested in JD.com, citing concerns over Alibaba's $10 billion stock sale to fund AI strategy amid rising capex and declining profits.
  
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• 'It's Like I Don't Exist': Thomas Markle Reportedly Devastated Over Meghan and Harry's UK Move

  24-08-2026 17:01 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Thomas Markle says he found out about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's move back to the UK on television and now fears he will never meet his grandchildren, Archie and Lilibet.
  
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• Trump Declares Canada 'Will Be Treated Like a State No Longer' as He Announces 50% Tariffs

  24-08-2026 16:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump has intensified the trade conflict with Canada by imposing 50% tariffs on key imports, following failed negotiations. The move could severely impact industries on both sides.
  
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• Trump Aide Natalie Harp Likened to Fictional 'Stalker Who Got the Job' by Author Kurt Andersen

  24-08-2026 16:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Author Kurt Andersen has likened Donald Trump's special assistant Natalie Harp to a fictional 'stalker who got the job', as scrutiny grows over her unusual access to and relationship with the president.
  
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• Conspiracy Theorists Think A 'Lost Continent' Linked to Aliens Was Destroyed By Ancient 'Nuclear War'

  24-08-2026 16:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The myth of Lemuria, a 'lost continent' linked to aliens and ancient nuclear war, persists despite scientific evidence debunking its existence.
  
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• Norway Throws Ukraine a $9.2 Billion Lifeline for 2027 as Russia's War Nears Its Fifth Year

  24-08-2026 16:50 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Norway proposes $9.2 billion in Ukraine aid for 2027, with more than $7 billion focused on military support and weapons as Russia's war approaches its fifth year.
  
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• China's Bilibili Aims for a Global YouTube Moment: Can It Pass the TikTok Litmus Test?

  24-08-2026 16:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Bilibili's international app offers better video access, real-time 'danmu' comments, and easier sign-ups. Join the platform that's captivating Gen Z and challenging global giants.
  
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• 'I've Had Enough of Her': Lip Reader Claims Donald Trump Made Remark During Melania Exchange at Freedom 250

  24-08-2026 16:47 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A lip reader claims Donald Trump made the remark during an exchange with Melania Trump at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, although there is no audible dialogue confirming the interpretation.
  
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