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• Why Did ESPN Fire Ryan Clark Mid-Broadcast During NFL Live?

  21-07-2026 17:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ryan Clark was unexpectedly cut by ESPN during a live broadcast, highlighting internal challenges and broader corporate restructuring amid Disney's cost-cutting measures.
  
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• MAGA Congressman Accused of Pointing Gun at Wife and Throwing Boiling Water at Her, Court Filings Claim

  28-07-2026 00:01 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Newly released court documents reveal extensive abuse allegations against Ohio Congressman Max Miller, including domestic violence and drug use, as he faces a contentious custody battle.
  
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• 'He's a Communist': Trump Lashes Out at Man Who Called Him a 'Paedophile' at Rally

  27-07-2026 23:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  During a Michigan rally, Trump faced a heckler's 'paedophile protector' accusation, responding by calling the protester a 'Communist,' sparking mixed reactions and social media debate.
  
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• Ex-Netflix Exec Sues After Allegedly Being Fired for Revealing Ketamine Treatment for Clinical Depression

  27-07-2026 23:40 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Kevin Baillie, a former Netflix executive, is suing the company for wrongful dismissal after disclosing his ketamine treatment for depression during a trust-building exercise, alleging it led to his termination.
  
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• Global Petrol Prices Soar as Strait of Hormuz Shipping Drops to Three-Week Low Following Iran Blockade

  27-07-2026 23:31 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Global petrol prices rise as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz disrupt shipping routes, affecting energy supplies. Diplomatic efforts continue amid regional instability and military stand-offs.
  
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• China's DUV Breakthrough Triggers ASML Sell-Off as Homegrown Tools Enter Production

  27-07-2026 23:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  China's DUV breakthrough is set to test US and Dutch export bans, as domestic chip tools enter production and investors question ASML's future China sales.
  
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• AI's Rising Costs and Limits Are Forcing Them to Hire Humans Back, Executives Say

  27-07-2026 23:24 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  US companies are reversing AI-driven hiring freezes, acknowledging AI's limitations and resuming recruitment, especially for entry-level roles, as demand for human oversight and AI-native skills grows.
  
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• China Tightens Its Grip on Global Manufacturing as US Share Slides to 17%

  27-07-2026 23:20 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  China now accounts for 28% of global manufacturing, surpassing the US, Japan, and Germany combined. This shift highlights China's industrial dominance and its impact on global trade and consumer prices.
  
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• Savannah Guthrie Addresses Mother's Abductors in Heartbreaking Plea: 'Tell Us Where to Look for Her'

  27-07-2026 23:15 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Savannah Guthrie appeals to her mother's abductors to come forward, six months after Nancy Guthrie's disappearance. The case remains unsolved, complicated by fake ransom notes misleading the investigation.
  
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• Morgan Stanley Says Investors Assign 'Zero or Even Negative' Value to SpaceX's AI Business

  27-07-2026 23:15 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Morgan Stanley says investors are largely ignoring SpaceX's AI business, citing heavy spending, uncertain returns and mounting losses ahead of earnings.
  
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• Prince William Doesn't Want Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Near His Family, Royal Expert Claims

  27-07-2026 23:10 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prince Harry's upcoming UK visit highlights tensions with Prince William, as Windsor Castle remains off-limits. King Charles offers Buckingham Palace accommodation, reflecting ongoing family rifts.
  
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• DHS Offers Haitians $2,600 and a Free Flight Home After Protected Status Expires for 300,000 Nationwide

  27-07-2026 23:10 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The US is offering financial incentives and free flights to over 300,000 Haitians facing deportation after the Supreme Court ended Temporary Protected Status, escalating enforcement against affected communities.
  
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• Xbox Outage Raises an Uncomfortable Question: Do You Really Own Your Games?

  27-07-2026 23:07 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Xbox outage exposed how digital purchases depend on Microsoft's authentication systems, renewing debate over whether gamers truly own what they buy.
  
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• Meghan Markle Accused of Lying After Resurfaced Video Contradicts Her MasterChef Claim

  27-07-2026 23:05 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Resurfaced videos of Meghan Markle have sparked online debate, with critics accusing her of offering conflicting accounts of her childhood, leading to accusations of inconsistency and dishonesty.
  
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• 30 Per Cent Off: Mayor Mamdani's City Grocery Stores to Lock In Monthly Price Cuts on Meat and Fresh Produce

  27-07-2026 23:05 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  New York City plans to open municipally funded grocery stores offering 30% discounts on essentials, aiming to alleviate food insecurity and support working families, despite opposition from local retailers.
  
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• 'I Stand With the Jews': British Singer Boy George Says Israel's Gaza Campaign Is War Not Genocide, in New Song

  27-07-2026 23:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Boy George's new song 'Od Nirkod' supports Israel's military actions in Gaza, sparking backlash for dismissing international genocide accusations and criticising pro-Palestinian artists.
  
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• Who Is Jude Bellingham's Girlfriend? Ashlyn Castro Reportedly Splits From Real Madrid Star Over Family Row

  27-07-2026 23:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Rumours of a breakup between Jude Bellingham and Ashlyn Castro have emerged again, citing alleged family tensions. The claims remain unverified, with no official statements from either party.
  
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• Facebook, Instagram Ran Thousands of Ads for AI Apps That Digitally Undress Women, Simulate Sex Acts

  27-07-2026 23:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A nonprofit investigation found Meta removed thousands of Facebook and Instagram ads for AI nudify tools after they promoted digital undressing and face-swapping despite platform rules.
  
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• 'House of the Dragon' Season 3 Episode 7 Trailer: What Happened to Corlys Velaryon?

  27-07-2026 22:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The fate of Corlys Velaryon remains uncertain after a shocking ambush in 'House of the Dragon' Season 3 Episode 6, sparking fan speculation ahead of Episode 7.
  
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• American Media On China's Payroll? Disclosures Name Prominent US Journalists in CCP-Funded Exchange Trips

  27-07-2026 22:40 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  An investigation by Natalie Winters uncovers alleged participation of US journalists in CCP-linked trips, raising concerns about foreign influence and transparency in media coverage of China.
  
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• 'Go Woke, Go Broke' Curse Strikes Again? Cracker Barrel CEO Exits Amid Failed Rebrand and Trump Criticism

  27-07-2026 22:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Felss Masino resigns after three years of steering the company. She will be replaced by David Deno in October.
  
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• 'Go Back Brownie': Ex-JPMorgan Banker Behind 'Sex Slave' Lawsuit Files New Racism Case

  27-07-2026 22:18 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Chirayu Rana, a former JPMorgan banker, has escalated his lawsuit to a federal case, alleging racism, sexual coercion, and retaliation, with new defendants and claims added to the complaint.
  
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• How Jude Bellingham Became England's Biggest Football Star and Inspired His Own Lookalike Contest

  27-07-2026 21:47 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A lookalike contest at BOXPARK Shoreditch celebrated Jude Bellingham's World Cup success, with Marcus Legemah winning the title. Fans enjoyed the event, highlighting Bellingham's national hero status.
  
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• Andy Reid Breaks Silence After Eric Bieniemy's Wife Is Shot: 'She's a Saint' as Chiefs Rally Around Coach

  27-07-2026 21:46 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Eric Bieniemy's wife, Mia, was shot at their Virginia home, allegedly by their son. She is stable, and the Chiefs support Bieniemy during this personal crisis.
  
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• 'We Call on Sundays!': Billionaire Louis Vuitton Boss Bernard Arnault Slams Family Succession 'Plot' Claims

  27-07-2026 21:34 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Billionaire Louis Vuitton boss Bernard Arnault uses a rare letter and X post to reject claims of a family 'succession plot' at LVMH and defend his children's unity.
  
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• 'House of the Dragon' Season 3: How Helaena the Dreamer Could Be Useful to Rhaenyra

  27-07-2026 21:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Helaena Targaryen's prophetic dreams could play a pivotal role in 'House of the Dragon', potentially aiding Rhaenyra Targaryen despite their opposing sides in the civil war.
  
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• 'Trust Won't Be a Competitive Advantage': MEXC's New Compliance Chief on Crypto's Next Phase

  27-07-2026 21:11 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Robert MacDonald joins MEXC to enhance compliance and governance as the exchange expands into equities and other asset classes, focusing on regulatory strategy and licensing across global markets.
  
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• Burnham Speeds Up Casey Commission After Warning Social Care Failures Could 'Collapse' the NHS

  27-07-2026 21:06 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prime Minister Andy Burnham warns the NHS will collapse without social care reform, accelerating an independent commission's timetable. Political leaders debate funding solutions amidst rising care costs and uncertainty.
  
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• Last Big Package?': EU Officials Signal Shift to Targeted Russia Sanctions After 21st Round

  27-07-2026 20:51 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  EU officials say the 21st Russia sanctions package may be the last big omnibus round, as Brussels weighs smaller, targeted measures to keep pressure on Moscow while avoiding future vetoes.
  
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• Heartbreak at Loch Fyne: Two Young Divers Die as Coastguard Helicopter, Rnli and Rescue Teams Race To Save Them

  27-07-2026 20:45 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Two young women died during a diving trip at Loch Fyne, Scotland, despite a major rescue effort. The incident remains unexplained, with investigations ongoing to determine the cause.
  
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