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• Why Markets Are Cheering Andy Burnham's Chancellor Pick: Economists Explain

  16-07-2026 01:24 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Andy Burnham's anticipated choice of Shabana Mahmood as chancellor has boosted UK markets, with government bonds and sterling rising. Her selection is seen as a stabilising force for Labour's economic policy.
  
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• 'Bad Art Is Better Than AI Slop': Small Businesses Say No to AI, Turn to Messy Hand-Made Signs

  28-08-2026 11:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Small businesses are rejecting AI-generated marketing for handmade, imperfect materials, turning anti-AI messaging into viral publicity and a creative edge.
  
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• Did Elephants Rescue Humans Trapped in a Raging River During The Great Nepal-Tibet Flood? Here's The Truth

  28-08-2026 11:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A viral video of an elephant rescuing a person from floodwaters is misleadingly linked to the Nepal-Tibet floods. Fact-checking confirms the footage predates the disaster and is unrelated.
  
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• Man Sentenced to 236 Years in Prison for Sexually Assaulting Nine-Year-Old Girl on Multiple Occassions

  28-08-2026 11:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Joshua Andrews, 41, from Colorado, has been sentenced to 236 years to life for sexually assaulting a nine-year-old girl, highlighting severe penalties for crimes against children.
  
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• 'I Don't Even Want That': Zara Larsson Rejects Grammy Plan for a Category She Is Ineligible To Win

  28-08-2026 11:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Zara Larsson rejects her former label's plan to enter her for Best New Artist, saying it would downplay her 13-year career after Midnight Sun's global success.
  
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• Who Becomes King After Harald V? Norway's Royal Succession Explained Following His Death

  28-08-2026 11:24 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  King Harald V of Norway has died at 89, with Crown Prince Haakon succeeding him. Princess Ingrid Alexandra becomes the new heir, marking a generational shift in the Norwegian monarchy.
  
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• Royal Navy Warship Sent to Defend Ireland's EU Meeting From Air Attack but Must Stay 22km Offshore

  28-08-2026 11:19 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A Royal Navy warship will provide air-defence cover for an EU meeting in Ireland while remaining offshore because of restrictions on foreign warships.
  
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• 'Ella Langley? What Is That?': Country Star Claps Back After Doja Cat Admits She Doesn't Know Her

  28-08-2026 11:18 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ella Langley turns Doja Cat's words into a viral Instagram caption after the rapper admitted to not knowing the 'Choosin' Texas' singer.
  
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• Who Is Sally-Anne Bowen? Court Convicts Ex-Teacher for Assaulting 2 Teenage Boys in the 1980s

  28-08-2026 11:11 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Sally-Anne Bowen, a former teacher, has been convicted of assaulting two teenage boys over 40 years ago. The case highlights the enduring impact of abuse and the complexities of victim silence.
  
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• The tax implications of scaling fast for high-growth businesses

  28-08-2026 11:10 via growthbusiness.co.uk
  
  By  Jack Dawber-Axon on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success
  The VAT threshold has stayed at £90,000 since April 2024, unchanged through both the Autumn 2024 and Autumn 2025 Budgets, but the calculation resets every month rather than once a year.For high-growth business, one particularly strong month can push turnover over that line long before annual accounts would flag it, and the registration clock starts the moment it happens whether the founder notices or not
  
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• Britney Spears Models Lingerie, Says She 'Felt Like a Robot' and Reveals 'Real Damage' From Conservatorship

  28-08-2026 11:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Britney Spears discusses the emotional and personal impact of her 13-year conservatorship, revealing feelings of being 'robotic' and the ongoing struggle to reclaim her identity and independence.
  
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• US Star With $80M Net Worth Says She 'Panicked' About Money After Divorce: 'I Have to Take Care of These Kids'

  28-08-2026 11:04 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Jennifer Garner says she panicked about money after her Ben Affleck divorce. The $80M star has since taken her baby food brand public at $724M.
  
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• Epstein Survivor Reveals How Trump DOJ Allegedly Blocked Key Leads That Could Have Exposed Other Predators

  28-08-2026 10:52 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Epstein survivor Dani Bensky accuses federal authorities of ignoring leads on other perpetrators as New Mexico revives its investigation into Epstein's Zorro Ranch.
  
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• Nationwide Boosts Savings Rates to 4.55% With More Deals for UK Savers

  28-08-2026 10:40 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Nationwide Building Society has increased interest rates on fixed-term savings products, offering up to 4.55% AER. This move provides UK savers with competitive options amid a shifting market.
  
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• Hackers Stole Airport Customer Data: What Passengers Should Watch Out For Now

  28-08-2026 10:40 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A cyber security breach at Manchester Airports Group has exposed personal data of 8.7 million customers, raising concerns about potential scams. Financial details remain secure, but vigilance is advised.
  
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• 'Too Low': 2 Men Arrested After Viral Video Shows Them Looting Nepal Flood Victim

  28-08-2026 10:31 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Nepal Police arrested two men after a viral video showed gold earrings being removed from a flood victim.
  
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• T-Mobile Lays Off 77 Workers Across 8 Washington Cities; 6 Locations Are Closing

  28-08-2026 10:10 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  T-Mobile's layoffs affect 77 workers across Washington, with six store closures and no bumping rights. Learn about the affected locations and the timeline from 21 September to 18 November 2026.
  
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• Influencer Angel Murdock Accused of Faking Being a Duke Physician Assistant Student To Secure Netflix Show

  28-08-2026 10:10 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Influencer Angel Victoria Murdock is accused of pretending to be a Duke University student for over two years, raising questions about her online persona and brand deals.
  
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• Dolly Parton Saw the Family Chaos Over Aretha Franklin's Estate and Vowed It Wouldn't Happen to Hers

  28-08-2026 09:58 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Dolly Parton planned her estate with her legacy in mind, aiming to avoid family squabbles, after seeing the legal turmoil surrounding Aretha Franklin's estate.
  
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• 'We Are Suffering': Texas Roadhouse Staff Slam Viral Racist FB Group and Food Tampering Allegations

  28-08-2026 09:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Texas Roadhouse staff say viral racist food-tampering allegations have hurt business as the chain confirms the claims are a baseless rumour and online hoax.
  
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• Son Ye-jin's Bold Scenes in 'The Scandal' Spark Debate Over Her Career After Marriage

  28-08-2026 09:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Son Ye-jin's latest role marks a daring return to adult-orientated material following her marriage to Hyun Bin and motherhood.
  
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• Flock CEO Says Americans Must 'Compromise' on Privacy; Then His Own Home Address Leaked Online

  28-08-2026 09:40 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The privacy debate surrounding Flock Safety, a leading $8.4B surveillance firm, is sparked by its CEO's comments, prompting cities to reconsider their contracts.
  
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• Nearly One Million Young People Out of Work and Education as Minister Criticises Benefits System

  28-08-2026 09:34 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The UK Government's Jobs Guarantee aims to reduce youth unemployment by offering subsidised work to over 90,000 young people, addressing barriers like limited experience and low confidence
  
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• Someone Just Launched a New Twitter as Startup Challenges Elon Musk's Rights to the Name

  28-08-2026 09:23 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Operation Bluebird launches Twitter.now, reviving the iconic Twitter brand and challenging X's trademark rights. The new platform aims to attract former users with familiar branding and nostalgia.
  
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• Ain't in LA Singer Adela's Shocking 'Just Because She's Pretty' Comments About Manon Resurface

  28-08-2026 09:18 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Adéla's past comments about KATSEYE's Manon, including her 'just because she's pretty' remark, resurface online as fans debate the footage
  
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• Missing UK Asylum Children Found in 'Exploitative Situations' Amid Trafficking Fears

  28-08-2026 09:11 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Forty former unaccompanied asylum-seeking children remain missing from Home Office accommodation, with some who were found reportedly in exploitative situations.
  
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• UNABOMBER Trailer Reveals Ted Kaczynski's Disturbing Harvard Past as Netflix Sets Release Date and Plot

  28-08-2026 09:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Netflix's upcoming film UNABOMBER explores Ted Kaczynski's Harvard years, focusing on controversial psychological experiments and their connection to his later crimes.
  
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• Who Is Ayyoub 'Ello' El Osrouti? German Ultrarunner Who Ran 623km in 93 Hours

  28-08-2026 09:03 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ayyoub 'Ello' El Osrouti completed 93 loops and approximately 623km at the Last Soul Ultra in Germany.
  
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• SunTrust $240 Million Settlement Payouts: How to Check Eligibility for Claims Up to $1,000

  28-08-2026 09:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Georgia residents can claim their share of the $240M SunTrust overdraft settlement. Eligible customers could receive up to $1,000. Act before the 14 September 2026 deadline.
  
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• Six Flags Roller Coaster Brain Injury Settlement Reached Over 22-Year-Old's X2 Death: How Much Was the Payout?

  28-08-2026 08:53 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Six Flags Magic Mountain and a coaster supplier settled a lawsuit with the family of Christopher Hawley, who died after riding the X2 coaster. Settlement details remain confidential.
  
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