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Bitcoin Reaches New Milestone of $116,000
The cryptocurrency continues to break records, reaching a historic price of $116,000.
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Biden’s Doctor Pleads the Fifth to Avoid Self-Incrimination on President’s Medical Fitness
White House physician refuses to answer questions about whether he was told to lie or believed Biden was unfit, citing legal advice and medical confidentiality before House Oversight Committee
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Vote for the man who promises least; he'll be the least disappointing.
Grok Chatbot Faces International Backlash for Antisemitic Content
In early July 2025, Grok generated multiple antisemitic posts on X, including praising Hitler, labeling certain surnames as radical, and even calling itself “MechaHitler”; the controversy triggered Grok’s removal in Turkey, a formal comp...
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Life in London during the 1960s
Monaco is the best proof that love knows no differences in age or even height differences
Severe Heatwave Claims 2,300 Lives Across Europe
Recent scientific analysis reveals significant mortality linked to extreme heat conditions, with climate change implicated as a major factor.
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NVIDIA Achieves Historic Milestone as First Company Valued at $4 Trillion
NVIDIA's stock valuation soars amidst an AI boom, reflecting significant investor confidence and market leadership.
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Farage Slams Starmer's Migrant Deal as Brexit Humiliation
Nigel Farage criticizes Labour’s migration agreement with France
Farage: Reform Party Will Reject Opportunistic Tory Defectors
Leader vows to block those seeking ‘meal tickets’
Declining Beer Consumption Signals Cultural Shift in Germany
Young Germans are turning away from alcohol, leading to a significant drop in beer consumption and posing challenges for local breweries.
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Linda Yaccarino Steps Down as CEO of X After Two Years
Yaccarino leaves the social media platform without providing a reason for her departure.
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US Imposes New Tariffs on Brazilian Exports Amid Political Tensions
President Trump announces a 50% tariff on all exports from Brazil in response to political actions against former President Jair Bolsonaro.
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Azerbaijan and Armenia are on the brink of a historic peace deal.
Leaders of both countries met this morning in Abu Dhabi, with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan reportedly close to signing an agreement that could be announced in the coming days.
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Emails Leaked: How Passenger Luggage Became a Side Income for Airport Workers
Leaked correspondence reveals: airport workers in the UK receive a cash bonus for every oversized bag found on easyJet flights • One worker: “Confronting passengers with excess luggage is like dealing with fare dodgers. You’re taking a r...
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Macron Links Brexit to Ongoing Channel Migration Crisis
French president suggests UK’s EU departure worsened coordination
UK to Patrol Ukraine Airspace if Ceasefire Deal is Reached
Britain offers military oversight role under potential peace terms
Labour Council Faces Sectarianism Allegations Over Palestinian Twinning
Local authority criticized for symbolic move amid Middle East tensions
Pensioner Killed in Four-Car Collision in the Cotswolds
Emergency services confirm one fatality at scene of rural crash
Queen Shares Fond Memories of Djokovic’s Montenegro Villa
British monarch recalls past stay at tennis star’s coastal home
Putin May Resort to Nuclear Threats Amid Mounting Pressure
Former commander warns of escalation as Kremlin grows desperate
Wimbledon Experiments with Mocktails for Gen Z Spectators
Tournament taps into alcohol-free trend among younger fans
Starmer Could Take Months to Deport One Day’s Migrant Arrivals
Critics question feasibility of Labour’s deportation timelines
Vegetarian School Accused of Endangering Children’s Health
Parents raise concerns over nutrition in plant-based-only menu
Manchester Airport Officer Assaulted During Security Dispute
Police injured after confrontation with passenger at departure gate
Royal Mail Faces Growing Criticism Over Delivery Failures
Customers and MPs demand accountability from national service
Father Killed in Front of Partner by Rolex Robber
Victim targeted in daylight attack for luxury watch
Bob Dylan Enforces Phone Ban at Upcoming UK Concerts
Singer joins artists using Yondr pouches to lock devices
Veteran Children's TV Host Glen Michael Dies
Beloved presenter remembered for long-running 'Cartoon Cavalcade'
300-Year-Old Thatched Cottage Demolished Without Permission
Heritage campaigners condemn illegal destruction of historic site
French Returned Migrants, Then Requested Their Life Jackets Back
Unusual post-transfer request follows Channel handover
Bob Dylan Announces 2025 UK and Ireland Tour Dates
Legendary artist to perform in cities across the region
UK and France Unveil Historic Nuclear Weapons Pact
Joint deterrence aims to protect Europe from rising threats
UK Commits to Supplying Over 5,000 Air Defense Missiles to Ukraine
Major deal to bolster Ukraine's defenses against Russian attacks
Britain to Invest €163 Million in French Satellite Firm Eutelsat
Move boosts European rival to Starlink in satellite internet race
Britain to Build New Deep-Strike Storm Shadow Missiles
Defense project strengthens long-range capabilities
Veolia to Build Largest Plastic Recycling Facility in Britain
£95 million investment to boost circular economy
Britain Faces Third Major Heat Wave with Record Temperatures Expected
Authorities warn of health risks as extreme heat persists
UK Lawmakers Warn of Rising Threat from Iranian Plots
Intelligence report cites assassination and abduction risks
Britain's FTSE 100 Index Hits Record High
Mining stocks lead rally amid global commodity demand
UK and France Agree on Migrant Return Deal
New plan targets small boat crossings in the Channel
Four Arrested in UK Over Cyberattacks on Major Retailers
Marks & Spencer, Co-op, and Harrods among targeted companies
UK Commits to Supplying 5,000 Air Defense Missiles to Ukraine
£1.6 billion deal includes job creation in Northern Ireland
UK Intelligence Warns of Escalating Iranian Threats
Report highlights plots targeting dissidents on British soil
UK Watchdog Shuts Down 1,600 Unlawful Financial Services Websites
Crackdown targets fraudulent online investment platforms
UK to Phase Out Paper Share Certificates After 400 Years
Move aims to modernize financial systems and reduce fraud
UK and France Launch 'One In, One Out' Migrant Return Scheme
Pilot program aims to curb illegal Channel crossings
Ulta Beauty Acquires UK's Space NK to Expand International Presence
Deal adds 83 stores to Ulta's portfolio
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Bitcoin Reaches New Milestone of $116,000
Biden’s Doctor Pleads the Fifth to Avoid Self-Incrimination on President’s Medical Fitness
Grok Chatbot Faces International Backlash for Antisemitic Content
Severe Heatwave Claims 2,300 Lives Across Europe
NVIDIA Achieves Historic Milestone as First Company Valued at $4 Trillion
Declining Beer Consumption Signals Cultural Shift in Germany
Linda Yaccarino Steps Down as CEO of X After Two Years
US Imposes New Tariffs on Brazilian Exports Amid Political Tensions
Azerbaijan and Armenia are on the brink of a historic peace deal.
Emails Leaked: How Passenger Luggage Became a Side Income for Airport Workers
Polish MEP: “Dear Leftists - China is laughing at you, Russia is laughing, India is laughing”
BRICS Expands Membership with Indonesia and Ten New Partner Countries
Weinstein Victim’s Lawyer Says MeToo Movement Still Strong
U.S. Enacts Sweeping Tax and Spending Legislation Amid Trade Policy Shifts
Football Mourns as Diogo Jota and Brother André Silva Laid to Rest in Portugal
Labour Expected to Withdraw Support for Special Needs Funding Model
Leaked Audio Reveals Tory Aide Defending DEI Record
Elon Musk Founds a Party Following a Poll on X: "You Wanted It – You Got It!"
London Stock Exchange Faces Historic Low in Initial Public Offerings
A new online platform has emerged in the United Kingdom, specifically targeting Muslim men seeking virgin brides
Trump Celebrates Independence Day with B-2 Flyover and Signs Controversial Legislation
Boris Johnson Urges Conservatives to Ignore Farage
SNP Ordered to Update Single-Sex Space Guidance Within Days
Starmer Set to Reject Calls for Wealth Taxes
Stolen Century-Old Rolls-Royce Recovered After Hotel Theft
Macron Presses Starmer to Recognise Palestinian State
Labour Delayed Palestine Action Ban Over Riot Concerns
Swinney’s Tax Comments ‘Offensive to Scots’, Say Tories
High Street Retailers to Enforce Bans on Serial Shoplifters
Music Banned by Henry VIII to Be Performed After 500 Years
Steve Coogan Says Working Class Is Being ‘Ethnically Cleansed’
Home Office Admits Uncertainty Over Visa Overstayer Numbers
JD Vance Questions Mandelson Over Reform Party’s Rising Popularity
Macron to Receive Windsor Carriage Ride in Royal Gesture
Labour Accused of ‘Hammering’ Scots During First Year in Power
BBC Head of Music Stood Down Amid Bob Vylan Controversy
Corbyn Eyes Hard-Left Challenge to Starmer’s Leadership
London Tube Trains Suspended After Major Fire Erupts Nearby
Richard Kemp: I Felt Safer in Israel Under Attack Than in the UK
Cyclist Says Police Cited Human Rights Act for Riding No-Handed
China’s Central Bank Consults European Peers on Low-Rate Strategies
AI Raises Alarms Over Long-Term Job Security
Saudi Arabia Maintains Ties with Iran Despite Israel Conflict
Musk Battles to Protect Tesla Amid Trump Policy Threats
Air France-KLM Acquires Majority Stake in Scandinavian Airlines
UK Educators Sound Alarm on Declining Child Literacy
Shein Fined €40 Million in France Over Misleading Discounts
Brazil’s Lula Visits Kirchner During Argentina House Arrest
Trump Scores Legislative Win as House Passes Tax Reform Bill
Keir Starmer Faces Criticism After Rocky First Year in Power
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