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Police Investigate Shots Fired in New Britain

Police in New Britain are investigating an incident involving gunfire that was reported in the city. Authorities confirmed that officers responded to the scene, though no injuries were immediately reported. Detectives are gathering evide...

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“I am using the term “box tickers” to refer to employees who exist only or primarily to allow an organization to be able to claim it is doing something that, in fact, it is not doing.”
― David Graeber, Bullshit Jobs: A Theory

Eli Lilly Suspends UK Shipments of Weight-Loss Drug

Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly has temporarily halted shipments of its weight-loss drug Mounjaro to the United Kingdom, sparking fears of shortages as pharmacies brace for increased demand and a looming price hike.

France, Germany and UK Prepare Sanctions on Iran

Britain, France and Germany are preparing to reimpose sweeping sanctions on Iran over violations of the nuclear deal, a move expected to escalate tensions and isolate Tehran further from international trade.

Reform UK Softens Stance on Migrant Deportations

Reform UK has rowed back on its earlier pledge to deport all child migrants, signaling a shift in its controversial immigration platform ahead of the next general election.

Bruce Willis Relocated Due to Advanced Dementia

Emma Heming discusses the challenges faced by the actor and his family amid his ongoing health decline.

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French and Korean Nuclear Majors Clash As EU Launches Foreign Subsidy Probe

France’s EDF challenges South Korea’s $18 billion Dukovany reactor contract over possible subsidy violations; the EU intervenes under foreign subsidy rules

EU Stands Firm on Digital Rules as Trump Warns of Retaliation

Brussels pushes ahead with its sweeping tech regulations, laws critics say resemble Stasi and Securitate surveillance tools designed for political control

Getting Ready for the 3rd Time in Its History, Germany Approves Voluntary Military Service for Teenagers

With Germany’s economy under severe strain and facing potential collapse, the cabinet turns once again to military options—approving a voluntary enlistment scheme for teenagers, the 3rd such move in its modern history

Argentine President Javier Milei Evacuated After Stones Thrown During Campaign Event

Milei and his inner circle unharmed after rock-throwing incident at Lomas de Zamora rally amid mounting political tensions

The English flag, solving city council inefficiency

Denmark Confronts U.S. Diplomat Over Covert Trump-Linked Influence in Greenland

Copenhagen summons top U.S. envoy after reports of covert efforts by Trump-affiliated Americans to sway Greenlandic sentiment, amid mounting Arctic geopolitical tensions

Starmer Should Back Away from ECHR, Says Jack Straw

Former Labour Home Secretary Jack Straw criticises human rights law as an obstacle to deporting illegal migrants and urges Prime Minister Starmer to reconsider the UK’s legal ties to the Convention.

Trump Demands RICO Charges Against George Soros and Son for Funding Violent Protests

President Trump calls for racketeering charges, accusing George Soros and his son Alexander of orchestrating and financing unrest across the United States.

Taylor Swift Announces Engagement to NFL Star Travis Kelce

‘Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,’ pop icon Taylor Swift revealed in a playful announcement of her engagement to the Kansas City Chiefs tight end.

France May Need IMF Bailout, Warns Finance Minister

Prime Minister Bayrou faces near-certain defeat in a confidence vote as France struggles with mounting deficits, rising borrowing costs, and political paralysis.

Chinese AI Chipmaker Cambricon Posts Record Profit as Beijing Pushes Pivot from Nvidia

Cambricon Technologies reports its highest earnings ever as China accelerates efforts to build domestic AI chip capacity amid restrictions on U.S. technology.

After the Shock of Defeat, Iranians Yearn for Change

Following the swift knockout of Iran’s military sites, public anger turns against the Ayatollahs as Trump’s decisive action inspires a nationwide push for freedom.

Ukraine Finally Allows Young Men Aged Eighteen to Twenty-Two to Leave the Country

Kyiv lifts part of its wartime travel ban, permitting men aged eighteen to twenty-two to cross borders despite ongoing martial law.

The Porn Remains, Privacy Disappears: How Britain Broke the Internet in Ten Days

Britain’s new age verification rules under the Online Safety Act sparked privacy concerns, mass VPN use, and access restrictions, while failing to prevent children from exposure to harmful content.

YouTube Altered Content by Artificial Intelligence – Without Permission

Creators report AI retouching of their videos without consent, raising concerns over transparency and trust.

Welcome to The Definition of Insanity: Germany Edition

If Putin won’t meet Zelensky, Germany will punish Russia… again. With what, you ask? Oh, just the 19th sanctions package, says Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Germany’s head of government and leader of the Christian “Democratic” Union

Just a reminder, this is Michael Jackson's daughter, Paris.

This Reality Show Matches Only Virgins – So Why Does It Still Look Like 'Hot, Hotter, Hottest'?

A new dating reality series brings together virgins in their twenties, but despite its premise of chastity, the format mirrors other shows with minimal clothing, flirtation, and sexually charged challenges.

International Postal Services Suspend Shipments to the U.S. Following Policy Changes

Multiple countries halt mail acceptance for low-value items due to the U.S. termination of the 'de minimis' exemption.

Tariff revenue is about to reach $500 BILLION, per Secretary Bessent

"We're on our way to a TRILLION"

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Anyone else see the issue here?

How did the UK go from Shakespeare to this?

Trump Administration Explores Equity Stakes in Major Defense Contractors

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick reveals potential government investments in defense firms including Lockheed Martin and Boeing.

Starship’s tenth flight test pushed the limits and provided maximum excitement along the way!

SpaceX completes a landmark mission with successful payload deployment, engine restart in space, atmospheric re-entry, and precise landing maneuver.

Melania Trump, The First Lady of Technology, just launched the Presidential AI Challenge, where kids from kindergarten through high school will build apps and websites using AI to solve community problems

MELANIA’S NEW STRATEGY: QUIET POWER, DECISIVE MOVES.

Spotify’s Strange Move: The Feature Nobody Asked For – Returns

The streaming giant reintroduces in-app chat for music sharing while user demands for higher sound quality remain unmet.

Manhunt in Australia: Armed Anti-Government Suspect Kills Police Officers Sent to Arrest Him

A 56-year-old man suspected of sexual offenses ambushed officers in Victoria, killing two, injuring one, and fleeing into a forest. Police describe him as a 'sovereign citizen' opposed to state authority.

China Launches World’s Most Powerful Neutrino Detector

China has unveiled the Jiangmen Underground Neutrino Observatory (JUNO), now considered the world’s most advanced facility for detecting neutrinos, often referred to as ‘ghost particles.’ The observatory, located 700 metres underground n...

How Beijing-Linked Networks Shape Elections in New York City

Over the past five years, more than fifty organizations with ties to Beijing have raised money for or endorsed candidates in New York City elections, despite many being registered charities barred from political activity.

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