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In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi dated Tuesday, Democratic Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed requested an investigation by December 1 into World Liberty Financial's compliance with anti-money laundering rules, sanctions, and governance. The demand stems from a September report by Accountable.US alleging the project sold $WLFI governance tokens to wallets linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group, a Russian sanctions-evasion stablecoin, Iran's NoBitex exchange, and the sanctioned mixer Tornado Cash. DT Marks DEFI LLC, controlled by Donald Trump and his family, holds 22.5 billion tokens and receives 75% of sales revenue, while the project lists Trump family members in prominent roles; World Liberty Financial maintains it has robust compliance measures with no evidence of wrongdoing.

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Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed have fired off a letter urging a federal probe into World Liberty Financial, the Trump family's crypto project, over alleged sales to North Korean hackers and sanctioned entities.

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On November 18, X user Vivid Prowess posted a query to non-Israeli, non-Jewish followers asking their personal reasons for supporting Israel, paired with an Israeli flag image. The post garnered over 300,000 views, nearly 7,000 likes, and 3,600 replies by Thursday, featuring endorsements from figures like Brianna Wu citing strategic defense against radical ideologies and emotional ties to Jewish humanity. Responses highlighted shared values, democracy, biblical faith, historical duty, and personal stories, alongside sharp critiques amid polarized views on ongoing conflicts.

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What drives non-Israelis and non-Jews to back Israel? Vivid Prowess's viral X question exploded with 300,000 views and thousands of raw replies.

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Videos show heavy crude oil contaminating Persian Gulf sites, including Qeshm Island, mangroves, and coral reefs, after tankers were struck in the Strait of Hormuz during the 2026 regional conflict. Iranian authorities have started cleanup efforts, but fishing communities and marine life face long-term harm from the slow-moving Gulf waters. Meanwhile, the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve hit its lowest level since 1983 at 298.7 million barrels following releases to counter supply disruptions, while an IRGC spokesman warned of broader infrastructure risks if threats continue.

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Thick black oil now blankets the once-clear beaches of Iran's Qeshm Island, turning paradise into sludge as spills from damaged tankers wash ashore.

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The French company announced European and U.S. inference endpoints to meet data residency rules, plus 'European Compute Units' that pool enterprise commitments for up to 1 GW of dedicated capacity by 2030. They're also opening their platform to third-party open models, kicking off with Z.ai’s GLM-5.2, which handles coding and agent tasks at speeds like 130 tokens per second. These steps aim to give organizations model flexibility while ensuring regional control over AI workloads. Observers praised the enterprise-friendly pivot, blending infrastructure strength with options beyond Mistral's own models.

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Mistral AI just unveiled tools to keep Europe's AI data and power close to home, starting with flexible endpoints and a new open model from Z.ai.

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At Monday's WWE Raw, former NXT Champion Oba Femi declared his pursuit of the King of the Ring crown and a potential SummerSlam title shot against Cody Rhodes or Roman Reigns, drawing massive cheers and chants from a full house. Jey Uso interrupted with 'Yeet' energy, sparking a heated exchange where Femi warned, 'When you shoot, don’t miss. Because if you do, I’ll destroy you. And if you don’t, I’ll still destroy you.' Tuesday's SmackDown struggled with under 6,500 fans in the 20,000-capacity venue, empty sections, high ticket prices over £150, a UK heatwave, and competition from an advertised England soccer match screening.

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Oba Femi strode into London's O2 Arena like a king in waiting, owning the mic and sending the packed crowd into a frenzy with his bold King of the Ring vow.

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FC Barcelona contacted the entourage of 25-year-old Georgian striker Georges Mikautadze, who impressed in the 2025/26 season at Villarreal with top rankings in goals, pressures, and counter-pressing. Deco ranks him highly as a potential backup, though the club prioritizes Julian Alvarez from Atlético Madrid amid ongoing talks. Villarreal wants €60-65 million, and Mikautadze welcomes a move to provide immediate depth up front as the transfer window tightens.

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Georges Mikautadze caught Deco’s eye with his goal-scoring and tireless pressing at Villarreal. Now, Barcelona has reached out, seeing him as a smart Plan B if the Julian Alvarez chase hits a snag.

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The Nigerian striker, fresh off a £30m move from Atalanta, scored in the 34th minute and set up Julian Alvarez before halftime during Thursday's first leg at Riyadh Air Metropolitano. An Eric Garcia own goal and Antoine Griezmann strike completed Barca's humiliation, leaving them facing a tough return leg on March 3 at Camp Nou. Rival supporters clashed on X, with Lookman backers hyping him over Barca's young stars like Lamine Yamal, while some Barca fans fired back harshly—one viral post called a troll a 'hippopotamus,' drawing cries of hypocrisy and hate from the other side.

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Ademola Lookman arrived at Atletico Madrid and immediately dismantled Barcelona with a goal and assist in a 4-0 Copa del Rey rout. Fans traded blows online, turning banter into accusations of outright hate.

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The 23-year-old joins from Forest Green Rovers after 149 appearances and 11 goals, praised by club analyst Jacob Blain as a key target amid rival interest. Fans from both clubs hailed the versatile defensive midfielder as a perfect fit for head coach Rob Elliot's rebuild, following earlier signing Miguel Azeez. Carlisle also parted ways with head physio Sophie Birnie and director of performance Greg Stebbings, welcoming Frazer Bell as head of sports science and medical to tackle injury issues ahead of the 2026/27 National League campaign.

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Carlisle United wasted no time this summer, snapping up midfielder Harvey Bunker on a free transfer while refreshing their support team for the new season.

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The fun started when a user posted 'Tweet like a Premier League fan' next to Erling Haaland's grin, unleashing memes claiming La Liga stars like Messi, Pedri, and Lamine Yamal couldn't handle England's intensity. Barca supporters flipped the script, using clips of their players' flair to bait the classic 'wouldn't survive in the Prem' trope amid offseason downtime. It ties into recent chatter about Pedri's form, from early UCL sub-outs to his El Clasico mastery, but stays light-hearted tribal fun on football Twitter.

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Imagine Lionel Messi hearing he'd win zero Ballon d'Ors in the Premier League, or Pedri's silky spins dismissed as unfeasible in England. Fans are leaning into the rivalry with gleeful self-roasts.

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FC Barcelona contacted the entourage of 25-year-old Georgian striker Georges Mikautadze, who impressed in the 2025/26 season at Villarreal with top rankings in goals, pressures, and counter-pressing. Deco ranks him highly as a potential backup, though the club prioritizes Julian Alvarez from Atlético Madrid amid ongoing talks. Villarreal wants €60-65 million, and Mikautadze welcomes a move to provide immediate depth up front as the transfer window tightens.

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Georges Mikautadze caught Deco’s eye with his goal-scoring and tireless pressing at Villarreal. Now, Barcelona has reached out, seeing him as a smart Plan B if the Julian Alvarez chase hits a snag.

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Referee John Beaton awarded Celtic a penalty in the 95th minute of their Scottish Premiership match against Hearts following a VAR-reviewed handball incident involving a Hearts defender. Debate focused on whether the ball struck the defender's hand or head first, with only five minutes of stoppage time played. The decision sparked widespread criticism from pundits including Kris Boyd, John Robertson, and Paul Hartley.

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Scottish X user Blair McNally shared his enthusiastic reaction to trying authentic guacamole in Mexico, sparking viral discussion among followers. Users compared it to inferior versions in Europe and the U.S. and highlighted fresh ingredients and recipe variations. The experience was attributed to cultural exchanges from the 2026 World Cup hosted in Mexico.

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The 27-year-old British creator, Tia Billinger, announced the event during a May 29 interview, insisting her real pregnancy—due in November—makes explicit activities fair game since sex is generally safe. Reactions split sharply, with pro-life voices decrying risks to the fetus and questioning abortion ethics, while pro-choice supporters backed her bodily autonomy. Critics called it gross or attention-seeking, as Blue dismissed worries by noting pregnancy fetishes draw fans.

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Bonnie Blue shared her bold plan on LBC radio: turning her June 6 baby shower into a 'golden shower' event with fans, mixing cake and games with urination and sex acts while pregnant.

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Downes argued Muslims lack a deep connection to Britain's Christian roots, aligning with the party's emphasis on ancestry and faith in defining Britishness. Sunday Telegraph editor Allister Heath slammed the rhetoric as 'despicable extremism' from Lowe’s 'racist cheerleaders,' while Lowe fired back, rejecting labels of bigotry and warning against Britain sliding into a 'low-trust third world.' Comedian John Cleese backed Lowe, blaming press propaganda, as the dispute led some Telegraph subscribers to cancel and fueled personal clashes with TalkTV's Alex Phillips. Restore Britain, formed this year after Lowe's Reform UK split, prioritizes cultural preservation and immigration controls amid ongoing tensions.

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Charlie Downes, a co-founder of Rupert Lowe’s Restore Britain party, sparked outrage by claiming Muslims are 'less British' than Christians due to heritage ties. The comments ignited fierce pushback from media and online voices.

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Real Madrid showcased their 2026-27 away jersey—a deep green base with off-white details—during a pre-season friendly against Ferencvaros in Budapest. Fans and official posts highlighted moments like a key Brazilian star's return, Viní Jr.'s flair, and young Endrick's intense play in red boots. The kit's first major outing brought team hugs, celebrations with Arda Güler, and pure joy summed up as 'Mood: 😁.'

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Players like Endrick and Viní Jr. lit up the pitch in deep green, sharing high-fives and smiles that captured the squad's pre-season buzz.

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In a four-hour, 53-minute marathon on Court Philippe-Chatrier—the longest match of Djokovic's Roland Garros career—Fonseca rallied from two sets down to win 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5, becoming the first teenager to beat the 24-time Grand Slam champion in a major. The Brazilian No. 28 seed dedicated the historic upset courtside to his mom, calling Djokovic his idol while admitting he never believed he could pull it off. With Djokovic out in the round of 16, Fonseca faces Casper Ruud next as the tournament stays wide open.

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Down two sets on his mom's birthday, 19-year-old João Fonseca stared down Novak Djokovic—and unleashed a comeback for the ages, sealing it with three straight aces.

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On March 13, 1996, Thomas Hamilton entered the school gym in Scotland and shot dead five- and six-year-olds Victoria Clydesdale, Emma Crozier, Melissa Currie, Charlotte Dunn, Ross Irvine, David Kerr, Mhairi MacBeath, Brett McKinnon, Abigail McLennan, Emily Morton, Sophie North, John Petrie, Joanna Ross, Hannah Scott, Megan Turner, plus teacher Gwen Mayor, before killing himself. The horror led to the 1997 handgun ban, pushed by parents like Mick North, whose daughter Sophie died. Farage's 2014 remarks calling the ban 'ludicrous' drew backlash this week, with North urging him to retract them and a poll showing 56% of Britons want tighter laws; Reform UK insists it has no plans to change rules.

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Snowdrops lined tributes at Dunblane Primary School, marking 30 years since a gunman killed 16 children and their teacher during a PE class.

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Conservatives promise to end new social housing tenancies for foreign nationals if they regain power, estimating it would free up 230,000 homes for British families amid England's severe shortages. Reform UK pushes an even stricter rule limiting it to citizens only, citing London stats where nearly half of social housing heads were foreign-born per the 2021 Census—though 2024/25 data shows 81.6% of lead tenants there are UK nationals. Critics call it political posturing after 14 years of Tory rule, while the debate underscores clashing views on fairness as parties vie to prioritize locals in a market with over a million households waiting.

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With 1.34 million British households on social housing waiting lists, families watch young adults stuck at home while resources stretch thin.

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The Brazilian teen, fresh off beating Novak Djokovic, outlasted two-time finalist Casper Ruud 7-5, 7-6(10-8), 5-7, 6-2 in a nearly four-hour battle on Court Philippe-Chatrier. Fonseca fired 43 winners, sealed tight sets early, and powered through the fourth despite controversy in a second-set tiebreak over a disputed line call. He's the first Brazilian man in the Roland Garros quarters since Kuerten in 2004 and faces teen Jakub Mensik next in an all-youth matchup with the draw wide open.

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Nineteen-year-old João Fonseca pumped his fist after clinching a gritty four-set win over Casper Ruud, with three-time champ Gustavo Kuerten cheering from the stands.

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Fans discuss Marcus Rashford's performance compared to Anthony Gordon in an England match managed by Thomas Tuchel, claiming Rashford showed superior quality despite Gordon's prior starts. References include Tuchel's selection of Rashford over Gordon and Barcelona's decision to sign Gordon instead of Rashford. The conversation highlights differences in their international play, including a prior match against Ghana.

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Newly released police bodycam from the December 3, 2025, Southampton stabbing shows officers consoling convicted murderer Vickrum Singh Digwa, who claimed a racist attack, without handcuffing him. Nowak, a first-year finance student stabbed five times with a kirpan, bled out after being handcuffed despite begging for help—it took eight minutes to find his fatal chest wound. Digwa received life with a 21-year minimum; Hampshire Police apologized, the IOPC is investigating, and public outrage has fueled protests over perceived policing disparities.

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As 18-year-old Henry Nowak lay dying from stab wounds, officers handcuffed him while dismissing his pleas. In stark contrast, his killer received sympathy and no restraints.

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Directed by Michael Sarnoski, the A24 film opened in U.S. theaters on June 19, 2026, portraying Robin not as a noble hero but a criminal haunted by his violent past, nursed back to health by Jodie Comer. Viewers praise Jackman's raw performance and poetic visuals, with fans calling key scenes brutal and epic, while critics cite slow pacing and pretentiousness after a strong start. It earned a modest $2.5 million opening weekend and holds in select theaters amid mixed reactions from medieval history buffs.

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Hugh Jackman steps away from Wolverine claws to play a haunted, aging Robin Hood seeking redemption in a brutal new take on the legend.

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Jeremy Jacquet, a Liverpool player recovering from injury, shared an Instagram photo of himself wearing the club's 2022/23 away kit. He attended the first leg of the Liverpool vs PSG match.

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Vickrum Singh Digwa, a 23-year-old from the Nihang Sikh order, used an 8-inch dagger in the December 2025 attack on Nowak, claiming self-defense—a claim the judge rejected as a lie. Convicted of murder in May 2026, Digwa received life with a 21-year minimum; Sikh groups say the weapon wasn't a true kirpan and condemn the act. The case has fueled outrage over UK laws allowing Sikhs to carry kirpans in public, with Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood insisting religious rights don't excuse crime, while police response to the dying victim faces investigation.

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Henry Nowak, an 18-year-old student, was fatally stabbed while walking home in Southampton, leaving his family grieving and a nation questioning knife exemptions for religious reasons.

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Appointed Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero in July 2026, Fahnbulleh supported the 2024 policy removing VAT exemptions on independent school fees, a move linked to closures like two prep schools and forcing 30,000 children out of private education. Critics call it hypocrisy, pointing to her husband's hedge fund role covering the bills and her own private school background, while she hails the tax as aid for state improvements. The contrast has drawn accusations of 'champagne socialism,' with some noting she blocked accounts sharing the story.

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Miatta Fahnbulleh championed Labour's VAT on private school fees to fund state schools, yet all three of her children attend independents costing over £50,000 a year.

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The 19-year-old sensation, known as 'The Nuke,' beat world No. 1 Luke Humphries 11-10 in a last-leg final at London's O2 Arena, securing his second title and £350,000. Littler broke down on Sky Sports, sharing how jeers from fans in Manchester, Rotterdam, Liverpool, and Leeds—fueled by his Manchester United fandom and cheeky comebacks—left him telling partner Faith he wanted to stop. Humphries hugged him post-match, calling him a 'good kid' and saying darts needs Littler more than he needs it, while his arrival has boosted viewership to 4.8 million peaks and doubled youth sign-ups.

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Tears streamed down Luke Littler's face after clinching the Premier League Darts title, as he revealed how constant crowd boos nearly made him quit the game.

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Photos of the huge crowd enjoying dry grass, bikes, and Canary Wharf vistas during recent fine summer weather drew widespread online affection. The original poster celebrated London as the greatest city, while reactions mixed wholesome vibes, FOMO, and nods to high costs and urban realities. Greenwich Park's hill near the Royal Observatory became a communal spot, highlighting why green spaces draw locals even amid ongoing challenges.

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Thousands spread out on Greenwich Park's grassy slopes, soaking in the warm evening sun with London's skyline glowing across the river.

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Mohammed Fahir Amaaz, 21, and Muhammad Amaad, 26, from Rochdale, denied causing actual bodily harm to PC Zachary Marsden during the July 23, 2024, incident in Terminal 2. The confrontation started after police responded to Amaaz headbutting a man at Starbucks; CCTV showed punches amid a struggle, and Marsden later tasered Amaaz and kicked his head—a clip that drew massive attention. After nearly 20 hours of deliberation over eight days in this five-week retrial at Liverpool Crown Court, Judge Neil Flewitt KC discharged the hung jury, noting it wasn't the first time; the CPS decides by May 29 on a third trial. Amaaz remains on remand from prior convictions for assaulting two female officers and the Starbucks victim.

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Nearly two years after a chaotic brawl at Manchester Airport, a jury couldn't agree on whether two brothers assaulted an armed officer in self-defense.

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Released on September 28, 2012, from the Electra Heart album, the video shows MARINA with a heart on her cheek amid male models, delivering lines like 'Wear your heart on your cheek / But never on your sleeve.' Fans shared stories of getting face-heart tattoos from that rule, dating the singer's Tumblr fan page manager after watching it, and crediting it for personal turning points like embracing their identity. Old tweets from MARINA about label delays and edits add to the clip's enduring appeal for both longtime and new viewers.

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A fan post resurfaced MARINA's 2012 music video, pulling listeners back to its cheeky rules and the heart makeup that stuck with them for years.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz hosted French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, and outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the Federal Chancellery on June 24. They issued a joint statement vowing substantial aid to Ukraine, including sanctions on Russia, economic pressure, and support for Kyiv's energy and air defenses, while stressing a stronger NATO ahead of its July summit. Starmer, attending as caretaker after resigning on June 22, earned praise from peers like Macron for his dignity in fostering European unity, with talks signaling steady UK policy.

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Against Berlin's skyline, leaders from five nations stood together under NATO flags, pledging firm backing for Ukraine amid Russia's war.

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Early Saturday, the unidentified drone entered Bulgarian airspace at 8:10 a.m. and detonated about 100 meters inside the country near the former Kardam crossing, close to compressor stations on the strategically vital Trans-Balkan pipeline linking Turkey and Ukraine. Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev called an emergency Security Council meeting after neither national nor NATO radar detected it; analysis later identified it as a Ukrainian 'Maya' decoy model, with no signs of deliberate targeting. Ukraine denied involvement and launched its own probe, while Bulgaria plans to bolster border defenses amid a wave of recent drone incidents across NATO areas.

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A drone slipped across the Romania-Bulgaria border and exploded in a sunflower field, just 1,000 meters from a key gas compressor station—no one hurt, but the close call raised alarms.

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Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate reports Russia has stopped making the Geran-3 drone to focus on advanced Geran-4 and Geran-5 models, producing about 3,000 per month at the Alabuga site in Tatarstan. These jet-powered drones hit speeds up to 500 km/h with better range and heavier warheads, making them tougher for Ukraine’s interceptors to stop, while Russia has built a stockpile of around 6,200 Geran drones as of August 2026. The shift aims to pierce Ukraine’s improving air defenses, raising fears of mass strikes on energy infrastructure that could cause power outages in the cold months ahead. Ukrainian officials call for quicker interceptors and more short-range defenses to keep pace.

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Russia is stockpiling thousands of faster, deadlier drones just as winter looms, putting Ukraine's defenses to the test.

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The Lions added experienced depth up front by signing 30-year-old Scotland international Lyndon Dykes on a one-year contract after he turned down a longer offer from Charlton Athletic. Dykes, with 53 caps and 10 goals for Scotland plus solid Championship stints, gives boss Alex Neil a physical target-man like Josh Coburn to share the workload. This marks Millwall's ninth summer signing as they gear up for the new season, with fans thrilled by his gritty style and proven pedigree.

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Millwall fans lit up when they saw Lyndon Dykes' rugged, tattooed look—one supporter dubbed him 'the most Millwall looking player of all time.'

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Sikhs mark the birth anniversary of Sri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Ji, the eighth Guru who became leader at age five and showed selfless service by caring for smallpox victims without distinction. Thousands gather at Sri Darbar Sahib in Amritsar for prayers and Gurbani, while leaders like Union Home Minister Amit Shah share messages on his legacy of harmony and public welfare. The day recalls the line 'Sri Harkrishan Dhiyaiye Jis Dithe Sab Dukh Jaye,' inspiring followers to embrace seva and universal love today.

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On August 7, 2026, devotees light diyas and sing kirtan, honoring the young Guru who healed the sick during Delhi's smallpox epidemic with pure compassion.

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The Robins seek a permanent head coach following Hodgson's stint that stabilized the team after Gerhard Struber's sacking amid a poor run. Skubala led Lincoln to League One promotion with a record 103 points and an unbeaten streak, earning praise for his 'heroes.' Portsmouth's John Mousinho stays a betting favorite despite his club's denial of any approaches, as fans on both sides debate the moves amid swirling rumors.

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Bristol City moved quickly after Roy Hodgson's interim spell, activating Michael Skubala's release clause to chase the ambitious 43-year-old Lincoln City boss.

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Starmer resigned on June 22 amid local election losses, a Makerfield by-election defeat to Burnham, and polls showing Reform UK leading at 28%. Labour's fast-tracked contest opens July 9, with no challengers to the 56-year-old Greater Manchester mayor, positioning him for leadership on July 17 and a No. 10 handover July 20. Known for 'Manchesterism'—devolution and anti-austerity—Burnham returns to Westminster after nearly a decade away, facing online fury from Reform UK critics demanding a general election and policy clashes over migration.

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Keir Starmer's sudden exit left Labour reeling, paving the way for Andy Burnham to step up without a fight—just weeks after his big by-election win.

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England manager Thomas Tuchel stated he has no regrets over his World Cup squad selection despite injuries to right-backs Reece James and Tino Livramento, refusing to discuss the absence of Trent Alexander-Arnold. Pundit Jamie Redknapp called the exclusion a monumental mistake, with fans and commentators questioning Tuchel's decision amid concerns over defensive depth. Discussions highlight Tuchel's emphasis on defensive versatility and Trent Alexander-Arnold's recent form and injury history as factors in the selection.

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Drummer Takao Suzuki announced he will leave UNISON SQUARE GARDEN after their final trio show on July 15, 2026, at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, placing the current lineup on indefinite hiatus due to his physical limits from intense touring. The band, featuring vocalist/guitarist Kōsuke Saitō and bassist Tomoya Tabuchi since 2004, plans to evolve with Saitō and Tabuchi pursuing individual paths while Suzuki focuses on solo drumming projects. Fans shared heartbreak and gratitude online, streaming the new track 'harmonized finale' as the group prepares for their farewell gig 'Sentimental Period' with tickets starting at ¥10,000.

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Takao Suzuki shared a candid note urging fans to brace themselves before reading his departure news—a heartfelt moment after 22 years of pounding drums with the band.

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Zverev outlasted Jakub Mensik 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 in a gritty semifinal on Court Philippe-Chatrier to reach the Roland Garros final for the second time in three years, setting up a Sunday clash with Flavio Cobolli, who advanced on a walkover. In his on-court interview, the world No. 2 described his pre-match mindset as 'pure emptiness,' adding with a smile that athletes rarely have anything in their heads—a remark Cornet called disrespectful and a 'huge lack of respect' for players. Defenders saw it as self-deprecating humor about the intense focus elite athletes need, but the exchange underscores tennis's mental demands as Zverev chases his first Grand Slam title.

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Alexander Zverev grinned after his semifinal win and joked that athletes have 'nothing in their heads'—a line that drew quick fire from peers like Alizé Cornet.

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The pop star shared a carousel of casual shots, including her in a white top, jeans, and red headscarf, tagging Álvarez and showing them close together. This is her first time publicly featuring a partner since divorcing Dalton Gomez, after months of hints and their reconnection earlier this year following her split from Ethan Slater. Fans celebrated her radiant look and openness, though some noted her quick moves between relationships, with one mentioning her concert lyric tweak about writing songs for Ricky.

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Ariana Grande posted cozy mirror selfies and embraces with Ricky Álvarez, her backup dancer from years ago, finally confirming their rekindled romance on Instagram.

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