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A footballing deepfake: how Bruno Fernandes fell victim to an unlicensed betting operator
Illegal online casinos are producing fake BBC stories and AI-generated videos in an attempt to deceive customersRespect of copyright law has never ranked highly in the list of priorities for unlicensed sports betting operators. Crests of famous clubs and photographs of star players are routinely used to promote brands which could not care less about…
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I’ve seen what the death of major industry did to Britain. Without a good revival plan, Burnham cannot succeed | John Harris
Collieries turned into retail parks, manufacturing in the doldrums. The problem is vast, but at least the PM-in-waiting sees it: and in that there is hopeIn the autumn of 2005, Tony Blair gave one of his most unhinged and fascinating speeches as prime minister. “I hear people say we have to stop and debate globalisation,”…
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‘Murciélago’ Manga Gets 2027 TV Anime Adaptation on HIDIVE
Yoshimura Kana’s manga “Murciélago” is being adapted into a TV anime set to premiere in 2027, with HIDIVE announcing exclusive streaming rights for the U.S., Canada and several other markets. The adaptation was unveiled at Anime Expo 2026. Serialized in Square Enix’s Young Gangan since August 2013, “Murciélago” has sold more than 2.3 million copies…
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Not cool: the air conditioning scams offering fake deals in the heatwave
By using websites copied from stores such as Aldi, fraudsters hope hot and bothered buyers will miss the red flagsWith the UK heatwave expected to increase temperatures over the next week, you decide to invest in an air conditioning unit. But they are expensive, and stocks are running out in the shops as everyone else…
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Can I take the day off for England’s World Cup game – and what if I’m late for work?
Millions of fans could face a tricky day on Monday if they sleep in – or pull a sickie – after the 1am kick-offWhether it’s all over or another step closer to home on Monday morning, the usual back-to-work rush hour could be more sluggish than usual. The timing of the Mexico v England game…
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From ‘heat panic’ to ‘sacrificed at the altar’: Europe’s air conditioning culture wars heat up
Cooling down has become political amid record highs, as experts say row is distracting from work of protecting livesAs the afternoon heat rose to a dizzying 41.7C (107F) in eastern Brandenburg on Sunday, taking German temperatures to unprecedented highs, Mario, 65, took precautions but did not panic. Two years ago, a fierce heatwave had prompted…
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Make Ed Miliband chancellor, ex-chief Treasury adviser tells Andy Burnham
Nicholas Stern joins growing number backing Miliband, saying he has vision and experience to revive economyA former chief economic adviser to the Treasury has called on Andy Burnham to appoint Ed Miliband as chancellor, arguing the energy secretary has a “bold” vision to revive the economy.Nicholas Stern, a professor at the London School of Economics…
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Beyoncé Releases First New Song in Two Years Amid Upcoming Album Speculation
The track, “Morning Dew (Donk),” starts a 60-day countdown to the 20th anniversary reissue of ‘B’Day,’ first released in 2006.
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England faces Mexico storm threat and altitude battle in World Cup last-16 showdown
England’s World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico, held on Sunday evening local time (early Monday morning in the UK), took place under the threat of forecasted thunderstorms, with FIFA opting against rescheduling despite the weather concerns. The fixture in Mexico City presented England with a formidable set of obstacles: playing at unfamiliar high altitude, facing…
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Dan Andrews is dealt a political blow almost three years since he stepped down as premier – as councils refuse to carry out his new law
More than 50 of Victoria’s 79 councils have yet to make the change.