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Rep Brandon Gill backs Trump executive order, calls to ‘clean house’ at the Smithsonian
Republican Representative Brandon Gill backed President Trump’s executive order seeking changes at the Smithsonian and called for a “clean house” approach to its leadership and exhibits. He argued that some museum material promotes left-wing activism rather than history, highlighting the political dispute over how publicly funded institutions should present the United States’ past. Gill’s comments…
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NYC 5-alarm fire injures at least 17 firefighters, others as blaze damages multiple apartment buildings
A five-alarm fire at an apartment building in Queens, New York City, injured nearly two dozen people, including at least 17 FDNY firefighters. The blaze spread damage across multiple residential buildings, highlighting the risks faced by emergency crews during major urban fires. Officials said at least 21 people were injured in total on Saturday, although…
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Elon Musk’s Boring Company reportedly raising funding at a $20 billion valuation
Elon Musk’s Boring Company is reportedly discussing a $4 billion fundraising round that would value the tunnelling startup at $20 billion. If completed, the deal would substantially increase its valuation and underline investor interest in its plans to expand underground transport networks, despite regulatory and safety concerns. The proposed valuation is far above the company’s…
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Norris cautious despite pole as it ‘falls apart’ for Hamilton
Lando Norris secured his first pole position of the season at the Hungarian Grand Prix but warned that he must convert strong qualifying pace into a race victory. His caution reflects McLaren’s recent strategic difficulties, while the result suggests its upgrade has improved competitiveness after a period on the back foot. McLaren team principal Andrea…
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DC’s Next Level Initiative Expands, Including a Must-Read Batman Comic | Comic Con 2026
DC Comics has announced a new wave of “Next Level” titles for 2027 at San Diego Comic-Con, building on the initiative’s recent success. The most prominent release is a new Shadow of the Bat series by Deniz Camp and Javier Rodríguez, which will examine Gotham’s failing institutions and seek to reinterpret Batman for the present…
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Police investigate payments to Reform UK first revealed by The Guardian
The Metropolitan police are investigating £500,000 in donations to Reform UK made through Britain Means Business, a company controlled by the party’s deputy leader, Richard Tice, shortly before the 2024 general election. The inquiry matters because it concerns whether political-donation rules were followed and whether the original source of the money can be established. The…
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Zelensky says US, Ukraine moving forward on joint drone production
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the United States and Ukraine are advancing plans for joint drone production, including a factory in the US using Ukrainian technology. The proposed partnership could deepen defence-industrial ties as Ukraine seeks to turn its battlefield drone expertise into a longer-term strategic asset. Zelenskyy said Ukrainian drones can now operate over…
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‘Love Island USA’ Contestant Kenzie Slams Rumors That She’s a Trump Supporter ‘Just Because I’m Blonde and White’: ‘F— the F— Off!’
Love Island USA contestant Kenzie Annis has denied online claims that she supports Donald Trump, calling the speculation offensive and rejecting the assumption that her appearance indicates her political views. The rumours stemmed from unverified screenshots said to show her standing in front of Trump flags, and she addressed them during an Instagram livestream. Annis…
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‘Futurama’ to Release Three New Supersized Specials, Including a Christmas Episode, Starting Next Year on Hulu
Hulu has commissioned three extended “Futurama” specials alongside the animated comedy’s forthcoming 14th season. The announcement, made at San Diego Comic-Con, signals continued investment in the revived series and gives fans new feature-length-style episodes to anticipate from 2027. The first “XXXL-Sized” special will be Christmas-themed and is currently in production, although further release dates and…