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Heartbreaking update after Honey the hedgehog was painted in Leeds United colours by football yobs in ‘appalling’ act of alleged animal cruelty
Honey the hedgehog has died days after being found painted in the colours of Leeds United, in an incident described as an appalling alleged act of animal cruelty. The case has prompted concern because the paint and handling may have caused severe distress and harmed the animal’s health. The article reports that Honey was discovered…
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The Kinks’ Ray and Dave Davies are “getting on great” and would “never say never” to a reunion
Ray and Dave Davies of The Kinks say their relationship has improved significantly and have not ruled out performing together again. Their renewed closeness has raised the possibility of a reunion, although neither brother has confirmed plans for one. The comments came before the opening of *The Kinks: Brothers*, a London exhibition running from 24…
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The Grade A Refurb Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Console Bundle Just Dropped to $419 at Woot
Woot is offering a Grade A refurbished Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle for $419, described by IGN as a limited-time deal. The price is $20 lower than Woot’s previous $439 offer and may appeal to buyers ahead of Nintendo’s announced console price rise in September. Woot says the refurbished console has minimal cosmetic…
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Trump’s ‘secret weapon’ to roast the press revealed in brutal new White House Correspondents’ Dinner 2.0 speech that will ‘rip’ after a gunman thwarted his first try
Donald Trump is preparing a new attempt at addressing the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, with reports suggesting he plans to deliver a sharply comedic roast of the press, having missed his earlier planned appearance after a gunman disrupted the original event. The renewed speech is being framed as an opportunity for Trump to go on…
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Trump says Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit US on Sept 24
President Donald Trump said Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the United States on 24 September, with artificial intelligence expected to feature prominently in their discussions. The proposed meeting would signal continued high-level engagement between Washington and Beijing on a strategically important technology issue. Trump announced the visit during remarks at the Environmental Protection Agency…
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Patreon is cutting 20% of its workforce, affecting 93 employees, in a restructuring that chief executive Jack Conte said was painful but necessary. The creator-monetisation platform says its core business remains strong, yet it needs to reduce costs and simplify its organisation in response to significant changes in the creator economy. Affected employees will receive…
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Hunt launched after lone woman ‘is sexually assaulted on train’
Police have launched a hunt for a suspect after a lone woman was reportedly sexually assaulted while travelling on a train. The incident has prompted an investigation, though the article provided contains no further details of the assault, such as when or where it took place, the identity of those involved, or the current status…
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Microplastics detected in most heart attack patients’ blood in startling new study
New Italian research suggests that people suffering severe heart attacks may have substantially higher concentrations of micro- and nanoplastics in their blood than people with stable heart conditions. The finding adds to concerns that plastic pollution could have implications for cardiovascular health, although it does not establish that the particles cause heart attacks. Researchers compared…
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MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls – Official Opening Movie Trailer
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has released an official opening movie trailer, presenting the fighting game’s animated introduction and its Marvel-themed setting. The trailer is intended to build interest in the title by establishing its tone, characters and visual identity ahead of release. The supplied article contains no additional written information beyond the trailer title because…
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Ready to ‘conquer Earth’ – Joshua embraces comeback spotlight
Anthony Joshua says he is fully focused on his comeback fight against Kristian Prenga in Jeddah, despite the prospect of a long-awaited bout with Tyson Fury later this year. The fight is Joshua’s first since a fatal car crash in Nigeria last December involving two close friends and team members, making Saturday’s event particularly significant…