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Cook Political Report moves Iowa, Texas governor’s races in Democrats favor
The nonpartisan Cook Political Report shifted its ratings Thursday for both the Texas and Iowa gubernatorial races, giving Democrats a higher chance at claiming the seat. Cook Political Report Senate and Governors Editor Jessica Taylor wrote in her analysis that Texas’ Democratic nominee for governor, state Rep. Gina Hinojosa (D), is “surprisingly competitive” against incumbent…
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Fugitive drill rapper who went on the run twice and fled to France ahead of deportation flight is jailed – as police admit they have no idea how he escaped the country
A drill rapper who twice absconded from custody and fled to France shortly before he was due to be deported has been jailed, according to reports. Police have admitted they do not know how he managed to leave the UK, raising questions about the security of deportation and monitoring processes for individuals awaiting removal from…
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Linkdaze’s smart calendar is built to run a household, not just track a schedule
Linkdaze has launched a touchscreen smart calendar designed to organise an entire household’s schedule rather than just one person’s, arriving as families face the annual back-to-school scheduling scramble. Its main selling point is broad calendar compatibility, syncing with Google, iCloud, Outlook, Yahoo and the family-organising app Cozi, then colour-coding entries so each family member’s commitments…
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WWE star Ilja Dragunov departs company after being out of action for 4 months
WWE has parted ways with Ilja Dragunov, moving the former United States, NXT and NXT UK champion to its alumni section, after his contract expired following four months on the sidelines through injury. The 32-year-old is regarded as one of wrestling’s top performers, making his departure a notable loss for the promotion and a significant…
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Steven Yeun to Topline ‘Pagans’ Drama at Netflix
Steven Yeun, the Emmy-winning star of Beef and Oscar nominee for Minari, has been cast to lead a new Netflix drama series titled Pagans, created by Joshua Zetumer of FX’s Say Nothing. Yeun will also serve as an executive producer on the show, marking his return to series television at the streamer. The project stands…
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Glass deposit operator confirmed after months of wrangling
The Welsh government has appointed Exchange for Change to run Wales’ deposit return scheme (DRS) after months of delay caused by disagreements over how glass should be handled. The operator, which already runs equivalent recycling schemes for the rest of the UK, will launch the Welsh scheme in October 2027, and its appointment removes a…
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3 Songs by Earth, Wind & Fire That Still Make Me Wanna Get up and Dance
This is a lighthearted music feature from American Songwriter highlighting three Earth, Wind & Fire tracks the writer considers enduring dance-floor favourites, celebrating the band’s legacy since forming in Chicago in 1969 across disco, soul and funk. The piece leans on writers’ anecdotes to explain how these songs came together, offering fans a nostalgic look…
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Israeli defense minister puts NATO power on notice as Middle East tensions surge: ‘Dangerous adventures’
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz issued a stark warning to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, accusing him of dragging Turkey into “dangerous adventures” in Syria and cautioning him against testing Israel’s resolve. The comments come amid rising Middle East tensions and unease within NATO, as President Donald Trump insists the US relationship with Turkey is…
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Leftist Zealots Just Can’t Admit When Their Schemes Don’t Work
Whether government-run grocery stores or ill-conceived wealth taxes, their doomed pet projects have become articles of faith.