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Reform UK accuses Vodafone of ‘facilitating migrant invasion’ over handing of free SIM cards to asylum seekers
Reform UK has accused Vodafone of ‘facilitating migrant invasion’ by providing free SIM cards to asylum seekers. The allegation concerns the role of mobile connectivity in support provided to people seeking asylum, and reflects wider political disagreement over asylum policy and the treatment of migrants in the UK. The material provided does not set out…
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In Dreams: Kevin Abstract Is On The Go With UGG’s New Tasman Flex
UGG has unveiled American rapper, singer-songwriter and visual artist Kevin Abstract as the face of its new Tasman Flex campaign. The shoe marks a new era of evolution from UGG, which has seen a cultural spike in recent years as people continue to embrace the shoe as a part of… The post In Dreams: Kevin…
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House incumbents are having a historically bad year
In today’s issue: ▪ A bad year to be an incumbent ▪ New aircraft carrier heads to Middle East ▪ Kennedy Center reapproves closure ▪ Daylight saving time bill hits Senate roadblock House incumbents have fared historically poorly in the 2026 primaries — and the midterm cycle is not over yet. Ten House members have…
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San Sebastian Adds Jesse Eisenberg, Fred Cavayé, Amanda Kernell Films to Golden Shell Race
The San Sebastián Film Festival has added six films to its 2026 Official Selection, expanding the field competing for the Golden Shell at its 74th edition. The additions bring high-profile international directors and actors into the race, reinforcing the festival’s role as a major European launchpad for films arriving after premieres in Toronto. Jesse Eisenberg’s…
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Farage criticised for missing Clacton result declaration
Nigel Farage was re-elected as MP for Clacton but did not attend the result declaration, with Reform UK citing a security threat that Essex Police said it had not advised on. The absence prompted criticism from Independent readers, who said it was disrespectful to voters and volunteers and questioned whether it avoided media scrutiny. His…
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Feds probe ‘mention markets.’ And, lawmakers call for investigation into USS Lincoln
Federal regulators are reviewing ‘mention markets’ that allow wagers on what public figures will say. And, Democratic lawmakers call for an investigation into conditions on the long-deployed USS Lincoln.
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Why nutty candidates are underperforming their polling so badly
The pollsters’ mistake was a saving grace for the establishment.
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Clacton by-election result in full: Nigel Farage wins, Count Binface sees record support and one candidate gets seven votes
Nigel Farage won the Clacton by-election for Reform UK with 63 per cent of the vote, returning to Parliament after triggering the contest. The result strengthens his vote share but leaves scrutiny focused on an ongoing parliamentary standards investigation into allegations about his financial affairs; Farage missed the count, citing a threat that Essex Police…
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Vancouver Queer Fest Lineup: Alan Cumming, Matthew Morrison, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Dylan Mulvaney & EPs Odenkirk, Schoenbrun & Wachowski
The 38th Vancouver Queer Film Festival will run from 10 to 20 September, followed by online screenings from 21 to 27 September. It will showcase work by 2SLGBTQIA+ creators and feature films involving Alan Cumming, Matthew Morrison, Dylan Mulvaney and Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, under the theme “A Seat at Our Table”, which emphasises belonging and…
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John Summit Coliseum Date as The Amateur Finds Streaming Success
John Summit adds a Los Angeles Coliseum show, while Rami Malek’s The Amateur rebounds on Prime Video. HoYoverse is reportedly planning a darker console action RPG.