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‘What is my sin?’: Farage mounts staunch defence amid questions over £5m ‘gift’
Nigel Farage has defended his handling of a £5m personal gift and other alleged benefits in kind, asking “What is my sin?” and insisting he broke no rules. The row matters because it concerns whether financial support connected to his political activity should have been declared, and has prompted scrutiny of his conduct as an…
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Mamdani pummeled online as critics call possible Netanyahu arrest ‘pure political theater’
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has drawn heavy criticism after telling the New York Times that he considers Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a “war criminal” and is exploring whether the NYPD could arrest him should he visit the United Nations General Assembly in New York this September. The remarks have sparked backlash from…
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The FBI reportedly won’t investigate ICE anymore
According to the New York Times, federal agents have been told that the FBI will no longer be investigating confrontations involving ICE agents. The DHS and DOJ denied the change in policy to The Times. The reported change in guidance follows renewed scrutiny of violence by ICE agents who have killed two people in the…
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Trump’s election integrity speech: 7 takeaways every American should know
In a primetime White House address on 16 July, President Donald Trump outlined what he described as serious vulnerabilities in the United States’ election system, framing secure and fair elections as an issue that should transcend party lines. The speech, delivered as part of a broader push on election integrity ahead of the 2026 midterms,…
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Trump administration touts more than $1B in UN budget cuts as reform push gains momentum
The Trump administration says it secured over $1 billion in U.N. budget cuts in six months, including a $550 million peacekeeping budget reduction.
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Russian recruiter sanctioned by the UK for luring women to work in Kremlin-run drone factories is linked to Telegram channels for child sex abuse
The UK has imposed sanctions on a Russian recruiter accused of luring women into jobs at Kremlin-run drone factories, with reports also linking the individual to Telegram channels used for child sexual abuse material. The sanctions form part of the UK’s ongoing efforts to target individuals supporting Russia’s war effort, in this case by disrupting…
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Trump-backed Senate hopeful’s ‘white nationalist’ sympathizer son-in-law accused of spreading neo-Nazi ideology and wild Charlie Kirk assassination claim
A son-in-law of Mike Collins, a US Senate candidate backed by Donald Trump, has been accused of promoting neo-Nazi ideology and expressing sympathy for white nationalist views. The allegations also link him to a wild, unsubstantiated claim about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, raising fresh scrutiny of the Collins campaign given its ties…
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Argentina at +255 to win the World Cup final is a value bet Lionel Messi backers cannot ignore
An OutKick sports betting article argues that Argentina, priced at +255 to win the World Cup final against Spain, represents good value for bettors backing Lionel Messi’s side. The piece frames the wager around Messi’s consistent quality and leadership as the deciding factor likely to tip the final in Argentina’s favour, positioning the odds as…
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Labor is neck and neck with One Nation in worrying new poll for Anthony Albanese – as the Coalition finally gains some hard earned ground
A new opinion poll shows Labor’s primary vote has slipped to a level that puts it roughly level with One Nation, raising concerns for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ahead of ongoing political battles, while the Coalition has managed to recover some support after a difficult period. The findings suggest growing volatility in Australian voting intentions,…
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2026 World Cup Final Pairs Messi’s Potential Farewell with History-Making Halftime Spectacle
Argentina and Spain will contest the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, an occasion that may mark Lionel Messi’s final appearance in international football. Sports merchandise company Fanatics has capitalised on the moment with