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World Cup VAR row, cliff-plunge survival and Nolan’s AI broadside
Pressure is mounting over World Cup VAR decisions as a California cliff-plunge drink-driving case shocks the US, while Christopher Nolan rails against AI in film; plus Call of Duty’s new season and tributes to producer Shi Nansun
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Bassist Jennifer Finch to skip L7’s farewell tour after diagnosis
L7 bassist Jennifer Finch has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer, her bandmates announced on 13 July 2026, just two months after the group revealed plans for a farewell run of shows. Finch will not join L7 on their upcoming “The Last Hurrah Tour”, due to start on 6 October in San…
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Trump’s relentless series of punishing strikes on Iran compared to Civil War-era military strategy: ‘We’re going to grind them down’
President Donald Trump’s relentless strikes on Iran have been compared to a Civil War-era military strategy as he seeks to increase pressure on the Middle Eastern nation.
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Lindsey Graham final phone call revealed as Senator dialed staffer in desperate need of help
The provided text does not include the body of the article, so the only clear claim available is the headline’s assertion that Senator Lindsey Graham’s final phone call was to a staff member while he urgently needed help. Without the full report, it is not possible to verify what happened, when it occurred, or why…
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All the goals from France’s run to semi-finals
Watch every goal scored by France on their way to the 2026 World Cup semi-finals and a mouth-watering tie against Spain.
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North Sea oil industry urges Burnham to approve new drilling in UK waters
The UK’s North Sea oil and gas industry has appealed to Andy Burnham, expected to become Britain’s next prime minister within days, urging him to approve further offshore drilling as part of his agenda to tackle deindustrialisation. Industry group Offshore Energies UK (OEUK), joined by more than ten related business bodies and the GMB union,…
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Jon Stewart Slams Donald Trump’s Reaction to Lindsey Graham’s Death
Comedian Jon Stewart used the Monday episode of “The Daily Show” to criticise President Donald Trump’s public comments following the death of Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, who died on 11 July 2026 aged 71. Stewart mocked what he characterised as a lukewarm and self-focused response from Trump, contrasting the president’s remarks with the more solemn…
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Nancy Mace says Trump ‘may have ended’ her political career when asked about running for Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat
South Carolina Republican congresswoman Nancy Mace said Donald Trump “may have ended” her political career after he weighed in on whether she should run for the US Senate seat held by Lindsey Graham. Her remarks highlight ongoing tension within the party over succession plans in South Carolina and underline how heavily Republican primary prospects can…
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Strike action threatens new A-League season as post-World Cup glow again fades too fast | Joey Lynch
The Australian A-League is heading towards possible strike action after players unanimously rejected the latest collective bargaining agreement (CBA) proposal from the Australian Professional Leagues (APL), just as the sport should be capitalising on renewed interest following the Socceroos’ World Cup campaign. The dispute echoes a previous episode of self-inflicted damage four years ago, when…
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Cardinals’ Jordan Walker stuns Philadelphia crowd with Home Run Derby walk-off over Phillies’ Kyle Schwarber
St Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker delivered a dramatic walk-off victory over Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber to win the 2026 Home Run Derby, held in Philadelphia during Major League Baseball’s All-Star weekend. The result was particularly striking given the home crowd, with Walker silencing the partisan Phillies fans by beating their own star in…