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Paul: ‘We’re worse off than we were before’ Iran war
Senator Rand Paul said the US is worse off following President Trump’s war with Iran, arguing that it has failed to produce a clear strategic or diplomatic benefit. His remarks highlight growing Republican concern that the conflict is escalating regional risks, raising household costs and could damage the party politically ahead of November’s elections. Paul…
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Transfer roundup: Barcelona sign Adeyemi, Monaco’s Bamba set for Newcastle
Barcelona have signed Germany winger Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund on a contract until 2031, in a deal worth around €22m (£19m) plus add-ons, as Newcastle United close in on a £34m move for Monaco midfielder Aladji Bamba. The signings continue a busy summer window for both clubs, with Adeyemi becoming Barcelona’s second attacking addition…
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Russia ‘may be helping Iran hit CIA facilities with precision drone strikes around the Middle East’
A report suggests Russia may be assisting Iran in carrying out precision drone strikes targeting CIA facilities at various locations across the Middle East. The claim points to a deepening of military and intelligence cooperation between Moscow and Tehran, which would mark a significant escalation given the two countries’ existing defence ties amid ongoing regional…
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Drug dealer who ‘worked for US rapper 50 Cent’ part of gang jailed for over 160 years for cocaine trafficking
A member of a drug trafficking gang who reportedly worked for US rapper 50 Cent has been sentenced as part of a group jailed for a combined total of more than 160 years for cocaine trafficking. The case highlights the scale of organised drug distribution networks and the lengthy custodial sentences being handed down to…
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‘Unbearably sexy in his rodenty way’: Benedict Cumberbatch’s 20 best films – ranked!
The Guardian has published a ranked countdown of Benedict Cumberbatch’s 20 best film performances, timed to mark the actor’s recent 50th birthday and covering his range from British costume dramas to Hollywood blockbusters. The list rates his work across genres, praising his theatrical technique and distinctive screen presence while noting that even lesser entries showcase…
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After its Baldur’s Gate 3-era splurge, Hasbro is scaling back its gaming ambitions following $56m loss, but Warlock and Mass Effect-like Exodus are safe
Hasbro is pulling back from its ambitious video game publishing push after recording a $56 million (£41.9 million) write-down across its games portfolio, a plan that had originally been launched in 2022 in the wake of Baldur’s Gate 3’s success. The toy giant, which owns Dungeons & Dragons publisher Wizards of the Coast, has already…
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TelevisaUnivision US advertising falls 29% as Mexico gains from World Cup
TelevisaUnivision reported mixed second-quarter results, with the absence of Spanish-language World Cup rights in the US contributing to a sharp fall in advertising there, while World Cup coverage in Mexico lifted performance strongly. The figures underline the importance of major football rights to the broadcaster’s advertising and streaming strategy, as it faces competition from Telemundo…
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Christopher Nolan fans have a theory on why The Odyssey chooses not to show Agamemnon’s face
Fans of Christopher Nolan have speculated that promotional material for The Odyssey deliberately avoids showing Agamemnon’s face because the character may be played by a surprise, unannounced actor. The theory matters mainly because it reflects intense scrutiny of the film’s marketing ahead of its release, rather than any confirmed production detail. The discussion centres on…
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Venice Lesbian Drama ‘Big Little Things’ Boards Moebius Entertainment for Worldwide Sales
Michelle Zhou’s debut feature “Big Little Things” has secured worldwide sales and festival representation from Hong Kong-based Moebius Entertainment, following the film’s selection for the Horizons section of the 83rd Venice Film Festival. The Hong Kong-U.S. co-production tells the story of a woman who returns to her native Harbin after years in the U.S., navigating…