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Toddler dies in hot car left by babysitter during Florida heatwave
A two-year-old child has died after being left alone in a hot car on a sweltering afternoon in Hallandale Beach, South Florida, where temperatures reached around 101F (38C). The toddler, who was in the care of a babysitter at the time, was taken to hospital but could not be saved. The death is the second…
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Man on trial for killing axe-wielding neighbour with scooter in Raymond Terrace
A man is standing trial in the New South Wales Supreme Court accused of murdering an axe-wielding man by hitting him with a scooter during a violent street confrontation in Raymond Terrace, north of Sydney, in the early hours of 9 April 2024. Kane Flanders, 32, has pleaded not guilty to the murder of Ashley…
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Huang Youlong lost $60m at Crown Perth in days
New court documents have revealed how Chinese-born Singaporean businessman Huang Youlong gambled away roughly $60million within days at Crown Perth, in what is understood to be one of the largest and fastest casino losses ever recorded in Australia. The details emerged from a judgement handed down by the Hong Kong High Court, which shed light…
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Sunbeds raise melanoma risk by 59 per cent in under-35s, dermatologist warns
Consultant dermatologist Dr Justine Hextall has written a warning, ahead of the summer holiday season, about the dangers of trying to build a tan before a beach holiday. She stresses that the single worst thing people can do is use a sunbed, dismissing as a myth the popular influencer claim that a “base tan” from…
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Belgium beat United States 4-1 after Fifa lifts Balogun ban
Belgium said a controversial Fifa decision to lift a ban on United States striker Folarin Balogun, taken shortly before their World Cup last-16 tie in Seattle, galvanised their squad, who went on to beat the tournament co-hosts 4-1 to reach the quarter-finals. The episode matters because it drew accusations of political interference in football, after…
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Yungblud draws support from SZA and Scott Ian after breakdown post
British artist Yungblud (Dominic Harrison) has received an outpouring of public support from fellow musicians and celebrities after posting an emotional message on Instagram about online criticism, industry scepticism and repeated accusations that he is an “industry plant”. The post matters because it highlights the mental-health pressures faced by fast-rising artists and drew high-profile solidarity…
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Maytag appliance discounts explained, from outlet markdowns to professional offers
This WIRED article, written by Gear team staff writer Matthew Korfhage, is a shopping guide explaining how to save money on Maytag home appliances rather than a news report. It matters mainly to consumers looking to buy dishwashers, washers, dryers, refrigerators or ovens, setting out the various routes to a discount on a brand it…
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British sensible-headline time
This WIRED article is a promotional guide rather than a news report, rounding up the various discounts and money-saving offers available at the US retailer Target as of July 2026. It matters chiefly to shoppers looking to cut costs, explaining how Target’s loyalty scheme and financial products can unlock savings on everyday and seasonal purchases.…
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Sign up to Adidas adiClub membership for 15% welcome discount
This WIRED article is a promotional guide, not a news report, rounding up the various ways shoppers can save money on Adidas products as of July 2026. It matters chiefly to consumers looking for discounts on the brand’s popular trainers, apparel and accessories, and it highlights that the headline offer is a 15% discount available…
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Three ex-Sheffield Wednesday players make formal moves to secure new clubs
The report from The Star (thestar.co.uk) states that three former Sheffield Wednesday players have “taken action” to find a new club, indicating that the released or departed players are now formally seeking fresh opportunities elsewhere. This matters to Sheffield Wednesday supporters and followers of English football, as it reflects the club’s recent squad changes and…