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Judge blocks mother’s request to call witnesses who have experienced postpartum psychosis as she faces trial for killing her three kids

  • Judge bars witnesses with postpartum psychosis experience from testifying for Clancy.
  • Lindsay Clancy is on trial for killing her three children.
  • Her husband will still testify in her defence.

A judge presiding over the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, who is accused of killing her three young children, has ruled against a defence request to call other mothers who have experienced postpartum psychosis as witnesses. The decision limits the scope of evidence Clancy's defence team can present…

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Mamdani offers few answers as massive homeless encampment sprouts in west Manhattan

  • Homeless encampment near Intrepid Museum spans roughly 12 Manhattan blocks
  • Mayor Mamdani gave few specifics despite resident complaints
  • Trump housing chief blames Mamdani's agenda for New Yorkers leaving

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani gave few specific answers on Monday when questioned about a large homeless encampment that has grown near the Intrepid Museum in Manhattan, despite repeated complaints from local residents. The issue adds to mounting criticism of Mamdani's handling of housing and quality-of-life issues…

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New poll shows One Nation ahead of Labor and Coalition in Victoria – as Jacinta Allan’s future hangs in the balance

  • Poll shows One Nation ahead of Labor and Coalition in Victoria
  • Premier Jacinta Allan's political future reportedly in doubt
  • Result signals declining support for Victoria's major parties

A new opinion poll in the Australian state of Victoria has reportedly shown One Nation running ahead of both the governing Labor Party and the opposition Coalition, a striking result that underscores voter dissatisfaction with the two major parties. The finding comes amid mounting speculation over the political…

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‘Kong x Godzilla’ Ride Set to Open at Korea’s Lotte World This Month: It’s ‘Extremely Immersive’ (EXCLUSIVE)

  • Legendary's first theme park ride opens at Seoul's Lotte World on 24 July
  • MonsterVerse films have earned over $2.5 billion at the box office
  • Ride to be Lotte World's marquee attraction amid ongoing park renovation

Legendary Entertainment is opening its first-ever theme park attraction, "Kong x Godzilla" at Lotte World in Seoul, on 24 July, marking the studio's entry into location-based entertainment after years of development. The ride positions the MonsterVerse franchise as a major draw at Lotte World, which is undergoing renovation…

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Caitlin Clark helps WNBA hit historic late-night cable number despite limited return in LA

  • Caitlin Clark's Fever drew 1.04 million viewers on late-night cable.
  • Figure marks a historic number despite a limited matchup in LA.
  • Underlines Clark's outsized impact on WNBA television ratings.

The WNBA's Indiana Fever, led by star rookie Caitlin Clark, delivered a historic television audience for a late-night cable broadcast, underlining the enduring commercial pull she brings to the league even in a matchup that offered limited on-court intrigue. The result reinforces how Clark's presence continues to drive…

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Trump threatens to charge a 20% toll on tankers using Strait of Hormuz – and declares himself the ‘Guardian Angel’ of the waterway

  • Trump threatens 20% toll on tankers using Strait of Hormuz.
  • He calls himself the waterway's "Guardian Angel."
  • Move could impact global oil shipping costs significantly.

Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 20% toll on tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important oil shipping routes, while casting himself as the "Guardian Angel" protecting the waterway. The move reflects Trump's broader push to leverage US military and diplomatic…

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Trove of horrifying evidence that proves why America must NOT dismiss suspicions about Lindsey Graham’s shock death: Putin expert reveals exactly how Russian agents could have done it

  • Report speculates Russian involvement in Lindsey Graham's death
  • Claim attributed to unnamed "Putin expert"
  • No verified evidence provided in available article text

A Daily Mail report claims to present evidence suggesting suspicions over the death of US Senator Lindsey Graham should not be dismissed, citing a Russia expert who reportedly outlines how Russian agents could have been involved. The article does not provide substantiated evidence for this claim, and it…

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Ivy League professor rips university for lackluster response to alleged mass AI cheating

  • Brown professor says university responded too slowly to AI cheating claims
  • Case highlights wider debate on AI use in higher education
  • Purdue, by contrast, now requires AI-related coursework for graduation

A Brown University economics professor, Roberto Serrano, has publicly criticised the Ivy League institution for what he describes as a slow and inadequate response to an alleged mass cheating scandal involving artificial intelligence. The complaint highlights growing tensions at universities across the United States over how to police…

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Deschamps predicts ‘spectacular’ France v Spain semi-final

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  • Deschamps predicts a "spectacular" France v Spain World Cup semi-final
  • France could reach a third straight World Cup final with a win
  • Mbappe declared fit despite ankle issue from quarter-final win

France manager Didier Deschamps has predicted a "spectacular" World Cup semi-final against Spain in Dallas on Tuesday, as the two European heavyweights meet in a repeat of recent tournament clashes. Spain beat France in the Euro 2024 semi-final and again in a nine-goal Nations League thriller last year,…

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Squirrel goes nuts for a quick dip under a sprinkler to cool off

  • Squirrel filmed cooling off under a garden sprinkler.
  • Comes amid a severe heatwave affecting parts of Europe.
  • Light-hearted human-interest story with minimal further detail available.

A viral moment showing a squirrel cooling itself off beneath a garden sprinkler has been shared as a light-hearted news item, capturing the animal enjoying a spontaneous dip during warm weather. The clip taps into a wider seasonal theme, with much of Europe currently experiencing an intense heatwave,…

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