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Fresh wave of Iranian missiles hit Tel Aviv as Israel says won’t stop attacks ‘until threat removed’

<p>Israel-Iran live updates: Fresh wave of Iranian missiles hit Tel Aviv as Israel says won’t stop attacks ‘until threat removed’</p>

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Suspect arrested after shootings of Minnesota Democratic lawmakers

<p>A memorial sits outside the Minnesota State Capitol in honor of murdered Democratic state assemblywoman Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark</p>

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How ‘politically motivated’ Minnesota shooting unleashed conspiracies

Minnesota suspected shooter’s roommate claims he was ‘not as upbeat’

<p>Attendance at nationwide ‘No Kings’ protest dwarfed crowds at president’s Washington parade on Saturday for 250th anniversary of the Army</p>

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Trump’s team claims 250,000 supporters watched his military parade. ‘No Kings’ protests drew at least 4 million, experts say

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Alex Padilla has ‘serious questions’ for Noem after press conference

Alex Padilla says FBI escorted him to Kristi Noem press conference

<p>Members of the Alphabet Workers Union (CWA) hold a rally outside the Google office in response to recent layoffs, in New York on February 2, 2023. </p>

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The harsh reality of being laid off because of AI

<p>Appendix cancer appears to be on the rise amongst Gen X and millennials in the U.S., according to a new study. </p>

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Gen X and millennials three times more likely to be diagnosed with appendix cancer than their parents, study finds

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Trump’s military parade was feared to be the stuff of authoritarians. It was more small-town July 4

Fox News cuts off seemingly intoxicated guest discussing Trump parade

<p>Some people feared the Washington, D.C., military parade would feel like something from North Korea. Instead it felt like a July 4 event. </p>

<p>‘Luigi: the Musical’ imagines a jailbreak caper involving alleged UnitedHealthcare assassin Luigi Mangione, P. Diddy, and crypto entrepreneur Sam Bankman-Fried </p>

Wild musical tackles Luigi Mangione and UnitedHealthcare assassination

<p>Going back to sleep for an extra hour might not be giving you the benefits you want. The reason is tied to the body’s circadian rhythms</p>

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Here’s why you feel awful after going back to bed for that extra hour of sleep

<p>George Gountas was declared the winner of the contest</p>

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An NYC Mexican restaurant held a Pedro Pascal lookalike contest. Its owner said the results were ‘better than Hinge’

<p>Leah Lendel was snorkeling near the shore at a beach in Boca Grande on Wednesday when the shark attacked her, severing her hand. </p>

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Bodycam footage shows horrifying moment cops helped Florida girl with severed hand after shark attack

<p>Arnold and Patrick Schwarzenegger at 'The White Lotus' premiere</p>

Arnold Schwarzenegger says women keep giving him their numbers – to pass onto his son

<p>Robin Lessette Alexander, 54, is accused of hitting people with a car after an argument at a baby shower
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Baby shower turns violent when suspect mows down another woman after argument, cops say

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Bruce Willis’s wife Emma ‘profoundly sad’ as she shares heartfelt Father’s Day update

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Families worried about delays in being reunited with loved ones' bodies

<p>Two men were rescued from near the summit of a Colorado mountain after they were struck by lightning. </p>

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Dramatic helicopter rescue saves two hikers hit by lightning near peak of Colorado mountain

<p>Cypress Hill at the Royal Albert Hall</p>

Culture

Cypress Hill: ‘We made plenty of tracks when we weren’t high’

<p>‘So, what I guess I have to explain to these people is that when ... you 're not headlining these shows, you don’t pick what date you perform,’ she said</p>

Paris Jackson slams critics upset over performance on anniversary of her father’s death

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Trump considering adding another 36 countries to his no travel list

Mexico: the ‘gateway to hell’ for Egyptians chasing the American Dream

<p>Bryan Bedford previously claimed to have a commercial pilot’s license, but only has a private pilot license, according to FAA records. </p>

Trump’s FAA pick incorrectly claims he has a pilot’s license

<p>President Donald Trump’s financial disclosure report reveals he has made $57 million from his stake in a cryptocurrency firm. In addition, he has made millions from selling Trump merchandise to supporters.</p>

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Trump made $10 million selling guitars, bibles, watches and sneakers

<p>Senator Alex Padilla manhandled as Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem holds a news conference regarding the recent protests in Los Angeles </p>

Washington erupts after agents handcuff Democratic Senator

<p>Federal employees at numerous government agencies still have to send an email laying out their work, an idea concocted by Elon Musk</p>

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Federal workers are still required to fill out DOGE ‘five things’ email despite Musk being long gone

<p>Friday’s ruling leaves in place a December ruling by a three-judge panel upholding the 2023 jury verdict, which ordered Trump to pay E. Jean Carroll $5 million in damages</p>

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NY appeals court rejects bid to overturn Trump’s convictions in E. Jean Carroll case

<p>The Trump administration has reportedly told ICE agents to stop making arrests at farms and in the hospitality industry</p>

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Trump team tells ICE to stop making arrests at farms, hotels and restaurants: report

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<p>Sabrina Carpenter accepts the award for best pop vocal album for Short n’ Sweet during the Grammy Awards ceremony</p>

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‘God is reaching out to you’: Pope Leo addresses Chicago crowd and encourages them to make a difference in the world

<p>At least 13 people have died in rains in San Antonio, Texas.</p>

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Death toll from San Antonio rains climbs to 13 as officials say all missing people have been found

<p>Ben Rappaport recently wrapped filming on Grosse Pointe Garden Society season one</p>

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Grosse Pointe Garden Society star Ben Rappaport reveals the show’s connection to Desperate Housewives after fan response

<p>Luke Combs performs at Bonnaroo 2025</p>

Bonnaroo 2025 cancelled due to severe storms after co-founder’s death

<p>This is why everyone is obsessed with labubus - psychotherapists explain</p>

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<p>Keely and Pierce at the 'MobLand' premiere</p>

Pierce Brosnan says wife of 24 years gave him ‘wings to fly’

<p>‘Luigi: the Musical’ imagines a jailbreak caper involving alleged UnitedHealthcare assassin Luigi Mangione, P. Diddy, and crypto entrepreneur Sam Bankman-Fried </p>

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Luigi Mangione, Diddy and SBF walk into a jail: Wild musical about UnitedHealthcare assassination debuts

<p>Here are some of the things that ER doctors are (and aren’t) concerned about when it comes to people ending up in hospitals</p>

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The things ER doctors do and don’t worry about

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Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher give update on divorce

<p>Army vet Christopher Lehman collected his $1.3 million prize money with a commemorative check.</p>

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Army vet wins $1.3 million lottery jackpot a month after making a long-distance move

Squid Game director shares mixed feelings about Netflix hit ending

<p>Cindy Clemishire is seeking a minimum of $1 million from disgraced pastor Robert Morris, Gateway Church, and numerous church elders</p>

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Alleged child sex abuse victim of Gateway Church founder Robert Morris sues him for defamation

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Israeli strikes on Gaza kill at least 16 as war rages on after the opening of a new front with Iran

<p>Katharina Reitz Brow (left) was found murdered in 1980. Police now say Joseph Leo Boudreau (right) is her killer. </p>

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Police say they have solved a 1980 cold-case murder — after the first suspect wrongly spent 20 years in prison

Victoria Beckham breaks silence on David’s knighthood as she also gets new title

<p>Billie Eilish in the long denim clothing item that harks back to the Nineties</p>

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Why jorts are this summer’s most divisive (and popular) trend

<p>Joshua Curtis, 18, has been charged in the shooting death of a homeless man in New Mexico</p>

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Teens accused of killing a homeless man in a tent after he asked them to stop shooting in a nearby creek

<p>Not even music’s greats are immune to writing absolutely terrible songs</p>

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13 worst songs by brilliant artists, from The Beatles to Taylor Swift

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<p>Pitch perfect: David Adjmi’s hit musical focuses on a fictional British-American rock band in a Californian recording studio</p>

Stereophonic is a compelling portrait of 1970s rock in the making

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Brat summer is forever at Charli XCX’s victory lap LIDO Festival show

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Dakota Johnson says Hollywood is ‘a bit of a mess’

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Gino D’Acampo teases move into acting as part of TV comeback

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Ayo Edebiri and Mark Ruffalo among stars at huge anti-Trump protests

<p>Nathanael Hill appearing on ‘Blankety Blank’</p>

Blankety Blank viewers shocked by winning contestant’s death

<p>Stephen T Lewis: ‘Richard got lost in the wars between those two alpha males’</p>

The forgotten genius of The Band’s Richard Manuel

<p>Star power: ‘Justin Bieber called me the other day to tell me that he is so grateful to know me, like saying, ‘I’m so proud of you’</p>

Jensen McRae: ‘Justin Bieber is like a big brother to me’

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Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers’ wife opens up about his final months

<p>Marlee Matlin’s documentary premiered earlier this year at the Sundance Film Festival</p>

Marlee Matlin relied on Henry Winkler after William Hurt split

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Best pickleball paddles for every player, from beginners to pros

<p>The perfect pickleball shoes are built for sideways movement</p>

The best pickleball shoes for 2025, tested by real players

<p>Some stores have online stock, others are sticking to in-person only</p>

How to buy a Nintendo Switch 2 at Walmart, Best Buy, Target and more

<p>The gremlin plush toys are taking over</p>

Labubus are taking over — here’s what they are and how to buy one

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<p>Which? researchers bought 20 pairs of sunglasses from Amazon, AliExpress, eBay, and Temu</p>

Warning as one-third of children’s sunglasses fail Which? testing

<p>Zoe passed her driving test at the end of 2024</p>

How this teen turned her car into a DIY camper with £400 and 12 hours

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Ioan Gruffudd announces he is expecting child with new wife

<p>Hooters is offering a BOGO deal on chicken wings on June 15</p>

Father’s Day 2025: Where to score free food and best deals

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Prince George nudges Louis for waving on Buckingham Palace balcony

<p>People who walk more than 8,000 steps a day reduce their risk of premature death by half</p>

Health & Families

New research suggests the magic of 10,000 steps a day is a myth

<p>Historically, rosemary has been linked to memory and mental clarity</p>

Health & Families

The herb linked to better memory and lower anxiety

<p>David Beckham with his wife, Victoria, and eldest son, Brooklyn, in 2019</p>

Victoria Beckham pours water on family rift rumours

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