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How are Scarlett Johansson and AC/DC being used to scare off wolves?

The Australian rock band and a certain film clip starring American actress Scarlett Johansson have proven to be very effective when it comes to preventing attacks on cattle in the US rural north-west. What's the deal?

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Is a presidential pardon on the cards for Sean 'Diddy' Combs?

Donald Trump has said it would be “difficult” to pardon disgraced rap mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, as the rapper was apparently “very hostile” towards him when he ran for office.

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Smithsonian denies White House pressure over impeachment display

The museum says an “updated” display covering all US impeachments will be installed soon – amid growing criticism it’s erasing history to appease Donald Trump.

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Sydney Sweeney polemic fuelled by her Republican voter registration

The controversy continues to grow despite American Eagle issuing a response to their polarising ad campaign, as actress Sydney Sweeney's Republican voter registration has been revealed...

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USA

Trump fires jobs statistics chief after dismal employment report

Trump's move followed Friday's jobs report that showed just 73,000 jobs were added last month and that 258,000 fewer jobs were created in May and June than previously estimated.

USA

Trump orders two nuclear subs moved near Russia after Medvedev spat

In a social media post, Trump said the deployment was in response to threats from the country’s former President Dmitry Medvedev.

New Zealand

FBI opens first office in New Zealand, sparking backlash in China

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said in June that China posed an imminent threat and urged Indo-Pacific countries to increase military spending to 5% of GDP.

Culture news

WWE wrestler Hulk Hogan's cause of death revealed

Florida's governor Ron DeSantis has said flags will be flown at half-staff at all official buildings today, which he declared "Hulk Hogan Day in Florida".

Iran

France, Germany and allies warn of growing Iranian intelligence plots

Several NATO allies, as well as Austria, accused Iranian intelligence services of killing, kidnapping, and harassment in Europe and North America, calling it a violation of sovereignty.

World News

Trump threatens trade deal over Canada's plan to recognise Palestine

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Wednesday that his country would recognise the state of Palestine at the UN in September.

Culture news

Russian soprano’s discrimination case against Met to proceed

The Met Opera previously dropped Russian soprano Anna Netrebko after she refused to repudiate President Vladimir Putin over Russia's campaign against Ukraine. Her discrimination case will now proceed.

USA

US Treasury sanctions Brazilian judge overseeing Bolsonaro's trial

US President Donald Trump also signed an executive order that effectively implements the 50% tariff announced earlier this month, which he had explicitly linked to Bolsonaro's case.

USA

Three killed after explosion rips through Nebraska biofuels plant

The blast at around noon on Tuesday shredded the top of the plant's tall tower, exposing mangled concrete and rebar, while the metal walls and roof of the building below were crumpled and charred.

Art

Art Wars: Everything you need to know about George Lucas' new museum

George Lucas, the genius behind the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises, has finally pulled back the curtain on his hugely ambitious museum, set to open in LA next year.

USA

Trump says Epstein 'stole' young female staff from Mar-a-Lago resort

Trump says pair fell out because Epstein poached staffers including the late Virginia Giuffre, who accused the disgraced financer of sexual abuse.

Economy

US and China prepare to extend tariff pause after Stockholm talks

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says President Trump must approve the pause before it can go ahead.

USA

Gunman who killed four in New York targeted NFL headquarters

Investigators believe Shane Tamura was trying to get up to the NFL offices after shooting several people in the lobby of the building at 345 Park Avenue but entered the wrong lift.

Lifestyle

Explained: Why is Sydney Sweeney’s fashion ad being called ‘Nazi’?

American fashion retailer American Eagle and Hollywood actress Sydney Sweeney have been the subject of fierce criticism for a jeans advert which was aimed at raising awareness about domestic abuse. Instead, the campaign has sparked backlash over racial undertones. Here’s everything you need to know.

Thailand

Thailand accuses Cambodia of violating ceasefire after just hours

The truce, which was signed in Malaysia, was supposed to come into force at midnight, bringing an end to cross-border clashes that have killed at least 41 people and displaced thousands.

Europe News

EU and US spin conflicting versions of trade deal

The European Commission and the White House are making contradictory claims about the content and scope of the EU-US trade deal.