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2026-06-09 12:06:40.477655

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Lewis Hamilton and Kim Kardashian have known each other for years. The pair were spotted together at the Monaco Grand Prix. Hamilton also appeared to blow a kiss to Kardashian from the podium. He also posted a photo of the pair to his Instagram account. The photo was intended to celebrate his second-place finish in Monaco.

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2026-06-09 12:07:25.726498

What to Know About Mahshahr, the Iranian Petrochemical Complex That Israel Targeted

Iran launched missiles at Israel on Sunday in retaliation for a strike on Beirut. Israel responded with air strikes across Lebanon and a ground invasion of a significant part of the country's south. According to the US news outlet Axios, the Israeli strikes were carried out despite Prime Minister Netanyahu being told not to retaliate by President Trump.

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2026-06-09 12:08:49.660967

Oil Prices Ease as Iran and Israel Halt Strikes

Brent crude is forecast to average $95 per barrel, up from $69 last year. Jet fuel prices are expected to jump almost 70 per cent to $152 per barrel. UAE and Saudi Arabia continue to view aviation as a strategic driver of economic growth despite current geopolitical challenges. Dubai World Central-Al Maktoum International Airport is expected to become the world’s largest aviation hub.

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Health

2026-06-09 12:05:00.526768

Man seriously injured in Belfast stabbing Starmer describes as ‘sickening’

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Politics

2026-06-09 12:01:03.618930

Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un vow stronger ties as North Korea visit wraps up

Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un vow stronger ties as North Korea visit wraps up. Visit is a remind for Kim that his main benefactor is China. No concrete deals emerged from the trip, but its significance was recognised by Kim. Xi's choice of Pyongyang for his first state visit of the year showed the "utmost importance" placed on bilateral ties.

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2026-06-09 12:05:12.373935

Pentagon expands list of China military-linked firms to include Alibaba, Baidu in fresh blow to diplomatic thaw

Pentagon adds Alibaba, BYD, Baidu to Chinese military list. Pentagon designated dozens of Chinese companies as Chinese military companies. List restricts their ability to do business with the U.S. government. The Defense Department has released an updated list of companies it believes are linked to the Chinese military.

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2026-06-09 12:05:53.460863

Nikol Pashinyan Wins Re-election in Armenia

Pashinyan's party is expected to win a majority of votes in Sunday's election. The result is seen as a blow to Russia, which has been trying to exert influence in the region. The election will be followed by a referendum on whether or not to extend the current peace deal with Russia.

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2026-06-09 12:06:18.866375

Why Iran Risked an Attack on Israel

Israel said its strikes were in response to an Iranian missile attack. The strikes came after Iran launched missiles at Israel on Sunday. President Trump had called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to urge him not to retaliate immediately for the missile attack, according to a senior U.S. official. Mr. Trump said he informed Netanyahu that several countries in the region wanted Israel to halt its strikes on Iran.

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Sports

2026-06-09 12:00:42.939318

Trump booed before Knicks lose to Spurs at Madison Square Garden in NBA Finals Game 3

"There is no reason for any president (to attend the game) because of the congestion and the security measures that have to be invoked in order to ensure his safety," NYPD said. The key restriction, however, was that "no one" was allowed into the secured area unless they "have a ticket to the game, a train ticket, are going to a business inside the area"

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2026-06-09 12:02:05.020261

Iran’s Soccer Team Allowed Into U.S. for World Cup, but Many Staff Denied

At least one player and referee have been denied entry to the U.S. because of visa issues. The ban is in line with previous decisions, according to the United States Embassy in London. The U.N. issued a statement saying the ban had been imposed on the request of the player and official.

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2026-06-09 12:03:09.044959

He Gave It All to Help the Knicks Win in 1973. He’s Still in Pain Today.

Spike Lee has been going to Knicks games for 60 years. He is one of the team's mainstays at Madison Square Garden. He has performed at the Garden six times during the playoffs, including once when the Knicks lost to the Pacers. He also has a son, Avery Wilson, who has been a fan of the Knicks for years.

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Technology

2026-06-09 12:01:37.011778

How Eriksen's heart device kicked into action

Prof Malhotra says that his research on young footballers suggests that one in 250 could have a heart condition that requires monitoring. Screening programmes in the UK have found that around one in 300 could be affected. Every player across England's 92 Premier and Football League clubs is now screened when they sign their first professional contract.

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World

2026-06-09 12:02:38.110668

Crew Is Rescued After U.S. Helicopter Goes Down Near Strait of Hormuz

Trump has repeatedly predicted that a deal is near over the two months since the U.S. and Iran agreed to an initial ceasefire. Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf said Monday that Trump’s remarks so far on a possible deal “contradicted the agreed-upon sections.”

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2026-06-09 12:04:27.426536

Patrick Bruel, French Singer, Is Taken Into Custody Over Sex Assault Claims

French judicial authorities could either file preliminary charges against Bruel. Bruel, 67, who has been in police custody since Monday, denies the allegations. At least 13 women have accused Bruel of rape, attempted rape and sexual assault. Belgian authorities notified French prosecutors earlier this month of allegations by a woman.

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2026-06-09 12:07:42.715467

No Calm for Tehran’s Residents as Iran-Israel Fighting Resumes

Tehran has repeatedly stated any deal should include Lebanon. Tehran said on Monday it would attack again if Israel persisted with its strikes in Lebanon. Netanyahu warned in turn that should Iran "make the mistake of resuming attacks against us, we will respond with full force" Israel was preparing for a major wave of strikes on Iran before Trump personally called Netanyahu and urged him to stop.

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2026-06-09 12:08:18.225813

Israel Bombs Beirut Outskirts as Fighting With Hezbollah Escalates

Iran’s insistence on making Hezbollah central to any deal with Mr Trump is more likely a test of how far the US president is willing – or able – to restrain Israel. With Iran threatening immediate retaliation if Mr Netanyahu carried out his threat, Mr Trump intervened dramatically, instigating what was reportedly an explosive telephone call.

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