📅 News: 2025-06-09
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White House Struggles to Fill Senior Roles Under Defense Secretary Hegseth

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The White House, including Vice President JD Vance and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, actively seeks qualified candidates to stabilize Hegseth's team. However, political disagreements and Hegseth's contentious decisions, such as the abrupt suspension of aides over alleged leaks, deter potential appointees.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces challenges as at least three candidates decline senior adviser roles, citing internal turmoil and leadership concerns.

Foxes Dig In: Google's £1bn London HQ's Rooftop Garden Invaded

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The rooftop garden, intended to support bees, bats, birds, and butterflies, now hosts foxes possibly feeding on scraps left by construction workers. Pest control experts suggest they could also be living off rats, as 'we don't live more than three metres away from the nearest rat.' The foxes' adaptability turns Google's green oasis into an urban wildlife sanctuary.

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Google's £1bn London HQ's rooftop garden has become a fox haven, with the canines digging burrows in the 300-meter-long green space, causing minimal construction delays.

Heart-Powered Pacemaker Frees Patients from Battery Replacements

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Traditional pacemakers require battery changes every 5-12 years, posing risks like infections. The new self-powered device aims to eliminate these surgeries, offering a safer, more sustainable solution for patients.

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South Korean engineers develop a battery-free pacemaker powered by heartbeats, potentially eliminating the need for replacements and reducing medical risks.

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Amtrak Salvage Center Offers Free Historic Home Materials to West Baltimore Residents

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Residents can access stainless steel appliances, high-end doors, and cabinets at the salvage center. Community groups plan to repurpose marble steps as benches for a new amphitheater, blending historic materials with modern initiatives.

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Amtrak's salvage center in West Baltimore provides free materials from demolished 100-year-old homes, including kitchen sinks and marble steps, to local residents, preserving history and aiding community projects.

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Mystery Minions Multiply Under Burnley Bridge, Artist Remains Unknown

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Local cyclist Craig Simpson praised the murals, stating they 'brighten up an otherwise dull bit of concrete.' However, National Highways expressed concern that the graffiti could impede structural inspections, potentially leading to costly removals.

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In Burnley, nine new Minion murals have appeared under a motorway bridge, delighting residents but leaving the artist's identity a mystery.

Swiss Powerlifter Buried in Snow for 2 Hours, Sets World Record

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Meyer, aiming to demonstrate the body's incredible capabilities, endured the cold and pressure of the snow. He remarked, 'The heavy snow pressed me down, causing my shoulders and elbows to ache.' His achievement highlights human resilience and the pursuit of pushing physical limits.

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Swiss powerlifter Elias Meyer endured over 2 hours buried in snow, clad only in swim trunks, to set a new world record, surpassing the previous 1 hour, 45 minutes mark.

Iran Expands Dog Walking Ban to 18 Cities, Citing Public Health Concerns

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The ban, initially enforced in Tehran, now affects cities like Ilam, Isfahan, and Kerman. Authorities claim dogs in public spaces cause 'fear and anxiety,' leading to stricter regulations.

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Iranian authorities have extended the dog walking ban to 18 cities, including Isfahan and Kerman, citing public health and safety concerns, sparking debate among pet owners.

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Michigan Woman's $500K Lottery Win Sparked by Clerk's Suggestion

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Initially skeptical, Hughes reread the instructions and returned to the store to confirm her win. "It was surreal when I realized I really had just won $500,000!" she said. She plans to use the winnings to buy a house and save for her children.

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Amanda Hughes, 42, from Gwinn, Michigan, won $500,000 after a store clerk recommended a different scratch-off ticket when her preferred game was sold out.

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Runaway Pet Zebra Airlifted to Safety After Week-Long Tennessee Adventure

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During his escapade, Ed became an internet sensation, with videos of him trotting through neighborhoods and humorous memes depicting him dining at local eateries. His antics captivated the online community, blending wildlife with suburban life.

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Pet zebra Ed escapes in Tennessee, gallops along Interstate 24, causing traffic chaos, and evades capture for over a week before being airlifted to safety.

Wiltshire Firefighters Grill Piglets They Heroically Saved, Then Eat Them

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After the barn fire, Rachel Rivers promised the Pewsey fire crew sausages once the piglets had lived out their swine destinies. The delivery, six months later, prompted a barbecue and a wry Facebook post: “Exactly six months and one day since we rescued 18 piglets—we got to sample the fruits of our labours.” PETA countered with vegan sausages, but the image of firefighters flipping rescued pork on the grill remains unforgettable.

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Wiltshire firefighters rescue 18 piglets from barn blaze, then six months later grill and eat the very sausages made from them—“saved their bacon, then ate it” in a surreal twist.

Boil in the Bag Cremation Turns Remains Into Sterile Liquid and Bone Powder

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Instead of gas and flames, this water cremation uses heated potassium hydroxide to break down the body, releasing just 28kg CO2—far less than fire cremations. The resulting bone powder is returned in an urn, while the liquid vanishes down the drain. “Mixing up my loved one with poo in the sewer” sums up some reactions.

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Boil in the Bag cremation dissolves bodies in UK water funerals, erasing all DNA in 4 hours and leaving only bone powder—critics call it “clams, but weirder.”

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Uri Geller Claims Mind-Powered GPS Sabotage Stalls Greta Thunberg’s Gaza Ship

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After Geller’s declaration, Madleen’s activists—still 24 nautical miles from Gaza—insisted their GPS woes were sabotage, not psychic spectacle. Search interest in “Greta Thunberg ship Gaza GPS” soared as Geller tweeted, “I will use my mind power to mess with your boat.” The result: one navigation system, zero spoons harmed.

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Uri Geller claims responsibility for Greta Thunberg ship’s GPS failure near Gaza, boasting his “mind power” stalled the vessel, as activists accuse Israel just hours before arrival.

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Sri Lanka Monkey Survey Derailed as Farmers Inflate Primates, Peacock Counts

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Officials launched the nationwide nuisance wildlife survey hoping for clarity, but instead found 'unusually high' animal tallies, including one village counting more peacocks than people. The phrase 'monkey business' became literal as the government reviews the data to avoid a statistical stampede.

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Sri Lanka monkey survey stalls after farmers report wild boar and peacock numbers topping 9,000, prompting officials to review data and quote: 'unbelievable problem.'

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Garbage Collectors in Kibera Embrace Bitcoin, Transforming Local Economy

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Many locals, like garbage collector Damiano Magak, report preferring Bitcoin for its low fees and perceived safety, with some holding up to 80% of their net worth in the volatile asset. Although some merchants appreciate the lack of transaction fees and speed, fintech experts, like Ali Hussein Kassim, caution against high exposure to such an unstable, unregulated currency. Kassim warns that this could disproportionately impact vulnerable populations, potentially worsening their financial insecurity.

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In Nairobi's Kibera slum, garbage collectors are adopting Bitcoin, turning waste into digital wealth and reshaping the local economy.

Tracy Kiss Spends £120k to Ditch Barbie Look, Rejoin Her Kids’ World

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No longer the ‘unrecognisable Barbie doll’ on Instagram, Tracy’s dramatic reversal began in August with a £4,500 breast reduction in Turkey and a vow to never touch Botox again. Search traffic booms as curious fans ask, “Why did Tracy Kiss reverse all her surgeries?” She now wakes up less plastic, more parent, rolling out of bed ready for the school run with a face that finally moves.

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Tracy Kiss spends £120k reversing surgeries to abandon Barbie mum image. After 5 augmentations and 1.2M Instagram fans, she returns to her kids’ world, earning real smiles.

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Monster Burrito Defeated: Katina Eats Kilos Conquers 8-lb Arkansas Challenge

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Katina’s battle with the Arkansas Monster Burrito wasn’t just about size; the chilli Colorado sauce, with its sly, slow burn, nearly derailed her. The viral food challenge, known for “monster burrito Arkansas” search hype, ended with Katina’s lips on fire and queso-induced triumph. Somewhere, a T-shirt gasped in awe.

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Monster Burrito, Katina Eats Kilos, and 8-lb Arkansas behemoth collide as she demolishes a 32-inch food challenge in 29 minutes, lips on fire, victory assured.

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Harrods' £12 Lasagne: TikTok Review Sparks Debate

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While Laura rated the lasagne a '10 out of 10,' some viewers questioned the cost, especially when supermarket alternatives are available for a fraction of the price. One commenter suggested trying a similar dish from M&S for £10.50, highlighting the ongoing debate over luxury food pricing.

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Harrods' £12 lasagne, reviewed by TikToker Laura Khoshaba, garners praise for portion size and taste, yet its price ignites online debate over value.

Spanish Pilgrims Ride Horses 8,000km to Mecca, Retrace Forgotten Haj Route

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No living soul had hoofed this route to the Great Mosque since 1491, but the trio’s seven-month equestrian odyssey spanned 10 countries and countless cups of tea. “We had crossed so many kilometres to be there and Allah had replied to our wish,” said Harkassi, as horses eyed the nearest patch of shade.

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Spanish pilgrims on horseback cover 8,000km in 7 months, braving snow and rain to Mecca. The trio revive a 15th-century haj route not taken in over 500 years.

Monopoly's Hidden Auction Rule Speeds Up Gameplay

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Implementing the auction rule can reduce the game's length from several hours to approximately 60–90 minutes, as properties are acquired more swiftly, preventing prolonged sessions where players repeatedly land on unowned spaces without transactions.

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Monopoly's little-known auction rule, requiring unpurchased properties to be auctioned, can significantly shorten game duration and enhance strategy.

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Diver Befriends Giant Manta Ray, Inspires Conservation Film

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Kennedy's interactions with Willy, including rides through underwater volcanic peaks and assistance in locating abandoned nets, highlight the intelligence and social nature of manta rays. The documentary aims to inspire a new generation to appreciate and protect ocean life.

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Diver Terry Kennedy's bond with a giant Pacific manta ray named Willy off Baja California's coast transforms him from hunter to conservationist, inspiring 'The Last Dive' documentary.