Plas Johnson, the saxophonist whose playing defined Henry Mancini's iconic "Pink Panther" theme, has died at 94. His memorable solo was improvised live in the recording studio. Johnson also worked as a session musician backing Frank Sinatra and Barbra Streisand throughout his career.
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Emirates has decided not to accept the ten earliest Boeing 777X aircraft built for the airline. The main reason is the high cost of bringing the older jets up to current technical standards. Years of delays in the 777X programme form the broader backdrop to the decision.
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Crypto exchange HTX is systematically rotating wallets to avoid detection by UK sanctions-screening systems, according to a TRM Labs report. UK authorities sanctioned HTX in May over its alleged role in helping Russia evade Western restrictions. The wallet-rotation method makes it harder for regulators to track transactions and enforce the sanctions.
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Hard evidence has emerged that the next iPhone will feature multiple separate batteries rather than a single cell. The multi-battery design is expected to improve energy management and extend the device's battery life. This would represent one of the most significant hardware changes in iPhone history.
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The US State Department announced on Tuesday that a humanitarian aid shipment worth $60 million had been sent to Cuba. The cargo includes food and personal hygiene products. The aid is intended to reach needy families directly, bypassing intermediaries.
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Neo Make Up's Intense Serum Tinted BB Glow is a lightweight tinted cream enriched with niacinamide, aloe vera, panthenol, allantoin and vitamin E. It offers medium coverage that evens out skin tone and leaves a creamy, glowing finish without a heavy makeup look. The formula is closer to a skincare-hybrid tint than a traditional foundation.
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Barcelona forward Ferran Torres scored just one goal at the World Cup, yet it was enough to make him a Spanish football legend. He is already being compared to Andrรฉs Iniesta on the Iberian Peninsula. On TikTok, a viral trend started by a content creator turned Torres into a genuine cultural phenomenon, especially among young female fans.
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Physicist and Wolfram Alpha creator Stephen Wolfram argues that the universe's complexity emerges from simple computational rules, much like biological complexity arises from evolution. He proposes that nature is neither random nor engineered, but governed by a principle he calls "computational irreducibility." The same rule that shapes living tissue and organisms is, he claims, a fundamental property of computation itself.
Poland's Chief Sanitary Inspectorate (GIS) has ordered a batch of pork ham sold at Carrefour to be withdrawn from sale after tests detected bacteria capable of causing listeriosis. The supermarket chain has issued a public warning to customers. Listeriosis is a serious infectious disease that can be life-threatening, especially for vulnerable groups.
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A new study found that a single dose of psilocybin produced measurable changes in brain activity and possible structural changes lasting up to one month. Participants who showed the greatest increase in flexible, varied brain activity also reported more personal insight and subsequent improvements in well-being. Researchers suggest the psychedelic experience may help break entrenched thought patterns.
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President Donald Trump plans to attend the dignified transfer of four U.S. service members recently killed in the Middle East. The dignified transfer is a solemn military ceremony honouring fallen troops as their remains return to American soil.
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Lucky tourists on Liverpool's acclaimed Beatles Magical Mystery Tour got a surprise this week when Paul McCartney joined them via FaceTime and connected them with Ringo Starr during the call. The impromptu appearance has been hailed as the cameo of the year by fans and media alike.
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A lavender plantation in Szczawnica in the Pieniny mountains is the highest-altitude such farm in Poland. The blooming fields evoke the atmosphere of Provence, with a backdrop of the Pieniny peaks. The picturesque Maลopolska destination is recommended as a weekend trip.
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Nintendo has released a seven-minute overview trailer for Splatoon Raiders ahead of the game's imminent launch. While primarily a single-player title, Raiders supports both local and online multiplayer. The trailer showcases the mysterious Spirhalite Islands and includes details on compatible amiibo figures.
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so 2027 huh, guess they're not rushing
on: LGBTQ Indie Dramedy 'Actual Nobodies' Set for Early 2027 Release
Join the discussionA Michelin-starred restaurateur in South Korea faces jail after officials found the establishment used approximately 49,000 ants as garnishes in various dishes over four years. Authorities say the practice violated food safety regulations. The case has drawn international attention to the use of insects in fine dining.
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The MINI Cooper SE Paul Smith Edition is a special electric version of the Cooper SE created in collaboration with British fashion designer Paul Smith. It features a unique exterior and interior design and greets the driver with a "Hello" message on the display. The reviewer calls it one of the rare special editions that genuinely impresses.
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Joe Abercrombie's First Law trilogy is highlighted as an underrated fantasy masterpiece capable of hooking readers within just 10 pages. While the genre boasts celebrated titles like The Lord of the Rings and the Stormlight Archive, Abercrombie's series has been largely overlooked. It combines a dark tone, vivid characters and surprising plot twists.
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Multiple NBA franchises have paused key free-agency moves while waiting for LeBron James to decide his next team, according to the New York Post. Even the Los Angeles Lakers are said to be in a holding pattern. The uncertainty has effectively frozen the league's transfer market.
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Taiwan's Wistron Corporation has opened its first US facility in Fort Worth, Texas, set to supply Nvidia with AI superchips. The announcement triggered a sharp surge in Wistron's share price on the Taiwan stock exchange. The plant marks a significant step in the expansion of AI chip manufacturing on American soil.
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US President Donald Trump is reportedly backing FIFA president Gianni Infantino to become the next UN Secretary-General, according to the New York Post. Trump believes the 56-year-old Swiss official commands global respect and has the ability to unite people. Current Secretary-General Antรณnio Guterres's term expires in 2026.
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US military operations against Iran have so far cost approximately $37.7 billion, according to Pentagon figures. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is pressing Congress for an additional $68 billion, arguing the funds are urgently needed. Hegseth also suggested Iran may be receiving military backing from Russia and China.
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A Gallup and West Health survey of more than 2,000 employed Americans found that nearly 24% stay in jobs they dislike solely to keep their health insurance โ up sharply from 16% in 2021. The phenomenon, called "job lock," limits career mobility and discourages entrepreneurship, according to economists.
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