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When their castings were confirmed, executive producers Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod said: ‘The talent of these three unique actors is wonderful to behold, and we cannot wait for the world to witness their magic together onscreen.

Bit that did not stop the ‘racist’ Harry Potter fans taking to social media and blasting the casting choice for no reason, other than he is black.

At least 95 people have died due to flash floods in Texas, with significant casualties in Kerr County, where 75 fatalities have been recorded, including 27 at a girls’ summer camp.

Cliff Notes – Ozzy Osbourne was kept in the dark about daughter Kelly’s engagement until the last moment Ozzy Osbourne was surprised by daughter Kelly’s engagement to Sid Wilson, which took place backstage at his final concert in Birmingham. Sid Wilson had sought Sharon Osbourne’s permission to propose months prior but kept the news from Ozzy until the moment of the proposal. Ozzy Osbourne was kept in the dark about daughter Kelly’s engagement until last moment Ozzy Osbourne had no idea his daughter, Kelly, was getting engaged… until it happened (Picture: Gabriel Olsen/FilmMagic) Sharon Osbourne has opened up about husband…

Donald Trump is imposing new trade tariffs starting from 1 August, applying rates of up to 40% on goods from countries including Japan, South Korea, and South Africa, among others.

Cliff Notes – Melbourne Renegades sign Jason Behrendorff in first BBL free agency move Jason Behrendorff has signed a three-year deal with Melbourne Renegades, becoming the first major free agent in the BBL’s new player movement window after Perth Scorchers did not offer him a contract. The left-arm seamer, who has won four BBL titles with the Scorchers, was the competition’s leading wicket-taker last season, with 17 wickets at an economy rate of 7.55. Behrendorff expressed his emotional departure from the Scorchers, stating he had hoped to finish his career with the club, but is excited about the new chapter…

In a dramatic race at Silverstone, chaos reigned supreme as Nico Hülkenberg clinched a remarkable podium finish, while Formula 1’s biggest names grappled with unexpected twists and turns.  The race’s key moments, including escalating tensions surrounding Oscar Piastri’s controversial penalties and Max Verstappen’s uncharacteristic spin. Hülkenberg’s ‘Incredible’ Podium Nico Hülkenberg’s surprise podium finish has been hailed as a testament to his perseverance and talent. The Sauber driver capitalised on the misfortunes of others, showcasing resilience in a race filled with unexpected events. His performance has sparked conversations about future opportunities within the Formula 1 landscape. Piastri’s Controversial Penalty The incident…

Cliff Notes The Tony Blair Institute has categorically rejected claims of involvement in a project to develop Gaza post-conflict, which was incorrectly attributed to its staffers. The initiative, referred to as the “Gaza Riviera,” was presented by an Israeli businessman and included controversial proposals such as the relocation of half a million Palestinians, which TBI disavows. TBI maintains that its staff’s participation in discussions does not imply endorsement, emphasising that the final project slide deck is not their work. Israel-Gaza live: Trump to meet Netanyahu and discuss ‘permanent deal’ with Iran President Trump is set to meet Israeli PM Netanyahu…

Cliff Notes – Black Sabbath’s Back to the Beginning was monumental but I left disappointed The concert featured a star-studded line-up, showcasing over 14 bands and 10 hours of live music, yet only two women performed throughout the event. Despite the celebration of Black Sabbath’s legacy, the absence of more female artists highlighted ongoing gender disparities in the heavy metal genre. The event underscored the need for greater representation of women in rock and metal, as many talented female artists remain overlooked in mainstream line-ups. Black Sabbath’s Back to the Beginning was monumental – but I left disappointed As I…

Former Russian transport minister Roman Starovoit was found dead in his car from a gunshot wound shortly after being dismissed by President Putin.

(Friday 11 July 2025) – The US President has issued new steep tariffs on 14 countries, including Brazil, fueling fears of more trade wars over the summer.

Elon Musk has been in the news this week as he revealed his plans to start his own political party.

Earlier in the week, Trump had announced a delay to his tariff plans as he appeared to push for a global trade deal, but did threaten an extra 10% tariff on any country siding with the policies of the BRICS alliance.

As of Friday, 120 people are confirmed dead from the Texas floods, and at least 150 remain missing. Following the massive floods, more rain arrived, hampering rescue efforts.