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TL;DR Julia Wandelt, 24, has been convicted of harassing Kate and Gerry McCann, the parents of missing child Madeleine McCann, but was cleared of stalking charges. The trial judge imposed a restraining order against Wandelt due to the significant risk of future harassment, although she has already served more than the maximum six-month sentence while on remand. Wandelt’s claims about being Madeleine were rejected after a DNA test, and she caused distress to the McCanns, contacting them over 60 times in one day. Woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann found guilty of harassing missing toddler’s parents | UK News…

Cliff Notes – The Celebrity Traitors breaks staggering record with ‘astonishing’ finale The final episode of Celebrity Traitors attracted an average of 11.1 million viewers, peaking at 12 million, making it the most-watched show of the year so far. Comedian Alan Carr, the last remaining Traitor, won £87,500 for his chosen charity, Neuroblastoma UK, after successfully deceiving fellow contestants. Viewers praised the finale as the best ever, with many calling for Carr to receive a knighthood for his contributions to Entertainment. The BBC has announced Celebrity Traitors has broken a massive record, hugely popular in an age when TV is…

Gen Z grew up very online, but many say they’re tired of constantly reaching for their phones while their attention spans shrink. To combat their distractibility, they’re now learning to sit with boredom — or, as they call it, “rawdogging,” doing nothing. (Unless you want to explain what rawdogging means, maybe don’t send this story to your grandma.) On TikTok, there are countless videos of teens and 20-somethings sharing their “rawdogging marathon” experiences: Doing nothing, with nary a phone in sight. (Well, unless you count the one filming them.) Some Gen Z-ers are rawdogging walks (no music or podcasts, and…

Cliff Notes – Belarus trains school kids for ‘hot’ war to defend Lukashenko. The Belarusian government is militarising children as a means to secure the regime’s longevity, amid a shortage of personnel in security forces and potential conflict with Russia. Over 35,000 schoolchildren participate in military training annually, engaging in war games designed to desensitise them to violence and foster loyalty to the state. Critics assert this campaign undermines the education system and violates children’s rights, replacing humanistic values with militaristic ideologies. Belarus trains school kids for ‘hot’ war to defend Lukashenko. It is 4 o’clock in the morning. There…

Cliff Notes – Flight cuts across US amid longest gov’t shutdown in history The FAA’s order to cut domestic flight operations by up to 10% at 40 major airports aims to address safety concerns stemming from the ongoing government shutdown, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers with minimal notice. Major airlines including Delta, American Airlines, and United are implementing significant flight cancellations, with Delta alone cutting around 170 flights immediately as a precautionary measure. Aviation expert Michael Baiada notes that while the situation is challenging, the system is still considered safe, likening it to disruptions caused by severe weather. Flight…

Cliff Notes – Leny Yoro: No regrets at choosing Man United over Real Madrid Leny Yoro expressed no regrets about opting for Manchester United over Real Madrid, despite a challenging first season at Old Trafford. The 19-year-old believes he made the right choice and has confidence in the club’s long-term project under coach Ruben Amorim. Yoro acknowledges the difficulties of his debut season but remains optimistic about his future and the club’s direction. Leny Yoro: No regrets at choosing Man United over Real Madrid Leny Yoro has said he has no regrets about rejecting the chance to sign for Real…

TL;DR – A pretence to boost share prices? The UK’s Online Safety Act aims to enhance internet safety but raises concerns over potential suppression of political speech and the policing of extreme views. Ofcom’s enforcement of the Act allows for regulation of illegal content but does not require platforms to maintain political balance in user-generated posts. The influence of social media algorithms on content visibility is creating tensions between free speech and the control wielded by platform owners, impacting public discourse. How the world’s richest man is boosting the British far right | UK News Elon Musk is set to…

Cliff Notes Lawmakers are cautiously optimistic about a potential resolution to the 37-day government shutdown, with bipartisan discussions indicating a possible thaw in negotiations. republicans are proposing a longer temporary spending bill, but require Democratic support to overcome a filibuster, while democrats remain divided on their demands. Concerns over the impact of the shutdown on federal workers and essential services, such as aviation and healthcare, are intensifying as both parties seek a way forward. 37-day government shutdown sees bipartisan efforts for breakthrough deal . NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! “Now this is not the end. It is…

Cliff Notes – Celebrity Traitors star gave Jonathan Ross perspective during ‘horrible’ experience Jonathan Ross described his time on Celebrity Traitors as ‘horrible at times’, highlighting the emotional toll of lying to fellow contestants and the pressure of backstabbing. While Ross and Alan Carr found the experience challenging, Cat Burns managed to maintain perspective, viewing it simply as a game. Despite the difficulties, Ross expressed gratitude for the opportunity, praising the camaraderie among contestants and the overall enjoyment of the show. Celebrity Traitors star gave Jonathan Ross perspective during ‘horrible’ experience Jonathan Ross has admitted Celebrity Traitors was ‘horrible at…

Cliff Notes – England and Australia Ashes squads compared: who comes out on top England’s top order boasts a strong partnership with Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett, while Australia’s batting line-up faces uncertainty, particularly with Usman Khawaja’s form and potential debutant Jake Weatherald. The middle order features two elite players, Joe Root and Steven Smith, with Root seeking his first century in Australia, while Smith’s experience could be pivotal for Australia. England’s bowling attack is revitalised with pace options like Jofra Archer and Mark Wood, but both teams face injury concerns, particularly in their fast-bowling departments. England and Australia Ashes…