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Iran sets steep demands to reopen Hormuz despite hopes Oman deal could break impasse

Tehran has vowed not to reopen the critical shipping lane “until America corrects its behavior,” despite a looming agreement with Oman reported to have been close for days.

NBC News - Entertainment - 29 minutes ago

Prince William still 'wary' of Prince Harry despite King Charles reunion

Daily Express - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Unlikely royal 'taking different approach' as others urged to 'use them as template' -- The royal is very popular despite not carrying out royal duties.

Daily Express - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

I've succeeded because of my public school education, not despite it

Parents are turning away from public schools. But they’re misguided.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 2 hours ago

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor due to receive royal ceremonial funeral despite downfall under plans blasted by Epstein victims

Daily Mail - Opinion - 2 hours ago

Millions 'are being denied' access to non-pharmaceutical help in quitting smoking -- Access to non-pharmacutical services that help people to quit smoking is patchy, despite NICE...

Daily Express - Health - 2 hours ago

Fresh doubts over Lewis Hamilton's F1 dream even though Ferrari are 'really being smart' -- EXCLUSIVE - Lewis Hamilton's title chances are being doubted despite his strong Ferrari recovery.

Daily Express - Sports - 4 hours ago

Man fathered baby despite never being born due to astonishing rare syndrome

Daily Express - Opinion - 5 hours ago

Man fathered baby despite never being born due to astonishing rare syndrome -- A man managed to father a baby even though he was never born.

Daily Express - Science - 5 hours ago

McNally grateful for Filipino support despite Eala defeat

Manila Times - Sports - 6 hours ago

Embattled MAGA congressman accused of withholding his two-year-old daughter's favorite blue bunny refuses to drop out of race despite overwhelming pressure

Daily Mail - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

USPS Posts $2.5 Billion Quarterly Loss Despite Revenue Growth

USPS continues to face a ‘severe liquidity crisis,’ said the postmaster general.

Epoch Times - US News - 10 hours ago

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor due to receive royal ceremonial funeral despite downfall under plans blasted by Epstein victims as 'embarrassment to the Crown'

Daily Mail - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Oil Traders Stay Bearish Despite Deepening Middle East Disruptions

OilPrice.com - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Families outraged as girls had to play alleged trans athlete despite rule banning males

Fox News - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Why Some BC Farmers Stay to Fight, Despite Wildfire Evacuation Orders

Epoch Times - World - 17 hours ago

Washington hits pause on Crypto despite $225 Million pressure campaign

ALBAWABA - A major U.S. measure to establish up a comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies and electronic assets has been held up in the

Albawaba - Business - 17 hours ago

Senate Confirms Todd Blanche As Attorney General Despite All His Corruption

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Why some B.C. farmers stay to fight, despite wildfire evacuation orders

When Tom Davison’s son-in-law invested in firefighting equipment for their orchard near Vernon, B.C., after a wildfire swept past in 2021, Davison wasn’t sure the hoses would get much use.

CTV News - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Country star claims brazen male celebrity slid into her DMs despite the fact he was MARRIED

Daily Mail - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Todd Blanche Confirmed as U.S. Attorney General Despite Opposition from Some Republicans

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche was finally confirmed early Saturday to lead the U.S. Department of Justice.

Breitbart - Politics - 21 hours ago

Trump's ex-lawyer Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as US attorney general -- The vote cements Trump's former criminal defence lawyer as the nation's top law enforcement official despite a rare pushback from some Republicans.

Republican Senator Bill Cassidy was the deciding vote after a lengthy stand-off.

BBC News - World - 22 hours ago

Pezeshkian: Iran Stands Strong Despite Pressure

Tehran Times - Top Stories - 23 hours ago

US Senate narrowly backs Trump's ally Blanche despite opposition

The U.S. Senate on Saturday confirmed President Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer, Todd Blanche, as attorney general, despite opposition from...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Why NBFC gold loans are growing nearly 70% despite tighter RBI regulations

Times of India - Business - 1 day ago

England could still boycott World Cup despite Gianni Infantino axing controversial plan

Daily Express - Sports - 1 day ago

How North Korea amassed $22 billion despite sanctions

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Los Angeles Times - Business - 1 day ago

Rinehart's Hancock slams 'dehumanising' ABC skit despite apology

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 1 day ago

CPS moves further from funding adequacy despite getting more state dollars

The news will immediately bolster growing calls for the state to give the city’s school district more money. CPS faced a $732 million deficit this year, and just last week, the school board approved a budget that included hundreds of staff cuts in central office and classrooms.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump renews bid to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook despite supreme court ruling

Guardian UK - Business - 1 day ago

early and often -- Trump's Birthright-Citizenship Obsession Lives On -- Ed Kilgore -- Despite losing at the Supreme Court, Trump and Miller want to make it clear to MAGA voters they'll never give up on restricting legal immigration.

Despite losing at the Supreme Court, Trump and Miller want to make it clear to MAGA voters they’ll never give up on restricting legal immigration.

New York Magazine - US News - 1 day ago

Anti-Muslim Congressman Ogles loses Republican primary despite Trump backing

Tehran Times - World - 1 day ago

Trump moving forward with attempt to fire Cook despite Supreme Court ruling

Tulsa World - US News - 1 day ago

early and often -- Trump's Grip on GOP Slips Again With Tennessee Loss -- Ed Kilgore -- A Republican gerrymander accidentally took down the fiery Islamophobe Andy Ogles, despite Trump's backing. Marsha Blackburn was luckier.

A Republican gerrymander accidentally took down the fiery Islamophobe Andy Ogles, despite Trump’s backing. Marsha Blackburn was luckier.

New York Magazine - US News - 1 day ago

Martha Stewart boasts that prison gave her 'street cred'... despite criticism over cushy stint in low-security facility dubbed 'Camp Cupcake'

Daily Mail - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Amanda Knox comedy show to go ahead despite Edinburgh Fringe backlash

International The News - World - 1 day ago

America's priciest ZIP code just changed coasts despite huge tax burden

Atherton, California, reclaims America's priciest ZIP code from Fisher Island as tech buyers trade tax savings for proximity to AI deal-making networks.

Fox News - Business - 1 day ago

Soccer -- UEFA keeps World Cup boycott threat despite FIFA apology for sale plan -- UEFA is holding on to its threat of a World Cup boycott, despite apologies from FIFA and Gianni Infantino for plans to sell stakes of the tournament.

UPI - Sports - 1 day ago

China's exports slow slightly in July despite robust demand for high-tech products

China’s exports slowed slightly in July from the month before but still were higher than forecast thanks to strong demand for high-tech electronics and vehicles.

CTV News - Business - 2 days ago

Trump signs orders to limit US birthright citizenship, despite Supreme Court ruling

Dawn - World - 2 days ago

Sueños DJ, husband detained by immigration agents at Midway Airport despite pending asylum case

The DJ — whose name is Omar David Panqueva — and his husband have a pending asylum case, according to their lawyer. Paez’s sister urged people to avoid airports and wrote that the support and “how much people are caring” was “one of the things keeping them strong.”

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

White House considering order targeting vaccines and autism despite advisers' warnings

Apple Valley News Now - Health - 2 days ago

US says rich-poor gap closing despite soaring living costs

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said the rich-poor gap is closing, while economic data paints a more mixed picture

Russia Today - Business - 2 days ago

UEFA says World Cup boycott threat remains despite FIFA U-turn

European football's governing body is retaining its threat to boycott World Cups despite FIFA apologizing for its failed plan to open up its...

Daily Sabah - Sports - 2 days ago

Antonio Felix Da Costa has no regrets over Porsche exit despite Alpine uncertainty

Times of India - Sports - 2 days ago

FTSE 100 closes down despite strong results from WPP and Diageo

Evening Standard - Business - 2 days ago

House GOP launches probe into 5 major labor unions over Dem spending despite MAGA membership base

Fox News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Uefa maintains that World Cup boycott still stands despite Gianni Infantino's apology

European body says Fifa statement ‘changes nothing’ and ‘conditions not met’ to call off boycott of competitions

Irish Times - Sports - 2 days ago

Senate panel votes to hold Fauci in contempt despite Democrats' attempts to delay

The Baltimore Sun - US News - 2 days ago

Vancouver tourism is healthy despite slower growth

The Columbian - Business - 2 days ago

Turkish auto industry sets new export record despite global woes

The Turkish automotive industry continued to be a strong driver of the country's exports in the first seven months of the year, posting a fresh record...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Quote of the Day by Haruki Murakami, "Despite your best efforts, people are going to be hurt when ...."

Times of India - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Netanyahu rules out Gaza withdrawal until Hamas disarms - Benjamin Netanyahu has pushed back against a US-backed Gaza deal, saying Israel will not withdraw from the territory until Hamas has completely disarmed, despite Washington's efforts to advance a ceasefire. 04/08/2026

Benjamin Netanyahu has pushed back against a US-backed Gaza deal, saying Israel will not withdraw from the territory until Hamas has completely disarmed, despite Washington's efforts to advance a ceasefire.

Euronews - World - 3 days ago

Persimmon improves completion guidance despite 'challenging' housing market

Evening Standard - Business - 3 days ago

WHO urges more support to tackle Ebola outbreak - Despite being declared less than three months ago, the outbreak has already become the largest ever recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo. 04/08/2026

Euronews - World - 3 days ago

UFC lost $30M on White House Freedom 250 event held on Trump's birthday, despite calling it 'roaring success' -- Kayla McLean -- News

The UFC Freedom 250 event held on the White House grounds in June has been described by TKO officials as a “roaring success." But the financial numbers tell a different story.

CBC News - World - 3 days ago

Indiana Fever continue to thrive on the court despite constant barrage of off-court distractions

The Baltimore Sun - Sports - 3 days ago

Baltimore approves conduit fee hike despite regional pushback

The Baltimore Sun - Politics - 3 days ago

Ottawa won't rule out jets at Billy Bishop airport despite rejecting Ford's expansion pitch

Public opposition led to denial of Ontario plan, but ‘forever is a long time,’ Carney says in Toronto

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 3 days ago

Ousted Bangladeshi leader vows to return from exile despite facing a death sentence

NPR - World - 3 days ago

Citadel's 350 Park Avenue skyscraper moves forward despite Mamdani feud

Fox News - Business - 3 days ago

Despite Critic's Warnings, Kids Online Safety Act Advances to Senate for Full Vote -- Matt Novak

Gizmodo - Technology - 3 days ago

Why SpaceX stock is falling despite strong revenue growth -- Investors are focused on whether SpaceX will be able to deliver on its ambitious artificial intelligence agenda.

Investors are focused on whether SpaceX will be able to deliver on its ambitious artificial intelligence agenda.

CBS News - Technology - 3 days ago

A rare glimpse into Tibet, where some hope to preserve language and customs despite China's new law

New York Daily News - World - 3 days ago

Pakistan's ruling party leads in Kashmir vote despite boycott call by banned group

NPR - World - 3 days ago

College students' use of AI has surged — despite boos at graduation ceremonies

New York Post - Technology - 4 days ago

San Diego State, despite depleted numbers for summer basketball workouts, not expected to chase fifth-year players

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Sports - 4 days ago

EXCLUSIVE -- Alice Evans and Ioan Gruffudd's bitter divorce is over: Judge rules that actor must increase maintenance payments despite 'online harassment' campaign

Daily Mail - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Ariana Grande insists break was 'planned for a long time' despite canceling West End theater show as she talks about 'setting boundaries'

Daily Mail - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Mixed-use condo project OK'd despite parking concerns in Carlsbad Village

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Business - 5 days ago

'Return to Office' declared dead -- Remote work is here to stay despite in-person mandates, this economist says

Register UK - Business - 6 days ago

Jeremy Clarkson's 'still got it' despite 'stiff arteries' after health scare -- Jeremy Clarkson made the comments as he dipped his toes back into the world of motoring for a...

Daily Express - Health - 7 days ago

DRAMA! Hamilton wins 2020 British GP despite tyre blowout

Sky News - Sports - 7 days ago

Sony raises profit forecast despite console price hikes and staff layoffs

Daily Express - Entertainment - 7 days ago

His insurer wrote off low mileage Escape despite damage that did not seem to warrant it. What gives?

Toronto Star - Top Stories - 8 days ago

The percentage of homes surviving California wildfires is dropping, despite efforts to harden them

At the turn of the century, wildfires destroyed only about 3% of the California homes they came into contact with. By 2020, the rate had risen to 18%, a new study found.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 8 days ago

Getting outside despite your 9-to-5 job can improve your mental health – here's how to spend time in nature during and around working hours -- Todd Lookingbill, University of Richmond

The Conversation - Technology - 8 days ago

Türkiye says tourism revenue still robust despite Mideast conflict

Daily Sabah - Business - 8 days ago

IRFU predicts €1m surplus despite 'significant challenges'

Irish Times - Sports - 9 days ago

Trump touted his tariffs in Michigan despite rising costs. Even some of his supporters are worried

Orlando Sentinel - Business - 9 days ago

Despite WestJet wind-down plans, a strike isn't a sure bet, but the clock is ticking - Anis Heydari - News - Business - | July 29 - |

WestJet, Canada's second-largest airline, is preparing to wind down operations before its flight attendants strike or are locked out. But an agreement to gradually halt operations doesn't mean the company is guaranteed to go through a labour dispute, as negotiations between the union and the company continue.

CBC News - Business - 10 days ago

AI-found bugs aren't proving any easier to exploit despite the hype -- VulnCheck says fewer than 2% of AI-assisted vulnerability discoveries have been weaponized, casting doubt on claims frontier models are handing attackers a major advantage

Register UK - Technology - 10 days ago

The Federal Reserve is expected to keep rates unchanged for now despite high prices

One America News Network - Top Stories - 10 days ago

Daily Inspiration: Jim Abbott pitched 10 successful MLB seasons despite being born without a right hand, proving no physical limitation can stop greatness

Times of India - Sports - 10 days ago

Iran publicly executes two Isfahan protesters despite UN calls to stop - Two protesters were publicly executed in Isfahan on Tuesday morning, bringing the total to four deaths out of 12 sentenced in the same case, after UN experts slammed coerced confessions and closed trials. 28/07/2026

Euronews - World - 11 days ago

Trump prepares for high-stakes talks with Zelenskyy and Netanyahu - The meetings will showcase Washington's foreign policy balancing act as it tries to broker peace in Ukraine, despite being the instigator of military action in the Middle East. 28/07/2026

Euronews - World - 11 days ago

'New darting superstar' | Coates wins maiden ProTour title despite not holding PDC Tour Card!

Sky News - Sports - 11 days ago

Denver Summit FC falls to NWSL-leading Washington Spirit despite strong defensive effort

The Denver Post - Sports - 13 days ago

London's mayor says falling crime shows the city is safe despite alarming online claims

Independent UK - US News - 16 days ago

ICE should keep making traffic stops despite recent shootings, Trump says

ICE’s enforcement tactics are coming under renewed criticism after three people died during encounters with federal officers within roughly a week.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 17 days ago

FDA still focused on lettuce supplier as source of parasite, despite faulty test result

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Health - 19 days ago

Trump vows Netanyahu won't be arrested in NYC despite Mamdani threat

New York Daily News - Politics - 19 days ago

Despite FIFA's best efforts, this World Cup was one to celebrate

New York Daily News - Top Stories - 19 days ago

NASA says Artemis III remains on track despite Blue Origin setback

NASA remains on track for next year's ⁠Artemis III mission, a key test of ⁠orbital docking and lunar landers needed for future crewed moon...

Daily Sabah - Science - 19 days ago

Violence Repeatedly Erupts at Dementia Care Facilities Despite Warnings, Inspections Show

Kaiser Health News - Health - 20 days ago

Argentina fans spark wild World Cup scenes in New York as thousands take over Times Square - despite flash floods

Daily Mail - Sports - 21 days ago

Virginia tops charts for job losses despite reputation as good for business

Washington Examiner - Business - 23 days ago

Lindsey Graham had low wealth despite spending 30 years in Congress

Albawaba - Business - 25 days ago

Excel competition goes extreme, makes spreadsheet geeks compete from the street -- Defending world champ Diarmuid Early wins again despite being forced to solve puzzles outdoors

Register UK - Technology - 26 days ago

Despite algal blooms, Monterey Bay marine mammals hanging in there

The Mercury News - Science - 1 month ago

Chicago Bears get OK to keep billboard in Arlington Heights despite stadium uncertainty

Chicago Tribune - Sports - 1 month ago

Lando Norris' NSFW rant at McLaren goes viral, driver fumes despite finishing third in the British Grand Prix 2026 sprint

Times of India - Sports - 1 month ago

Chicago rises to nearly 57 million visitors last year, despite drop in international tourism

Chicago Tribune - Entertainment - 1 month ago

Most Australian young people still on social media despite ban, study suggests

The UK is set to have a ban in place on certain social media for under-16s by spring.

Evening Standard - Technology - 1 month ago

Tools to fight hantavirus show promise despite limited funding. Now researchers hope to continue

New York Daily News - Health - 2 months ago

Despite explosion, Blue Origin CEO says New Glenn will fly before end of year

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Science - 2 months ago

Why will my state pension be more than my wife's despite us both having 35 years of contributions?

Daily Mail - Business - 2 months ago

Harry Maguire and Phil Foden are in despite Thomas Tuchel's omission but there is no place for an Arsenal title-winner - so, who makes Daily Mail Sport readers' England World Cup squad?

Daily Mail - Sports - 2 months ago

Myanmar journalists across borders remain dedicated to truth despite risks

Global Voices - Top Stories - 2 months ago

Buea, Cameroon is facing recurring floods despite a lack of rain

Global Voices - Top Stories - 3 months ago

Early F-4s in Southeast Asia were painted gray, but by 1966, they were camouflaged like the Phantom at the bottom of the photograph. The F-4, despite its faults, was a vital instrument in the American air-war against North Vietnam. (U.S. Air Force photo)

Military.com - Technology - 3 months ago

Despite all the likes, literallys and dropped g's, English isn't decaying before our eyes -- Valerie M. Fridland, University of Nevada, Reno

The Conversation - Entertainment - 3 months ago

Clear market uncertainty despite latest Trump attempt to soothe concerns

Sky News - Business - 4 months ago

iPhone 18 Pro price leak hints at no hike: Everything you need to know -- Analysts suggest Apple may hold iPhone 18 Pro prices steady despite rising component costs, with upgrades in performance, display and camera expected ahead of its September launch. Here is how much the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro may cost you.

First Post - Technology - 4 months ago

Spring Breakers Determined To Vacation Despite Long Lines At Airport

Inside Edition caught up with spring breakers at Newark Airport and it seemed nothing was stopping them from getting away, even the prospect of endless lines at security.

Inside Edition - US News - 4 months ago

Police Have 'Not Identified a Suspect' in Nancy Guthrie's Disappearance, Despite Reports

Police have "not identified a suspect" in the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mom Nancy Guthrie, a Pima County Sheriff's spokesperson tells PEOPLE. Despite reports of potential suspects or arrest, authorities are still searching for leads nearly 72 hours after Nancy was first reported missing from her Arizona home.

People - Entertainment - 6 months ago

Seen -- Join host Yumi Stynes for Seen, a new SBS podcast about cultural creatives who have risen to excellence despite a role-model vacuum.

SBS - Top Stories - 6 months ago

Ukraine military aid holds at $45 billion this year, despite US drawdown

Euractiv - Politics - 7 months ago

Utah Leaders Are Hindering Efforts to Develop Solar Despite a Goal to Double the State's Energy Supply

ProPublica - Environment - 7 months ago

Market close: NZ market flat despite US bounce

NZ Herald - Business - 8 months ago

Mocka eyes first physical store in New Zealand despite Ikea's arrival

NZ Herald - Business - 8 months ago

Do You Really Need This New Omicron Booster? Here's What Experts Say.

BuzzFeed News - Science - 3 years ago