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Appeals court ruling tees up Supreme Court battle for GOP-friendly Missouri map

A federal appeals court ruled that Missouri must use its 2025 congressional map for the November 2026 election, setting up another Supreme Court review. The new map gives Republicans a 7-1 House advantage, while critics argue it should be approved by referendum and the old 2022 map used. The dispute has created election administration complications as ballots and early votes have already been cast under different maps.

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Melbourne mother searched 'how to kill a child quickly' before alleged bid to murder her three kids, court hears

A Melbourne mother accused of attempting to drown her three children appeared in court for a bail hearing, where prosecutors detailed alleged disturbing searches and mental-health struggles. The court heard testimony about the alleged creek incident and the children's accounts. A bail decision is expected Wednesday.

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Dolly Parton's nephew and security chief who delivered heartbreaking announcement of singer's death is FIRED amid war over estate

Dolly Parton's nephew and longtime security chief Bryan Seaver was fired from overseeing her properties less than a month after her death, with insiders pointing to her manager and Pinnacle Bank. Seaver's camp says the move was unexplained and accused those involved of acting in bad faith to profit from Parton's legacy.

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Brigitte Bardot's personal items fetched nearly €1million at auction - while her disinherited final husband lives in a council flat

Brigitte Bardot's personal items sold for nearly €1 million at auction in Paris, far exceeding estimates. Her disinherited fourth husband, Bernard d'Ormale, condemned the sale as scandalous and disrespectful, while the foundation said the auction was approved by its board. Proceeds will go to Bardot's animal welfare foundation and her son.

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Wild details emerge after Hollywood star smuggled ‘charming liar’ boyfriend out of California as luxe life fell apart

A Hollywood actress pleaded guilty to being an accessory after the fact for helping her convicted-fraudster boyfriend flee California to Mexico. Prosecutors are seeking 18 months in prison, while the boyfriend was sentenced in absentia to 15 years and remains a fugitive. Court filings describe burner phones, paid transport, and luxury spending before the escape.

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Vet prescription fees capped under rule changes

The UK competition regulator has made binding new rules for veterinary practices, capping written prescription fees at £21 and requiring price transparency. The article reports the measures and includes criticism from independent vets who warn costs may shift to consultations, while a pet owner describes a costly misdiagnosis experience.

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Appeals court favors Trump-backed Missouri congressional map, but Supreme Court will have final say

A federal appeals panel ruled that Missouri can use a Trump-backed congressional map in November, but the Supreme Court has already blocked the map and the ruling is stayed for a week. Opponents plan an emergency appeal, while election officials say changing districts now is impractical because absentee ballots are already out. The legal fight continues over redistricting ahead of the midterms.

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