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Ukraine anti-corruption probes close in on Volodymyr Zelenskyy's inner circle

Zelenskyy himself has not been a suspect in any of the probes launched so far, but the growing list of people close to him under investigation is quickly becoming a political liability.

Euronews

Before Greek myths reached the multiplex, they were weapons of political satire

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has brought Homer’s epic tale back to the big screen. The film is the latest retelling of a story that is almost 3,000 years old. But why do these ancient Greek stories continue to captivate new generations?

The Conversation

Molly Mae Hague reveals Midas will be her ‘last child’ as she shares motherhood struggle

Molly-Mae Hague has revealed that Midas will be her “last child” as she shares her struggles with motherhood.

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Tommy Fury claims drinking Molly-Mae’s breast milk led to body changes: ‘It was fantastic’

Boxer bizarrely suggested it increased size of arm muscles

The Independent UK

Golden era ends for Deschamps’ France as Midas touch deserts Les Bleus

France’s crushing semi-final defeat at the hands of their nemesis Spain adds a bitter endnote to Didier Deschamps’ record-setting tenure with Les Bleus. But the coach with the Midas touch will be remembered above all as the manager who led France to their second World Cup title in 2018, two…

France 24

America’s World Cup run, a state fair, the reflecting pool, the list goes on: Everything Trump touches turns to ash

Trump’s superpower is the reverse Midas touch. It’s not just the Knicks: his policy decisions and his business ventures were own goals long before the US lost an embarrassing World Cup knockout match to Belgium, writes Holly Baxter

The Independent UK

Is Nigel Farage’s luck finally running out?

IN THE ROOM: The ‘comeback kid’ has faced an onslaught of scandals in the last few weeks: houses, donations, gold bullion, and more. Ex-Whitehall insiders Helen MacNamara and Cleo Watson explain Farage’s playbook and why it might not be working anymore, as reported by Maja Anushka

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Molly Mae Hague credits ‘spanx and a lot of prayers’ for post-birth outing

She supported partner Tommy Fury at a boxing match less than two weeks after giving birth.

Evening Standard

Tommy Fury confirms baby son’s unusual name after boxing win over Eddie Hall

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The Independent UK

Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury reveal son’s name at boxing match

Fury unveiled his second child’s name as he made his return to the boxing ring

The Independent UK

Tommy Fury dedicates boxing victory to newborn son Midas

The pair welcomed the newest member of their family earlier this month alongside their daughter Bambi.

Evening Standard

Psychology says people who succeed at almost everything don’t just have luck or a Midas Touch, but these mental traits often do the trick

The psychology behind people who seem to succeed at almost everything suggests their achievements are rarely the result of luck or natural talent alone. Factors such as growth mindset, emotional intelligence, resilience, self-confidence and supportive environments often play a major role in shaping long-term success.

The Economic Times

Ted Turner built the original infinite scroll. The attention economy is running on his playbook

The CNN founder, who died May 6 at 87, designed the open-loop content model decades before Facebook's algorithm. The man with the Midas touch.

Fortune

Cummins' Midas touch as Cooperman joins IPL ton elite

Pat Cummins has inspired Hyderabad to victory with an IPL man-of-the-match display, while also enjoying a young Aussie opponent hitting a century in defeat.

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Evening Standard

Scotland has suffered nearly 7,000 days of failure under SNP, Findlay says

The Scottish Tory leader accused John Swinney’s party of having a ‘reverse Midas touch’.

The Guardian - UK

A dubious career move: how The Claudia Winkleman Show ended the presenter’s winning streak

It seems that even the Traitors host can’t save the ailing chatshow format. As her series ends, it’s hard not to feel that she never quite got out of Graham Norton’s shadow

The Times of India

Scientists discover a fungus in Western Australia that eats gold and want to take it into space

In Western Australia’s goldfields, researchers have discovered a strain of the fungus known as Fusarium oxysporum that has an actual ‘Midas touch.’ This organism has a pink colour and is capable of interacting with the mineral deposits below the ground, breaking them down into a liquid state, and ultimately growing…

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Raven Kennedy’s Midas-Inspired Fantasy Series Moves Closer to TV Adaptation

The story of King Midas is one of the most famous and horrifying Greek myths, and one that has been adapted in countless ways over the years.

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Euronews

Ukraine’s former energy minister charged with money laundering

Months after Ukraine was rocked by a major corruption investigation into the state nuclear power company Energoatom, former energy minister Herman Halushchenko was officially charged after being detained while attempting to leave the country.

The Independent UK

White House endures a year of gold leaf and wrecking balls as Trump plays decorator in chief

Don’t try telling Donald Trump that all that glitters is not gold.

LiveScience

Monumental tomb discovered in Turkey might be of royal from King Midas' kingdom

A burial mound in Turkey may have held the remains of a member of King Midas's family. But not all experts are convinced.

Euronews

Operation ‘Midas’: All you need to know about anti-corruption investigation in Ukraine

Ukraine’s ongoing anti-corruption investigation can turn into the biggest political scandal since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion as Kyiv is rushing to reassure the people and Ukraine’s western partners that the fight against corruption remains its biggest commitment.

PC Gamer

MCM Comic Con cosplayers never fail to amaze me with their outfits, and hopefully next year my inspiration manifests into my own weekend pass

All it takes is a little push.

LiveScience

2,700-year-old temple with 'sacred cave' discovered in Turkey — and it may honor the 'mother goddess'

The temple may have been dedicated to a mother goddess worshipped by many cultures, including the Greeks and the Romans.

The National (Scotland)

Support for digital IDs plummets after Keir Starmer announces policy

SUPPORT for digital IDs has plummeted among the public since Keir Starmer announced a plan to introduce them.

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