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Russell Brand Convicted of Rape, Sexual Assault
Russell Brand
— Nov 3, 2026
Russell Brand was convicted of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault involving four women, stemming from incidents between 1999 and 2009. He was acquitted of three other charges, denied the allegations, and was remanded in custody ahead of sentencing.
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WNBA Finals Set Viewership, Attendance Records
Sports
— Nov 3, 2026
The Golden State Valkyries’ title-winning Game 7 against the Atlanta Dream drew a record 3.3 million viewers, while the seven-game WNBA Finals averaged about 1.9 million viewers, the league’s best result since 1999. The series also set attendance records, and the Valkyries became the league’s best-selling champion, reflecting a surge in fan interest across the 2026 postseason.
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Judge Orders Retrial in 1999 Albuquerque Murder
World
— Oct 20, 2026
A New Mexico judge ordered a new trial for Linda Henning, ruling that she was mentally incompetent during her 2002 conviction in the 1999 killing of Girly Chew; a hearing will consider whether Henning can be released while awaiting retrial. Separately, a Tennessee judge denied Jermis Jones’ request for a new trial after his conviction and life sentence for killing Perish Tyus.
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Club Wyndham to open 1990s Christmas suite with VHS tapes and board games
Jodie Sweetin
— Nov 2, 2026
Chef Dominique Crenn has opened Petit Crenn, a French bistro serving classic dishes with a refined twist on Melbourne’s Collins Street, while Nantes’ public art, architecture and cultural history make the French city a destination for a whimsical arts-focused tour. Separately, Club Wyndham is offering a Christmas 1999-themed Holiday Rewind Suite in New York, tapping into parents’ nostalgia for 1990s holiday traditions.
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US Forces Shoot Down Iranian Attack Drones Targeting Middle Eastern Country
Jillian Butler · 2 min · 1h
The Reconciliation Walk of 1999
Good News
— FROM 1999
Christians retrace Crusades apologizing to Muslims
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Biden Argues in a 1999 Memo Against Additional Witnesses Ahead of Clinton’s Impeachment Trial
Reporting
— Jan 31, 2020
Ahead of former President Bill Clinton’s impeachment trial, Joe Biden , who was then a senator, argued against hearing additional witnesses. According to a January 1999 memo, obtained by Politico , titled “Arguments in…
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Tim McGraw Celebrates 27th New Year With Faith Hill by Sharing Sweet Post
Reporting
— Jan 1, 2024
Country singer Tim McGraw rang in the new year by sharing a photo of him and his wife celebrating in 1999. The Instagram post shows the two embracing, and he captioned it, “Happy New Year!! 1999 and still goin…
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UK sells £4.25bn gilts at highest yield since 1999
The United Kingdom
— Sep 28, 2026
Britain’s 10-year borrowing costs reached about 5.38%, their highest level since 1999, as investors demanded higher returns amid inflation concerns and heavy government debt. The rising interest bill threatens to narrow the government’s options in the upcoming budget, putting planned public spending under pressure.
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Marcus Bell
Back to 1999 levels on 10-year gilts leaves little room for new spending without tax rises.
Instagram apologizes for Creed “Higher” recommendation glitch
Entertainment
— Oct 8, 2026
Instagram told CNN Creed's 1999 hit "Higher" was recommended to more Stories than intended after weeks of users seeing it on posts of cats and dinner plates.
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Singer Sparks Fierce Fan Reaction With 'Free Palestine' Message
Singer Shawn Mendes sparked a heated debate among fans Thursday after sharing a lengthy message supporting Palestinians and calling for an end to the violence in Gaza. According to Fox News , the 28-year-old "Treat You Better" singer posted the message to his Instagram account, which has 68.4 million followers, describing the situation as a humanitarian crisis and urging people to take action. "Th
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Russell Brand rape, assault trial opens
Russell Brand
— Oct 14, 2026
Russell Brand trial opened 14 Oct 2026 at Southwark Crown Court on 7 charges—3 rape, 3 sexual assault, 1 indecent assault—involving 6 women, 1999-2009.
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Nigerian House Seeks Nationwide Audit of Recovered Assets Since 1999
Politics
— Jul 21, 2026
The Nigerian House of Representatives is pushing a comprehensive audit of assets seized or recovered by government agencies since 1999, including plans to create a digital national asset registry and an ad hoc committee to inventory, value, manage, and account for proceeds. Lawmakers say lack of centralized records and weak oversight have obscured the whereabouts and use of assets such as cash, property, shares, and vehicles, and reference the Proceeds of Crime (Recovery and Management) Act 2022 and constitutional provisions to justify enhanced transparency and accountability.
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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Actual Convicted Terrorist Might Hold Office In European Country He Plotted Against
The United Kingdom
— Feb 16, 2026
A man who was convicted of plotting a terrorist attack on a British consulate is now campaigning for public office in the UK’s second-largest city. Shahid Butt, who served time in prison for his involvement in a 1999…
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Jury selection begins in Russell Brand rape and assault trial
Russell Brand
— Oct 11, 2026
Russell Brand’s trial is beginning at Southwark Crown Court, where he faces three rape charges, three sexual assault charges and one indecent assault charge involving six women and allegations dating from 1999 to 2009. Brand has pleaded not guilty to all charges; the trial is expected to last up to 10 weeks.
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Woman Dies in Suspected Colorado Mountain Lion Attack
Colorado
— Jan 2, 2026
A woman has died after a suspected mountain lion attack in Colorado — first in the state since 1999. The attack happened Thursday, officials said, per NBC News. Hikers told officials they saw a mountain lion close to a…
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Out: Republican Dumbness. In: Democrat Dumbness. Always: Uniparty Dumbness
Seton Motley · 7 min · 1h
Ex-Satanist Who Says He Met Terrifying Satan in Hell During Out-of-Body Experience Now Devotes Life to Christ
Reporting
— Nov 24, 2023
John Ramirez said that in 1999, when he was a Satanist, God gave him an out-of-body experience he would never forget: a literal train ride to hell and a meeting with the devil. But in the 22 years since, Ramirez has…
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Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your future
Quizie
— Quiz
A to (almost) Z, one delicious decision at a time. At the end, the AI reads your feast like tea leaves and tells your fortune.
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Cold Case Solved? New Suspect Revealed 22 Years After Savage Killing of 13-Year-Old Girl
Reporting
— Dec 2, 2021
The family of 13-year-old Minerliz “Minnie” Soriano has waited 22 years for what took place on Monday, when an arrest was finally made in her cold case. Minnie went missing on Feb. 24, 1999. A very responsible and…
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Nigerian House Passes State Police Bill
Bola Ahmed Tinubu
— Jul 23, 2026
The Nigerian House of Representatives passed the constitutional amendment to establish state police, following President Tinubu’s transmitted bill, as part of strengthening the security architecture. The passage was marred by walkouts from the Minority Caucus who alleged due-process and constitutional procedure breaches, with disputes over clause-by-clause consideration and Section 9 of the 1999 Constitution.
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Mette-Marit Scrutiny Over Past, Health Issues
Mette-Marit, Crown Princess of Norway
— Aug 28, 2026
Mette-Marit rose from humble beginnings after meeting Crown Prince Haakon in 1999, enduring intense public scrutiny over her past and lifestyle before quietly cementing her role in the Nobel Norwegian monarchy. As she ascends the throne following King Harald’s death, her image is described as embattled or tarnished by revelations about her past associations and health challenges, even as she remains a transformative figure for Norway’s modern monarchy.
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Beltrán, Jones, Kent Inducted; Kent via Era Committee
Jeff Kent
— Jul 23, 2026
Carlos Beltrán is set to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2026 alongside Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent, capping a 20-year career that began with a Rookie of the Year season for the Royals and included later stints with the Mets and Yankees. In reflecting on his journey, Beltrán recalled a pivotal Cooperstown moment with George Brett in 1999 and addressed the 2017 sign-stealing stigma as part of his Hall of Fame narrative.
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No Criminal Charges for Driver in Deadly Soccer Field Crash That Killed 6-Year-Old
A Kansas driver whose pickup truck plowed into a youth soccer field, killing a 6-year-old boy and a father, will not face criminal charges after prosecutors determined the deadly crash resulted from negligence rather than a criminal act. According to Fox News , Sedgwick County District Attorney Marc Bennett announced the decision Thursday after releasing a 28-page investigative report examining th
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