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Joe Pyfer delivered a stunning knockout to Israel Adesanya in the main event of UFC Fight Night in Seattle, stopping the former middleweight champion at 4:18 of the second round. The technical knockout (TKO) finish came after Pyfer secured a takedown, which proved to be the beginning of the end for Adesanya. Before the stoppage, both fighters engaged in a fierce stand-up battle, exchanging their best punches. Pyfer's victory marked a significant upset, as Adesanya had been looking to regain his momentum in the UFC. Following the fight, Pyfer expressed his mentality going into the bout, stating, “I just have this mentality where I don’t care; I’m going to search and destroy.” This win improves Pyfer's record to 16-3 in MMA. Adesanya, who fights out of New Zealand, now holds a record of 24-6 in MMA. Despite the loss, Adesanya confirmed he has no plans to retire, stating, “I’m just going to keep going and going and going.” This was Adesanya's first fight since losing his middleweight title in April 2023. The event also featured other notable fights, including a rematch between Alexa Grasso and Maycee Barber at flyweight, which Grasso won via TKO in the first round. Additionally, Michael Chiesa ended his UFC career with a first-round submission victory over Niko Price. Other highlights from the night included Lerryan Douglas securing a TKO victory over Julian Erosa in the first round and Yousri Belgaroui earning a third-round TKO stoppage against Mansur Abdul-Malik. The main card opened with Terrance McKinney dispatching Kyle Nelson in just 24 seconds.

Model Erin O'Connor has spoken out against Instagram's inconsistent application of its nudity policy after the platform repeatedly removed her pregnancy photos celebrating her heavily pregnant body.The photos, taken in 2014 when O'Connor was eight and a half months pregnant, were posted on Mother's Day but removed and reinstated multiple times by Instagram. O'Connor argues that the platform's guidelines are unclear and context-insensitive, leading to double standards in how women's bodies are represented online.O'Connor's post included two nude portraits: one where she touches her baby bump with a blissful expression, and another highlighting her pregnant belly. Despite Meta's assurances of 'freedom of expression,' the post was flagged as 'sensitive' and removed twice.O'Connor expressed her frustration with the process, stating, 'It feels inconceivable that a heavily pregnant naked woman could be perceived as offensive when she stands in her full power, her body at its most extraordinary, embodying its innate ability to grow, birth and sustain new life.'The incident has sparked a broader conversation about body positivity, pregnancy representation, and the need for clearer guidelines on social media platforms. O'Connor emphasized the importance of context-sensitive policies to prevent the mistaken removal of meaningful content.Meta has stated that its default response is to remove 'sexual imagery' to prevent non-consensual or underage content, but allows exceptions for 'real-world art and certain medical, educational, and awareness-raising content.'

Meta's attempt to shift the blame for a young user's mental health issues away from its platforms and onto her family and offline social problems has backfired in a landmark social media addiction trial. The company, parent of Facebook and Instagram, employed a aggressive defense strategy that included highlighting the plaintiff's complaints about her mother in her teenage text messages and personal writings.The jurors, however, were not convinced by Meta's arguments and decided 10-2 in favor of the plaintiffs, awarding $4.2m in damages from Meta and $1.8m from co-defendant YouTube. This verdict could set a precedent for thousands of similar trials already in the works against social media companies.Meta's defense strategy drew backlash from parental advocates, who argued that the company was attempting to shift the blame away from its own design choices and onto parents and users. "For the biggest tech executives, I want to say something: stop blaming the parents. It's on you," said Julianna Arnold, a co-founder of advocacy group Parents Rise!.The trial's outcome reflects a growing distrust of social media companies and their impact on society. A Pew Research Survey found that around 64% of US adults believe that social media platforms have a negative impact on the country, and around two-thirds of Americans have a negative view of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.The verdict has been celebrated by advocates for reining in big tech, who see it as a significant step towards holding social media companies accountable for their role in shaping societal harms. "This trial was proof that if you put CEOs like Mark Zuckerberg on the stand before a judge and jury of their peers, the tech industry's wanton disregard for people will be on full display," said Sacha Haworth, executive director of The Tech Oversight Project.

Pakistan's attempts to facilitate peace talks between Iran and the US are encountering substantial obstacles. The intensification of Israeli bombing campaigns on civilian targets in Iran and an expanding US military presence in the Gulf region are casting a shadow over these efforts.Pakistan, maintaining relative neutrality with good relations with both Iran and the US, had hoped to provide a venue for negotiations. However, the conflict is widening, trust is scarce, and the stated positions of Tehran and Washington are far apart. Pakistani officials believe Israel's actions pose a significant risk to any potential talks, particularly given recent attacks on civilian nuclear sites and steel plants.Iran's core concerns include ensuring an end to the war and preventing future attacks by the US and Israel. Former Pakistani ambassador to the US, Maleeha Lodhi, expressed skepticism about US President Donald Trump's reliability, citing his unpredictable nature.Despite these challenges, Pakistan continues its diplomatic efforts. The country's prime minister, Shehbaz Sharif, has been in communication with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, and foreign ministers from Turkey, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan are set to hold talks in Islamabad to discuss ending the conflict.The situation remains complex, with US troop buildup suggesting that peace talks may not align with US plans. Iran has expressed distrust towards previous US interlocutors, but there is consideration for US Vice-President JD Vance to represent the US in talks, an idea supported by Iran.

Tottenham Hotspur have sacked manager Igor Tudor after just 44 days in charge, with the club struggling to avoid relegation from the Premier League. Tudor managed the team for seven games, securing only one point from his five league matches.The final straw came with last Sunday's 3-0 home defeat by Nottingham Forest, which left Tottenham one point and one place above the bottom three. A potential demotion to the Championship would be catastrophic for the club's prestige and revenues.Tudor's departure comes amid a backdrop of human tragedy, with the manager informed of the death of his father, Mario, after the Forest game. The club aimed to handle the situation with sensitivity towards the Croatian manager.Tudor's brief tenure included two Champions League matches against Atlético Madrid, with Tottenham ultimately losing 7-5 on aggregate. His time at Spurs began with a difficult period, including league defeats to Arsenal, Fulham, and Crystal Palace.The club has gone 13 league games without a win, their worst run since 1934-35 when they were relegated from the old Division One. Tudor's approach and tactics were questioned, particularly his decision to substitute goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky after just 17 minutes in the first leg against Atlético Madrid.Tudor had been tasked with bringing organisation, intensity, and competitive edge to the squad, but ultimately failed to achieve this. The club is now searching for a new manager, with Bruno Salter set to take training in the interim.

For the first time, a team of researchers has successfully mapped out the intricate network of nerves within the clitoris, a crucial organ responsible for female sexual pleasure. This achievement comes almost 30 years after a similar mapping was completed for the penis. The 3D scans of two female pelvises, donated through a body donor program, have provided unprecedented detail on the five complex tree-like branching nerves running through the clitoris. The widest of these nerves measures 0.7mm across. Led by Ju Young Lee, a research associate at Amsterdam University Medical Center, the study challenges existing knowledge about the anatomy of the clitoris. For instance, previous research suggested that the dorsal nerve of the clitoris diminished as it approached the glans, but the new scans show that it continues strongly to the end. The clitoris, one of the least-studied organs in the human body, has been neglected by researchers for far too long, according to Melbourne urologist Helen O'Connell. She notes that cultural taboos around female sexuality have hindered scientific investigations, and it wasn't until 1995 that the clitoris was included in standard anatomy textbooks. The mapping of clitoral nerves is expected to inform reconstructive surgery after female genital mutilation, which affects over 230 million girls and women worldwide. A better understanding of the nerve pathways could reduce the number of women who experience a decline in orgasmic experience after surgery. This breakthrough also has implications for vulvar cancer treatment, gender reassignment surgery, and genital cosmetic surgeries. As Lee hopes to open a clitoris exhibition to expand knowledge about the organ, inspired by the Vagina Museum in London, the study marks a significant step forward in understanding female sexual function and anatomy.

Harry Enfield, known for his portrayal of King Charles in The Windsors, presents a comprehensive review of his career in this Audience With … event. The show is a chronological journey through his 40-plus years in comedy, featuring a vast array of personae, catchphrases, and showbiz anecdotes.Enfield's iconic characters, such as Stavros and Loadsamoney, are revived, along with his DJ alter ego Dave Nice, now a right-wing podcaster. The show also includes fresh sketches and performances of his favorite old sketches, like Mr Cholmondley-Warner and Wayne and Waynetta Slob.The comedian's ability to distill personalities and social types into telling tics, speech patterns, or catchphrases is remarkable. He shares engaging background details and biographical snippets, including stories about his family and celebrity encounters with Whitney Houston, Nelson Mandela, and a drunken session with Paul McCartney and George Harrison.This touring show is a treat, offering a trip down memory lane and showcasing Enfield's enduring comedic talent. He solidifies his claim as the head of our comedy state, with a performance that is both nostalgic and engaging.Harry Enfield is set to tour with his show, with upcoming dates at G Live, Guildford, and the Forum, Bath.

The UK vape industry is sounding the alarm about the proliferation of fake vapes on the market, which can pose serious health risks to users. These counterfeit devices are often sold in high street shops and can look identical to legitimate products, making them difficult to spot.According to the UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA), around 5m illegal devices have been seized over the last three years, with a street value of £39m. These devices often lack safety features, such as circuit protection to prevent overheating, which can cause them to catch fire.John Dunne, head of the UKVIA, warns that fake vapes may cause damage to people's health as they have not undergone the same testing regime as legal devices. 'Where the packaging might look similar and the product itself may look similar, these companies may not have the same safety features built into the device, because the copycats tend to try and make the product as cheap as possible,' he says.So, how can you spot a fake vape? One of the key telltale signs is if the box does not have a UK distributor's address on it. Other signs include poor-quality packaging with low-resolution photos or labels, and missing nicotine warnings and ingredient lists. The device name or labelling may also be written in a foreign language.If you suspect that you have bought a fake vape, you can file a report through the UKVIA or contact your local Trading Standards office. You can also check whether a brand has been registered with the MHRA through its website.

The US-Israeli war against Iran shows no signs of abatement as it enters its second month, with regional tensions escalating through multiple fronts. Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have confirmed their first attack on Israel since the conflict began, launching a ballistic missile that was intercepted by Israeli defense systems. The targeted strike aimed at Israeli military sites located in the south of the occupied West Bank, marking a significant expansion of the conflict beyond direct US-Israeli operations against Iran.In a separate development, Israel killed three journalists in a targeted strike on their vehicle in southern Lebanon. The incident highlights the growing dangers facing media personnel in the increasingly volatile region as the conflict continues to spread across multiple borders and involve various non-state actors.These developments underscore the complex and widening nature of the conflict, which has evolved beyond direct military confrontation between the United States, Israel, and Iran to include regional proxies and civilian targets.