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A new documentary about Elon Musk is reportedly being denied advertising on TikTok and X, according to a CBC report. The film's promoters say the platforms are refusing to run its promotional ads, while other major platforms such as YouTube and Meta were also named in the coverage. The reported refusals are drawing attention to how platforms handle ads for content critical of their own owners and executives, with Musk's ownership of X making the case especially charged.

New polling shows Rio de Janeiro Mayor Eduardo Paes at 51.1% against Ruas's 42.1% ahead of the runoff, putting the incumbent on course for re-election. Meanwhile, Garotinho's defense has denied involvement in a Public Prosecutor's office opinion, adding to the political noise around the race. Voters and commentators are weighing whether Paes's lead is decisive.

Russian footballer Artem Dzyuba is again at the centre of transfer talk, this time over a possible move to Spartak Moscow. Kakhiagao publicly dismissed the speculation, saying he does not understand the hype around the striker: 'He is not Messi, after all,' adding that he held no negotiations with him and that the matter is closed. The remarks come as fans and media continue to debate whether Dzyuba, one of Russia's best-known forwards, could still land at a top Moscow club.

A new report alleges Sean "Diddy" Combs has been enjoying unusual comforts in prison, including massages, alcohol and nude photos, prompting a response from his representatives denying the claims of cellphone and alcohol use in his facility. The story is drawing wide attention given his ongoing federal case and high-profile status.

Flávio Bolsonaro is consolidating backing for a second-round runoff, with Caiado formalising his support at an event in Goiânia and PP and União Brasil also declaring for him. He says he will not seek re-election if elected, denies that ending re-election is aimed at returning his father to the presidency in 2030, and pledges to use a congressional majority to change the Constitution, vowing with Caiado to end the Lula era.

North Korea is drawing attention in German media for two stories. Berlin reports that a Western country is apparently circumventing sanctions to supply diesel to Russia via Pyongyang, while North Korea has denied responsibility for a recent explosion and is threatening retaliation. Commenters are weighing the fallout for sanctions policy and regional security.

The New York Yankees were denied a potential game-tying two-run homer when a fan reached over the wall and interfered with the ball, wiping out what had initially looked like a game-tying blast. The crowd's celebration turned to anger, and the fan who caught the ball was ejected. The decision against the Tampa Bay Rays game has sparked debate among fans and sports media in Japan and the US.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's team has pushed back on a report claiming the couple plans to apologize to the royal family, calling it false. Meanwhile, Meghan shared a rare home video featuring five-year-old Princess Lilibet, whose voice and accent are heard as she helps her mother. The combination of the denied apology claim and the unusually personal glimpse of their daughter is driving fresh attention on the couple on both sides of the Atlantic.

Russian health authorities have officially denied reports of a second plague case, pushing back against claims that the disease is spreading beyond an initial infection. The denial comes as observers question how transparent officials are being about potential outbreak risks. Health officials insist the situation is under control and that no additional infections have been confirmed.

Indian lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar has spoken out publicly, saying his name was used in an attempt to defame someone called Deepak. In remarks reported by The Lallantop, he set out his own account of the matter and denied involvement, calling the use of his name an effort to discredit him or others.

Golden State Warriors guard Dalen Terry is drawing attention after being named a starter for Wednesday's preseason game against the Portland Trail Blazers. The former Chicago Bulls first-round pick logged 43 minutes in the matchup, which Portland won 123-118 behind a team-high 23 points from Deni Avdija. Interest is coming from Brazil, Mexico and Australia as well, suggesting broad NBA preseason curiosity.

A New York federal court has heard arguments in the long-running lawsuit brought by families of September 11 victims against Saudi Arabia. The plaintiffs allege Saudi support for the hijackers, claims the kingdom denies. The case, allowed to proceed under 2016 US legislation, remains one of the most closely watched terrorism-related civil suits, with families seeking accountability more than two decades after the attacks.

Tennessee's planned execution of Christa Pike (50) would have been the first in the state in over 200 years, but her final request was denied and the procedure reportedly failed. NRC reports Pike is now conscious and responsive, with doctors calling her medical recovery unprecedented. The rare circumstances are drawing attention to the case, one of the few death sentences on a woman in the United States.

GTA 6 is trending again as fans dissect every rumour ahead of release. Among the latest talking points, Xbox has denied reports that it secured an exclusive streaming deal for GTA 6 at launch, pushing back on claims about how the hugely anticipated game will be delivered. With anticipation already at fever pitch, even minor corporate statements about Rockstar's title are generating wide attention.

Michael Douglas has acknowledged having a secret relationship with his 'Romancing the Stone' co-star Kathleen Turner, according to Page Six, reversing a denial he maintained for roughly 40 years. The admission about the two 1980s screen partners is drawing attention across the US, Brazil, Mexico and Canada, with fans reacting to the unexpected revelation about the beloved film duo.

Mason Miller, the hard-throwing closer for the Athletics, is a trending name in Japan as MLB trade speculation heats up. Japanese baseball coverage is also following the Yankees, where left-hander Max Fried, whose partner is close to giving birth, denied he would go on the paternity list, saying "this is my job." Miller is widely seen as one of the biggest relief pitching prizes ahead of the deadline.

Carlos Alcaraz defeated fellow Spaniard Jaume Munar in the semifinals of the ATP 500 tournament in Tokyo, booking his place in his fourth final of the year. He had advanced earlier in the week after Denis Shapovalov retired from their match. Alcaraz will now face Jiri Lehecka, who beat Vachelot in the other semifinal, as he chases another title in the Japanese capital.

A UK filing has set out allegations concerning Andrew Tate, the controversial online personality already facing legal scrutiny in Romania over human trafficking and rape accusations. The document is renewing attention on the legal troubles surrounding Tate and his brother Tristan, who both deny wrongdoing.

The federal government will exclude mental illness as the sole qualifying condition for medical assistance in dying, keeping Canada's existing law unchanged. The measure had already been delayed twice over concerns about health system readiness and safeguards. Advocates and critics remain divided: some see the exclusion as protecting vulnerable patients, others as denying access to those suffering severely.

Figure skaters are competing at the Denis Ten memorial tournament in Kazakhstan. Among those taking part, Sofia Ignatova landed a quadruple lutz in training ahead of the short program, drawing attention to the event. The competition honors the Kazakh skater Denis Ten, the 2014 Olympic bronze medalist who was killed in 2018, and remains a notable stop on the skating calendar.

Coco Gauff was knocked out of the China Open in Beijing, losing 6-3, 6-3 to Belgium's Elise Mertens in the round of 16. The defeat denied Gauff an expected quarterfinal against Iga Swiatek. Mertens commented on Gauff after the match, and attention has also focused on the American star's recent profile and controversies surrounding other players at the tournament.

CSKA Moscow has traded KHL champion Denis Zernov to Ak Bars Kazan in an unusual deal reportedly valued at just 1,000 rubles. The move has drawn attention from Russian hockey fans, with many discussing the symbolic transfer fee and what it means for the defending champion's roster as the KHL season continues.

Bally Bagayoko, the mayor of Saint-Denis, was exposed to tear gas while present at a student mobilisation in France. The mayor, himself affected by the police agents, called for a de-escalation of tensions. His presence alongside lycée students and the images of a public official caught in crowd-control measures have drawn wide attention to the ongoing protests.

Italian singer Arisa told ANSA that she sent her audition tape for the Sanremo Music Festival directly to host Carlo De Martino. The remarks come amid the usual speculation over the festival's line-up, with artists confirming or denying their participation ahead of the official announcement.

Koh-Lanta All Stars is drawing attention in France, with host Denis Brogniart speaking out in defence of the 'island of the banished' used in the show's new all-star edition. The host argued the controversial twist gives eliminated contestants a second chance, telling Télé 7 Jours: 'It's beautiful to have a second chance.' Fans of the long-running survival competition are debating the format change.