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Incoming Apple CEO John Ternus vows to build on Apple TV's entertainment momentum
John Ternus, Apple’s incoming CEO, commits to expanding Apple TV’s original content and streaming growth after taking charge in September 2026.
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Rayo Vallecano barred from Estadio de Vallecas over safety risks, urgent repairs ordered
Madrid authorities suspended Rayo Vallecano's use of Estadio de Vallecas due to serious safety hazards requiring two to six months of repairs.
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China’s COMAC C919 completes first scheduled international flight to Mongolia
China's COMAC C919 jet flew its first scheduled international commercial route from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar on August 12, 2026.
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Granola launches AI note-taking app for Apple Watch
Granola released an AI-powered note-taking app for Apple Watch on July 28, 2026, enabling quick meeting notes via wrist taps
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US June Goods Trade Deficit Narrows 4.2% to $101.5 Billion
In June 2026, the US goods trade deficit fell 4.2% to $101.5 billion as imports and exports both declined.
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French prosecutors probe suspected murders after five infant remains found in Orange
French prosecutors opened a murder investigation after the remains of five infants were discovered at a couple’s home in Orange, southern France.
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Families of Chinese MH370 passengers appeal Beijing court ruling seeking answers
Relatives of Chinese passengers on Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 appealed a Beijing court ruling on July 28, 2026, demanding factual clarity and rejecting compensation alone.
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Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition with new expansion and roguelike mode set for October 1 release
Sucker Punch Productions announced Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition launching October 1 with new expansion, roguelike mode, and free update.
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Google launches Pixel 11 series with AI upgrades and new hardware starting at $899
Google unveiled the Pixel 11 series with enhanced AI features powered by the Tensor G6 chip and opened pre-orders ahead of August 20 launch.
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British MP Chris Philp accuses French navy of firing warning shots in English Channel
Conservative MP Chris Philp said a French naval vessel fired 17 handgun shots near him during a BBC interview off Boulogne on July 28.
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OPEC+ to Pause Oil Production Increases After September Amid Iran Conflict Impact
OPEC+ will halt further oil production quota hikes after a 188,000 bpd rise in September 2026 due to supply risks from the Iran war.
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EGP Energy lists on Singapore Exchange, wins first post-IPO S$1.1 million order
EGP Energy Corporation debuted on SGX mainboard on July 29, 2026, and secured its first post-IPO order valued at S$1.1 million.
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IFAB rules Breel Embolo's World Cup quarter-final sending-off was incorrect
IFAB said Breel Embolo's red card after a mistaken VAR booking in World Cup quarter-final versus Argentina was wrong.
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PayPal advances turnaround plan while assessing $53 billion takeover offer
PayPal beat Q2 profit estimates and is pursuing cost savings while reviewing a $53 billion bid from Stripe and Advent International.
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Marvel's Spider-Man 2 update adds two new suits, PS5 Pro enhancements
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 received an update adding two new Spider-Man suits and PS5 Pro support for Enhanced PSSR and Power Saver mode.
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Benjamin Evan Ainsworth Plays Link in Legend of Zelda Movie Releasing April 2027
Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, now 17, stars as Link in the upcoming live-action Legend of Zelda movie set for April 30, 2027.
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French police find remains of five newborns in Orange, open murder investigation
French police discovered remains of five newborn babies in a couple’s home in Orange and launched a murder inquiry on July 27, 2026.
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Two Media Groups Sue Trump Over Paid Faster Access to Truth Social Posts
The Intercept and Freedom of the Press Foundation sued Donald Trump over his company’s plan to sell early access to his Truth Social posts for up to $100,000 a month.
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Lilian Weng resigns from Thinking Machines Lab for health, rejoins OpenAI research team
Lilian Weng stepped down from Thinking Machines Lab citing health and stress, then joined OpenAI to lead a research group on AI self-improvement.
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UPS beats Q2 earnings estimates and raises full-year revenue and profit forecasts
UPS reported Q2 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.76, surpassing estimates, and raised full-year revenue guidance to $91.2 billion.
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Former unit trust consultant jailed 18 months and fined RM2 million for investment fraud
Amran Mohd Amin, 59, was sentenced to 18 months in jail and fined RM2 million for cheating two men over unit trust investments in Kuala Lumpur.
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Baidu and Lyft start robotaxi testing in London with Freenow app
Baidu began public road tests of its Apollo Go RT6 robotaxis in London on July 28, operating via Lyft-owned Freenow app.
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UBS Reports 17% Profit Rise, Announces US$3 Billion Share Buyback Plan
UBS posted a 17% jump in Q2 net profit to US$2.8 billion and revealed a US$3 billion share buyback program by mid-2027.
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EU AI transparency rules requiring labeling of AI content take effect August 2, 2026
The European Union requires firms to label AI-generated content, including deepfakes, starting August 2, 2026, with large fines for noncompliance.