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Baker Mayfield says he feels disrespected after Buccaneers contract talks break down
Baker Mayfield expressed feeling undervalued by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after contract extension talks failed before training camp.
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LinkedIn launches ‘seems like AI slop’ button to flag low-quality AI posts
LinkedIn introduced a new feature letting users report low-quality AI-generated posts to improve feed quality.
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UN Security Council holds first straw poll for next Secretary-General selection
The UN Security Council conducted its initial informal straw poll July 30 to start selecting the next Secretary-General among seven candidates.
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Ford CEO warns Chinese automakers may enter U.S. market within 5 to 10 years
Ford CEO Jim Farley said Chinese carmakers could enter the U.S. market within 5 to 10 years despite trade barriers.
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Friend AI wearable relaunched with speaker and $249 price in US
Founder Avi Schiffmann relaunched the Friend AI pendant with a speaker, new AI models, and a higher price of $249.
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UK Supreme Court allows Palestine Action co-founder to appeal group's ban
The UK Supreme Court granted Palestine Action co-founder Huda Ammori permission to appeal the ban on the group.
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Gourmetz Charged with Six Food Safety Offences after River Valley Primary Illnesses
Catering company Gourmetz faces six charges over gastroenteritis affecting 60 pupils at River Valley Primary School in January 2023.
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FA sets minimum 10-match ban for discrimination offences from 2026-27 season
The Football Association will impose a minimum 10-match ban for aggravated discrimination offences starting next season.
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Poland reports Russian Kh-101 missile crash in eastern territory near Ukraine border
A Russian Kh-101 missile crashed in eastern Poland near Tarnawa Kolonia, creating a 10-meter crater and prompting a military investigation.
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South Korea's July 2026 exports rise 62.8% to $98.9 billion on semiconductor strength
South Korea's July 2026 exports rose 62.8% year-on-year to $98.9 billion, led by a 179% jump in semiconductor shipments.
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Global Gold Demand Stable in Q2 2026 Despite 41% Drop in Chinese Consumption
Global central banks boosted gold reserves by 289 tons in Q2 2026 while China’s gold demand fell 41%, offset by steady global consumption and record central bank buying.
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Situational Awareness hedge fund sells major AI stocks after losses, seeks new funding
Situational Awareness, founded by ex-OpenAI researcher Leopold Aschenbrenner, sold most AI stock holdings after losses and is seeking new funding.
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Negeri Sembilan palace revokes two royal titles from Rais Yatim
The Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan revoked two royal honours awarded to Rais Yatim on July 30, 2026.
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US tariff cuts prompt some companies to shift production back to China
After US tariffs on Chinese goods dropped from 145% to about 23%, some firms have moved production back to China this month.
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Bomb threat at Kuala Lumpur’s Mid Valley City confirmed as hoax
Police confirmed a bomb threat at Centrepoint South Tower, Mid Valley City on July 29 was a hoax after a thorough search found no explosives.
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NBA probe into Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard salary cap case may extend to 2027, delaying Raptors trade
The NBA is probing whether the Clippers circumvented salary rules via a $28M endorsement for Kawhi Leonard, delaying his trade back to the Raptors amid legal complexities.
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Elon Musk Revives America PAC to Support Republicans in 2026 Midterms
Elon Musk is reactivating America PAC to boost Republican turnout in key Senate and House races ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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Russia launches ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv after Zelenskyy warns of strike
On July 30, Russia fired ballistic missiles at Kyiv, causing explosions, fires, and at least one death amid citywide alerts.
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EU to designate ChatGPT and Roblox as Very Large Online Platforms under Digital Services Act
The EU will label OpenAI's ChatGPT and Roblox as very large online platforms starting August 2026 due to their user base size in the bloc.
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Aziz Abdul disqualified for headbutting in 2026 Commonwealth Games boxing quarter-final
Aziz Abdul, grandson of Ugandan dictator Idi Amin, was disqualified for headbutting English boxer Damar Thomas at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
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Federal Reserve keeps interest rates steady; Wall Street falls on inflation and AI spending concerns
The US Federal Reserve held interest rates at 3.5%-3.75% on July 29, 2026, while Wall Street declined amid inflation and AI investment worries.
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Russia Charges Telegram Founder Pavel Durov with Aiding Terrorism, Adds Him to Blacklist
Russia’s FSB accused Telegram founder Pavel Durov of aiding terrorism and placed him on its terrorist blacklist on July 30, 2026.
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EA CEO Andrew Wilson earns $38.6M as Battlefield 6 developer layoffs continue
Electronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson earned $38.6 million in fiscal 2026 amid layoffs of Battlefield 6 developers.
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Ex-FIFA chief Blatter and confederations oppose FIFA's plan to sell World Cup stakes
FIFA plans to sell up to 20% stakes in a new $20 billion World Cup subsidiary, drawing sharp criticism from Sepp Blatter and regional football bodies.