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Italian court convicts former CEO Giovanni Castellucci and 31 others over 2018 Genoa bridge collapse
An Italian court sentenced former CEO Giovanni Castellucci to 12 years and 31 others convicted for the 2018 Morandi bridge collapse that killed 43 people.
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Nationwide credit card system outage disrupts payments across Japan on July 16, 2026
A nationwide credit card payment outage in Japan on July 16 disrupted merchant transactions and transit app services from 8am to early afternoon.
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Messi and Yamal Set to Clash in 2026 World Cup Final Nearly 19 Years After Iconic Photo
Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal will face each other in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on August 9 in New Jersey, nearly 19 years after Messi held Yamal as a baby.
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Trump warns US military ready to decimate Iran over assassination threats
President Trump threatened missile attacks on Iran if it tries or succeeds in assassinating him, citing 1,000 missiles 'locked and loaded'.
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US Mint begins production of $1 coin with Trump portrait for 250th anniversary
The US Mint started producing a $1 commemorative coin featuring Donald Trump for the nation's 250th anniversary.
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2026 FIFA World Cup Final to feature first-ever halftime show and star-studded closing ceremony
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium will include an 11-minute halftime show and a major closing ceremony before kickoff.
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Supreme Court Justices Request 10% Security Budget Increase Amid Rising Threats
Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified to Congress July 14 seeking $228 million budget with enhanced judiciary security funding.
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Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis urges US-led global AI standards body by 2026 end
DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis calls for a US-led AI watchdog to review frontier AI models and address national security risks before public release.
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Malaysian Parliament debates internet issues, BNPL debt rise, subsidy misuse, and tax policies
Parliament discussed internet disruptions, West Asia conflict impact, BNPL debt increase, cooking oil subsidy leaks, wealth tax stance, KWAP investment scrutiny, and elderly care SST exemption.
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EU, UK, Spain, and Gibraltar sign treaty ending Gibraltar-Spain border checks
On July 14, 2026, the EU, UK, Spain, and Gibraltar signed a treaty to end border checks between Gibraltar and Spain, effective July 15.
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Norway Receives Massive Welcome in Oslo After World Cup Quarter-final Exit
More than 100,000 fans greeted Norway’s national football team in Oslo after their July 11 World Cup quarter-final loss to England.
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Trump to deliver July 16 speech on foreign interference in 2020 election
Former President Donald Trump will give a national address Thursday on declassified intelligence about foreign election interference in 2020.
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Hungarian Parliament Votes to Oust President Tamas Sulyok with Constitutional Amendment
Hungarian Parliament passed a constitutional amendment to end President Tamas Sulyok's term early with a 139-6 vote on July 13, 2026.
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Scottie Scheffler aims to defend British Open title at Royal Birkdale under firm, hot conditions
World number one Scottie Scheffler seeks back-to-back British Open wins starting July 16 at Royal Birkdale amid dry, fast course conditions.
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UK plans to brand Iran's IRGC and proxy group as terrorist over antisemitic attacks
The UK government announced on July 13 plans to designate Iran’s IRGC and the IMCR as terrorist groups amid antisemitic attacks.
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Manchester United sign Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for £35 million
Manchester United signed Belgian midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa on a five-year contract for £35 million.
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim addresses economic and political challenges amid opposition losses
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim directed ministries to ease manufacturing cost pressures and dismissed early election calls after Pakatan Harapan’s electoral defeat.
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Disney's live-action Moana remake earns $95 million debut, falls short of expectations
Disney's live-action Moana remake opened to $95 million worldwide, missing projections and facing potential losses.
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Malaysia secures stable fuel supply amid Strait of Hormuz tensions and updates rice laws
Malaysia confirms stable fuel supply through end-2026 despite Middle East tensions and passes stricter rice market regulations.
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Malaysia calls for UN Security Council veto limits, addresses refugee and regional security issues
Malaysia urged curbs on UN Security Council veto power and advanced refugee and security policies ahead of new term bid.
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Russia uses Japan as espionage hub and source of weapons components, Japan vows stronger countermeasures
Since 2022, Russia has exploited Japan as a key espionage base and supplier of military components, prompting Japan to commit to tougher intelligence reforms.
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Shooting at Toronto Latin festival kills 2 and injures several near St. Clair Avenue
A July 11 shooting near Toronto's Salsa on St. Clair festival killed two people and wounded between four and six others.
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Haeran Ryu sets LPGA major record with 11-under 60 to lead Evian Championship
Haeran Ryu shot a record 11-under 60 in the third round of the 2026 Evian Championship to hold a three-shot lead.
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Speedboat capsizes near Phu Quoc Island, killing 15 Indian tourists
A speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and 4 crew capsized near Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam, killing 15 and rescuing 21 on July 11.