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HKEX explores removing lunch break and extending trading hours to align with global markets
Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing is considering ending the midday lunch break, starting trading earlier, and adding evening sessions for select stocks.
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Lebanese President Aoun meets Trump seeking Israeli withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met US President Donald Trump at the White House to push for Israeli troop withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament in southern Lebanon.
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Trump's Qatari-Donated Air Force One Set for One-Month Security Upgrade
US President Trump announced the Qatari-donated Air Force One will undergo a one-month security retrofit to add defensive systems.
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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani weighs arresting Israeli PM Netanyahu during UN visit
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is exploring arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits for the September 2026 UN General Assembly.
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US and Iran engage in intensified strikes and missile attacks amid full-scale war claims
The US has conducted nightly airstrikes on Iran while Iran launched missile and drone attacks across the Gulf, with leaders confirming full-scale war status.
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Moonshot AI pauses Kimi K3 subscriptions amid high demand, plans Hong Kong IPO
Chinese startup Moonshot AI halted new Kimi K3 subscriptions due to demand strain and aims for a Hong Kong IPO within six months.
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Argentina and Spain to meet in 2026 World Cup final with record $50M prize
Argentina and Spain will face off in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on July 19 in New Jersey for a record $50 million prize.
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Trump Media launches paid Truth API for real-time access to top Truth Social posts
Trump Media & Technology Group launched Truth API, a paid licensed feed offering financial firms fast, 24/7 access to posts from top Truth Social accounts.
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UK Government Fully Nationalises British Steel, Ending Jingye Group Ownership
The UK government nationalised British Steel on July 16, 2026, taking control from Chinese owner Jingye Group to protect jobs and steel production.
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OpenAI to Launch Screenless AI Speaker as First Hardware Device in 2027
OpenAI is developing a movable, screenless smart speaker as a humanlike AI companion, aiming for a 2027 release amid legal challenges from Apple.
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Tyrannosaurus rex fossil 'Gus' sells for $50.1 million at Sotheby's auction
A nearly complete T. rex skeleton named 'Gus' sold at Sotheby's New York auction for a record $50.1 million.
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Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam begins three-day state visit to Malaysia
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam arrived in Malaysia on July 12 for a three-day state visit to strengthen bilateral ties.
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England beats Norway 2-1 after extra time to reach 2026 World Cup semi-finals
England defeated Norway 2-1 after extra time in the 2026 World Cup quarter-final to advance to the semi-finals.
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Russian Strikes Kill 8 Civilians in Ukraine as Zelenskiy Urges Faster Weapons Delivery
Russian missile and drone attacks on July 11-12 killed at least eight in Ukraine, prompting Zelenskiy to call for quicker air defence aid from allies.
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Trump switches back to older Air Force One jet during Turkey-U.K. trip amid security concerns
President Trump flew to Turkey on new Qatari gifted plane but used older Air Force One to reach the U.K., citing military tours as security doubts swirl.
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US to Remove Syria from State Sponsor of Terrorism List After Decades
President Trump notified Congress July 8 of his decision to delist Syria, pending a 45-day review period.
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IMF cuts 2026 global growth forecast to 3% citing Middle East war and trade risks
The IMF lowered its 2026 global GDP growth forecast to 3.0% amid Middle East conflict and raised inflation outlook, warning of ongoing economic risks.
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Sri Lanka prison riot in Negombo leaves 23-26 dead and over 100 injured
A violent riot between rival drug gangs erupted at Negombo Prison in Sri Lanka July 5-6, killing 23-26 people and injuring over 100.
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China test-fires nuclear-capable ballistic missile from submarine into Pacific Ocean
On July 6, China launched a nuclear-capable ballistic missile from a Jin-class submarine into the South Pacific, sparking regional condemnation.
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At least eight shot, including four children, in Coney Island on July 4
A shooting on July 4 in Brooklyn’s Coney Island injured eight people, including four children aged 6 to 14 years old.
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OPEC+ agrees to raise oil output by 188,000 barrels per day starting August 2026
OPEC+ members agreed on July 5, 2026, to increase oil production targets by 188,000 barrels per day beginning in August.
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Former US Olympian David Hearn indicted for vandalizing Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
David Hearn, 67, was indicted for felony destruction after allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in June 2026.
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Massive protests disrupt AfD party congress in Erfurt as leaders re-elected
Between 15,000 and 50,000 protesters clashed with police in Erfurt during the far-right AfD's national conference on July 4-5, 2026.
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US June Nonfarm Payrolls Rise 57,000, Far Below Forecast Amid World Cup Effects
US nonfarm payrolls increased by 57,000 in June 2026, well below estimates, with labor force participation at a five-year low and job losses in leisure sectors.