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Murder investigation launched after former UK minister Ann Widdecombe found dead
Police launched a murder investigation after former minister Ann Widdecombe was found dead at her Devon home with serious injuries.
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Pakistan-registered Boeing 737 cargo plane lost off Karachi after navigation failure
A Pakistan-registered Boeing 737-400 cargo plane operated by K2 Airways went missing near Karachi on July 7 after reporting navigation system failure.
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Midtown Manhattan building evacuated after structural columns buckle during apartment conversion
A 37-storey building near Grand Central was evacuated July 7 after buckled columns and sagging floors were found during a residential conversion project.
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US-Iran interim ceasefire ends amid renewed strikes and Strait of Hormuz closure
US President Trump announced the end of the US-Iran interim ceasefire on July 6, triggering reciprocal military strikes and Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body to enable technocratic administration
On July 6, 2026, Hamas announced the dissolution of its Gaza civil governing body to allow a US-backed technocratic committee to assume control.
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Belgium defeats United States 4-1 to reach World Cup quarter-finals amid Balogun suspension dispute
Belgium beat the United States 4-1 in Seattle on July 6 to reach the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals amid controversy over Folarin Balogun’s suspension being overturned.
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US and Saudi Arabia Sign 30-Year Civilian Nuclear Cooperation Agreement Including Possible Uranium Enrichment
The US and Saudi Arabia signed a civilian nuclear cooperation deal allowing for uranium enrichment after study, pending congressional approval.
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Tesla’s Q2 2026 revenue rises 26% but profits fall amid heavy AI and robotics spending
Tesla reported Q2 2026 revenue of $28.2 billion, up 26% year-over-year, while net profit fell 5-7% to about $1.1 billion amid rising expenses.
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New Zealand actor Sam Neill dies at 78 in Sydney
Sam Neill, known for Jurassic Park, died suddenly from pneumonia on July 13, 2026, at age 78 in Sydney, Australia.
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Andy Burnham appointed UK Prime Minister pledges economic reforms and cost relief
Andy Burnham became UK Prime Minister on July 20, pledging a new economic model and immediate cost-of-living relief.
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Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of window after mid-air decompression
A Ryanair flight from Greece to Germany returned after a cabin window detached, nearly pulling a 61-year-old passenger out mid-air.
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Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler dies at 75 after illness in Portugal
Bonnie Tyler, known for 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' died at age 75 after being hospitalized in Portugal for intestinal surgery.
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Samsung Electronics Q2 Operating Profit Soars 19-Fold to Record 89.4 Trillion Won
Samsung Electronics reported a record Q2 2026 operating profit of 89.4 trillion won, driven by strong AI memory chip demand.
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Argentina rallies from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2 in 2026 World Cup round of 16
Argentina scored three late goals to overcome Egypt 3-2 in the World Cup round of 16 on July 7 in Atlanta.
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Twelve NATO countries pledge £37bn for long-range missile project amid defence spending talks
Twelve NATO nations committed over £37bn to a long-range missile project as defence spending and alliance unity dominated the Ankara summit.
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Formula 1 to Return to Malaysia’s Sepang Circuit on October 4, 2026, Replacing Bahrain Grand Prix
Malaysia’s Sepang International Circuit will host the Bahrain Grand Prix on October 4, 2026, replacing the postponed Bahrain race amid Middle East conflict.
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EU fines AliExpress €550 million for failing to block illegal and counterfeit products
The European Union fined Alibaba's AliExpress €550 million for not preventing the sale of illegal and counterfeit products, the largest penalty under the Digital Services Act.
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White House Teleprompter Operator Investigated for Insider Trading on Trump Speech Bets
Gabriel Perez, a White House teleprompter operator, is investigated for insider trading on bets about Trump speeches, profiting nearly $100,000.
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US Iran war cost rises to $37.5 billion, Pentagon requests $87 billion more
The Pentagon says the US war in Iran has cost $37.5 billion, with an $87 billion additional funding request amid ongoing conflict.
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New York enforces one-year moratorium on large data center construction over 50 MW
Governor Kathy Hochul signed an executive order halting permits for new hyperscale data centers using 50 MW or more power for one year statewide.
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Ukraine’s Zelensky replaces PM Svyrydenko with Sergii Koretskyi amid government reshuffle
President Zelensky replaced Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko with Sergii Koretskyi in July 2026, triggering a full government resignation.
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7.1-magnitude earthquake hits Kumamoto, Japan causing 13 deaths and major damage
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28, killing at least 13 and injuring dozens while causing widespread destruction.
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Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 from aortic dissection in Washington, DC
Senior Republican Senator Lindsey Graham died July 11 from aortic dissection at his Capitol Hill home after a sudden illness.
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Spain wins 2026 World Cup final 1-0 over Argentina with Ferran Torres goal
Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time in New York, with Ferran Torres scoring the winner and 19-year-old Lamine Yamal playing a key role.