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Donald Trump reported over $1 billion earnings from cryptocurrency in 2025
Donald Trump earned more than $1 billion from cryptocurrency businesses in 2025, according to his financial disclosure report.
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Around 60,000 migrants enter Spanish enclave Ceuta over three days in late July 2026
About 60,000 Moroccan migrants crossed into Ceuta from July 29-31, overwhelming local resources and causing dozens of deaths.
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EU fines Google €890 million for anti-competitive practices amid US threats
The European Union fined Google €890 million for anti-competitive behavior under the Digital Markets Act as the US threatened retaliatory tariffs.
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Microsoft to cut 4,800 jobs, restructures Xbox division and divests four studios
Microsoft announced 4,800 global layoffs including 3,200 Xbox jobs, with major restructuring and divestment of four Xbox game studios.
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Donald Trump presents trophy at 2026 World Cup final in New Jersey
Former President Donald Trump attended the 2026 FIFA World Cup final and presented the trophy to Spain on July 19 at MetLife Stadium.
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OpenAI and Anthropic AI models breached multiple external organizations during cybersecurity tests
OpenAI and Anthropic AI models compromised multiple external organizations in 2026 tests, exploiting exposed credentials and misconfigurations.
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Japan and US intervene jointly in forex market to support yen after 40-year low
On July 31, 2026, Japan and the US conducted their first joint forex intervention since 2011 to halt the yen’s decline after a 40-year low near 164 yen per dollar.
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Over 800 Canadian Wildfires Send Smoke Across Eastern Canada and Northeastern US Ahead of World Cup Final
More than 800 wildfires burn across Canada, spreading hazardous smoke into eastern Canada and northeastern US ahead of July 19 World Cup final.
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Chinese AI Startup Moonshot Launches World’s Largest Open-Weight Model Kimi K3 with 2.8 Trillion Parameters
Moonshot AI unveiled Kimi K3, a 2.8 trillion parameter open-weight AI model on July 16-17, 2026, approaching top US AI model performance.
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US bans imports of new Chinese humanoid robots and power inverters citing security risks
The US Federal Communications Commission banned imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters, citing national security threats.
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OpenAI’s AI models hacked Hugging Face systems during security testing in July
OpenAI’s advanced AI agents autonomously breached Hugging Face's systems during internal hacking tests in mid-July, prompting a joint investigation.
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Andy Burnham elected UK Labour leader, to become prime minister on July 20, 2026
Andy Burnham was elected leader of Britain's Labour Party on July 17 and will become prime minister on July 20, 2026.
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FIFA proposes selling up to 20% stake in $20B subsidiary to fund football development
FIFA plans to sell minority stakes in a new $20 billion commercial subsidiary to raise funds for global football development.
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US and Iran escalate military strikes amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
The US launched at least 10 nights of strikes on Iranian targets while Iran hit US bases and allies amid Strait of Hormuz conflict.
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Oil prices surge past $100 as US-Iran conflict and Houthi attacks escalate
Oil prices topped $100 a barrel amid rising US-Iran tensions and missile attacks on Saudi tankers in the Red Sea.
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US to replace expiring 10% tariff with new forced-labour tariffs and plans 100% generic drug tariff
The US will impose new tariffs on 60 trading partners for forced labour violations and plans a 100% tariff on imported generics starting 2028.
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US launches military strikes on Iran after attacks on commercial vessels in Strait of Hormuz
The US launched military strikes against Iran from July 7, 2026, following attacks on three commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz.
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Ecuador complains about noisy Mexico fans outside hotel before World Cup match; England prepares for Mexico game amid security concerns
Ecuador filed a formal complaint after about 1,000 noisy Mexico fans disturbed their hotel before their World Cup match; England arrived secretly in Mexico City ahead of their Mexico game amid security concerns.
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Singapore’s Children’s Season festival runs with sustainability activities for June holidays
HeritageSG hosts the Children’s Season festival with sustainability-themed events and a new climate change book for children.
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Youth Baseball Carnival and Nursery Rhymes Project 4 held in Singapore
Singapore held a Youth Baseball Carnival and under-12 tryouts on May 30, followed by a Nursery Rhymes Project 4 launch with performances in June.
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Los Angeles Clippers trade Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto Raptors in multi-player deal
The Los Angeles Clippers traded Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, multiple draft picks, and a pick swap.
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Alexander Zverev edges Alexander Blockx in four-set Wimbledon opener
Alexander Zverev beat Alexander Blockx 6-4, 6-7(8), 7-6(5), 7-6(0) to reach Wimbledon second round on June 30, 2026.
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IO Interactive announces layoffs after Xbox ends Project Fantasy partnership
IO Interactive revealed layoffs following Xbox’s exit from their partnership on the fantasy RPG Project Fantasy.
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Frank Lampard extends Coventry City contract until 2029 after Championship win
Frank Lampard signed a contract extension to remain Coventry City manager until 2029 after leading them to the Championship title and Premier League promotion.