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Fed Officials Debated June 2026 Rate Hike but Kept Rates at 3.5%-3.75%
At the June 16-17 meeting, Federal Reserve officials considered raising interest rates amid inflation risks but voted unanimously to maintain current levels.
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US judge orders Donald Trump to pay E. Jean Carroll $5 million for assault and defamation
A US federal judge ordered Donald Trump to pay writer E. Jean Carroll $5 million in damages for sexual assault and defamation after a 2023 jury verdict.
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OpenAI launches GPT-Live voice models enabling simultaneous speaking and listening
OpenAI released GPT-Live-1 and GPT-Live-1 mini voice models that support full duplex conversation, allowing the AI to speak and listen at the same time.
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Trump warns of renewed US strikes on Iran after ceasefire breakdown at NATO summit
On July 8, 2026, US President Trump warned the US will likely strike Iran again, declaring the ceasefire deal over amid rising tensions.
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Philippine Senate Secretary begins impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte
The Philippine Senate began the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on July 6, 2026, over allegations of graft, bribery, and assassination plots.
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US celebrates 250th Independence Day with Trump speech and global congratulations
President Trump warned of a 'communist menace' in a July 3 speech as the US marked its 250th Independence Day with international messages and events.
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Donald Trump posts AI-generated video depicting himself as doctor treating critics for 'Trump Derangement Syndrome'
On July 1, 2026, former President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated video portraying himself as a doctor treating celebrity critics for 'Trump Derangement Syndrome'.
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Two Arrested After Climbing Empire State Building Antenna for Proposal and Banner
Two Russian climbers scaled the Empire State Building antenna on July 1, proposed marriage, displayed a banner, and were arrested in New York City.
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Village People lead singer Victor Willis dies at 74 after brief illness
Victor Willis, lead singer and co-founder of the Village People, died June 30, 2026, at age 74 following a short but aggressive illness.
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Nike forecasts revenue decline despite tariff refund as China sales fall sharply
Nike reported a 1% drop in Q4 revenue to $10.97 billion and expects further declines amid weak China sales despite tariff refund gains.
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US Imposes 15% Tariff and Minimum Prices on Polysilicon to Curtail Chinese Imports
President Donald Trump signed an order imposing a 15% tariff and minimum import prices on polysilicon products, effective December 4, 2026.
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Mauricio Pochettino extends contract as US men’s soccer coach through 2030 World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino signed a contract extension to remain head coach of the US men’s national soccer team through the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
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US DOJ Drops Vandalism Charges Against Former Olympian Over Lincoln Memorial Damage
The US Justice Department dismissed felony vandalism charges against ex-Olympian David Hearn linked to Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool damage.
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Israeli airstrikes in Gaza kill at least eight Palestinians amid stalled Hamas disarmament talks
Israeli forces killed at least eight Palestinians, including children, in Gaza airstrikes amid stalled talks over Hamas disarmament and troop withdrawals.
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Drone attack causes fire on US-owned tanker at Egypt’s Damietta port amid regional conflict
A drone struck the US-owned gas storage tanker Energos Winter at Egypt’s Damietta port on July 29, causing fires but no casualties.
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Jay Clayton Confirmed as US Director of National Intelligence, Replacing Bill Pulte
The Senate confirmed Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence by a 51-47 vote on July 28, 2026, succeeding acting DNI Bill Pulte.
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Iran reports $18 billion in oil sales during 2026 US-Iran war and ceasefire
Iran's oil ministry said it sold $18 billion in oil during the 2026 US-Iran conflict and ceasefire period.
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Trump orders warning signs at Smithsonian National Museum of American History over 'inaccurate' exhibits
President Donald Trump signed an executive order requiring warning signs at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History about alleged inaccuracies in exhibits.
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Google launches selfie video sign-in to aid account access and recovery
Google introduced a new selfie video sign-in feature for account access and recovery starting July 23, 2026.
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US lawmakers introduce AI Kill Switch Act to halt rogue AI systems
Reps. Ted Lieu and Nathaniel Moran introduced bipartisan bill empowering DHS to shut down dangerous AI models.
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US Launches Air Strikes on Iran After Deadly Iranian Missile and Drone Attacks on US Bases
Iran attacked US military facilities in Jordan and Kuwait on July 17, killing two soldiers; the US responded with multiple air strikes on Iranian targets starting July 18.
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2026 FIFA World Cup final features first-ever halftime show with global stars
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey included the tournament's first-ever halftime show featuring Coldplay, Madonna, BTS, and others.
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Ryan Fox wins the 154th British Open at Royal Birkdale with final birdie
Ryan Fox clinched the 154th British Open at Royal Birkdale on July 19 with a birdie on the last hole, finishing 10-under-par.
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Trump alleges China stole 220 million US voter records during 2020 election
On July 16, 2026, Donald Trump accused China of stealing massive US voter data linked to the 2020 election and vowed to declassify related intelligence.