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Global ocean surface temperature hits record 20.96°C in July 2026
In July 2026, global ocean surface temperature between 60°N and 60°S reached a record 20.96°C, surpassing the 2023 high.
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Spain battles wildfires and evacuations amid heightened risks before total solar eclipse
Authorities evacuated over 1,000 people and warned of wildfire risks ahead of Spain's August 12 solar eclipse.
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Atletico Madrid sign Tottenham captain Cristian Romero for €40 million
Atletico Madrid have agreed a €40 million deal to sign Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, who leaves after five seasons with the club.
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Italian Police Recover Stolen Paintings by Cezanne, Renoir, and Matisse Near Parma
Italian police found three stolen paintings by Cezanne, Renoir, and Matisse from a museum near Parma following a March 2026 burglary.
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16 Bangladeshi Workers Killed in Riyadh Sofa Factory Fire
At least 16 Bangladeshi nationals died in a fire at a sofa factory in Riyadh on August 9, 2026.
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Jose Mourinho Withdrew from Manchester United Manager Role in 2013 After Signing Contract
Jose Mourinho signed to replace Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United in 2013 but withdrew soon after to return to Chelsea.
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Netflix delays The Witcher Season 5 release to 2027
Netflix has postponed the release of The Witcher Season 5 from 2026 to 2027 after completing filming in 2025.
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Raul Fernandez wins British MotoGP at Silverstone; Jorge Martin extends championship lead
Raul Fernandez won the British MotoGP at Silverstone, while Jorge Martin finished second to extend his championship lead.
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Iran says no direct talks with US, only mediated message exchanges amid tensions
Iran’s foreign minister said on August 9 that Tehran is not holding direct negotiations with the US but communicating only via mediators.
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Four die in helicopter crash near Vista Chinesa in Rio's Tijuca National Park
A sightseeing helicopter crashed in Rio de Janeiro's Tijuca National Park on August 8, killing four people on board.
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Kano state marries 1,500 couples in mass wedding to aid low-income families
Kano state government held a mass wedding for 1,500 couples to support low-income families unable to afford marriage costs.
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Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Will Stay Closed Until US Meets Six Demands
Iran’s top security official declared the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the US meets Tehran’s six demands.
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Opposition MP throws eggs at Kosovo's acting Prime Minister during parliamentary session
Opposition MP Time Kadrijaj threw eggs at Kosovo’s acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti during a session on August 8, prompting suspension of parliament.
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Fenway Sports Group sells 30% stake in Liverpool FC to consortium including Jeff Bezos
Fenway Sports Group agreed to sell 30% of Liverpool Football Club to a consortium led by Amit Bhatia, including Jeff Bezos.
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Palestinian Doctor Hussam Abu Safia Detained by Israel Faces Health Crisis in Custody
Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, a Palestinian pediatrician detained by Israel since December 2024, suffers severe health decline amid alleged torture and denied release appeals.
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France's top court strikes down social media ban for under-15s
France’s Constitutional Council invalidated a law banning social media access for children under 15, citing freedom of expression and privacy violations.
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Philippine GDP Growth Slows to 2.3% in Q2 2026 Amid Inflation and Spending Cuts
Philippine GDP grew 2.3% year-on-year in Q2 2026, slower than expected due to inflation and reduced public spending.
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FCC Repeals 39% National TV Ownership Cap Allowing Greater Media Consolidation
On August 6, 2026, the FCC voted 2-1 to repeal the national TV ownership cap that limited reach to 39% of U.S. households.
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At least 300 children killed in Gaza since October 2025 ceasefire announcement
At least 300 children have died in Gaza since a ceasefire was announced in October 2025, with daily casualties continuing amid a worsening humanitarian crisis.
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Argentina sets July 15 as National Football Teams Day after 2026 World Cup semifinal win over England
Argentina's Football Association named July 15 National Football Teams Day to honor the 2026 World Cup semifinal victory over England.
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Japan urges US to halt use of Mario, Pokémon, Naruto in political social media posts
Since March 2025, Japan has repeatedly requested the US government stop using its anime and game characters in official political social media content.
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Ryanair flight passenger partially sucked out after engine fan blade failure
A Ryanair flight suffered engine failure July 10 near Thessaloniki, partially sucking passenger Ljubisa Karović out of the plane before emergency landing.
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Halo Studios lays off staff following Halo: Campaign Evolved release
Halo Studios laid off several employees, including key staff, shortly after releasing Halo: Campaign Evolved in early August 2026.
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Nigel Farage wins Clacton by-election with 63% amid major party boycott
Nigel Farage won the Clacton by-election against comedian Count Binface, securing about 22,239 votes in a poll boycotted by major UK parties.