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EconomyChina’s rare earth curbs put $6.5 trillion of Western industry at risk, IEA says

The International Energy Agency warned on Thursday that fully enforcing China’s rare earth export restrictions could place $6.5 trillion in downstream production outside China at risk. The warning highlights the potential reach of Beijing’s controls across industrial supply chains. Western manufacturing is presented as particularly exposed to disruptions in rare earth access. The estimate covers production downstream from the restricted materials.

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China’s rare earth curbs put $6.5 trillion of Western industry at risk, IEA says

SportsArgentina players’ Falklands banner sparks controversy at World Cup

Argentina’s players displayed a banner after defeating England at the World Cup. It declared, “The Malvinas are Argentine.” The gesture sparked controversy. The message invoked Argentina’s claim over the Falkland Islands.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-16 04:54

Argentina players’ Falklands banner sparks controversy at World Cup

Argentina face fine for Falklands banner after semi-final win
Argentina could be fined by Fifa after players displayed a banner supporting the country’s claims to the Falkland Islands. The banner appeared during celebrations following their World Cup semi-final victory over England. The incident may now lead to disciplinary action against the team.
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BBBC News★★☆☆☆2026-07-15 22:49Original
‘The Malvinas are Argentinian’: World Cup holders celebrate victory over England with Falklands banner
Argentina’s players celebrated their World Cup semi-final victory over England by displaying a banner declaring that the Malvinas are Argentinian. The message referred to the 1982 Falklands conflict. Argentina had been trailing 1-0 with five minutes remaining in Atlanta before scoring twice in quick succession. The result sent the holders into a second consecutive World Cup final, where they will meet Spain in New Jersey on Sunday.
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TThe Guardian★★☆☆☆2026-07-15 22:03Original

EconomyMorning Bid: This AI, it will make a profit, right?

The item looks ahead to the day in European and global markets. It centers on a pointed question about whether artificial intelligence will generate profits. The framing is brief and questioning, presenting profitability as the key issue for the market outlook.

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RReutersOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-07-16 04:40

Morning Bid: This AI, it will make a profit, right?

SocietyLiving through sizzling temperatures in Banda, one of the world's hottest towns

Banda, a town in northern India, has been facing extreme heat for weeks. Daytime temperatures have repeatedly climbed to 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Even overnight, the temperature has failed to fall below 93 F. Residents are enduring persistent heat that offers little relief after sunset. The conditions place Banda among the hottest towns in the world.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-16 04:30

Living through sizzling temperatures in Banda, one of the world's hottest towns

SocietyA Message to Parents Whose Children Have Never Caught Insects or Played in Satoyama

Real experiences in nature can foster intellectual curiosity and creativity. They have also served as formative experiences for many prominent people. Education critic Chikara Oyano explains the effects such experiences may have later. The article addresses parents whose children have never caught insects or enjoyed play in satoyama landscapes, presenting nature contact as an important part of childhood learning.

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TToyo KeizaiOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-07-16 04:00

A Message to Parents Whose Children Have Never Caught Insects or Played in Satoyama

SocietyHow descendants of Taiwan’s political victims seek truth amid the fog of White Terror

This year marks the 39th anniversary of Taiwan’s lifting of martial law. At the beginning of the year, a wave of interest in catching up on Taiwan’s history swept the island. Many people explored memories from their families’ martial-law years for the first time and visited archives to search for declassified political records.

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How descendants of Taiwan’s political victims seek truth amid the fog of White Terror

WorldRussian, Myanmar special forces hold joint skills demonstration — Russian Defense Ministry

Russian and Myanmar special forces held a joint demonstration of military skills, according to the Russian Defense Ministry. During the training, servicemen from both countries used FPV drones and the Kurier ground robotic system. The exercise highlighted the use of these systems in the forces’ joint training activities.

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TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-16 02:33

Russian, Myanmar special forces hold joint skills demonstration — Russian Defense Ministry

PoliticsJapan’s Upper House budget committee agrees to intensive deliberations on the 17th

Japan’s House of Councillors Budget Committee held a meeting of its directors. The ruling and opposition parties formally agreed to hold intensive deliberations on the 17th, the final day of the parliamentary session. Prime Minister Takaichi will be asked to attend the proceedings.

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NNHK NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-16 02:11

Japan’s Upper House budget committee agrees to intensive deliberations on the 17th

PoliticsJD Vance says Trump administration ‘absolutely screwed up the comms’ around Epstein files

Vice President JD Vance said the Trump administration handled communications about the Jeffrey Epstein files very badly. He argued that the government should have released all of the files immediately. Vance nevertheless insisted that the administration was not attempting to hide information. His comments criticize the rollout while rejecting the claim that concealment was the goal.

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CCNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-16 01:59

JD Vance says Trump administration ‘absolutely screwed up the comms’ around Epstein files

Vance says Trump administration ‘screwed up’ communications around Epstein files
Vice President JD Vance says the Trump administration mishandled its communications about the Epstein files and what they contain. He described the failure as absolute, directly acknowledging that the administration handled the public messaging poorly. Vance’s criticism focuses on how officials communicated about the files and their contents, rather than offering a separate assessment of the underlying material.
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TThe Associated Press★★★☆☆2026-07-15 21:21Original

EconomyOil prices rise for fourth day as US strikes on Iran stoke wider-conflict fears

Oil prices climbed for a fourth consecutive day on Thursday after the United States launched a new wave of strikes against Iranian military installations. The attacks heightened fears that full-scale conflict could resume. Markets are also concerned about possible supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz. Those risks helped drive crude prices higher as investors assessed the threat of a broader confrontation.

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RReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-07-16 01:40

Oil prices rise for fourth day as US strikes on Iran stoke wider-conflict fears

MAJORUS Launches More Strikes as Iran Says No Plan for Talks
The United States has launched additional strikes, while Iran says it has no plan to hold talks. The two sides remain at odds over whether diplomacy is currently possible. The development concerns continuing direct military action between Washington and Tehran. It marks another step in the confrontation as the United States increases its strikes and Iran rejects plans for negotiations.
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BBloomberg News★★★★★2026-07-15 22:30Original
US airstrikes in Iran kill 35 over past day, authorities say
US airstrikes in Iran killed 35 people over the past day, according to authorities. Health Ministry spokesman Hossein Kermanpour said the number of citizens killed could rise. The statement presents the toll as a preliminary figure while the attacks continue to be assessed.
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TTASS★★★★☆2026-07-15 22:29Original
MAJORTrump weighs options for expanding US military operations in Iran
President Donald Trump has been presented with options for expanding the military operation in Iran, according to people familiar with the matter. The discussions included a Situation Room meeting on Tuesday. The account indicates that further military action is under consideration, while no final decision is described. The options were reportedly reviewed as part of ongoing deliberations over the operation’s scope.
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MAJORIran says peace deal voided, fighting an ‘existential war’ after US attacks
Iran says the peace deal is no longer valid after the United States launched new attacks. Washington announced the fresh wave on Wednesday night. Explosions were reportedly heard in Bandar Abbas, Chabahar and Ahvaz. Tehran describes the ensuing fighting as an “existential war.”
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AAl Jazeera★★★★★2026-07-15 21:46Original
Pezeshkian vows Iran will defend ‘every inch’ of its territory
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian vowed that Iran would defend every inch of its territory. He said attempts to tear the country apart would be resisted. The remarks present a defiant position from Tehran amid the ongoing crisis. His pledge focuses on territorial defense and national unity.
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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-07-15 20:34Original
MAJORUS military announces additional strikes on Iran
US Central Command, which oversees the Middle East, announced that it began additional attacks against Iran at 3 p.m. Eastern Time on the 15th, or 4 a.m. Japan time on the 16th. The announcement said attacks on Iran had continued for five consecutive days. Operations have continued since the 15th.
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NNHK News★★★★★2026-07-15 20:18Original
Trump says no deadline set for expanding strikes on Iran
US President Donald Trump says no deadline has been set for expanding strikes on Iran. He adds that Iran’s leadership should be “better behaved,” framing the demand as a condition for its conduct while leaving the timing of any broader action open.
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TTASS★★★★☆2026-07-15 19:59Original
Vance: US will not conduct ground operation to change Iran’s government
Vance says the United States will not carry out a ground operation aimed at changing Iran’s government. He states that Washington is currently working to ensure oil and gas can be transported without obstruction. He also says the United States seeks to prevent Iran from pursuing a nuclear weapons program. According to Vance, diplomacy and military power will be used to achieve those aims.
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TTASS★★★★☆2026-07-15 19:40Original
MAJORCENTCOM: US launches second wave of strikes on Iran
The US Central Command says American forces have launched a second wave of strikes on Iran. The operation is aimed at Iranian military capabilities described as being used to threaten vessels. Those vessels are freely transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The statement directly links the strikes to the protection of shipping through the strategic waterway.
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TTASS★★★★★2026-07-15 19:39Original
MAJORUS reimposes blockade and steps up strikes as Iran threatens to halt Mideast energy exports
The United States has restored a naval blockade against Iran and intensified its air campaign. The move is described as retaliation for attacks by Tehran on ships attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz. Iran is threatening to stop energy exports from the Middle East. The developments deepen the military confrontation between Washington and Tehran and place the strategic waterway at the center of the crisis.
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TThe Associated Press★★★★★2026-07-15 19:33Original
MAJOREXCLUSIVE: US strikes on Iran strengthen Trump’s options for new escalation, officials say
Three U.S. officials said recent waves of American strikes on Iran were intended in part to force open the Strait of Hormuz. The attacks are also targeting Iranian military capabilities, they said. Those capabilities are ones Washington would want to destroy before carrying out more complex operations against Iran. The officials’ comments indicate that the strikes are strengthening Donald Trump’s options for a further escalation.
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RReuters★★★★★2026-07-15 19:10Original
MAJORUS launches ‘wave of strikes’ on Iran as Tehran threatens to halt regional energy exports
The US military carried out rare daytime attacks on Iran on Wednesday, including a 90-minute wave of strikes. Washington also reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports. Tehran said it responded by attacking “US military targets” in Gulf states. Iran then threatened to stop energy exports across the region, raising the stakes in the confrontation.
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MAJORUS and Iran continue strikes despite memorandum of understanding
The United States and Iran are continuing to launch strikes despite having a memorandum of understanding. The development comes as the US reinstates its naval blockade. President Donald Trump is also threatening to bomb Iranian power plants and bridges unless Tehran returns to the negotiating table. The warning adds pressure to an already ongoing military confrontation between the two countries.
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MAJORMapping the latest US strikes across Iran
US attacks in Iran have killed dozens of people, while Iranian forces have targeted bases across the region. The reciprocal strikes are placing a fragile ceasefire under mounting pressure. The escalation is pushing the truce closer to collapse. The latest developments underscore the widening scope of direct military confrontation between the United States and Iran.
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AAl Jazeera★★★★★2026-07-15 17:38Original
MAJORChaos and confusion leave US no closer to resolving the Strait of Hormuz crisis
Donald Trump’s war with Iran has entered a murkier phase, with both sides moving increasingly far from the vague memorandum of understanding signed on 17 June. The confusion that marked the opening phase of the conflict has returned. The US leader’s objectives and methods remain clouded by daily reversals and boasts that are exposed as false within hours. After five months of U-turns and misleading claims, Trump is left in a worse position than when he began.
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TThe Guardian★★★★★2026-07-15 17:32Original
US-Iran: Why the cycle of war, talks, repeat?
Why does the conflict keep being reignited? Carrie Lee of the German Marshall Fund of the US argues that the Iran War persists because both sides seemingly believe that maintaining continuous conflict gives them greater leverage in negotiations. The result is a repeating cycle of war and talks between Washington and Tehran, with each side apparently viewing confrontation as a way to strengthen its bargaining position.
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FFrance 24★★★★☆2026-07-15 16:37Original
Trump Vows to Intensify Iran Attacks as Oil Climbs
Donald Trump has vowed to intensify attacks on Iran. Oil prices are climbing as the conflict continues to shape market attention. The update urges readers to catch up on the latest developments. It offers no further details beyond the pledge and the rise in oil prices.
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BBloomberg News★★★★☆2026-07-15 16:30Original
MAJORWho is calling the shots in Iran amid the deadly war with the US?
Iran’s internal chain of command has come under scrutiny during its deadly war with the United States. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has taken the lead, especially on matters involving the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s government says it is aligned with the IRGC’s position. The account points to the military organisation’s prominent role while emphasising that officials present a united front.
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AAl Jazeera★★★★★2026-07-15 15:35Original
Trump Backpedals on Hormuz Cargo Fee Amid Gulf State Pushback
Donald Trump is backing away from a proposed cargo fee connected to the Strait of Hormuz as Gulf states push back. The US maritime blockade has resumed, while some ships are still crossing the passage. Attacks across the region continue, keeping pressure on the contested route and its users.
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BBloomberg News★★★★☆2026-07-15 15:30Original
Trump suggests probe findings on Iran school strike may never be released
The US president has suggested that the findings of an investigation into a strike on a school in Iran may never be made public. He does not believe the inquiry can produce a conclusive report. The remarks concern the investigation and possible disclosure of information surrounding the attack amid the US-Iran conflict.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-07-15 15:06Original
Iran operation could cost US $100 billion — NBC
The US operation in Iran could ultimately cost as much as $100 billion, according to estimates cited by NBC. Some sources put the price of repairing US military infrastructure in Bahrain alone at about $1 billion. The figures are presented as estimates from unnamed sources and highlight the potentially enormous infrastructure costs associated with the operation.
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TTASS★★★★☆2026-07-15 13:59Original
As the US restarts war on Iran, is its weapons stockpile running low?
The United States has restarted its war against Iran. Since the conflict began in February, it has used a significant number of munitions. That expenditure is raising questions about whether the US weapons stockpile is running low.
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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-07-15 12:55Original
MAJORMiddle East live: US military launches fresh ‘wave of strikes’ on Iran
The US military launched a new “wave of strikes” against Iran on Wednesday, according to CENTCOM. The announcement followed an Iranian government spokesperson’s claim that more than 30 civilians had been killed in US air strikes on the country’s southern region in recent days. Tehran responded quickly, while Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain each reported attacks. Developments are continuing in the region as the live coverage tracks the latest updates.
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FFrance 24★★★★★2026-07-15 11:47Original

WorldExpert: Russian forces systematically push Ukrainian troops from Omelnik

Expert Andrey Marochko said Russian forces are systematically pushing Ukrainian troops away from Omelnik. He reported that Russian troops have been particularly successful in advancing around Novoselovka and Verkhnyaya Tersa. The assessment describes localized battlefield movement and continued Russian pressure on Ukrainian positions in those areas.

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Expert: Russian forces systematically push Ukrainian troops from Omelnik

HealthUS blocks Americans in DR Congo from immediate commercial flights home, citing Ebola

The United States has introduced restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The State Department says American citizens and nationals who were in the country within the previous 21 days cannot enter the United States on commercial aviation. The measure prevents people currently in the African country from immediately flying home through commercial services. US officials cited the outbreak as the reason for the restrictions.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-16 01:20

US blocks Americans in DR Congo from immediate commercial flights home, citing Ebola

TechWhat to Know About US Emergency Alerts That Guard Against Blackouts

After roughly two decades of flat electricity demand, US power grids are coming under mounting strain. The immense amount of electricity required by artificial intelligence and industrial advances is colliding with extreme weather linked to climate change. The piece explains emergency alerts designed to help guard against blackouts as these pressures intensify. It focuses on the warning system and the growing demands confronting America’s grids.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-16 00:00

What to Know About US Emergency Alerts That Guard Against Blackouts

SocietyCold War bunker set for luxury makeover as ‘doomsday’ condos

A former Canadian government nuclear bomb shelter in rural Nova Scotia could soon be converted into the country’s first large-scale luxury survival shelter. The Cold War-era facility is being reimagined as high-end accommodation designed around survival. The proposed project has been framed as “doomsday” condos, highlighting the contrast between its original defensive purpose and its new luxury positioning.

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BBBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-15 23:35

Cold War bunker set for luxury makeover as ‘doomsday’ condos

HealthNeither Overweight Nor Underweight, Yet Still Tired? The Nutrient You Should Take Soon

People can continue to feel exhausted even when they are neither overweight nor underweight. Persistent fatigue that does not seem to lift, along with unexplained lethargy, may actually be linked to what is described as “hidden anemia.” Because this condition can be difficult to notice, recognizing what lies behind it and beginning effective measures today may be important. The article focuses on the nutrient that people with this kind of fatigue should consume promptly.

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TToyo KeizaiOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-15 23:30

Neither Overweight Nor Underweight, Yet Still Tired? The Nutrient You Should Take Soon

WorldVerdict expected in trial over Italy’s Genoa bridge collapse

Judges in Genoa are expected to issue their verdict on Thursday in the trial concerning the collapse of a motorway bridge in the Italian port city. The bridge fell in 2018, killing 43 people. The proceedings have focused on the circumstances surrounding the deadly collapse. The court’s decision is now awaited.

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Verdict expected in trial over Italy’s Genoa bridge collapse

Society26-year-old Colombian food delivery driver dies in Biddeford

Joan Sebastian Durán Guerrero, a 26-year-old food delivery driver from Colombia, died Monday in Biddeford. The historic city lies on the Atlantic coast. Neighbors remembered him as a good man and a hard worker. His death has drawn attention to the young worker’s life in the community.

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26-year-old Colombian food delivery driver dies in Biddeford

EconomyNigeria launches $500 million farm fund to drive food security

Nigeria has launched a $500 million agriculture investment fund for the oil-producing Niger Delta region. Vice President Kashim Shettima said the initiative is intended to increase food production, draw in private investment and reinforce food security. The fund places agricultural investment at the center of efforts in the region. Its stated goals combine higher output with stronger participation from private investors.

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Nigeria launches $500 million farm fund to drive food security

SportsStacks of obsolete wax packs revive the joy of baseball-card childhoods

For generations of baseball-card fans, one small ritual carried a special thrill: gathering enough change and racing to a nearby convenience store for a wax pack. The packaging is now obsolete, but piles of those packs still evoke the excitement of childhood collecting. Their familiar appearance recalls a time when a simple purchase could become a moment of anticipation and delight for young fans. The memory endures through the objects themselves.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-07-15 23:00

Stacks of obsolete wax packs revive the joy of baseball-card childhoods

WorldChile Braces for Intense Storm as Flooding and Power Outages Loom

Chile has intensified emergency preparations ahead of a major winter storm expected to affect much of the country. Forecasts call for heavy rain, powerful winds and snow, creating the risk of flooding and landslides. The storm could also disrupt electricity supplies, prompting authorities to prepare for possible outages and other impacts from the severe weather.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-15 23:00

Chile Braces for Intense Storm as Flooding and Power Outages Loom

WorldLong-range Ukrainian strikes possible only with Western help, Russian Security Council says

Russian Security Council Deputy Secretary Yury Kokov says Ukraine can carry out long-range strikes only with Western assistance. He specifically points to Kyiv receiving technical support for reconnaissance, targeting and logistics. The statement links Ukraine’s ability to conduct such operations directly to outside help. Kokov presents the Western role as necessary for the strikes to be possible.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-15 22:52

Long-range Ukrainian strikes possible only with Western help, Russian Security Council says

TechCadence launches AI agent to accelerate circuit board and chip packaging design

Cadence Design Systems launched an artificial-intelligence “super agent” on Wednesday. The tool is designed to create printed circuit boards and chip packages. Its release extends the company’s effort to automate more of the engineering process. Cadence is broadening the role of AI in design work.

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Cadence launches AI agent to accelerate circuit board and chip packaging design

TechHP’s OLED 2-in-1 laptop is a solid back-to-school deal

With storage and memory prices still at record highs, discounts on capable laptops remain unusual. Best Buy is offering the HP OmniBook X Flip 2-in-1 for $999.99, reduced from its usual $1,649.99 price. The laptop includes an Intel Core 7 Ultra processor, 16GB of memory, and an OLED display, making it a notable back-to-school option.

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TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-15 22:47

HP’s OLED 2-in-1 laptop is a solid back-to-school deal

WorldUS military to start testosterone testing, Hegseth says

US military officials will begin a testosterone testing programme, according to Pete Hegseth. In a video, Hegseth said the initiative would provide service members with the best medical care in the world. He presented the programme as fulfilling an obligation to the military’s personnel. The announcement focuses on the planned testing and its stated medical-care purpose.

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BBBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-15 22:46

US military to start testosterone testing, Hegseth says

Hegseth announces new testosterone deficiency screening program for troops
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a new screening program for “testosterone deficiency” among troops. He described the initiative as necessary to help service members perform at their “absolute best.” The announcement focuses on the stated purpose of the program, without outlining its implementation or scope. It marks a new personnel-health measure within the military under Hegseth’s leadership.
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EconomyEXCLUSIVE: Airbus, Boeing charter giant Antonov jet to ease supply snags

Airbus and Boeing have recently chartered one of the world’s largest cargo aircraft, according to Reuters. The Antonov jet is being used to accelerate shipments of aerostructures for some civil and military aircraft. The move points to continuing strain in the aerospace supply chain, despite efforts to speed deliveries. Both manufacturers are relying on the unusual airlift to address shipping bottlenecks affecting components.

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EXCLUSIVE: Airbus, Boeing charter giant Antonov jet to ease supply snags

EconomyBrazil retailer Assaí to launch pharmacy operation with São Paulo store

Brazilian retailer Assaí says it will begin operating its own pharmacy business on Thursday. The company plans to open its first pharmacy unit in São Paulo state. The move marks Assaí’s entry into the pharmaceutical sector. It represents an expansion of the retailer’s business beyond its existing operations.

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Brazil retailer Assaí to launch pharmacy operation with São Paulo store

TechApple reportedly raising AppleCare Plus prices for Macs and iPads

Apple is reportedly preparing to make AppleCare Plus more expensive for new Mac and iPad subscribers. Monthly prices are expected to rise by $0.50, while annual plans will increase by $5. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that the changes apply to new sign-ups. Under the revised pricing, coverage for a new 13-inch MacBook Air will cost $7.99, up from its previous price. The report presents the increase as an upcoming change to Apple’s subscription plans.

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TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-15 22:39

Apple reportedly raising AppleCare Plus prices for Macs and iPads

WorldRussia hits Kyiv with ballistic missiles as Ukraine reels from latest political shock

Explosions shook Kyiv shortly before 1 a.m. local time, according to Kyiv Independent journalists reporting from the scene. Tymur Tkachenko, who heads the Kyiv City Military Administration, said Russia was attacking the city with ballistic missiles. The strike came as Ukraine was reeling from its latest political shock. The report described the attack on the capital without adding further details about its consequences.

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TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★★★☆2026-07-15 22:31

Russia hits Kyiv with ballistic missiles as Ukraine reels from latest political shock

PoliticsChina’s Wang Huning meets top North Korean official in Pyongyang, KCNA says

China’s Wang Huning held talks in Pyongyang with Jo Yong Won, a senior official of North Korea’s ruling Workers’ Party, North Korean state media KCNA reported on Thursday. Wang is identified as a member of the Communist Party Politburo Standing Committee. The meeting brought together senior figures from the ruling parties of China and North Korea. KCNA provided the report on the talks.

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China’s Wang Huning meets top North Korean official in Pyongyang, KCNA says

ScienceScientists believe they may have solved the mystery of the Medici couple’s deaths

The Medici were a powerful Italian dynasty that ruled Florence and Tuscany almost continuously from 1434 to 1737. The mysterious deaths of a husband and wife in the family have long fueled rumors about what caused their untimely demise. Scientists now believe they may have an answer to the enduring mystery.

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CCNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-15 22:30

Scientists believe they may have solved the mystery of the Medici couple’s deaths

Society“Cool Stroller Seat and Good Design Award”: How a Nagano Baby Brand Grew Through Its Improvement Cycle

Kerata, a local baby brand from Nagano founded after experience at a foreign-affiliated company, says user feedback powered its hit products. The company notifies all employees about low-rated reviews and uses them in an ongoing improvement cycle. Its story asks why making customer voices a habit can help create a brand people choose.

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TToyo KeizaiOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-15 22:30

“Cool Stroller Seat and Good Design Award”: How a Nagano Baby Brand Grew Through Its Improvement Cycle

PoliticsMore than 100 House Democrats vote to block billions in military aid to Israel

More than 100 Democrats in the US House voted in an effort to block billions of dollars in military aid to Israel. The effort ultimately failed, but it exposed a growing divide within the party over the issue. The vote underscored how increasingly split House Democrats are on support for Israel’s military assistance.

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CCNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-15 22:21

More than 100 House Democrats vote to block billions in military aid to Israel

EconomyRussian streetwear founder says draft notices cost him key staff as Marcelo Miracles nears closure

Russian streetwear brand Marcelo Miracles is close to shutting down, according to its founder, Mark Rodovsky. He announced the development in a video that appeared on his Instagram page and the company’s social media accounts on July 14. Rodovsky said draft notices had taken away key members of his staff. The brand is also being battered by falling sales and a fuel crisis.

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MMeduzaOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-15 22:20

Russian streetwear founder says draft notices cost him key staff as Marcelo Miracles nears closure

SocietyDoes a Visible ‘You Should Buy This’ Push Turn Consumers Off? Beauty Communities and Selective Spending

The way people gather beauty information and choose products has been changing in recent years. From around 2021 to 2022, the term “community” began spreading on social media to describe groups that share common interests and values. These groups exchange information, shaping new patterns in beauty-related consumption. At the same time, consumers may be increasingly sensitive to recommendations that visibly reveal an intention to make them buy, or that press the message “this is the one for you.”

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TToyo KeizaiOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-07-15 22:20

Does a Visible ‘You Should Buy This’ Push Turn Consumers Off? Beauty Communities and Selective Spending

TechValve says iFixit will keep selling Steam Deck batteries after all

Valve says iFixit will continue selling replacement batteries for the Steam Deck LCD handheld after all. The possibility that Valve was discontinuing the battery had surprised customers who rely on repairs. Such a move would have prevented people from simply buying a replacement from iFixit and installing it themselves. The reversal matters because Valve has built a reputation for being unusually friendly toward customers who need to repair their devices.

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Valve says iFixit will keep selling Steam Deck batteries after all

SportsMessi named Man of the Match in World Cup semifinal win over England

Argentina forward Lionel Messi was named Man of the Match after the team’s World Cup semifinal victory over England. Messi contributed two assists in the game, helping Argentina secure the win.

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Messi named Man of the Match in World Cup semifinal win over England

EconomyAs Fed Chair Warsh stays silent on policy, colleagues speak out

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said this week that he is determined to bring inflation down. He offered no indication of how he intends to achieve that goal. At the same time, his colleagues publicly shared their own assessments of the economic outlook. They also outlined their views on interest rates. The contrast leaves Warsh’s policy approach unstated while other officials make their positions known.

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As Fed Chair Warsh stays silent on policy, colleagues speak out

SocietyUnited by grief, Brazilian mothers demand reparations after police killed their sons

A group of Brazilian mothers whose sons were killed by police is pressing for a nationwide policy to support relatives of victims of state violence. The women are also seeking public funding to finance their activities. Their demands center on assistance for families affected by police killings and reparations for the harm they say was caused. The campaign brings together mothers united by the loss of their sons.

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United by grief, Brazilian mothers demand reparations after police killed their sons

PoliticsFCC changes rules to let local TV station owners become much bigger

The Federal Communications Commission is changing its rules governing local television station ownership. The change would allow local TV station owners to become substantially larger. The item presents the move as a major expansion of what those owners can build or control. No additional details about the specific rule changes or their timing are provided.

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FCC changes rules to let local TV station owners become much bigger

TechJPMorgan CEO Dimon calls risks from Anthropic’s Mythos AI model a ‘real issue’

JPMorgan Chase Chief Executive Officer Jamie Dimon said the risks associated with Anthropic’s Mythos artificial intelligence model are a “real issue.” He added that the US government is now on top of the matter. Dimon’s comments highlight concern over the model’s potential risks and the government’s current attention to them.

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JPMorgan CEO Dimon calls risks from Anthropic’s Mythos AI model a ‘real issue’

CultureWhy is HYBE JAPAN’s new act heading to local live houses? aoen’s 47-prefecture tour tests a J-pop strategy

HYBE JAPAN’s new act aoen is in the middle of a training-style tour of live music venues across all 47 prefectures of Japan. Rather than relying on established K-pop formulas, the group is trying a Japanese approach to build its fan base. The tour offers a test of HYBE JAPAN’s J-pop strategy and its prospects for success.

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Why is HYBE JAPAN’s new act heading to local live houses? aoen’s 47-prefecture tour tests a J-pop strategy

Economy‘Almost too good to be true’: Luxurious all-you-can-eat yakiniku chain moves toward nationwide expansion

Premium Karubi has drawn attention for offering an unusually lavish menu at an affordable price. Diners can enjoy all-you-can-eat rare beef tenderloin and misuji, along with handmade desserts and 18 varieties of gelato. The yakiniku chain is now moving to expand nationwide, bringing its value-focused premium format beyond its existing reach.

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‘Almost too good to be true’: Luxurious all-you-can-eat yakiniku chain moves toward nationwide expansion

SocietyGyomu Super’s yakiniku buffet draws weekend waits of up to five hours

Premium Karubi, a yakiniku chain, is attracting attention with waits of up to five hours on weekends. Its appeal lies in combining grilled meat with high-end desserts. The restaurant employs a dedicated pastry chef and offers 18 varieties of gelato. An interview explores why a yakiniku chain has chosen to serve desserts comparable to those found in hotels.

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Gyomu Super’s yakiniku buffet draws weekend waits of up to five hours

Society¥1,958 Yakiniku Lunch with All-You-Can-Eat Sweets and Gelato: Value Chain Makes Its Kansai Debut

A highly affordable restaurant chain operated by Gyomu Super has opened in the Kansai region for the first time. Its yakiniku lunch includes three kinds of meat, namul, kimchi, rice and soup. The ¥1,958 meal also comes with unlimited desserts and gelato. The writer shares impressions after visiting the new location.

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¥1,958 Yakiniku Lunch with All-You-Can-Eat Sweets and Gelato: Value Chain Makes Its Kansai Debut

PoliticsThe reality of foreigners buying property next to Japan’s Self-Defense Force and US facilities

Property purchases by foreigners, particularly Chinese capital, around important facilities linked to Japan’s security are drawing major attention. The article points to China’s National Intelligence Law and debt-trap issues in other countries as part of the background. It also raises a security gap involving a high-rise apartment in Ichigaya that offers an unobstructed view of a facility. The situation prompts questions about how Japan should address foreign acquisitions near sensitive sites.

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The reality of foreigners buying property next to Japan’s Self-Defense Force and US facilities

WorldOil on the beaches, drone attacks and fuel shortages: Why do Russians still vacation on the Black Sea coast?

Russia’s Black Sea summer holiday season is facing danger for the second year in a row. In 2025, authorities in Anapa prohibited swimming and sunbathing after two fuel tankers were wrecked, causing an environmental disaster along the coast. The restrictions were lifted in 2026, but petroleum products again reached the sea after a Ukrainian drone strike on the Tuapse oil refinery. Reporters traveled to Krasnodar Krai to examine how the region is dealing with escalating attacks and the disaster’s aftermath.

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Oil on the beaches, drone attacks and fuel shortages: Why do Russians still vacation on the Black Sea coast?

PoliticsUkraine defence minister resigns in Zelensky cabinet reshuffle

Ukraine’s Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov announced his resignation on Wednesday. His departure forms part of President Volodymyr Zelensky’s cabinet reshuffle. Fedorov had overseen a rapid expansion of Ukraine’s drone warfare capabilities. He had also directed military reforms during Russia’s full-scale invasion. The change comes as the invasion continues.

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Ukraine defence minister resigns in Zelensky cabinet reshuffle

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy has removed Ukraine’s popular defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, after six months in the role. The dismissal came during a wide-ranging government reshuffle, despite appeals from foreign partners and civil society for him to remain. Fedorov announced his departure in a Telegram post, describing service to the Ukrainian people as a “great honour.” He was widely credited with transforming the defence ministry and reducing corruption.
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Zelensky pushes out Ukraine’s defense minister after six months
Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov is set to leave his post, according to Verkhovna Rada deputies Olha Vasylevska-Smahliuk and Yaroslav Zheleznyak. The deputies said Ihor Klymenko would be offered the position. The move follows six months of Fedorov’s tenure as defense minister. Their statements frame the change as a pending government personnel decision under President Volodymyr Zelensky. No further details about the process or timing were provided.
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‘Utterly baffling’: Outrage and protest calls after Zelensky dismisses Fedorov
President Volodymyr Zelensky’s decision to dismiss Mykhailo Fedorov as defense minister has triggered strong criticism. Soldiers, veterans and civil society figures have voiced outrage over the move. They argue that Ukraine is losing one of its most effective wartime officials. Critics are also calling for protests, saying the dismissal lacks an adequate justification. The controversy is still developing.
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Ukraine war latest: Zelensky dismisses Fedorov after meeting military leaders, source says
A source says President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Defense Minister Fedorov after meeting with military leadership on July 15. An official said Lockheed Martin supports granting Ukraine licenses to produce Patriot missiles. Kerch in Crimea suffered a total blackout after what was described as a Ukrainian drone attack. Ukrainian official Madyar claimed that a Russian Mi-28 helicopter was brought down by a Ukrainian drone, while saying Russian election results were unlikely to change.
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Zelensky to submit interior minister’s candidacy for defense minister post to parliament
Zelensky plans to submit the interior minister’s candidacy for the defense minister’s post to parliament. The current head of the National Police, Ivan Vygovsky, is set to take over as interior minister. The proposed changes would shift two senior government positions. The report describes a planned personnel reshuffle in Ukraine’s leadership.
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Zelensky dismisses Defense Minister Fedorov after military leadership meeting, source says
President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed Mykhailo Fedorov as Ukraine’s defense minister, according to a Ukrainian official familiar with the matter. The official spoke to The Kyiv Independent after a meeting involving the country’s military leadership. Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko has been offered the position of Ukraine’s next defense minister. The situation remains developing.
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Zelensky to meet Fedorov as speculation over defense minister’s exit grows
Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet with Fedorov as rumors about the defense minister’s possible replacement intensify. The talks come during a week in which speculation over Fedorov’s departure has reached fever pitch. The meeting is therefore taking place under heightened attention to the minister’s political future. No outcome from the meeting is stated.
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WorldUkrainian forces attack DPR 24 times over past day

Ukrainian forces carried out 24 attacks against the Donetsk People’s Republic over the past day. Four civilians were injured in the incidents.

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Ukrainian forces attack DPR 24 times over past day

EconomyIndia raises taxes on diesel and jet fuel exports

India has increased windfall taxes on exports of diesel and aviation turbine fuel, according to a government order. The move comes as global oil prices rise amid an escalation in the U.S.-Iran conflict. The higher levies specifically target overseas shipments of the two fuels. The decision links India’s export-tax policy to the sharp movement in international oil prices.

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India raises taxes on diesel and jet fuel exports

HealthTemperatures rise again across Japan as intense heat expected

Temperatures are expected to rise again on the 16th from northern to western Japan, bringing intense heat to many areas. People are urged to use air conditioning appropriately and drink water frequently as part of thorough heatstroke prevention. Meanwhile, developed rain clouds are affecting areas centered on Hokkaido, with the report warning of possible landslide danger.

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Temperatures rise again across Japan as intense heat expected

WorldFrance denies asylum to whistleblower who exposed Wagner-linked disinformation network in Africa

A Spotlight discussion examines the clash between journalism, French national security and the country’s complex asylum policy. Ephrem Yalike-Ngonzo once took part in Russia’s disinformation campaign in the Central African Republic before becoming a whistleblower. His testimony was crucial in exposing a Wagner-linked disinformation network operating across Africa. After an intervention reportedly backed by the French presidency helped evacuate him and his family from imminent danger, French authorities reversed course and abruptly rejected his asylum application.

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France denies asylum to whistleblower who exposed Wagner-linked disinformation network in Africa

ScienceSusumu Tonegawa, Japan’s first Nobel Prize winner in Physiology or Medicine, dies at 86

Susumu Tonegawa, a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the United States, has died at the age of 86. He elucidated how antibodies, a form of immune defense that protects the body, are produced. In 1987, Tonegawa became the first Japanese recipient of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.

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Susumu Tonegawa, Japan’s first Nobel Prize winner in Physiology or Medicine, dies at 86

WorldCongo Ebola outbreak disrupts US-backed minerals talks, sources say

A worsening Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is disrupting travel and pushing back meetings connected to a critical minerals partnership backed by the United States. The initiative seeks to loosen China’s hold on Congo’s large copper and cobalt resources. Three people familiar with the matter told Reuters that the outbreak is affecting the talks. The health crisis is therefore delaying progress on the minerals partnership.

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Congo Ebola outbreak disrupts US-backed minerals talks, sources say

SportsArgentina stun England with 2-1 comeback to reach 2026 World Cup final

Holders Argentina overturned England in a highly charged match to secure a 2-1 victory. The comeback sends Argentina through to the 2026 World Cup final. They will meet Spain in the championship match after snatching the win from England. The result puts the defending champions one game away from retaining the title.

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Argentina stun England with 2-1 comeback to reach 2026 World Cup final

Argentina stun England with two late goals to reach World Cup final
Argentina scored twice late in the second half to stun England. The victory sends Argentina through to Sunday’s World Cup final. Spain will be the opponent in the decisive match.
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Defending champion Argentina beats England 2-1 to reach World Cup final
Defending champion Argentina came from behind to defeat England 2-1 and secure a place in the World Cup final. Argentina was trailing 1-0 with only the final five minutes of regulation time remaining. Enzo Fernandez then scored for Argentina, followed by substitute Lautaro Martinez. Their goals completed the late turnaround and sent the defending champion through.
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TThe Associated Press★★★☆☆2026-07-15 21:15Original
World Cup 2026: Argentina complete comeback to beat England and reach final
Argentina completed a comeback against England at the 2026 World Cup. The victory sent Argentina through to the final. England were eliminated from the tournament’s title match after the defeat.
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World Cup semifinal: England vs Argentina — a rivalry renewed
The North and Central America World Cup is about to stage its semifinal between England and Argentina. Ranked fourth in the world, England is seeking a return to the final after 60 years. World No. 1 Argentina is aiming to reach the final for a second consecutive tournament. The semifinal is scheduled for 4 a.m., with the latest developments to follow.
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England-Argentina live: Kane and Messi battle for a World Cup final spot
England and Argentina meet in Atlanta for a highly anticipated World Cup semi-final. Both teams are seeking a place in the final stage of the tournament. The Three Lions and the Albiceleste bring a long history, rivalry and star power to the decisive match. Harry Kane’s England face Lionel Messi’s Argentina in a contest billed as a battle for the ages. Follow the liveblog for minute-by-minute updates.
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Argentina’s vice president calls England ‘pirates’ ahead of World Cup semifinal
Argentina’s vice president has called England “pirates” ahead of the World Cup semifinal between the two sides. The remarks came before the highly anticipated clash. They were also made amid an ongoing sovereignty dispute between Argentina and England. The comments therefore place a politically charged label on a major football encounter.
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Argentina and England clash for a place in the World Cup final
Lionel Messi’s Argentina will face England in a headline World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with a place in the final on the line. Spain are waiting after ending France’s hopes of winning the tournament for a third time. The meeting of two major forces in world football is already highly anticipated. Long-running political tensions between the sides add another layer of intensity to the fixture.
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Bellingham-Messi duel to shape World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina
England’s Jude Bellingham and Argentina legend Lionel Messi have both inspired their teams on the way to the World Cup semi-finals. They will face each other on Wednesday in Messi’s first meeting with the Three Lions. The contest between the two No. 10s could prove decisive in determining which side reaches the final against Spain.
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From ‘local lad’ to national hero: Bellingham’s rise to England World Cup stardom
England are due to face Argentina in the World Cup semifinals tonight. One player has repeatedly stood out across the tournament. Jude Bellingham is now a central figure in England’s midfield and has emerged as a national hero. His rise began much earlier, when he was simply a local youngster learning to play the game. The feature traces his rapid ascent to World Cup stardom.
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EconomyUber nears €12.5 billion deal to acquire Delivery Hero, FT reports

Uber is close to taking over German food delivery company Delivery Hero, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday. The proposed transaction values Delivery Hero at roughly €12.5 billion, or $14.34 billion. If completed, the deal would bring Delivery Hero under Uber’s ownership. The report describes the agreement as nearing completion, indicating that it has not yet been finalized.

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Uber nears €12.5 billion deal to acquire Delivery Hero, FT reports

PoliticsUkraine targets crypto and virtual assets in updated sanctions on Russia’s finance sector

Ukraine has adopted updated sanctions aimed at Russia’s financial sector. The measures were based on proposals from Ukraine’s National Bank and seek to prevent Moscow from using modern financial instruments, including cryptocurrency, to evade sanctions. They also aim to stop Russia from using virtual assets to make international payments and circumvent restrictions on its finances.

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Ukraine targets crypto and virtual assets in updated sanctions on Russia’s finance sector

TechxAI sues man accused of using Grok to generate CSAM ‘deepfakes’

Elon Musk-owned xAI has filed a lawsuit against a South Carolina man it alleges used the Grok AI chatbot to create child sexual abuse material. The company claims Terry Wayne Harwood knowingly and intentionally bypassed Grok’s safeguards. It further alleges that he altered nonconsensual images and generated and distributed CSAM. The case places alleged misuse of an AI chatbot at the center of a civil lawsuit.

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xAI sues man accused of using Grok to generate CSAM ‘deepfakes’

TechxAI sues user accused of using its AI tool to sexualise minors

xAI has sued Terry Harwood over alleged misuse of its artificial intelligence tool. The lawsuit says Harwood bypassed the system’s safeguards. It accuses him of producing explicit deepfakes involving minors. The case focuses on alleged abuse of the tool and efforts to evade its protections.

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xAI sues user accused of using its AI tool to sexualise minors

PoliticsTrump Urges Faster Submarine Production, Singles Out General Dynamics at Summit

President Donald Trump called on military contractors to accelerate production. He singled out General Dynamics Corp. during a summit focused on strengthening the nation’s defense industrial base. The remarks put pressure on contractors to increase the pace of submarine production. Trump presented faster output as a priority for the country’s defense manufacturing capacity.

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Trump Urges Faster Submarine Production, Singles Out General Dynamics at Summit

PoliticsFCC plans to clear the way for more media consolidation

The Federal Communications Commission is set to vote next month on whether one company may own broadcast stations reaching more than 39 percent of US television households. Republican Chair Brendan Carr announced the August 6 vote in a Wednesday Breitbart opinion piece. The proposal would end the national ownership cap, a rule designed to prevent a single company from controlling broadcast stations serving too much of the American TV market. The vote could open the door to further consolidation across the US media industry.

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FCC plans to clear the way for more media consolidation

PoliticsUS House votes strongly across party lines for year-round daylight saving time

The US House voted Tuesday to put year-round daylight saving time into effect nationwide. The measure passed with strong bipartisan backing. Its prospects in the Senate, however, remain highly uncertain. The House vote therefore does not guarantee that the proposal will become law.

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US House votes strongly across party lines for year-round daylight saving time

US Senate undecided on bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The U.S. Senate is considering legislation already passed by the House that would make daylight saving time permanent. The top Senate Republican said on Wednesday that it remains unclear whether the proposal has enough support to become law. The measure is therefore still awaiting a clear path through the Senate and final enactment.
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Analysis: Congress again considers making Daylight Saving Time permanent
Congress is once again considering whether to end the United States’ twice-yearly practice of moving clocks forward or backward by an hour. The proposal under discussion would keep Daylight Saving Time in place throughout the year. Rather than switching seasonally between standard time and Daylight Saving Time, the country would follow one permanent clock schedule. The issue has resurfaced as a policy debate in Congress.
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Permanent daylight saving time in the US moves closer
The United States has taken another step toward keeping daylight saving time all year. On Tuesday, the House advanced the Sunshine Protection Act by a 308–117 vote. The measure would permanently move clocks one hour forward. President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social in May that the bill would save money. The vote brings the country closer to a permanent change in how it observes daylight saving time.
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Culture“There used to be no station” and it was “10 minutes from Takadanobaba”: The unusual history of Nishiwaseda’s ramen battleground

Despite being away from a station, Nishiwaseda has remained one of Japan’s most competitive ramen districts. Its distinctive development grew alongside Waseda students and their custom of “Baba walking.” Ramen writer Captain Ide investigated how student culture helped shape the area. The feature traces the local history behind its remarkable concentration of ramen shops.

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“There used to be no station” and it was “10 minutes from Takadanobaba”: The unusual history of Nishiwaseda’s ramen battleground

WorldCanadian wildfire smoke chokes Toronto, threatens US cities

Smoke from wildfires in northwestern Ontario has darkened Toronto’s skies and pushed the city’s air quality to the worst level among major cities worldwide. Health warnings urged residents to limit time outdoors as temperatures stayed high. The smoke also raised concerns for cities in the United States. The conditions linked the ongoing wildfire threat with worsening urban air pollution across the border.

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Canadian wildfire smoke chokes Toronto, threatens US cities

Ontario wildfires make Toronto’s air quality the worst in the world
Environment Canada has issued health warnings as smoke from more than 100 active wildfires in northern Ontario reaches Toronto. The city’s sky turned a sickly yellow on Wednesday, while smoky conditions spread across cities in the northeastern US. IQAir, the Swiss company that monitors air quality worldwide, ranked Toronto as having the worst air quality in the world. The warnings followed the sharp deterioration in conditions over Canada’s largest city.
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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-07-15 16:08Original
New York, Washington Face Peak Heat as Canadian Smoke Spreads
Extreme heat and wildfire smoke are affecting a wide area of the eastern United States on Wednesday. Washington is forecast to exceed 100F, or 38C, while New York City’s heat index could reach 102F. Smoke from wildfires in Canada is expected to move farther south later in the week. The conditions are bringing both intense heat and deteriorating air quality across the region.
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TechAuthors and publishers sue Google over alleged AI copyright infringement

Hachette and Elsevier are leading legal action against Google in the United States. They allege that the company misused books while training its Gemini artificial intelligence model. The case centers on claims that published works were improperly used as AI training material. It adds to legal pressure over how copyrighted books may be used in developing AI systems.

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Authors and publishers sue Google over alleged AI copyright infringement

SportsArgentina to face Spain in World Cup final

Argentina will meet Spain in the World Cup final. The team secured its place in the title match by defeating England 2-1.

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Argentina to face Spain in World Cup final

EconomyChile’s Codelco expects copper output to remain flat in coming years

Chile’s state-owned copper producer Codelco expects production over the next several years to remain close to current levels. Chairman Bernardo Fontaine gave that assessment on Wednesday. He was responding to a question about whether the company remained on course to reach its target of producing 1.7 million metric tons annually by 2030. His comments indicate that output is expected to stay broadly unchanged as the company works toward that goal.

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Chile’s Codelco expects copper output to remain flat in coming years

PoliticsUnclear whether cross-party consumption tax panel can set direction on food cuts

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi said that if discussions in the cross-party “National Conference” on reducing consumption tax for food are brought together around the beginning of next month, there will still be time to prepare legislation and related measures. However, the parties taking part in the conference remain divided in their views. It is therefore unclear whether the panel’s interim summary will be able to establish a clear direction.

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Unclear whether cross-party consumption tax panel can set direction on food cuts

PoliticsTrump administration replaces Philadelphia slavery memorial

The Trump administration has replaced panels at a Philadelphia memorial dedicated to people enslaved by George Washington. Critics say the new exhibit offers a sanitized portrayal of US history. The dispute centers on how the memorial presents slavery and its historical legacy. Critics therefore object not simply to the changes, but to what they see as a softened account of the past.

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Trump administration replaces Philadelphia slavery memorial

WorldWest will justify killing of Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant chief engineer — Duma deputy

Russian State Duma deputy Mikhail Sheremet says the West will seek to justify the killing of the chief engineer of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. He also predicts that the International Atomic Energy Agency will once again adopt what he calls an ambivalent and blurred position on the incident. The remarks accuse the agency of failing to take a clear stance while presenting the Western response as a defense of the killing.

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West will justify killing of Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant chief engineer — Duma deputy

Russia says Ukrainian drone killed Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant chief engineer
The chief engineer of the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant was killed near the facility, according to the head of Russia’s state nuclear corporation Rosatom. The Rosatom chief said on Wednesday that a Ukrainian drone caused the death. The allegation places the incident close to the nuclear station and attributes responsibility to Ukraine. No other account of the killing is provided in the report.
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Rosatom says chief engineer of Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant killed in Ukrainian drone strike
Rosatom chief Alexei Likhachev said Alexander Yakovlev, the chief engineer of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, was killed in a Ukrainian drone strike. The plant is described as being under Russian occupation. Likhachev attributed Yakovlev’s death to the drone attack. The statement identifies Ukraine as responsible for the strike.
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EconomyU.S. burrito chain Chipotle to open first restaurant in Mexico

Chipotle Mexican Grill is set to open its first restaurant in Mexico. Local operator Alsea said on Tuesday that the outlet will be located in Nuevo Leon, a northern state along the country’s border. The opening marks the U.S. burrito chain’s first restaurant in Mexico and its entry into the market.

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U.S. burrito chain Chipotle to open first restaurant in Mexico