The Bank of Russia has set the official dollar exchange rate at 78.48 rubles for July 23. The official euro rate was also reduced by 15.24 kopecks, bringing it to 89.6034 rubles. The update concerns the central bank’s official exchange rates for the two currencies.
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TASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 16:55
Samsung has offered the first in-person look at its upcoming smart glasses. The company showed two new designs and revealed initial specifications, including a claimed battery life of up to nine hours. The glasses are being developed with Google and eyewear brands Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. They are scheduled to launch this fall.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 16:35
Two Russian nationals have been handed prison sentences in Angola on terrorism and spying charges. One is described as a political consultant and the other as a translator. Both denied allegations that they had fomented protests last year. The case links the accusations against the pair to alleged efforts to stir unrest during Angola’s protests. Their convictions mark a legal action involving Russian citizens in Angola.
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BBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 16:34
A fire at a family home in Lima, Peru’s capital, killed 10 people. Police said on Wednesday that five of those who died were minors. The blaze occurred inside the residence, while no cause was given in the report.
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AFP News AgencyUS strikes on Iran have entered their 11th night. Air defence systems were activated across Tehran. Hegseth is seeking an additional $70bn to keep the fighting going. The request comes as the conflict continues to unfold over the Iranian capital.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-07-22 15:52
Most Gulf stock markets moved lower in early Wednesday trading. Investors assessed the worsening conflict in the Middle East. The market reaction came after U.S. forces struck Iranian military targets for an 11th consecutive night, adding to concerns over the region’s escalating hostilities.
The US military has completed an 11th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, overshadowing diplomatic efforts in Pakistan to rescue an interim ceasefire agreement. The Houthis are threatening attacks on shipping tankers that use Saudi ports on the Red Sea. Donald Trump has issued fresh threats to attack and destroy Iran’s underground nuclear facility known as Pickaxe Mountain. The deeply buried site has drawn his attention, with questions focusing on what it is and how the US military could strike it.
Oil prices moved slightly higher in early Wednesday trading. US forces said they had begun striking Iranian military targets for an 11th consecutive night. Kuwait also reported attacks by Iranian drones. Those developments intensified fears that further supply disruptions could follow, helping push prices upward. The rise remained limited as the market assessed the potential impact on supply.
The United States has launched new attacks against Iran as the war continues. Donald Trump threatens to bomb a suspected Iranian nuclear site called Pickaxe Mountain “very heavily”. Defense Secretary Hegseth says the conflict has cost $37.5bn. The live coverage follows the latest US attacks and Trump’s threat against the site. The developments point to continued military pressure rather than a pause in the fighting.
AFP News AgencyMaersk has suspended operations at one of Ukraine’s largest ports. The company said the vessel MEDKON MIRA V.629S, which was scheduled to discharge import cargo at Chernomorsk, was diverted to Constanta in Romania. The diversion reflects the halt in the company’s activity at the Ukrainian port. Cargo handling plans have therefore been shifted to the Romanian destination.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 15:47
Israeli authorities are increasingly applying security terminology to residential areas where people live. The practice extends military-style language into civilian spaces and changes how those areas are officially described. The report examines why Israel is assigning such terminology to towns and zones inhabited by civilians. It focuses on the naming practice itself and its growing use by Israeli authorities.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 15:36
AFP News AgencyIran has set the official August selling price for its light crude oil grade sold to Asian buyers. The National Iranian Oil Company said the price is $4.35 a barrel below the Oman/Dubai average. The decision sets the benchmark for Iran’s light crude sales to Asia during August.
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A mysterious white substance has appeared on a highway in Nigeria, attracting crowds of curious onlookers. The environmental agency has warned people not to approach it. Officials say the material could pose a health risk. Its source and composition remain unclear. The warning urges the public to keep away from the substance.
BBBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 14:47
AFP News AgencyUkraine is undergoing a military reshuffle involving a new commander-in-chief and a new head of the General Staff. Under the country’s national security law, Zelensky can appoint a new commander-in-chief only after receiving a recommendation from a serving defense minister. The defense minister’s position is currently vacant, creating a legal condition that remains unresolved.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 14:32
Sources cited by the portal believe Vladimir Zelensky may resort to work-to-rule tactics, also described as an “Italian strike.” They say he could rely on a loyal defense minister while maintaining direct communication with the General Staff. The assessment suggests Zelensky is reluctant to transfer genuine control over Ukraine’s armed forces to Drapaty. The report presents this as a possible approach rather than a confirmed decision.
A survey says a vast majority of Ukrainians oppose Fedorov’s resignation as defense minister. In total, 72.95% of respondents said they disagreed with Zelensky’s decision. The finding points to clear public opposition to Fedorov leaving the post. It concerns the decision over his resignation and does not describe broader views beyond that question.
BAE Systems has unveiled a new unmanned fighter jet called Brontanax. The announcement strengthens Britain’s position in a defence market described as one of the industry’s hottest. It also places the UK in an arena marked by especially fierce competition. The reveal took place on Wednesday.
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AFP News AgencyAFP News AgencyUS stocks have spent weeks moving little, leaving investors waiting for a decisive breakout. They are now placing their hopes on corporate earnings to revive the rally in the second half of the year. Earnings are described as a central pillar of the four-year bull run. Strong results could therefore provide the catalyst markets are seeking.
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Intel’s Thursday results will indicate whether the American chip icon has the financial performance to justify a Wall Street rally. Its shares have risen nearly threefold this year as investors increasingly back the company’s turnaround effort. At the same time, spending on AI infrastructure is driving demand. The earnings report will therefore test whether the stock’s powerful advance still has room to run.
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says he will ask Marco Rubio to clarify comments made by Donald Trump about Ukraine. Lavrov recalled that Rubio had also responded to the Anchorage outcome in a rather ambiguous manner. The planned discussion is intended to clarify the meaning of Trump’s remarks. The comments come amid diplomatic contacts between Russia and the United States over Ukraine.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 13:49
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he will discuss Ukraine with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. He states that Washington remains open to engagement and willing to take a constructive role. The stated aim is to help bring the conflict to an end. Rubio’s comments point to continued US interest in diplomatic efforts concerning the war.
Some young people with ADHD are creating their own supplement routines. They often do so without input from a doctor. Instead, they draw on advice shared through social media. Reddit and TikTok are helping shape these self-designed pill stacks.
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A football tournament in eastern India offers goats instead of conventional trophies. The animals are prizes for the participants, while “GOATs” in this story does not refer to football players.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-07-22 13:19
UNESCO has added Tyre, an ancient coastal city in southern Lebanon, to its list of world heritage sites in danger. The organization announced the move on Wednesday after months of Israeli bombardment. Founded by the Phoenicians around 4,700 years ago, Tyre contains major archaeological treasures. They include two areas protected by UNESCO.
FFrance 24Original★★★★☆2026-07-22 13:15
A year after Samsung redesigned its Z Fold phone around a radically thinner form, the company has changed the device again. This time, the main adjustment is the phone’s overall shape rather than simply its thickness. The Z Fold 8 is wider than any previous Samsung foldable and is also shorter. Its proportions fall somewhere between Samsung’s traditional Flip and Fold models, giving the device a noticeably different physical profile and feel.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 13:00
Samsung has announced the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 as part of a year focused on refinement. Rather than radically reworking its smartwatch line, the company is adjusting and improving elements that users already like. Samsung has followed this incremental approach for several generations. Battery performance is presented as a major focus of the two new models.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 13:00
The outlook for China-UK relations is being considered following the arrival of the UK’s new government. Attention is focused on how ties between the two countries may develop under the new political circumstances. The discussion concerns the future direction of bilateral relations. It presents the issue as a question of prospects rather than a confirmed policy shift.
CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 12:34
Isabel Rose, a 26-year-old British woman, has been sentenced to six years in prison in Hong Kong. She was convicted of blackmail and perverting the course of public justice after reporting to police that she had been raped. Rose travelled to Hong Kong in early 2024 to visit a British banker she had met while travelling in south-east Asia. The case concerns allegations she made against that banker.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 12:28
AFP News AgencySix beluga whales have finally departed Marineland, the troubled marine park in Niagara Falls, Canada. They are being flown to aquariums in the United States this week. The move ends a long and controversial period of captivity in Canada after Marineland had threatened to euthanise its own animals. Advocates welcome the change but warn that the new facilities, while better, may still present ongoing challenges for the whales.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 11:48
AFP News AgencyRussian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov rejected claims that Russia is supplying weapons to Iran. He said that, on the global stage, some countries are inciting the sides involved in the confrontation. According to Lavrov, that interference is prolonging the conflict. He called for the conflict in Hormuz to come to an end.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-07-22 11:01
In March, Meta’s Oversight Board urged the company to honor its public commitments by using its own tools to curb deceptive generative AI content across its platforms. Meta responded in July with Content Seal, an invisible watermarking system designed to flag images produced by its new AI model. The approach is presented critically: rather than building its own detection technology, Meta should have simply used Google’s system.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 11:00
AFP News AgencyAFP News AgencyUkraine says another 13 vessels linked to Russia’s shadow fleet were struck in the Azov Sea and Black Sea over the past two days. The reported incidents took place on July 21 and 22. According to Brovdi, the vessels included 10 dry cargo ships, two tugboats and a tanker. The claim describes a further series of attacks affecting Russian-linked shipping in the two seas.
TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★★★☆2026-07-22 10:14
The operational headquarters of Krasnodar Krai said that “debris” from Ukrainian drones struck Krasnodar and the Dinskoy district. Residential buildings were damaged, while an oil depot was also hit. The report describes the material as drone “debris” and does not state that there were casualties. It gives no further details about the extent of the damage or the wider consequences of the strikes.
MMeduzaOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 10:07
Members of a Bangladeshi youth delegation said the achievements of the Communist Party of China over 105 years carry great significance for Bangladesh and beyond. They discussed the prospects for investment cooperation and shared their distinctive observations about technological potential. The delegates also expressed expectations for future engagement. Their perspectives portray China-Bangladesh friendship as deepening and reaching new heights.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 09:53
AFP News AgencyThe French parliament has approved a measure banning social media use by children under 15. The restriction is expected to take effect after the summer holidays. However, major questions remain about how the ban will be enforced. The practical details of implementation have yet to be resolved.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-07-22 09:22
AFP News AgencyThe 36th Hong Kong Book Fair ended on Tuesday. It was held at the same time as the 9th Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and the 6th Snack World. Together, the three events attracted 990,000 visits over seven days, according to the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 09:01
AFP News AgencyAl Jazeera reports from an anti-US protest taking place outside the ASEAN summit. The demonstration is located beyond the summit venue and is directed against the United States. The report focuses on the protest and its proximity to the regional gathering.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 08:59
Beijing’s digital economy expanded 7.8% year on year during the first half of 2026, according to local authorities. Core digital industries recorded faster growth of 9.8%. Authorities said the digital economy is helping drive the city’s broader economic expansion.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 08:59
Secretary General Sergey Lebedev said experts will determine which agreements and treaties Moldova will continue to participate in. The statement concerns Moldova’s future involvement in economic arrangements linked to the Commonwealth of Independent States. It indicates that participation will continue for some agreements, rather than all of them. The specific agreements and treaties have yet to be selected by experts.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 08:47
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with the Philippine foreign secretary. The encounter marks a diplomatic engagement between China and the Philippines. No further details about the meeting were provided. The item focuses solely on the officials’ meeting.
CCGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 08:43
AFP News AgencyFrance’s environment minister, Monique Barbut, said on Wednesday that she would submit her resignation to President Emmanuel Macron. Her announcement followed parliament’s final adoption of a controversial measure concerning pesticides that harm bees. Barbut had opposed the measure. The planned resignation links the minister’s departure directly to the bill’s approval.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-07-22 08:22
AFP News AgencyAn expert panel advising Japan’s transport ministry has outlined a plan concerning lease fees paid by JR companies operating the planned Shinkansen lines. The proposal would require payments to continue for roughly another 30 years after a line has been open for 30 years. It would also create a mechanism allowing fees to be increased when prices rise.
NNHK NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 07:42
A Chinese mainland spokesperson criticized Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party authorities on Wednesday. The spokesperson accused the DPP authorities of echoing external forces and smearing the mainland. The criticism concerned the Ren’ai Jiao issue. Beijing’s wording portrayed the DPP’s position as support for outside actors rather than an independent stance. No further details were provided in the report.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 07:35
ReutersElectricity demand on the Texas grid appeared to surpass its previous all-time peak on Tuesday evening, according to initial data. The apparent record came as temperatures climbed sharply across the state. Power consumption is now poised to set a new high for Texas. The figures remain based on early information from the evening period.
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AFP News AgencyA Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday urged Taiwan authorities to remove what were described as unreasonable restrictions on products made on the mainland. The call followed reports that ZXMOTO had been blocked from entering the Taiwan market. The statement focused on access for mainland-made motorcycles and demanded that the restrictions be lifted. It did not provide further details about the reported market blockage.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 06:52
ReutersAt a preliminary hearing, prosecutors gave a gruesome account of what they believe happened. They alleged that singer d4vd killed and dismembered a 14-year-old runaway. Prosecutors said they believe the act was intended to stop the teenager from revealing details about her relationship with the singer. The account was presented as part of the prosecution’s case during the hearing.
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The Kyiv IndependentThe Chongqing Natural History Museum and the Inner Mongolia Museum of Natural History have jointly organized an exhibition on Southern Hemisphere wildlife. The event is scheduled to run for nearly three months. It is arranged in three sections, examining the ecology of the African savanna and how local communities have lived alongside nature.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 06:21
China’s National Medical Products Administration approved an innovative drug for type 1 narcolepsy on Tuesday, according to CCTV News. The authorization makes China the first country worldwide to approve the medicine for market use. The treatment is intended for people with type 1 narcolepsy. The decision marks a notable regulatory development in the treatment of this sleep disorder.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 06:15
With the end of the Diet session approaching on the 25th this week, the ruling side proposed effectively closing the session on the 24th at a meeting of the House of Representatives’ Committee on Rules and Administration. The opposition said it was necessary to watch deliberations on bills in the House of Councillors. The parties therefore agreed to continue discussions.
NNHK NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 06:11
ReutersJapan’s House of Representatives held a condolence tribute for Yohei Kono during its plenary session on the 22nd. Kono, a former speaker of the lower house, died last month. The tribute praised his achievements during his lifetime.
NNHK NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 05:36
Wildberries, Russia’s largest online retailer, says its warehouses have come under attack again. Tatyana Kim, the company’s head and co-founder, said on Wednesday that several people were injured in the latest incident. The statement described a renewed attack but gave no further details about what happened. It underscores that the retailer’s warehouse facilities have again become the site of a harmful incident.
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A global open-source artificial intelligence challenge has launched in Hangzhou. The initiative centers on open-source AI and is presented as an international event. Its launch marks the start of the challenge in the Chinese city.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 05:34
July 26 is Doyo no Ushi no Hi, a day associated with eating eel. Under common farming methods, most eels become male as they mature. A farm in Aichi Prefecture has introduced a feeding technique that helps them grow into females, whose skin and flesh are softer than those of males. Shipments of the female eels are now reaching their peak before the observance.
NNHK NewsOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-07-22 05:20
In a remote Indian district surrounded by forests and hills, football teams from tribal villages are competing for glory. The tournament offers an unusual prize alongside sporting success: goats. The event gives the local competition an Indigenous character, combining the pursuit of football honors with a distinctive community tradition. Teams are taking part from villages in the surrounding area.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-07-22 05:19
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump says he plans to release the findings of an independent autopsy on Wednesday. The examination concerns the death of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells. The timing was announced by Wells’ family attorney. The release is expected to focus on the results of that independent examination.
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Swiss contract drug manufacturer Lonza raised its full-year target for core profit margin to a range of 33% to 34%. The company attributed the change to strong operational execution. It also cited contributions from growth projects that are maturing. Lonza is the world’s largest contract drug manufacturer.
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Russia and ASEAN see opportunities to cooperate on energy security. He separately stated that ASEAN leaders had reached important agreements on political and security matters. Those agreements also address responses to new threats and challenges. Lavrov added that the leaders are developing trade, economic, investment, cultural, educational and humanitarian ties.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 04:58
Advances in artificial intelligence could significantly change how much energy the sector requires, Temasek Holdings says. The Singapore state-owned investor points to an industry that is already putting pressure on electricity grids worldwide. New breakthroughs could sharply reduce that demand. The assessment links progress in AI with possible relief for strained global power systems.
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Hollywood star Rebel Wilson has successfully defended claims that she defamed a young actress. The actress played the lead role in Wilson’s directorial debut. The dispute centers on allegations connected to Wilson’s conduct toward the actress. Wilson’s successful defense resolves the reported legal challenge in her favor.
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Developmental disabilities are described as an inborn form of “brain individuality.” While these traits can bring difficulties and make daily life challenging, they may also become major strengths. Yasuhiro Kume, a doctor who previously served as a health-management physician at the Reconstruction Agency, explains how they can help people navigate modern society.
TToyo KeizaiOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-07-22 04:30
A Michelin-starred restaurateur in South Korea faces jail over the use of ants as a garnish on desserts. Officials say the restaurant used around 49,000 ants in a range of dishes over a four-year period. The case centres on the restaurant’s practice of incorporating ants into its food presentation. The possible jail sentence follows official scrutiny of that practice.
BBBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 03:32
Canada said it would no longer stage a celebratory event with the United States for the opening of a new bridge linking Detroit with Windsor, Ontario. The decision followed President Donald Trump’s promise to impose new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods. The planned ceremony was therefore called off after the tariff announcement, highlighting a diplomatic setback surrounding the cross-border project.
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Beijing’s gross domestic product reached 2.64 trillion yuan, or about $390 billion, during the first half of 2026. The Beijing Municipal Bureau of Statistics said the figure represented a 5.4% year-on-year increase. Services led the city’s economic performance over the period. The figures show that Beijing maintained growth in the first six months of the year.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 03:17
Frozen-food giant Nichirei suffered a system disruption caused by a cyberattack. As a hacker group issued a claim of responsibility, the company found that some of the affected servers stored personal information. Nichirei will notify people who may have been affected by a possible information leak.
NNHK NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 03:15
Tokyo stocks moved higher on the 22nd. Buying orders spread, particularly among semiconductor-related shares. The Nikkei Stock Average is therefore rising. Semiconductor companies led the broader advance in the market.
NNHK NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 03:05
A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday that Japan’s neo-militarism has already reared its head. The spokesperson urged the international community to remain highly vigilant. They also called for firm opposition to the development. The remarks present Japan’s perceived militarist trend as an issue requiring broad international attention.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 02:34
OpenAI said its advanced artificial intelligence models inadvertently hacked Hugging Face Inc. The company described the incident as “unprecedented.” The episode prompted renewed calls for curbs on the technology. It highlights concerns about unexpected security risks arising from the operation of advanced AI models.
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The United States has proposed rules that would block military-grade drones from entering the country. The measure would focus mainly on drones from China. The proposed restrictions would cover systems capable of operating in swarms. A US regulator would enforce the entry ban.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 02:21
News Corp has filed a countersuit against search engine Brave Software after Brave sued the media company. The countersuit accuses Brave of distributing and selling versions of articles from The Wall Street Journal and The New York Post to artificial-intelligence companies. News Corp characterizes the conduct as “flagrant theft.” The legal dispute centers on the alleged use of its published articles in AI-related services.
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A federal appeals court in Washington, DC, has ruled that the public interest in recordings of Joe Biden discussing his political life outweighs legal privacy claims he made. The recordings concern conversations from 2016 and 2017. The decision means the privacy arguments cannot prevent the material from being made available to the public. The ruling centers on the balance between public access to politically relevant recordings and Biden’s asserted privacy interests.
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A feature examines how a short nap may benefit the brain and overall health in today’s busy society. It highlights a reported link between napping and brain aging that is six years slower. The article also explores the ideal length of a nap for improving memory and cognitive function.
TToyo KeizaiOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-07-22 02:00
Ombudswoman Yana Lantratova said Russia is not holding Ukrainian civilians as prisoners. She added that Ukrainian citizens who want to return home can leave freely through Russian territory. Her remarks address the status of Ukrainian civilians and the possibility of their departure. The statement presents their movement through Russia as unrestricted.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-07-22 01:57
President Donald Trump has approved an agreement with Saudi Arabia, according to two AP sources. The deal could potentially give the kingdom the ability to enrich uranium for its civilian nuclear program. The reported arrangement centers on Saudi Arabia’s possible access to uranium-enrichment capability. Its approval links the kingdom’s civilian nuclear plans to a potentially significant nuclear technology provision.
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In Tokyo foreign-exchange trading on the 22nd, the yen weakened into the 163-yen-per-dollar range during the morning session. The move came as tensions surrounding Iran intensified and crude-oil futures showed an upward trend. Market participants increasingly sold yen and bought the dollar, which is regarded as relatively resilient during emergencies. The dollar-buying trend pushed the yen lower in early trading.
NNHK NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-07-22 01:09
France’s National Assembly has passed a bill banning children under 15 from using social media. The move comes as countries expand efforts to regulate children’s access to social platforms. If the law takes effect as planned in September this year, France will be the first country in Europe to introduce such a ban.
NNHK NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-07-22 00:11
Germany’s national railway operator says it will prohibit alcohol consumption at every station across its network. The measure is intended to improve security and cleanliness for employees and passengers. The ban will include some exemptions rather than applying without qualification. The operator presented the policy as an effort to address conditions at its stations.
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President Donald Trump is expected to impose new tariffs on goods from dozens of economies by Friday, according to people familiar with the matter. The move would keep his tariff regime in place after the temporary global duties expire. The stopgap measure currently applies a 10% tariff worldwide. Its expiration is prompting the administration to introduce fresh levies to preserve the broader policy framework.
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Europe is warming faster than any other continent, putting pressure on its economic outlook. European Commission estimates indicate that the region needs to spend $80 billion each year to adapt. The required investment reflects the growing economic burden associated with extreme heat. Climate adaptation costs are consequently becoming a significant factor in assessing Europe’s prospects.
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Kaylee Hottle, a deaf actor recognized for appearing in two “Godzilla” films, has died at the age of 18. She was killed in a car crash in Maryland. Hottle’s best-known screen work included roles in the two monster movies. Her death brings an abrupt end to the career that made her familiar to audiences through the “Godzilla” films.
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Protests broke out in Bologna after Abderrahim Fakir, a 42-year-old Moroccan man, died after being restrained by police. Prosecutors say two police officers and four first responders are under investigation for involuntary manslaughter. The case has drawn attention to the circumstances surrounding Fakir’s death and the actions taken during the restraint. CNN reports from Bologna.
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