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US Strikes in Iran Target Airport, Bridges, and Railway Station Amid Strait of Hormuz Conflict

Deadly US airstrikes hit key infrastructure in Iran, escalating tensions over the vital Strait of Hormuz waterway as regional conflicts intensify.

Jul 17, 2026, 4:17 AM France 24 English

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NParks to Expand Crow Shooting Operations to Additional Districts After Culling Over 500 Birds

Following the culling of more than 500 crows since March, Singapore's National Parks Board plans to extend crow shooting efforts to new areas including Bukit Panjang, Marine Parade, and Tanah Merah.

CNA Latest News | Jul 17, 2026, 4:07 AM

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IEA Chief Warns Strait of Hormuz Crisis Threatens Global Energy Security

Fatih Birol highlights critical oil security concerns amid escalating US-Iran tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 3:53 AM

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Adam Silver Labels Caitlin Clark Debate 'Political Football' Amid WNBA Controversy

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver downplays the controversy surrounding WNBA star Caitlin Clark, attributing it more to politics than on-court events while sidestepping direct calls for accountability.

Fox News Latest | Jul 17, 2026, 3:44 AM

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Iranian Sources Allege US Strikes Hit Civilian Infrastructure

Iranian social media and local sources claim that recent US strikes caused casualties and damaged infrastructure.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 3:41 AM

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Actor Richard Low Shares Details of Incurable Colon Condition After Hospital Stay

Mediacorp veteran Richard Low reveals his recent six-day hospitalisation was due to diverticular disease, an incurable condition he manages through lifestyle changes.

CNA Latest News | Jul 17, 2026, 3:21 AM

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Goa’s Forgotten Orchata Drink Lives On in Family Kitchens

The traditional almond-based orchata, once exclusive to elite Catholic households in Goa, continues to be preserved by local families.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 3:18 AM

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Trump Accuses China of Largest US Election Data Breach, Vows to Declassify Intelligence

US President Donald Trump alleges China obtained 220 million voter records and claims election system vulnerabilities, contradicting past US intelligence findings.

BBC World | Jul 17, 2026, 3:12 AM

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Government Counsel Blames Private Stakeholders for Deadly Tai Po Fire in Final Inquiry

An independent panel investigating Hong Kong’s deadliest fire hears closing statements attributing primary blame to renovation contractors and consultants amid a HK$336 million project.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 3:10 AM

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Tasmanians Lost Over $200 Million on Poker Machines in 2025-26 Financial Year

Pokies losses in Tasmania rose by 6.9% to $208.27 million, marking the highest level since 2011-12 and sparking concern among politicians and gambling reform advocates.

ABC Australia News | Jul 17, 2026, 3:06 AM

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North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un Meets with Top Chinese Official

The meeting follows Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to North Korea, where he pledged enhanced cooperation across diplomatic, law enforcement, and military sectors.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 2:29 AM

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Economist Calls ‘Trump Accounts’ Symbolic, Ineffective at Closing Wealth Gap

President Trump’s proposal to provide $1,000 investment accounts for children born during his administration faces criticism from economists as insufficient to address the growing wealth disparity.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 2:28 AM

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Ivorian Firms Gain Ground Against Global Brands in Key Sectors

Domestic companies in Ivory Coast are expanding in petroleum, digital banking, and cosmetics, challenging long-dominant multinational firms.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 2:23 AM

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Trump Revises Size of Alleged Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Damage Amid Lack of Evidence

Donald Trump has changed his description of the vandalism at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool multiple times, but no public evidence has been provided to support his claims.

France 24 English | Jul 17, 2026, 2:09 AM

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SpaceX Starship Launch Aborted Seconds Before Liftoff

SpaceX's largest rocket, Starship, aborted its 13th test flight on the pad due to engine startup failures, delaying a planned space-skimming mission.

Washington Times News | Jul 17, 2026, 2:06 AM

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Wildfire Smoke from Canada Blankets US Midwest and East Coast, Prompting Health Warnings

Heavy smoke from Canadian wildfires has spread across the US from the Great Lakes to the East Coast, causing hazardous air quality and urging residents to take precautions.

ABC Australia News | Jul 17, 2026, 2:05 AM

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Debris from Intercepted Iranian Projectiles Sparks Fires Near Kuwait-Iraq Border

Falling debris from Iranian strikes intercepted near the Kuwait-Iraq border caused fires and thick smoke on July 17, 2026.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 1:40 AM

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Trump to Deliver Critical Speech Amid Iran Crisis and Rising China Tensions

US President Donald Trump will address the nation in a prime-time speech focusing on escalating foreign conflicts and domestic political issues ahead of the 2026 midterms.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 1:34 AM

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Poland Charges Ukrainian Teenager with Sabotage for Russian Intelligence

An 18-year-old Ukrainian man faces 47 criminal charges in Poland for alleged sabotage aimed at stirring ethnic tensions between Poland and Ukraine.

BBC World | Jul 17, 2026, 1:33 AM

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Tehran Warns of Wider Disruption Amid Sixth Night of US Strikes

Iran reportedly instructs Yemen's Houthis to prepare for Red Sea shipping disruptions if Iranian power infrastructure is targeted, as US continues military strikes.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 17, 2026, 1:26 AM

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Canadian Wildfire Smoke Creates Hazardous Air Conditions Across US Midwest and Northeast

Out-of-control wildfires in northern Ontario have sent thick smoke into the United States, severely impacting air quality in major cities including New York and Chicago.

CNA Latest News | Jul 17, 2026, 1:23 AM

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Chinese Man Recognized as National Hero After Losing Nose Saving Woman from Attacker

Zeng Fanlin, a 69-year-old former village official and volunteer mediator from Chenzhou, Hunan province, sustained a severe injury while subduing a violent attacker to protect a woman.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 1:21 AM

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NSW Government Reviews Mental Health Care After Sydney Murder Charge

Corum Ash, released from a mental health hospital months prior, faces murder charges following the death of a Sydney grandfather, prompting urgent government review.

ABC Australia News | Jul 17, 2026, 1:13 AM

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Vice President JD Vance Compares Elite Los Angeles Event to U.S. Embassy in Haiti

JD Vance told Joe Rogan that attending a high-security party near Los Angeles' skid row evoked memories of visiting a U.S. embassy in a third-world country, highlighting stark contrasts within the city.

Fox News Latest | Jul 17, 2026, 12:54 AM