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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.

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

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Experts Advise Listening to Your Body for Exercise During PMS and Periods

While exercise can be challenging during premenstrual syndrome or menstruation, experts emphasize individualized responses and caution against intense workouts if symptoms are severe or if anaemia is present.

CNA Latest News | Jul 17, 2026, 12:28 AM

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US Vice-President JD Vance Accuses Israeli Officials of Influencing American Opinion to Prolong Iran Conflict

JD Vance claims some Israeli leaders oppose US-Iran negotiations and seek to extend the war, while the White House acknowledges foreign influence on US public opinion.

BBC World | Jul 16, 2026, 11:42 PM

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Victorian Government Offers 28.3% Pay Raise to Teachers Amid Strike Threat

The Victorian government has proposed a significant pay increase to teachers, principals, and support staff, aiming to prevent a planned 24-hour strike on July 23, 2026.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 11:39 PM

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Baltimore Police Hunt Six Teens After Elderly Man Beaten Outside 7-Eleven

Surveillance footage shows a group of hooded suspects attacking an elderly man with weapons outside a Baltimore gas station, prompting an ongoing police search.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 5:38 PM

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Reveals Assassination Attempt Hours After Swearing-In

Bessent highlights violent political extremism from the left, referencing an upcoming sentencing tied to the attack.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 3:46 PM

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Malaysia’s PAS Seeks Role in Negeri Sembilan Election After Johor Defeat

Following a wipeout in Johor, Malaysia’s Islamist party PAS aims to leverage its support base in the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election, as Barisan Nasional leaves seats open for potential allies.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 1:50 PM

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Iran Regime Escalates Calls for Revenge Following Ayatollah Khamenei’s Death

Iran’s leadership intensifies rhetoric demanding retaliation, mobilizing domestic supporters and warning Western officials amid heightened tensions.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 1:01 PM

US Attacks Oil Tanker Near Kharg Island Amid Escalating Iran Conflict; Tehran Releases US Citizen

The US renewed its blockade on Iranian ports by disabling an oil tanker near Kharg Island, while Iran faced strikes including on Tehran. Meanwhile, Iran released a detained US citizen and immigration enforcement deaths prompt international scrutiny.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 10:48 AM

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More Than 500 Feared Dead After Boats Capsize Off Myanmar

Two boats carrying mostly Rohingya passengers departed from Rakhine State in late June, with over 500 feared dead following reports of capsizing.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 10:26 AM

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Judges Set to Deliver Verdict in Italy’s Genoa Bridge Collapse Trial After Eight Years

Nearly eight years after the Morandi bridge collapse killed 43 people, the first criminal trial verdict is expected in Genoa, raising questions about infrastructure safety and accountability.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 9:47 AM

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US Military Strikes Iranian Targets Near Tehran and Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions

US Central Command targets military sites and disables oil tanker near Iran’s Kharg Island, while Iran reports downing a US drone and vows to defend its territory.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 9:08 AM

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Protests Erupt Across Ukraine Following Removal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov

Thousands in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities demand reinstatement of the popular defence minister amid government reshuffle by President Zelensky.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 8:02 AM

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US and Iran Exchange Military Strikes Amid Renewed Tensions in Gulf

The US launched a sixth consecutive night of strikes targeting Iranian military sites, while Iran responded with attacks on US bases in the region, escalating conflict over control of the Strait of Hormuz.

BBC World | Jul 16, 2026, 7:55 AM

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Royal Commission Hears ANU Student Asked for Gaza Death Certificates to Get Exam Extension

A grieving student at Australian National University was reportedly asked to provide death certificates of relatives killed in Gaza to obtain an exam extension, a supervisor's response criticized at the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 3:09 AM

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Soeren Waerenskjold Wins Fastest-Ever Tour de France Stage in Surprising Sprint

Norwegian cyclist Soeren Waerenskjold claimed his first Tour de France stage victory on July 15, 2026, in the fastest-ever stage while Tadej Pogačar maintained his overall lead.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 8:26 PM

Germany Warns US Against Election Interference Amid New Funding Scheme for Maga-Aligned Groups in Europe

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz cautions the US government over a State Department initiative offering grants to far-right aligned causes in Europe ahead of German state elections.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 7:02 PM

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EU Accuses China of Seeking to Reshape Global Order in New Strategy Paper

The European Union’s 27 foreign ministers adopted a position paper accusing China and Russia of attempting to reshape global power dynamics and enabling Russia’s war on Ukraine.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 6:08 PM

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Houston Woman Floods Apartment After Pole Dancing Practice Hits Sprinkler

A Houston resident’s living room pole dancing session accidentally triggered a sprinkler, flooding her apartment and leaving her in shock.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 5:47 PM

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Conor McGregor Promises UFC Return After Knee Injury Ends Comeback Fight Early

Conor McGregor's UFC return was cut short by a knee injury just 69 seconds into his fight with Max Holloway, but the fighter vowed to come back despite the setback.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 5:14 PM

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Mullin Affirms Deportation of Migrants Amid Trump’s Call to Continue ICE Traffic Stops

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin did not confirm a halt to ICE traffic stops following President Trump's urging to maintain the practice, while criticizing Democrats for enabling public defiance of immigration enforcement.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 3:52 PM

Maryland Police Arrest Man Who Attempted Bank Robbery Using Stolen Kitten

A man in Beltsville, Maryland, was arrested after stealing a three-and-a-half-month-old tuxedo kitten named Magnolia and attempting to use her during a bank robbery at a local PNC branch.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 8:31 AM

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Broncos Face Uphill Battle to Reach 2026 Finals with 13 Wins Needed

Brisbane Broncos must secure at least 13 wins to keep their 2026 finals hopes alive, a target that proved insufficient in 2022 and may again fall short this year.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 7:36 AM

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China’s GDP Growth Slows to 4.3%, Marking Slowest Pace in Over Three Years

Industrial production grew 5.4% in early 2026, but weak consumption and fragile economic momentum weigh on outlook.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 4:04 AM