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Louisiana Chili’s Employee Disputes Harassment Claims After Firing Over Pronoun Dispute

Wesley Kirk Ford Jr. says he was fired for refusing to use a coworker’s chosen name, while Chili’s cites repeated harassment as the cause.

Jul 15, 2026, 9:23 PM Washington Times News

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Homeland Security Halts ICE Vehicle Stops Amid Fatal Shootings, Sparks Debate

Temporary pause ordered after two fatal shootings prompts mixed reactions from officials and critics over immigration enforcement tactics and accountability.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 9:21 PM

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Ocasio-Cortez Urges Media Caution Ahead of Trump’s Election Speech

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez cautions news outlets against amplifying falsehoods in President Trump’s upcoming remarks on election integrity.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 7:28 PM

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Hilton Grand Vacations Fires Employee Over Racist DM Sent to WNBA's Chelsea Gray

The incident reignites discussion about online abuse faced by WNBA players and the perception of their experiences with social media harassment.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 7:27 PM

Trump Criticizes New York’s One-Year Moratorium on Datacenter Construction

Former President Donald Trump condemns New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s executive order halting new hyperscale datacenter projects, calling for an immediate repeal.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 7:06 PM

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French Parliament Approves Landmark Assisted-Dying Bill

France moves closer to legalizing assisted dying for adults with incurable illnesses, pending constitutional approval.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 6:57 PM

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Cara Delevingne Warns on Addiction After Overcoming Drug Dependency

The actress highlights the addictive nature of smartphones and social media alongside substance abuse, sharing insights from her sobriety journey.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 6:19 PM

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European Commission Signals EU-Wide Social Media Identity Verification Amid Open Internet Concerns

President Ursula von der Leyen announces plans for an age-verification scheme to restrict minors' access to social media, while a notable U.S. lawsuit involving author Neil Gaiman emerges.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 5:57 PM

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Japan Coast Guard Enhances Cyber Team to Fight Social Media-Linked Drug Smuggling

New cyber investigation unit targets digital crime rings using social media for drug trafficking operations.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 5:55 PM

US Department of Defense to Screen Soldiers Over 30 for Testosterone Deficiency

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces new program aiming to optimize service members' testosterone levels for enhanced combat readiness.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 5:55 PM

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Sen. Cassidy Rebukes Trump’s ASPR Nominee Over Hepatitis B Vaccine Claims

During a Senate confirmation hearing, Sen. Bill Cassidy criticized Sean Kaufman, President Trump’s nominee to lead the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response, for spreading misleading information about the hepatitis B vaccine.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 5:43 PM

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Long Island Weightlifter Charged with Collecting $100K in Disability Benefits While Posting Gym Videos

Raymond Phillips faces charges after allegedly receiving over $100,000 in Social Security disability payments despite competing in weightlifting and sharing fitness content online.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 3:55 PM

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Italy's Meloni Faces Setback as Electoral Reform Proposal Narrowly Fails

A secret parliamentary vote rejected Giorgia Meloni's electoral reform amendment by one vote, prompting opposition calls for her resignation ahead of the 2027 general election.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 3:35 PM

Trump Urges ICE to Resume Traffic Stops Following Fatal Shootings

Former President Donald Trump called for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to continue traffic stops despite a temporary halt ordered by the Department of Homeland Security after two men were killed during recent operations.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 2:44 PM

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Texas Imam Faces Congressional Censure After Celebrating Sen. Lindsey Graham’s Death

Rep. Beth Van Duyne plans to introduce a resolution condemning Imam Omar Suleiman for his social media post following Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 1:16 PM

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Sam Altman Signals OpenAI Price War Amid Rising Competition from Anthropic and China

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman indicates readiness to cut prices on AI models as rivalry with US-based Anthropic and Chinese AI firms intensifies.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 12:42 PM

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Dash-Cam Footage of ESPN Analyst Matt Miller’s Crash Raises Questions Amid Missouri AG Investigation

ESPN analyst Matt Miller, who underwent arm amputation following a June car crash, steps away from ESPN as the Missouri Attorney General investigates his GoFundMe campaign.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 12:41 PM

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Common Annoyances in Online Videos Highlighted in Latest Gripe Report

From tiny microphones to fake podcast ads and AI-generated clips, social media video trends continue to frustrate viewers.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 11:00 AM

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China’s Lanzhou Airport Wins Hearts with Shelter for Stray Cat Family

Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport in Gansu province has gained social media praise for creating a dedicated space for a family of stray cats, allowing passengers to interact with them while serving as natural pest controllers.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 10:17 AM

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Philippines Launches Active Shooter Drills Following Deadly Tacloban School Attack

In response to a rare school shooting in Tacloban City, the Philippines has initiated nationwide active shooter drills to enhance school safety.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 8:48 AM

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Kenya High Court Rejects Rastafarians' Bid to Legalise Cannabis for Religious Use

The court ruled against the Rastafarian community's claim that cannabis prohibition violates their constitutional rights but called for a nationwide discussion on cannabis policy.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 8:46 AM

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Sydney LGBTQIA+ Venue in Former Church Ordered to Cease Offensive Trading Amid Protests

Divine Playhouse, a new LGBTQIA+ pop-up club in Sydney's CBD, was forced to close days after opening following protests and a breach of lease notice.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 8:21 AM

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Global Authorities Restrict Data Centre Construction Amid AI Boom

Governments and cities worldwide are imposing moratoriums and bans on new data centres due to concerns over environmental and community impacts driven by AI infrastructure demands.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 8:00 AM

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Perth Plumber's Citizen's Arrest of Alleged Car Thief Goes Viral After Handbrake Mishap

Adam Breen, a plumber from Perth, restrained an alleged car thief after a failed getaway caused by an engaged handbrake, sparking viral attention and legal warnings about citizen arrests.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 5:11 AM