UN General Assembly Adopts Road Safety Declaration Despite US Objection
The UN General Assembly approved a new global pledge to halve road deaths by 2030, with the United States as the sole opposing vote.
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The UN General Assembly approved a new global pledge to halve road deaths by 2030, with the United States as the sole opposing vote.
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Actor Samuel L. Jackson sparked controversy after urging Black fans not to support Argentina’s soccer team, citing the country’s alleged history of racism in the wake of the 2026 World Cup final.
Washington Times News | Jul 21, 2026, 9:54 PM
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The UN Security Council examines the role of essential minerals in powering renewable energy and their impact on peace and development worldwide.
UN News | Jul 21, 2026, 9:23 PM
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Following a White House meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, Donald Trump directs his administration to allow American airlines to resume direct flights to Lebanon, suspended since 1985.
Guardian US | Jul 21, 2026, 9:17 PM
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Winnie Byanyima urges African governments to increase health financing and address challenges impacting HIV response.
Africanews | Jul 21, 2026, 8:40 PM
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to meet Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Manila amid ongoing tensions over alleged Chinese interference in the 2020 US election.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 21, 2026, 8:24 PM
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The Trump administration announced new tariffs targeting Canadian cultural imports, invoking a rarely used 1930 tariff law amid ongoing trade tensions.
Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 7:47 PM
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine appear before a Senate committee to discuss escalating war with Iran and defend a $67 billion Pentagon funding request.
CBS Politics | Jul 21, 2026, 7:39 PM
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Iranian missile strikes on Jordanian territory highlight growing risks for Jordan, a key US ally, as tensions escalate in the Middle East.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 21, 2026, 7:23 PM
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For the first time in history, President Donald Trump has used Section 338 of the 1930 Tariff Act to impose steep tariffs on Canadian imports, escalating trade tensions with one of America's closest partners.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 7:17 PM
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Following the 2026 World Cup, discussions focus on how expanding the tournament to 64 teams could enhance the sport's global appeal and financial success.
Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 5:31 PM
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France considers becoming the first EU country to impose a digital age limit aimed at protecting children online, with the ban potentially taking effect by September 1, 2026.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 21, 2026, 4:25 PM
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney vows to deepen negotiations after US President Donald Trump orders 50% tariffs on a wide range of Canadian goods, escalating tensions between Washington and Ottawa.
Guardian US | Jul 21, 2026, 11:45 AM
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The US has conducted airstrikes on Iran for ten consecutive nights following attacks on American soldiers, while Iran declares full-scale war, raising concerns over escalating tensions in the region.
France 24 English | Jul 21, 2026, 11:03 AM
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Tensions rise after a confrontation between Chinese coast guard and Philippine Navy at Second Thomas Shoal, complicating diplomatic talks among regional and global leaders.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 21, 2026, 10:16 AM
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Gabonese President Brice Oligui Nguema and French President Emmanuel Macron formalize cooperation with three strategic agreements, including a key manganese processing deal.
Africanews | Jul 21, 2026, 9:59 AM
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Calls grow for France to intervene diplomatically regarding the detention of former Gabonese Prime Minister Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze amid President Brice Oligui Nguema's state visit to France.
Africanews | Jul 21, 2026, 6:55 AM
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Beijing summoned the Philippine ambassador following a confrontation between their vessels near the Second Thomas Shoal in contested South China Sea waters.
CNA Latest News | Jul 21, 2026, 6:35 AM
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The Justice Department is probing whether Harvard University accepted foreign donations that excluded American students from financial aid, potentially violating federal civil rights laws.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 6:32 AM
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Democratic hopeful Abdul El-Sayed took aim at CNN during a Grand Rapids rally, referencing his recent challenging interviews on the network.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 6:17 AM
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U.S. officials report multiple Iranian airstrikes have caused injuries to American troops stationed in the Middle East since early July, amid escalating tensions.
CBS Politics | Jul 21, 2026, 4:30 AM
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The White House accuses Canada of discriminatory trade actions as President Trump approves steep tariffs based on an outdated section of the Smoot-Hawley Act.
Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 3:02 AM
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Pedro Sanchez’s visit to Algeria marks the first in four years, aiming to restore relations strained by Spain’s 2022 support for Morocco’s claim over Western Sahara.
France 24 English | Jul 21, 2026, 2:05 AM
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The White House accuses Canada of discriminatory trade actions as President Trump escalates tariffs on Canadian goods, despite legal challenges to the underlying tariff authority.
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