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Iranian Doctor Reports US Strike Damaged Children’s Cancer Hospital

Following several days of US strikes on southern and western Iranian cities, damage assessments reveal harm to critical infrastructure including a children’s cancer hospital.

Jul 16, 2026, 2:48 AM Al Jazeera

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Kyiv Hit by Russian Missile Strikes Hours After EU-Ukraine Drone Deal Announcement

Russian ballistic missiles struck multiple districts in Kyiv on 16 July 2026, killing two and injuring five, including a child, shortly after a new EU-Ukraine drone cooperation deal was announced.

Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 2:47 AM

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Philippines’ Iconic Jeepneys Face Challenges Amid Rising Diesel Prices and Push for Electrification

Rising diesel costs driven by Gulf tensions are straining the Philippines’ public transport sector, complicating the transition from traditional diesel jeepneys to electric models.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 2:14 AM

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Singapore Residents to Spend S$1 Billion More Annually in Johor Bahru After RTS Link Opens: Study

The Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link, set to open in January 2027, is expected to increase cross-border consumer spending and travel, impacting retail and food and beverage sectors in both cities.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 2:13 AM

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Iran Releases American Woman Detained Since 2024, Trump Calls It a Gesture of Goodwill

Iran has freed Iranian-American Dena Karari, who was held on espionage charges linked to her humanitarian work, according to President Donald Trump and her attorney.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 2:12 AM

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Tim Walz Defends Pardon of Convicted Child Rapist After Trump Administration Deported Him

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz questioned the safety impact of deporting Tou Lue Vang, who was pardoned after a child-sex-crime conviction, as Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced Vang's removal to Laos.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 1:39 AM

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Vice President JD Vance Warns GOP: Fix Economy or Risk a Socialist President

On July 16, 2026, Vice President JD Vance cautioned that decades of economic policies have pushed young Americans toward socialism, urging Republicans to address these issues to prevent a socialist presidency.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 1:38 AM

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Wildfire Smoke Engulfs Toronto, Turning Skies Orange and Worsening Air Quality

Hundreds of wildfires across Canada have caused dense smoke to envelop Toronto and Ontario, resulting in the city recording the worst air quality globally among major cities.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 1:02 AM

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New Monkey Species with Orange Lips Discovered in DRC Forest

Scientists confirm a black-furred primate with distinctive pinkish-orange lips as a new species in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Lomami National Park.

BBC World | Jul 16, 2026, 12:48 AM

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China and Xi Jinping Viewed More Favorably Than US and Trump in Global Poll, Pew Study Finds

For the first time in two decades, global opinion favors China over the US, with Xi Jinping receiving higher approval than Donald Trump in most surveyed countries.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 12:42 AM

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Iran Releases American Citizen Detained Since 2024, Trump Announces

Dena Karari, a dual US-Iranian citizen, has been freed after being held in Iran since December 2024, according to President Donald Trump and her lawyer Jared Genser.

NBC Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 12:41 AM

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Global Favorability Shifts: China and Xi Jinping Viewed More Positively Than U.S. and Trump in Many Nations

A Pew Research Center poll reveals a historic shift in global opinions, with China and its leader Xi Jinping gaining more favorable views than the United States and former President Trump in most surveyed countries.

Washington Times News | Jul 15, 2026, 11:51 PM

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US Tightens AI Controls on China Amid Concerns Over Technology Gap

Anthropic highlights a six-to-nine-month US lead in AI models while accusing Chinese firms of unauthorized replication; White House and Congress take steps to restrict China’s access to advanced AI technologies.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 11:48 PM

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Trump Promises 'Really Big News' in Primetime Speech Focused on Elections

United States President Donald Trump is set to deliver a rare primetime address on Thursday night, centering on elections and related issues amid renewed scrutiny of the 2020 vote.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 11:25 PM

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Former Marine and Florida Congressional Candidate Calls Trump 'Antichrist' and Says He 'Must Be Killed' in Video

William Upham, a Republican write-in candidate for Florida's 5th District and former Marine, faces backlash after posting a video with controversial remarks about President Donald Trump.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 11:23 PM

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Argentina Stuns England with Dramatic Comeback to Reach World Cup Final Against Spain

Lionel Messi’s two assists powered Argentina’s 2-1 victory over England in the World Cup semifinal held in Atlanta, setting up a final showdown with Spain.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 10:53 PM

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Trump Restarts ‘Vicious Cycle’ on Iran

Experts express skepticism over the effectiveness of President Trump's renewed military approach toward Iran.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 10:50 PM

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Iran Declares Peace Deal Void After US Strikes Kill Seven Troops

Following a new wave of US attacks on Iranian targets, Iran’s top negotiator asserts full military freedom against aggression, signaling a collapse of the June 17 interim peace agreement.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 10:49 PM

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Trump Intelligence Nominee Jay Clayton Highlights Role in Shaping US-China Economic Strategy

Jay Clayton, nominated for director of national intelligence, emphasized his potential contribution to US economic policy with China during a Senate confirmation hearing that underscored Beijing as a key geopolitical challenge.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 8:25 PM

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Besiktas Signs Belgium Forward Leandro Trossard from Arsenal

Leandro Trossard joins Turkish Super Lig club Besiktas on a three-year deal from Arsenal, with the transfer valued at 18 million euros.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 6:11 PM

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World Leaders Gather in Doha to Honor Qatar’s Former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani

As Qatar observes national mourning, senior figures from Europe, the Middle East, and Africa arrive in Doha to pay respects to the late former emir credited with transforming the nation.

Euronews | Jul 15, 2026, 6:09 PM

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Global Views of China and Xi Jinping Improve as US Perceptions Decline, Pew Survey Finds

A new Pew Research Centre survey reveals a rebound in China’s global image and President Xi Jinping’s favorability, contrasting with a decline in confidence in the United States across multiple countries.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 5:23 PM

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Louisiana Chili's Worker Fired Amid Pronoun Dispute, Restaurant Cites Harassment

Wesley Kirk Ford Jr. claims he was terminated for refusing to use a coworker's preferred pronouns, while Chili's says the firing was due to repeated harassment.

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

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Keir Starmer Bids Farewell as UK Prime Minister, Pledges Support for Successor Andy Burnham

Outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer made an emotional farewell in the House of Commons, expressing hope for Labour's success and backing Andy Burnham as the next UK leader.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 5:10 PM