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Kyra Jonsun, Pioneering Surfboard Designer and Advocate, Dies in Wollongong House Fire

Kyra Jonsun, known for her innovations in surfboard design and advocacy for gender-diverse communities, died in a house fire in Coniston, Wollongong.

Jul 16, 2026, 10:40 PM ABC Australia News

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FIFA Investigates Argentina’s Falklands Banner Display at 2026 World Cup Semifinal

FIFA's disciplinary committee reviews the political banner shown by Argentinian players after their semifinal win over England, which violated stadium conduct rules.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 10:23 PM

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MLB Bans Use of AI on Dugout iPads to Influence In-Game Strategy

Major League Baseball has prohibited teams from using artificial intelligence tools on dugout iPads during games after discovering custom apps were being used to assist in coaching decisions.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 10:15 PM

Former DOJ Lawyer Liz Oyer Urges Senate to Reject Todd Blanche’s Attorney General Nomination

Liz Oyer, fired after refusing to restore gun rights to Mel Gibson, criticizes Blanche for politicizing the Department of Justice during his Senate confirmation hearing.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 10:12 PM

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Congress Poised to Approve $60 Billion Funding for Pentagon Despite Audit Failures

House Republicans propose a budget reconciliation bill to allocate $60 billion to the Department of Defense amid ongoing concerns over financial accountability and rising war costs in Iran.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 10:08 PM

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UN Supports Gaza Farmers Rebuilding Amid Ongoing Challenges; WFP Highlights West Bank Violence

The UN is aiding Palestinian farmers in Gaza to restore agriculture after conflict devastation, while the World Food Programme warns of risks from settler violence in the West Bank.

UN News | Jul 16, 2026, 10:02 PM

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Spain Battles Major Wildfire in Aragon Amid Intense Heatwave

Over 400 firefighters and 19 aircraft are deployed to contain a fast-moving wildfire in northeastern Spain following a deadly blaze in Almería province.

Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 9:53 PM

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White House Confirms Donald Trump to Attend 2026 FIFA World Cup Final in New Jersey

President Donald Trump will join FIFA President Gianni Infantino to present the FIFA World Cup trophy at MetLife Stadium, marking a notable moment in the tournament's conclusion.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 9:13 PM

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Ukraine Faces Military Leadership Rift Following Defence Minister's Ouster

President Zelensky urges unity as ousted Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov publicly criticizes the army's top commander amid widespread protests.

France 24 English | Jul 16, 2026, 9:03 PM

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Syria Seizes Advanced Weapons Shipment Allegedly Bound for Lebanon’s Hezbollah

Syrian authorities intercepted a shipment containing missiles, rockets, and drones at the Syria-Iraq border, accusing Hezbollah of being the intended recipient, a claim the group denies.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 8:46 PM

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James Franklin’s Offseason Optimism at Virginia Tech Met with Skepticism from Penn State Fans

After a challenging tenure at Penn State, James Franklin’s confident remarks at ACC Media Days as Virginia Tech’s new head coach have drawn mixed reactions from fans familiar with his past record.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 8:39 PM

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NTSB: Tesla Driver Overrode Full Self-Driving System in Fatal Texas Crash

A 2025 Tesla Model 3 in Katy, Texas, crashed into a residence while in Full Self Driving mode, resulting in one fatality and minor injuries to the driver.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 8:38 PM

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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Faces Backlash After Evictions Called 'Violence' at Press Conference

A housing advocate’s statement labeling evictions as a form of violence during a press event with Mayor Zohran Mamdani sparked swift criticism from conservatives and commentators online.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 8:01 PM

KTLA Reporter Unfazed as Giant Cockroach Interrupts Live Heat Report in California

Rachel Menitoff maintained composure during a live broadcast in Sherman Oaks despite a large cockroach landing on her, drawing praise from colleagues and viewers.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 7:53 PM

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Todd Blanche Defends Trump IRS Settlement as 'Typical' Despite Unprecedented Immunity

During his July 16, 2026 confirmation hearing, Acting Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche misrepresented the scope of a sweeping IRS settlement shielding Donald Trump and his family from past federal tax liabilities and offenses.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 7:48 PM

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Iran Condemns US Strike Near Children’s Cancer Hospital as ‘Barbaric’

Iran accuses the United States of committing a war crime after a blast near a cancer treatment center forced evacuation of 211 children undergoing chemotherapy.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 7:34 PM

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FDA Approves Merck’s Lipfendra, First Daily Pill to Drastically Lower Cholesterol

The FDA has authorized a novel oral medication that significantly reduces LDL cholesterol in high-risk patients, offering an alternative to costly injectable treatments.

Washington Times News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:31 PM

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ICE Resumes Nationwide Traffic Stops with New Body Camera Policy

ICE officers across the U.S. can now conduct traffic stops again, provided at least one officer wears a body camera as part of a new directive.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 7:28 PM

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James Talarico Criticizes Democrats for Taking Border Security for Granted Under Biden

Texas Senate candidate James Talarico acknowledged that Democrats and the Biden administration neglected border security, contributing to political and community setbacks.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 7:25 PM

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US Tightens Visa Duration Limits for Foreign Students and Journalists

New rules finalized by the Trump administration restrict student visas to four years and limit foreign journalists’ stays to 240 days, with shorter terms for Chinese journalists.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:06 PM

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Senator Tillis Conditions Support for Todd Blanche on Meeting Epstein Survivors

North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis demands Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche meet with Jeffrey Epstein survivors before advancing his confirmation.

CBS Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 6:59 PM

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Senator Jon Ossoff Challenges Jay Clayton on 2020 Election Acknowledgment During DNI Confirmation

During his confirmation hearing to become Director of National Intelligence, Jay Clayton faced intense questioning from Senator Jon Ossoff regarding the acknowledgment of established facts, including the outcome of the 2020 presidential election.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 6:50 PM

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Alleged Feeding Our Future Fraud Ringleader Extradited from Somalia to Face US Charges

Abdikerm Abdelahi Eidleh was arrested in Somalia and brought back to the United States to face 31 counts related to a $250 million pandemic-era fraud scheme involving federal child nutrition programs.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 6:46 PM

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Social Security Faces 22% Benefit Cut as Trust Fund Nears Depletion

With Social Security’s retirement trust fund expected to run dry by early 2033, a 22 percent cut in benefits looms for all recipients, raising urgent questions for the incoming Senate.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 6:34 PM