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First Half Amid AI Investment Surge

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DHS Chief Supports Trump’s Unsubstantiated Election Claims Amid Criticism

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin backs Donald Trump’s disputed voter fraud allegations, citing a DHS memo, while election experts question the data transparency.

Jul 17, 2026, 9:01 PM Guardian US

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Senegal's Ex-President Macky Sall Returns for Meeting Amid Controversy

Macky Sall, campaigning for UN secretary-general, visits Dakar for first time since leaving office, sparking protests and political resignations.

Africanews | Jul 17, 2026, 8:50 PM

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Germany Reports Over 5,100 Heat-Related Deaths in First Half of 2026

The Robert Koch Institute estimates more than 5,100 heat-related deaths in Germany through June 28, 2026, based on statistical correlations with temperature data.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 17, 2026, 7:57 PM

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Thousands of Election Security Workers Cut During Trump’s Second Term

Since the start of President Trump’s second administration, thousands of federal workers focused on election security have been cut, including significant reductions at key agencies.

CBS Politics | Jul 17, 2026, 7:41 AM

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Japan Revises Law to Secure Male Succession to Imperial Throne

Despite public support for a female emperor, Japan's government moves to ensure male heirs remain eligible for the throne.

NPR News | Jul 17, 2026, 5:55 AM

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Federal Panel Reviews Proposal for Permanent Fencing Around Lafayette Square

A federal advisory commission considered plans to enclose Lafayette Square with permanent fencing amid security concerns raised by the Trump administration.

NBC Politics | Jul 17, 2026, 4:58 AM

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China Criticizes UK Over Nationalisation of British Steel

The UK government nationalised British Steel, its last working steelworks, citing national interest concerns, prompting a rebuke from China.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 4:31 AM

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Uzbekistan Attracts New Energy Investors in Shift from Gas

Uzbekistan's abundant solar potential and green energy deals since 2020 have drawn interest from Saudi, UAE, and Japanese investors, signaling a move away from traditional gas reliance.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 17, 2026, 2:58 AM

US TV Networks Divided Over Airing Trump’s Election Speech

Major US television stations differed on broadcasting Donald Trump’s White House address focused on the 2020 election, with some networks airing it live and others opting out.

Guardian US | Jul 17, 2026, 2:47 AM

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Maine Democrats Struggle to Stand Out in First Senate Debate to Replace Graham Platner

With the deadline approaching, multiple Maine Democrats compete to become the party’s Senate nominee following Platner’s withdrawal amid allegations.

The Hill | Jul 17, 2026, 2:25 AM

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ICE Officer Who Shot Colombian Man in Maine Has History of Mental Health and Violent Behavior, Relatives Say

David Brouillette, an Army veteran and ICE officer involved in a fatal shooting in Biddeford, Maine, has been reported by family members to have struggled with serious mental health issues and a history of violence.

Washington Times News | Jul 17, 2026, 2:14 AM

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Vietnamese Activist Bao Ngoc Highlights Gaza’s Plight Amid Tight Protest Controls

Bao Ngoc, the first Vietnamese to join the Global Sumud Flotilla, draws rare national attention to Palestinian suffering despite Vietnam’s cautious stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 12:50 AM

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President Trump to Deliver Primetime Address on Election Integrity

Trump’s upcoming speech will focus on voting machines and election integrity, confirmed by White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt.

The Hill | Jul 17, 2026, 12:46 AM

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Retail Rift in Hong Kong: Shops Seek Rent Relief Amid Ongoing Closures, Landlords See Market Recovery

Despite a 10% rise in retail sales in early 2026, Hong Kong faces a wave of shop closures with tenants pleading for significant rent cuts while landlords offer limited relief.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 12:37 AM

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Flood Sirens Sound in Comfort, Texas as Guadalupe River Surges Over 30 Feet in Hours

Rapid river rise prompts emergency alerts amid storm threatening heavy rainfall in South Central Texas.

NPR News | Jul 17, 2026, 12:29 AM

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Florida Man Arrested After Ditching 'Whizzinator' in Patrol Car Amid Probation Violation

James Shepard, on felony probation, was stopped for driving with a suspended license and later caught discarding a device meant to cheat a drug test.

Fox News Latest | Jul 17, 2026, 12:11 AM

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WHO Warns Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Outpaces Response as Uganda Marks Progress

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has become the third largest on record, spreading faster than previous outbreaks, while Uganda reports progress amid ongoing risks.

UN News | Jul 16, 2026, 11:10 PM

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Ilhan Omar Calls for US to Join International Criminal Court Amid Trump Administration Opposition

Representative Ilhan Omar introduces a resolution urging the US to ratify the Rome Statute and join the ICC, countering efforts by former President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to undermine the court.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 11:02 PM

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1 Dead and Nearly 100 Injured in Crowd Surge at India’s Rath Yatra Festival

A sudden crush during the annual chariot procession in Puri, Odisha, resulted in one fatality and numerous injuries, with rescue teams providing urgent medical aid.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 10:50 PM

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Truth Social to Offer Wall Street Firms Faster Access to President Trump's Posts via ‘Truth API’

Truth Social introduces ‘Truth API’, a product designed to deliver posts from the platform’s top 10 influential accounts to clients at a faster rate than standard notifications.

NBC Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 10:42 PM

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Rare-Earth Costs Surge Over 20% for Japanese Firms Amid China Export Controls

A private-sector survey reveals significant cost increases for Japanese companies importing rare earths, with China’s export restrictions cited as a key factor.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 10:03 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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ATO Faces Scrutiny Over $73.4 Million Move to New Adelaide Skyscraper

The Australian Taxation Office plans to relocate its Adelaide offices to Festival Tower Two, sparking debate over the $73.4 million fit-out cost and the necessity of leaving a relatively new building.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 8:54 PM

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OnlyFans Models and Self-Described Witches Followed by Democrat in Key Arizona House Race

JoAnna Mendoza's campaign Instagram following of explicit content creators and witches sparks controversy in a competitive 2026 congressional race.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 8:43 PM