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Cyclospora Outbreak Expands Across Over 30 US States, Michigan Most Affected

US health officials report a surge in cyclospora infections since May, with ongoing investigations into sources and spread.

Jul 16, 2026, 11:03 AM Al Jazeera

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Trump AG Nominee Todd Blanche Faces Uncertain Confirmation as GOP Senators Withhold Support

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche undergoes intense Senate Judiciary Committee scrutiny amid unresolved questions over DOJ independence and a controversial anti-weaponization fund.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 10:58 AM

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Hong Kong’s Short-Haul Tourist Arrivals Drop 15% Amid Strong Dollar and Flight Cuts

Despite a 7% overall increase in visitors in June 2026, Hong Kong saw a significant decline in short-haul tourist arrivals due to higher fuel costs and weaker regional currencies.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 10:22 AM

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Woodside Seeks Identities of Activists Behind Perth Stink-Bomb Protest

Woodside Energy has initiated legal action to compel climate activists to reveal planners of a stink-bomb protest that evacuated its Perth headquarters in 2023.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 9:29 AM

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Court Battle Over Loan Repayment Deepens for Victorian MP Moira Deeming

Victorian Liberal MP Moira Deeming faces new legal challenges as she seeks to access funds owed from a defamation case to repay her financial backer amid party disputes.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:15 AM

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Hongkonger Dies in New Zealand Car Crash, Third Fatality This Year

A Hongkonger was killed in a serious traffic accident on Crown Range Road near Queenstown, New Zealand, marking the second fatal crash involving city residents in the country this year.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 7:09 AM

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AI Exploitation by Extremists Raises National Security Concerns in Australia

A report reveals that AI systems can be manipulated to assist extremists in planning attacks, prompting charges against a teenager and calls for stronger regulation.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:06 AM

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Hong Kong to Invite Ride-Hailing Firms to Apply for Licences Starting August

The city’s transport minister announced a timeline for licensing and regulation of ride-hailing platforms following legislative approval.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 6:21 AM

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Authorities Urged to Promote New Huanggang Port Crossing System and Improve Bus Parking

Lawmaker Ben Chan Han-pan calls for clear communication and sufficient facilities as the Legislative Council prepares to pass the Huanggang Port Hong Kong Port Area Bill.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 4:39 AM

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Pet-Friendly Dining in Hong Kong Sparks Complaints and Calls for Stricter Licensing

Since launching a pet-friendly dining scheme, Hong Kong has faced public criticism and regulatory scrutiny, prompting calls for tougher vetting of restaurant licenses.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 3:55 AM

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Tai Po Fire Attributed to Multiple Layers of Human Failure, Hearing Reveals

An independent committee continues its investigation into Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades, highlighting systemic failures during a costly renovation project.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 3:15 AM

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Mainland China Funds Boost Stakes in Hong Kong Biotech Amid Licensing Deal Surge

Mainland Chinese institutional investors are increasing their holdings in Hong Kong-listed biotechnology firms, attracted by favorable valuations and a rise in cross-border licensing agreements.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 3:07 AM

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Telstra and Regulator Face Scrutiny Over Emergency Service Outage

Telstra and the Australian Communications and Media Authority prepare for parliamentary questioning following a nationwide network outage that disrupted emergency calls.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 6:51 PM

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Five Arrested in Hong Kong Police Raids on Independent Bookshops

Authorities accuse the suspects of selling seditious books inciting hatred against the government, amid a challenging environment for independent bookstores.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 6:11 PM

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CUHK Launches First Cross-Border Clinical Trial Centre in Nansha

The Chinese University of Hong Kong partners with mainland authorities to establish a clinical trial centre aimed at boosting medical innovation in the Greater Bay Area.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 3:33 PM

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Nearly Blind Student Among Hong Kong’s Top DSE Scorers Plans Career Advocating for Vulnerable

Top scorers in Hong Kong’s Diploma of Secondary Education exams overcame adversity, with many aiming to give back through medicine, law, and public service.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 1:26 PM

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John Marshall Publishes Defense of McCulloch v. Maryland on July 15, 1819

On July 15, 1819, Chief Justice John Marshall authored a defense of the landmark Supreme Court case McCulloch v. Maryland, publishing it in the Alexandria Gazette under the pseudonym "A Friend of the Constitution."

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 11:56 AM

Trump’s Attorney General Nominee Faces Senate Hearing Amid Rising ICE Controversies

Todd Blanche, former personal defense lawyer to Donald Trump, confronts a contentious Senate Judiciary Committee hearing as federal immigration enforcement faces scrutiny following multiple deaths.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 10:50 AM

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Supreme Court Justices Testify on Rising Threats and Security Needs

Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan detailed increased threats against the Supreme Court during their first congressional appearance since 2019, highlighting security concerns and political tensions.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 9:21 AM

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Hong Kong’s Delivery Connect Highlights China’s Gradual Financial Opening

The launch of Hong Kong’s latest Connect programme on July 7, focused on gold, underscores Beijing’s cautious approach to integrating China’s financial markets with the world.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 8:46 AM

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Hong Kong to Expedite Huanggang Port Upgrades as Legislature Moves to Approve Bill

Hong Kong authorities aim to fast-track renovations and testing at Huanggang Port border checkpoint, pending legislative approval of a key bill by July 31.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 8:03 AM

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Hong Kong Book Fair Early Visitors Criticize Chaotic Queues at Collar Autograph Session

Hundreds queued overnight at the Hong Kong Book Fair, but disorganized crowd control drew criticism, leaving some fans frustrated.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 8:02 AM

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Vietnam Investigates International Diamond Smuggling Ring Linked to PNJ

Vietnamese authorities probe a syndicate trafficking 28,000 diamonds worth nearly US$11 million, implicating the country’s largest jeweller, PNJ.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 7:15 AM

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Australia to Set National Standards for AI Data Centres and Copyright

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces plans for mandatory data centre regulations and protections for Australian creators amid AI expansion.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 5:10 AM