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US Defence Chief Hegseth Reports $37.5 Billion Cost So Far in Iran War

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine request $1.5 trillion defense budget, including $70 billion for ongoing conflict with Iran.

Jul 21, 2026, 10:45 PM Al Jazeera

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Singapore’s Lions Prepare for 2026 ASEAN Championship After Grueling Japan Training Camp

Head coach Gavin Lee emphasizes the importance of a challenging pre-season in Japan to ready the team for upcoming ASEAN Hyundai Cup matches.

CNA Latest News | Jul 21, 2026, 11:22 AM

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Cross-Border Insurance Policy Enables Shenzhen’s Yivtol Flying Vehicle to Operate in Hong Kong

Yivtol’s S-Zero electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft gains regulatory clearance to fly in Hong Kong through a pioneering insurance agreement.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 21, 2026, 10:59 AM

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Gabon Signs Initial Manganese Agreement During State Visit to France

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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China Maintains Tight Control on Fuel Exports Amid Ongoing Iran Conflict

Despite easing refined fuel export restrictions in July 2026, China enforces strict compliance measures to protect domestic reserves as tensions between Washington and Tehran escalate.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 21, 2026, 9:31 AM

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NYCLU Calls for Reparations Citing Stark Wealth Gap Between Black and White New Yorkers

The New York Civil Liberties Union highlights a nearly 15-fold disparity in median wealth between Black and White residents, linking it to slavery and systemic discrimination.

Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 6:22 AM

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Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods Including Hockey Sticks and Alcohol

US President Donald Trump signed orders on July 20, 2026, to impose new 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian products, citing discriminatory trade practices by Canada against American goods.

CNA Latest News | Jul 20, 2026, 10:17 PM

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US Identifies Two Soldiers Killed in Jordan Amid Expanding Iran Conflict

The deaths raise the US military toll in the war with Iran to 17, with officials investigating remains of a missing service member.

ABC Australia News | Jul 20, 2026, 3:16 PM

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IShowSpeed Meets BTS Backstage at FIFA World Cup Final, Celebrates with Hugs and Backflip

American streamer Darren Jason Watkins Jr, known as IShowSpeed, had an impromptu backstage meeting with BTS during the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium.

CNA Latest News | Jul 20, 2026, 5:20 AM

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Andy Burnham Faces Major Challenges as UK’s New Prime Minister

Andy Burnham becomes the United Kingdom’s seventh prime minister in a decade amid economic stagnation, political hurdles, and international relations complexities.

Al Jazeera | Jul 19, 2026, 10:16 PM

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Kimi Antonelli Wins Belgian Grand Prix, Extends Championship Lead

Antonelli claims victory at the 2026 Belgian GP while teammate George Russell crashes out early; Oscar Piastri recovers to finish fifth.

ABC Australia News | Jul 19, 2026, 4:32 PM

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Retired US Navy Admiral Warns of Iran’s Potential Moves in the Suez Canal

Adm. James Stavridis cautions the U.S. to monitor Iran’s activities in the Suez Canal amid escalating regional tensions and recent U.S. strikes.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 3:52 PM

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New Hampshire Lawmaker's 107 MPH Traffic Stop Highlights Bodycam Funding Gap

State Rep. Ellen Read challenges speeding charges amid absence of body and dashboard camera footage in Rockingham County.

Fox News Latest | Jul 19, 2026, 10:19 AM

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Two US Soldiers Killed in Jordan Following Iranian Attack; Trump Promises Shift in Response

Two American service members were killed and a third is missing after an Iranian strike on a US base in Jordan, prompting US airstrikes on Iran and comments from President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 9:55 AM

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U.S. Military Expands Strikes on Iranian Infrastructure Amid Rising Tensions

President Trump intensifies military actions targeting Iran’s key infrastructure as both nations edge closer to conflict over control of the Strait of Hormuz.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 10:21 AM

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India Launches First Private Orbital Rocket Vikram-1, Marking a New Era in Space

Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital rocket, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, advancing the nation's role in the global space economy.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 6:30 AM

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Europe Aims to Match China’s EV Cost Competitiveness by 2028 Using Chinese Technology

European policymakers plan to leverage Chinese electric vehicle technology and the Industrial Accelerator Act to close the cost gap with Chinese EV makers by 2028 or 2029.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 10:34 PM

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Ivorian Firms Gain Ground Against Global Brands in Key Sectors

Domestic companies in Ivory Coast are expanding in petroleum, digital banking, and cosmetics, challenging long-dominant multinational firms.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 2:23 AM

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Visits Japan Amid Government Push for AI and Chip Investments

Jensen Huang meets with Japan's Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry as Tokyo seeks to strengthen ties with US tech leaders.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 7:56 PM

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Japan’s Maglev Train Project Faces Calls for Clear Timeline After Years of Delays

Despite recent local approvals, municipalities seek clarity on the completion date of Japan’s ultrafast Linear Chuo Shinkansen maglev line connecting Tokyo and Nagoya.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 6:31 PM

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SoftBank, Sony, and Honda Lead Japan’s AI Consortium with Nvidia Support

A coalition of 44 Japanese companies launches a project to develop a sovereign AI foundation model, backed by a major purchase of Nvidia Rubin chips to advance physical AI.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 4:12 PM

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WHO Warns Ebola Spreading Faster Than Ever in DR Congo

The Democratic Republic of Congo faces its third-largest Ebola outbreak, with rapid virus spread complicated by conflict and lack of an approved vaccine.

France 24 English | Jul 16, 2026, 3:33 PM

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French PM Sébastien Lecornu Announces New Phase in Morocco-France Relations

During a two-day visit to Rabat, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu emphasized the intent to strengthen cooperation and trust with Morocco amid renewed diplomatic momentum.

Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 2:46 PM

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Jimmy Fallon Jokes About Joe Biden’s Upcoming Memoir, Mentions Kamala Harris Writing the End

Late-night host Jimmy Fallon poked fun at former President Joe Biden’s upcoming memoir on The Tonight Show, while a former Democratic fundraiser criticized Biden’s decision to run for re-election.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 2:29 PM