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Meet Jimothy, the Viral Short-Spined Raccoon Roaming Seattle

A raccoon with a rare birth defect has captured hearts worldwide after a viral video showed it darting across a footpath and climbing stairs in Seattle.

Jul 18, 2026, 9:18 AM ABC Australia News

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Deschamps to End 14-Year France Coaching Tenure After World Cup Third-Place Playoff

Didier Deschamps bids farewell as France faces England in the 2026 World Cup third-place match, with Zinedine Zidane poised to succeed him.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 7:07 AM

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Australian Researchers Develop Artificial Placenta to Aid Premature Babies

A team at Perth's Women and Infants Research Foundation is creating an artificial placenta to support extremely premature infants, potentially extending their development by weeks in womb-like conditions.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 6:37 AM

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Rising University Costs Under Job-ready Graduates Scheme Impact Young Australians' Home Ownership

The federal government faces growing calls to scrap the Job-ready Graduates scheme as expensive degrees hinder young Australians' ability to enter the property market.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:49 AM

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Indian Activist Sonam Wangchuk Forcibly Hospitalised After 21-Day Hunger Strike

Sonam Wangchuk, protesting exam irregularities in India, was taken to hospital by police amid health concerns, sparking calls for further action from the Cockroach Janta Party.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:36 AM

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Colombia's Ecopetrol Reports Cyberattack Affecting Data of 3,300 Accounts

Ecopetrol, Latin America's major energy producer, faces potential risks after a cyberattack targeted its cloud storage across multiple subsidiaries.

CNA Latest News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:11 AM

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Indian Activist Sonam Wangchuk Hospitalized Following Police Intervention at Jantar Mantar

Sonam Wangchuk, fasting in protest against an education minister, was moved to hospital by police on court orders amid escalating tensions at a New Delhi protest site.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 18, 2026, 5:06 AM

world

Raiders Secure First Canberra Win Since 2020, Keep NRL Finals Hopes Alive

The Canberra Raiders defeated the South Sydney Rabbitohs at Canberra Stadium on July 18, 2026, marking their first home win against the Rabbitohs since 2020.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 4:57 AM

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Mandela Day Sparks Debate Over Legacy Amid South Africa’s Social Challenges

As South Africa faces inequality and division, Mandela Day 2026 has become a focal point for disputes over immigration and the country’s future direction.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 4:50 AM

investigations

Trump Officials Push to Redirect Human Rights Aid Toward White South Africans and Right-Wing European Causes

The State Department under Trump administration officials sought to fund groups aligned with conservative European movements and advocates for white South Africans, marking a shift from traditional human rights aid.

ProPublica | Jul 18, 2026, 1:58 AM

general

Washington State Democrat Faces Backlash for Omitting LGBTQ+ Views to Appease Muslim Voters

Melissa Chaudhry's decision to exclude LGBTQ+ rights from her campaign website has sparked criticism and calls for rescinded endorsements from within her own party.

Fox News Latest | Jul 17, 2026, 11:44 PM

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Israeli Strike in Central Gaza Kills at Least Eight During Funeral Procession

An Israeli military strike targeting a Palestinian Islamic Jihad cell in Gaza resulted in civilian casualties, including at least eight deaths and 22 injuries, according to local officials.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 17, 2026, 10:43 PM

global-institutions

UN Appeals for Calm in Kashmir Amid Unrest; Ebola Deaths Rise in Congo Communities

The UN highlights growing concerns over fundamental freedoms in Kashmir ahead of elections and warns of a surge in Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

UN News | Jul 17, 2026, 10:20 PM

world

Wall Street Ends Lower Amid Broadening Chip Stock Selloff

Semiconductor shares lead Wall Street's decline as chip fatigue sets in and AI-related stocks face pullback.

CNA Latest News | Jul 17, 2026, 9:28 PM

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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

politics

The Mamdani Crusade Against Landlords Draws Criticism in U.S. Political Debate

Conservative analysis highlights concerns over the escalating rhetoric against landlords amid a broader socialist movement in the United States.

National Review | Jul 17, 2026, 7:39 PM

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Civil Rights Groups Oppose Macky Sall’s Meeting with Senegalese Head of State Amid UN Campaign

Former Senegalese President Macky Sall faces criticism from civil rights groups over his return to Dakar to meet the current Head of State, as he campaigns for the United Nations leadership.

Africanews | Jul 17, 2026, 7:47 AM

world

Juvenile Southern Right Whale Guided to Safety by Dolphins in WA Estuary

Marine experts in Western Australia celebrate as a juvenile southern right whale escapes a shallow estuary with apparent help from a pod of dolphins.

ABC Australia News | Jul 17, 2026, 5:49 AM

business

Kioxia Shares Plunge 16% Amid AI Stock Selloff and Deleveraging

Japanese memory chip maker Kioxia Holdings experiences a sharp decline as investors reduce leverage on tech stocks amid doubts about the sustainability of the AI-driven market rally.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 17, 2026, 4:10 AM

politics

Democrats Reject Trump’s Claims of 2020 Election Fraud

Following President Donald Trump’s renewed allegations of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election, Democratic leaders and governors issued strong rebuttals, emphasizing the security of U.S. elections.

The Hill | Jul 17, 2026, 3:42 AM

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Actor Richard Low Shares Details of Incurable Colon Condition After Hospital Stay

Mediacorp veteran Richard Low reveals his recent six-day hospitalisation was due to diverticular disease, an incurable condition he manages through lifestyle changes.

CNA Latest News | Jul 17, 2026, 3:21 AM

world

Government Counsel Blames Private Stakeholders for Deadly Tai Po Fire in Final Inquiry

An independent panel investigating Hong Kong’s deadliest fire hears closing statements attributing primary blame to renovation contractors and consultants amid a HK$336 million project.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 3:10 AM

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Wildfire Smoke from Canada Blankets US Midwest and East Coast, Prompting Health Warnings

Heavy smoke from Canadian wildfires has spread across the US from the Great Lakes to the East Coast, causing hazardous air quality and urging residents to take precautions.

ABC Australia News | Jul 17, 2026, 2:05 AM