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Media Smear Campaign Amid Ongoing Controversy

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Uganda Declares No Active Ebola Cases After Last Patient Discharged

Uganda begins 42-day countdown to be declared Ebola-free following discharge of last patient amid ongoing outbreak in DR Congo.

Jul 16, 2026, 12:54 PM BBC World

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GOP Senators Divided as Tuberville Demands Clarity on McConnell’s Health and Senate Return

Senator Tommy Tuberville calls for transparency on Mitch McConnell’s medical condition and timeline for returning to Senate duties ahead of August recess, while Senator John Kennedy urges privacy.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 12:41 PM

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Graham Platner’s Senate Run Ends Amid Scandals After Prior Media Praise

Democrat Graham Platner received positive coverage from major media outlets before withdrawing from the Maine Senate race following multiple scandals.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 11:32 AM

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Canadian Woman Accused of Slapping Girl Over Trump Clothing in U.S. Incident

A Canadian woman faces accusations after allegedly slapping a girl over Trump and ICE clothing, amid other notable U.S. news including Florida school principals jailed and ongoing testimonies.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 11:30 AM

US Attacks Oil Tanker Near Kharg Island Amid Escalating Iran Conflict; Tehran Releases US Citizen

The US renewed its blockade on Iranian ports by disabling an oil tanker near Kharg Island, while Iran faced strikes including on Tehran. Meanwhile, Iran released a detained US citizen and immigration enforcement deaths prompt international scrutiny.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 10:48 AM

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Trump Acknowledges Knowledge of Iran’s Remaining IRGC Leaders but Declines to Disclose Plans

President Donald Trump confirms awareness of the whereabouts of Iran’s lower-tier IRGC leaders but refrains from discussing potential military actions publicly amid ongoing tensions.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 9:40 AM

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Former Haitian President Michel Martelly Returns to Testify in Moïse Assassination Investigation

Michel Martelly made a rare visit to Haiti amid reports he will testify in the probe into the 2021 killing of former president Jovenel Moïse.

Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 8:44 AM

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US and Iran Exchange Military Strikes Amid Renewed Tensions in Gulf

The US launched a sixth consecutive night of strikes targeting Iranian military sites, while Iran responded with attacks on US bases in the region, escalating conflict over control of the Strait of Hormuz.

BBC World | Jul 16, 2026, 7:55 AM

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Actor Sam Neill Dies from Pneumonia, Agent Confirms

New Zealand actor Sam Neill passed away suddenly at a Sydney hospital, with his family and agent clarifying details about his health and recent work.

BBC World | Jul 16, 2026, 6:28 AM

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Argentina’s Falklands Banner Sparks Controversy at World Cup

Following their victory over England, Argentina players displayed a banner asserting sovereignty over the Falklands, igniting debate during the 2026 World Cup.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 6:10 AM

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Senior Chinese Official Wang Huning Holds Talks with North Korean Leaders in Pyongyang

Following President Xi Jinping’s historic visit to North Korea in June, China’s Wang Huning met with top North Korean officials to reinforce bilateral agreements.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 5:04 AM

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Trump Signals Willingness to Eliminate Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps as He Did ISIS

President Trump expressed readiness to take decisive action against the IRGC, paralleling his 2019 campaign against ISIS, amid renewed tensions and a blockade on Iranian ports.

Washington Times News | Jul 16, 2026, 1:33 AM

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US Launches Strikes on Iranian Missile Sites Amid Rising Tensions

Following the reinstatement of a naval blockade, the United States targeted Iranian missile and coastal defense sites, prompting warnings from Iran and heightened regional security alerts.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 12:46 AM

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KTLA Reporter Rachel Menitoff Goes Viral for Staying Calm as Cockroach Crawls on Her During Live Heat Wave Report

During a live broadcast in Sherman Oaks on July 14th, 2026, KTLA reporter Rachel Menitoff maintained her composure while a cockroach crawled across her neck and chest amid an ongoing heat wave.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 11:28 PM

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Former Marine and Florida Congressional Candidate Calls Trump 'Antichrist' and Says He 'Must Be Killed' in Video

William Upham, a Republican write-in candidate for Florida's 5th District and former Marine, faces backlash after posting a video with controversial remarks about President Donald Trump.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 11:23 PM

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Argentina Faces FIFA Fine for Falklands Banner After World Cup Semi-Final Win

Argentina's World Cup semi-final victory over England sparked controversy after players displayed a banner supporting claims to the Falkland Islands, prompting potential disciplinary action from FIFA.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 11:03 PM

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England's World Cup Ends in Heartbreak as Messi Leads Argentina to Victory

Questions arise over England manager Tuchel's tactics after Lionel Messi orchestrates Argentina's win in a fiercely contested match marked by high fouls and political controversy.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 11:02 PM

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Ex-Dem Fundraiser Criticizes Biden’s Memoir Launch Amid Party Struggles

Lindy Li, former Democratic fundraiser, claims Biden’s upcoming memoir will reopen party wounds and highlights internal concerns over his 2024 campaign.

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

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DOJ Threatens Criminal Prosecution Over Zachary Young’s Spy Memoir

The Department of Justice warns HarperCollins against publishing Zachary Young’s CIA memoir without authorization, prompting accusations of intimidation from the former operative.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 9:09 PM

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Mexican President Sheinbaum Denies US DEA Claims of Government-Cartel Links

Claudia Sheinbaum rejects allegations by DEA head Terry Cole that Mexico’s government is intertwined with criminal cartels, calling the claims politically motivated.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 9:07 PM

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UN Security Council Receives Update on ICC Work in Darfur Amid US Campaign Against Court

The International Criminal Court briefs the Security Council on its ongoing investigations in Sudan's Darfur region as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio launches a campaign to dismantle the Court.

UN News | Jul 15, 2026, 8:17 PM

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Hilton Grand Vacations Fires Employee Over Racist DM Sent to WNBA's Chelsea Gray

The incident reignites discussion about online abuse faced by WNBA players and the perception of their experiences with social media harassment.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 7:27 PM

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FCC Chair Brendan Carr Says California May Drop Lawsuit Over Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger if CNN Is Spun Off

FCC Chair Brendan Carr indicated that California could withdraw its joint lawsuit challenging Paramount Skydance’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery if CNN is separated as an independent media entity.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 6:22 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