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France becomes the first European country to require age verification for social media users, joining similar moves in the UK and Australia.
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The House approved a stopgap spending measure extending funding until December 4, aiming to avoid a shutdown ahead of the November elections amid ongoing Senate disagreements.
Guardian US | Jul 22, 2026, 4:02 AM
politics
At a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reported the Iran war cost at $37.5 billion so far and requested $67 billion in supplemental funding as the conflict intensifies.
NBC Politics | Jul 22, 2026, 3:49 AM
global-institutions
The latest UN report shows a decrease in global hunger in 2025, yet warns that food insecurity remains widespread and progress toward ending hunger by 2030 is fragile and uneven across regions.
UN News | Jul 22, 2026, 3:43 AM
general
After Spain's 2026 FIFA World Cup victory, Ferran Torres posted photos wearing a 'Make Spain Great Again' hat, drawing swift criticism from left-wing politicians and media.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 1:20 AM
global-institutions
Amid rising military tensions in the Middle East, the United Nations calls for restraint and dialogue to prevent full-scale war and protect vital civilian infrastructure.
UN News | Jul 22, 2026, 12:38 AM
general
Newly disclosed Slack messages reveal key authors of the 2020 'Proximal Origin' paper privately considered a lab leak possibility while publicly dismissing it, amid FBI blocking of questioning EcoHealth Alliance’s Peter Daszak.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 12:10 AM
world
A 100-page State Department report alleges Cuba’s communist government seeks to influence US left-wing and African-American advocacy groups, including Black Lives Matter.
Al Jazeera | Jul 21, 2026, 11:56 PM
general
The Permanent Trump Secure Border Act aims to criminalize visa overstays, end catch and release, and tighten asylum rules as it moves to the House floor.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 11:50 PM
global-institutions
Independent UN experts denounce the M23 armed group’s abuses in eastern DR Congo, while UNICEF reports child casualties in Ukraine and UNODC highlights growing transnational crime in Southeast Asia.
UN News | Jul 21, 2026, 11:20 PM
world
China’s rapid rise in the electric vehicle sector challenges established automakers and offers a potential blueprint for emerging markets to develop their own EV industries.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 21, 2026, 11:15 PM
politics
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine testify before Congress amid escalating U.S.-Iran conflict and President Trump's mixed messages on military action.
NBC Politics | Jul 21, 2026, 10:13 PM
us
Following a White House meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, Donald Trump directs his administration to allow American airlines to resume direct flights to Lebanon, suspended since 1985.
Guardian US | Jul 21, 2026, 9:17 PM
general
A WalletHub study ranks Seattle and Tacoma near the bottom for first-time homebuyer affordability, with starter homes averaging over $500,000 and entry costs becoming a significant barrier.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 9:07 PM
business
Tokyo submits reform proposals aiming to streamline World Trade Organization decision-making and regulate subsidies, targeting adoption by 2028.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 21, 2026, 9:00 PM
global-institutions
The UN condemns civilian killings as violence escalates in Gaza and the West Bank, with humanitarian agencies working to assist affected Palestinians.
UN News | Jul 21, 2026, 8:56 PM
world
Queensland’s critical emergency phone system upgrade, initially set for completion in December 2026, is now postponed to March 2027 due to supply delays linked to the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz closure.
ABC Australia News | Jul 21, 2026, 8:45 PM
world
Oleksandr Syrskyi is removed as commander-in-chief days after Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov's ousting sparked nationwide unrest.
BBC World | Jul 21, 2026, 8:35 PM
general
Following a White House meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, President Trump announced the resumption of direct U.S. flights to Lebanon and expressed willingness to engage with Hezbollah.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 8:21 PM
general
The Justice Department's Operation Offsides targeted websites streaming World Cup games without authorization, collaborating with Latin American authorities to block hundreds more.
Washington Times News | Jul 21, 2026, 8:11 PM
politics
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine appear before a Senate committee to discuss escalating war with Iran and defend a $67 billion Pentagon funding request.
CBS Politics | Jul 21, 2026, 7:39 PM
business
Following the discontinuation of the Mitsubishi SpaceJet program in 2023, Japan is now aiming to develop a new domestic passenger aircraft with international collaboration.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 21, 2026, 7:34 PM
world
President Donald Trump warns the United States is far from finished with Iran, indicating potential strikes on a key underground nuclear facility amid escalating Middle East hostilities.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 21, 2026, 6:53 PM
world
In a statement to Trump, Lebanese President Aoun emphasized Lebanon's ultimate objective to permanently cease hostilities with Israel.
Al Jazeera | Jul 21, 2026, 6:34 PM