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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.

Jul 16, 2026, 8:44 AM Africanews

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Israel Confirms Troop Presence in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza Security Zones

Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz assures US Pentagon chief of continued Israeli military presence in key border security zones despite US calls for withdrawal.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 8:42 AM

politics

Former Dunn Housing Authority Director Sentenced for Embezzling Over $200,000

Debbie Norris Woodell received a two-year federal prison sentence and must repay $238,448 after admitting to conspiring to steal taxpayer funds.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 8:40 AM

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US Military to Implement Annual Testosterone Screening for Service Members Over 30

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces a new health initiative aimed at restoring natural capabilities of troops through mandatory testosterone level checks.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 8:29 AM

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Protests Erupt Across Ukraine Following Removal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov

Thousands in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities demand reinstatement of the popular defence minister amid government reshuffle by President Zelensky.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 8:02 AM

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Mount Gambier's 'Blue Blob' Sculpture Marks First Anniversary Amid Mixed Reactions

The controversial 'Cast in Blue' sculpture in Mount Gambier, South Australia, celebrated its first birthday, reflecting a year of public debate and community engagement.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 8:01 AM

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Japan PM Sanae Takaichi's Approval Rating Falls Below 50% for First Time

A recent poll shows a decline in support for Japan's first woman prime minister amid policy criticisms and diplomatic tensions.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:58 AM

business

TSMC Announces $100 Billion US Investment to Expand AI Chip Production

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. plans major expansion in Arizona amid rising AI demand, raising its full-year capital expenditure to $64 billion.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 7:31 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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Transgender Woman Faces Challenges Updating Personal Details with Major Australian Institutions

Laura Mitchell's efforts to update her legal name and gender with banks, insurers, and service providers revealed systemic issues and potential discrimination.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:12 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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Retailers Launch Halloween Merchandise Months Early Featuring 'Skelly' and Other Spooky Items

ABC News' Sam Champion previews the early arrival of Halloween products as stores aim to attract shoppers well before the holiday.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 16, 2026, 7:07 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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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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PM Anthony Albanese Breaks Garma Festival Attendance Promise, Cites Exhaustion

Despite a vow to attend the Garma Festival annually, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will miss the 2026 event, citing a lack of rest and scheduling another Northern Territory festival visit.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 6:25 AM

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Four Dead After Pontoon Boat Sinks Near Alcatraz Island

A three-deck pontoon vessel capsized off Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay, resulting in one confirmed death, three presumed dead, and the loss of a dog.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 6:24 AM

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Actor Sam Neill Dies from Pneumonia, Family to Hold Private Memorial

The New Zealand actor, known for Jurassic Park and The Piano, passed away after battling lymphoma and pneumonia.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 6:23 AM

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UK Proposes Voluntary Overnight Social Media Curfew for Older Teens

The Labour government introduces a six-hour default lockout on social media platforms for 16- and 17-year-olds, following last month's under-16 ban announcement.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 5:38 AM

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Driver Charged with Negligent Driving Over Multi-Truck Crash Near Goulburn

A 28-year-old semi-trailer driver faces charges following a collision that destroyed six trucks in a fire at a rest stop on the Hume Highway in New South Wales.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 5:33 AM

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Israeli Airstrikes Kill at Least 12 in Gaza Amid Ongoing Tensions

Despite a months-old ceasefire with Hamas, Israeli strikes on Gaza have resulted in multiple deaths over two days, drawing condemnation from the United Nations Human Rights Office.

Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 5:30 AM

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South Australian Victims Identified in Sydney Childcare Abuse Investigation, AFP Confirms

Federal police have identified a couple of alleged victims from South Australia linked to a remote Indigenous school amid charges against a Sydney childcare worker accused of abusing over 130 children.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 5:28 AM

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Over 500 Feared Dead in Two Suspected Shipwrecks Off Myanmar Coast

The United Nations reports two boats carrying Rohingya refugees capsized since late June, highlighting ongoing risks faced by displaced communities.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 5:25 AM

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South Korea’s International Adoptees Demand Justice Amid Adoption Scandal

Following a government investigation revealing adoption record falsifications, South Korean adoptees and advocates call for accountability beyond apologies.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 5:05 AM

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Asia Accelerates AI Agent Adoption Amid Rising Cybersecurity Concerns

While AI agents offer automation benefits, experts warn of emerging security risks including AI-driven ransomware attacks.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 4:44 AM