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US Launches Seventh Night of Airstrikes on Iran Amid Tehran’s Threat of Full-Scale Offensive

Tensions escalate as US airstrikes target Iranian infrastructure and Tehran retaliates with attacks on US military sites in the Gulf.

Jul 18, 2026, 6:51 AM France 24 English

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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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Ukrainian Drone Attack Kills Seven at Moscow Logistics Centre Amid Large-Scale Drone Wave

A Ukrainian drone strike on a Wildberries logistics centre in western Russia killed seven night-shift workers and wounded 24, as over 370 drones targeted the Moscow region with most intercepted by air defenses.

France 24 English | Jul 18, 2026, 6:25 AM

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Canadian Wildfire Smoke Affects Over 100 Million in US Ahead of World Cup Final

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is spreading across major US regions, raising health concerns just days before the 2026 World Cup final.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 6:04 AM

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Smoke from Canadian Wildfires Causes Unhealthy Air Across U.S. Cities

Hundreds of wildfires in Canada have produced smoke affecting over 100 million Americans in more than a dozen states, prompting health warnings and mask distributions.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 18, 2026, 5:54 AM

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Iran Renewed Attacks on Gulf States Following Continued US Strikes

Tensions escalate as Iran and the US target military sites and shipping traffic in the Gulf, raising fears of all-out conflict.

CNA Latest News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:43 AM

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IOM Warns of El Niño Threat to Displaced Families in Venezuela After Earthquakes

Thousands remain displaced three weeks after twin earthquakes in Venezuela, with a strong El Niño climate pattern potentially worsening humanitarian conditions, the International Organization for Migration says.

UN News | Jul 18, 2026, 4:28 AM

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Israeli Army Destroys Three Schools in Southern Lebanon, Minister Says

At least 20 schools have been completely destroyed in southern Lebanon amid ongoing conflict, with hundreds more damaged and half a million children out of school.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 3:59 AM

Memphis Rallies Support Progressive Democrat Justin Pearson Amid Controversy

Over a thousand people gathered in Memphis to back Democratic state representative Justin Pearson’s congressional bid following four fatal shootings by the Memphis Safe Task Force.

Guardian US | Jul 18, 2026, 3:34 AM

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Iranian Attacks on Jordanian Bases Injure Several U.S. Troops Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict

Iranian missile and drone strikes on military bases in Jordan this week reportedly injured multiple U.S. service members, as tensions rise following failed peace talks and renewed U.S. strikes on Iranian targets.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 3:29 AM

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Federal Appeals Court Strikes Down New Jersey AR-15 Ban in Landmark Second Amendment Ruling

The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals invalidated New Jersey's ban on semiautomatic rifles and large-capacity magazines, a decision hailed as historic by the NRA.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 2:46 AM

One Person Dies in Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak in New York City

Health officials report the first death amid an ongoing Legionnaires’ disease outbreak on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, with investigations continuing to identify the source.

Guardian US | Jul 18, 2026, 2:33 AM

San Francisco Police Recover Boat Wreckage and Identify Second Victim in Bay Capsizing

Authorities continue search for two missing persons after the Volare capsized in San Francisco Bay, claiming two lives.

Guardian US | Jul 18, 2026, 2:21 AM

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UN Chief Guterres Calls for Inclusive Global Governance of AI

At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference, UN Secretary-General António Guterres urges international cooperation to ensure AI benefits all nations and supports sustainable development.

UN News | Jul 18, 2026, 2:16 AM

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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

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AIPAC Suspends Fundraising for House Democrats Opposing Israel Military Aid

The American Israel Public Affairs Committee has halted campaign donations for over two dozen House Democrats who voted to restrict U.S. military aid to Israel in the 2027 fiscal funding bill.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 1:03 AM

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Trump Alleges Foreign Election Interference in 2026 White House Address

President Trump cited declassified documents to claim vulnerabilities in U.S. elections and accused China of attempting to influence the 2020 election, while intelligence reports offer nuanced assessments.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 12:18 AM

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Hunger Worsens for Over 100,000 Displaced Families in Sudan’s El Obeid

UN agencies report urgent food needs amid prolonged conflict and siege in El Obeid, with displaced populations relying heavily on reduced rations.

UN News | Jul 17, 2026, 11:40 PM

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AI Chip Stocks Slide Amid Investor Concerns Over Rising Costs and Interest Rate Hike

Shares of leading AI chipmakers fell on Friday following TSMC's earnings report and amid investor worries about heavy AI investments and potential interest rate increases.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 17, 2026, 10:39 PM

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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

Two Men Arrested After Kidnapping US Forest Service Employees in California

Hostages released after more than 12 hours in Shasta-Trinity National Forest; suspects to face federal kidnapping charges.

Guardian US | Jul 17, 2026, 10:12 PM

DHS Chief Supports Trump’s Unsubstantiated Election Claims Amid Criticism

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin backs Donald Trump’s disputed voter fraud allegations, citing a DHS memo, while election experts question the data transparency.

Guardian US | Jul 17, 2026, 9:01 PM

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Rare Sub-Antarctic Petrels Spotted Live Off NSW Coast for First Time

Two deepwater seabirds from the Southern Ocean, the Kerguelen petrel and grey petrel, were photographed off Port Macquarie, marking a rare event for New South Wales.

ABC Australia News | Jul 17, 2026, 8:49 PM

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Nebraska Democratic Senate Nominee Cindy Burbank Requests Ballot Removal

Burbank’s withdrawal could lead to a direct contest between Republican Sen. Deb Fischer and independent candidate Osborn in the 2026 Nebraska Senate race.

NBC Politics | Jul 17, 2026, 8:42 PM