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China Becomes First to Approve Novel Narcolepsy Therapy Ahead of US, Japan, and Europe

The National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) in China has approved a new rare-disease treatment for narcolepsy type 1, marking a global first in drug approval and highlighting China's growing role in biopharmaceutical innovation.

Jul 22, 2026, 1:35 AM South China Morning Post World

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Grounded editorial scene illustrating 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.

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Rand Paul Releases Slack Messages Showing COVID-19 Origin Paper Authors Held Private Doubts on Lab Leak Theory

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

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UN General Assembly Adopts Road Safety Declaration Despite US Objection

The UN General Assembly approved a new global pledge to halve road deaths by 2030, with the United States as the sole opposing vote.

UN News | Jul 21, 2026, 10:24 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating The amount of land burned in the Amazon rainforest in 2025 was the smallest since records began in 1985, marking a significant drop from the previous year.

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Brazil's Amazon Sees Sharp Decline in Area Burned in 2025

The amount of land burned in the Amazon rainforest in 2025 was the smallest since records began in 1985, marking a significant drop from the previous year.

BBC World | Jul 21, 2026, 9:59 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating The Justice Department's Operation Offsides targeted websites streaming World Cup games without authorization, collaborating with Latin American authorities to block hundreds more.

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DOJ Seizes Over 1,000 Domains for Illegally Streaming World Cup Matches

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

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French Lawmakers Vote on Social Media Ban for Children Under 15

France considers becoming the first EU country to impose a digital age limit aimed at protecting children online, with the ban potentially taking effect by September 1, 2026.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 21, 2026, 4:25 PM

Yotam Marom Reflects on Occupy Wall Street’s Legacy and Its Impact on American Politics

Fifteen years after Occupy Wall Street dissolved, organizer Yotam Marom discusses the movement’s challenges and its influence on the rise of socialist politics in the US.

Guardian US | Jul 21, 2026, 11:54 AM

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Mixed Reactions in Gaza Following Khalil al-Hayya's Election as Hamas Leader

Palestinians in Gaza express varied views on the recent Hamas leadership change amid ongoing war and humanitarian crisis.

Al Jazeera | Jul 21, 2026, 7:23 AM

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Trump and UK PM Burnham Discuss Strengthening U.S.-UK Ties and Strait of Hormuz Security

President Donald Trump spoke with Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, pledging U.S. support and discussing key issues including trade, military alliance, and maritime security.

Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 2:28 AM

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Trump and UK PM Burnham Discuss Strengthening U.S.-UK Ties and Strait of Hormuz Security

President Donald Trump spoke with Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, pledging U.S. support and discussing key issues including trade, military alliance, and Middle East security.

Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 2:16 AM

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Trump and UK PM Burnham Discuss Strengthening U.S.-UK Ties and Strait of Hormuz Security

President Donald Trump spoke with newly appointed UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, pledging U.S. support and discussing key issues including trade, military alliance, and Middle East security.

Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 2:00 AM

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Spain's World Cup Champions Celebrate Homecoming Amid FIFA Investigation

Millions of fans welcomed Spain's victorious World Cup team in Madrid as FIFA launched a probe into post-match altercations following the final.

ABC Australia News | Jul 21, 2026, 12:58 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating The US targets Iran to degrade its ability to attack ships in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, following threats of retaliation for recent US soldier deaths.

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US Launches New Strikes on Iran Amid Rising Tensions in Strait of Hormuz

The US targets Iran to degrade its ability to attack ships in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, following threats of retaliation for recent US soldier deaths.

BBC World | Jul 20, 2026, 11:33 PM

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US Death Toll in Iran Conflict Rises to 17, Prompting Concerns of Escalation

The recent deaths of three U.S. servicemembers in a 24-hour span have raised fears of further escalation in the ongoing Iran conflict, as diplomatic efforts continue amid growing casualties.

The Hill | Jul 20, 2026, 11:10 PM

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Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods Including Hockey Sticks and Alcohol

US President Donald Trump signed orders on July 20, 2026, to impose new 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian products, citing discriminatory trade practices by Canada against American goods.

CNA Latest News | Jul 20, 2026, 10:17 PM

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Chess Champion Judit Polgar Declines Offer to Become Hungary’s President

Judit Polgar, acclaimed as the greatest female chess player, has rejected Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar’s nomination to serve as president, citing the weight of uniting a divided nation.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 20, 2026, 8:16 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Spain's national football team received a royal welcome and a massive fan parade in Madrid following their 2026 World Cup victory.

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Spain’s World Cup Champions Return Home for Royal Welcome and Madrid Parade

Spain's national football team received a royal welcome and a massive fan parade in Madrid following their 2026 World Cup victory.

Africanews | Jul 20, 2026, 1:32 PM

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Protests in Houston Demand Justice After ICE Killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo

Hundreds gather in Houston, Texas, to protest the fatal shooting of a 52-year-old Mexican man by an ICE agent, amid calls for investigations into ICE practices.

Al Jazeera | Jul 20, 2026, 5:55 AM

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Food Delivery Rider Wang Jibing Wins China's Prestigious Lu Xun Literary Prize

Wang Jibing, a 56-year-old delivery rider, gains recognition for his poetry collection inspired by the challenges of gig economy workers in China.

BBC World | Jul 20, 2026, 5:02 AM

politics

Tom Homan Advocates for Body Cameras Following Fatal ICE Shootings in Texas and Maine

White House border czar Tom Homan supports wider deployment of body cameras for ICE officers after recent fatal shootings, citing transparency and public trust.

CBS Politics | Jul 19, 2026, 8:05 PM

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Israel Passes Legislation Targeting Palestinian Education in East Jerusalem

New laws approved by the Knesset aim to dismantle the Palestinian education system in East Jerusalem, sparking legal challenges and political controversy ahead of Israel’s October 2026 elections.

Al Jazeera | Jul 19, 2026, 4:45 PM

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Trump Administration Pursues Policy to Debank Illegal Immigrants, Stephen Miller Says

White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller outlines efforts to restrict banking access for illegal immigrants as a means to encourage self-deportation.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 7:04 PM

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Far-Left Activist Conference at Chicago Teachers Union HQ Sparks Classroom Concerns

A two-day gathering of socialist, anti-war, and pro-Palestinian groups at the Chicago Teachers Union headquarters has drawn criticism from education advocates over its focus away from classroom empowerment.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 2:13 PM

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Fort Worth Police Ticket Preacher for 'Offensive' Speech at Pride Event, DOJ Investigates

A preacher was cited by a Fort Worth officer for offensive speech during the Trinity Pride Fest, sparking a Department of Justice inquiry into potential First Amendment violations.

Reason | Jul 18, 2026, 4:33 AM