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US Strikes on Iran’s Southern Islands Raise Questions of Potential Seizure

Recent US military actions on Iran’s southern islands have reignited speculation about Washington’s intentions to seize Iranian territory amid ongoing conflict.

Jul 15, 2026, 12:09 PM Al Jazeera

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Second Hill Nation Summit Unites Bipartisan Lawmakers and Officials Ahead of Midterms

The Hill Nation Summit in Washington brought together lawmakers, administration officials, and journalists to discuss key issues facing the 2026 midterm elections.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 12:07 PM

Trump Threatens Strikes on Iran’s Civilian Infrastructure, Scraps Hormuz Toll Amid Middle East Tensions

President Donald Trump warns of targeting Iran’s power plants and bridges if no deal is reached, while reversing a plan to impose a 20% toll on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 12:00 PM

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Canadian Wildfire Smoke Spreads Across US from Great Lakes to New England

Over 830 wildfires in Canada and additional fires near the US border are causing hazardous air quality across the upper Midwest and Northeast, with smoke expected to reach major East Coast cities by mid-July 15, 2026.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 11:54 AM

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FCC Officials Accepted Expensive Gifts from Paramount Amid Billion-Dollar Merger Approvals

FCC commissioners received costly Kennedy Center gala tickets from Paramount while overseeing the company's major merger approvals, raising ethics concerns.

ProPublica | Jul 15, 2026, 11:11 AM

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Iran Threatens to Block Oil Exports Amid U.S. Maritime Blockade in Strait of Hormuz

Tensions escalate as Iran responds to U.S. blockade by threatening to halt all regional oil export routes.

NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 11:05 AM

politics

Trump Stands Firm on MOU Violations as Iran Cease-Fire Ends

The cease-fire with Iran has ended, prompting President Trump to reject violations of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), raising questions about the administration's next steps.

National Review | Jul 15, 2026, 10:51 AM

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Todd Blanche Faces Senate Judiciary Committee in First Major Confirmation Battle Since Lindsey Graham’s Death

Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing tests Republican unity amid the Senate Judiciary Committee’s efforts to fill the late Senator Lindsey Graham’s seat.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 10:27 AM

politics

Trump Escalates Feud with The New York Times as DOJ Subpoenas Journalists

The Department of Justice has subpoenaed four New York Times journalists over their reporting on security issues related to the Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet, marking a new phase in President Trump's ongoing conflict with the outlet.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 10:25 AM

world

England vs. Argentina: A Football Rivalry Steeped in History Ahead of 2026 World Cup Semifinal

The upcoming 2026 World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina in Atlanta revives a longstanding rivalry marked by historical conflicts and iconic football moments.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 15, 2026, 10:15 AM

world

Iran Launches Attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, Claims Strike on US Fifth Fleet’s Command Centre

On Tuesday night, July 15th 2026, Iran conducted attacks across the Middle East, targeting Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, and claimed to have destroyed the US Fifth Fleet’s command centre.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 9:54 AM

world

Al Jazeera Chairman Pays Tribute to Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani

Sheikh Hamad bin Thamer Al Thani honors the late Father Emir for founding Al Jazeera and advancing Qatar’s media landscape.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 9:52 AM

world

US Reinstates Naval Blockade on Iranian Ports Amid Ongoing Gulf Attacks

Less than a month after a memorandum of understanding aimed at peace, the US Central Command launched a new wave of strikes on Iran and resumed its naval blockade on Iranian ports.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 9:21 AM

general

Supreme Court to Review Case on Permits for Home Prayer Gatherings

An Orthodox Jew was forced to cancel his minyan after a cease-and-desist letter, with courts dismissing his First Amendment claim due to zoning technicalities.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 9:18 AM

world

Partnered Health GP Clinics Targeted in Major Cyber Breach

More than a dozen clinics operated by Partnered Health across Australia have had patient medical records stolen in a cyber attack, prompting legal action to protect the data.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 9:08 AM

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Boomanulla Oval Nears Indigenous Ownership After Decade-Long Promise

A new committee has convened to oversee the transition of Boomanulla Oval in Canberra to Indigenous community control, fulfilling a government promise made over ten years ago.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 9:07 AM

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Ebola Cases in Congo Surpass 2,000 Amid Fastest-Growing Outbreak on Record

Congo reports 2,011 confirmed Ebola cases and 754 deaths as the Bundibugyo virus outbreak accelerates, with contact tracing and unknown transmission chains posing major challenges.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 8:44 AM

world

US Launches New Strikes on Iran as IRGC Reports Attacks on US Military Sites in Gulf

The United States conducted a seven-hour military operation targeting Iranian sites near the Strait of Hormuz amid renewed naval blockades and rising oil prices, while Iran claimed retaliatory strikes on US facilities.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 8:09 AM

politics

Darline Graham Sworn In to Senate Seat Following Lindsey Graham’s Unexpected Death

Sen. Darline Graham has been sworn in to complete the Senate term of her late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died unexpectedly.

NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 8:01 AM

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India's Landmark Trade Deal with UK Begins Amid US Tariff Proposal

India and the UK have launched a major free trade agreement granting nearly all Indian exports duty-free access, while US senators propose tariffs on India over oil imports from Russia.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 15, 2026, 8:00 AM

politics

Prosecutors Present Strong Evidence Against Tyler Robinson in Pretrial Hearings

New evidence challenges conspiracy theories linking Tyler Robinson to an assassination plot against Charlie Kirk.

National Review | Jul 15, 2026, 7:24 AM

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Mystery Bidder Purchases T. rex Fossil 'Gus' for Record $50 Million

A nearly complete Tyrannosaurus rex fossil, known as 'Gus,' sold for a historic price in the United States.

NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 7:14 AM

politics

Lindsey Graham Remembered as a Fierce Defender of the Pro-Life Cause

The late senator was known for his passionate and energetic advocacy in protecting human life.

National Review | Jul 15, 2026, 6:21 AM

general

Ebola Outbreak in Eastern Congo Spreads Faster Than Tracking Efforts as Death Toll Exceeds 700

The World Health Organization reports that 80% of new Ebola cases in eastern Congo come from unknown transmission chains, indicating rapid and uncontrolled spread.

NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 6:20 AM