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Thousands gather in Najaf as funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei begin, with the body set to proceed to Karbala for further rites.
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Hong Kong Cantopop artist Keung To has been disqualified from driving after accumulating 15 demerit points for multiple traffic violations last year.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 8, 2026, 9:08 AM
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US President Donald Trump surprises NATO allies with promises of new arms sales and expresses unexpected warmth toward the alliance during the Ankara summit, despite earlier criticisms and tensions over Iran.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 8, 2026, 9:07 AM
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Ongoing clashes in South Sudan have severely disrupted healthcare access, with medical evacuations rising 50% in early 2026, according to the Red Cross.
Africanews | Jul 8, 2026, 9:03 AM
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At the NATO summit in Ankara, US President Donald Trump announced the end of the ceasefire with Tehran after the US launched retaliatory strikes against Iran.
France 24 English | Jul 8, 2026, 8:59 AM
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Mabil, a prominent figure in the Australian World Cup team, has publicly addressed comments made by a far-right politician.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 8:37 AM
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A software defect at data centres in Sydney and Melbourne caused widespread service interruptions, prompting a national investigation.
BBC World | Jul 8, 2026, 8:15 AM
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During closing submissions in the trial of former Wagga Wagga MP Daryl Maguire, the court was told he was aware that lying to the Department of Immigration was integral to an alleged fraudulent visa scheme.
ABC Australia News | Jul 8, 2026, 8:14 AM
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Moise Lida Kouassi, who served under former president Laurent Gbagbo, was released after being held on terrorism-related charges since August 2025.
Africanews | Jul 8, 2026, 7:32 AM
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Trailing 2-0 with 15 minutes remaining, Argentina rallied to win 3-2 and advance to the quarter-finals against Switzerland.
France 24 English | Jul 8, 2026, 7:29 AM
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On July 8, 2026, a woman in Ibaraki Prefecture was arrested for allegedly injuring her roommate by sewing her lips shut, while Tokyo-based ispace announced a new lunar cargo business using SpaceX's Starship rocket.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 8, 2026, 7:28 AM
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Following a parliamentary inquiry report accusing NSW Director of Public Prosecutions Sally Dowling of authorising a leak and giving false evidence, more than 120 crown prosecutors and former DPP Nicholas Cowdrey have issued statements backing her integrity.
ABC Australia News | Jul 8, 2026, 7:26 AM
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The Canadian province alleges OpenAI failed to report violent activity on ChatGPT linked to the perpetrator before a deadly shooting in Tumbler Ridge.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 8, 2026, 7:25 AM
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Twin blasts in Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit highlight ongoing instability in Syria, compounded by internal conflicts and political tensions.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 6:49 AM
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Singapore authorities have charged four individuals for their alleged roles in a multinational money laundering operation involving smuggling gold concealed in electronic devices from China and fraudulent tax refund claims.
CNA Latest News | Jul 8, 2026, 6:46 AM
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After two decades abroad, AI expert Cao Liangliang comes full circle with a new academic role in Hong Kong, continuing a legacy started under mentor Tang Xiao’ou.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 8, 2026, 6:44 AM
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Buckled columns and sagging floors in a 1970s-era building under conversion to luxury flats prompted evacuations and urgent stabilization efforts in Midtown Manhattan.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 8, 2026, 6:43 AM
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Despite a ceasefire extension between Iran and the US, ongoing conflict and economic challenges continue to strain Iran’s recovery prospects.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 6:15 AM
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A liquefied natural gas tanker was struck by a projectile and caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over maritime security as Iran mourns its Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and nuclear talks with the United States stall.
Africanews | Jul 8, 2026, 5:58 AM
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At least 22 killed as Russia launches dozens of missiles and drones targeting residential areas in Kyiv, prompting calls for urgent air defense support.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 8, 2026, 5:56 AM
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Following a court of appeal's confirmation of her guilty verdict for misuse of public funds, Marine Le Pen swiftly announced her bid for the French presidency, igniting political controversy.
BBC World | Jul 8, 2026, 5:55 AM
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The National Anti-Corruption Commission has ended investigations into Paul Brereton, citing high costs and resolved systemic issues.
ABC Australia News | Jul 8, 2026, 5:53 AM
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Lawmakers urge regulatory reforms following an undisclosed embryo specimen mishandling incident at a Hong Kong fertility clinic.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 8, 2026, 5:49 AM
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During the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt, an Argentina supporter was seen waving the Israeli flag.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 5:36 AM