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Kolkata Unites in Celebration of Lionel Messi Amid World Cup Fever

South Asia’s football capital passionately supports Argentina’s Lionel Messi during the 2026 World Cup, with the city’s rich football culture on full display.

Jul 18, 2026, 6:58 AM Al Jazeera

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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.

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

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Trump’s Claims of Chinese Election Interference Highlight Crisis in American Democracy, Says Beijing Adviser

A political scientist from the Chinese University of Hong Kong describes former President Donald Trump’s allegations as campaign rhetoric and urges the US to focus on democratic reforms.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 6:41 AM

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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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India Launches First Private Orbital Rocket Vikram-1, Marking a New Era in Space

Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital rocket, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, advancing the nation's role in the global space economy.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 6:30 AM

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U.S. and Iran Exchange Strikes Amid Rising Tensions Over Strait of Hormuz

On Saturday, July 18th, 2026, the United States and Iran intensified their conflict by targeting infrastructure and military sites in the Mideast, escalating their ongoing battle over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

NPR News | Jul 18, 2026, 6:27 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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England Carry ‘Scars’ of World Cup Heartbreak into Third-Place Playoff Against France

Following a narrow semifinal loss to Argentina, England prepares to face France in the FIFA World Cup third-place match, with coach Thomas Tuchel acknowledging the gap to the top nations.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 6:08 AM

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Israel’s ‘Crimson Thread’ Military Barrier Cuts Off Palestinian Communities in West Bank

The newly announced barrier in the Jordan Valley is severing Palestinian access to farmland and displacing families, according to local officials and Israeli NGOs.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 6:02 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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Rising University Costs Under Job-ready Graduates Scheme Impact Young Australians' Home Ownership

The federal government faces growing calls to scrap the Job-ready Graduates scheme as expensive degrees hinder young Australians' ability to enter the property market.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:49 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

business

Kyocera CEO Predicts Growing Demand for Chipmaking Parts Through 2030

Kyocera anticipates sustained growth in semiconductor component demand amid AI-driven market tailwinds, says President and CEO Shiro Sakushima.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 18, 2026, 5:39 AM

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Indian Activist Sonam Wangchuk Forcibly Hospitalised After 21-Day Hunger Strike

Sonam Wangchuk, protesting exam irregularities in India, was taken to hospital by police amid health concerns, sparking calls for further action from the Cockroach Janta Party.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:36 AM

politics

Paul Pelosi Charged with Misdemeanor Hit-and-Run in Napa County

Paul Pelosi, husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, faces charges after allegedly leaving the scene of a collision with a parked car in Yountville, California.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 5:21 AM

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Ex-Wife Identifies ICE Agent Who Fatally Shot Man in Maine, Alleges Racist Beliefs

Ashley Brouillette named her ex-husband, David Brouillette, as the officer involved in the fatal shooting of Joan Sebastián Durán Guerrero in Biddeford, Maine.

NPR News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:15 AM

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Colombia's Ecopetrol Reports Cyberattack Affecting Data of 3,300 Accounts

Ecopetrol, Latin America's major energy producer, faces potential risks after a cyberattack targeted its cloud storage across multiple subsidiaries.

CNA Latest News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:11 AM

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Indian Activist Sonam Wangchuk Hospitalized Following Police Intervention at Jantar Mantar

Sonam Wangchuk, fasting in protest against an education minister, was moved to hospital by police on court orders amid escalating tensions at a New Delhi protest site.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 18, 2026, 5:06 AM

politics

David Crowley to Rejoin Wisconsin Governor’s Race After Sara Rodriguez Withdrawal

Following Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez’s exit amid campaign finance issues, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley plans to re-enter the Democratic primary for governor.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 4:54 AM

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Mandela Day Sparks Debate Over Legacy Amid South Africa’s Social Challenges

As South Africa faces inequality and division, Mandela Day 2026 has become a focal point for disputes over immigration and the country’s future direction.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 4:50 AM

politics

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

business

Tari Lang Reflects on Suharto Era in Memoir 'My Neighbour, The Dictator'

The memoir offers a teenager's perspective on repression and upheaval during Indonesia's three-decade dictatorship, aiming to warn new generations about authoritarianism.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 18, 2026, 4:31 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

politics

Reason Podcast Covers Trump Speech, Lindsey Graham’s Legacy, and Medical Advances

Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi discuss recent political and social topics including Donald Trump’s primetime address, expanded definitions of rape, and improvements in medical quality of life.

Reason | Jul 18, 2026, 4:25 AM