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Tasmania’s Liberty Bell Bay Manganese Smelter to Close Immediately

Administrators have ordered the immediate closure of Australia's last manganese smelter after failing to find a buyer amid economic challenges.

Jul 16, 2026, 1:27 AM ABC Australia News

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US Senate Proposes Bill to Reduce Dependence on China in Pharmaceutical Sector

Bipartisan senators introduce legislation to increase transparency on foreign investments amid concerns over US reliance on China for drug ingredients and medical supply chains.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 12:40 AM

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US Tightens AI Controls on China Amid Concerns Over Technology Gap

Anthropic highlights a six-to-nine-month US lead in AI models while accusing Chinese firms of unauthorized replication; White House and Congress take steps to restrict China’s access to advanced AI technologies.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 11:48 PM

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KTLA Reporter Rachel Menitoff Goes Viral for Staying Calm as Cockroach Crawls on Her During Live Heat Wave Report

During a live broadcast in Sherman Oaks on July 14th, 2026, KTLA reporter Rachel Menitoff maintained her composure while a cockroach crawled across her neck and chest amid an ongoing heat wave.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 11:28 PM

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14-Nation Coalition Marks 10th Anniversary of South China Sea Ruling Amid Legal Disputes

A statement by 14 countries commemorates the 2016 Hague ruling on the South China Sea but highlights ongoing disagreements over sovereignty and international law.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 10:19 PM

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Trump Intelligence Nominee Jay Clayton Highlights Role in Shaping US-China Economic Strategy

Jay Clayton, nominated for director of national intelligence, emphasized his potential contribution to US economic policy with China during a Senate confirmation hearing that underscored Beijing as a key geopolitical challenge.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 8:25 PM

Venezuelan Man Dies in ICE Custody During Transfer in Georgia

Jesús Manuel Arenas-Silva is the 22nd person to die in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody this year amid calls for greater accountability.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 8:15 PM

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French Parliament Approves Landmark Assisted-Dying Bill

France moves closer to legalizing assisted dying for adults with incurable illnesses, pending constitutional approval.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 6:57 PM

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Announces Annual Testosterone Screenings for Service Members

New policy mandates annual testosterone level tests for troops aged 30 and older, with options for replacement therapy if diagnosed with deficiency.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 6:18 PM

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EU Accuses China of Seeking to Reshape Global Order in New Strategy Paper

The European Union’s 27 foreign ministers adopted a position paper accusing China and Russia of attempting to reshape global power dynamics and enabling Russia’s war on Ukraine.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 6:08 PM

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Global Views of China and Xi Jinping Improve as US Perceptions Decline, Pew Survey Finds

A new Pew Research Centre survey reveals a rebound in China’s global image and President Xi Jinping’s favorability, contrasting with a decline in confidence in the United States across multiple countries.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 5:23 PM

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CUHK Launches First Cross-Border Clinical Trial Centre in Nansha

The Chinese University of Hong Kong partners with mainland authorities to establish a clinical trial centre aimed at boosting medical innovation in the Greater Bay Area.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 3:33 PM

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China Advances in Space Race with New Propellant Tank Dome Technologies

China signals breakthroughs in manufacturing critical rocket components, challenging the US in the race to the moon’s south pole.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 2:38 PM

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OMB Director Russ Vought Testifies Before House on CFPB Semi-Annual Report

Russ Vought appeared before the House Financial Services Committee to discuss recent actions taken at the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 2:27 PM

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Texas Imam Faces Congressional Censure After Celebrating Sen. Lindsey Graham’s Death

Rep. Beth Van Duyne plans to introduce a resolution condemning Imam Omar Suleiman for his social media post following Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 1:16 PM

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Iran Threatens to Block More Trade Routes Amid US Military Strikes

Tensions escalate as Iran's Revolutionary Guards vow to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed until US aggression ends, following fresh US strikes on Iranian military targets.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 12:44 PM

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Sam Altman Signals OpenAI Price War Amid Rising Competition from Anthropic and China

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman indicates readiness to cut prices on AI models as rivalry with US-based Anthropic and Chinese AI firms intensifies.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 12:42 PM

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Unexploded Bombs Hamper Firefighters as German Wildfire Spreads in Mueritz National Park

Firefighters are forced to keep a 1,000-meter distance from flames due to old munitions buried in a former military training ground, complicating efforts to control a growing wildfire in northern Germany.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 11:55 AM

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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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China Prepares for More Storms Following Typhoon Bavi’s Impact

Authorities in northeast China issue emergency alerts as the country braces for additional typhoons and heavy rains through September.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 11:02 AM

Trump’s Attorney General Nominee Faces Senate Hearing Amid Rising ICE Controversies

Todd Blanche, former personal defense lawyer to Donald Trump, confronts a contentious Senate Judiciary Committee hearing as federal immigration enforcement faces scrutiny following multiple deaths.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 10:50 AM

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China Think Tank Warns Against European-Led NATO 3.0 Expansion in Asia-Pacific

The China Institutes of Contemporary International Relations cautions that NATO’s shift to a Europe-led model and its growing ties with Asia-Pacific nations risk deepening global strategic tensions.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 10:20 AM

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China’s Lanzhou Airport Wins Hearts with Shelter for Stray Cat Family

Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport in Gansu province has gained social media praise for creating a dedicated space for a family of stray cats, allowing passengers to interact with them while serving as natural pest controllers.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 10:17 AM

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Hong Kong’s Delivery Connect Highlights China’s Gradual Financial Opening

The launch of Hong Kong’s latest Connect programme on July 7, focused on gold, underscores Beijing’s cautious approach to integrating China’s financial markets with the world.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 8:46 AM