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Retailers Launch Halloween Merchandise Months Early Featuring 'Skelly' and Other Spooky Items

ABC News' Sam Champion previews the early arrival of Halloween products as stores aim to attract shoppers well before the holiday.

Jul 16, 2026, 7:07 AM ABC Top Stories

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House Democrats Split as Nearly Half Vote to Cut Off Aid to Israel Amid Shifting Public Opinion

A contentious vote in the House revealed deep divisions within the Democratic Party over U.S. assistance to Israel, reflecting changing sentiments among Americans.

NBC Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 6:29 AM

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Ryanair Passenger Recalls Harrowing Moment Husband Nearly Pulled from Plane Window

A woman shares the terrifying experience of saving her husband during a dangerous incident on a Ryanair flight.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 16, 2026, 5:31 AM

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Todd Blanche Faces Intense Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing for Attorney General Nomination

President Trump's nominee for Attorney General, Todd Blanche, underwent rigorous questioning during his confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on July 15, 2026.

NBC Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 4:40 AM

world

Cyclist Bitten by Eastern Brown Snake Caught in Bike Chain on Northern NSW Rail Trail

A woman in her 60s was bitten by a two-metre eastern brown snake that became entangled in her bike chain while riding near Burringbar, NSW. She was treated and released from hospital the next day.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 3:16 AM

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Argentina Advances to 2026 World Cup Final with 2-1 Win Over England

Argentina secured a dramatic victory over England in the semi-finals and will face Spain in the final on July 19, 2026.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 16, 2026, 3:13 AM

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Liner Fades and Faces Vandalism After Trump Renovation

The protective liner installed this spring, dubbed 'American flag blue' by Donald Trump, has faded to gray and suffered damage, delaying the pool’s readiness beyond the Fourth of July.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 1:52 AM

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Oklahoma Tree Trimming Brothers Fall 45 Feet, Suffer Serious Injuries

Isaac and Andrew Reyes are hospitalized after a cable snapped during a tree trimming job, captured on surveillance video.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 16, 2026, 12:47 AM

world

Lionel Messi Inspires Argentina to Comeback Victory Over England in World Cup Semifinal

Argentina overcame a 1-0 deficit to defeat England 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup semifinal, with Lionel Messi assisting both late goals.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 11:47 PM

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Brandel Chamblee Criticizes Bryson DeChambeau’s Recent Major Performances Ahead of The Open

Golf analyst Brandel Chamblee highlights Bryson DeChambeau’s struggles in major tournaments, noting a shift in his competitive focus.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 10:52 PM

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Ex-Dem Fundraiser Criticizes Biden’s Memoir Launch Amid Party Struggles

Lindy Li, former Democratic fundraiser, claims Biden’s upcoming memoir will reopen party wounds and highlights internal concerns over his 2024 campaign.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 10:15 PM

world

First Half of England vs Argentina World Cup Semifinal Ends Scoreless Amid Tensions

The highly anticipated 2026 World Cup semifinal in Atlanta saw heated exchanges and fouls dominate the first 45 minutes, with Argentina holding a slight possession advantage over England.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 9:46 PM

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Multiple People Shot at Texas Kroger; Suspect Detained, Authorities Say

Deputies responded to a shooting incident at a Kroger store near Houston, Texas, on Wednesday afternoon, with a possible suspect in custody.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 9:18 PM

politics

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Intense Senate Confirmation Hearing

Senators, including Republican John Cornyn and Democrats, pressed Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche during his confirmation hearing, described by one lawmaker as more of a performance evaluation than a traditional job interview.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 9:13 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

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Kenya's Rastafarians Lose Court Battle Over Religious Cannabis Use

After years of legal proceedings, Kenya denies Rastafarians the right to smoke marijuana for religious purposes.

France 24 English | Jul 15, 2026, 8:23 PM

US Mint Begins Production of $1 Coin Featuring Donald Trump for 250th Anniversary

The commemorative coin, marking the first time a living president appears on US currency, is set for release this fall amid legal and public debate.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 8:14 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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Wildfires Trigger State of Emergency and Air Quality Alert in Northern Minnesota

Louis County declares emergency as wildfires spread across northern Minnesota and cross from Canada, prompting evacuations and health warnings.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 5:24 PM

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Taco Bell Takes Precautionary Measures Amid Multistate Cyclospora Illness Investigation

Amid a Cyclospora parasite outbreak linked to fresh produce, Taco Bell is voluntarily removing select fresh ingredients while health officials continue their probe.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 4:35 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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Trump AG Nominee Todd Blanche Faces Senate Confirmation Amid Diverse National Headlines

Todd Blanche confronts his first major Senate confirmation challenge as multiple significant news stories unfold across the United States.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 11:32 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