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UN Human Rights Council

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Men Sue North Dakota Hospital After DNA Tests Reveal They Were Switched at Birth 38 Years Ago

Two men discovered through DNA testing that they were switched at birth at Unity Medical Center in 1988 and are now suing the hospital for the impact on their lives.

Jul 18, 2026, 4:46 AM ABC Top Stories

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Meta Oversight Board Finds AI Models Limit Political Criticism in Line with Restrictive Laws

A report reveals that major large language models (LLMs) often avoid generating politically critical content, reflecting national laws that restrict free expression.

Reason | Jul 18, 2026, 4:36 AM

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US Partially Lifts Hong Kong Sanctions but Maintains Autonomy Restrictions

The United States has allowed the expiration of parts of former President Trump's national emergency order on Hong Kong, easing some sanctions but keeping key restrictions in place amid ongoing concerns over the territory's autonomy.

CNA Latest News | Jul 18, 2026, 4:10 AM

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Criticizes International Criminal Court, Threatens Action

Marco Rubio escalates US opposition to the International Criminal Court, citing threats to American legal sovereignty and the protection of US personnel abroad.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 18, 2026, 2:08 AM

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Trump Officials Push to Redirect Human Rights Aid Toward White South Africans and Right-Wing European Causes

The State Department under Trump administration officials sought to fund groups aligned with conservative European movements and advocates for white South Africans, marking a shift from traditional human rights aid.

ProPublica | Jul 18, 2026, 1:58 AM

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Hunger Worsens for Over 100,000 Displaced Families in Sudan’s El Obeid

UN agencies report urgent food needs amid prolonged conflict and siege in El Obeid, with displaced populations relying heavily on reduced rations.

UN News | Jul 17, 2026, 11:40 PM

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'Inclusive' 2026 World Cup Criticized for Visa Restrictions Under Trump Administration

Rights groups say the Trump administration's strict visa policies undermined FIFA's promise of the most inclusive World Cup, barring fans and officials from several countries.

France 24 English | Jul 17, 2026, 8:37 PM

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Over 500 Rohingya Asylum Seekers Vanish at Sea After Leaving Myanmar

Two boats carrying approximately 530 Rohingya refugees disappeared after departing Myanmar's Rakhine State on June 29, amid rough monsoon seas and ongoing regional conflict.

BBC World | Jul 17, 2026, 5:12 AM

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Sadiq Khan Appointed to House of Lords in Final UK PM Honours List

Outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer names 26 new life peers, including London Mayor Sadiq Khan, ahead of leadership transition.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 12:15 AM

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Ilhan Omar Calls for US to Join International Criminal Court Amid Trump Administration Opposition

Representative Ilhan Omar introduces a resolution urging the US to ratify the Rome Statute and join the ICC, countering efforts by former President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to undermine the court.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 11:02 PM

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Sudanese Minister Highlights War’s Profound Impact on Nation’s Demographics

Sudan’s ongoing conflict has caused significant population shifts, challenging social stability and prompting government efforts to strengthen population policies and social protection.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 2:26 PM

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Israeli Airstrikes Kill at Least 12 in Gaza Amid Ongoing Tensions

Despite a months-old ceasefire with Hamas, Israeli strikes on Gaza have resulted in multiple deaths over two days, drawing condemnation from the United Nations Human Rights Office.

Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 5:30 AM

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Human Rights Watch and ACLU Report Abuses at Texas Immigrant Detention Center

Camp East Montana, the nation's largest immigration detention center, faces allegations of beatings, medical neglect, and inhumane conditions according to a joint report by civil rights groups.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 5:14 AM

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Iran Releases American Citizen Detained Since 2024, Trump Announces

Dena Karari, a dual US-Iranian citizen, has been freed after being held in Iran since December 2024, according to President Donald Trump and her lawyer Jared Genser.

NBC Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 12:41 AM

Mexico Requests US State Attorneys General Investigate Immigrant Deaths in ICE Custody

Following the death of Mexican immigrant Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, Mexico formally asks US authorities to investigate deaths of Mexican immigrants during immigration enforcement operations.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 9:22 PM

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UN Reports Worsening Education in West Bank, Calls for Inclusive AI Healthcare and Indigenous Rights Protection

The United Nations highlights school closures in the West Bank, urges equitable AI governance in healthcare, and stresses Indigenous Peoples' rights amid global clean energy transitions.

UN News | Jul 15, 2026, 9:20 PM

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D.C. Proposes $6 Million Fee for Robotaxis Amid Union Opposition

The Autonomous Vehicle Deployment Authorization Amendment Act aims to legalize commercial autonomous vehicles in Washington, D.C., but labor unions voice concerns over its impact.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 7:05 PM

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Human Rights Campaign Endorsements Stir Debate Ahead of 2026 Battleground Races

The Human Rights Campaign has endorsed 29 candidates in key districts, prompting scrutiny over alignment with the group's progressive stances amid ongoing cultural controversies.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 5:45 PM

Ilhan Omar Introduces Resolution Urging US to Join International Criminal Court

Democratic congresswoman Ilhan Omar challenges Trump administration’s stance by pushing for US membership in the ICC amid ongoing legal and diplomatic tensions.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 4:48 PM

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Legal Challenge Filed Against Trump Administration’s ICC Sanctions Over US Citizens’ Rights

A lawsuit argues that sanctions imposed on the International Criminal Court and Palestinian rights groups violate constitutional protections and federal law.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 3:24 PM

Civil Rights Leaders to March on Washington for Voting Rights on August 28

Rev Al Sharpton and Martin Luther King III lead coalition responding to recent court rulings weakening voting protections.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 2:43 PM

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Venezuela's Interim Government to Begin Formal Talks with Opposition on August 1

The talks aim to establish a route map towards democracy amid ongoing political tensions and recent natural disasters.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 2:17 PM

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Federal Judge Criticizes Fifth Circuit’s Rigid Precedent in Tarrant County Meeting Case

A federal judge in Texas expressed frustration with the Fifth Circuit’s recent ruling that prioritizes strict procedural rules over practical considerations during a public meeting dispute involving applause restrictions.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 1:04 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