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Visa Challenges Cast Shadow Over

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Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Nears 5,000 as UN Estimates 50,000 Missing

The United Nations warns thousands remain unaccounted for following two devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, while calls grow to ease sanctions to aid recovery.

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Retail Rift in Hong Kong: Shops Seek Rent Relief Amid Ongoing Closures, Landlords See Market Recovery

Despite a 10% rise in retail sales in early 2026, Hong Kong faces a wave of shop closures with tenants pleading for significant rent cuts while landlords offer limited relief.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 12:37 AM

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Rubik’s Cube Stars Shine at European Speedcubing Championship in the Netherlands

Over 1,000 competitors from 53 countries gather in Arnhem for a multi-discipline speedcubing event featuring traditional and novelty challenges.

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PayPal Board Views $53 Billion Stripe-Advent Takeover Bid as Undervaluing Company

PayPal’s board considers the $53 billion offer from Stripe and Advent International insufficient, citing regulatory and financing challenges amid ongoing efforts to revive growth.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 10:45 PM

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Trump Administration Finalizes Stricter US Visa Limits for Foreign Students and Journalists

New rules cap student visas at four years and restrict foreign journalists' stays, with Chinese nationals facing even shorter limits, sparking criticism from media rights groups.

France 24 English | Jul 16, 2026, 10:43 PM

business

Rare-Earth Costs Surge Over 20% for Japanese Firms Amid China Export Controls

A private-sector survey reveals significant cost increases for Japanese companies importing rare earths, with China’s export restrictions cited as a key factor.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 10:03 PM

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UN Supports Gaza Farmers Rebuilding Amid Ongoing Challenges; WFP Highlights West Bank Violence

The UN is aiding Palestinian farmers in Gaza to restore agriculture after conflict devastation, while the World Food Programme warns of risks from settler violence in the West Bank.

UN News | Jul 16, 2026, 10:02 PM

world

Spain Battles Major Wildfire in Aragon Amid Intense Heatwave

Over 400 firefighters and 19 aircraft are deployed to contain a fast-moving wildfire in northeastern Spain following a deadly blaze in Almería province.

Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 9:53 PM

investigations

Private Schools Receiving Public Funds Face Minimal Oversight Across Several States

An investigation reveals rapid growth of private schools funded by taxpayer dollars with little state regulation, raising concerns about management and backgrounds of operators.

ProPublica | Jul 16, 2026, 9:15 PM

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James Franklin’s Offseason Optimism at Virginia Tech Met with Skepticism from Penn State Fans

After a challenging tenure at Penn State, James Franklin’s confident remarks at ACC Media Days as Virginia Tech’s new head coach have drawn mixed reactions from fans familiar with his past record.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 8:39 PM

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Angus Taylor Faces Two Major Challenges Amid Liberal Party Turmoil

Amid a demoralised Liberal Party, Angus Taylor struggles with public engagement and internal leadership gaps, complicating the party's position ahead of upcoming elections.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:14 PM

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Smoking Rates in Australia Hit Historic Low Amid Decline in Vaping

While fewer Australians are smoking and vaping, the use of multiple nicotine products is rising, raising concerns about overall nicotine consumption.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:10 PM

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US Tightens Visa Duration Limits for Foreign Students and Journalists

New rules finalized by the Trump administration restrict student visas to four years and limit foreign journalists’ stays to 240 days, with shorter terms for Chinese journalists.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:06 PM

politics

Social Security Faces 22% Benefit Cut as Trust Fund Nears Depletion

With Social Security’s retirement trust fund expected to run dry by early 2033, a 22 percent cut in benefits looms for all recipients, raising urgent questions for the incoming Senate.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 6:34 PM

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GOP's $95 Billion Defense Package Clears Key Committee Amid Conservative Criticism

House GOP advances a $95 billion budget framework despite opposition from fiscal hawks over lack of spending offsets, with a critical floor vote expected next week.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 6:14 PM

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Elderly Florida Woman Goes Viral Over Crude-Looking License Plate

Nancy Dello Stritto, a nearly 77-year-old resident of Pompano Beach, Florida, received a new license plate with a message she found inappropriate, sparking viral attention and mixed reactions.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 5:42 PM

business

Japan’s Nuclear Fuel Reprocessing Plant Faces Potential 28th Delay

The completion of Japan’s nuclear fuel reprocessing plant may be postponed beyond fiscal 2026 due to challenges in liquid waste processing before startup.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 5:24 PM

world

WHO Warns Ebola Spreading Faster Than Ever in DR Congo

The Democratic Republic of Congo faces its third-largest Ebola outbreak, with rapid virus spread complicated by conflict and lack of an approved vaccine.

France 24 English | Jul 16, 2026, 3:33 PM

investigations

DHS Declares ‘All-Out War’ on Immigration Scammers Amid Doubling of Fraud Complaints

The Department of Homeland Security intensifies efforts to combat a surge in immigration-related scams that have defrauded victims of over $94 million in the past five years.

ProPublica | Jul 16, 2026, 3:16 PM

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Over 500 Feared Dead in Two Myanmar Shipwrecks Off Coast

Two boats carrying mostly Rohingya passengers capsized off Myanmar’s coast, raising concerns about hundreds of lives lost amid worsening regional weather and funding challenges.

UN News | Jul 16, 2026, 3:14 PM

Trump Administration Replaces Slavery Exhibit at George Washington’s Philadelphia Home Amid Legal Battle

The National Park Service swapped out panels detailing the lives of enslaved people at George Washington’s home with new ones sympathetic to enslavers, sparking criticism and ongoing legal challenges from Philadelphia.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 11:52 AM

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Trump AG Nominee Todd Blanche Faces Uncertain Confirmation as GOP Senators Withhold Support

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche undergoes intense Senate Judiciary Committee scrutiny amid unresolved questions over DOJ independence and a controversial anti-weaponization fund.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 10:58 AM

world

US Youth Soccer Faces Structural Challenges After Early World Cup Exit

Following the United States' early exit from the 2026 World Cup, experts highlight the need to overhaul the youth soccer system to address access and cost barriers.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 10:19 AM

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Sydney Home Ownership Rate Drops to Lowest in 70 Years

New KPMG research reveals a significant decline in Sydney's home ownership rate, highlighting affordability challenges despite national housing market shifts.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 10:18 AM