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Mexican Drug Lord Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada Pleads Not Guilty to U.S. Charges
Alleged Mexican drug kingpin Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada has pleaded not guilty to U.S. drug trafficking charges after his arrest in El Paso, Texas. Zambada, co-founder of the Sinaloa Cartel with Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán, was detained alon...
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Russia Struggles to Address Declining Birth Rate
The Kremlin announced it is working hard to reverse Russia’s declining birth rates, warning of 'disastrous' demographic trends. The fertility rate is currently 1.4 births per woman, which is insufficient for Russia's needs. Despite gover...
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EU Initiates Action Against Seven Nations for Budget Rule Violations
The European Union has initiated formal procedures against France, Italy, Belgium, Hungary, Malta, Poland, and Slovakia for violating budget rules. Known as excessive deficit procedures, these steps require the countries to negotiate and...
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FBI Confirms Donald Trump Hit by Bullet in Assassination Attempt
Former President Donald Trump was hit by a bullet during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on July 13. The FBI confirmed the nature of the injury initially surrounded by doubt. Trump has since used the attack, deemed an assassination atte...
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Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris for President
And that’s a big boost for her campaign.
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UK Prime Minister Alters Travel Plans after French Railway Sabotage
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer changed his travel plans to fly to the Olympics in Paris after sabotage attacks on French rail networks caused Eurostar disruptions. Arson attacks led to significant delays and cancellations, affecting...
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Kamala Harris Pledges Action on Gaza Crisis after Netanyahu Meeting
Kamala Harris has announced a significant shift in US policy towards Gaza, urging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to finalize a peace deal and vowing to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Highlighting the tragic consequences, inc...
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Mexican Drug Lords El Mayo and El Chapo's Son Arrested in Texas
Mexican drug lord Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada and Joaquin Guzman Lopez, son of El Chapo, were arrested in El Paso, Texas, as reported by the U.S. Justice Department. They face charges for directing the Sinaloa Cartel’s fentanyl operations. ...
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Joe Biden's Health: An Inquiry Into His Parkinson's Speculation
President Joe Biden's personal doctor, Dr. Kevin O'Connor, confirmed the president is in excellent health amidst rumors about Parkinson's disease. Despite multiple visits from a Parkinson’s expert to the White House, O'Connor dispelled a...
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Queen Mary of Denmark Hit by Electric Scooter During Visit to Greenland
Queen Mary of Denmark was struck by an electric scooter during a visit to Nuuk, Greenland, but was uninjured. She was attending a royal engagement with her children when an elderly driver lost control of his scooter. Security acted swift...
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Trump Calls for Speedy Conclusion to Israel-Hamas Conflict
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has called for a quick end to the Israel-Hamas war and the return of hostages, stressing the need for Israel to improve its public relations. Trump also criticized protesters of Netanyahu's sp...
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Heatwave in Morocco Claims 21 Lives in Beni Mellal
A severe heatwave in Morocco has resulted in the deaths of at least 21 people over a 24-hour period in the central city of Beni Mellal, according to the health ministry. Temperatures soared up to 48 degrees Celsius from Monday to Wednesd...
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Kamala Harris Condemns Flag Burning at Anti-Netanyahu Protest
US Vice President Kamala Harris condemned the burning of the American flag by protesters during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress. She described the act as 'despicable' and 'unpatriotic,' highlighting the fl...
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Mandisa Maya Appointed as South Africa's First Female Chief Justice
South African judge Mandisa Maya is the first woman appointed as Chief Justice by President Cyril Ramaphosa. She will take over from Raymond Zondo in August. Maya's appointment follows her previous nomination and marks a significant mile...
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North Korean Hackers Target Global Defense Firms
North Korean hackers known as Anadriel or APT45 are conducting a cyber espionage campaign to steal military secrets for Pyongyang's nuclear program. The U.S., Britain, and South Korea indicated they target various defense firms globally....
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Israel Warns France of Iranian Threats at Paris Olympics
Israel has warned France of potential threats from Iran-backed groups against Israeli athletes and tourists during the Paris Olympic Games. In response, France has deployed 18,000 troops and police to secure the event, with Israeli athle...
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Netanyahu to Collaborate with Biden in the Months Ahead
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he will collaborate with U.S. President Joe Biden in the months remaining of Biden’s term. Netanyahu thanked Biden for his 50 years of service and support for Israel during their meeting at ...
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UN Chief Warns of 'Extreme Heat Epidemic'
Humanity is experiencing an 'extreme heat epidemic,' with record-breaking temperatures and significant health impacts. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for urgent action against climate change and fossil fuel dependency. ...
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Trump Leads Kamala Harris 48%-46% Among Registered Voters
Republican Donald Trump leads Democratic U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris by a narrow margin of 48% to 46%. This New York Times/Siena College poll surveyed 1,142 registered voters nationwide from July 22 to 24, 2023, with a margin of er...
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White House Condemns Racist and Sexist Attacks on Kamala Harris
The White House has condemned the racist and sexist attacks on Vice President Kamala Harris, calling them 'disgusting.' These attacks have intensified since she became the Democratic presidential nominee. House Speaker Mike Johnson has a...
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Possible Successors to Rishi Sunak as Conservative Party Leader
Rishi Sunak has announced he will remain Conservative Party leader until his successor is selected following a historic election defeat. Kemi Badenoch, James Cleverly, and Suella Braverman are key contenders, with Cleverly already declar...
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OpenAI Launches AI-Powered SearchGPT to Compete with Google
OpenAI announced the development of SearchGPT, an AI-powered search engine intended to challenge Google's market-leading search capabilities. The prototype combines advanced AI models with web information to provide quick, relevant answe...
Hamas and Fatah Sign Unity Pact Amid Gaza Conflict
Hamas and Fatah have signed a pact to form a future government amid ongoing conflict in Gaza. Despite previous failed attempts, China-sponsored negotiations have resulted in a declaration to end division and strengthen Palestinian unity....
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Zelensky Expresses Desire to End Conflict with Russia
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky stressed the need to swiftly end the conflict with Russia to save lives. Meeting with Cardinal Pietro Parolin in Kiev, he thanked the Vatican for its support. Zelensky hopes to end the 'hot stage' of...
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Trump Claims Obama Forced Biden Out of 2024 Race
Donald Trump claims Barack Obama forced Joe Biden out of the 2024 race. Biden endorsed Kamala Harris, reportedly under pressure from top Democrats. Harris has secured enough delegates to be the Democratic nominee.
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EU Approves €4.2 Billion Payment to Kiev
The European Council has approved the first four point two billion euro payment of the fifty billion euro Ukraine Facility, aimed at supporting Ukraine through 2027. The program provides financial aid for Ukraine’s recovery and is contin...
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Olaf Scholz to Run for German Chancellor Again in 2025
Germany’s Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced his candidacy for the 2025 chancellor election. Despite the Social Democratic Party's poor results in recent elections, Scholz remains confident in his party's unity and determination to win. In...
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TikTok Fined by UK Regulator for Child Safety Data Reporting Failures
The UK regulator Ofcom has fined TikTok one dollar 2.4 million for failing to provide accurate safety data. TikTok, owned by ByteDance, submitted incorrect information on its parental controls feature last year. The company has acknowled...
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Kamala Harris Criticizes Donald Trump at Launch Rally
Kamala Harris launched her campaign with a rally in Milwaukee, attacking Donald Trump and highlighting her progressive agenda. A recent poll shows her leading Trump 44% to 42%. Her campaign has raised one hundred million dollars since Bi...
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Earth Records Hottest Day in 84 Years
The Earth experienced its hottest day in 84 years on July 22, with a global average temperature of 17.15 degrees Celsius. The Copernicus Climate Change Service attributes this heat to climate change from burning fossil fuels and deforest...
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Russian Military Intelligence Officer Injured in Moscow Car Bomb Attack
A Russian military intelligence officer was injured in a car bomb attack in northern Moscow on Wednesday. The Russian interior ministry confirmed the blast was caused by an unidentified device and launched a criminal case. The head of th...
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Musk Asks Public If Tesla Should Invest In xAI
Elon Musk, Tesla's CEO, has launched a poll on social media asking if Tesla should invest one dollar five billion in his AI startup xAI, with early results showing 70% support. This follows Tesla's lowest profit margin in five years. Mus...
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US Sanctions China-Based Network for North Korea Support
The United States has sanctioned six individuals and five firms in China for aiding North Korea's missile programs. This network violated UN Security Council resolutions, and included individuals such as Shi Qianpei and Chen Tianxin. The...
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Thousands Protest Netanyahu Outside US Capitol
Thousands gathered in Washington on Wednesday to protest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and call for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. The protests coincide with Netanyahu's address to the US Congress. Relations between Isr...
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Salman Rushdie's Attacker Faces Federal Terrorism Charges
The man who attempted to kill author Salman Rushdie in New York now faces federal terrorism charges for allegedly supporting Hezbollah. Hadi Matar, already facing state murder and assault charges for the 2022 knife attack on Rushdie, has...
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Miracle Baby Born After Gaza Airstrike
An Israeli airstrike on July 19 in central Gaza killed nine-month pregnant Ola Al-Kurd. Miraculously, her baby survived and was delivered in a local hospital. This incident highlights the ongoing conflict, with over 39,000 Palestinians d...
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Global Tech Outage Caused by Bug in CrowdStrike's Software
CrowdStrike, a major cybersecurity firm, revealed a test software bug caused a global computer outage affecting about 8.5 million devices. The company will alter its update processes to avoid rapid, widespread deployments in the future. ...
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Kamala Harris Seeks Support from 6,000 Black Women for Presidential Campaign
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris addressed over six thousand Black women, aiming to rejuvenate the Democratic presidential campaign as former President Donald Trump resumes his campaign activities. Following President Joe Biden's withdr...
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Netanyahu Urges Unity Between US and Israel in Congress Speech
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the US Congress on Wednesday, calling for unity between Israel and the United States amidst the Gaza conflict. He emphasized, 'For the forces of civilization to triumph, America and Isr...
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Netanyahu Criticizes Anti-Israel Protesters in US
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said anti-Israel protesters are backed by Iran in his speech to the US Congress. He called them 'Iran's useful idiots' and criticized the Tehran regime for its human rights abuses while claiming ...
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Ukrainian FM Open to Peace Talks with Russia, China Reports
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmitry Kuleba has announced that Kiev is ready to hold peace talks with Moscow to end their conflict. Kuleba's statement came during his meeting with Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Beijing, emphasizing that neg...
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EU to Transfer Interest from Frozen Russian Funds to Ukraine
The European Union will transfer one point four billion euros from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine in early August for military aid. This decision involves interest accrued from three hundred billion euros of frozen funds mainly held by...
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Greenpeace Co-Founder Paul Watson Arrested in Greenland
Anti-whaling campaigner and Greenpeace co-founder Paul Watson has been arrested in Greenland on an international warrant from Japan. Watson faces possible extradition for violent altercations with Japanese whalers over a decade ago. His ...
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EU Relocates Summit to Punish Hungary over Orban's Ukraine Visit
The EU has moved an important foreign affairs summit from Budapest to Brussels to punish Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban for his Ukraine peace mission, which the EU sees as opposing its policies. The decision follows criticism of O...
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UK Military Faces Severe Challenges, Says Defense Secretary
British Defense Secretary John Healey has revealed that the UK's military forces face severe challenges, including hollowed-out forces, procurement waste, and low morale. The new Labour government aims to tackle these issues through a co...
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Netanyahu Meets Families of Israeli-American Hostages in US
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during his visit to Washington, met with the families of Israeli-American hostages held by Hamas. Netanyahu emphasized efforts to return the hostages and defeating Hamas, and highlighted the imp...
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Pete Buttigieg: Key Facts About a Potential Running Mate for Kamala Harris
Joe Biden has endorsed Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee for President, raising the question of her potential running mate. Pete Buttigieg, US Secretary of Transportation and former Mayor of South Bend, Indiana, is a leading candid...
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World's Hottest Day Recorded on July 21
On July 21, 2023, the world recorded its hottest day ever as the global average surface air temperature reached 17.09 degrees Celsius, surpassing last year's record. Heatwaves affected large parts of the United States, Europe, and Russia...
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UK Prime Minister Alters Travel Plans after French Railway Sabotage
Mexican Drug Lord Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada Pleads Not Guilty to U.S. Charges
Russia Struggles to Address Declining Birth Rate
EU Initiates Action Against Seven Nations for Budget Rule Violations
FBI Confirms Donald Trump Hit by Bullet in Assassination Attempt
Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris for President
Kamala Harris Pledges Action on Gaza Crisis after Netanyahu Meeting
Mexican Drug Lords El Mayo and El Chapo's Son Arrested in Texas
Joe Biden's Health: An Inquiry Into His Parkinson's Speculation
Queen Mary of Denmark Hit by Electric Scooter During Visit to Greenland
Trump Calls for Speedy Conclusion to Israel-Hamas Conflict
Heatwave in Morocco Claims 21 Lives in Beni Mellal
Kamala Harris Condemns Flag Burning at Anti-Netanyahu Protest
Mandisa Maya Appointed as South Africa's First Female Chief Justice
North Korean Hackers Target Global Defense Firms
Israel Warns France of Iranian Threats at Paris Olympics
Netanyahu to Collaborate with Biden in the Months Ahead
UN Chief Warns of 'Extreme Heat Epidemic'
Trump Leads Kamala Harris 48%-46% Among Registered Voters
White House Condemns Racist and Sexist Attacks on Kamala Harris
Possible Successors to Rishi Sunak as Conservative Party Leader
Hamas and Fatah Sign Unity Pact Amid Gaza Conflict
Zelensky Expresses Desire to End Conflict with Russia
Trump Claims Obama Forced Biden Out of 2024 Race
EU Approves €4.2 Billion Payment to Kiev
Olaf Scholz to Run for German Chancellor Again in 2025
TikTok Fined by UK Regulator for Child Safety Data Reporting Failures
Kamala Harris Criticizes Donald Trump at Launch Rally
Earth Records Hottest Day in 84 Years
Russian Military Intelligence Officer Injured in Moscow Car Bomb Attack
Musk Asks Public If Tesla Should Invest In xAI
US Sanctions China-Based Network for North Korea Support
Thousands Protest Netanyahu Outside US Capitol
Salman Rushdie's Attacker Faces Federal Terrorism Charges
Miracle Baby Born After Gaza Airstrike
Global Tech Outage Caused by Bug in CrowdStrike's Software
Kamala Harris Seeks Support from 6,000 Black Women for Presidential Campaign
Netanyahu Urges Unity Between US and Israel in Congress Speech
Netanyahu Criticizes Anti-Israel Protesters in US
Ukrainian FM Open to Peace Talks with Russia, China Reports
EU to Transfer Interest from Frozen Russian Funds to Ukraine
Greenpeace Co-Founder Paul Watson Arrested in Greenland
EU Relocates Summit to Punish Hungary over Orban's Ukraine Visit
UK Military Faces Severe Challenges, Says Defense Secretary
Netanyahu Meets Families of Israeli-American Hostages in US
Pete Buttigieg: Key Facts About a Potential Running Mate for Kamala Harris
World's Hottest Day Recorded on July 21
George Clooney Supports Kamala Harris, Praises Biden for Leadership
US Secret Service Director Resigns After Trump Rally Shooting
US Police Fatally Shoot Unarmed Black Woman in Illinois
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