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US Seeks Share of Korean Semiconductor Firms' AI-Driven Profits Amid Export Surge
In June 2026, US Deputy Trade Representative Rick Switzer asked South Korea for a share of the profits SK hynix and Samsung earned from AI chip demand.
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Netflix used generative AI in around 300 titles in 2026, boosting production speed and quality
Netflix applied generative AI in about 300 titles mostly during post-production in 2026, including projects across several countries.
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Moonshot AI launches Kimi K3, a 2.8T-parameter open-weight AI surpassing top coding models
Chinese startup Moonshot AI released Kimi K3, a 2.8 trillion parameter AI model that outperforms top closed-source coding models.
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Nottingham Forest sign Ivory Coast defender Ousmane Diomande from Sporting Lisbon
Nottingham Forest have signed 22-year-old centre back Ousmane Diomande from Sporting Lisbon on a four-year deal.
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England to Ban Sale of High-Caffeine Energy Drinks to Under-16s from April 2027
The UK government will prohibit sale of energy drinks with over 150 mg caffeine per litre to under-16s in England starting April 2027, pending approval.
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GameStop CEO says physical game sales 'totally irrelevant' amid focus on collectibles
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen said physical game sales make up under 18% of revenue as the company shifts revenue focus to collectibles.
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Marvel Comics to Move Headquarters from New York City to Los Angeles by July 2027
Marvel Comics will relocate its headquarters and publishing division from New York City to Los Angeles/Burbank within 12 months, consolidating with Marvel Studios.
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Bungie launches experimental Vault Breaker PvE mode in Marathon for two weeks starting July 21
Bungie introduced Vault Breaker, a roguelite PvE mode for Marathon, available from July 21 to August 4 before a planned full rollout in Season 3.
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A24 retracts automated copyright strikes on Backrooms fan art and indie games
A24 reversed copyright takedowns affecting Backrooms-inspired fan art and indie games after an automated system error was revealed.
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World Cup trophy to travel in custom Louis Vuitton trunk for 2026 tournament
Louis Vuitton will transport the 2026 World Cup trophy in a bespoke trunk for the fifth consecutive tournament.
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Thailand suspends new gun permits after deadly school shooting kills nine
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul suspended new firearm permits and ordered review of existing ones after a school shooting killed nine last Friday.
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Arion Kurtaj released from secure hospital ahead of GTA 6 leak retrial in November 2026
Arion Kurtaj, who leaked 90 GTA 6 clips and source code in 2022, has been moved from a secure hospital to prison and awaits a retrial this November.
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GOP Senators Delay Todd Blanche AG Confirmation Pending Epstein Victim Meetings
Sen. Thom Tillis will withhold his vote on Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination until Blanche meets with Jeffrey Epstein victims.
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Spain’s Yamal and Porro train separately but expected fit for World Cup final vs Argentina
Spain’s Lamine Yamal and Pedro Porro trained apart on July 16 but are expected to be fit for the World Cup final against Argentina on July 19.
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Apple to Launch OLED iPad mini in October 2026 with Other iPad Updates in 2027
Apple will release a new OLED iPad mini in October 2026 and update other iPad models in early 2027.
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Tim Merlier wins chaotic sprint finish on stage 12 of 2026 Tour de France
Belgian sprinter Tim Merlier won stage 12 of the 2026 Tour de France in a chaotic sprint after a late crash disrupted the race.
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Iran directs Houthis to ready Bab al-Mandeb Strait closure amid US strikes
Iran ordered Houthi allies to prepare to close the Bab al-Mandeb Strait if the US attacks Iranian power infrastructure amid escalating regional conflict.
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Malaysia’s Ministry of Finance says Binance still unlicensed and blocked in country
Malaysia’s Ministry of Finance confirmed Binance remains unlicensed and its platform blocked for Malaysian users as of July 2026.
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Bryson DeChambeau shoots 3-under 67 at Royal Birkdale in British Open opening round
Bryson DeChambeau fired a 3-under 67 in the first round of the British Open at Royal Birkdale, his best major score of 2026.
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Malaysia Finance Ministry confirms authorized use of Asset Recovery Trust funds for 1MDB and SRC debt
Malaysia’s Finance Ministry confirmed Asset Recovery Trust Account funds were used properly to repay 1MDB and SRC debts, denying misuse allegations.
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Mortal Shell 2 PS5 Revered Edition physical copies sell out before August 20 release
The PS5-exclusive physical Revered Edition of Mortal Shell 2 sold out ahead of its August 20, 2026 launch due to high demand, publisher Playstack said.
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Fire at Algiers orphanage kills 11, injures 19 amid national heatwave
A fire broke out at an orphanage near Algiers on July 16, killing 11 and injuring 19, officials said.
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7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Western Colombia, Killing Over 130 and Causing Widespread Damage
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck near San José del Palmar, Colombia, on August 10, causing dozens of deaths and extensive destruction.
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Everton and Crystal Palace complete rare swap of Brennan Johnson and Dwight McNeil
Everton and Crystal Palace completed a player swap with Brennan Johnson joining Everton and Dwight McNeil moving to Crystal Palace on four-year deals.