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US Judge Approves Elon Musk’s $1.5 Million SEC Settlement with Reservations
US District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan approved Elon Musk’s $1.5 million SEC settlement over delayed Twitter stake disclosure despite significant reservations.
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Sony and TSMC to invest $6.4 billion in next-gen image sensor plant in Japan
Sony Group and TSMC will jointly invest about $6.4 billion to build a next-generation image sensor factory in Kumamoto, Japan, with production starting in 2029.
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Fed Officials Divided on Inflation Outlook as June 2026 Meeting Holds Rates Steady
At the June 16-17 meeting, Federal Reserve policymakers split on inflation risks but chose to keep interest rates unchanged.
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England set to face Norway and Erling Haaland in 2026 World Cup quarter-final
England prepare to meet Norway and star striker Erling Haaland in Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final in Miami.
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IMF lowers 2026 global growth forecast to 3.0% citing Iran war impacts
The IMF reduced its global growth forecast for 2026 to 3.0%, citing the Iran war and related economic risks.
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FTC and Five States Settle with John Deere to Enforce Right to Repair for Farmers
The FTC and five states reached a settlement with John Deere requiring access to repair tools for farmers and independent shops.
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American fitness influencer Connor Murphy drowns in Thailand after erratic behavior
Connor Murphy, a 32-year-old American fitness influencer, died by drowning in a lake near his Thai home after fleeing police on July 7, 2026.
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Global PC Shipments Decline in Q2 2026 Amid Memory Chip Shortage
Global PC shipments fell in Q2 2026 due to a memory chip shortage, with shipments dropping about 4.9% year-over-year, IDC reports.
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Leeds United sign Wales winger Harry Wilson on a four-year free transfer
Leeds United have signed Welsh international Harry Wilson on a four-year deal after his Fulham contract expired.
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R&A to enforce strict fan code at 2026 British Open amid behavior concerns
R&A will enforce a new code of conduct called 'The Open Commitment' at the 2026 British Open at Royal Birkdale to address fan behavior concerns.
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Chelsea sign 19-year-old winger Geovany Quenda from Sporting Lisbon for £40 million
Chelsea signed 19-year-old Portuguese winger Geovany Quenda from Sporting Lisbon on July 8, 2026, on an eight-year deal worth £40 million.
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Rahm Emanuel warns Israel it risks losing US support without policy changes
Rahm Emanuel criticized Israeli policies and warned that US-Israel ties cannot continue unchanged without risking military aid cuts.
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'The Pitt' leads 2026 Emmy nominations with 25 nods, 'Hacks' close behind with 24
'The Pitt' tops 2026 Emmy nominations with 25 nods; 'Hacks' earns 24, followed by 'Widow's Bay' with 19
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Google Photos launches AI-powered Video Remix tool for fast video editing
Google Photos released an AI-driven Video Remix feature enabling quick video edits with cinematic effects using Gemini Omni AI model.
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2,000 Fans Gather at Madeira Cathedral Over False Ronaldo Wedding Rumors
On August 8, 2026, about 2,000 fans packed Funchal’s Sé Cathedral expecting Cristiano Ronaldo’s wedding, but the ceremony was for an unrelated couple.
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Olav Kooij wins chaotic sprint finish on stage five of 2026 Tour de France
Dutch rider Olav Kooij won stage five of the 2026 Tour de France in a chaotic sprint after a late crash near Pau.
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The Elder Scrolls 6 delayed by Xbox layoffs, release at least two years away
Xbox layoffs including cuts at Bethesda have slowed development of The Elder Scrolls 6, pushing release to at least 2028.
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Trump Issues Harsh Iran Criticism but Sees No Better Option Than Talks Amid Tensions
Donald Trump delivered strong anti-Iran statements at a NATO summit while acknowledging fragile US-Iran negotiations continue amid regional conflict.
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Maine Democrat Graham Platner suspends Senate campaign amid sexual assault allegations
Maine Democrat Graham Platner suspended Senate campaign operations after multiple sexual assault allegations emerged.
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Disney's Live-Action Moana Remake Opens to Mixed and Mostly Negative Reviews
Disney released its live-action Moana remake on July 10, 2026, but critics slammed its heavy CGI and lack of originality.
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AMD to Launch Zen 6-Based EPYC Venice CPUs with Major Performance Gains in July 2026
AMD will launch its Zen 6-based EPYC Venice server CPUs using TSMC’s 2 nm process on July 22-23, 2026.
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Manhunt underway for husband after wife and daughters found dead in Bedfordshire
Police launched an international manhunt for Ndodana Tshuma after his wife and two daughters were found dead in their Bedfordshire home in July.
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WHO warns global cancer cases could reach nearly 35 million by 2050 without urgent action
WHO warned on August 8, 2026, that annual new cancer cases may rise to nearly 35 million by 2050 without urgent global intervention.
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2026 Third Senior Health Industry Expo Opens in Taipei Showcasing Innovations in Elder Care
The 3rd Senior Health Industry Expo ran August 7-9 in Taipei, featuring multi-sector collaborations highlighting AI and integrated care for seniors.