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Violent clashes erupt on Edgware Road after France beats Morocco 2-0 in World Cup quarterfinal
Four arrests were made after violent disorder broke out in London following France’s 2-0 win over Morocco in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals.
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15-year-old girl charged with attempted murder after stabbing classmate in Banting school
A 15-year-old student was charged with attempted murder after stabbing a classmate at a Banting secondary school on July 6, 2026.
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HDB to build housing estate at Gillman Barracks preserving heritage and greenery
HDB announced plans to develop a new housing estate at Gillman Barracks, retaining heritage buildings and green spaces after detailed studies.
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Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh names leaders for five task forces to reform policy
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh appointed leaders to five task forces reviewing key monetary policy areas, with findings expected by end of 2026.
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US Senate passes sanctions bill targeting Russia, Iran, and major Russian energy buyers
The US Senate approved the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, imposing broad sanctions and tariffs on Russia, Iran, China, India, and others.
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Microsoft lays off 136 staff at id Software amid Xbox division restructuring
Microsoft's Xbox division cut 136 jobs at id Software during broader layoffs announced under CEO Asha Sharma.
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Norway football team switches hotels in Miami days before World Cup quarterfinal vs England
Norway changed hotels in Miami days before their 2026 World Cup quarterfinal against England due to noise and disruption at their original hotel.
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Xbox CEO Asha Sharma joins Federal Reserve task force on productivity and jobs
Asha Sharma, Xbox CEO, was appointed to the Federal Reserve's Productivity and Jobs task force to assess economic impacts of AI and other technologies.
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Jorge Jesus named Portugal head coach, open to Ronaldo's national team return
Jorge Jesus was appointed Portugal’s head coach on July 10, 2026, and said he would welcome Cristiano Ronaldo back if conditions are right.
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Patten, Heliovaara and Mladenovic, Guo claim 2026 Wimbledon doubles titles
Henry Patten and Harri Heliovaara won their second Wimbledon men's doubles title July 11, while Kristina Mladenovic and Guo Hanyu took the women's doubles crown July 12.
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Tyler Robinson accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University event
Tyler Robinson is accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, and has expressed regret in texts and video statements.
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Khamenei’s coffin transported in Finnish supermarket-branded refrigerated truck during funeral procession
Ali Khamenei’s coffin was moved in Iraq on a refrigerated truck bearing Finland’s Kesko supermarket logo during his July funeral procession [s1,s3].
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Andy Burnham Apologizes for Labour’s Gaza Response, Pledges Tougher Israel Stance
Andy Burnham apologized for Labour’s Gaza response and promised stronger measures on Israel if he becomes UK prime minister.
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Rory McIlroy shares early lead at 2026 Scottish Open after opening 65
Rory McIlroy tied for the lead after two rounds at the 2026 Scottish Open at the Renaissance Club.
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Christian Eriksen Begins Rehab in Denmark After Collapse During Denmark-Ukraine Match
Christian Eriksen started individual rehabilitation in Denmark following his collapse in a friendly against Ukraine in June 2026.
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NY Times-led group seeks court sanctions against OpenAI alleging evidence concealment
The New York Times, New York Daily News and others accuse OpenAI of hiding and deleting evidence in copyright dispute over AI training data.
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US Existing Home Sales Decline 2.4% in June Amid High Prices and Mortgage Rates
US existing home sales dropped 2.4% in June to an annual rate of 4.09 million units as prices hit a record $440,600 and mortgage rates hovered near 6.6%.
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ASEAN foreign ministers meet Myanmar's foreign minister in Bangkok to discuss peace
ASEAN foreign ministers held an informal meeting with Myanmar's foreign minister in Bangkok on July 12 to discuss peace and engagement after years of isolation.
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Colombia’s Abelardo de la Espriella sworn in pledging crackdown on armed groups
Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as Colombia’s president on August 7, pledging a hardline fight against armed groups and closer ties with the US.
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Todd Blanche confirmed as US Attorney General after 50-49 Senate vote
Todd Blanche was confirmed by the US Senate as Attorney General by a narrow 50-49 vote on August 8, 2026.
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David Gaider Says Dragon Age Series Unlikely to Continue Under EA but He Would Consider Reviving It
Former Dragon Age lead writer David Gaider doubts EA will continue the series but would revive it if given the chance.
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Cyclosporiasis outbreak hits over 1,700 cases in Michigan and Ohio with no identified source
Michigan and Ohio report more than 1,700 cyclosporiasis cases combined amid an outbreak with no confirmed source.
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US to oversee Israel withdrawal from pilot zones in southern Lebanon starting this week
The United States will manage Israel’s phased withdrawal from two pilot zones in southern Lebanon after a June framework agreement.
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FIFA refereeing chief denies bias after Argentina’s 3-2 World Cup win over Egypt
FIFA’s refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina rejected bias claims following Argentina’s comeback 3-2 win over Egypt in the World Cup round of 16.