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Meta launches cloud business to sell excess AI computing power and models
Meta Platforms plans a cloud business to sell AI compute power and models, competing with AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.
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Europe records over 10,000 excess deaths during late June 2026 heatwave
European countries reported more than 10,000 excess deaths during a record-breaking heatwave in late June 2026, mostly affecting those over 65.
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Chinese chipmaker CXMT shares surge 470% in Shanghai STAR Market IPO debut
ChangXin Memory Technologies shares jumped about 470% on July 27, making it China’s most valuable listed company at 3.3 trillion yuan market cap.
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US to Investigate Chinese AI Models for Intellectual Property Theft, Possible Sanctions
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced an investigation into Chinese AI models over alleged IP theft and potential sanctions.
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US and China to hold AI talks in September before Xi Jinping's US visit
The United States and China plan AI talks in September 2026 ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to the US on September 24.
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China and Philippines Clash Near Ren'ai Shoal Ahead of ASEAN Meeting
Chinese Coast Guard and Philippine naval forces clashed near disputed Ren'ai Shoal on July 20, with each side accusing the other of provocation.
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Spain defeats Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win 2026 FIFA World Cup
Spain won their second FIFA World Cup title by beating Argentina 1-0 after extra time on July 19, 2026.
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Egypt coach Hossam Hassan condemns refereeing after World Cup loss to Argentina
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan blamed refereeing errors for the 3-2 World Cup round-of-16 loss to Argentina and announced a boycott of remaining matches.
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Russian missile and drone strikes kill civilians in Kyiv ahead of NATO summit
Russian forces launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Kyiv on July 6, killing 8 to 22 people and injuring dozens.
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Bomb blast kills 6 to 9, injures about 20 at Damascus cafe near Palace of Justice
A homemade bomb exploded inside a crowded cafe in central Damascus on July 2, killing 6 to 9 and injuring around 20.
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Typhoon Bavi Kills Over 50 and Disrupts East Asia with Widespread Damage
Typhoon Bavi caused at least 54 deaths and massive evacuations across East Asia in early July.
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Xi Jinping urges global AI cooperation at 2026 World AI Conference in Shanghai
Chinese President Xi Jinping called for international AI cooperation and governance at the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai.
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China Surpasses US in Global Favourability for First Time Since 2002, Pew Survey Finds
A Pew Research Center survey shows more people in 25 countries view China favourably than the US, marking a major shift since 2023.
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FIFA to consider expanding World Cup to 64 teams before 2030 tournament
FIFA president Gianni Infantino said officials will explore increasing World Cup teams from 48 to 64 ahead of the 2030 event.
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Fire at Fujian Jinjiang shoe factory kills 28, investigation underway
A fire on July 9 at Huiteng Shoes factory in Jinjiang, Fujian, killed 28 people and prompted a full investigation.
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Meta discontinues Muse Image AI tool days after launch amid privacy backlash
Meta launched then quickly discontinued its Muse Image AI tool after user and industry backlash over privacy concerns.
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Cristiano Ronaldo confirms 2026 World Cup as his final tournament at age 41
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, confirmed the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be his last, hoping his final match will not be the July 6 last-16 game against Spain.
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Switzerland beats Algeria 2-0 to reach World Cup last 16
Switzerland defeated Algeria 2-0 on July 2 in Vancouver to advance to the World Cup last 16.
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EU top court upholds €4.1 billion antitrust fine on Google for Android abuses
The European Court of Justice dismissed Google's appeal to uphold a €4.1 billion EU fine over Android antitrust violations.
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Hungary shuts down Paks nuclear plant amid Danube drought; Romania blasts riverbed to protect own plant
Hungary shut down its sole Paks nuclear power plant for the first time due to record low Danube levels, while Romania detonated rocks to safeguard its Cernavoda plant.
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US-Iran hostilities pause lowers oil prices; markets respond before renewed tensions
The US and Iran paused fighting in late July, easing oil prices and boosting US stocks before attacks resumed raising tensions.
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Japan revises imperial law to allow male adoptions but bars female emperors
Japan's parliament approved a revision to the Imperial House Law on July 17, 2026, enabling male adoptions but maintaining a ban on female emperors.
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IBM shares tumble after Q2 revenue misses amid AI-driven IT spending shift
IBM reported lower-than-expected Q2 2026 revenue and earnings, citing AI infrastructure demand reshaping customer budgets, sending shares down 22-26%
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South African midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25, police investigate
South African international midfielder Jayden Adams died July 11; police have opened an investigation into his death.