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At least eight Thai monks killed after 11-year-old drives truck into pilgrimage procession
An 11-year-old boy took a pickup truck and drove into a group of Buddhist monks on pilgrimage in Mukdahan province, killing at least eight monks and injuring more than 10 on July 2.
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Five dead, dozens missing as Indonesian ferry catches fire off Madura Island
An Indonesian ferry caught fire off Madura Island on August 2, killing five and leaving up to 28 people missing after rescue efforts.
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French National Assembly passes assisted dying law with strict conditions
France's National Assembly approved a law legalizing assisted dying for adults with incurable illnesses on July 15, 2026, amid divided opinion.
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Russia claims capture of eastern Ukraine's Kostiantynivka; Ukraine denies control
Russia announced on July 3 it captured Kostiantynivka in eastern Ukraine, a claim strongly rejected by Ukraine.
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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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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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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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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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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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Murder investigation launched after former UK minister Ann Widdecombe found dead
Police launched a murder investigation after former minister Ann Widdecombe was found dead at her Devon home with serious injuries.
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Andy Burnham appointed UK Prime Minister pledges economic reforms and cost relief
Andy Burnham became UK Prime Minister on July 20, pledging a new economic model and immediate cost-of-living relief.
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Ukraine’s Zelensky replaces PM Svyrydenko with Sergii Koretskyi amid government reshuffle
President Zelensky replaced Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko with Sergii Koretskyi in July 2026, triggering a full government resignation.
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Explosion near Moscow restaurant kills at least three, injures up to 21
An explosion near the Balzi Rossi restaurant in central Moscow on August 1 killed at least three people and injured 15 to 21 others.
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Russia launches major ballistic missile and drone attack on Kyiv killing one
On July 19, 2026, Russia fired over 40 missiles and 100 drones at Kyiv, killing one and injuring up to 16 people.
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Paris court upholds Marine Le Pen conviction, shortens ban, imposes electronic tag
A Paris appeal court found Marine Le Pen guilty of embezzling €4.4 million in EU funds, shortened her office ban, and sentenced her to house arrest with an electronic tag while confirming her 2027 presidential run.
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Around 60,000 migrants enter Spanish enclave Ceuta over three days in late July 2026
About 60,000 Moroccan migrants crossed into Ceuta from July 29-31, overwhelming local resources and causing dozens of deaths.
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Michigan Parents Charged with Murder in Death of 7-Year-Old Son Weighing 116 kg
Damien and Jessica O’Brien faced second-degree murder and abuse charges for their son Casper’s death in Flint, Michigan.
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Japan launches cross-ministerial panel to review foreign investment for security risks
Japan established a new panel on June 29, 2026, to review foreign investments for national security threats.
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Bomb attack injures Ukrainian oligarch Vadym Yermolaiev and family in Monaco
A bomb exploded outside a luxury residence in Monaco on June 29, critically injuring Ukrainian oligarch Vadym Yermolaiev and two others.
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UK PM Keir Starmer announces £300 billion defence plan focused on modernization and drones
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a £300 billion defence investment over four years emphasizing modernization and unmanned systems.
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China’s Ethnic Unity Promotion Law Takes Effect on July 1 Amid Global Concern
China enforces the Ethnic Unity Promotion Law July 1 to promote ethnic unity and punish acts seen as divisive, drawing international criticism and regional unease.