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2026-27 NBA season opens Oct. 20 with Knicks hosting 76ers in tripleheader
The 2026-27 NBA season tips off October 20 with a tripleheader, featuring the Knicks raising a 1973 title banner before hosting LeBron James' 76ers.
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US Senate unanimously opposes pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell serving 20-year sentence
The US Senate passed a unanimous resolution opposing any presidential pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted in sex trafficking case linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
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Republican Senators Oppose Trump Nominee Todd Blanche for Attorney General
Todd Blanche, acting US Attorney General nominated by Trump, faces Republican opposition delaying his confirmation.
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Google expands Play Age Signals API globally for privacy-focused age verification
Google is rolling out its Play Age Signals API worldwide to help developers verify user age without compromising privacy.
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Trump Administration Plans Over $900 Million for White House Construction Projects
The Trump administration plans to spend at least $900 million on White House modernization using funds from federal agencies and private donors.
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Elon Musk's xAI sues Minnesota over law banning AI 'nudification' technology
Elon Musk's xAI sued Minnesota to block a new law banning AI-generated nude images without consent, effective August 1, 2026.
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Seattle Storm Co-Owner Suspended for Verbal Attack on Sophie Cunningham Supporters at WNBA Game
Seattle Storm minority co-owner Celeste Keaton was suspended for five home games after insulting two teenage fans supporting Sophie Cunningham during a July 28 game.
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Iran publicly executes two protesters linked to January Isfahan protests
Iran executed two men publicly in Isfahan on July 28 for roles in January anti-government protests, amid crowd unrest and international criticism.
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49ers coach Kyle Shanahan admits fault in July 14 Palo Alto car crash causing serious injuries
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan admitted fault in a July 14 car accident that left him with severe injuries in Palo Alto, California.
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Trump and DOJ ask Supreme Court to overturn $83.3M defamation award to E. Jean Carroll
Donald Trump and the Department of Justice petitioned the Supreme Court to overturn an $83.3 million defamation judgment awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll.
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Jalen Carter Signs $152 Million Extension With Philadelphia Eagles, NFL's Highest-Paid Defensive Tackle
Jalen Carter signed a four-year, $152 million contract extension with the Philadelphia Eagles, making him the NFL's highest-paid defensive tackle.
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US Senate Advances Bipartisan Russia Sanctions Bill Named After Lindsey Graham
The US Senate voted 86-12 to advance a bipartisan bill imposing sanctions on Russia and expanding tariff powers for President Trump.
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2026 Rocket Classic Set for Final Detroit Run with $10M Purse and Top PGA Tour Players
The 2026 Rocket Classic, the tournament's eighth and final edition, will run July 30-August 2 at Detroit Golf Club with a $10 million purse and Cameron Young as favorite.
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eBay and Former Executives Settle $56 Million Harassment Case with Massachusetts Couple
eBay and former executives agreed to pay nearly $56 million to settle a harassment case brought by a Massachusetts couple targeted in 2019.
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Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' breaks records with 15 weeks atop Billboard Hot 100
'Choosin' Texas' by Ella Langley spent 15 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, the longest for a solo female non-holiday song.
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NYC to Open City-Run Grocery Stores Offering 30% Discounts on Staples
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced New York City will open five city-run grocery stores selling staple foods at 30% below market prices starting in 2027.
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Granola launches AI note-taking app for Apple Watch
Granola released an AI-powered note-taking app for Apple Watch on July 28, 2026, enabling quick meeting notes via wrist taps
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US June Goods Trade Deficit Narrows 4.2% to $101.5 Billion
In June 2026, the US goods trade deficit fell 4.2% to $101.5 billion as imports and exports both declined.
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Google launches Pixel 11 series with AI upgrades and new hardware starting at $899
Google unveiled the Pixel 11 series with enhanced AI features powered by the Tensor G6 chip and opened pre-orders ahead of August 20 launch.
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Two Media Groups Sue Trump Over Paid Faster Access to Truth Social Posts
The Intercept and Freedom of the Press Foundation sued Donald Trump over his company’s plan to sell early access to his Truth Social posts for up to $100,000 a month.
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Lilian Weng resigns from Thinking Machines Lab for health, rejoins OpenAI research team
Lilian Weng stepped down from Thinking Machines Lab citing health and stress, then joined OpenAI to lead a research group on AI self-improvement.
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UPS beats Q2 earnings estimates and raises full-year revenue and profit forecasts
UPS reported Q2 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.76, surpassing estimates, and raised full-year revenue guidance to $91.2 billion.
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Baidu and Lyft start robotaxi testing in London with Freenow app
Baidu began public road tests of its Apollo Go RT6 robotaxis in London on July 28, operating via Lyft-owned Freenow app.
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Josh Kushner and Bob Iger to Buy Los Angeles Lakers for $12.5 Billion
Josh Kushner and former Disney CEO Bob Iger agreed to purchase controlling interest in the Los Angeles Lakers for a record $12.5 billion.