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Hilton Grand Vacations fires employee for racist message to Las Vegas Aces star Chelsea Gray
Hilton Grand Vacations fired an employee who sent a racist Instagram message to Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray on July 12, 2026.
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US and Iraq announce large oil deals and troop withdrawal by September 2026
President Trump and Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi announced major US-Iraq oil deals and a full US troop withdrawal by September 30, 2026.
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Trump urges Netanyahu to withdraw Israeli troops from Syria and Lebanon to ease tensions
On July 14, 2026, US President Donald Trump urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to begin redeploying forces out of Syria and Lebanon to reduce tensions.
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US Appeals Court Allows Over 3,000 Lawsuits Against Meta, TikTok Over Social Media Addiction
The US 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that Meta, TikTok and other firms must face lawsuits alleging addictive design targeting youth.
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Over 175,000 US Visas Revoked Since Trump’s 2025 Return Amid Immigration Crackdown
Since January 2025, more than 175,000 non-immigrant US visas have been revoked under Trump’s tightened immigration enforcement.
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California launches MyFirstEV rebate offering up to $3,500 for first-time EV buyers
California introduced the MyFirstEV program providing rebates up to $3,500 for first-time buyers of new electric vehicles priced under $50,000.
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US forces launch first combat naval drone strike on Iranian Bandar Abbas base
On July 12, 2026, US forces used three Corsair sea drones to attack Iran’s Bandar Abbas naval base, targeting maintenance facilities for submarines and ships.
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12 US State Attorneys General Sue to Block $110 Billion Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros Merger
A bipartisan group of 12 US state attorneys general filed a lawsuit July 13 to block the $110 billion Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery merger on antitrust grounds.
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Meta launches open-weight AI model Muse Glimmer for local consumer use
Meta released Muse Glimmer, a 30-billion-parameter open-weight AI model designed to run locally on Macs and PCs with a single GPU.
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Trump demands Iran pay compensation as Hormuz talks stall amid blockade
President Trump demands Iran pay reparations for casualties, linking compensation to Strait of Hormuz negotiations amid ongoing blockade.
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July 2026 Sets New Heat Record for Contiguous US at 76.9°F, Surpassing 1936
The contiguous United States experienced its hottest month on record in July 2026, with an average temperature of 76.9°F, NOAA announced yesterday.
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Senegal fires coach Pape Thiaw after World Cup round of 32 loss to Belgium
Senegalese football federation dismissed coach Pape Thiaw on July 12 following World Cup exit and salary disputes.
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Two Teenagers Arrested After Targeted Shooting Kills Five in East St Louis
Two teenagers were arrested July 12 after a targeted mass shooting in East St Louis killed five family members and injured two others.
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Senator Mitch McConnell Recovering from Fall and Pneumonia, Delays Senate Return
Senator Mitch McConnell remains in recovery after a June fall and pneumonia, postponing his return to the Senate floor beyond mid-July.
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Stefon Diggs remains unsigned, calls himself top NFL No. 2 wide receiver
Stefon Diggs is a free agent in August 2026 and ranks himself as the best No. 2 wide receiver in the NFL.
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Actress Wai Ching Ho, Marvel's Madame Gao, dies aged 82 or 83
Wai Ching Ho, known for playing Madame Gao in Marvel TV series, died peacefully after a stroke in July 2026.
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Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi visits Washington to secure US oil, gas, and investment deals
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi visited Washington in July 2026 to sign oil and gas agreements and deepen US-Iraq economic and security ties.
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US Senator Lindsey Graham dies suddenly, prompting varied international reactions
US Senator Lindsey Graham died suddenly on July 11 after a brief illness, drawing praise from allies and condemnation from Iranian media.
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Norway eliminated from 2026 World Cup quarterfinals after 2-1 extra-time loss to England
Norway lost 2-1 to England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal after extra time, exiting the tournament for the first time at this stage.
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Lake Mead hits lowest water level in nearly 90 years amid Colorado River crisis
Lake Mead dropped to 1,040.4 feet on August 7, 2026, setting a historic low and prompting federal water use cuts in Lower Basin states.
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Mark Zuckerberg Publishes AI Manifesto and Launches Open-Weight Muse Glimmer Model
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg unveiled a 6,500-word AI manifesto advocating personal superintelligence and launched an open-weight AI model Muse Glimmer.
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University of Chicago Law School bans electronic devices for first-year students starting fall 2026
University of Chicago Law School will prohibit phones, laptops, and tablets in first-year classes to prevent AI misuse starting fall 2026.
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Trump Refuses to Sign Bipartisan Housing Bill That Will Become Law Without His Signature
President Donald Trump announced on July 10 he would not sign a bipartisan housing bill, which will become law without his approval.
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7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Western Colombia, Killing at Least 224 and Damaging Thousands of Buildings
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on August 10, killing at least 224 and injuring over 668, with widespread destruction reported.