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Breel Embolo sent off in 2026 World Cup quarter-final after mistaken identity VAR decision
Breel Embolo was sent off for simulation after a VAR review corrected a mistaken yellow card given to Argentina’s Leandro Paredes in the World Cup quarter-final on July 11.
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Cyclospora outbreak infects thousands across 34 US states, linked to lettuce and Taco Bell probe
Since May, a Cyclospora outbreak has sickened nearly 7,000 people in 34 US states, with Michigan hardest hit and Taco Bell suspending some produce items.
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England captain Harry Kane confirms golf outing with former U.S. President Donald Trump
Harry Kane confirmed he played golf with Donald Trump about 18 months ago in Palm Beach, Florida.
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Meta disables controversial AI image feature on Instagram after backlash
Meta launched and then removed Muse Image's AI tagging feature on Instagram following broad criticism over consent and privacy.
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US Climate Prediction Center forecasts very strong El Nino peaking Oct-Dec 2026
The US Climate Prediction Center projects a very strong El Nino event with an 81% probability peaking between October and December 2026.
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Conor McGregor suffers knee injury in UFC 329 loss to Max Holloway in comeback fight
Conor McGregor returned to UFC after five years but lost by first-round TKO to Max Holloway due to a knee injury at UFC 329.
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Toronto Raptors pause Kawhi Leonard trade amid NBA Clippers investigation
The Toronto Raptors halted their trade for Kawhi Leonard due to an ongoing NBA probe involving the Los Angeles Clippers.
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Disney explores free streaming tier for Disney+ amid rising competition
Disney is considering a free tier on Disney+ to offer some content without subscription, Adam Smith said on July 9, 2026.
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Blue Origin raises $10 billion at $130 billion valuation in first outside funding round
Blue Origin secured $10 billion in its first external funding round, valuing the space company at $130 billion.
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Anthropic launches Claude Cowork AI on mobile and web with cloud-based task execution
Anthropic expanded its Claude Cowork AI from desktop to mobile and web, enabling cloud-backed continuous task running starting August 7, 2026.
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Wall Street chip stocks fall amid AI doubts and geopolitical tensions; SK Hynix Nasdaq debut sparks optimism
Chip stocks slid on July 7 over AI growth concerns and Middle East tensions, while SK Hynix’s Nasdaq debut later lifted chip sector sentiment.
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US trade deficit surges 42% in May to $77.6B amid record capital goods imports
The US trade deficit widened 42.2% in May 2026 to $77.6 billion amid soaring imports, led by record capital goods bought partly for AI investment.
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Portugal coach Roberto Martinez departs after World Cup last-16 loss to Spain
Roberto Martinez left his role as Portugal head coach following their 1-0 defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup round of 16.
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Senator Mitch McConnell Hospitalized Since Mid-June, Health Details Remain Limited
Senator Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized since June 14 with undisclosed health issues, raising questions about his Senate duties and condition.
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Washington D.C. briefly becomes world’s most polluted major city after massive 4th of July fireworks
Washington D.C. became the most polluted major city worldwide early July 5 after 850,000 fireworks were launched for the US 250th anniversary celebration.
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Ukrainian drones strike Russia’s largest oil refinery in Omsk, halting operations
Ukrainian drones attacked the Omsk oil refinery in Siberia on July 6, causing fire damage and forcing a shutdown of refining operations.
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NATO Summit in Ankara pushes Europe to boost defense spending amid US troop shifts
NATO leaders met July 7-8 in Ankara, urging European allies to increase defense budgets and prepare for reduced US military presence.
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Eight rescued after seaplane makes hard landing in New York City's East River
A Kodiak 100 seaplane made a hard landing in the East River near Manhattan on July 6; all eight aboard were rescued with two minor injuries.
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Neo-fascist Patriot Front marches in DC on US 250th Independence Day
On July 4, 2026, hundreds of Patriot Front members marched in Washington DC carrying Confederate and upside down American flags.
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Spain beats Portugal 1-0 with late goal in 2026 World Cup Round of 16
Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match in Arlington, Texas on July 6, 2026.
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Nearly 1 Million Investors Lose $3.8 Billion on Trump Meme Coin as Trump Profits Over $600 Million
Nearly one million holders of the $TRUMP meme coin suffered $3.8 billion in losses by June 2026 while Donald Trump earned $636 million in 2025.
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US government launches Trump Accounts program offering $1,000 investments for children
The US government launched the Trump Accounts program on July 4, 2026, providing $1,000 seed investments for children born during Trump's second term.
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England may use Viagra to counter altitude effects in 2026 World Cup match at Azteca Stadium
England could use Viagra to reduce altitude sickness symptoms in their World Cup round of 16 match versus Mexico in Mexico City.
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Severe storms delay President Trump's July 4 speech at US 250th anniversary events
Severe thunderstorms delayed President Donald Trump's Independence Day speech on July 4 at the National Mall in Washington, DC.