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5.5-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Central Andes in Peru, Killing at Least 5
A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck Peru's Andes near Sicaya and Chupaca on July 18, killing at least five and injuring around 20 to 32.
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Five survivors rescued after Indonesian passenger boat sinks off Sulawesi
Five survivors were rescued after the KM Nurul Salsa sank off Indonesia’s Sulawesi coast, with at least 20 still missing following the July 15 accident.
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Josh Kerr breaks 27-year men's mile world record at London Diamond League
British runner Josh Kerr set a new men's mile world record of 3:42.66 at the London Diamond League on July 18.
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FIFA to review mandatory hydration breaks trialed at 2026 World Cup amid mixed reactions
FIFA introduced three-minute hydration breaks in all 2026 World Cup matches and plans to assess their impact after the tournament amid differing opinions from fans and coaches.
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Ryan Fox ties major championship record with 8-under 62 at 2026 Open
Ryan Fox shot an 8-under-par 62 in the third round of the 2026 Open to match the lowest major round ever and join Lucas Herbert as co-leader.
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Valve warns ongoing memory crisis may drive up Steam Machine prices
Valve says rising memory prices and shortages are limiting Steam Machine supply and could push prices higher.
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TSMC to invest $100 billion more to expand Arizona chip production
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. announced a $100 billion investment to build four new chip fabs in Arizona, increasing its US commitment to $265 billion.
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India launches first hydrogen-powered train between Jind and Sonipat
India inaugurated its first hydrogen-powered train on July 17, running a 10-coach vehicle on the Jind–Sonipat route in Haryana.
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Bethesda to expand Starfield with new content and updates in 2027
Bethesda will continue supporting Starfield with updates and new 'Starborn' content launching in 2027.
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Zenimax Online Studios lays off 200+ staff, ESO senior leadership departs amid Xbox cuts
Zenimax Online Studios cut over 200 staff, including Elder Scrolls Online senior leaders, as part of Xbox's wider layoffs.
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Germany's factory orders climb 3.1% in June, surpassing forecasts amid export gains
Germany's factory orders rose 3.1% in June 2026, beating expectations and boosting industrial exports to record levels.
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14-year-old boy charged over alleged plot to attack two London mosques
A 14-year-old from south London faces terrorism and racially aggravated criminal damage charges over a plot targeting two mosques in Sutton.
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Coroner Rules Brain Injury from Heading Caused Death of England’s Nobby Stiles
A coroner has ruled that repeated heading of footballs caused brain damage leading to dementia in England World Cup winner Nobby Stiles.
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Linus Torvalds says Linux supports AI tools, tells critics to fork or leave
Linus Torvalds declared Linux is not anti-AI and backs AI use in kernel development, urging opponents to fork or walk away.
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Microsoft Restores 25-Year-Old Account After Hacker Deleted It Despite Ownership Proof
Microsoft deleted, then restored Joshua Khane's 25-year-old account after a hacking incident and initial refusal to recover it.
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US Strikes Target Iranian Civil Infrastructure Near Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalation
US military launched multiple strikes on southern Iran, hitting transport hubs and civilian sites, killing seven and forcing hospital evacuations.
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Sony delays launch of FlexStrike wireless fight stick set for August 6, 2026
Sony postponed the August 6 launch of its FlexStrike wireless fight stick for PS5 and PC due to production delays, with no new release date announced.
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Australia's Ban on Social Media for Under-16s Shows Limited Effectiveness After Seven Months
Australia's ban on social media use by under-16s since December 2025 has seen limited compliance due to weak age verification.
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Arsenal winger Leandro Trossard to join Besiktas for £17 million transfer
Arsenal has agreed a £17 million deal to transfer 31-year-old winger Leandro Trossard to Besiktas, with the player traveling to Istanbul for a medical.
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George Lucas endorses AI in filmmaking despite opposition from other directors
George Lucas said AI makes filmmaking easier and inevitable, while some directors remain skeptical or opposed.
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Nintendo may launch Switch 2 OLED model with full HD screen by 2027-2028
Nintendo is reportedly considering a Switch 2 OLED model with a full HD screen and plans to start development by late 2026.
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EU and partners launch $1 billion aid package for Gaza post-war recovery
The European Commission and over a dozen countries pledged nearly €884 million to support Gaza's early recovery after war.
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Andoni Iraola named Liverpool manager, urges more signings ahead of 2026-27 season
Andoni Iraola was appointed Liverpool manager in June 2026 and called for additional player signings to strengthen the squad.
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Paris landmarks close early as France faces third heatwave, Tour de France shortens stage
Paris landmarks closed early July 10-15 amid France’s third 2026 heatwave, and Tour de France shortened a stage on July 12 due to extreme heat.