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Xbox layoffs cut roughly half of id Software staff amid Doom DLC launch
Xbox cut about half of id Software's staff, laying off around 90-95 of its 185 employees during Doom DLC release and studio restructuring.
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Wildfire near Trévillach forces 10,000 evacuations, threatens Tour de France stage finish
A fast-moving wildfire in southern France has burned thousands of hectares and forced evacuations ahead of Tour de France stage three.
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Fire in Antwerp apartment building kills at least 5, injures several
A fire on July 1 in a 10-storey apartment building in Antwerp killed at least five people and injured several others.
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LIV Golf secures new lead investor with players gaining majority equity stake
LIV Golf signed an agreement with a new lead investor, expected to close in September 2026, with players becoming majority equity holders.
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Four men stabbed near Covent Garden; 47-year-old woman charged
Four men were stabbed in London’s Covent Garden on August 5; a 47-year-old woman was charged with wounding and weapon possession.
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Carlos Alcaraz Withdraws from 2026 Cincinnati Open Due to Wrist Injury
Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the 2026 Cincinnati Open due to an ongoing wrist injury sustained in April.
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Russian missile and drone strikes kill at least 15 in Kyiv and suburbs
Russian ballistic missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and nearby areas killed at least 15 people and injured dozens, Ukrainian officials said.
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Gianni Infantino faces backlash and loss of support over failed World Cup stake sale plan
Wales and major football confederations condemn FIFA President Gianni Infantino over collapsed World Cup stake sale.
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Mountaineer Nirmal Purja and nine others killed in avalanche on Broad Peak, Pakistan
Nirmal Purja and nine climbers died in an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan on July 30, 2026.
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Japan Cuts Fiscal 2026 GDP Growth Forecast, Plans Temporary Food Sales Tax Cut
Japan's government lowered its 2026 fiscal year GDP growth forecast and announced a two-year cut in the food sales tax starting April 2027.
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Magnitude 7.1 earthquake in Kumamoto kills at least 13, causes mall explosion
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto, Japan on July 28, causing deaths, aftershocks, and a mall explosion that trapped workers.
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Manchester City's Rodri undergoes back surgery amid Real Madrid transfer interest
Manchester City's Rodri had back surgery on July 27-28 and faces a recovery period amid Real Madrid transfer talks.
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Tadej Pogacar wins fifth Tour de France, tying record with shortened final stage
Tadej Pogacar of UAE Team Emirates-XRG won the 2026 Tour de France for a record-equalling fifth time, finishing with a 6-minute 26-second lead.
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Ukraine launches drone attacks on Wildberries warehouses across Russia killing 9
Since July 18, Ukraine has conducted multiple drone strikes on Russia’s largest online retailer Wildberries’ warehouses, killing at least nine and causing billions in damages.
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Ukrainian drones strike multiple Wildberries warehouses in Russia, causing casualties and fires
Ukrainian drone attacks hit several warehouses of Russia’s largest online retailer Wildberries, injuring at least 15 and damaging key logistics hubs.
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French modelling scout linked to Jeffrey Epstein found dead near Paris
Daniel Siad, French modelling scout tied to Jeffrey Epstein, was found dead at age 69 in Colombes on July 20, 2026.
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Ukraine’s Zelensky replaces army chief Syrskyi amid protests over defence minister Fedorov's ousting
President Zelensky dismissed army commander Syrskyi and named Drapatyi commander amid protests over Fedorov’s removal.
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Marvel releases first full Avengers: Doomsday trailer featuring Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom
Marvel unveiled the first full trailer for Avengers: Doomsday on July 20, 2026, showcasing a star-studded cast including Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom.
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Kylian Mbappe wins second FIFA World Cup Golden Boot with record 10 goals in 2026
Kylian Mbappe scored 10 goals to claim his second World Cup Golden Boot and set a new all-time tournament scoring record in 2026.
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Jens Spahn resigns as CDU/CSU parliamentary leader over surrogacy controversy
Jens Spahn resigned as parliamentary group leader of Germany's CDU/CSU after surrogacy row on July 18, 2026.
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Massive fire near Drammen, Norway destroys over 100 homes and triggers evacuation
A fire on July 17 in Krokstadelva near Drammen destroyed over 100 homes and forced evacuation of 400+ residents.
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Fire at Algiers orphanage kills 11, injures 19 including children and carers
A fire broke out early July 16 at an orphanage near Algiers, killing 11 people and injuring 19, officials said.
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Volkswagen CEO warns of potential 50,000 job cuts amid cost pressures
Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume confirmed plans to cut up to 50,000 additional jobs globally if overhead costs remain high.
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EU plans phased social media restrictions for children under 13 across 27 member states
The European Union will propose legislation after summer 2026 to limit social media access for children under 13 with phased controls and supervision.