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Methane gas explosion causes tunnel collapse killing up to 20 workers in Sikkim, India
A methane gas explosion caused a tunnel collapse in Sikkim, killing at least 20 workers and trapping others inside, officials said.
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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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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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South Korea's KFTC accuses Google of Android app store dominance abuse as EU court upholds record fine
South Korea's antitrust regulator accused Google of abusing its Android app market dominance while the EU court dismissed Google's appeal against a €4.1 billion fine.
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EU cuts tariff-free steel import quotas by 47%, imposes 50% tariff beyond limits
The European Commission set new steel import quotas reducing duty-free volumes by 47%, effective July 1, 2026, with tariffs on excess imports.
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Two men die after small plane crashes into house in northwestern Germany
A small private plane crashed into a house roof in Ganderkesee on July 25, killing two men onboard aged 65 and 77.
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Ukrainian drone strikes hit multiple Wildberries warehouses, killing at least eight workers
Ukrainian drones struck Russia’s largest online retailer Wildberries' warehouses in July 2026, causing deaths, injuries, fires, and operational disruptions.
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Qatari LNG Tanker Al Rekayyat Hit by Projectile Near Strait of Hormuz, Fire Erupts
A Qatari LNG tanker was struck by a projectile near the Strait of Hormuz on July 6, causing a fire but no casualties or gas leaks.
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Seoul Michelin-starred chef faces jail for serving ants as dessert garnish
South Korean prosecutors seek one-year prison and fine for Seoul chef serving ants on sorbet in violation of food law.
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Telstra outage disrupts mobile services and rail networks across Australia
Telstra faced a major outage on July 8, affecting millions of customers and suspending regional rail services in Victoria and NSW.
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Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% amid inflation and Middle East risks
The Bank of England kept interest rates at 3.75% in a 6-3 vote amid inflation easing and Middle East conflict concerns.
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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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Apple and Broadcom extend chip supply deal through 2031 worth over $30 billion
Apple and Broadcom agreed to extend their partnership through 2031, committing more than $30 billion to U.S. chip manufacturing and facility expansion.
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Director Carl Rinsch sentenced to 30 months for defrauding Netflix of $11 million
Carl Rinsch was sentenced to 30 months in prison and ordered to forfeit $11 million for defrauding Netflix over a sci-fi series.
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Warren Buffett delays midyear donation to Gates Foundation amid Epstein probe
Warren Buffett is postponing his usual midyear donation to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation due to concerns about its ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
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French Parliament passes bill to regulate ultra-fast fashion targeting Shein and Temu
The French Parliament approved a bill on June 29, 2026, to curb ultra-fast fashion, imposing fees and ad bans on platforms like Shein and Temu.
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Lawsuit Accuses Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron of DRAM Price-Fixing and Supply Collusion
Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron face a class-action suit in California alleging DRAM price-fixing and supply restriction since 2022.
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Saudi Aramco Helicopter Crash in Ras Tanura Kills All 14 Onboard
A Saudi Aramco helicopter crashed in Ras Tanura early Sunday, killing all 14 Saudi nationals onboard.
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Sony to Remove 551 Studio Canal Digital Movies from PlayStation Libraries on September 1, 2026
Sony will remove 551 Studio Canal digital movies from PlayStation users’ libraries worldwide on September 1 due to licensing expiration.
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Paris court orders TotalEnergies to include customer emissions in climate plan
A Paris court ordered TotalEnergies to revise its climate vigilance plan to include Scope 3 emissions within six months.
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Hasbro seeks AI voice rights from Peppa Pig child actors amid industry backlash
Hasbro is asking child actors from Peppa Pig to sign contracts allowing AI use of their voices, prompting opposition from the Actors of Young Performers Association.
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Iraq demands higher OPEC oil production quota and may consider exit if unmet
Iraq demanded a significant increase in its OPEC oil quota today and signaled it might leave the group if the demand is not met.
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Germany Cancels F126 Frigate Contract, Rheinmetall Shares Plunge Nearly 20%
Germany canceled its €12 billion F126 frigate contract, shifting to smaller TKMS Meko A-200 ships, causing Rheinmetall shares to drop sharply on June 24.