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Ahead of the World Cup

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Ugandan Woman Transforms Shea Waste into Clean Energy Amid Charcoal Crisis

As charcoal demand threatens indigenous trees in northern Uganda, a climate activist promotes sustainable fuel alternatives and community reforestation efforts.

Jul 15, 2026, 4:48 AM Al Jazeera

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Auditor-General Flags Lapses in HDB Season Parking Checks and MOH Contract Management

The Auditor-General’s Office highlights nearly S$25 million in improperly approved HDB season parking applications and contract approval breaches in the Ministry of Health.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 4:40 AM

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Gibraltar and Spain End Border Checks in Historic UK-EU Treaty

Border controls between Spain and Gibraltar were lifted on Wednesday, July 15th, 2026, marking a new chapter in relations following an agreement after Brexit.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 4:40 AM

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China’s CXMT Valued at $85 Billion in Record Shanghai IPO

ChangXin Memory Technologies aims to raise $8.5 billion in the largest mainland Chinese semiconductor IPO, surpassing previous records.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 4:39 AM

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Iran Launches Strikes on Neighbors Amid US Blockade Reinstatement and Trump Threats

Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps attacked US military installations in the Middle East following renewed US strikes and President Trump's reinstatement of a blockade on Iranian shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Euronews | Jul 15, 2026, 4:39 AM

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China’s Rare Earth Weakness and New Rocket Challenge SpaceX: 7 Science Highlights

China has tested a satellite engine with a record-breaking operating life, signaling advances in space technology amid ongoing challenges in rare earth materials.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 4:37 AM

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Rosmah Mansor Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Comedian Harith Iskander

Wife of Malaysia's former Prime Minister Najib Razak, Rosmah Mansor, has initiated legal action over alleged defamation during a comedy show.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 4:37 AM

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Nicky Winmar Removed from AFL Hall of Fame Following Assault Conviction

Former Australian Rules footballer Nicky Winmar was expelled from the Australian Football Hall of Fame after being found guilty of unlawful assault.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 4:25 AM

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NSW Approves Stratford Pumped Hydro and Solar Project in Gloucester Valley

The $1.8 billion project aims to power 120,000 homes and contribute significantly to the state's long-duration energy storage goals.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 4:25 AM

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Nearly 75% of Americans Believe There Is Too Much Money in Politics

As the United States prepares for some of the most expensive elections in its history, a significant majority of Americans express concern over the influence of money in politics.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 4:14 AM

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California Representative Ro Khanna Faces Criticism Over Israel Visit

Ro Khanna’s recent actions in Israel have drawn scrutiny, with critics suggesting the move was aimed at boosting his presidential ambitions.

National Review | Jul 15, 2026, 4:02 AM

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Progressive Wage Model Expanded to Benefit 1,800 Pest Management Workers in Singapore

Singapore's Progressive Wage Model now includes the pest management sector, ensuring structured wage increases linked to skills and productivity for about 1,800 workers.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 3:42 AM

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China’s First-Tier Home Prices Extend Four-Month Rebound Amid Market Stabilisation

New data shows a gradual recovery in home prices across China’s major cities, reflecting improving market sentiment and the impact of housing stabilisation policies.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 3:41 AM

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Adelaide Parklands Golf Course Redevelopment Continues Amid Petition and Parliamentary Inquiry

Despite a petition with 13,500 signatures triggering a parliamentary inquiry, the South Australian government will proceed with the controversial golf course redevelopment in North Adelaide.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 3:31 AM

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Sydney Childcare Abuse Investigation Expands to Remote Indigenous Community in South Australia

Australian Federal Police extend probe into childcare worker Hamish Tait amid ongoing court proceedings in NSW.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 3:31 AM

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University of Melbourne Defends Handling of Antisemitism and Pro-Palestinian Protests

Vice-Chancellor Glyn Davis testifies at Royal Commission on measures taken after 2024 campus protests and antisemitic incidents involving staff and students.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 3:29 AM

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Trump Meets Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi at White House to Strengthen Economic Ties

US President Donald Trump and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi held talks at the White House on July 15, 2026, focusing on expanding economic cooperation between the two nations.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 3:06 AM

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Judge-Led Committee Nears Conclusion on Hong Kong’s Deadliest Fire at Tai Po’s Wang Fuk Court

An independent inquiry examines the causes of the 2025 blaze that killed 168 people and displaced thousands, while Hong Kong International Airport reports a profit decline amid rising expenses.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 2:55 AM

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Melbourne Home Targeted in Second Drive-By Shooting Within a Week

Two drive-by shootings in Melbourne's north-west have left residents shaken but unharmed as police investigate possible links between the incidents.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 2:45 AM

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Five-Year-Old Boy Dies After Being Hit by 4WD in Perth Suburb

A tragic accident in Cloverdale, Perth, resulted in the death of a young boy and critical injuries to a woman.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 2:44 AM

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Canberra Man Denied Voluntary Assisted Dying Wins Partial Victory in Early ACT Law Test

A tribunal ruled that a man seeking voluntary assisted dying under the ACT's new laws has the mental capacity to make the decision, despite remaining ineligible for the scheme.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 2:43 AM

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Oil Prices Surge Amid Renewed US-Iran Hostilities and Strikes on Energy Targets

Oil prices climbed to one-month highs as tensions escalated between the US and Iran, with a US naval blockade reinstated and retaliatory strikes launched by Iran.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 2:13 AM

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Taiwan’s Opposition TPP Launches Historic First Delegation Visit to Mainland China

The Taiwan People’s Party seeks to foster goodwill and dialogue to support cross-Strait peace amid ongoing tensions with Beijing.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 2:12 AM

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Seven Britons Among 13 Dead in Spain Wildfires

Spanish wildfires claimed 13 lives, including seven British nationals, as nearly 1,500 people were evacuated in Almería province.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 2:11 AM