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US War in Iran Costs Reach $37.5 Billion, Pentagon Chief Tells Lawmakers
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reported the rising cost amid renewed bombings and political tensions ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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South China Morning Post World
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reported the rising cost amid renewed bombings and political tensions ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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A narrowly passed plan aims to transform Bondi Junction with thousands of new homes and expanded green spaces, but residents and councillors criticize the rushed process and lack of infrastructure details.
ABC Australia News | Jul 22, 2026, 2:51 AM
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A series of maritime incidents off Mauritania last week resulted in 144 migrants dead or missing, highlighting the dangers of the Atlantic route to Europe.
UN News | Jul 22, 2026, 2:13 AM
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The National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) in China has approved a new rare-disease treatment for narcolepsy type 1, marking a global first in drug approval and highlighting China's growing role in biopharmaceutical innovation.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 22, 2026, 1:35 AM
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Newly disclosed Slack messages reveal key authors of the 2020 'Proximal Origin' paper privately considered a lab leak possibility while publicly dismissing it, amid FBI blocking of questioning EcoHealth Alliance’s Peter Daszak.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 12:10 AM
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The Permanent Trump Secure Border Act aims to criminalize visa overstays, end catch and release, and tighten asylum rules as it moves to the House floor.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 11:50 PM
global-institutions
Independent UN experts denounce the M23 armed group’s abuses in eastern DR Congo, while UNICEF reports child casualties in Ukraine and UNODC highlights growing transnational crime in Southeast Asia.
UN News | Jul 21, 2026, 11:20 PM
politics
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine testify before Congress amid escalating U.S.-Iran conflict and President Trump's mixed messages on military action.
NBC Politics | Jul 21, 2026, 10:13 PM
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Spain celebrated their 1-0 win against Argentina in the World Cup final, returning home to emotional scenes on July 20, 2026.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 21, 2026, 10:04 PM
world
The amount of land burned in the Amazon rainforest in 2025 was the smallest since records began in 1985, marking a significant drop from the previous year.
BBC World | Jul 21, 2026, 9:59 PM
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A WalletHub study ranks Seattle and Tacoma near the bottom for first-time homebuyer affordability, with starter homes averaging over $500,000 and entry costs becoming a significant barrier.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 9:07 PM
world
Queensland’s critical emergency phone system upgrade, initially set for completion in December 2026, is now postponed to March 2027 due to supply delays linked to the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz closure.
ABC Australia News | Jul 21, 2026, 8:45 PM
world
Oleksandr Syrskyi is removed as commander-in-chief days after Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov's ousting sparked nationwide unrest.
BBC World | Jul 21, 2026, 8:35 PM
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The Justice Department's Operation Offsides targeted websites streaming World Cup games without authorization, collaborating with Latin American authorities to block hundreds more.
Washington Times News | Jul 21, 2026, 8:11 PM
world
Iranian missile strikes on Jordanian territory highlight growing risks for Jordan, a key US ally, as tensions escalate in the Middle East.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 21, 2026, 7:23 PM
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For the first time in history, President Donald Trump has used Section 338 of the 1930 Tariff Act to impose steep tariffs on Canadian imports, escalating trade tensions with one of America's closest partners.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 7:17 PM
world
President Donald Trump warns the United States is far from finished with Iran, indicating potential strikes on a key underground nuclear facility amid escalating Middle East hostilities.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 21, 2026, 6:53 PM
world
Moonshot AI’s launch of the 2.8-trillion-parameter Kimi K3 model challenges US dominance in AI, raising questions about the future of global AI infrastructure investment.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 21, 2026, 6:36 PM
world
The West African bloc urges Guinea-Bissau's military government to free detained politicians to strengthen the country's transitional process.
Africanews | Jul 21, 2026, 6:07 PM
world
A Russian naval vessel carried out a live-fire exercise in international waters near Plymouth, prompting criticism from the UK Defence Secretary.
ABC Australia News | Jul 21, 2026, 5:36 PM
world
France considers becoming the first EU country to impose a digital age limit aimed at protecting children online, with the ban potentially taking effect by September 1, 2026.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 21, 2026, 4:25 PM
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Following their 1-0 win against Argentina, Spain's World Cup champions were celebrated with emotional moments on the field and a hero's welcome at home.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 21, 2026, 12:42 PM
world
A European Parliament delegation has started a three-day visit to China to engage with senior officials in Beijing and Shanghai, aiming to manage escalating trade frictions and geopolitical uncertainties.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 21, 2026, 12:35 PM
world
At least 60 protesters and 118 police officers were injured during clashes in Delhi, as opposition leaders demand resignations and government response.
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