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Japan Approves Major Imperial Family Law Overhaul, Maintains Male-Only Succession

Japan's parliament enacts the first significant change in 79 years to imperial family laws, aiming to preserve the world's oldest hereditary monarchy while continuing to exclude women from the throne.

Jul 17, 2026, 5:43 AM Nikkei Asia

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Jill Biden Says Joe Would Be ‘Excoriated’ for Current White House Actions

Former first lady Jill Biden highlighted a perceived media double standard in coverage of the Biden administration compared to the current White House.

Fox News Latest | Jul 17, 2026, 1:50 AM

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Vietnamese Activist Bao Ngoc Highlights Gaza’s Plight Amid Tight Protest Controls

Bao Ngoc, the first Vietnamese to join the Global Sumud Flotilla, draws rare national attention to Palestinian suffering despite Vietnam’s cautious stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 12:50 AM

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Queensland Public Housing Evictions Triple Following New Behaviour Policy

Queensland's new policy targeting antisocial behaviour in public housing has led to a threefold increase in evictions within its first year.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 8:04 PM

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Former CEO of Italy’s Main Highway Operator Sentenced to 12 Years for Genoa Bridge Collapse

Giovanni Castellucci and others were convicted in the first trial over the 2018 Morandi bridge collapse that killed 43 people.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 4:55 PM

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Italian Artist Sergio Furnari Plans Charlie Kirk Memorial Statue in Times Square

Sergio Furnari is creating a statue of the late Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, set to be unveiled in Times Square this September on the first anniversary of Kirk's assassination.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 1:11 PM

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Judges Set to Deliver Verdict in Italy’s Genoa Bridge Collapse Trial After Eight Years

Nearly eight years after the Morandi bridge collapse killed 43 people, the first criminal trial verdict is expected in Genoa, raising questions about infrastructure safety and accountability.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 9:47 AM

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Families Await Verdict in Trial Over 2018 Genoa Morandi Bridge Collapse

Nearly eight years after the Morandi motorway bridge collapse killed 43 people, families gather in Genoa for a first-instance verdict in the trial.

BBC World | Jul 16, 2026, 2:19 AM

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South Korean Central Bank Raises Key Interest Rate Amid Economic Strength

For the first time in over three years, South Korea's central bank increased its key rate to combat inflation driven by rapid economic growth, particularly in the chipmaking sector.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 1:53 AM

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Nissan Unveils Redesigned Elgrand Minivan in Japan, Aiming for Domestic Sales Revival

The new Elgrand, Nissan's first major redesign of the premium minivan in 16 years, marks a key step in the automaker's turnaround strategy.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 1:50 AM

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China and Xi Jinping Viewed More Favorably Than US and Trump in Global Poll, Pew Study Finds

For the first time in two decades, global opinion favors China over the US, with Xi Jinping receiving higher approval than Donald Trump in most surveyed countries.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 12:42 AM

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Soeren Waerenskjold Wins Fastest-Ever Tour de France Stage in Surprising Sprint

Norwegian cyclist Soeren Waerenskjold claimed his first Tour de France stage victory on July 15, 2026, in the fastest-ever stage while Tadej Pogačar maintained his overall lead.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 8:26 PM

US Mint Begins Production of $1 Coin Featuring Donald Trump for 250th Anniversary

The commemorative coin, marking the first time a living president appears on US currency, is set for release this fall amid legal and public debate.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 8:14 PM

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New Nuclear Reactor Approved Amid Media-Fueled Panic Over Safety

Despite decades of fear-driven narratives, a new nuclear reactor has been approved in the U.S. for the first time in 10 years, sparking debate over nuclear power's future.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 7:01 PM

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Jon Gruden Set to Return to NFL as Preseason Game Play-by-Play Announcer Amid Ongoing Lawsuit

Former Las Vegas Raiders coach Jon Gruden is slated to call an NFL preseason game, marking his first pro football role since his 2021 departure amid controversy.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 5:48 PM

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Ike Barinholtz Makes Crude Jokes About Lindsey Graham and Sister’s Senate Replacement on Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Comedian Ike Barinholtz, guest hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live!, made crude remarks about the late Senator Lindsey Graham and his sister Darline Graham, who was sworn in as South Carolina’s first female senator.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 3:20 PM

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Court Rules Ban on ‘Personal, Impertinent or Slanderous Remarks’ in City Council Comments Unconstitutional

A federal appeals court struck down a City of Bossier City policy restricting public comments at city council meetings, citing First Amendment protections.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 1:08 PM

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Sri Lanka Intensifies Military-Backed Anti-Dengue Campaign Amid Rising Deaths

With dengue infections more than doubling in the first half of 2026, Sri Lanka is expanding its efforts to curb the mosquito-borne disease, focusing on the capital and nearby districts.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 12:44 PM

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Spain Advances to FIFA World Cup Final; England and Argentina Set for Semifinal Clash

Spain secured a 2-0 win over France to reach the World Cup final for the first time since 2010, while England and Argentina prepare to face off in the other semifinal at Atlanta Stadium.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 11:37 AM

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Trump AG Nominee Todd Blanche Faces Senate Confirmation Amid Diverse National Headlines

Todd Blanche confronts his first major Senate confirmation challenge as multiple significant news stories unfold across the United States.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 11:32 AM

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Supreme Court Justices Testify on Rising Threats and Security Needs

Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan detailed increased threats against the Supreme Court during their first congressional appearance since 2019, highlighting security concerns and political tensions.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 9:21 AM

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Supreme Court to Review Case on Permits for Home Prayer Gatherings

An Orthodox Jew was forced to cancel his minyan after a cease-and-desist letter, with courts dismissing his First Amendment claim due to zoning technicalities.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 9:18 AM

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China’s Big Three Airlines Face Up to $1.33 Billion Loss Amid Middle East Conflict

China Southern, Air China, and China Eastern report deeper first-half losses primarily due to rising fuel costs linked to ongoing Middle East war.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 8:33 AM

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Dallas Cowboys’ Charles Snowden Suspended Three Games by NFL Following 2024 DUI Plea

NFL suspends outside linebacker Charles Snowden for the first three games of the 2026 season due to a DUI arrest from 2024, resolved through a recent plea agreement.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 1:58 AM