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Hong Kong to Invite Ride-Hailing Firms to Apply for Licences Starting August

The city’s transport minister announced a timeline for licensing and regulation of ride-hailing platforms following legislative approval.

Jul 16, 2026, 6:21 AM South China Morning Post World

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South Korea’s International Adoptees Demand Justice Amid Adoption Scandal

Following a government investigation revealing adoption record falsifications, South Korean adoptees and advocates call for accountability beyond apologies.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 5:05 AM

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Todd Blanche Faces Intense Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing for Attorney General Nomination

President Trump's nominee for Attorney General, Todd Blanche, underwent rigorous questioning during his confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on July 15, 2026.

NBC Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 4:40 AM

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Authorities Urged to Promote New Huanggang Port Crossing System and Improve Bus Parking

Lawmaker Ben Chan Han-pan calls for clear communication and sufficient facilities as the Legislative Council prepares to pass the Huanggang Port Hong Kong Port Area Bill.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 4:39 AM

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France's Parliament Approves Assisted Dying Law for Terminally Ill Adults

The French National Assembly passed a bill allowing assisted dying, pending final approval by the Constitutional Council after 14 years of debate.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 3:58 AM

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Tai Po Fire Attributed to Multiple Layers of Human Failure, Hearing Reveals

An independent committee continues its investigation into Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades, highlighting systemic failures during a costly renovation project.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 3:15 AM

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New York Times Moves to Quash DOJ Subpoenas Over Air Force One Security Reporting

The New York Times challenges subpoenas issued to its journalists by the Trump administration after reporting on security concerns related to the new Air Force One.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 1:49 AM

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Tim Walz Defends Pardon of Convicted Child Rapist After Trump Administration Deported Him

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz questioned the safety impact of deporting Tou Lue Vang, who was pardoned after a child-sex-crime conviction, as Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced Vang's removal to Laos.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 1:39 AM

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Vice President JD Vance Warns GOP: Fix Economy or Risk a Socialist President

On July 16, 2026, Vice President JD Vance cautioned that decades of economic policies have pushed young Americans toward socialism, urging Republicans to address these issues to prevent a socialist presidency.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 1:38 AM

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George Santos to Compete on Fox’s ‘Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test’

Former congressman George Santos will join the fifth season of Fox’s military-themed reality show, facing physical and mental challenges alongside celebrities like Matt Barnes and Ruby Rose.

Washington Times News | Jul 16, 2026, 1:32 AM

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Judge Awards Hunter Biden $1.7 Million in Defamation Suit Against Former Overstock CEO

A U.S. judge ruled that Patrick Byrne’s defamatory comments about Hunter Biden were part of a coordinated strategy, resulting in a $1.7 million award.

NBC Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 12:45 AM

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Pentagon Seeks New Authority to Withhold Unclassified Records Under FOIA

The Defense Department proposes a legislative change to exempt certain controlled unclassified information from public disclosure, raising concerns about government transparency.

CBS Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 11:50 PM

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Eleventh Circuit Likely to Hold En Banc Review in Florida University Speech Restrictions Case

A judge has withheld the mandate in a prominent case challenging Florida's Individual Freedom Act restrictions on university professors' speech, signaling a possible full-court reconsideration.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 11:35 PM

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Federal Judge Rules Biden-Era Internet Grant Program Unconstitutional for Racial Prioritization

U.S. District Judge John Bates finds that a high-speed internet grant program signed into law by President Biden violated constitutional principles by using race as a factor in fund allocation.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 11:24 PM

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France Denies Asylum to Whistleblower Exposing Wagner’s Disinformation Network in Africa

After initially evacuating a whistleblower linked to Russia’s disinformation campaign in the Central African Republic, French authorities abruptly rejected his asylum application, raising questions about democratic states’ protection of whistleblowers.

France 24 English | Jul 15, 2026, 11:05 PM

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xAI Files Lawsuit Against South Carolina Man for Misusing AI to Sexualize Minors

Elon Musk’s xAI accuses Terry Harwood of violating terms of service by exploiting AI tool Grok to create explicit deepfake images involving children.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 10:54 PM

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Authors and Publishers Sue Google Over Alleged AI Copyright Infringement

Hachette Book Group, Elsevier, and others accuse Google of unlawfully using copyrighted books to train its Gemini AI models.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 9:40 PM

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Former PAWS Darwin Employees Raise Concerns Over $150,000 in Unpaid Superannuation

Ex-staff members of the Australian charity PAWS Darwin allege significant unpaid superannuation, with underage workers claiming promised super accounts were never established.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 9:25 PM

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Louisiana Chili’s Employee Disputes Harassment Claims After Firing Over Pronoun Dispute

Wesley Kirk Ford Jr. says he was fired for refusing to use a coworker’s chosen name, while Chili’s cites repeated harassment as the cause.

Washington Times News | Jul 15, 2026, 9:23 PM

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Homeland Security Halts ICE Vehicle Stops Amid Fatal Shootings, Sparks Debate

Temporary pause ordered after two fatal shootings prompts mixed reactions from officials and critics over immigration enforcement tactics and accountability.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 9:21 PM

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DOJ Threatens Criminal Prosecution Over Zachary Young’s Spy Memoir

The Department of Justice warns HarperCollins against publishing Zachary Young’s CIA memoir without authorization, prompting accusations of intimidation from the former operative.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 9:09 PM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Makes Verbal Slip-Up During Confirmation Hearing

During his confirmation hearing on July 15, 2026, Todd Blanche appeared to confuse his current and past roles while responding to a question about his relationship with former President Trump.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 8:36 PM

Venezuelan Man Dies in ICE Custody During Transfer in Georgia

Jesús Manuel Arenas-Silva is the 22nd person to die in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody this year amid calls for greater accountability.

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

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Todd Blanche Faces Senate Scrutiny Over Epstein Files and Trump Tax Immunity Settlement

US Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche was questioned by lawmakers about a controversial $1.8 billion fund linked to a tax immunity deal for former President Trump.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 7:38 PM