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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Linked to Shredded Lettuce at Taco Bell Locations in Five States

An investigation by the Food and Drug Administration has connected recent cyclosporiasis cases to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia.

Jul 16, 2026, 11:30 PM ABC Top Stories

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California Firefighters Administer Oxygen to Pigeon After Vehicle Fire in Oakland

Firefighters in Oakland, California, provided emergency oxygen to a pigeon suffering from smoke inhalation following a vehicle fire, capturing widespread attention online.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 11:26 PM

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Trump Administration Finalizes Stricter US Visa Limits for Foreign Students and Journalists

New rules cap student visas at four years and restrict foreign journalists' stays, with Chinese nationals facing even shorter limits, sparking criticism from media rights groups.

France 24 English | Jul 16, 2026, 10:43 PM

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Nicki Minaj Defends Trump Adviser Amid Calls for Severed Ties by House Republican

Rapper Nicki Minaj publicly supports Alex Bruesewitz, a key adviser to former President Trump, following Rep. Randy Fine's push for the president to end their association.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 10:21 PM

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Apollo Test Command Module Arrives in Sydney for Powerhouse Parramatta Exhibition

Boilerplate #1224, a crucial Apollo test command module, has been transported from Washington to Sydney for display, highlighting lessons learned from the Apollo 1 tragedy.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 9:52 PM

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ProPublica Investigates Private School Transparency and Accountability in the U.S.

A new ProPublica report highlights challenges parents face in researching private schools, revealing gaps in oversight and accountability across states.

ProPublica | Jul 16, 2026, 9:11 PM

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ATO Faces Scrutiny Over $73.4 Million Move to New Adelaide Skyscraper

The Australian Taxation Office plans to relocate its Adelaide offices to Festival Tower Two, sparking debate over the $73.4 million fit-out cost and the necessity of leaving a relatively new building.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 8:54 PM

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GOP Lawmakers Urge Supreme Court to Bolster First Amendment Rights for Street Preachers

House Republicans filed an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to reject qualified immunity for officers who stopped a Christian evangelist distributing literature in Louisiana.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 8:35 PM

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WHO Urges Europe to Heat-Proof Hospitals Amid Deadly Heatwave

The World Health Organization issues new guidance to help European countries prepare health systems for rising temperatures and prevent heat-related deaths.

UN News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:42 PM

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Court Dismisses Trump Media’s Defamation Lawsuit Against Washington Post Over Loan Referral Fee Claims

A defamation lawsuit filed by Trump Media Technology Group against the Washington Post was thrown out due to insufficient evidence of actual malice, despite the Post’s admission of inaccuracies in a 2023 article.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 7:38 PM

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US Tightens Visa Duration Limits for Foreign Students and Journalists

New rules finalized by the Trump administration restrict student visas to four years and limit foreign journalists’ stays to 240 days, with shorter terms for Chinese journalists.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:06 PM

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White House Teleprompter Operator Investigated for $100K Bets on Trump Speeches

Gabriel Perez, a White House teleprompter operator, is accused of using insider knowledge to place nearly $100,000 in bets on President Donald Trump's speech content via prediction market platform Kalshi.

BBC World | Jul 16, 2026, 7:02 PM

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Social Security Faces 22% Benefit Cut as Trust Fund Nears Depletion

With Social Security’s retirement trust fund expected to run dry by early 2033, a 22 percent cut in benefits looms for all recipients, raising urgent questions for the incoming Senate.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 6:34 PM

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UN Member States Commit to Closing $4 Trillion Development Financing Gap Amid Aid Decline

At the conclusion of the 2026 High-Level Political Forum, countries pledged reforms to boost Sustainable Development Goal funding despite a significant drop in official development assistance.

UN News | Jul 16, 2026, 6:30 PM

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Rare Protests Erupt in Kyiv Following Dismissal of Defence Minister

Citizens in central Kyiv took to the streets on July 16, 2026, expressing dissent over President Zelenskyy’s decision to remove the defence minister from office.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 5:37 PM

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Mitch McConnell’s Hospitalization Raises Questions About Senate Replacement Process

The prolonged absence of US Senator Mitch McConnell due to health issues prompts discussions on temporary replacement and special election procedures in Kentucky.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 3:47 PM

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

Hunter Biden wins $1.7 million in defamation lawsuit over 2023 comments made by Patrick Byrne, former CEO of Overstock.com.

NBC Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 3:40 PM

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Short Sellers Gain $8.7 Billion as SpaceX Shares Fall to IPO Price

SpaceX shares have experienced volatility since their IPO, enabling short sellers to accumulate significant paper profits amid a dip below the initial offering price.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 3:36 PM

White House Suspends Trump’s Teleprompter Operator Over Speech Betting Allegations

Gabriel Perez, who has operated President Donald Trump’s teleprompter since 2016, is under investigation for allegedly using insider knowledge to win over $100,000 betting on the president’s speeches via the Kalshi prediction market.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 3:32 PM

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DHS Declares ‘All-Out War’ on Immigration Scammers Amid Doubling of Fraud Complaints

The Department of Homeland Security intensifies efforts to combat a surge in immigration-related scams that have defrauded victims of over $94 million in the past five years.

ProPublica | Jul 16, 2026, 3:16 PM

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Government Counsel Blames Deceitful Firms for Deadly Tai Po Blaze

Jenkin Suen SC attributes the Wang Fuk Court fire primarily to contractors’ misconduct, highlighting systemic regulatory challenges but cautioning against overemphasizing government failures.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 2:48 PM

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President Trump Fires Seattle U.S. Attorney Roger Rogoff Shortly After Court Appointment

Roger Rogoff was appointed by federal judges as U.S. attorney for the Western District of Washington but was dismissed by President Trump amid disputes over the appointment process.

CBS Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 2:41 PM

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Jimmy Fallon Jokes About Joe Biden’s Upcoming Memoir, Mentions Kamala Harris Writing the End

Late-night host Jimmy Fallon poked fun at former President Joe Biden’s upcoming memoir on The Tonight Show, while a former Democratic fundraiser criticized Biden’s decision to run for re-election.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 2:29 PM

Trump Fires Newly Appointed US Attorney in Seattle Less Than an Hour After Swearing-In

Roger Rogoff was appointed by federal judges as US attorney for Seattle but was removed by President Donald Trump shortly after taking office, underscoring tensions between the judiciary and the administration.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 2:02 PM