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EU Court Upholds Spanish Amnesty Law for Catalonia Independence Leaders

The European Union’s top court ruled that Spain’s 2024 amnesty law for Catalan separatists complies with EU law, supporting efforts to ease political tensions.

Jul 16, 2026, 12:48 PM Al Jazeera

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Palantir CTO Highlights Shift Toward National Interest Among Tech Innovators Since Trump’s Return

Palantir CTO Shyam Sankar discusses a growing focus on building technology for America’s benefit, emphasizing AI’s role in economic growth and labor mobilization.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 12:43 PM

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Zelenskyy Fires Ukraine's Defense Minister Known for Drone Innovations

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed the popular defense minister credited with advancing battlefield technology against Russia.

NPR News | Jul 16, 2026, 12:08 PM

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Germany's Bundesrat Approves Bill to Criminalize Denial of Israel's Right to Exist

Germany's upper parliamentary chamber has passed a bill aiming to ban public denial of Israel's right to exist, citing rising antisemitism since 2023. The legislation now awaits approval by the Bundestag.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 12:07 PM

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Four Greek MPs Charged in Multimillion Euro EU Farm Fraud Investigation

The European Public Prosecutor’s Office indicted 22 individuals, including four sitting Greek parliament members, over alleged fraudulent claims of EU farm subsidies.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 12:04 PM

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Snowflake Unveils $448 Million CEO Pay Plan Linked to Ambitious Stock Targets

Snowflake's new compensation package for CEO Sridhar Ramaswamy is tied to the company nearly doubling its market value within seven years.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 12:03 PM

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Canadian Woman Accused of Slapping Girl Over Trump Clothing in U.S. Incident

A Canadian woman faces accusations after allegedly slapping a girl over Trump and ICE clothing, amid other notable U.S. news including Florida school principals jailed and ongoing testimonies.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 11:30 AM

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Hundreds Protest in Kyiv Over Dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov

Protesters in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities demand President Zelenskyy reverse his decision amid concerns over defence leadership unity.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 11:27 AM

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Disturbance at Perth’s Casuarina Prison Injures Officer and Causes Extensive Damage

A major incident involving about seven prisoners at Western Australia’s maximum-security Casuarina Prison resulted in significant damage and an injured prison officer.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 11:23 AM

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Wildfire Smoke from Canada Triggers Air Quality Alerts in 17 U.S. States

Detroit and Minneapolis face some of the worst air quality worldwide as smoke from over 180 Canadian wildfires spreads across the U.S.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 16, 2026, 11:11 AM

politics

GOP Leaders Under Pressure to Advance $95 Billion Reconciliation Package

House Republican leaders face internal and time constraints as they push to move a $95 billion reconciliation 3.0 framework through the Budget Committee.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 11:06 AM

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Trump AG Nominee Todd Blanche Faces Uncertain Confirmation as GOP Senators Withhold Support

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche undergoes intense Senate Judiciary Committee scrutiny amid unresolved questions over DOJ independence and a controversial anti-weaponization fund.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 10:58 AM

business

Japan's Inpex Breaks Ground on $21 Billion LNG Project in Indonesia

The new liquefied natural gas facility in eastern Indonesia is set to become one of Asia's largest, enhancing energy security in the Indo-Pacific region.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 10:51 AM

business

AI-Powered Humanoid Robots Poised to Transform ASEAN Manufacturing

Senior AI industry executive highlights ASEAN's readiness to integrate AI humanoid robots in manufacturing and logistics sectors.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 10:50 AM

US Attacks Oil Tanker Near Kharg Island Amid Escalating Iran Conflict; Tehran Releases US Citizen

The US renewed its blockade on Iranian ports by disabling an oil tanker near Kharg Island, while Iran faced strikes including on Tehran. Meanwhile, Iran released a detained US citizen and immigration enforcement deaths prompt international scrutiny.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 10:48 AM

Donald Trump to Meet Darline Graham at White House Amid Election Speech Plans

Darline Graham appointed to Senate seat after brother Lindsey Graham's death; Trump to deliver primetime speech on election security and US Mint releases commemorative coin.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 10:42 AM

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Morocco Faces Allegations of Spying on French Officials Ahead of PM Sébastien Lecornu’s Visit

An investigation reveals Morocco used Israeli spyware to monitor French ministers, including Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, as he prepares to visit Rabat to bolster bilateral ties.

France 24 English | Jul 16, 2026, 10:24 AM

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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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Thailand Considers Suspending Nearly 6,000 Officials Amid Exam Fraud Investigation

Authorities in Thailand are investigating a large-scale exam fraud involving bribery and electronic alteration of results, with thousands of civil servants facing potential suspension.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 9:32 AM

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Woodside Seeks Identities of Activists Behind Perth Stink-Bomb Protest

Woodside Energy has initiated legal action to compel climate activists to reveal planners of a stink-bomb protest that evacuated its Perth headquarters in 2023.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 9:29 AM

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Trump to Deliver Primetime Speech on 2020 Election Allegations

President Donald Trump plans a primetime address to discuss claims related to the 2020 election, despite no evidence of widespread voter fraud found by officials.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 16, 2026, 9:28 AM

world

US Military Strikes Iranian Targets Near Tehran and Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions

US Central Command targets military sites and disables oil tanker near Iran’s Kharg Island, while Iran reports downing a US drone and vows to defend its territory.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 9:08 AM

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South Korea Tightens Rules on Single-Stock Leveraged ETFs to Curb Market Volatility

The Financial Services Commission raises investment thresholds and mandates risk education amid concerns over volatility linked to ETFs tied to major chipmakers.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 8:51 AM

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Israel Confirms Troop Presence in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza Security Zones

Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz assures US Pentagon chief of continued Israeli military presence in key border security zones despite US calls for withdrawal.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 8:42 AM