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No Clear Favorite Emerges in GOP Senate Race to Succeed Lindsey Graham in South Carolina

A recent poll shows a competitive GOP primary field following the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, who was seeking a fifth term.

Jul 16, 2026, 10:25 AM The Hill

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US Vice President JD Vance Claims Jeffrey Epstein Had Ties to Israeli Intelligence

In a recent interview, Vance suggested Epstein was connected to high-level Israeli intelligence, sparking renewed scrutiny of Epstein's alleged international links.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 9:05 AM

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Malaysia’s US$47.7 Million Investment in Indonesian Agritech Start-Up eFishery Revealed as Fraud

Malaysia’s Retirement Fund Incorporated (KWAP) confirmed its investment in eFishery was part of an orchestrated fraud despite thorough due diligence and governance processes.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 7:53 AM

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Singaporean Traveller Left Stranded at Malaysian Rest Stop After Coach to Kuala Lumpur Leaves Without Him

A Singaporean passenger was left behind during a toilet break on an overnight coach journey to Kuala Lumpur, highlighting concerns over the coach operator's handling of the incident.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:14 AM

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Hongkonger Dies in New Zealand Car Crash, Third Fatality This Year

A Hongkonger was killed in a serious traffic accident on Crown Range Road near Queenstown, New Zealand, marking the second fatal crash involving city residents in the country this year.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 7:09 AM

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Cyclist Bitten by Eastern Brown Snake Caught in Bike Chain on Northern NSW Rail Trail

A woman in her 60s was bitten by a two-metre eastern brown snake that became entangled in her bike chain while riding near Burringbar, NSW. She was treated and released from hospital the next day.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 3:16 AM

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Royal Commission Hears ANU Student Asked for Gaza Death Certificates to Get Exam Extension

A grieving student at Australian National University was reportedly asked to provide death certificates of relatives killed in Gaza to obtain an exam extension, a supervisor's response criticized at the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 3:09 AM

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Kyiv Hit by Russian Missile Strikes Hours After EU-Ukraine Drone Deal Announcement

Russian ballistic missiles struck multiple districts in Kyiv on 16 July 2026, killing two and injuring five, including a child, shortly after a new EU-Ukraine drone cooperation deal was announced.

Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 2:47 AM

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Iran Releases American Woman Detained Since 2024, Trump Calls It a Gesture of Goodwill

Iran has freed Iranian-American Dena Karari, who was held on espionage charges linked to her humanitarian work, according to President Donald Trump and her attorney.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 2:12 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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Tuchel Defends Tactics After Argentina Eliminates England from World Cup

England’s late lead in the 2026 World Cup semifinals was overturned by Argentina, with coach Thomas Tuchel making defensive substitutions in a bid to hold on.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 12:31 AM

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Bloodhound K-9 Unit Ends 10-Hour Georgia Manhunt with Arrest of Suspect Accused of Shooting Woman

Darian Berry Sr., a convicted felon, was apprehended in Butts County after a bloodhound tracked him following a domestic shooting incident in Flovilla.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 11:56 PM

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Argentina Overcomes England’s Lead to Win 2-1 in World Cup Semi-Final

England’s early lead in the World Cup semi-final was overturned by Argentina’s comeback, highlighting challenges in defending a lead and tactical decisions by England’s manager.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 11:04 PM

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Ex-US Federal Reserve Adviser Sentenced to Over Three Years for Lying in China Secrets Case

John Harold Rogers was convicted of making false statements about sharing confidential monetary policy information with Chinese intelligence operatives.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 11:00 PM

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Retired Math Professor Charged in Shooting Death of Wife, an Airline Meteorologist

Leland Jameson faces second-degree murder and firearm charges after his wife, Chisen Jameson, was found shot at their home in Fair Oaks, Virginia.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 9:44 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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Ugandan Opposition Leader Kizza Besigye Rejects Court-Appointed Lawyers in Treason Trial

Kizza Besigye refuses state-approved lawyers after his chosen legal team was arrested or barred, delaying his treason trial in Kampala.

Africanews | Jul 15, 2026, 7:41 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

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Conor McGregor Promises UFC Return After Knee Injury Ends Comeback Fight Early

Conor McGregor's UFC return was cut short by a knee injury just 69 seconds into his fight with Max Holloway, but the fighter vowed to come back despite the setback.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 5:14 PM

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Louisiana Chili's Worker Fired Amid Pronoun Dispute, Restaurant Cites Harassment

Wesley Kirk Ford Jr. claims he was terminated for refusing to use a coworker's preferred pronouns, while Chili's says the firing was due to repeated harassment.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 5:14 PM

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Head of Fake Nigerian Government Agency Arrested After Weeks on the Run

Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, who led a bogus agency operating from Nigeria's presidency office, was detained following a court-issued warrant.

Africanews | Jul 15, 2026, 3:34 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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Canadian Woman in ICE Custody After Allegedly Slapping Teen Wearing Trump and ICE Clothing in New Jersey

Kaitlyn Tracey, 33, was charged with assault and child endangerment following an incident on the Point Pleasant Beach boardwalk during the Fourth of July weekend.

Washington Times News | Jul 15, 2026, 3:19 PM

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Rep. Ro Khanna Declines to Justify Hamas Attack on Israel During October 7 Incident

California Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna was questioned by left-wing journalist Jeremy Scahill about the justification of Palestinians killing Israeli soldiers during the October 7 Hamas attack but refused to endorse the attacks.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 2:23 PM