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Senior Chinese Official Wang Huning Holds Talks with North Korean Leaders in Pyongyang

Following President Xi Jinping’s historic visit to North Korea in June, China’s Wang Huning met with top North Korean officials to reinforce bilateral agreements.

Jul 16, 2026, 5:04 AM Al Jazeera

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Former US Ambassador Says Iran Miscalculated Trump’s Resolve Amid Heaviest Strikes Since MOU

Nightly strikes between the US and Iran have intensified following the Memorandum of Understanding signed a month ago, with a former US ambassador highlighting Tehran's misjudgment of former President Trump's stance.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 5:02 AM

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Australian Businessman Matthew Radalj Calls for Stronger Government Support After Prolonged Detention in China

Matthew Radalj, detained in China for nearly five years, criticizes limited consular support and urges Australia to adopt a more strategic approach for citizens unjustly held overseas.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 4:48 AM

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Coalition Calls for End to Old-Growth Logging in Tasmania Amid Environmental Group Reservations

The Forest Congress, a coalition including conservationists, artists, and forest industry figures, advocates for halting old-growth logging in Tasmania, while major environmental groups criticize the initiative for insufficient scope.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 4:46 AM

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Asia Accelerates AI Agent Adoption Amid Rising Cybersecurity Concerns

While AI agents offer automation benefits, experts warn of emerging security risks including AI-driven ransomware attacks.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 4:44 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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Survey Finds China and Xi More Favored Than U.S. and Trump in Many Countries

Improved views of China and declining perceptions of the United States drive a global shift in favorability, according to a recent survey.

NPR News | Jul 16, 2026, 4:03 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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Pet-Friendly Dining in Hong Kong Sparks Complaints and Calls for Stricter Licensing

Since launching a pet-friendly dining scheme, Hong Kong has faced public criticism and regulatory scrutiny, prompting calls for tougher vetting of restaurant licenses.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 3:55 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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Iran Releases Wrongfully Detained American Citizen, Says Trump

US President Donald Trump announced the release of a US-Iranian citizen held in Iran since December 2024, calling it a gesture of goodwill amid ongoing tensions.

France 24 English | Jul 16, 2026, 3:11 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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Mainland China Funds Boost Stakes in Hong Kong Biotech Amid Licensing Deal Surge

Mainland Chinese institutional investors are increasing their holdings in Hong Kong-listed biotechnology firms, attracted by favorable valuations and a rise in cross-border licensing agreements.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 3:07 AM

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Iranian Doctor Reports US Strike Damaged Children’s Cancer Hospital

Following several days of US strikes on southern and western Iranian cities, damage assessments reveal harm to critical infrastructure including a children’s cancer hospital.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 2:48 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 Launches Strikes on Gulf Amid Iranian FM Araghchi’s Visit to Qatar

While Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi visits Qatar to honor the late Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin al Thani, Iran conducts strikes in the Gulf region.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 2:44 AM

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Global Poll Shows More Favorable Views of China and Xi Jinping Compared to US and Donald Trump

A Pew Research Center poll reveals that in 25 of 36 surveyed countries, including Canada and Mexico, China is viewed more favorably than the United States, with Chinese leader Xi Jinping also receiving higher favorability than former US President Donald Trump in 22 countries.

France 24 English | Jul 16, 2026, 2:20 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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French PM Lecornu’s Visit Marks Strategic Reset in France-Morocco Relations

The visit underscores the evolving diplomatic rapprochement between Paris and Rabat into a broader strategic partnership.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 2:16 AM

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Gold Coast Destroys Over 30,000 Fire Ant Nests Amid Ongoing Eradication Efforts

Despite significant progress in reducing fire ant nests, local officials express cautious optimism about fully eradicating the invasive species.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 2:15 AM

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Philippines’ Iconic Jeepneys Face Challenges Amid Rising Diesel Prices and Push for Electrification

Rising diesel costs driven by Gulf tensions are straining the Philippines’ public transport sector, complicating the transition from traditional diesel jeepneys to electric models.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 2:14 AM

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Singapore Residents to Spend S$1 Billion More Annually in Johor Bahru After RTS Link Opens: Study

The Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link, set to open in January 2027, is expected to increase cross-border consumer spending and travel, impacting retail and food and beverage sectors in both cities.

CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 2:13 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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Trump Administration Replaces Philadelphia Slavery Memorial Panels

Panels at Philadelphia's President's House memorial, which highlighted enslaved people under George Washington, were replaced under a 2025 executive order, sparking criticism over a softened historical narrative.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 1:30 AM