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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Kill Eight at Russian Wildberries Warehouses

Drone attacks targeted major Russian online retailer's warehouses in Tambov and Moscow regions, causing multiple casualties and damage.

Jul 18, 2026, 12:37 PM Al Jazeera

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Democrats' $25 Minimum Wage Bill Faces Criticism Over Tip Credit Elimination

The proposed federal minimum wage increase to $25 per hour includes a controversial provision to eliminate the tip credit for restaurant workers, raising concerns about its impact on the hospitality industry.

Reason | Jul 18, 2026, 12:01 PM

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8 Killed and Over 60 Wounded in Ukrainian Drone Attack on Russian Regions

Kyiv continues its aerial campaign targeting energy and military infrastructure inside Russia to weaken Moscow's war capabilities.

NPR News | Jul 18, 2026, 11:43 AM

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FIFA's Pricing Strategy Pays Off as Fans Embrace Costly 2026 World Cup

Despite sky-high ticket prices and initial concerns over attendance, FIFA's dynamic pricing and demand management led to near sell-outs across matches in the United States-hosted 2026 World Cup.

CNA Latest News | Jul 18, 2026, 11:29 AM

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Wildfire Smoke from Canada Affects Over a Dozen U.S. States Amid Severe Storm Risks

More than 900 wildfires in Canada are sending dense smoke across the U.S., impacting air quality from the Upper Midwest to the Mid-Atlantic, while severe storm warnings have been issued in several regions.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 18, 2026, 11:26 AM

Thousands Across US Protest ICE Violence, Voter Suppression, and Datacenter Projects

Mass demonstrations on July 18th focus on Immigration and Customs Enforcement violence, voting rights, and opposition to datacenter construction ahead of midterm elections.

Guardian US | Jul 18, 2026, 10:38 AM

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House Republicans Target Democratic Party Divisions in Key New York Midterm Races

Republicans in suburban New York highlight internal Democratic conflicts and left-wing victories as they fight to maintain a narrow House majority in the 2026 midterms.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 10:28 AM

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Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Surpasses 5,000 as IMF Releases $346 Million for Recovery

Twin earthquakes in Venezuela’s La Guaira region killed over 5,000 people in June, prompting the release of IMF funds to aid reconstruction efforts.

France 24 English | Jul 18, 2026, 10:11 AM

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SEAB Finds No Discrepancy in O-Level English Oral Exam Questions

Investigations confirm candidates and examiners viewed the same questions during the July 15 GCE O-Level English oral examination.

CNA Latest News | Jul 18, 2026, 9:56 AM

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Massive Homeless Encampment on Manhattan’s West Side Sparks Criticism of Mayor Mamdani

A 12-block homeless camp along Manhattan’s West Side has drawn criticism from residents, workers, and tourists who say the city’s response under Mayor Zohran Mamdani is insufficient.

Washington Times News | Jul 18, 2026, 9:37 AM

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Trump Administration Claims Over 250,000 Non-Citizens Registered to Vote in Four States

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin alleges a large number of non-citizens are registered voters in California, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Nevada, but experts warn of possible overcounting.

CBS Politics | Jul 18, 2026, 7:38 AM

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US Launches Seventh Night of Airstrikes on Iran Amid Tehran’s Threat of Full-Scale Offensive

Tensions escalate as US airstrikes target Iranian infrastructure and Tehran retaliates with attacks on US military sites in the Gulf.

France 24 English | Jul 18, 2026, 6:51 AM

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Australian Researchers Develop Artificial Placenta to Aid Premature Babies

A team at Perth's Women and Infants Research Foundation is creating an artificial placenta to support extremely premature infants, potentially extending their development by weeks in womb-like conditions.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 6:37 AM

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Ukrainian Drone Attack Kills Seven at Moscow Logistics Centre Amid Large-Scale Drone Wave

A Ukrainian drone strike on a Wildberries logistics centre in western Russia killed seven night-shift workers and wounded 24, as over 370 drones targeted the Moscow region with most intercepted by air defenses.

France 24 English | Jul 18, 2026, 6:25 AM

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Canadian Wildfire Smoke Affects Over 100 Million in US Ahead of World Cup Final

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is spreading across major US regions, raising health concerns just days before the 2026 World Cup final.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 6:04 AM

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Smoke from Canadian Wildfires Causes Unhealthy Air Across U.S. Cities

Hundreds of wildfires in Canada have produced smoke affecting over 100 million Americans in more than a dozen states, prompting health warnings and mask distributions.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 18, 2026, 5:54 AM

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Iran Renewed Attacks on Gulf States Following Continued US Strikes

Tensions escalate as Iran and the US target military sites and shipping traffic in the Gulf, raising fears of all-out conflict.

CNA Latest News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:43 AM

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IOM Warns of El Niño Threat to Displaced Families in Venezuela After Earthquakes

Thousands remain displaced three weeks after twin earthquakes in Venezuela, with a strong El Niño climate pattern potentially worsening humanitarian conditions, the International Organization for Migration says.

UN News | Jul 18, 2026, 4:28 AM

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Israeli Army Destroys Three Schools in Southern Lebanon, Minister Says

At least 20 schools have been completely destroyed in southern Lebanon amid ongoing conflict, with hundreds more damaged and half a million children out of school.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 3:59 AM

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Caitlin Clark Sets WNBA Record Amid Ongoing Controversy

Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark made history with a 45-point, 10-assist game against the Seattle Storm, while tensions continue over her treatment and league leadership's response.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 3:57 AM

Memphis Rallies Support Progressive Democrat Justin Pearson Amid Controversy

Over a thousand people gathered in Memphis to back Democratic state representative Justin Pearson’s congressional bid following four fatal shootings by the Memphis Safe Task Force.

Guardian US | Jul 18, 2026, 3:34 AM

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Iranian Attacks on Jordanian Bases Injure Several U.S. Troops Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict

Iranian missile and drone strikes on military bases in Jordan this week reportedly injured multiple U.S. service members, as tensions rise following failed peace talks and renewed U.S. strikes on Iranian targets.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 3:29 AM

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Taco Bell Lettuce Linked to Cyclospora Outbreak Across Multiple US States

US health officials have traced a widespread outbreak of the diarrhoea-causing parasite cyclospora to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants in five states, with a supplier in Mexico identified as the likely source.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 3:08 AM

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Federal Appeals Court Strikes Down New Jersey AR-15 Ban in Landmark Second Amendment Ruling

The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals invalidated New Jersey's ban on semiautomatic rifles and large-capacity magazines, a decision hailed as historic by the NRA.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 2:46 AM