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The Guardian - World News

2026-07-16 02:00:15 (1 week ago)

Emergencies on planet Earth: images from the climate crisis – in pictures

From fierce flooding and escaped pigs to birds that can’t fly due to the weight of plastic in their stomachs, mankind’s biggest challenges are on stark display at Summit Photo 2026

France 24 - World News

2026-07-16 01:55:27 (1 week ago)

🔴 Middle East live: Iran says it targeted US military sites in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain

South China Morning Post - World News

2026-07-16 01:54:50 (1 week ago)

Rubio says 25% US tariffs on some Brazilian goods price for Lula’s ‘ego’

The US will begin charging 25 per cent tariff on imports of certain goods from Brazil following an investigation alleging that the country engaged in unfair trade practices. The year-long inquiry “found a number of Brazil’s practices to be unreasonable and discriminatory, restricting the competitive position of American farmers, workers, innovators, and exporters,” the Office of the US Trade Representative said in a social media post late on Wednesday night. Imports of coffee, beef, and certain...

Times of India

2026-07-16 01:45:49 (1 week ago)

Meet Marvin Minsky: MIT professor who predicted today's Anthropic-style multi-agent AI nearly 40 years ago and became the founding father of artificial intelligence

Times of India

2026-07-16 01:38:57 (1 week ago)

At least 500 Rohingya feared dead after two boats capsize in Bay of Bengal

Two boats carrying Rohingya people capsized in the Bay of Bengal. At least 500 individuals are feared dead after these tragic incidents. The boats departed from Myanmar's Rakhine state and Bangladesh refugee camps. These perilous sea crossings occur during the dangerous monsoon season. The international community is urged to increase support for Rohingya refugees.

Washington Post - World News

2026-07-16 01:34:27 (1 week ago)

Europe’s cocaine highway leads to military-style crackdowns

A call-to-action memo urges European nations to adopt “engine-disabling tactics and shooting.” But the proposals stop well short of the missile strikes on alleged smuggling vessels adopted by the Trump administration.

The Guardian - World News

2026-07-16 01:30:14 (1 week ago)

From Cambridge ‘impostor’ to New Labour star: Andy Burnham’s winding path to power

In the first of a two-part profile, Daniel Boffey traces the incoming PM’s early forays into politics and his rise to prominence – ultimately leading to him leaving London for Manchester

Andy Burnham had emerged victorious, but niggling doubts remained about his mandate. It was the summer of 1987 and the 17-year-old had represented Labour in a school hustings as Margaret Thatcher and Neil Kinnock were battling it out in that year’s general election.

“Andy was standing against another guy, a really nice guy who was the Conservative candidate,” said Steve Harrington, a former English teacher at St Aelred’s Catholic high school, in Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside. “Andy gave a speech, which was excellent, then the other guy came on to make his speech and Andy’s fans – unbeknown to Andy – snatched the plug out of the microphone. So they couldn’t hear what he was saying. Andy won by a landslide. Having said that, he probably would have anyway, as it was a heavily Labour area … But he was innocent, he hadn’t been involved in [the prank] and wouldn’t have been.”

ABC News - International News

2026-07-16 01:28:14 (1 week ago)

UN agencies fear over 500 people died, including Rohingya refugees, after reports of boats capsizing in recent weeks

UN agencies fear over 500 people died, including Rohingya refugees, after reports of boats capsizing in recent weeks

New York Times - World News

2026-07-16 01:24:49 (1 week ago)

India Is Moving Fast to Build A.I. Data Centers. A Coastal City May Pay the Price.

With India lagging in the technology, officials are embracing giant data centers. But critics say the megaprojects will use up energy and water, without providing long-term jobs.

BBC News - Entertainment & Arts

2026-07-16 01:19:49 (1 week ago)

One man's mission to stop pirates stealing magic

Andi Gladwin's hunt for the thieves stealing his tricks has been turned into a major documentary.

Times of Israel - World News

2026-07-16 01:15:40 (1 week ago)

Likud MK announces resignation, says party has been ‘hijacked’ by Haredi interests

Dan Illouz says his party's efforts to enshrine draft exemption are a 'disgrace that made it clear to me that my place is no longer in the Likud'

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France 24 - World News

2026-07-16 01:12:43 (1 week ago)

Title holders Argentina seal dramatic spot in World Cup Final

With his voice still shaking after Argentina’s stunning comeback against England, Albiceleste striker Lautaro Martinez described his side's journey as "incredible." The reigning World Cup champions will now look to defend their crown against Spain on Sunday night. It sets up a mouthwatering clash between the timeless Lionel Messi and Spain's sensational prodigy Lamine Yamal, as Argentina chase a historic fourth star for their jersey.