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Rubio convenes countries on left-wing political violence

Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday convened leaders from more than 60 countries to take part in the Trump administration's latest effort to quell what it calls "left wing" political terrorism.

NPR News · 17 Jul 2026
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Japan revises law on royals, keeps blocking women from throne

A popular princess drives support for having a female Japanese Emperor. But the country's first female prime minister opposes it.

NPR News · 17 Jul 2026
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Japan revises law to ensure supply of (male) heirs to the imperial throne

A popular princess drives support for having a female Japanese Emperor. But the country's first female prime minister opposes it.

NPR News · 17 Jul 2026
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China’s Xi says AI ‘should not be a solo performance by a single country’

The Chinese leader called for more international cooperation in developing the technology at a conference in Shanghai.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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Texas floods ravage through southwestern areas of state

At least 2 people are dead, and over 200 were rescued in catastrophic floods in the Texas Hill Country region.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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Key takeaways from Donald Trump’s controversial speech on election security

The president claimed China and 'deep state' actors had deceived US voters, but critics say his claims were misleading.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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US bombards Iran in sixth-straight night of attacks

The US has made good on threats to bomb civilian infrastructure in Iran in its sixth-straight night of attacks.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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Israeli settlers attack Sinjil town in occupied West Bank

Clashes erupted after Israeli settlers attacked the outskirts of the occupied West Bank town of Sinjil.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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China rebukes UK over nationalisation of British Steel

The UK has appropriated its last working steelworks following fears its former Chinese owners would shut it down.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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Which players are favourites to be FIFA World Cup 2026 award winners?

Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe are among the biggest stars expected to walk away with at least one individual award.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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Iranian sources say US strikes hit civilian infrastructure

Iranian social media accounts, and local sources allege that US strikes caused casualties and hit infrastructure.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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IEA chief warns Strait of Hormuz crisis threatens global energy security

Fatih Birol says 'oil security is still a critical issue' and world should be 'worried' if situation does not improve.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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Goa’s forgotten orchata drink lives on in family kitchens

Once reserved for elite Catholic households, this almond drink survives thanks to Goans preserving tradition.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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How three Ivorian firms are competing with global brands

Homegrown firms are gaining ground in Ivory Coast's fuel, finance and cosmetics sectors.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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‘Trump Accounts’ are symbolic, not effective at closing wealth gap

The wealth gap is wider than it’s been in three decades.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meets with top Chinese official

The meeting comes after Xi visited Kim, promising closer diplomatic, law enforcement and military cooperation.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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Falling debris from intercepted Iranian strikes sparks fires in Kuwait

Moment a projectile struck a border area between Kuwait and Iraq, sparking a fire and sending thick smoke into the sky.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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Brazilian football legend Pele’s World Cup shirt sells for $4.9m

The sale is a record for the Brazilian footballing great, but far from the most expensive piece of sporting memorabilia.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul 2026
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