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Trump limits length of visas for students, exchange visitors, journalists

New rule ends open-ended stays and requires extensions after fixed visa periods for students and foreign media.

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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How can Argentina beat favourites Spain to win back-to-back World Cups?

Despite Lionel Messi's presence, Argentina enter the 2026 final as underdogs to Spain and their starlet Lamine Yamal.

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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Vance says Israeli campaign tried to sway US opinion against Iran diplomacy

The US vice-president also said he faced 'vicious' personal attacks over his diplomatic outreach to end war.

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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Israeli attacks kill at least five Palestinians in Gaza despite ‘ceasefire’

Attacks continue in violation of the October agreement with more than 1,100 Palestinians killed since then.

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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Hamas leadership run-off expected between Meshaal and al-Hayya

Israeli assassinations of several key leaders force Hamas to find new head, a process expected to be completed next week

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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Air defences intercept drones over Erbil, Iraq

Verified eyewitness video captures multiple aerial interceptions over Erbil, Iraq

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over World Cup Falklands banner

The United Kingdom and Argentina fought a brief war over the British Overseas Territory in 1982.

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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What happens if Mitch McConnell is unable to finish his US Senate term?

The longtime party leader's absence from the Senate is likely to have repercussions for the Republican agenda.

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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Data breach reportedly targets India’s Kudankulam nuclear power plant

Purported blueprints of parts of India's largest plant exposed by World Leaks ransomware group, Reuters reports.

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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Has Bali’s Melukat ritual turned into a commodified religious ceremony?

With the world in chaos, many travellers are seeking healing experiences during the summer holidays.

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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World Cup: Why is there a third-place playoff between France and England?

When was it introduced, does it have an impact on the Golden Boot race and what do the managers think?

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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How World Cup football jerseys became political fashion in Latin America

In both Brazil and Colombia, far-right political movements have coopted the national football team's jersey. But why?

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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Epstein linked to Israeli ‘deep state’, US intel, says Vance: What we know

In podcast interview, Vance also acknowledges Trump administration 'screwed up' on communications around Epstein files.

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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US or Iran — Who needs a new truce deal more?

Both sides face pressure points that could make a protracted war painful.

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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Sudanese minister says war has ‘profoundly reshaped’ nation’s demographics

Sudan faces a population shift as conflict empties areas, burdens cities, and disrupts economic and social stability.

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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Hong Kong official warns booksellers on security risks after raids

The police operation marks the third round of arrests targeting independent bookstores in four months.

NPR News · 16 Jul 2026
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Key moments from JD Vance sit down with Joe Rogan

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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‘Falklands are Argentinian’: Celebrations over England win revive old wounds

The Falkland Islands have been at the heart of a long-running dispute between the United Kingdom and Argentina.

Al Jazeera · 16 Jul 2026
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