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ICE kills 26-year-old in Maine: What happened, and who else has ICE killed?

More than 60 people have died in ICE shootings or while in detention since Donald Trump returned to power.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul 2026
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Emir of Qatar receives condolences on the death of the Father Emir

Condolences from several government leaders, who expressed their sincere sympathy to Qatar, its leadership and people.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul 2026
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FIFA World Cup brackets: Semifinal schedule, France vs Spain prediction

France face Spain in the first World Cup semifinal, as Argentina prepare to renew their rivalry with England.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul 2026
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Morning news brief

Trump says the U.S. will collect tolls and impose blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, man killed by federal agents in Maine, states sue to stop Paramount-Warner Bros merger.

NPR News · 14 Jul 2026
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Platner's voters are reeling as Maine Democratic Party races to choose his replacement

Graham Platner generated enthusiasm in Maine with his progressive policies. Now he's out of the race, and his supporters have to decide what's next, as Maine Democrats prepare to choose a nominee.

NPR News · 14 Jul 2026
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Trump's National Guard deployment in D.C. has been extended until 2029

President Trump's deployment of the National Guard to Washington, D.C. has been extended several times. Now, it's set to last until Inauguration Day 2029.

NPR News · 14 Jul 2026
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Some states will ask voters to make it harder to pass constitutional amendments

Several states have ballot measures this year that could raise the thresholds needed to pass state constitutional amendments. Many advocates are critical of such limits on direct democracy.

NPR News · 14 Jul 2026
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US bombs Iran again, Tehran strikes Gulf, tankers: What’s the latest?

While Trump has threatened to hit targets in Iran including Pickaxe Mountain, he has said a deal is possible.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul 2026
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Photos: Wildfires ravage historic forest near Paris

Wildfires near Paris scorch 1,300 hectares as France endures its third heatwave in three months.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul 2026
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‘Country grows, we grow too’: 1 million migrants seek legal status in Spain

The government expected half a million people to apply, but nearly double that number came forward.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul 2026
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US military releases video of its latest strikes on Iran

US Central Command has released video showing its latest wave of attacks reportedly hitting Iran's mainland and islands.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul 2026
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Your cheat sheet to the teams headed to the World Cup semi-finals

We're at the final stretch of the World Cup. It feels like just yesterday, international fans were arriving in the U.S. and marveling at Buc-ee's and unlimited free soda.

NPR News · 14 Jul 2026
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Watch FIFA World Cup: Mbappe vs Yamal headlines Spain-France semifinal

Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul 2026
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Who will win the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Here’s what AI predicts

Al Jazeera put nine leading AI models to the test to predict the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup champion.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul 2026
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Bangkok fire death toll rises to 30, as police probe possible negligence

Thailand authorities say that 24 people remain in critical condition in hospital after the blaze at a pub.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul 2026
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Death toll from a Bangkok music bar fire rises to 30, dozens remain in hospital

More than 70 people were injured, with 24 of them still in critical condition, according to a statement by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration.

NPR News · 14 Jul 2026
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With US-Iran trust broken again, can Pakistan bring them back to talks?

Islamabad is still urging dialogue, but analysts say it has few tools to halt the latest round of US-Iran escalation.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul 2026
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Why is India blocking film on a man who counted Punjab insurgency killings?

Satluj, based on life and murder of rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, is still finding its audience despite the ban.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul 2026
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