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Israel Warns France of Iranian Threats at Paris Olympics
Israel has warned France of potential threats from Iran-backed groups against Israeli athletes and tourists during the Paris Olympic Games. In response, France has deployed 18,000 troops and police to secure the event, with Israeli athle...
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OpenAI Launches AI-Powered SearchGPT to Compete with Google
OpenAI announced the development of SearchGPT, an AI-powered search engine intended to challenge Google's market-leading search capabilities. The prototype combines advanced AI models with web information to provide quick, relevant answe...
EU Approves €4.2 Billion Payment to Kiev
The European Council has approved the first four point two billion euro payment of the fifty billion euro Ukraine Facility, aimed at supporting Ukraine through 2027. The program provides financial aid for Ukraine’s recovery and is contin...
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Olaf Scholz to Run for German Chancellor Again in 2025
Germany’s Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced his candidacy for the 2025 chancellor election. Despite the Social Democratic Party's poor results in recent elections, Scholz remains confident in his party's unity and determination to win. In...
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Ukrainian FM Open to Peace Talks with Russia, China Reports
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmitry Kuleba has announced that Kiev is ready to hold peace talks with Moscow to end their conflict. Kuleba's statement came during his meeting with Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Beijing, emphasizing that neg...
EU Relocates Summit to Punish Hungary over Orban's Ukraine Visit
The EU has moved an important foreign affairs summit from Budapest to Brussels to punish Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban for his Ukraine peace mission, which the EU sees as opposing its policies. The decision follows criticism of O...
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World's Hottest Day Recorded on July 21
On July 21, 2023, the world recorded its hottest day ever as the global average surface air temperature reached 17.09 degrees Celsius, surpassing last year's record. Heatwaves affected large parts of the United States, Europe, and Russia...
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President Biden Returns to White House After Testing COVID Negative
US President Joe Biden has returned to the White House after testing negative for COVID-19. Despite stepping back from seeking the Democratic nomination, he continues to fulfill his presidential duties. Biden has endorsed Vice President ...
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Thousands Protest in Mallorca Against Mass Tourism
Thousands of anti-tourism activists protested in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, on Sunday, voicing concerns about mass tourism's impact on housing costs and public services. Organizers called for reduced tourism and restrictions on non-reside...
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Hacking Vulnerabilities: Androids vs. iPhones
Android-based phones may be easier targets for hackers and government agencies compared to iPhones. Leaked Cellebrite documents reveal that the firm's tools struggle with newer iPhones running iOS 17.4 or later, while older models like i...
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Ukraine Crisis Should Be EU's Responsibility, Says Trump’s Envoy
Richard Grenell, an ally of Donald Trump, believes the EU should handle the Ukraine crisis because it's in their geographic backyard. He criticizes President Biden for not engaging in diplomacy with Russia and suggests creating more auto...
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Joe Biden Withdraws from 2024 US Presidential Race
US President Joe Biden has withdrawn from the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. Biden cited the best interest of his party and country for his decision. He will complete his curre...
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A Week of Turmoil: Key Moments in US Politics
The last eight days have been tumultuous for US politics. Joe Biden withdrew from the 2024 presidential race following an assassination attempt on Donald Trump and decreasing support from fellow Democrats. With Biden endorsing Kamala Har...
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Erdogan Challenges NATO Stance at 75th Anniversary Meeting
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan challenged NATO's stance during its 75th anniversary meeting, advocating for rational dissent and sustainable policies. He criticized the handling of Ukraine, terrorism, and Gaza, calling for NATO t...
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Hungary's Orban Shakes Up EU Leadership
Hungary, led by Prime Minister Viktor Orban, began its six-month presidency of the Council of the European Union on July first. Unlike his predecessors, Orban is pushing for substantive work, particularly in addressing global conflicts a...
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German National Sentenced to Death in Belarus
A German national, Rico Krieger, has been sentenced to death in Belarus on terrorism-related charges. The German government has condemned the trial and is offering consular support. Krieger was allegedly involved in mercenary activities ...
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Elon Musk's Companies Drop CrowdStrike After Global Windows 10 Outage
Elon Musk's SpaceX and Tesla have stopped using CrowdStrike after the antivirus platform caused a global Windows 10 outage. The bug in CrowdStrike's recent update led to system failures worldwide. Microsoft and CrowdStrike are providing ...
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Trump Pledges to End Ukraine Conflict if Reelected
Former US President Donald Trump assured Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky that he will end the Ukraine-Russia conflict if reelected. Trump made this promise in a post after a phone call with Zelensky, who congratulated him on the Re...
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Global IT Outage Unveils Digital Vulnerabilities
A mass global IT outage showcased the vulnerabilities in our technological dependencies, affecting essential services worldwide. Although caused by a security software update and not a cyber attack, experts stress the need for robust cyb...
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US Criticizes International Court's Opinion on Israeli Occupation
The United States has criticized the International Court of Justice's advisory opinion that deems Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories illegal. According to a U.S. State Department spokesperson, the ruling complicates efforts t...
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EU’s Patronizing Attitude Towards Africa Revealed
Josep Borrell, the EU's high representative for foreign affairs, recently made condescending remarks suggesting Africans need guidance to avoid Russian propaganda, reflecting a colonial mindset. These comments undermine African sovereign...
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Ukraine to Receive First One and a Half Billion Dollars of Seized Russian Funds
Euroclear announced it will transfer one and a half billion euros generated from frozen Russian funds to Ukraine by July 2024. This decision follows extensive talks among EU and G7 nations on using immobilized Russian assets. Russia cond...
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Netanyahu Denounces World Court Ruling on Israeli Occupation
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the International Court of Justice's ruling that Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories is illegal. Other Israeli leaders, including far-right members and centrists, joined in criticizi...
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Massive Flight Cancellations Across the U.S. Due to Microsoft Outage
Over one thousand one hundred flights were cancelled, and more than one thousand seven hundred were delayed in the U.S. due to a global Microsoft cloud service outage. The issue affected multiple sectors, including airlines and banks. Bo...
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Global Windows Outage Causes Chaos Across Banks, Airlines, and More
A massive global IT outage caused chaos today at banks, airlines, TV broadcasters, and more after Windows workstations were hit by 'blue screen of death' error messages due to a CrowdStrike software update. CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz c...
Russia Accuses Ukraine of Using Chemical Weapons
Russia accuses Ukraine of deploying chemical weapons and collaborating with Washington on biological warfare, says Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov. Moscow reports these issues to international bodies like the OPCW. Recently, Russi...
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Ursula von der Leyen Wins Second Term as European Commission President
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has been re-elected for a second term with 401 votes. Her agenda includes forming a 'European Defence Union' and maintaining the EU's green transition in light of Russia's war in Ukraine...
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Police Officer Injured in Attack in Central Paris
A police officer was injured in an attack in central Paris on Thursday. The attacker was incapacitated by police, and the area was cordoned off. No further comments have been provided by Paris police.
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Scientists Discover Potential Anti-Aging Therapy
Researchers have discovered that blocking the IL-11 protein can extend lifespan and prevent cancer. Conducted by Duke-NUS Medical School and Imperial College London, the study on mice saw a lifespan increase of up to 25% and lower tumor ...
Record Heat Temperatures in Ukraine Amid Power Crisis
Record heat temperatures are affecting several cities in Ukraine, including Kyiv, due to Russian attacks on power plants causing extensive power outages. Temperatures in Kyiv reached 36 degrees Celsius, breaking a record, while residents...
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Japan to Allocate $3.3 Billion to Ukraine Using Frozen Russian Assets
Tokyo will provide 520 billion yen, or one dollar 3.3 billion, in loans to Ukraine using frozen Russian assets to help Kiev purchase weapons and rebuild infrastructure. This funding is part of a larger 50 billion dollar loan package agre...
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EU Parliament Condemns Hungarian PM's Russia Visit
The European Parliament has condemned Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s recent trip to Russia and peace efforts for Ukraine. The Parliament described Orban’s visit as a violation of EU treaties, calling his peace efforts irrelevant...
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FBI Struggles to Find Motive Behind Trump Shooting Incident
The FBI is struggling to determine why Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old man, opened fire at Donald Trump's rally in Pennsylvania. Despite extensive searches and interviews, the shooter's motive remains unclear. Crooks, a local shooti...
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Kremlin Criticizes EU Rejection of Orban’s Ukraine Peace Proposal
The EU's condemnation of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Ukraine peace initiative signals that Brussels' pro-war policies will persist, says Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov. Orban, advocating for negotiations rather than armin...
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Trump, Orban, Putin: Advocates for Peace
Donald Trump, Viktor Orban, and Vladimir Putin have taken unexpected steps towards peace. Trump avoided military conflict during his presidency and pledged to resolve the Ukraine-Russia war swiftly if reelected. Orban embarked on a peace...
Russia's Electronic Warfare Neutralizes Western Weapons in Ukraine
Russian electronic warfare has rendered Western precision-guided weapons ineffective in the Ukraine conflict, according to the Wall Street Journal. Ukrainian commanders report that the expensive M982 Excalibur shells and other munitions ...
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Trump Challenges Biden to Debate and Golf Match
Former US President Donald Trump has challenged Joe Biden to a no-holds-barred debate and an 18-hole game of golf to prove Biden's fitness for office. The challenge comes amid concerns about Biden’s mental health, especially after a poor...
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Macron Accuses Israeli Minister of Election Interference
French President Emmanuel Macron accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of election interference by Israeli Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli. Macron expressed concerns over Chikli's support for Marine Le Pen's National...
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US Senator Highlights Weaknesses in Western Military Industry During Ukraine Conflict
The conflict in Ukraine has exposed significant weaknesses in Western military industrial production, according to US Senator Jim Risch. During a NATO event in Washington, Risch highlighted the need for increased defense spending and pro...
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George Clooney Urges Biden to Withdraw from Presidential Race
George Clooney has called for Joe Biden to step out of the presidential race due to concerns over Biden's performance and electability. Clooney suggested that top Democrats need to acknowledge the reality and consider new candidates. The...
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Political Shift in the UK: A Detailed Analysis of Labour's Victory and Future Prospects
The recent UK election saw Keir Starmer’s Labour Party winning, but this does not signify a shift to the center. Labour's vote share rose slightly to thirty-three-point-eight percent, mainly due to Conservative losses. Nigel Farage’s Ref...
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Viktor Orbán's Peace Mission: A Diplomatic Controversy in the EU
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has caused a stir in the EU with his diplomatic missions to Kiev, Moscow, and Beijing, advocating for dialogue over conflict. Orbán criticized the EU's adherence to the US's policy of war in Ukraine,...
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India Advocates Peace and Prosperity: PM Modi's Speech in Austria
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India's commitment to peace and prosperity during his address to the Indian community in Vienna, Austria. India has historically shared knowledge, giving the world 'Buddha' rather than 'Yuddha'. Th...
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New UK PM Keir Starmer Reaffirms Strong Support for Ukraine at NATO Summit
Keir Starmer, the new UK Prime Minister, reaffirmed Britain’s strong support for Ukraine at a NATO summit in Washington. He assured that the change in government won't affect UK's support for Ukraine and endorsed the use of British-suppl...
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Spain PM Pedro Sanchez Denounces Double Standards on Gaza at NATO Summit
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez at the NATO summit urged the West to reject 'double standards' on Gaza and advocated for consistent application of international law, similar to that for Ukraine. Sanchez called for an immediate cease...
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Sunita Williams Safe on ISS, to Address Earth on July 10
Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams is safe and continues her work on the International Space Station after her return was delayed. Williams, along with crewmate Butch Wilmore, has dealt with technical issues aboard Boeing’s Starline...
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Biden Affirms Commitment To Presidential Race
Joe Biden has confirmed he will stay in the presidential race, challenging critics to confront him at the party convention. Amid a crucial week hosting the NATO summit and addressing concerns from a recent debate, Biden remains steadfast...
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Israel Warns France of Iranian Threats at Paris Olympics
EU Approves €4.2 Billion Payment to Kiev
Olaf Scholz to Run for German Chancellor Again in 2025
EU Relocates Summit to Punish Hungary over Orban's Ukraine Visit
World's Hottest Day Recorded on July 21
President Biden Returns to White House After Testing COVID Negative
Thousands Protest in Mallorca Against Mass Tourism
Hacking Vulnerabilities: Androids vs. iPhones
Ukraine Crisis Should Be EU's Responsibility, Says Trump’s Envoy
Joe Biden Withdraws from 2024 US Presidential Race
A Week of Turmoil: Key Moments in US Politics
Erdogan Challenges NATO Stance at 75th Anniversary Meeting
Hungary's Orban Shakes Up EU Leadership
German National Sentenced to Death in Belarus
Elon Musk's Companies Drop CrowdStrike After Global Windows 10 Outage
Trump Pledges to End Ukraine Conflict if Reelected
Global IT Outage Unveils Digital Vulnerabilities
US Criticizes International Court's Opinion on Israeli Occupation
EU’s Patronizing Attitude Towards Africa Revealed
Ukraine to Receive First One and a Half Billion Dollars of Seized Russian Funds
Netanyahu Denounces World Court Ruling on Israeli Occupation
Massive Flight Cancellations Across the U.S. Due to Microsoft Outage
Russia Accuses Ukraine of Using Chemical Weapons
Ursula von der Leyen Wins Second Term as European Commission President
Police Officer Injured in Attack in Central Paris
Record Heat Temperatures in Ukraine Amid Power Crisis
Japan to Allocate $3.3 Billion to Ukraine Using Frozen Russian Assets
EU Parliament Condemns Hungarian PM's Russia Visit
FBI Struggles to Find Motive Behind Trump Shooting Incident
Kremlin Criticizes EU Rejection of Orban’s Ukraine Peace Proposal
Russia's Electronic Warfare Neutralizes Western Weapons in Ukraine
Trump Challenges Biden to Debate and Golf Match
Macron Accuses Israeli Minister of Election Interference
US Senator Highlights Weaknesses in Western Military Industry During Ukraine Conflict
George Clooney Urges Biden to Withdraw from Presidential Race
Political Shift in the UK: A Detailed Analysis of Labour's Victory and Future Prospects
Viktor Orbán's Peace Mission: A Diplomatic Controversy in the EU
India Advocates Peace and Prosperity: PM Modi's Speech in Austria
New UK PM Keir Starmer Reaffirms Strong Support for Ukraine at NATO Summit
Spain PM Pedro Sanchez Denounces Double Standards on Gaza at NATO Summit
Sunita Williams Safe on ISS, to Address Earth on July 10
Biden Affirms Commitment To Presidential Race
France Faces Political Turmoil and Airport Strikes Ahead of Paris Olympics 2024
Putin Hosts PM Modi for a Private Meeting
Boeing Pleads Guilty Over 737 MAX Crashes
2024 Predicted to Be World's Hottest Year
White House Denies Biden Being Treated for Parkinson's Disease
Biden to Meet New UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer
Biden Insists on Continuing Presidential Race Amid Criticism
UK Defence Minister Pledges Enhanced Support to Ukraine
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