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Trump Says Qatari-Donated Air Force One Will Undergo Scheduled Upgrades Next Month

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politics45 min agoUpdated

Trump Says Qatari-Donated Air Force One Will Undergo Scheduled Upgrades Next Month

President Trump said the Boeing 747 will be taken out of service for further modifications starting in about a month. The aircraft entered service on July 1 as a temporary presidential plane while new aircraft are delayed.

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Trump and FIFA President Present 2026 World Cup Trophy to Spain

Washington Examiner

politics5 hrs agoUpdated

Trump and FIFA President Present 2026 World Cup Trophy to Spain

President Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino delivered the trophy to Spain after the team defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final at MetLife Stadium. Spain's Ferran Torres scored the lone goal in extra time.

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President Trump Participates in a FIFA World Cup Trophy Ceremony

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Former Spain player denied U.S. entry under ESTA rules after 2016 Iran trip

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sports2 days ago

Former Spain player denied U.S. entry under ESTA rules after 2016 Iran trip

Joan Capdevila, a defender on Spain's 2010 World Cup-winning team, was denied an ESTA to enter the United States. The 48-year-old posted on X requesting assistance from President Trump after the denial linked to his 2016 travel to Iran.

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Trump Urges Congress to Add Iran to Russia Sanctions Bill

Al-Monitor

politics9 hrs agoUpdated

Trump Urges Congress to Add Iran to Russia Sanctions Bill

President Trump on Sunday called on lawmakers to add Iran to legislation that would sanction countries buying Russian oil and natural gas. The bill, sponsored by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, has support from more than 60 senators.

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Troy Jackson Secures Commitments From Nearly Two-Thirds of Maine Democratic Delegates

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politics4 hrs agoUpdated

Troy Jackson Secures Commitments From Nearly Two-Thirds of Maine Democratic Delegates

Former state Sen. Troy Jackson has lined up support from nearly two-thirds of the 601 delegates who will choose the party's U.S. Senate nominee next week. Two remaining rivals withdrew Sunday, clearing the path for his nomination at the July 27 convention in Bangor.

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China Coast Guard and Philippine Navy vessels clash at Ayungin Shoal, sailor struck

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world2 hrs agoUpdated

China Coast Guard and Philippine Navy vessels clash at Ayungin Shoal, sailor struck

A Philippine Navy sailor sustained an open head wound of about 1.5 inches after being struck with a wooden baton by a China Coast Guard member during a confrontation at Ayungin Shoal early Monday. The incident damaged a Philippine rubber boat. The Armed Forces of the Philippines…

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Incoming Prime Minister to Enter 10 Downing Street Monday

winnipegfreepress.com

politics23 hrs ago

Incoming Prime Minister to Enter 10 Downing Street Monday

Andy Burnham is scheduled to enter 10 Downing Street on Monday. A Truth Social post described plans to open North Sea oil fields and relocate wind turbines near Aberdeen.

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White House Releases Redacted Election Documents During Trump Address

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politics1 day ago

White House Releases Redacted Election Documents During Trump Address

The White House posted four batches of files on July 16, 2026, covering voting system vulnerabilities, China’s acquisition of voter data, a Michigan registration probe and noncitizens on state rolls. President Trump discussed the materials in a primetime speech the same evening.

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Judge Blocks OMB From Canceling Grants Over Changed Priorities, Leaves Lawsuit Intact

Washington Examiner

politics2 days ago

Judge Blocks OMB From Canceling Grants Over Changed Priorities, Leaves Lawsuit Intact

U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani denied the Trump administration's request to dismiss a lawsuit by 20 states and the District of Columbia. The ruling prevents agencies from terminating previously awarded grants solely because priorities changed after the awards.

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Trump Links Canadian Wildfire Smoke to Tariff Review

Fox News

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Trump Links Canadian Wildfire Smoke to Tariff Review

President Trump said Canada is not clearing forests and brush, allowing smoke to drift into the United States. Canadian officials reported hundreds of active fires and several communities under evacuation orders.

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Spain Forward Borja Iglesias Says He Is Reluctant to Shake President Trump's Hand at World Cup Final

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sports23 hrs ago

Spain Forward Borja Iglesias Says He Is Reluctant to Shake President Trump's Hand at World Cup Final

Borja Iglesias, a forward on Spain’s national soccer team, said he does not want to shake President Trump’s hand if his team wins Sunday’s World Cup final. The match against Argentina is scheduled for Sunday afternoon.

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Federal Agents Seize Over 7,000 Counterfeit Jerseys Ahead of World Cup Final

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sports2 days ago

Federal Agents Seize Over 7,000 Counterfeit Jerseys Ahead of World Cup Final

Department of Homeland Security agents confiscated thousands of fake soccer jerseys in Newark and Kansas City ahead of the final. Officials expect more seizures before Sunday's match at MetLife Stadium.

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U.S. Service Member Killed in Iraq; U.S. Strikes Hit Iranian Targets for Eighth Night

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finance1 day ago

U.S. Service Member Killed in Iraq; U.S. Strikes Hit Iranian Targets for Eighth Night

A controlled detonation in Iraq killed a third American on July 18. U.S. forces carried out an eighth night of strikes on Iranian targets the following day.

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Zelenskyy Replaces Defence Minister, Names Interim Successor

msnbc.com

politics1 day ago

Zelenskyy Replaces Defence Minister, Names Interim Successor

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy removed Mykhailo Fedorov as defence minister and named Yevhen Khmara as interim replacement. The move follows months of friction between Fedorov and military chief Oleksandr Syrski over strategy and procurement.

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U.S. Reports 17th Service Member Death as Strikes on Iran Continue

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world17 hrs ago

U.S. Reports 17th Service Member Death as Strikes on Iran Continue

The announcement on July 19 raised the total American deaths to 17 since the war began February 28. Recent incidents include one death in Iraq and two in Jordan on July 18.

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Fetterman Rejects Trump Administration Claims of Noncitizen Voting in 2020

foxnews.com

politics22 hrs ago

Fetterman Rejects Trump Administration Claims of Noncitizen Voting in 2020

Sen. John Fetterman stated Sunday there was no evidence for the Trump administration’s allegations that noncitizens voted in the 2020 elections. The Pennsylvania Democrat spoke on CNN’s State of the Union and cited his experience as lieutenant governor during that contest.

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DHS Review Found Over 278,000 Noncitizens on Voter Rolls

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politics1 day agoUpdated

DHS Review Found Over 278,000 Noncitizens on Voter Rolls

President Trump stated that a Department of Homeland Security review identified more than 278,000 noncitizens registered to vote nationwide. The White House released declassified documents naming four states with the largest numbers. Nevada officials rejected the figures and said…

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Poll Shows Democrats Lead Republicans by Three Points for House

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politics1 day ago

Poll Shows Democrats Lead Republicans by Three Points for House

A Washington Post-Ipsos survey of registered voters found Democrats ahead 48 percent to 45 percent in a hypothetical House vote. President Trump’s job approval stood at 40 percent.

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Court Questions Government’s First Petition to Alien Terrorist Removal Court, Orders More Information

winnipegfreepress.com

politics21 hrs ago

Court Questions Government’s First Petition to Alien Terrorist Removal Court, Orders More Information

The Justice Department submitted the initial application on July 15 seeking deportation of one unnamed individual. A hearing followed the next day, after which the chief judge requested additional information by July 22.

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U.S. Sets Four-Year Limit on Foreign Student and Exchange Visas, Bars First-Year Transfers

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politics1 day ago

U.S. Sets Four-Year Limit on Foreign Student and Exchange Visas, Bars First-Year Transfers

New rules replace open-ended stays for F, J, and I visa holders with a maximum of four years. The changes restrict transfers, major switches, and degree progression for international students.

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Belal Muhammad Kicks at Colby Covington at RAF 11 Press Conference

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sports1 day agoUpdated

Belal Muhammad Kicks at Colby Covington at RAF 11 Press Conference

Belal Muhammad kicked toward Colby Covington during the RAF 11 post-fight press conference in Milwaukee. Security separated the fighters and removed both from the room.

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Iranian-American dual citizen released after 566 days detained in Iran on espionage charges

nypost.com

politics1 day ago

Iranian-American dual citizen released after 566 days detained in Iran on espionage charges

The Iranian-American dual citizen reached the United States on July 18 after release from prison on espionage charges. Iranian officials had confiscated her passports before allowing departure.

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Australia Publishes List of AI Priorities for Government Use and Privacy

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world1 day ago

Australia Publishes List of AI Priorities for Government Use and Privacy

The government released a new list of AI consumer priorities on Sunday that includes tighter oversight of automated decision-making in agencies such as Centrelink. It also commits to revisiting personal data protection laws ahead of the Labor Party conference.

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Trump Urges Citizenship Proof for Voting as Bill Stalls in Congress

helsinkitimes.fi

world2 days ago

Trump Urges Citizenship Proof for Voting as Bill Stalls in Congress

On July 16 President Donald Trump called for new federal voting requirements and announced the declassification of reports on election system flaws. He also accused China of acquiring 220 million U.S. voter records.

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Justice Department Files First Application to Alien Terrorist Removal Court

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politics1 day ago

Justice Department Files First Application to Alien Terrorist Removal Court

The Department of Justice submitted its first application to the Alien Terrorist Removal Court on July 15. The filing remains sealed and prompted a closed hearing before the court's chief judge.

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Study Finds Foreign Code in Over One in Eight Military Apps

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technology5 hrs ago

Study Finds Foreign Code in Over One in Eight Military Apps

Researchers at Purdue University, the US Military Academy at West Point, and Florida International University examined more than 220 apps marketed to US military personnel. More than 12.5 percent contained software built by companies in China, Russia, or other foreign nations. Th…

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Arizona Primaries Test Trump-Backed Candidates in Three House Races

axios.com

politics5 hrs ago

Arizona Primaries Test Trump-Backed Candidates in Three House Races

Voters in Arizona go to the polls on July 21 for congressional primaries that will test President Trump's endorsements and the strength of Republican candidates in a state with six GOP-held seats. The outcomes could affect the party's narrow majority in the U.S. House.

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Liberia Bans Raw Rubber Exports to Address Processor Shortfalls

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world6 hrs ago

Liberia Bans Raw Rubber Exports to Address Processor Shortfalls

AllAfrica reported that data presented July 15 showed Liberia's six rubber processors need 36,600 metric tons monthly but receive only 14,000 tons. Executive Order No. 166 bans unprocessed rubber exports to support domestic processing.

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UNESCO World Heritage Committee Adopts Busan Declaration on Stronger International Cooperation

Yonhap

world7 hrs ago

UNESCO World Heritage Committee Adopts Busan Declaration on Stronger International Cooperation

Top UNESCO officials urged stronger global cooperation to protect heritage sites from climate change and conflicts at a press conference in Busan on July 20. The World Heritage Committee unanimously adopted the Busan Declaration the same day.

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Special Counsel Says It Found Signs of NIS Role in Yoon Martial Law Bid but Is Still Checking If Orders Were Followed

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world7 hrs ago

Special Counsel Says It Found Signs of NIS Role in Yoon Martial Law Bid but Is Still Checking If Orders Were Followed

A special counsel team said Monday it uncovered indications that South Korea's National Intelligence Service issued specific instructions to support former President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration. Assistant special counsel Kim Ji-mi detailed orders given after the Dec.…

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President Trump Participates in a FIFA World Cup Trophy Ceremony

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