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washingtonpost.comsports48 min ago
Ryan Fox Wins 154th British Open With 18th-Hole Birdie
The 39-year-old New Zealander closed with a final-round 68 to finish at 10 under par at Royal Birkdale. He defeated Cameron Young by one shot and became the second Open champion from New Zealand.
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680news.comscience1 hr ago
New York Reports Second Death in Upper East Side Legionnaires’ Outbreak as New Cases Fall Sharply
A second person has died in a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak on Manhattan’s Upper East Side that has sickened at least 72 people. City officials reported a sustained drop in new cases after directing remediation of cooling towers in more than 75 buildings.
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The Independentpolitics1 hr ago
U.S. Interior Department Cancels Automatic Protections for Threatened Species
The U.S. Interior Department on Friday canceled a rule that provided automatic protections to species listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. A second rule requires economic analysis when designating critical habitat.
abcnews.go.comsports2 hrs ago
Orioles Catcher Samuel Basallo Exits with Right Shoulder Discomfort as Team Extends Winning Streak
Baltimore Orioles rookie catcher Samuel Basallo left Sunday's game against the Houston Astros in the second inning due to right shoulder discomfort. The 21-year-old had caught the first inning and grounded out in the second before being replaced.
abcnews.go.compolitics3 hrs ago
Trump Proposes 250-Foot Triumphal Arch at Memorial Circle
The project is advancing through federal reviews while the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation weighs changes to Section 106 rules. A vote on the revisions is scheduled by July 24.
ESPNsports3 hrs ago
Hawks, Mavericks, Thunder complete three-team trade sending Dort and Nembhard to Atlanta, Risacher to Dallas
The Atlanta Hawks, Dallas Mavericks and Oklahoma City Thunder completed a three-team deal on July 19, 2026. The Thunder received three future second-round picks and trimmed more than $300 million from next season's payroll.
Washington Examinerpolitics4 hrs ago
Trump Calls Deaths of Two U.S. Soldiers in Jordan a Necessary Sacrifice to Stop Iran Nuclear Weapon
President Donald Trump described the deaths of two U.S. soldiers killed in Jordan on Friday as a shame but necessary to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. He spoke after ordering strikes on Iranian military targets for the eighth consecutive night.
jns.orgworld4 hrs ago
U.S. bars Americans from direct flights out of DRC amid Ebola outbreak
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Department of Homeland Security have introduced a Do Not Board process for Americans in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Americans must now wait 21 days after departure before returning to the United States. The move comes a…
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politics5 hrs ago
Teamsters Ask Trump Administration for Up to 75% Tariffs on Mexican Beer Imports
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters has called for tariffs as high as 75% on Mexican beer imports. The union filed its request with the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative during an ongoing Section 301 investigation.
abcnews.go.comworld5 hrs ago
US Secretary of State Meets Lebanese President in Washington
Marco Rubio hosted Joseph Aoun at the State Department on July 19. The session addressed Lebanon-Israel negotiations that began in April.
france24.comsports42 min agoUpdated
Remco Evenepoel Wins Tour de France Stage 15 as Jonas Vingegaard Withdraws After Crash
The Danish rider fractured his collarbone near the end of the July 19 stage and left the race in an ambulance. Tadej Pogacar won the stage while Remco Evenepoel moved into second overall.
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skysports.comsports5 hrs ago
England Defeat Argentina 31-24 in Rugby Union Test Match
England won 31-24 against Argentina on Saturday in a match with eight tries. The result gave them consecutive Test victories for the first time since November.
abcnews.go.comsports5 hrs ago
Brewers Starter Brandon Woodruff to Undergo Second Anterior Capsule Surgery, Aims to Return
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff announced July 18 that he will undergo anterior capsule surgery on his right shoulder. The 33-year-old said the procedure, identical to one performed after the 2023 season, is likely to end his 2026 season. ESPN reported the details.
syrianews.ccpolitics6 hrs ago
Syria Reshuffles Security Leadership After Damascus Attacks
President Ahmed al-Sharaa named a new intelligence chief and expanded the interior minister's role on Sunday. The moves follow two bombings in the capital and recent diplomatic contacts with Western leaders.
Fox Newspolitics6 hrs ago
U.N. peacekeeping budget cut $550 million with U.S. support
The Trump administration says it secured more than $1 billion in U.N. budget reductions over six months. The reductions include a $550 million cut to the peacekeeping budget approved June 30.
novinite.comworld6 hrs ago
US New EV Sales Fell 20 Percent in Second Quarter but Used EV Sales Hit Record and Global Sales Rose
Cox Automotive data showed new electric vehicle sales in the United States dropped 20 percent year over year in the second quarter. Sales rose 15 percent from the prior quarter while used EV sales reached a record.
fantasypros.comsports6 hrs ago
Oklahoma City Trades Dort, Joe, and Wiggins for Seven Second-Round Picks and $224 Million in Payroll Relief
Oklahoma City acquired seven second-round picks this offseason while shedding $224 million in payroll and tax. The Thunder completed the reductions through trades of Luguentz Dort, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins. @ShamsCharania reported the details of the moves that left the team u…
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sports42 min agoUpdated
Kimi Antonelli Wins Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps
The 19-year-old started from pole, regained the lead with ten laps remaining and secured his sixth victory of the season. George Russell retired on the opening lap after a collision with Lewis Hamilton.
espn.co.ukpolitics1 hr agoUpdated
Trump to Present World Cup Trophy at Argentina-Spain Final
The United States will host the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain on Sunday at MetLife Stadium. Officials coordinated security, immigration enforcement, and logistics for the tournament that included 102 games.
Fortunepolitics7 hrs ago
Sen. Jon Ossoff Raises $20 Million in Second Quarter for 2026 Reelection Bid
The Georgia Democrat reported a 20-to-1 fundraising advantage over Republican opponent Rep. Mike Collins. Ossoff has drawn notice for recent speeches criticizing President Trump.
middleeasteye.networld7 hrs ago
Lebanon President Meets US Officials While Iran Reports Downing American Drone
Lebanon’s president arrived in Washington for talks with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and a scheduled meeting with President Donald Trump. Iran reported shooting down a US LUCAS drone while its death toll in Lebanon rose sharply.
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westernjournal.compolitics8 hrs ago
Trump Administration Appoints Theo Stamos U.S. Attorney for Eastern Virginia, Ending Interim Leadership
The Trump administration appointed former Arlington County prosecutor Theo Stamos to serve as U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia. The move fills a leadership vacancy in an office that has operated without a permanent head since early 2026.
winnipegfreepress.comworld8 hrs ago
Jon Rahm Hits Tee Shot Out of Bounds on First Hole at British Open, Records Double Bogey
Jon Rahm hit his tee shot out of bounds on the first hole for the second straight day at the 2026 British Open. He tore his glove apart and recorded a double bogey. The error left him nine shots behind the leader after eight holes on Sunday.
nypost.comworld8 hrs ago
Argentine Court Clears Businessman of All Charges in Liam Payne Death
Three appeal court judges upheld the dismissal of manslaughter and drug supply charges against Rogelio Luis Nores on June 9. Prosecutors have not appealed the ruling that found Payne was an adult responsible for his own drug use.
Al-Monitorpolitics4 hrs agoUpdated
Trump Calls for Adding Iran to Russia Sanctions Bill
President Trump called on Republicans to include Iran in a sanctions measure targeting Russia. The bill was originally sponsored by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham and already holds support from more than 60 senators. The post followed eight consecutive nights of U.S. strikes on Ira…
hiphopwired.comworld2 hrs agoUpdated
Andrew and Tristan Tate Arrested by U.S. Marshals in Miami on Sealed UK Extradition Warrant
Federal officers took the brothers into custody Saturday afternoon on a sealed warrant. British prosecutors are seeking their extradition on additional charges from separate UK proceedings.
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multichannelmerchant.comscience9 hrs ago
Palm-Sized Spinning Drone Blurs at 25 Revolutions Per Second but Remains Audible and Limited to Hover
Researchers at Northwestern University built a palm-sized drone that spins rapidly to evade visual detection through motion blur. The single-motor craft was selected by a three-stage AI process that generated and refined millions of designs. It weighs 30 grams and will be present…
washingtonpost.comworld9 hrs ago
Prince Harry Seeks Taxpayer-Funded Security for More UK Visits
Prince Harry plans to lobby the Home Secretary for restored security arrangements after a recent family reunion. The Duke of Sussex lost a High Court appeal last year over reduced protection when in the country.
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Euronewspolitics9 hrs ago
6,000 Italian Security Personnel March in Rome for Pay and Pensions
Members of the armed forces and security services held their first joint protest after several unions rejected a new collective agreement. The deal offered a monthly pay increase and back payments but fell short of demands on pensions and living costs.
Washington Examinerpolitics9 hrs ago
August 2026 SSI Payments Issued July 31 Due to Weekend
The Social Security Administration will send August Supplemental Security Income payments on July 31 because August 1 falls on a Saturday. Maximum individual benefit reaches $994.
abcnews.go.compolitics9 hrs ago
Shabana Mahmood frontrunner for Andy Burnham chancellor role as government plans further tax rises
The Independent reported that Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is expected to be named chancellor under Andy Burnham on Monday. Her selection has prompted concern from left-wing Labour MPs over her past positions on tax and welfare policy. Burnham has signaled plans to raise additi…
South China Morning Postworld10 hrs ago
China Proposes Asteroid Impact Test Before 2030, Paper Under Review
China intends to launch its first planetary defense mission by impacting a spacecraft into an asteroid before 2030. The plan calls for a collision speed exceeding 9 km per second during a close approach in 2029 or 2030. South China Morning Post reported the details from a new pap…
thehindu.comworld11 hrs ago
Iran shoots down fourth US MQ-9 drone in eight days
Iran's Revolutionary Guard shot down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone over Ahvaz. The United States struck an under-construction nuclear power plant, while a Kuwaiti power and water facility faced a second attack in two days.
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washingtonpost.comsports11 hrs ago
McIlroy Birdies Second Hole but Remains Seven Shots Behind Burns at The Open
Rory McIlroy holed a 20-foot putt for birdie on the second hole of the final round. He reached three under par but remained seven strokes behind leader Sam Burns. The R&A had prepared Royal Birkdale with its toughest setup for the closing round.
news.sky.comworld11 hrs ago
Gatwick Express Launches Two New Early-Morning Trial Services
Gatwick Express introduced two new early-morning trains between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport on Saturdays and Mondays. The operator also added fast-track security and discounted lounges for passengers after GTR entered public ownership in May.
abcnews.go.compolitics8 hrs 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…
Al Jazeerapolitics12 hrs ago
Indian-Administered Kashmir Orders Vetting of Books and Arrests Three Over Separatist Content
Authorities issued a July 9 order requiring all educational institutions to screen books, journals, dissertations and digital resources. The directive targets content deemed to promote separatism or undermine national security.
Los Angeles Timespolitics12 hrs ago
Justice Department Civil Rights Division Brings More Cases in California Than Any Other State
The civil rights division has pursued more cases in California than any other state since President Trump’s second term began. Led by Harmeet Dhillon, it has targeted universities, prisons and law enforcement over diversity policies and gun rights.
CoinDeskfinance12 hrs ago
Quantum-Proof Bitcoin Tool Runs in 243 Milliseconds but Leaves Satoshi's Coins and New Freeze Rules Untouched
Project Eleven funded a zero-knowledge proof system that lets post-2012 wallet owners demonstrate control of quantum-vulnerable coins. The prototype works for addresses created after BIP-32 but cannot recover pre-2012 holdings including those attributed to Satoshi Nakamoto.
Washington Examinerpolitics12 hrs ago
Third Round of July Social Security Payments Due on July 22
Retirees born on or after the 21st of a month will receive their July payments on July 22. The maximum benefit is $5,181 a month for those retiring at age 70. Earlier rounds went out on July 8 and July 15.
news.sky.compolitics13 hrs ago
MI5 Issues Safe Room Guidance for MPs and Former Members After Targeted Killings
The National Protective Security Authority issued recommendations for safer rooms with fog machines and bulletproof walls. The guidance appeared before the targeted killing of former MP Ann Widdecombe at her Devon home.
business13 hrs ago
Study Finds Outside Job Offers Used for Raises by Men More Often Than Women
A new study shows men are more likely than women to use external job offers to secure higher pay. Researchers estimate this difference accounts for about half the gender pay gap, even though women change jobs at similar rates.
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Forbesai14 hrs ago
Scenario Describes AI Agent Capabilities Alongside Expert Views on Benefits and Risks
A detailed projection outlines a fictional company releasing an advanced AI system with new abilities and potential security concerns.
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investopedia.comfinance15 hrs ago
United Airlines Reports 16% Revenue Rise as Fuel Costs Increase
United Airlines posted a 16% increase in second-quarter operating revenue to $17.7 billion. The airline raised fares and expanded premium seating while fuel expenses rose 84% year over year.
espn.comsports16 hrs ago
Clarke Schmidt Throws 15 Fastballs in First Simulated Game Since Second Tommy John Surgery
New York Yankees right-hander Clarke Schmidt threw a simulated game on Saturday for the first time since his second Tommy John surgery. He threw 15 fastballs and reached 94 mph.
nypost.comworld16 hrs ago
Liberty guard averages 21 points over four games after early-season injury return
New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu has posted her strongest four-game stretch of the season, averaging 21.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, 6.0 assists and 1.8 steals. The team has lost four consecutive games, including a 108-88 defeat on July 18.
asiaone.compolitics16 hrs ago
Japan Deploys 20 Percent of $550 Billion U.S. Investments One Year After Securing Tariff Reductions
One year after the July 22, 2025 tariff agreement, Japan has deployed about 20 percent of its pledged investments in the United States. The pact committed up to $550 billion in Japanese investments and loans in return for lower U.S. tariffs on Japanese imports. Six projects have…
deadline.comsports16 hrs ago
DeChambeau Receives Two-Stroke Penalty at 2026 Open After Improving Swing Path in Tall Grass
Bryson DeChambeau received a two-stroke penalty in the second round of the 2026 Open Championship for improving the area of his intended swing in tall grass. The penalty changed his score on the fifth hole at Royal Birkdale from a bogey to a triple bogey.
forbes.comsports12 hrs 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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Japan Timesworld17 hrs ago
Japan Defense Minister Says Nuclear Weapons Must Be Discussed as Security Policy Is Reviewed
Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said on a recorded program Friday that nuclear weapons form a topic Japan cannot avoid. The remarks precede a Europe trip and coincide with government review of security documents that may alter the decades-old non-nuclear pledge.
The Guardianpolitics18 hrs ago
São Tomé and Príncipe Voters Head to Polls for Presidential Election
Incumbent Carlos Vila Nova seeks a second term as an independent after breaking with his former party. About 142,000 people are registered to vote, including 15 percent in the diaspora.
abcnews.go.comsports19 hrs ago
Red Sox's Wilyer Abreu nears rare MLB three-game homer streak
Wilyer Abreu hit two home runs for the second straight game as the Boston Red Sox extended their win streak to 12. He can become the first player since 2003 to record three consecutive multi-homer games if he repeats the feat Sunday.
New York Postworld20 hrs ago
Heavy Rain Floods Parts of New York City on Saturday, Causing Airport and Highway Disruptions
Severe flooding hit New York City on Saturday after heavy rain inundated streets including the intersection of West Broadway and Grand Street in Soho. The New York Post reported that cars navigated floodwaters while pedestrians used garbage bags for protection.
Yonhapworld21 hrs ago
South Korea's Unemployed College Graduates Rise 39,000 to 481,000 While Total Jobless Increase Stays at 11,000
The total reached 481,000 in the April-June period, up 39,000 from a year earlier. Government data showed the second-quarter figure was the highest since 2021.
Japan Timesworld21 hrs ago
Japan's Lower House Extends Diet Session to July 25
The House of Representatives approved an eight-day extension on July 17. The move leaves three days for debate on a secondary capital bill proposed by the Japan Innovation Party.
Yonhapworld21 hrs ago
Foreign Investors Sell 12.1 Trillion Won in South Korean Stocks but Buy 593.7 Billion Won in ETFs
Foreign investors offloaded a net 12.1 trillion won on the main bourse and 338.1 billion won on the secondary market through Thursday in July. They bought 593.7 billion won worth of ETFs over the same period, Yonhap reported.
pinstripealley.comsports21 hrs ago
Yankees Shortstop Playing Time Shifts as Utility Player Takes More Starts
Anthony Volpe was scheduled to sit out a second consecutive game before Saturday's contest was postponed. Jose Caballero has received the majority of starts at shortstop in recent series.
Japan Timesworld21 hrs ago
Shizuoka Prefecture and JR Tokai Sign Pact to Begin Maglev Construction
Shizuoka Prefecture and Central Japan Railway Co. signed a natural environment preservation agreement on July 18 that clears the way for construction of a Chuo Shinkansen maglev section. The pact includes 28 conservation measures and a joint monitoring system.
Forbesfinance21 hrs ago
Reese Esponda Wins 2026 U.S. Classic All-Around With Career-Best Score
Reese Esponda scored 54.900 to win the all-around at the 2026 U.S. Classic in Hartford, Connecticut. Jade Carey placed second and Zoe Molomo finished third.
interestingengineering.comworld21 hrs ago
Construction robotics company raises $32 million Series B
Amsterdam-based Monumental secured a $32 million Series B led by Khosla Ventures. The round follows a $25 million financing completed in February 2024 and will support a U.S. launch.
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