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EU foreign policy chief Kallas visits EU naval mission in the Red Sea

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Tsunami alert in Mexico and Guatemala after 7.3 magnitude quake

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World Cup organisers 'monitoring' wildfire smoke ahead of final

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China rejects Trump's election interference accusations

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Xi hails 'new level' in ties as China and Kazakhstan sign €11.4bn in deals

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China rescuers race to find trapped people after landslide

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EU bolsters Red Sea mission amid reports Houthis may shut key waterway

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CIA confirms chavista electoral fraud system in Venezuela

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India launches first hydrogen-powered passenger train to cut emissions

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Kim Jong Un hosts top Chinese official in Pyongyang

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Watch: US Navy Blue Angels' low flyover leaves beachgoers stunned

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Chile assesses damage after deadly storm surge floods coastal city of Penco

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Qatar's air defence intercepts fresh Iranian missile barrage over Doha

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Japan revises succession law but retains ban on female emperors

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Latest news bulletin | July 17th, 2026 – Morning

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US strikes Iranian civilian sites as Tehran attacks Gulf neighbours

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Trump revives election interference claims during address to nation

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Rubik's Cube stars shine at European speedcubing event in the Netherlands

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Spain battles major Aragon wildfire amid heatwave

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Trump teleprompter operator suspended over speech betting allegations

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The map predicting agricultural decline from climate change

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Three upgrades can make heat pumps 'pay for themselves' in two years

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China 'firmly opposes' UK nationalisation of British Steel

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Supporters welcome France's assisted dying law

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Algeria investigates Mohammadia orphanage fire that killed 11 people

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Latest news bulletin | July 16th, 2026 – Evening

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Deadly orphanage fire kills 11 children in Algeria - Algerian authorities did not say what caused the deadly blaze, which occured amid a heatwave that has sparked nearly 1,000 fires. 16/07/2026

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Authorities deny reports of booms in downtown Dubai - Authorities have denied reports on Thursday evening of booms heard above downtown Dubai, amid renewed Iranian attacks on the broader region. 16/07/2026

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Iran vows to 'crush' regional infrastructure if US strikes escalate - Iran said its response to any US strike on its infrastructure would result in destruction across the region, as multiple reports said Tehran had asked the Houthis to be ready to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, threatening a second global shipping chokepoint. 16/07/2026

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Kyiv protesters rally after Zelenskyy sacks defence minister Fedorov - Hundreds protest in Kyiv after President Zelenskyy dismisses Defence Minister Fedorov, a moderniser credited with slowing Russia's advance. 16/07/2026

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China is 'a critical long-term strategic challenge', EU ministers say - EU foreign ministers issued a joint assessment of the risks posed by China, warning that Beijing threatens not only the bloc's economy but also its security, while highlighting the shared ambition of China and Russia to assert regional dominance. 16/07/2026

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Mongolian throat singing goes global as ancient art finds new fans - Mongolian throat singing is gaining new audiences worldwide, as artists like Batzorig Vaanchig blend the ancient nomadic tradition of khoomei with modern forms of entertainment, from cinema to video games. 16/07/2026

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Hungary's national fireworks costs shrink but many call it wasteful - Tradition or money down the drain? A state-funded jolly for all, or an outdated form of animal cruelty? As 20 August nears, the yearly row over whether Hungary needs fireworks and how big they should be reignites. 16/07/2026

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Kyiv hit again as Ukraine reports two dead in Russian strike - Russian missiles killed two people and wounded five, including a child, in Kyiv, Ukraine, on 16 July 2026. 16/07/2026

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Latest news bulletin | July 16th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 16th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 16/07/2026

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Canada: train crew escapes flames near Armstrong, Ontario - A train crew was surrounded by wildfire flames near Armstrong, Ontario, Canada, on 13 July 2026. The Canadian National Railway crew escaped safely as more than 160 fires burned across the region. 16/07/2026

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Spain and Gibraltar end border checks, easing daily crossings - Routine border checks between Spain and Gibraltar have ended, allowing thousands of daily commuters to cross more easily. While many welcome shorter journeys and greater freedom, others remain cautious about the long-term impact. 16/07/2026

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Toronto choked by wildfire smoke, records world's worst air quality - A thick orange haze hung over Toronto on Wednesday 15 July as smoke from wildfires in northwestern Ontario engulfed Canada's largest city, giving it the worst air quality of any major city in the world that morning, according to monitoring service IQAir. 16/07/2026

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Argentina reaches World Cup final, jubilation in Buenos Aires and disappointment in the Falklands - Tens of thousands celebrate in Buenos Aires after Argentina's 2-1 win over England sends them to the World Cup final against Spain. 16/07/2026

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Latest news bulletin | July 16th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 16th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 16/07/2026

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Argentina defeat England 2-1 in World Cup semi-final - The defending champions' victory means they will face Spain, who defeated France on Tuesday, in Sunday's final in East Rutherford, New Jersey. 16/07/2026

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Buenos Aires erupts as Argentina reach World Cup final - Fans flooded the streets of Buenos Aires in celebration after Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1. 16/07/2026

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Iran launches retaliatory attacks on US bases across Middle East - The latest missile strikes began when the US said it fired a missile into a Curaçao-flagged oil tanker's funnel after claiming the ship "ignored multiple warnings". 16/07/2026

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Meet the Russian model whose Haaland look went viral - Russian model Anastasia Kostromina went viral after posting a side-by-side video comparing herself to football star Erling Haaland. She says she was initially surprised by the comparisons but now embraces them with humour. 15/07/2026

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More world leaders arrive in Doha to honour Qatar's former emir - European delegations continued to arrive in Qatar on the third day of national mourning, with France, Germany and Britain among those sending senior representatives, as Iran's foreign minister, the UAE president, Jordan's king and Palestinian president also paid their respects. 15/07/2026

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Latest news bulletin | July 15th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 15/07/2026

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4th Shusha Global Media Forum: Reporting in a changing world - In partnership with - Azpromo - The 4th Shusha Global Media Forum explored how journalism is adapting to artificial intelligence, disinformation and declining public trust, with discussions focusing on responsible reporting, media ethics and international dialogue. 15/07/2026

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Po river choked by algae bloom as Italy battles heat and navigability woes - Italy is stepping up efforts to clear thick algae from the River Po in Turin after weeks of high temperatures accelerated its spread along the country's longest river. 15/07/2026

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Ukraine: Six dead as Russia targets Sumy and Odesa - Emergency crews battled fires and searched damaged buildings across Ukraine on Tuesday 15 July after Russian strikes on the cities of Sumy and Odesa killed six people and injured at least 20 others, according to regional authorities. 15/07/2026

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Italy: melting ice statues protest heatwave conditions in Rome - Greenpeace Italy and the CGIL union melted ice statues outside Rome's Colosseum on 15 July 2026. The protest highlighted the impact of heatwaves on outdoor workers and called for a fossil fuel phase-out. 15/07/2026

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Trump urges ICE to continue traffic stops after fatal shootings - At least 10 people have been killed during immigration operations since the start of the Trump administration's mass deportation campaign, including four during vehicle stops. 15/07/2026

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US resumes daylight strikes on Iran as tensions escalate over Hormuz - US Central Command said it has resumed daylight strikes on Iran, targeting coastal defences and missile sites. Tehran has reported casualties as tensions rise over a renewed blockade threat, calls for retaliation and the ongoing dispute over the Strait of Hormuz. 15/07/2026

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Latest news bulletin | July 15th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 15/07/2026

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Iran executes man over January protests as crackdown on dissent widens - Mohammad Amini Dehaghani was convicted of setting fire to a governor's office in Isfahan on 9 January, as Amnesty International says Iran is using wartime conditions as a pretext to accelerate politically motivated executions. 15/07/2026

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Most realistic ancient roman faces revealed at Budapest exhibition - Sixteen faces from Roman Aquincum have been brought back to life in a new exhibition, where DNA analysis and forensic anthropology reveal the diverse backgrounds of the ancient city's inhabitants. 15/07/2026

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Gibraltar enters Schengen as border fence comes down under EU-UK treaty - Spain and the British territory of Gibraltar removed their border fence on 15 July 2026 under a landmark EU-UK treaty. Residents celebrated as passport checks moved to the airport and port. 15/07/2026

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One dead and three missing after boat sinks near Alcatraz Island - Authorities did not know if the boat was headed to Alcatraz, a major tourist attraction, where shuttered buildings of the famous former prison still stand. 15/07/2026

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Sudan's 'war economy' fuelling conflict, United Nations says - OHCHR called on the parties to the war, and corporations involved in the value chain of Sudanese commodities, to ensure compliance with international law. 15/07/2026

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Latest news bulletin | July 15th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 15/07/2026

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Cuba plunged into nationwide blackout in 10days as fuel runs low - Fuel has been scarce across Cuba since January, when US President Donald Trump threatened to impose tariffs on any nation that supplies or sells oil to the island, exacerbating the island's continuing financial and economic crises. 15/07/2026

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Iran attacks US bases as Trump threatens power plant hits - Tehran's attack comes as the US military carried out a fourth night of strikes against Iran after President Donald Trump reinstated its blockade of Iranian shipping around the strait of Hormuz. 15/07/2026

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Pygmy hippo in Thailand predicts France vs Argentina World Cup final - Pygmy hippo Moo Deng at a Thai zoo predicts a France–Argentina World Cup final, choosing France over Spain and Argentina over England in a playful stunt. 14/07/2026

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French and Spanish fans pack Texas streets ahead World Cup semi-final - French and Spanish fans flooded Arlington's streets ahead the World Cup semi-final, with the winners to meet England or Argentina. 14/07/2026

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Latest news bulletin | July 14th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 14th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 14/07/2026

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World leaders gather in Qatar to honour Father Emir Sheikh Hamad - Leaders from Europe, Africa and Asia travelled to Doha to offer condolences to the royal family following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who served as Qatar's emir from 1995 until 2013. 14/07/2026

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US-Iran conflict widens after deadly tanker attack in Strait of Hormuz - Commercial shipping has come under attack in the Strait of Hormuz as the US and Iran exchange military action, raising fears the conflict could draw more Gulf states into the fighting. 14/07/2026

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US strikes Bushehr as Iran's parliament tables bill to control Hormuz - Four points in the port city hosting Iran's only nuclear power plant were hit by US projectiles on Tuesday, as Iran's parliament formally submitted a bill asserting Tehran's permanent control over the Strait of Hormuz. 14/07/2026

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Zelenskyy joins Macron and European leaders in Paris for Bastille Day - Volodymyr Zelenskyy joins Emmanuel Macron and European leaders at a Ukraine-focused Bastille Day parade in Paris showcasing military strength. 14/07/2026

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Latest news bulletin | July 14th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 14th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 14/07/2026

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Spectacular drones and fireworks illuminate Eiffel Tower ahead of Bastille Day - Paris staged an early Eiffel Tower fireworks and drone show, reserving Bastille Day to commemorate the 2016 Nice attack and its 86 victims. 14/07/2026

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