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A fire broke out early Thursday morning at a child welfare center in Mohammadia, Algeria, killing 11 people including children and injuring 19 others. Rescue teams treated the injured and evacuated vulnerable residents, while authorities started an investigation into the cause of the fire.
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The fire happened at around 3:30 a.m. local time in the Childhood Relief Institution, a center for orphans and children with special needs.
11 people died, and 19 were injured, including those with burns and smoke inhalation.
Emergency teams evacuated five residents with special needs to safety.
Seven injured people received treatment for severe psychological shock.
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune expressed condolences.
Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb visited the hospital to check on the injured.
Firefighting and rescue operations are finished.
Authorities have launched an official investigation to find out what caused the fire.
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Rich countries became wealthy by using fossil fuels, which cause climate change. Poorer countries, which contributed little to the problem, face costly damage from floods and droughts and need at least $2 trillion each year to handle these challenges. Although rich nations promised financial help, the gap in funding is growing, and some major donors are reducing aid.
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Developed countries gained wealth by burning fossil fuels, leading to climate change.
Poorer nations suffer damage from extreme weather like floods and droughts.
These vulnerable countries need about $2 trillion annually to adapt and recover.
Rich nations have promised to provide financial support for this transition.
The actual funding gap is increasing instead of decreasing.
Some of the largest donors have recently cut their climate aid.
The World Bank has stopped aiming to meet its climate finance target.
Questions are raised about whether the current global system protects vulnerable people effectively.
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The United States will impose a 25 percent tariff on certain Brazilian imports starting July 22 after finding Brazil engaged in unfair trade practices. The decision follows a yearlong investigation under a U.S. law aimed at addressing trade issues. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva criticized the tariffs, calling them politically motivated.
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The U.S. will start a 25 percent tariff on some goods from Brazil on July 22, 2026.
This action comes after a one-year investigation under the Trade Act of 1974.
The investigation concluded that Brazil used unfair trade practices.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva condemned the tariffs and said they were politically driven.
Lula suggested the tariffs favor his political rival, Flavio Bolsonaro, in upcoming elections.
The tariffs focus on specific Brazilian products, though the article does not list them.
The U.S. uses tariffs as a tool to protect its industries from unfair foreign competition.
This trade dispute is part of ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Brazil.
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Erin Shuford, a furniture restorer from Florida, found a valuable Broyhill Brasilia bedroom set at a thrift shop for $115. After spending about 50 to 60 hours restoring it, she sold the set for $9,000 on Facebook Marketplace within a day.
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Erin Shuford has been restoring and flipping furniture full-time for over five years.
Broyhill Brasilia is a mid-century modern furniture line introduced in 1962, inspired by Brazilian architecture.
The furniture line is rare and highly collectible, with full sets valued between $7,000 and $10,000 or more.
Shuford’s friend spotted the set and contacted her about the find at a thrift store.
The bedroom set was priced at just $115 at the thrift shop.
Shuford used professional finishing products and a detailed restoration process to refinish the furniture.
She sold the restored set for $9,000 in less than 24 hours on Facebook Marketplace.
Shuford considers this her best find and finds satisfaction in selling it to someone who appreciates it.
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Ukrainians are protesting in Kyiv against the removal of their defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov. Fedorov was seen as successful during his time in office, leading operations against Russian targets, even as missile attacks on the city continued.
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Mykhailo Fedorov was Ukraine's defense minister until recently.
He was known for leading successful military actions, including strikes inside Russia.
His dismissal has led to public protests in Kyiv.
Russian missiles hit the Ukrainian capital early on July 16, 2026.
Despite the attacks, many people are still protesting against Fedorov's removal.
The protests show Fedorov was popular among the Ukrainian public.
This event is part of the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
The article was published on July 16, 2026.
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A recent agreement between the United States and Iran aimed to ensure safe passage of commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping route. However, the agreement’s wording is vague, allowing Iran to claim it can control and charge fees for passage, which has led to renewed tensions and military actions in the region.
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The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was made to end conflict and guarantee safe passage for ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
The MoU’s Article 5 promises “safe passage of commercial vessels” but does not clearly say who manages this.
Iran is responsible for making arrangements and talking with Oman and other Gulf states about future control and services, but the US is excluded from these talks.
Iran may claim the right to require prior permission, set traffic routes, and charge fees for passage — potentially making billions of dollars.
The Strait of Hormuz is an international waterway where ships generally have the right to free and continuous passage under international law.
Iran disagrees with this international law, arguing for a narrower control that allows it to restrict ships more strictly.
Charging fees for mere passage is illegal under international rules, which only allow charges for actual services like towing or piloting.
Oman controls part of the strait and supports free passage, limiting Iran’s control there.
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A Mexican councilwoman, Maria de Jesus Quijada, was shot along with her daughter near the U.S. border, while her husband was killed. Authorities are investigating the attack, which is part of a larger problem of violence against local officials by criminal gangs in Mexico.
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Maria de Jesus Quijada is a councilwoman from Tecate, near the U.S. border.
She, her 15-year-old daughter, and her husband were attacked while traveling in a car.
Her husband died from the gunshot wounds; she and her daughter were taken to a U.S. hospital.
Police found a burnt-out car near the attack site, possibly used by the attackers.
The government is investigating the motive and suspects involvement of criminal gangs.
Since October 2024, 13 Mexican mayors have been murdered amid cartel violence.
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum reported nearly a 50% drop in homicides since September 2024.
Mexico has faced high violence levels since 2006 related to drug gang conflicts, with hundreds of thousands killed or missing.
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New information has come out about Morocco’s use of Pegasus spyware, which can secretly access phones and collect data. This comes as French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu visits Morocco, years after Morocco used Pegasus to spy on French officials. A whistleblower revealed that Pegasus was only used as a last option, and a Moroccan critic faced intense surveillance before being arrested and later pardoned.
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Morocco used Pegasus spyware, made by Israeli company NSO, to spy on officials, including French politicians.
In 2017, NSO representatives demonstrated Pegasus’s capabilities to Moroccan officials before Morocco and Israel had formal relations.
Pegasus can turn on cameras, microphones, and copy texts remotely.
A former Moroccan secret services worker said Pegasus was used only as a last resort, with other surveillance methods also in use.
Moroccan critic Omar Radi was heavily monitored with phone taps and hidden cameras before being arrested.
Radi was convicted in a trial criticized for irregularities and later received a royal pardon.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is visiting Morocco at the time of these new disclosures.
The article also mentions political issues around US support for Israel and reactions to the World Cup semi-final but focuses mainly on Morocco’s spyware revelations.
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The US attacked an Iranian oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz and targeted missile and coastal defense sites in Iran, including the capital Tehran. Following this, Iran launched attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait, increasing tensions in the region. Separately, President Donald Trump announced that Iran released Dena Karari, a detained US-Iranian citizen.
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The US fired Hellfire missiles at an oil tanker trying to reach Kharg Island, disabling it after ignoring warnings.
US strikes targeted Iranian coastal defenses, missile sites, and reportedly Tehran itself.
Iran responded by attacking Bahrain and Kuwait.
Tensions have risen after a ceasefire collapsed, raising fears of a broader conflict.
President Donald Trump confirmed the release of Dena Karari, a US-Iranian detained since 2024.
Israel’s defense minister told the US that Israel plans to keep forces in security zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza.
In separate news, Mexican officials requested investigations into immigrant deaths in US ICE custody.
JD Vance, US Vice-President, admitted mistakes in handling the release of Jeffrey Epstein files but denied intent to hide information.
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Taiwan's chipmaker TSMC plans to invest an extra $100 billion in building new factories in Arizona, increasing its total US investment to $265 billion. This expansion is expected to create tens of thousands of jobs and support the US semiconductor industry.
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TSMC is a leading maker of advanced semiconductor chips for companies like Nvidia and Apple.
The new $100 billion investment will likely fund four new plants in Arizona.
This raises TSMC’s total US investment commitment to $265 billion.
TSMC’s profit for the April to June quarter rose 77%, reaching $22 billion.
Demand for chips has increased because they power AI centers and smart devices.
The US government supports this investment to boost domestic semiconductor production and reduce supply chain risks.
President Donald Trump has promoted domestic chip manufacturing and influenced TSMC’s decision through trade deals and tariff threats.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the investment will create many high-paying American jobs.
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Actor Sam Neill, known for the "Jurassic Park" films, died at age 78 from pneumonia. He had previously fought and beaten lymphoma using a new treatment called CAR-T therapy and remained cancer free at the time of his death.
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Sam Neill died on Monday at age 78.
The cause of death was pneumonia.
He had successfully treated lymphoma, a type of blood cancer, through CAR-T therapy.
Neill was diagnosed in 2022 with angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma, a rare and sometimes aggressive cancer.
He remained cancer free when he passed away.
Neill had filmed four projects in the past year, which are set to be released soon.
A private family memorial will be held later at his farm in New Zealand.
Neill was known for his roles in "Jurassic Park" and "Peaky Blinders."
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A U.S. Navy Blue Angels jet flew very low over a crowded beach in Pensacola, Florida, during an air show. The jet’s low flight caused beach chairs and umbrellas to blow around, but no one was hurt, and the Navy is reviewing the incident.
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The Blue Angels are an elite U.S. Navy flight demonstration team.
The low flyover happened on a crowded beach during an air show in Pensacola Beach, Florida.
The jet flew lower than the usual height for such shows, causing a disturbance.
Beach umbrellas and chairs were blown by the jet’s strong air blast.
No injuries were reported from the incident.
People on the beach cheered and said the experience was amazing.
The Navy is conducting a review of the flight because it did not follow standard safety profiles.
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U.S. health officials are investigating a rise in cyclospora infections across the country this year. Cyclospora is a parasite that causes intestinal illness and spreads through contaminated food or water, often fresh produce. The CDC has confirmed over 1,600 cases since May and expects more infections through August.
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The CDC has confirmed 1,645 cyclospora cases in the U.S. since May 1, 2024.
Over 5,100 additional reports are under review to check if they are related to the outbreak.
Cyclospora is a parasite that infects the intestines and causes prolonged diarrhea and stomach problems.
The parasite spreads when food or water becomes contaminated by human waste, not usually directly person to person.
Common foods linked to cyclospora outbreaks include lettuce, cilantro, berries, and other raw fruits and vegetables.
The FDA is investigating sources of contamination and interviewing sick people to trace the food supply chain.
Taco Bell has removed some fresh produce items as a precaution during the investigation.
Symptoms usually start about a week after exposure and include watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, and tiredness.
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President Donald Trump announced plans to speed up truck driver licenses for U.S. military veterans and reduce the number of immigrant truck drivers on U.S. roads. The administration has recently tightened rules restricting some immigrant truck drivers from getting licenses, citing safety concerns.
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President Trump said veterans who drove heavy trucks in the military would be quickly eligible for commercial driver’s licenses.
The White House has not yet given details on how the program will work or if veterans must take tests.
Federal rules already allow some states to waive certain license tests for military vets with driving experience.
About 10% of current U.S. truck drivers are veterans, and immigrants make up about 18% of truck drivers.
The Trump administration introduced new restrictions earlier this year limiting licenses for some immigrant workers, including asylum seekers and DACA recipients.
The Transportation Department noted that fatal crashes involving immigrant drivers motivated stricter licensing rules.
Immigrant truck drivers in the U.S. increased from about 316,000 in 2000 to over 720,000 in 2021.
An executive order requires English-language proficiency for commercial truck drivers and reviews licenses issued to foreign nationals.
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Sarah Alday, a 24-year-old woman with autism, has become popular on social media for sharing her love of gardening. Her videos have attracted millions of followers who enjoy seeing her gardening activities.
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Sarah Alday is 24 years old and has autism.
She shares videos about gardening on social media platforms.
Her content has gained millions of fans.
The coverage was provided by ABC News reporter Danny New.
The story highlights everyday interests and achievements of people with autism.
Gardening is the main focus of Sarah's social media content.
The article was published on July 16, 2026.
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President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Darline Graham, who was recently appointed to temporarily fill the Senate seat of her late brother, Senator Lindsey Graham. The meeting will take place in the White House shortly after Lindsey Graham’s death, and Darline Graham has pledged to continue her brother’s work in the Senate.
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Lindsey Graham, a Republican senator, died suddenly at age 71 from an aortic dissection caused by cardiovascular disease.
Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham’s sister, was appointed by South Carolina’s governor to serve the rest of Lindsey’s Senate term.
President Trump will meet Darline Graham in the Oval Office at 9:30 a.m. local time.
Lindsey Graham was seeking a fifth Senate term and had recently won the Republican nomination.
A special election will be held in August to choose the new Senate nominee for South Carolina.
President Trump is also scheduled to meet El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele on the same day.
Additional news mentioned includes House Democrats voting to reduce military aid to Israel and political developments involving Trump’s nominees.
The US Mint has begun producing a commemorative $1 coin featuring Donald Trump for the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration.
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The Trump administration has proposed new security measures around the White House, including a fence around Lafayette Park and an underground screening center for visitors. These plans are being reviewed by the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, which oversees construction design on federal land in Washington, to improve safety in response to recent threats against President Donald Trump.
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The proposal includes a fence around Lafayette Park to control public access when needed.
The park fence would have gates at the north and south entrances and may include or exclude four corner monuments.
Security concerns increased after multiple assassination attempts on President Trump and a shooting near the White House in 2026.
The new fence aims to replace temporary barriers like bicycle rack-style barriers currently used.
An underground screening center is planned to improve visitor and worker security at the White House.
The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, whose seven members were appointed by President Trump, is reviewing these plans.
The plan includes similar fencing along Pennsylvania Avenue, north of the White House, between 15th and 17th Streets.
The Secret Service expects fence construction to begin sometime in 2027.
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French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is visiting Morocco on July 16 to improve trade and defense relations. At the same time, an investigation revealed that Morocco used spyware from Israel to secretly monitor French ministers, including the prime minister.
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The French Prime Minister is visiting Morocco on July 16, 2026.
The visit aims to strengthen trade and defense ties between France and Morocco.
Morocco allegedly used Israeli spyware to spy on French government officials.
French ministers, including Prime Minister Lecornu, were targets of the spying.
The spying allegations emerged just as the visit was starting.
The investigation was reported by FRANCE 24.
The spyware involved is developed by an Israeli company.
This issue may affect diplomatic relations between France and Morocco.
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Uber has agreed to buy the German food delivery company Delivery Hero for $14.8 billion. This deal will create a large global food delivery business operating in 99 countries, combining Uber Eats with Delivery Hero's brands.
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Uber will pay €41.50 per Delivery Hero share, valuing the company at $14.8 billion.
Uber already owns 25% of Delivery Hero shares and will pay $13.7 billion after accounting for this.
The deal includes Delivery Hero’s brands like foodpanda (Asia), PedidosYa (Latin America), and talabat (Middle East).
Uber won’t buy Delivery Hero's operations in 14 countries, which will be sold to private equity firm SSW Partners for $1.6 billion.
Delivery Hero does not operate in the UK, where Uber Eats is a major food delivery service.
The combined business handled $236 billion in orders in 2025.
Uber will keep Delivery Hero’s headquarters in Berlin and keep its workforce unchanged until at least 2029.
The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2027 and Uber plans to invest €2 billion in Germany over five years.
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Cyclospora is a parasite that causes severe diarrhea and is hard for doctors to detect because routine tests often skip it. In July 2025, the CDC made tracking Cyclospora optional in its main disease monitoring program, FoodNet, which contributed to slower outbreak detection amid a large 2026 outbreak affecting many states.
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Cyclospora causes watery diarrhea, weight loss, and dehydration.
Routine stool tests usually do not look for Cyclospora unless specifically requested.
The CDC downgraded Cyclospora from mandatory to optional tracking in the FoodNet surveillance system starting July 2025.
FoodNet monitors eight pathogens; six were downgraded to optional, leaving only Salmonella and E. coli mandatory.
As of mid-July 2026, there were 1,645 confirmed cases of Cyclospora in 34 states, with 141 hospitalizations.
Michigan reported over 3,700 cases, far above its usual 40 to 50 yearly cases.
Cyclospora spreads through contaminated food or water, not person-to-person contact.
Timely and sensitive surveillance is essential to quickly identify outbreak sources and prevent further infections.
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