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A long-planned skyscraper in New York City called Hotel Attraction, designed by architect Antoni Gaudí more than 100 years ago but never built, has been digitally recreated. The new visualizations show the building’s unique interiors and its mix of hotel, cultural spaces, and large halls, giving a sense of what might have been a remarkable tower in Lower Manhattan.
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Hotel Attraction was designed around 1908 by Antoni Gaudí for two unknown American businessmen but was never built.
The tower would have been about 1,181 feet tall, making it the tallest building in the world at the time until surpassed by the Empire State Building in the 1930s.
The building features four large entrances and a grand reception hall around 56 feet high decorated with Gaudí’s signature ceramic mosaic called trencadís.
Its interiors included themed halls for different regions: America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and Africa.
The Europa Hall was designed as a combined dining room, concert hall, and theater with stained-glass windows and ceiling sculptures.
The skyscraper was meant to function as a mix of hotel, cultural center, museums, theaters, and residences, like a vertical city or secular cathedral.
The digital reconstruction is part of a YouTube project by Daniel Coughlin, who recreates unrealized architectural projects to explore their design and impact.
Interest in Gaudí’s work has grown during the 100th anniversary of his death, with progress continuing on his famous church, the Sagrada Família, in Barcelona.
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The article discusses how artificial intelligence (AI) can change the way prices are set by focusing on how much a buyer is willing to pay instead of the product's worth. This approach could affect taxes related to consumer purchases.
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AI can analyze how much consumers are willing to pay for products.
This method differs from traditional pricing based on the product's value or cost.
Using AI for pricing could impact tax systems, especially those related to sales or consumption.
The article explores potential changes to taxes caused by AI-driven pricing strategies.
AI's role in pricing represents a shift in how markets might operate in the future.
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With 100 days left until the 2026 midterm elections, Democrats have a chance to take control of the U.S. Senate by winning at least four Republican seats. Key battleground states include Alaska, Maine, North Carolina, and Ohio, with mixed polling and betting markets showing competitive races.
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Republicans currently hold a 55-45 majority in the Senate.
Democrats need a net gain of four seats to control the Senate outright.
Alaska, Maine, North Carolina, and Ohio are key states where Democrats could flip seats.
Alaska, Maine, and Ohio are rated as Toss Ups, meaning both parties have a good chance.
North Carolina is rated Lean Democrat, giving Democrats a slight edge.
Prediction markets show Democrats favored in Alaska, Maine, and North Carolina but see Ohio as a tie.
Polls in Alaska and Maine show close races between Democratic and Republican candidates.
North Carolina polling shows Democrat Roy Cooper leading Republican Michael Whatley.
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Large wildfires have burned 42,000 hectares of land in southwest France, forcing about 220,000 people to leave their homes. Firefighters are working to control the fires, but the situation remains difficult due to strong winds.
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Wildfires have affected 42,000 hectares in southwest France.
Around 220,000 people have been evacuated to keep them safe.
The fires started several days ago and are still burning.
Firefighters are facing exhaustion from continuous efforts to stop the fires.
Strong winds are making it harder to control the wildfires.
The region’s vulnerability to fires is a concern for local authorities.
Officials have described the fire situation as very unfavorable.
Evacuations have been happening over multiple days as the fires spread.
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Workers at the Victoria and Albert (V&A) museums in London are voting on whether to strike because of concerns over high temperatures at work, access to drinking water, and pay. The union wants the museum to improve heat safety policies, allow staff to drink water during shifts, and pay all workers a fair living wage.
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More than 300 workers at four V&A locations in London are taking part in a strike ballot.
The strike vote is partly due to concerns about heatwave conditions and limited water access while working.
The Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) started the strike ballot on 23 July citing unresolved staff concerns.
The union requests a policy to close public areas if temperatures rise above 30°C and heat safety measures for workers.
PCS wants the V&A to allow workers to drink water while on duty without needing breaks or relief.
The unions also want the V&A to become an accredited living wage employer, paying at least £14.80 an hour in London.
V&A says all direct staff earn at least the living wage, but some outsourced contractors do not.
The museum has offered a 3.6% overall pay increase, with a 6.9% raise for the lowest-paid workers, and says staff safety is a priority.
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The United States and Iran have paused their attacks on each other for the second day in a row. Both sides are trying to resume talks on a temporary ceasefire, although major issues like Iran’s nuclear program have not yet been addressed.
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The US stopped attacks on Iranian coastal areas and ports after nearly two weeks of conflict.
Iran also paused its military actions, including counterattacks on US allies in the region.
The pause aligns with efforts to negotiate an interim ceasefire agreement signed in mid-June.
Diplomatic talks aim to ease tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for ships.
A regional official called the pause a positive sign for reducing conflict.
Iran and the US are discussing letting Iran manage ship traffic through the Strait with fewer restrictions.
There are growing concerns about shipping security in the nearby Bab al-Mandeb strait, with threats from Iranian-backed Houthi rebels.
President Donald Trump prefers diplomatic solutions but keeps military options open if Iran continues hostile actions.
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Ukraine is using sea drones as part of its defense efforts in the ongoing war. These sea drones help protect the country by monitoring and securing areas around its coast.
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Ukraine is deploying sea drones during the conflict with Russia.
The sea drones help defend against threats from the water.
The war between Ukraine and Russia is continuing as of July 2026.
Sea drones are a new type of tool in military defense.
The drones provide a way to watch and control coastal areas.
This use of technology shows how modern warfare involves both land and sea.
The information comes from a report by FRANCE 24 dated July 26, 2026.
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This week, Europe faced large wildfires in France and Spain, leading to mass evacuations. In India, youth protests caused the education minister to resign, and the United Kingdom appointed Andy Burnham as its new prime minister.
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Unprecedented wildfires spread across parts of France and Spain, forcing over 300,000 people to leave their homes.
French military was mobilized to help fight the wildfires near Bordeaux.
In India, young protesters demanded educational reforms, which led to the resignation of the country's education minister.
Andy Burnham was named the new prime minister of the United Kingdom.
Spain celebrated winning their second World Cup with players holding a trophy in Madrid.
Temperatures reached 40°C in parts of Japan, where children cooled off in water playgrounds.
Uganda Wildlife Authority moved Nubian giraffes from one park to another to protect them.
Health workers disinfected ambulances at an Ebola treatment center in Congo.
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Massive wildfires in parts of France and Spain have forced over 360,000 people to leave their homes. The fires, worsened by intense heatwaves, have burned large areas of land and stretched firefighting resources, raising concerns about future wildfire risks due to climate change.
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More than 360,000 people have been evacuated in France and Spain because of wildfires.
In France’s Gironde region, 250,000 people have been evacuated and about 42,000 hectares (103,780 acres) have burned.
The fires are moving toward Bordeaux, a major wine-producing city, which is preparing to house evacuees.
The World Meteorological Organization reported that last month was the hottest June on record for western Europe.
French authorities have deployed 1,500 military personnel, 1,700 security forces, and 1,400 firefighters to fight the fires.
The European Union sent five aircraft and two helicopters to help combat the fires in France.
Spain declared a national emergency with over 116,000 people evacuated, mostly near Madrid and Valencia.
Spanish firefighters found one man dead in his car; about 130,000 hectares have burned in Spain this year.
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Republican Rep. Mike Turner said the U.S. should keep pressuring Iran to stop trying to get nuclear weapons but noted President Donald Trump has limited options in the conflict. Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen argued the U.S. should end the war with Iran to avoid more harm and reopen the important Strait of Hormuz.
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Rep. Mike Turner supports continued pressure on Iran to abandon nuclear weapon plans.
Turner believes the NATO summit agreed Iran should never get nuclear weapons.
Turner said President Trump has few good choices in dealing with Iran.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen called the war "senseless" and wants it to end quickly.
The war started in February 2026 and has slowed shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Four U.S. service members were killed in the conflict in the past week.
Turner said diplomacy is ongoing but Iran cannot be fully trusted in talks.
Van Hollen appreciates Trump holding off on increasing military action against Iran.
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Romania has shot down three drones over its airspace in three days and has summoned Russia’s ambassador because of these repeated drone violations. Romanian officials say the drones appear to be Russian and part of the conflict involving Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Romania shot down three drones over its airspace between Friday and Sunday.
On Sunday, a Romanian F-16 jet shot down a drone over the Black Sea shortly after it entered Romanian airspace.
Romanian officials said the drones are of Russian origin, linked to the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Romania has experienced many drone incursions since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022 but only started shooting them down recently.
Romania’s parliament passed a law in 2025 allowing the country to shoot down drones that enter its airspace unlawfully.
Romania has integrated a US-made counter-drone system called Merops to help defend against drones.
Romania considers drone violations as breaches not only of its airspace but also of NATO and the European Union airspace.
Other countries near Ukraine's conflict zone have also shot down drones since the war started.
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UNESCO added the Normandy D-Day beaches in France and Mount Olympus in Greece to its World Heritage List. These sites are recognized for their important cultural, historical, and natural value, and the designation will help protect them for the future.
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The five Normandy beaches—Omaha, Utah, Sword, Gold, and Juno—plus Pointe du Hoc, were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.
These sites are linked to the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944, a key event in World War II.
The designation highlights the historical importance of the Allied invasion and its role in ending Nazi control in Western Europe.
The sites face challenges like tourism pressure, climate change, rising sea levels, and nearby development projects.
UNESCO also added Mount Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece and home of the ancient Greek gods, to the list.
Mount Olympus is valued for both its cultural mythology and its rich natural environment.
Greek officials see the UNESCO status as a chance to improve conservation and manage visitors carefully.
The recognition was approved at a UNESCO meeting in Busan, South Korea, where many sites worldwide were considered.
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Five years after Tunisian President Kais Saied suspended parliament and took wide powers, Tunisia faces a serious economic crisis and political division. Supporters see Saied’s actions as needed, while opponents say power is too concentrated and the economy has worsened, leading to protests demanding change.
Key Facts
In July 2021, President Saied suspended parliament and dismissed the prime minister.
Tunisia’s investment rate fell from about 20% of GDP (2015–2019) to 8% in 2023.
Taxes increased by five percentage points since 2015, which experts say discourages investment.
Inflation, especially for food, has nearly tripled, lowering people’s buying power.
Unemployment rose sharply, especially among university graduates, causing many to emigrate.
Critics say Saied’s government rejected an aid deal with the IMF but quietly applied tough austerity measures.
Supporters argue the crisis started long before Saied, blaming previous political leaders.
Recent protests in Tunis called for Saied to step down and demanded the release of political prisoners.
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Sara Duffey, an Oklahoma social media influencer, and her husband Jeremiah Shawn Duffey were found dead from gunshot wounds in what police suspect was a murder-suicide. Sara had recently accused Jeremiah of sexually abusing a minor and sought protective orders against him before the incident.
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Sara Duffey, 43, and her husband Jeremiah, 48, were found dead from gunshot wounds in their Oklahoma home.
Police believe Jeremiah shot Sara and then himself in an apparent murder-suicide.
Sara had filed a protective order against Jeremiah on June 10 to keep him away from their home.
Another woman also filed a protective order, accusing Jeremiah of sexually abusing her daughter, including inappropriate contact and messages.
Sara posted a video on TikTok accusing Jeremiah of being a pedophile shortly before their deaths.
Police responded to emergency calls reporting gunshots and screams from their home on the night of the incident.
Sara’s son was placed in the care of another parent not involved in the case.
CDC data notes over half of female homicide victims in the US are killed by current or former male partners.
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A water supply problem at Gatwick Airport in Sussex caused water outages in both terminals, leaving passengers without working toilets, drinks, or food service. Water suppliers and airport staff are working to fix the issue and provide bottled water to travelers while the problem is investigated.
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Water supply failure affected toilets, bars, and restaurants at Gatwick Airport.
Passengers could not get hot drinks, wash hands, or refill water bottles.
The water problem also impacted parts of Sussex and Kent regions.
SES Water reported interruptions in several local postcode areas and is fixing the issue.
Gatwick provided bottled water and other support for passengers and staff.
Some restaurants and bars shut down due to inability to serve without running water.
Passengers expressed frustration about the lack of communication and closed facilities.
The airport is investigating the cause and working to restore normal service quickly.
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Flavio Bolsonaro, a Brazilian senator and son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, officially started his campaign to run for president in Brazil's October election. He highlighted support from Argentina’s President Javier Milei, shared a message from his jailed father, and included a video from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Key Facts
Flavio Bolsonaro is the eldest son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.
He formally launched his presidential campaign on July 26, 2026.
The election to challenge current President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will take place in October 2026.
Argentine President Javier Milei publicly supports Flavio Bolsonaro’s campaign.
Jair Bolsonaro, who is currently jailed, sent an AI-generated message supporting his son.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed voters in a video message backing Flavio Bolsonaro.
The news highlights political alliances in Latin America and beyond ahead of Brazil’s election.
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Senator Chris Van Hollen said President Trump changed the terms of a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia by connecting it to Saudi Arabia improving relations with Israel. He said this was a surprise to Saudi officials, who had set different conditions for normalizing ties with Israel.
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President Trump linked a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia to Saudi Arabia building relations with Israel.
Senator Chris Van Hollen called this move a “bait and switch.”
Saudi Arabia had previously said they would normalize relations with Israel only under certain conditions.
The change in the deal terms surprised Saudi officials.
This issue involves U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East.
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This article shares video footage of great white sharks swimming near Guadalupe Island, which is off the coast of Mexico. The footage was captured by videographer Mauricio Handler.
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The location featured is Guadalupe Island in Mexico.
The video shows great white sharks in their natural habitat.
Mauricio Handler recorded the footage.
The content is presented by CBS News.
Viewers can watch the video on the CBS News app or website.
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The "Face the Nation" show on CBS News for July 26 features interviews with Senators Bernie Sanders and John Kennedy, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz, and former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb. The program also includes the latest poll results presented by CBS News journalist Anthony Salvanto.
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The show is called "Face the Nation" and airs on CBS News.
The date of the episode is July 26.
Senators Bernie Sanders and John Kennedy are guests on the show.
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz will participate.
Scott Gottlieb, former FDA Commissioner, will also join the discussion.
CBS News reporter Anthony Salvanto will share the newest poll information.
The content includes political and public health topics.
The show is available through the CBS News app and online browsers.
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