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World 5 days ago

Water Crisis Threatens Green Energy Future as Two-Thirds of Mines Face High Risk

A new report from the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) reveals a startling reality: nearly two-thirds of all mining and metals facilities worldwide are in areas facing serious physical water risks. The biggest problem isn't just scarcity, but fierce competition for water between mining operations and local communities, a challenge that could significantly slow down the global shift to clean energy. This means producing essential materials for things like electric cars and solar panels is now directly threatened by water availability.

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Water Crisis Threatens Green Energy Future as Two-Thirds of Mines Face High Risk
World 5 days ago

France Leads EU with Social Media Ban for Under-15s; Global Tech Impact Looms

France has just become the first country in the European Union to enact a sweeping social media ban for children under 15, with its Parliament approving the landmark legislation on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. This move will see a phased rollout, blocking new accounts for under-15s from September 1, 2026, and requiring age verification for all existing accounts by January 2027. The law mandates platforms to use age-checking tools approved by the French privacy regulator, marking a significant escalation in digital child protection efforts across Europe.

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France Leads EU with Social Media Ban for Under-15s; Global Tech Impact Looms
World 5 days ago

Beluga Whales' Extreme Dives Undermined by Arctic Climate Crisis

Every winter, the beluga whale performs an astonishing feat: diving to depths of 700 meters and holding its breath for up to 25 minutes in the Arctic's freezing waters, all thanks to lungs that compress dramatically and muscles so oxygen-rich they appear nearly black. However, this incredible natural engineering, perfected over millennia for an icy world, is now battling for survival as climate change rapidly melts the Arctic, threatening the very habitat these master divers call home.

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Beluga Whales' Extreme Dives Undermined by Arctic Climate Crisis
World 5 days ago

Lebanon's 'Pilot Zones' Face Skepticism as Israel Doubts Hezbollah Disarmament

A new 'pilot zones' scheme, designed to test the Lebanese Armed Forces' ability to disarm Hezbollah and enable Israeli withdrawal, has officially kicked off in southern Lebanon, but a former Biden administration official, Jennifer Gavito, expresses deep doubt about its success. The initiative, part of a US-brokered Trilateral Framework signed last month, seeks to de-escalate the volatile border, yet Israel's continued military presence and past failures to disarm Hezbollah suggest a bumpy road ahead.

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Lebanon's 'Pilot Zones' Face Skepticism as Israel Doubts Hezbollah Disarmament
World 5 days ago

'Wrap It Up': Speaker Johnson Urges End to Escalating Iran War

US House Speaker Mike Johnson has made striking comments urging a swift resolution to the ongoing Iran War, emphasizing that it's time to 'wrap it up' and distribute the burden among global allies. His call comes amid an intensifying conflict that has seen the United States and Iran exchange heavy blows, raising alarms about wider regional instability. This marks a notable shift in tone from earlier statements, highlighting the mounting pressure on Washington to de-escalate hostilities.

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'Wrap It Up': Speaker Johnson Urges End to Escalating Iran War
World 5 days ago

US-Iran Conflict Deepens: 11th Night of Strikes, Oil Soars, Global Shipping in Peril

The United States has launched its eleventh straight night of military strikes against targets in Iran, escalating a dangerous standoff that has sent global oil prices soaring, with Brent crude pushing above $91 a barrel. The United Kingdom has also given its approval for the US to use British bases for some of these 'defensive' airstrikes, showing a united front as tensions in the Middle East reach critical levels.

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US-Iran Conflict Deepens: 11th Night of Strikes, Oil Soars, Global Shipping in Peril
World 6 days ago

Burnham Backs US Strikes on Iran from UK Bases as Trump Vows No Retreat

In a critical geopolitical move, new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has greenlit the continued use of British military bases for US 'defensive strikes' against Iran, a direct continuation of his predecessor Keir Starmer's controversial policy. This decision comes as the United States ramps up its offensive against Tehran, with President Donald Trump vowing he is 'not finished yet' in the escalating 2026 Iran War. The approval ensures key strategic locations like RAF Fairford and Diego Garcia remain available for American operations in a conflict that Iran has declared a 'full-scale war'.

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Burnham Backs US Strikes on Iran from UK Bases as Trump Vows No Retreat
World 6 days ago

Trump Threatens 'Soon' Strike on Iran's Buried Nuclear Site as Tensions Soar

In a fresh escalation of Middle East tensions, former US President Donald Trump has warned that America will strike Iran's underground 'Pickaxe Mountain' nuclear facility "probably pretty soon." This comes after Israeli intelligence shared reports that Iran secretly moved thousands of nuclear centrifuges and highly enriched uranium to this deeply buried site last year, making it much harder to hit.

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Trump Threatens 'Soon' Strike on Iran's Buried Nuclear Site as Tensions Soar
World 6 days ago

US Dams Dramatically Reshaping River Temperatures, Satellite Data Reveals Decade of Change

New satellite data has unmasked how large dams across the United States have been dramatically reshaping river temperatures over the past decade, a shift with profound implications for natural water ecosystems. A recent study, published in Science Advances, utilized advanced Landsat thermal infrared imagery to reveal that dams don't just block water flow; they fundamentally alter the natural heating and cooling cycles of rivers, with these changes extending far beyond the immediate vicinity of the dam itself.

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US Dams Dramatically Reshaping River Temperatures, Satellite Data Reveals Decade of Change
World 6 days ago

Russia Claims Kharkiv Foothold, Intensifies Deadly Black Sea Port Strikes

Russian forces have declared control over the strategically important Volokhovskoye community in Ukraine's Kharkiv Region, a move announced by the Russian Ministry of Defense on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. This territorial gain, secured by the Russian 'North' Group of Forces, expands Moscow's footprint in the northeastern part of Ukraine and reportedly disrupts a crucial Ukrainian supply hub. Concurrently, Russia has ramped up its missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian ports, particularly around Odesa, targeting vital cargo vessels and causing significant civilian casualties, including a deadly strike on the 'Golden Leo' cargo ship.

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Russia Claims Kharkiv Foothold, Intensifies Deadly Black Sea Port Strikes
World 6 days ago

Bangladesh's Measles Crisis Deepens: Death Toll Hits 797 Amid Surging Infections

Bangladesh is reeling from a rapidly escalating measles outbreak, with four more suspected deaths pushing the national toll to a staggering 797. The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) reported 878 new suspected cases and 130 confirmed infections in just 24 hours, signaling a deepening public health emergency that began its alarming surge in March 2026. This devastating wave has seen over 102,000 suspected cases hospitalized nationwide since mid-March, with a significant concentration of infections in densely populated areas like Dhaka.

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Bangladesh's Measles Crisis Deepens: Death Toll Hits 797 Amid Surging Infections
World 6 days ago

US-Iran Conflict Escalates: Nearly 100 Troops Suffer Concussions Amid Renewed Warfare

A renewed conflict between the United States and Iran has seen nearly 100 US service members injured, predominantly with minor concussions, over just the past two weeks since July 7, 2026. This surge in casualties, confirmed by Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell, comes as the US has conducted ten consecutive nights of airstrikes, met with retaliatory attacks from Iran's Revolutionary Guards on US military installations across Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, alongside striking tankers in the vital Strait of Hormuz.

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US-Iran Conflict Escalates: Nearly 100 Troops Suffer Concussions Amid Renewed Warfare
World 6 days ago

Australia's Net Zero Policy Under Fire as Power Bills Spike for Many Households

Australians are increasingly questioning the country's net zero emissions target as power bills climb, with many households seeing higher fixed supply charges despite government promises of overall price relief. This growing frustration has ignited a fierce political debate, forcing the Albanese government to defend its climate agenda amidst a cost-of-living crisis hitting families hard across the nation.

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Australia's Net Zero Policy Under Fire as Power Bills Spike for Many Households
World 6 days ago

Trump Administration Considers UN Refugee Agency Break, Sparks Global Aid Alarm

The Trump administration is seriously thinking about cutting ties with the UN refugee agency (UNHCR), a move that has sparked urgent diplomatic efforts to keep the United States involved. Washington, which has historically been the biggest helper of the UNHCR, giving around a quarter of its total funds, is currently facing pressure from diplomats and UN officials to continue its support. This potential split comes amid worries about who should lead a key position within the agency and reflects a wider approach by the US government to rethink its involvement with global groups.

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Trump Administration Considers UN Refugee Agency Break, Sparks Global Aid Alarm
World 6 days ago

Doval, Saudi FM Meet in Riyadh to Bolster Strategic Ties Amid West Asia Tensions

India's National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval held crucial talks with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Riyadh yesterday, joined by Deputy Minister for Political Affairs Ambassador Dr. Saud Al-Sati. The high-stakes meeting focused on strengthening the strategic partnership between the two nations, alongside discussions on urgent regional developments, enhancing energy security, and protecting vital maritime corridors [26, 27]. This marks Doval's third visit to the Kingdom this year, underscoring the growing urgency of bilateral engagements [27].

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Doval, Saudi FM Meet in Riyadh to Bolster Strategic Ties Amid West Asia Tensions
World 6 days ago

Trump DOJ Reignites Harvard Probe Over Alleged China-Backed Student Aid Discrimination

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched a new investigation into Harvard University, alleging that some of its financial aid programs linked to China might be illegally discriminating against American citizens. Announced on Monday, July 20, 2026, this compliance review by the Civil Rights Division claims Harvard is giving preference to foreign students, presumably Chinese, in exchange for significant financial contributions from China.

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Trump DOJ Reignites Harvard Probe Over Alleged China-Backed Student Aid Discrimination
World 7/21/2026

Tinubu Reshuffles Key Federal Agencies, Names 26 New Leaders Including Fayose

In a major shake-up on Monday, July 20, 2026, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed 26 new leaders to head various crucial federal government agencies and commissions. Most notably, former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose, a prominent and sometimes controversial political figure, was named Chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA). This wave of appointments is seen as a strategic move by President Tinubu to consolidate his administration's vision and drive development across key sectors.

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Tinubu Reshuffles Key Federal Agencies, Names 26 New Leaders Including Fayose
World 7/21/2026

US Unleashes Dual Blow: Castro Indicted, Cuba Accused of Deep Infiltration

In a dramatic escalation of US-Cuba tensions, former Cuban President Raul Castro was indicted by the US Department of Justice in May 2026 for his alleged role in the 1996 shoot-down of two civilian aircraft, which killed four Americans. This landmark legal action comes just weeks after Secretary of State Marco Rubio released a bombshell State Department report on July 20, 2026, accusing Cuba of a six-decade-long campaign of espionage and infiltration into US politics, specifically highlighting the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) as a key target of Cuban influence.

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US Unleashes Dual Blow: Castro Indicted, Cuba Accused of Deep Infiltration
World 7/21/2026

DR Congo's Ebola Crisis Deepens Amidst 'Walking Ebola' Threat and Relentless Violence

The Ebola crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo has escalated dramatically, with the death toll now surpassing 930 and confirmed cases exceeding 2,300, making it the fastest-spreading outbreak on record. What's making this particular surge so challenging is the lesser-known Bundibugyo ebolavirus strain, which experts are dubbing 'Walking Ebola' due to its insidious progression, allowing infected individuals to spread the virus while still mobile and seemingly less ill. This makes containment incredibly difficult in a region already grappling with severe instability.

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DR Congo's Ebola Crisis Deepens Amidst 'Walking Ebola' Threat and Relentless Violence
World 7/21/2026

Australia's NDIS Faces Deep Budget Cuts to Community Programs Amid Sustainability Drive

Australia's National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is bracing for significant changes starting October 1, 2026, with the government moving to slash budgets for social and community participation supports by about 50% and capacity building daily activities by 10%. These cuts, part of the National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future Generations) Bill 2026, aim to reel in the scheme's rapidly escalating costs and bring spending back to 2023 levels. The decision has ignited a fierce debate, with disability advocates and independent think tanks like the Grattan Institute arguing that such drastic reductions are unnecessary for the NDIS's long-term financial health and will disproportionately harm the most vulnerable participants.

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Australia's NDIS Faces Deep Budget Cuts to Community Programs Amid Sustainability Drive
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