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Trump says US and Iran agreed to continue talks but a ceasefire over the issue is not specified

Reuters·●●●●●5 sources·🇬🇧 🇺🇸 🇭🇰 🇮🇳·11 Jul
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Trump said the US and Iran agreed to continue talks, but did not specify a ceasefire related to the issue. It indicates ongoing diplomacy while leaving the ceasefire status unclear for now.

Michigan Democratic Senate debate; Trump fired the Election Assistance Commission, according to Potomac Watch opinion in WSJ Podcasts

The Wall Street Journal·●●●●●5 sources·🇺🇸 🇬🇧·10 Jul
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Michigan held a Democratic Senate debate, and Potomac Watch in WSJ Podcasts said Trump fired the Election Assistance Commission. It matters because it involves federal election administration actions alongside a key Senate campaign discussion.

Typhoon Bavi is tracking toward China with heavy, widespread rains

Bloomberg·●●●3 sources·🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇭🇰·11 Jul
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Typhoon Bavi is tracking toward China with heavy, widespread rains. The reported rainfall could affect conditions across areas along its path in China.

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Trump threatens Iran amid calls for his killing

South China Morning Post·●●●3 sources·🇭🇰 🇺🇸 🇮🇳·11 Jul
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The story reports Trump threatened Iran amid calls for his killing. The reporting notes heightened tensions and public calls involving Trump and Iran.

Michael Edwards' exit leaves Liverpool in uncertainty

The New York Times·●●2 sources·🇺🇸 🇬🇧·11 Jul
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Michael Edwards is exiting, leaving Liverpool in uncertainty. The change raises uncertainty about the club’s next steps.

Two people died as Russia struck Kyiv with ballistic missiles and drones

The Independent·●●2 sources·🇬🇧 🇮🇳·11 Jul
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Two people died as Russia struck Kyiv with ballistic missiles and drones. The attacks caused fatalities in Kyiv and highlight ongoing risks to civilians.

As India and New Zealand increase ties, Congress recalls former New Zealand prime minister David Lange reviving relations in 1984

The Economic Times·●●2 sources·🇮🇳·11 Jul
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India and New Zealand are increasing ties, and Congress recalled David Lange reviving relations in 1984. The recalled 1984 outreach highlights a longstanding effort to strengthen diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Researchers warn that heavy marijuana smoking may increase cancer risk

ScienceDaily·1 source·🇺🇸·10 Jul
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Researchers report that heavy marijuana smoking may increase cancer risk. The warning suggests a potential health concern linked to smoking marijuana.

GOP senators express concern about potential pre-election shutdown fight

Axios·1 source·🇺🇸·10 Jul
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GOP senators said they are concerned about a potential pre-election government shutdown fight. Axios reports the concern centers on upcoming negotiations and possible disruption before voters go to the polls.

Taliban declares war on smartphones

NPR·1 source·🇺🇸·10 Jul
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The Taliban declared war on smartphones. NPR reports the Taliban is targeting smartphone use under its policies.

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