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Toronto chokes under wildfire smoke
More than 100 active wildfires continue to burn in northern Ontario, and their smoke has reached Toronto, causing poor air quality and prompting authorities to urge residents to stay indoors.
France 24 · 16 Jul, 12:37
Eleven dead in fire at Algerian foster care home
A fire at a foster care facility in Algiers, Algeria, killed 11 people and injured 19 others early Thursday.
BBC World · 16 Jul, 12:36
Astronomers Detect Sugar Molecule in Deep Space for the First Time
For the first time, astronomers have discovered a sugar molecule (erythrulose) floating in interstellar space. The finding could shed light on how life's building blocks arrived on Earth.
Wired · 16 Jul, 12:36
Bnei Brak to Introduce Gender Segregation on Streets, Defying Supreme Court
The ultra-Orthodox Israeli city of Bnei Brak plans to implement gender segregation on two main streets, ignoring a 2017 Supreme Court ban.
Jauns.lv · 16 Jul, 12:36
Protests spread across Ukraine against removal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov
Rallies in support of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov broke out in Kyiv and several other Ukrainian cities after reports of his dismissal. A deputy commander of the Air Force requested discharge from the military, citing Fedorov's removal as the reason.
Meduza · 16 Jul, 11:38
‘Cardboard’ protests erupt across Ukraine against Zelenskyy’s firing of Fedorov
Protests dubbed ‘cardboard’ have erupted across Ukraine against President Zelenskyy’s decision to dismiss Deputy Prime Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. The rallies were timed to a parliamentary session set to confirm a wider government reshuffle.
Euromaidan Press · 16 Jul, 11:37
Big win for Sánchez and Puigdemont as top EU court backs Catalan amnesty law
The EU Court of Justice ruled that Spain's amnesty for Catalan separatists does not violate EU law, allowing leader Carles Puigdemont to return to Spain.
Politico Europe · 16 Jul, 11:37
MP Poturaev Announces Resignation
People's Deputy Mykyta Poturaev from the Servant of the People faction announced on July 16 that he submitted a request to resign his parliamentary mandate.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Jul, 11:37
Starmer nationalises British Steel and visits Ukraine on last full day as Labour leader
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has nationalised British Steel and travelled to Ukraine on his final full day as Labour Party leader, with Andy Burnham set to take over.
Guardian Ukraina · 16 Jul, 11:36
Russia strikes Kyiv with ballistic missiles; drones hit tankers in Black Sea; Fedorov leaves Defense Ministry; Greece blocks EU sanctions
Russia launched a ballistic missile attack on Ukraine, again shelling Kyiv, and drones struck two Russian shadow fleet tankers in the Black Sea. Mykhailo Fedorov confirmed his departure from the Defense Ministry, while Greece blocked the 21st EU sanctions package over its billionaire.
LSM (rus) · 16 Jul, 11:36
US strikes Iranian military bases; Iran retaliates with attacks
The US launched a new wave of airstrikes against Iranian military facilities, including command centers and air defense systems, while Iran responded by targeting US communication and fuel storage sites in Jordan.
BBC World · 16 Jul, 10:38
Russian officials report three deaths in overnight Ukrainian attacks
Ukrainian forces struck several Russian regions overnight, killing three people and wounding several others. Civilian infrastructure and military facilities were also damaged.
Meduza · 16 Jul, 10:38
US strikes expand to northern Iran as Tehran retaliates against Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan
The US has carried out fresh strikes on Iranian targets including the capital Tehran, while Iran launched retaliatory attacks on US allies Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan. Pakistan called for de-escalation.
The Guardian World · 16 Jul, 10:37
Burnham's Path to Number 10: The Known Unknowns
With Andy Burnham set to become the next UK Prime Minister, questions remain about his cabinet choices and policy direction, including a proposed budget in October and the renationalisation of British Steel, which could strain relations with China.
Politico Europe · 16 Jul, 10:36
Ukraine’s Deputy Air Force Commander Resigns Over Minister’s Dismissal
Pavlo Yelizarov, the No. 2 in the Air Force since January, has submitted his resignation, citing the removal of the departing minister as the sole reason.
Euromaidan Press · 16 Jul, 10:36
UK economy grew by 0.1% in May despite impact of Iran war
The UK economy expanded 0.1% in May, recovering from a 0.1% decline in April, according to official figures. The International Monetary Fund has upgraded its 2026 GDP forecast for the UK to 1%.
The Guardian World · 16 Jul, 09:37
Hong Kong Police Raid Independent Bookstores and Arrest 5 People
Hong Kong police have raided several independent bookstores and arrested five individuals as part of a broader national security crackdown.
The New York Times · 16 Jul, 09:37
Canadian wildfire smoke makes Toronto air quality worst in the world, reaches US Northeast
Toronto’s air quality ranked worst globally on Wednesday as wildfire smoke from northwestern Ontario drifted into the northeastern United States, triggering health warnings and event cancellations.
France 24 · 16 Jul, 09:37
Russia strikes Kyiv for second time in a week, killing two and wounding six
Russian forces launched a missile attack on Kyiv on July 16, killing two and wounding six, including a teenager. It was the second such attack on the capital in a week.
Meduza · 16 Jul, 09:37
Protest in Kyiv near Presidential Office in Support of Defense Minister Fedorov
Several hundred people gathered in Kyiv near the President's Office to demand that Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov not be dismissed.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Jul, 09:36
Survey: Citizens in many countries view China more positively than the US
According to a report by the public opinion research organization 'Pew Research Center', a growing number of people worldwide now hold more favorable views of China and its leader Xi Jinping than of the United States and President Donald Trump.
LSM · 16 Jul, 09:36
US journalist stays calm as giant cockroach crawls on her during live broadcast
KTLA reporter Rachel Menitoff continued her live report from Los Angeles despite a large cockroach climbing onto her clothing and neck, showing remarkable composure.
Jauns.lv · 16 Jul, 08:38
Brazil condemns US move to impose 25% tariffs next week
Brazil's government has condemned the US decision to impose 25% tariffs on several Brazilian products starting July 22, denying allegations of unfair trade practices.
The Guardian World · 16 Jul, 08:37
Latest news bulletin | July 16th, 2026 – Morning
Morning news bulletin published, covering the most important stories from Europe and beyond on July 16th, 2026.
Euronews · 16 Jul, 08:37
Trump's intel chief nominee avoids saying Biden won 2020 election
Jay Clayton, Donald Trump's nominee to lead the US intelligence community, refused at his Senate confirmation hearing to directly state that Trump lost the 2020 election, only acknowledging that Biden was “certified” as president.
Al Jazeera · 16 Jul, 08:37
US Disables Tanker Violating Iran Port Blockade with Hellfire Missiles
The US Central Command announced it disabled the tanker 'Belma' with Hellfire missiles after it ignored warnings and continued toward Iran, violating the reimposed US naval blockade.
Apollo.lv · 16 Jul, 08:37
General Staff: Russian army attacked Ukrainian forces 279 times in past day
On July 15, 279 combat clashes were recorded on the front, with the most intense attacks in the Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka, and Sloviansk directions.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Jul, 08:36
Ukraine's 40-day campaign against Russia: has it worked?
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a 40-day campaign on June 26 aimed at forcing Russia to end the war. Three weeks in, the campaign involves long-range strikes on oil refineries and military targets, causing fuel shortages in Russia.
Guardian Ukraina · 16 Jul, 07:37
Trump Risks 'Forever War' in Iran, Breaking Promise to End Wars
President Donald Trump, who promised to 'end wars, not start them,' appears to have fallen into a familiar presidential trap by risking another American 'forever war' in Iran.
The New York Times · 16 Jul, 07:37
EU Parliament Break: Behind-the-Scenes Plotting Begins
As European Parliament lawmakers start their six-week summer break, political maneuvering for the upcoming midterm reshuffle is already underway. Meanwhile, the EU considers restricting children's social media use, and technical issues plague the new digital border system.
Politico Europe · 16 Jul, 07:37
Russian forces strike Odesa on day of mourning, damaging educational facility
On July 16, Russian forces struck Odesa on the day of mourning for three people killed the day before, damaging an educational facility.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Jul, 07:37
Former US Ambassador: Iran Miscalculated Trump's Resolve
A former US ambassador says Iran misjudged President Trump's determination, leading to the heaviest nightly strikes between the US and Iran since the Memorandum of Understanding.
Al Jazeera · 16 Jul, 07:37
Volkov: Modern warfare is a technological confrontation, drones lose effectiveness within months
Ukrainian drone developer Mykhailo Volkov says the war in Ukraine has become a technology race where drone models become obsolete in a few months.
LSM (rus) · 16 Jul, 07:36
Iran Strikes Gulf Nations During FM’s Visit to Qatar
Iran launched strikes on Gulf nations on July 16, 2026, according to Al Jazeera, even as its foreign minister visited Qatar to pay respects.
Al Jazeera · 16 Jul, 06:37
EU Parliament shields Slovenian lawmaker, Kasparov warns of Baltic incursion, Le Pen’s bid dashes EU hopes
The right-wing bloc in the European Parliament blocked lifting Matej Tonin’s immunity; Garry Kasparov warns Putin’s next move could be a Baltic incursion; Le Pen’s presidential bid dashes EU hopes for a Meloni-like successor; EP investigates alleged improper spending by Jordan Bardella’s Patriots group.
Politico Europe · 16 Jul, 06:37
US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Hormuz remains paralyzed
The United States launched a fresh wave of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, targeting military capabilities linked to threats against shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump warned he could widen the campaign unless Tehran returned to negotiations.
France 24 · 16 Jul, 06:37