THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 194 • Updated Monday, July 13, 2026 at 10:57 AM UTC

US and Iran escalate standoff over Strait of Hormuz

The United States and Iran each are asserting they control the Strait of Hormuz after a weekend of attacks stretching across the wider Middle East.

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Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 78

Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death has sparked a political scramble in South Carolina. As a senior senator and ally of former President Donald Trump, Graham was expected to win reelection easily.

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Sen. Mitch McConnell breaks silence on health, says fall led to hospitalization

McConnell says a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence about health condition.

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Actor Sam Neill dies at 78

His death was 'sudden and unexpected,' a statement posted to his social media page said.

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Bangkok beer hall fire kills at least 27 people

A massive fire has devastated a music bar in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people and critically injuring 25 others.

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Jannik Sinner defends Wimbledon title

Italy’s Jannik Sinner wins his second Wimbledon title, in photos.

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US launches more strikes on Iran as Strait of Hormuz standoff escalates

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New York Times reporters subpoenaed over Air Force One stories, raising press freedom concerns

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Disney's live-action 'Moana' underwhelms at box office

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China recaptures first stage of rocket for reuse, following SpaceX model

Sources: AP News