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16 Dead, 20 Injured in Bus Crash on South African Highway A bus overturned on a highway in the Western Cape province of southwestern South Africa on July 2 , leaving 16 people dead and 20 injured, according to local media reports. SBS Jul 2, 2026 10:27 PM

New York Times Highlights Yeongwol Tungsten Mine as U.S. Looks to Counter China A major U.S. media outlet has identified the Sangdong Mine in Yeongwol, Gangwon Province, as a key source of tungsten, a strategic mineral essential to the U.S. SBS Jul 2, 2026 7:32 PM

France Faces Crisis as Funeral Homes Run Out of Space: A Closer Look At least 1,000 excess deaths occurred in just three days, and 74 people drowned after jumping into rivers to escape the heat. SBS Jul 2, 2026 7:17 PM

Chinese Authorities: Beijing Skyscraper Light Aircraft Crash Caused by Pilot's Personal Issues According to the investigation results released by authorities in Beijing's Chaoyang District via WeChat today , the pilot, identified by the surname Liu , had been suffering from long-term insomnia and anxiety. SBS Jul 2, 2026 7:13 PM

1,000 Guests, Tens of Billions of Won: Taylor Swift's 'Secret Wedding' Imminent Multiple U.S. media outlets, including The New York Times , the Associated Press , and Bloomberg, reported detailed circumstances on July 1 suggesting the wedding will take place this weekend, citing various sources. SBS Jul 2, 2026 6:41 PM

Found on the Street: A Shocking 260 Million Won Discovery Sorolla is a renowned Spanish painter famous as a master of light and beach landscapes from the late 19th to early 20th centuries. SBS Jul 2, 2026 6:39 PM

Iranian Military Warns of Strong Response to Vessels Deviating from Designated Hormuz Routes The Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, which oversees the integrated command of the Iranian military, stated in a release on July 2 that "all oil tankers and merchant vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz must use the routes designated by Iran." The statement warned that "any deviation from these designated routes or disregard for navigation regulations will be met with an immediate and strong response." The Iranian military also issued a warning to the United States regarding security in the Strait of Hormuz. SBS Jul 2, 2026 6:32 PM

"Profiting from the Presidency?" "It Stinks!" Accusations of 'Greatest Corruption' in History... Trump Discloses 'Cryptocurrency and Luxury Gifts' (Trump NOW) U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly generated massive profits from various personal brand businesses, including Bibles, perfumes, and watches, during his time in office. SBS Jul 2, 2026 6:12 PM

Vatican Excommunicates Ultra-Traditionalist Group After Unauthorized Episcopal Ordinations The Vatican has issued an excommunication decree against an ultra-traditionalist group that proceeded with episcopal ordinations without papal approval, in defiance of the Holy See's reforms. SBS Jul 2, 2026 5:58 PM

"Turn Taiwan into a Hornet's Nest of Drones"... China Claims "Creating Noise" ambassador to Taiwan, has emphasized the need to build a drone defense network to strengthen Taiwan's security. SBS Jul 2, 2026 5:45 PM