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Video: 'Idol-Level Popularity' — The Identity of the Mermaid Turning an Aquarium Upside Down A tourist attraction in Hubei Province, China, has captured the attention of vis… SBS Jul 20, 2026 5:40 PM

Jordan Becomes New Flashpoint in Iran Conflict, Targeted for Pro-U.S. Stance newspaper The Wall Street Journal. Analysts suggest this is retaliation for Jordan’s close alignment with the U.S., which has served as a base for airstrikes against Iran. SBS Jul 20, 2026 5:39 PM

Choosing China Over Apple: The Story of Moonshot AI Founder Yang Zhilin Behind the Kimi Shock It has been highlighted that despite being in a position to easily settle in the United States after earning his doctorate there, he chose to return home and successfully launch his startup in China. SBS Jul 20, 2026 5:35 PM

Iran's IRGC Claims Destruction of Two U.S. Fighter Jets at Jordanian Base, Releases Video The IRGC claims the destroyed hangars were used for U.S. F-15 and F-16 fighter jets and that the attack destroyed two fighter jets and three other aircraft. SBS Jul 20, 2026 5:09 PM

"No Queen Allowed": Backlash Over Imperial House Law Amendment Hits Approval Rating of Japan's First Female PM According to public opinion polls released on July 20 by the Mainichi Shimbun and Jiji Press, the approval rating for the Takaichi cabinet has fallen below 50 percent in both surveys, marking the lowest level since the administration took office. SBS Jul 20, 2026 4:59 PM

US Intensifies Retaliatory Strikes Following Additional Troop Deaths; Iran Claims Downing US Drone Central Command The United States has expanded the scale of its retaliatory airstrikes against Iran following an increase in American troop casualties, continuing its offensive for the ninth consecutive day. SBS Jul 20, 2026 4:51 PM

"Over-the-Air Vehicle Update Technology Vulnerable to Cyberattacks" As Over-the-Air vehicle software update technology becomes widely adopted, concerns are rising that it is becoming increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks from abroad, CNBC reported on July 19 . SBS Jul 20, 2026 4:16 PM

Iranian FM: U.S. Miscalculated War After Rejection of 'Zero Uranium Enrichment' Demand demands to halt uranium enrichment during pre-war nuclear negotiations. In an interview with local journalist Javad Mogouei, released on July 19 , Araghchi refuted the suggestion that Iran had pursued negotiations under the assumption that it could secure its rights after winning the 12-day war (which took place last June). SBS Jul 20, 2026 3:48 PM

Outrage in India: "7, 11, 13-Year-Old Girls Abducted" Amid 32% Conviction Rate In India, public anger is spiraling out of control as a series of sexual crimes targeting children, some resulting in death, have occurred within the span of a single month. SBS Jul 20, 2026 2:51 PM

Argentine Fans Sing in Unison Despite Defeat: "We Love You, Thank You, Messi" The 2026 FIFA World Cup final was held in New York and New Jersey, United States, on July 19 . SBS Jul 20, 2026 2:38 PM