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Pedro Porro #12 of Spain celebrates after the 2-0 victory during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between France and Spain at Dallas Stadium on July 14, 2026 in Arlington, Texas.

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Spain could make World Cup history: The first to win men's and women's trophies back-to-back

The Spanish Men's National Team will face Argentina in Sunday's World Cup final. The country's women's team lifted its first World Cup trophy in 2023.

July 17, 2026
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  • Madeline Fox
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Georgia Today: Trump to visit Marietta; The World Cup's final weekend; Rick Jackson rally

On the July 17 edition: President Trump is expected to visit Wheeler High School in Marietta next week; the FIFA World Cup enters its final weekend; and Rick Jackson holds his first rally since winning the Republican nomination.

July 17, 2026
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By:
  • Orlando Montoya and
  • Mark Davenport
(L-R) Brazilian former soccer player Kaka, Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans, Colombian singer Shakira and FIFA President Gianni Infantino stand on stage during a 2026 World Cup halftime show announcement in New York City on May 14, 2026.

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Move over, Super Bowl? There's an even bigger – and splashier – World Cup halftime show coming

The show, which will begin somewhere around 3:45 PM ET, will air in the U.S. on Fox, Fox One and in Spanish on Telemundo, as well as on the Fox Sports app and streaming in Spanish on Peacock. It's expected to run for about 11 minutes.

July 17, 2026
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  • Anastasia Tsioulcas
President Donald Trump speaks in the East Room of the White House, Thursday, July 16, 2026, in Washington.

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GPB evening headlines for July 17, 2026

President Donald Trump did not mention Georgia in his prime time address doubling down on debunked election theories.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson didn't mention Trump in his first rally of the general election season.

The organizers of the Savannah Bridge Run have canceled this year's event because of planned bridge renovations.

July 17, 2026
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  • GPB News Radio
Chinese President Xi Jinping waves as he arrives at the opening ceremony for the World AI Conference in Shanghai, Friday, July 17, 2026.

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China's Xi calls for step up of global effort in AI, as US curbs squeeze China's tech access

American-led restrictions have blocked China from accessing some of the world's most advanced technologies, spurring China's efforts to build its own know-how and intensifying the tech race between the world's two biggest economies.

July 17, 2026
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  • The Associated Press
FILE - The U.S. and Chinese flag at the Great Hall of the People prior to the state dinner of President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping on May 14, 2026, in Beijing.

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China signals possible return of U.S. trade privileges for Hong Kong

The decision comes two months after President Donald Trump met with Xi Jinping, potentially warming ties ahead of Xi's expected U.S. visit.

July 17, 2026
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  • The Associated Press
The U.S. Mint is producing a new $1 coin featuring President Trump's image. He's only the second living president to get this honor, after Calvin Coolidge in 1926.

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The new $1 Trump coin doesn't just buck norms. Experts say it also breaks laws

President Trump's face will appear on a new commemorative coin honoring the nation's 250th birthday. It's one of the many unusual places his likeness has popped up this year.

July 17, 2026
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  • Rachel Treisman
Performers mark out the Olympic rings and 100 years commemorating the centenary of the modern Olympic movement during the 1996 Summer Olympic Games opening ceremony in Atlanta Friday, July 19, 1996.

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Atlanta marks 30 years since Olympics as World Cup run wraps up

Sunday will mark 30 years since the opening ceremony of the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. It comes as the city wraps up another milestone — serving as a host city in the FIFA World Cup.

July 17, 2026
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  • Orlando Montoya
Players react to FIFA referee Said Martinez as a penalty kick is awarded to Belgium after the VAR review during the World Cup round of 32 match between Belgium and Senegal in Seattle on July 1.

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At the World Cup, has 'VAR' gone too far? Some fans say it's ruining the tournament

During this World Cup, VAR, or video assistant referee, has become ubiquitous (and despised by many). But there was a time when fans and teams loved it. What went wrong?

July 17, 2026
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  • Jasmine Garsd
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Rick Jackson holds his first rally of the general election

Rick Jackson held his first rally of the general election in Cleveland, Ga., on Thursday evening.
 

July 17, 2026
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  • Sarah Kallis
Haze from Canadian wildfires blankets the Manhattan skyline as seen from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck on July 16, 2026 in New York City.

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Dangerous wildfire smoke continues to blanket parts of the U.S.

Orange skies and heavy smoke covered large parts of the U.S. on Thursday as Canada and Minnesota grapple with wildfires. Hazardous air quality is expected to continue.

July 17, 2026
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  • Ava Berger
People wear masks in Chicago on Thursday to protect themselves from smoke from Canadian wildfires. City officials are encouraging people to remain inside as data shows Chicago having some of the worst air quality of any large city in the world.

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  • Your Health

Wildfire smoke is like smoking 'half a pack a day.' Here's how to protect yourself

As Canadian wildfires spread smoke across the U.S. the air pollution is dangerous to health. But there are ways to protect yourself. Here's what to know.

July 17, 2026
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  • Alejandra Borunda and
  • Julia Simon
Smoke from massive wildfires in Canada and Minnesota engulf the Washington, D.C. skyline on Friday morning, reducing visibility and casting a haze over the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial.

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  • National

Is smoke in your home? Here's how to make an air purifier using a box fan

Smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota is sending air quality indexes to record levels, posing a hazard for millions of people. Here are tips for how to breathe easier in your home.

July 17, 2026
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  • Bill Chappell
(L-R) Claire Kennard, Lindsay Lee Alhady, Major Attaway, Delaney Benson, and Meridien Terrell in the North American Tour of SPAMALOT.

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  • Performing Arts

Georgia's Broadway season is here. Meet 2 breakout stars and find your favorite shows

As theaters across Georgia announce their upcoming Broadway seasons, GPB’s Kristi York Wooten goes behind the scenes with the players taking the stage this fall and beyond.

July 17, 2026
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  • Kristi York Wooten
Peaches from Lane Southern Orchards and Pearson Farm make their way through the parade at the Georgia Peach Festival on June 3, 2023.

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  • Health

Survey aims to understand the financial wellbeing of Georgia farmers

Over 80% of Georgia farms are run by individuals and families. 

July 17, 2026
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  • Sofi Gratas
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