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Geopolitics

Israel pursuing ‘scorched earth’ policy, says Lebanon PM, as more airstrikes hit country’s south

The Guardian – World · Europe

Nawaf Salam says Israel collectively punishing southern Lebanon and forcing people ‘into exile’ but defends security talks with Tel AvivLebanon’s prime ministe…

Geopolitics

Colombia prepares to go to polls in election shadowed by resurgence of political violence

The Guardian – World · Europe

Sunday’s presidential vote is contest between left and right – and between contradictory proposals for dealing with the decades-long armed conflictMateo Pérez …

Geopolitics

Bound by blood: new film highlights Jamaica’s outlawed obeah belief system

The Guardian – World · Europe

Stew Peas focuses on obeah, an enduring African magic practice in Jamaica banned by colonisers in the 1700sA new movie from award-winning Jamaican film-maker S…

Geopolitics

Edgar Morin, ‘Grandfather’ of French Intellectuals, Dies at 104

The New York Times – World · US

A former member of the Resistance, he went on to a career spanning eras and disciplines. His books and pronouncements carried moral authority.

Geopolitics

Inside the Ebola Epicenter, the Virus Rages With Little to Stop It

The New York Times – World · US

A remote gold mining town is under siege, as medical workers struggle to beat back a surge of deaths and infections.

Geopolitics

Ghaziabad 'Bakrid invite' murder: Main accused Asad shot dead in encounter

Times of India – World · India

Ghaziabad police have shot dead Asad, the main accused in the fatal stabbing of Class 11 student Surya Chauhan. Asad, who was on the run with a Rs 50,000 bount…

Geopolitics

Pentagon chief sounds ‘alarm’ over China’s buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend

The Hindu – World · India

There is rightful alarm regarding China’s historic military buildup and the expansion of its military activities in the region and beyond, says U.S. Defence Se…

Geopolitics

WHO Chief lands in eastern Congo's Ituri province, epicentre of Ebola, as outbreak outpaces response

The Hindu – World · India

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo as authorities stepped up efforts to contain a rapidly spre…

Geopolitics

Hormuz | The strait where America stalled

The Hindu – World · India

The waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea has emerged as the most consequential battleground of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, with Tehran eff…

Geopolitics

Not all immigrants will have to leave U.S. to seek green cards: Report

The Hindu – World · India

The spokesperson pointed to people who overstay visas or come from countries whose citizens are heavy users of public assistance as groups that could be affect…

Geopolitics

Israel-Iran war LIVE: Lebanon PM denounces Israeli campaign as fresh strikes hit South

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. says capable of resuming war with Iran as deal remains elusive

Geopolitics

Ranveer Singh 'Don 3' row: Ram Gopal Varma questions FWICE action, says ‘it’s a kangaroo court’

Times of India – World · India

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has publicly supported Ranveer Singh amidst the 'Don 3' controversy, criticizing the FWICE's non-cooperation directive. Varma argued …

Geopolitics

International Peacekeepers Day: India underscores unflinching commitment to UN peacekeeping

The Hindu – World · India

The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers is marked annually on May 29, and India is among the largest troop-contributing countries which has deploy…

Geopolitics

India is 'powerful' and 'modernising' its military, says U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth

The Hindu – World · India

India is powerful and modernising its military while also maintaining a balance of power, particularly in the Indian Ocean., says U.S. Secretary of War Pete He…

Startups

Second edition of Namma Art Bengaluru festival celebrates pan-India creativity

Your Story · India

In this photo essay, we feature some highlights from the exhibition titled Mapping Periphery & Centre, along with curator insights.

Startups

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (May 29, 2026)

Your Story · India

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here’s the roundup for Friday, May 29, 2026

Startups

Meet the 100 Desi DeepTechs shaping India’s frontier tech future

Your Story · India

Startup Policy Forum unveils the #100DesiDeepTechs cohort featuring India’s top founders across semiconductors, AI, robotics, biotech and space tech.

Tech & Startups

Today is the last day to apply to speak at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

TechCrunch · US

Submit your session topic before today ends for a chance to speak at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Apply now to share your insight and help shape the conversations …

General

Iran may have used Chinese missile to shoot down U.S. fighter jet, sources say

NBC News – World · US

The F-15 fighter that was shot down over southwestern Iran last month and set off a dangerous rescue mission was probably struck by a Chinese-made shoulder-lau…

Geopolitics

British Museum Postpones Jewish Cultural Event, Citing Threat of Disruption

The New York Times – World · US

The cancellation comes amid a rise in racial and religious crimes in Britain as well as growing sense of unease for some of London’s Jews.

Geopolitics

Israeli Troops Push Deeper Into Lebanon as Cease-Fire Talks Continue

The New York Times – World · US

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli ground forces had crossed Lebanon’s Litani River, as military officials from the two countries were set to meet …

Geopolitics

No, Not That Georgia. A.I. Compounds a Nation’s Identity Woes.

The New York Times – World · US

Online queries are more likely to turn up references to the U.S. state — a problem for the republic in the Caucasus and its people. But a move to drop the name…

Geopolitics

France’s Far Right Has 2 Leaders. They Don’t Always Have One Voice.

The New York Times – World · US

Marine Le Pen and her protégé, Jordan Bardella, lead presidential polls. They are united on curbing immigration but split recently on economic policy.

Geopolitics

HCs must pronounce judgment within 3 months of reserving verdict: SC

Times of India – World · India

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Geopolitics

Leaders of ASEAN nations to meet with Putin at June summit in Russia

The Hindu – World · India

Philippine Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro and Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov discussed “the prospects of expanding Russia's strategic partnership” with ASEA…

Geopolitics

India-U.S. ties have limitless potential, says Ambassador Sergio Gor

The Hindu – World · India

The envoy also said that the U.S. is recalibrating its policy on export controls and hinted that it could benefit boosting ties between the two countries in hi…

Geopolitics

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer reviews preparedness for June 18 Rajya Sabha polls

The Hindu – World · India

Election is being conducted as the term of one Rajya Sabha member representing Arunachal Pradesh is due to expire on June 23, says Chief Electoral Officer

Geopolitics

UN places Israel and Russia on sexual violence blacklist

The Hindu – World · India

Being added to the list does not automatically carry specific punitive measures such as sanctions, although public naming and shaming can ​cause significant re…

Geopolitics

India’s policy on Myanmar will be pragmatic, says official

The Hindu – World · India

Criticism aimed at Indian policymakers for engaging Myanmar’s President U Min Aung Hlaing will not deter Delhi from forging ties with the military-backed regim…

Geopolitics

Kenyan police arrest eight students on suspicion of arson after deadly girls’ school fire

The Hindu – World · India

Education Minister Julius Ogamba said the school's board of management had been dissolved and the principal would face disciplinary action for failing to compl…

Geopolitics

Israel-Iran war LIVE: Trump insists on red lines as Iran deal remains elusive

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. hails ‘productive’ talks between Israel and Lebanon’s military officials

Geopolitics

Trump ponders whether to move forward with Iran deal but hasn't yet decided

The Hindu – World · India

The official, who was not authorised to comment publicly and spoke on condition of anonymity, said Mr. Trump would only sign a deal that “satisfies his redline…

Geopolitics

Tenderness and Rage: how groups affected by HIV found power, comfort and joy in Aids activism

The Guardian – World · Europe

London exhibition explores how care and protest improved rights and dignity of those living with diseaseFrom photos of a mass “die-in” by Aids activists in Tra…

Geopolitics

Salman Khan acts as peacemaker in Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar's dispute over 'Don 3'

Times of India – World · India

Salman Khan is reportedly stepping in to mediate a brewing 'Don 3' dispute between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar, stemming from creative differences. The su…

Geopolitics

Down the rabbit hole: Bangladeshi buffalo 'Trump' pardoned – brief history of animal sacrifices

Times of India – World · India

We live in the era of viral animals, from Larry the Cat, the permanent fixture at 10 Downing Street, to Moo Deng, the cute pygmy hippo in Thailand, and Punch, …

Geopolitics

'If you want to walk far, walk together': DKS calls Siddaramaiah 'pillar of strength' in emotional note

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The Times of India's news desk operates 24/7 to deliver current and comprehensive news updates wo…

Startups

When the Tide Turns: The Practical Wisdom Behind “Never Give Up”

Your Story · India

“Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.” The line feels timely in an era of volatile markets, competitive exams

Geopolitics

How War Changed Eid in Lebanon

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

After nearly three years of war and displacement, Eid in Lebanon no longer feels like celebration for many families.

Geopolitics

Tense protests erupt outside Delaney Hall immigrant detention centre in US

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A hunger strike at the New Jersey facility has raised questions about conditions in US immigration detention centres.

Geopolitics

Iran war: Vance says deal close but 'not there yet'

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Vice President JD Vance said the US and Iran made progress on a deal but were "not there yet." Earlier media reports said negotiators reached an agreement, pen…

Geopolitics

British Museum postpones Jewish culture month lecture over protest fears

The Guardian – World · Europe

Decision draws criticism from some commentators and free speech advocates as well as Tory leader, Kemi BadenochThe British Museum has postponed a lecture for J…

Geopolitics

Austrian Man Convicted of Planning Attack at Taylor Swift Concert in Vienna

The New York Times – World · US

Prosecutors said the defendant plotted in 2024 to set off a bomb outside the concert, which was later canceled. He and another man were also convicted on separ…

Geopolitics

Norway Chess: Gukesh loses his last game to Carlsen; Divya's unbeaten streak ends

Times of India – World · India

World Champion D Gukesh suffered a 42-move classical defeat against World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen on the eve of his 20th birthday in Round 4 of Norway Chess 2026.…

Geopolitics

Matthew Perry's assistant gets more than three years in prison for central role in his ketamine death

The Hindu – World · India

Mathew Perry became a major TV star along with Courteney Cox, Jennifer Aniston, Matt LeBlanc, David Schwimmer and Lisa Kudrow on “Friends”, NBC's megahit sitco…

Geopolitics

Russia will not choose who speaks for Europe in potential Ukraine talks, EU ministers say

The Hindu – World · India

The European Ministers stressed the need for a unified EU stance before any negotiations with Moscow

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