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Geopolitics

JD Vance claims US holds all the cards in Iran and will win ‘either way’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Vice-president appeared on Bill Maher’s show hours before more military strikes were exchanged in strait of HormuzJD Vance said on Friday that the US wins “eit…

Geopolitics

In Caracas, this feels like the hardest moment in Venezuela's modern history

BBC News – World · Europe

Rescue teams are working ceaselessly to reach those trapped under rubble. But as hope fades, anger is growing.

Geopolitics

Children embrace Cornish language as it enjoys ‘remarkable resurgence’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Go Cornish Celebration engages younger generation as council finalises strategy to boost everyday use of Kernewek Seven-year-old Albie, a pupil at Trewirgie in…

Geopolitics

Trump likely to visit India in 2027: Rubio

The Hindu – World · India

“I look forward to returning myself before the end of the year and setting up a Presidential visit in the early parts of next year,” Mr. Rubio said

Tech & Startups

Security News This Week: LastPass Users Had Their Data Stolen—Again

Wired · Global

Plus: Former national security advisor John Bolton pleads guilty in classified-materials case, Microsoft helps take down major infostealer infrastructure, and …

Geopolitics

Pakistan emerged as ‘peacemaker’ after mediating Iran-U.S. deal: Shehbaz Sharif

The Hindu – World · India

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that Pakistan was navigating conflicts and multi-faceted security challenges, marked by a dangerous combination of internati…

Geopolitics

Affogato and Rendang on the Menu in Canada’s High Arctic

The New York Times – World · US

The menu offerings at Kuugaq Café, owned by immigrants from the Philippines, speaks to the increasing diversity of Cambridge Bay, Nunavut.

General

A historical feud threatens a key wartime alliance for Ukraine

NBC News – World · US

Poland says it’s taking a stand over a bloody massacre.

Geopolitics

Thousands pack Hong Kong’s Tsim Sha Tsui promenade for annual dragon boat races

South China Morning Post – World · China

Thousands of spectators and paddlers have descended on Hong Kong’s Tsim Sha Tsui promenade to cheer and compete as the 50th anniversary of the city’s annual In…

Geopolitics

Somali intelligence helps US arrest alleged ringleader of Minnesota fraud

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US prosecutors reach into Somalia for a key suspect in US fraud case.

Geopolitics

U.S. allows limited access to Anthropic’s Mythos AI model

The Hindu – World · India

Access to Mythos 5 had been blocked by U.S. authorities due to concerns about national security

Geopolitics

Iran Guards say targeted U.S. sites in response to strikes: state TV

The Hindu – World · India

The U.S. military had earlier announced that it had struck targets in Iran in response to an attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, which it at…

Geopolitics

Utah declares state of emergency, restricts fireworks as U.S. largest wildfire grows

The Hindu – World · India

The National Weather Service issued a rare “Particularly Dangerous Situation” warning as dry, windy conditions provided fuel for more fires across the western …

Geopolitics

West Asia war LIVE: U.S. and Iran trade strikes, putting new strain on ceasefire

The Hindu – World · India

Israel, Lebanon sign framework agreement with U.S. in ‘first step’ toward peace, says Rubio

Geopolitics

Magnitude 6.5 quake hits off southern Philippines

The Hindu – World · India

The 7.8-magnitude tremor that hit Mindanao on June 8 brought down buildings, triggered landslides and displaced thousands on the southern island, while also se…

Geopolitics

Talking when you eat is bad for you, and other Chinese beliefs

South China Morning Post – World · China

“What did your family talk about at the dinner table?” Snug under the Tuscan sun, at a writing retreat on a permaculture farm outside Florence, I was ready to …

Geopolitics

California appeals court upholds Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction, but says he must be resentenced

The Hindu – World · India

The decision came a day after prosecutors in New York decided Weinstein would not face a fourth trial , dropping the #MeToo-era case after the accuser said she…

Geopolitics

Egypt vs Iran LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Live updates, score and commentary stream as Mohamed Salah's Egypt play Iran in the final group match in Seattle.

Geopolitics

Trump attacks Democrats as ‘godless communists’ in test of midterms message

The Guardian – World · Europe

President seizes on wins by Mamdani-backed candidates to warn darkly of threat to ‘traditional American way of life’Donald Trump has previewed a Republican str…

Geopolitics

Migrant Camps Swell in South Africa Amid Growing Anti-Immigrant Threats

The New York Times – World · US

A threat to all undocumented foreigners to leave the country by Tuesday has led many to set up street camps as they try to get out.

Geopolitics

Congo files ICJ case against Rwanda over decades of violence in eastern Congo

The Hindu – World · India

Congo accused Rwanda of breaching international conventions on genocide, racial discrimination, discrimination against women and torture

Geopolitics

UN rights chief calls for probe into migrant deaths in US detention centres

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Deaths of immigrants held in US detention centres have surged during Donald Trump's second term.

Geopolitics

Beijing’s ties with Bangladesh does not target any third party, says Chinese Foreign Ministry

The Hindu – World · India

China expressed support to Bangladesh to take up the comprehensive Teesta river project; Rahman conveys Dhaka’s commitment to ‘one China’ policy; earlier China…

Geopolitics

Venezuela Earthquake: Survivors sleep in cars and under trees as they question where they’ll live after the earthquakes

The Hindu – World · India

Thousands of Venezuelans left suddenly homeless have since poured into parks, plazas and even the shoulders of blocked highways, looking for a place to lay the…

Geopolitics

Mother dies saving daughter in Venezuela earthquakes

BBC News – World · Europe

Héctor Bello wrote on social media that "you gave your own life for our daughter" in the quakes which killed at least 920 people.

Geopolitics

The Moment One Venezuelan Survivor Was Pulled From a Flattened Building

The New York Times – World · US

Graciela Mora was with a friend when earthquakes hit northern Venezuela. Video captured the moment she was rescued.

Geopolitics

EU to refuse military-age Ukrainian men refugee protection

The Hindu – World · India

Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The European Union proposed stopping granting refugee protection to Ukrainian men of fighting ag…

Geopolitics

Watch: Eight arrested over Ram temple donations scandal | Above the Fold | 26.06.2026

The Hindu – World · India

From arrests over the alleged embezzlement of Ram temple donations and a standoff between Nihang Sikhs and the police in Uttarakhand, to the release of the nam…

Geopolitics

Balochistan activist's life sentence raises fear of unrest

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

With the conviction of a leading rights campaigner, Pakistan has drawn criticism from rights groups and sparked fears it could deepen unrest in Balochistan and…

Geopolitics

What do genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity mean?

The Hindu – World · India

International criminal law defines genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes and recognises that these offences may be committed against children and p…

Startups

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (June 26, 2026)

Your Story · India

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Friday, June 26, 2026.

Geopolitics

U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling to end protections for Haitian, Syrian immigrants could have broader impact

The Hindu – World · India

The Supreme Court ’s decision allowing President Donald Trump’s administration to end temporary legal protections for Haitian and Syrian immigrants may affect …

Geopolitics

United States at 250

South China Morning Post – World · China

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • The US is marking its 250th anniversary, but faces a new reality with China dominating the t…

Geopolitics

Ukraine hits Russian chemical plant again, reports say, in heavy overnight drone attack

The Hindu – World · India

Regional governor Dmitry ‌Milyayev said an industrial facility in Novomoskovsk, 200 km (125 miles) south of ‌Moscow, had been damaged

Startups

At Atlassian Unleash, AI speed reinforced tough parameters of context, trust and resilience

Your Story · India

At Atlassian Unleash, leaders examined how organisations must rebuild workflows, accountability and engineering foundations as software creation accelerates fr…

Geopolitics

West Asia war LIVE: 'Very strong' nuclear verification needed in Iran after war, says IAEA head

The Hindu – World · India

Attack on ship in Hormuz leads UN to halt evacuation plan for trapped sailors

Geopolitics

Bangladesh urges China to reduce trade gap

The Hindu – World · India

Tarique Rahman is on a three-day trip to China, which ‌began on June 24, his first visit to the country since he became Prime Minister

Geopolitics

Those who target schools, children with impunity must be held into account: India tells UNSC

The Hindu – World · India

The United Nations verified 38,558 grave violations, which affected 24,174 children in 2025 (15,493 boys, 7,990 girls, 691 sex unknown), the highest number of …

Geopolitics

'Meet your next federal budget director’: JD Vance jokes after Usha Vance buys $50 dress for $8.75

Times of India – World · India

US Vice President JD Vance playfully nominated his wife, Usha Vance, as the next federal budget director after she highlighted a bargain maternity dress purcha…

Geopolitics

Venezuela earthquake LIVE updates: Death toll climbs to 235

The Hindu – World · India

The number of dead and injured is expected to rise with thousands reported missing after the 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes

Geopolitics

Malaysia’s Umno in tough spot ahead of Johor vote after veteran claims royal interference

South China Morning Post – World · China

Malaysia’s ruling Malay party has been drawn into a sensitive palace row on the eve of Johor’s nomination day after a veteran figure quit Umno and accused the …

Startups

Meet Arjun Shetty, the fitness entrepreneur training clients across the world

Your Story · India

After his cricketing career, Arjun Shetty channelled his passion for sport into fitness and founded Ace with Arjun, an online fitness training platform focused…

Geopolitics

'Throw her from the same fort if she's guilty': Accused Siya Goyal's mother

Times of India – World · India

Accused Siya Goyal's mother, Pooja Goyal, on Thursday demanded stringent punishment for her daughter in connection with the alleged murder of businessman Ketan…

Geopolitics

Massive explosion rocks Agartala apartment, several injured; bomb squad at spot

Times of India – World · India

A powerful explosion rocked an Agartala apartment building on Ramnagar Road No. 4 Wednesday, injuring several residents and causing significant damage. The bla…

Geopolitics

Chinese man changes locks on vacant flat, sells it to unsuspecting couple for US$103,000

South China Morning Post – World · China

A man in eastern China deceived long-time friends out of over 700,000 yuan (US$103,000) by changing the lock on a random vacant flat and posing as its owner to…

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