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Geopolitics

Anshula Kapoor wedding: Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor to host mehendi ceremony - details

Times of India – World · India

Ahead of her July 6 wedding to Rohan Thakkar, sisters Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor have secretly planned an intimate mehendi celebration

Geopolitics

As Xi Looks to Extend His Rule, He Leans on a Longtime Ally

The New York Times – World · US

Xi Jinping is preparing to extend his rule as China’s leader and bring fresh blood into the Communist Party elite. Cai Qi is the man he’s tasking to help.

Geopolitics

Hong Kong restaurants spend to welcome furry diners under pet-friendly scheme

South China Morning Post – World · China

Pet strollers, partitions and pre-dining briefings for customers are among the measures Hong Kong restaurants are taking ahead of the launch of a scheme allowi…

Geopolitics

Cathay Pacific aircraft evacuated after smoke reported in cabin on landing

South China Morning Post – World · China

All crew and passengers have been safely evacuated from a Cathay Pacific Airways flight from India after smoke was reported inside the cabin of the aircraft af…

Geopolitics

A name, a document, a future: Cameroon’s fight to register every child

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Efforts to expand birth registration in Cameroon are gaining ground, but millions of children remain undocumented.

Geopolitics

Gaganyaan mission: Isro's parachute test vehicle clears first ground test

Times of India – World · India

India's space agency, ISRO, has successfully tested the solid motor for its new SOLVE launch vehicle, a crucial step for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight progra…

Geopolitics

India's passport ranking slips, misses top 100 again: Who is in top 10?

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI Business Desk provides the latest business news from around the world to readers of The T…

Geopolitics

Fireworks light up New York City to mark 250 years of US independence

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Fireworks lit up the New York City skyline as America marked its 250th anniversary.

Geopolitics

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi makes history at 15, but why isn't he the youngest ever?

Times of India – World · India

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made history on Saturday, becoming India's youngest international cricketer and the second-youngest debutant among Full M…

Geopolitics

British GP 2026: Antonelli claims pole after sprint win, Hamilton misses out

Times of India – World · India

Silverstone witnessed a thrilling start to the British Grand Prix weekend, with Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli securing pole position for Sunday's race. Despit…

Geopolitics

Trump offers to help end Ukraine war during 90-minute call with Putin, Zelenskyy

Times of India – World · India

US President Trump has offered to help resolve the Ukraine conflict following separate calls with Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. Wh…

Geopolitics

Trump delays $5m sexual abuse payout to Jean Carroll; latter senses conspiracy

Times of India – World · India

Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers brings you latest global news and diverse perspecti…

Geopolitics

Ukraine hits Russian oil terminal; smoke rises over St Petersburg facility - watch

Times of India – World · India

Ukrainian drones targeted an oil terminal in St. Petersburg and military sites near the Baltic coast overnight, escalating attacks on Russia's energy sector. G…

Geopolitics

South Korea’s World Cup loss spurs anger over ‘cartel’ of elites, favouritism

South China Morning Post – World · China

When South Korea’s national football team returned home on Tuesday after their shock group-stage exit from the 2026 World Cup tournament, the fury of fans was …

Geopolitics

Asean monitors: ‘simply theatre’ in Thai-Cambodian narrative war?

South China Morning Post – World · China

Asean military observers have now visited both sides of the Thai-Cambodian frontier, measuring damage and recording claims as Bangkok and Phnom Penh continue t…

Geopolitics

Trump vows to deliver US 250th birthday speech despite storm threat

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump said on Saturday he would deliver a speech to mark the country’s 250th anniversary on the National Mall “no matter what”, as summer t…

Geopolitics

'Arey achcha toh chal raha hai': Suryakumar's response to India question goes viral

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI Sports Desk reports on various sports including cricket, football, tennis, badminton, hockey,…

Geopolitics

Govt sends notice to Telegram over pirated films, shows

Times of India – World · India

Authorities have issued a stern notice to Telegram, demanding proactive measures against the rampant circulation of pirated films and shows. The government ins…

Geopolitics

Denmark’s century-old Fourth of July party looks different this year.

The New York Times – World · US

Overshadowed by President Trump’s threats to seize Greenland, a Danish territory, the event removed U.S. officials from the program and saw protests arrive.

Geopolitics

Canada Has a New Obsession: Soccer

The New York Times – World · US

A surprising World Cup run ended on Saturday against Morocco, but the Canadian successes, as a team and a host, are likely to endure.

Geopolitics

Masses of Iranians defy heatwave on second day of Khamenei’s funeral

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran has marked the second day of funeral processions for its late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

Geopolitics

Momentary Unity at a Funeral Masks Deep Divisions Among Iran’s Leaders

The New York Times – World · US

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei’s absence has raised questions inside Iranian political circles about who is really running the country and allowed open divisions t…

Geopolitics

Lebanon’s Aoun calls on US to keep ‘always standing beside’ his country

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

In a congratulatory message on US Independence Day, Aoun says he hopes Lebanon can 'open a new page of hope'.

Geopolitics

J&K: Gunshots heard during search operation in Shopian

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • A cordon and search operation took place in Saidpora, Shopian district, south Kashmir on Sat…

Geopolitics

Trump hints Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu may visit US as early as next week

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The visit would mark Netanyahu's seventh visit to the US since Trump returned to office for a second term as president.

Geopolitics

Tens of thousands march in London for annual Pride parade

The Guardian – World · Europe

More than 35,000 people from about 600 groups made their way from Hyde Park Corner to Whitehall via PiccadillyTens of thousands of people marched through centr…

Geopolitics

Dior dress, Adam Sandler and a man of honour: What we know about Taylor and Travis's wedding

BBC News – World · Europe

The couple tied the knot in New York on Friday, after months of speculation about when, where and how it would happen.

Geopolitics

Injury ends Williams' Wimbledon comeback

BBC News – World · Europe

Serena Williams pulls out of her planned Wimbledon doubles appearance with older sister Venus because of a knee injury.

Geopolitics

In a pickle: US pickle company pulls out of DC fair over Confederate flag

The Guardian – World · Europe

Mt Olive Pickle Company says it was unaware image of flag was included in exhibit, and cites value of ‘human dignity’A leading vendor of the US delicacy that i…

Geopolitics

Trump seeks to put himself centre stage for US Independence Day

South China Morning Post – World · China

President Donald Trump will headline US Independence Day celebrations on Saturday with a speech and a show that seek to place him at the centre of the nation’s…

Geopolitics

BBC in Tehran as mourners gather for former supreme leader's funeral

BBC News – World · Europe

Iranian authorities say they expect millions of people to take part in funeral commemorations for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Tech & Startups

Submit Your Questions: Inside The World of Online Romance Scams

Wired · Global

The Yahoo Boys author Carlos Barragán will join Kate Knibbs to answer your questions about Nigeria's romance scammers.

Geopolitics

India’s P-8i maritime patrol aircraft in Hawaii for RIMPAC exercise

The Hindu – World · India

RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of se…

Geopolitics

UK woman, 21, arrested in Thailand after allegedly stabbing boyfriend to death

The Guardian – World · Europe

Officers found body of 34-year-old man in luxury rental home in Pattaya area, local media saysA 21-year-old British woman has been arrested in Thailand after a…

Geopolitics

Venezuela FM visits Indian field hospital; expresses gratitude for earthquake relief work

The Hindu – World · India

Working alongside Venezuelan authorities, Indian rescue and medical teams are providing emergency medical care and conducting search and rescue missions, the I…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong police arrest driver after high-speed chase ends in 5-vehicle crash

South China Morning Post – World · China

Police have arrested a man on suspicion of dangerous driving and trafficking dangerous drugs after he fled a stop and led officers on a high-speed chase across…

Geopolitics

For Cape Verde, There’s Victory in Their World Cup Defeat

The New York Times – World · US

The tiny African nation was eliminated from the World Cup by one of soccer’s biggest powers, Argentina, but there was still plenty to celebrate.

Geopolitics

Hong Kong Legco chief urges higher standards after lawmaker’s drink-driving arrest

South China Morning Post – World · China

The president of Hong Kong’s legislature has urged fellow members to be “more rigorous in their conduct” to meet society’s expectations after a lawmaker resign…

Geopolitics

Will Iran’s New Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, Attend His Father’s Funeral?

The New York Times – World · US

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen in public since March, after his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in an Israeli strike.

Geopolitics

Instructor arrested after diver seriously injured by boat propeller

South China Morning Post – World · China

A 27-year-old diver has suffered serious facial injuries after being struck by a boat propeller off a Hong Kong beach, while a windsurfing board hit a woman in…

Geopolitics

PLA Navy officer recalls dramatic Sudan evacuation at Hong Kong barracks open day

South China Morning Post – World · China

A PLA Navy officer who helped evacuate hundreds of Chinese nationals during the Sudanese civil war has recounted that many burst into tears upon arriving at th…

Tech & Startups

Security Roundup: Apple’s Hide My Email Service Fails to Hide Your Email

Wired · Global

Plus: Alleged Scattered Spider hacking member extradited, dozens of license plate reader errors, and Indian officials are concerned about WhatsApp’s username r…

Geopolitics

China’s influence on African ports extends to software, automation and AI: study

South China Morning Post – World · China

Chinese firms not only operate, finance or hold stakes in about one third of all ports in Africa, but Beijing now also controls the software, automation and ar…

Geopolitics

A Big Week in the West, Canada vs. Morocco, Trade and a Canada-U.S. Quiz

The New York Times – World · US

Prime Minister Mark Carney further diversified trade away from the U.S. this week by announcing multibillion dollar investments in Alberta and British Columbia.

Geopolitics

Pope visits Africa-Europe crossing as anti-migrant policies rise in US, EU

South China Morning Post – World · China

Pope Leo on Saturday visited Italy’s Lampedusa island, a major port of call for migrants risking the perilous crossing from Africa, in a stark message to US an…

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