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Geopolitics

Alibaba sues Pentagon, rare earth truce tested, Taiwan arms: 7 US-China relations reads

South China Morning Post – World · China

We have selected seven of the most interesting and important news stories covering US-China relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of…

Geopolitics

Algeria's parliamentary vote raises questions on real change

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Seven years after the pro-democracy Hirak protests, Algeria is electing a new parliament. Could the vote spark new political momentum or will it cement the sta…

Geopolitics

Canada to make Eurovision Song Contest debut in 2027

BBC News – World · Europe

The country becomes the first new participant since Australia joined the contest in 2015.

Geopolitics

Hydration breaks: The most controversial issue at the World Cup

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup have sparked debate in the stands, on the pitch, and far beyond.

Startups

Government reviews WhatsApp username feature over fraud concerns

Your Story · India

The government is reviewing WhatsApp's upcoming username feature over concerns it could enable impersonation and fraud. The scrutiny comes as the Meta-owned pl…

Tech & Startups

Lectric XPress2 Review (2026): A Heavy-Duty but Nimble Ebike

Wired · Global

This hefty but nimble and highly customizable ebike makes the journey as important as the destination. Get where you want, and have fun along the way.

Geopolitics

In the Strait of Hormuz, Iran draws its red lines

The Hindu – World · India

The strait, a critical energy and economic chokepoint connecting the Persian Gulf with the Arabian Sea through the Gulf of Oman, was open to international ship…

Geopolitics

Mainland Chinese tourists pack landmarks as Hong Kong marks 29th anniversary

South China Morning Post – World · China

Festive events and promotions across Hong Kong marking the 29th anniversary of its return to Chinese sovereignty have drawn large numbers of mainland tourists …

Geopolitics

Indonesian civil trainee deaths spur criticisms of Prabowo’s reliance on military drill

South China Morning Post – World · China

When Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto promised to build 80,000 village cooperatives across the archipelago, the aim was to drive rural growth, strengthen …

Startups

Delhi government notifies Delhi EV Policy 2026

Your Story · India

Under its EV policy, the Delhi government announced that all electric cars with an ex-showroom price of Rs 30 lakh or less registered in the National Capital w…

Tech & Startups

A Guided Tour of Donald Trump’s Renovated Washington, DC

Wired · Global

Trump has remade the nation’s capitol in his own image. Ahead of the Fourth of July, WIRED guides you through the dizzying effects of DC’s makeover.

Geopolitics

Mahathir and PAS demand Malay unity in Malaysia’s Johor poll

South China Morning Post – World · China

Malaysia’s Johor election has opened a new front in the country’s long-running racial politics, after former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad and Islamist party…

Geopolitics

‘More space, better service’: Hongkongers flock to mainland for July 1 holiday

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hongkongers poured across the border on Wednesday for a wider range of dining, shopping and family leisure options, seeking a short getaway on the public holid…

Geopolitics

Ireland set to take presidency of EU in Dublin opening ceremony – Europe live

The Guardian – World · Europe

Ireland’s tasks at helm of bloc include helping navigate talks on fresh Russia sanctions, and Ukraine and Moldova accessionUkraine’s Zelenskyy is expected to l…

Tech & Startups

7 Lesser-Known Google Account Settings You Should Change

Wired · Global

Adjust your options for things like account recovery, ad personalization, and which parts of your Google profile are shared publicly.

Geopolitics

Middle East updates: Iran, US to attend talks in Qatar

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Representatives from both countries will hold indirect meetings in Doha to discuss the next steps of the deal that would end the war between them. Follow DW fo…

Geopolitics

'Sham SIT and bogus FIR': Kejriwal claims real culprits of Ram Mandir donation scam being shielded

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The Times of India's (TOI) news desk operates 24/7 to deliver current and comprehensive news. • T…

Geopolitics

FIFA World Cup: Mexico become first team since Italy in 1990 to ...

Times of India – World · India

Mexico have achieved a historic feat at the FIFA World Cup 2026, becoming the first team since 1990 to win their opening four matches without conceding a goal.…

Geopolitics

Delhi EV Policy 2026: Financial incentives, digital transparency and key changes explained

Times of India – World · India

Delhi has officially launched its Electric Vehicles Policy 2026, effective July 1, 2026, aiming to boost EV adoption and improve air quality until March 2030. …

Geopolitics

U.S. deports first migrant to Pacific nation Palau

The Hindu – World · India

“We welcomed our first individual at the airport in late May, brought him to his temporary residence and helped him connect his phone and settle in,” the Palau…

Geopolitics

‘Witch-hunt’ in Niger as military regime rounds up LGBTQ+ population

The Guardian – World · Europe

Fears of resurgence of HIV/Aids amid loss of access to PrEP drugs as at least 40 people arrested in ‘toxic’ climateA “witch-hunt” is under way in Niger, where …

Geopolitics

Turkey as a Tango Destination? A Reporter Was Living That Story.

The New York Times – World · US

A Times journalist profiled Istanbul’s thriving tango scene after finding herself transformed by the dance.

Geopolitics

Iran prepares grand funeral for late supreme leader killed on war’s first day

South China Morning Post – World · China

Giant portraits of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s late supreme leader killed in US-Israeli air strikes, have been hung from Tehran’s Grand Mosalla as workers r…

Geopolitics

Creatives sound alarm on copyright as Pocock calls $50bn datacentre proposal ‘ultimate dirty deal’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Proposal has been put to cabinet to allow AI companies to mine content, in exchange for investment and $350m fund to compensate artists, sources sayFollow our …

Geopolitics

IndiGo starts new no check-in bag fares after Air India’s no meal option

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Determine monthly loan installments using a calculator. • Estimate returns from Systematic Invest…

Geopolitics

US cracks down on 'birth tourism', warns of visa fraud, money laundering charges: What it means

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers sifts through global events to bring the latest …

Geopolitics

Chinese PhD graduate invites favourite eatery owners to graduation via delivery order

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Chinese PhD graduate invited his favourite eatery’s owners to his graduation ceremony via a delivery order, receiving enthusiastic response from his invitees…

Geopolitics

Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries plunge Russia into a summer fuel crisis

The Hindu – World · India

Ukrainian officials describe the strikes as a campaign to pressure Moscow to end the war by undermining its military logistics and supply lines and weakening i…

Geopolitics

‘More important than WC’: Mbappe's tribute to Deschamps after coach’s mother’s death

Times of India – World · India

Kylian Mbappé's emotional tribute to head coach Didier Deschamps, who returned after his mother's passing, highlighted France's unity as they secured a World C…

Geopolitics

‘I did nothing wrong’: Sweden’s migration regime hardens, upending lives

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Once a European nation receiving large numbers of refugees and migrants, Sweden completes a decade-long overhaul.

Geopolitics

'Surya gave me inputs': Shreyas reveals Suryakumar's advice before England series

Times of India – World · India

Shreyas Iyer's Team India faces England in a five-match T20I series, aiming to rebound from a surprising loss to Ireland. Iyer emphasized a fearless, aggressiv…

Geopolitics

Gojek co-founder, turned Indonesian Education Minister jailed for 10 years

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Gojek co-founder and former Education Minister Nadiem Makarim has been sentenced to 10 years in prison.

Tech & Startups

The “Father of the Internet” is finally retiring

TechCrunch · US

Vinton Cerf, one of the creators of the protocols underlying the internet, will step down as Google's chief internet evangelist next week.

Geopolitics

Trump gains $1.4bn from crypto: How digital currency investment expanded US president's fortunes

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI Business Desk provides up-to-date business news from around the world to Times of India r…

Geopolitics

Chargers, Panthers emerge as favorites for Commanders star Daron Payne

Times of India – World · India

Daron Payne's future with the Commanders hangs in the balance as he enters the final year of his substantial contract. With a new coaching staff and defensive …

Geopolitics

As one of America's top VC predicts that 'crash is coming'; Elon Musk responds

Times of India – World · India

A prominent venture capitalist is advocating for a stock market crash, arguing it's a necessary catalyst for technological advancement. He believes the current…

Geopolitics

UBTech’s lifelike humanoid robots built for companionship arriving in homes across China

South China Morning Post – World · China

UBTech Robotics, the world’s first publicly traded humanoid robot maker, has launched a consumer humanoid designed for personal companionship, featuring lifeli…

Geopolitics

Southeast Asia’s homegrown artists are knocking K-pop off its pedestal

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Drawing lessons from the global success of K-Pop, the region is finding its own voice in a new generation of artists.

Geopolitics

'Coaches & players were informed': FIFA breaks silence on VAR ruling after Germany's exit

Times of India – World · India

FIFA has defended a controversial VAR decision that disallowed Germany's extra-time goal against Paraguay in their World Cup exit. Referees chief Pierluigi Col…

Geopolitics

West Asia war LIVE: Iran was unable to export 'single barrel of oil' during U.S. blockade

The Hindu – World · India

We are pursuing dialogue, but if it is not implemented, we are also prepared for war and will respond accordingly, said Iran's Chief negotiator, Mohammad Baghe…

Geopolitics

7 dead, 15 injured as bus catches fire after collision on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway

Times of India – World · India

Tragedy struck the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Dausa early Wednesday as a private bus veered off the road into a gorge after colliding with a trailer, claiming …

Geopolitics

Anthropic says US lifts export ban on its advanced AI tools

BBC News – World · Europe

Fable and Mythos were abruptly suspended in June over concerns that they could be used by hackers.

Geopolitics

Pakistan accuses India of water ‘weaponisation’ over Indus treaty suspension

South China Morning Post – World · China

Islamabad has warned that any attempt by India to deprive Pakistan of its share of water under the Indus Waters Treaty would amount to the “weaponisation of wa…

Geopolitics

Mexican fans keep Ecuador’s team awake before World Cup showdown

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Mexican fans gathered outside Ecuador’s team hotel using loudspeakers, horns and motorcycles to disturb their rest.

Geopolitics

Iran war live: Qatar’s PM meets US envoys; Tehran holds firm on conditions

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran says talks on a final deal will not begin until hostilities end in Lebanon and US releases frozen Iranian funds.

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