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Geopolitics

Founder of Asian super-app Gojek sentenced to 10 years in jail for corruption

BBC News – World · Europe

The case against Gojek founder Nadiem Makarim stemmed from a laptop deal during his term as Indonesia's education minister.

Geopolitics

At the World Cup, the media has set up a moral checkpoint

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

While US and European players just get to play football, Global South footballers are questioned about politics.

Geopolitics

East Timor targets closer Asean-Greater Bay Area ties to spur economic growth

South China Morning Post – World · China

East Timor is seeking to turn closer ties between Asean and China’s Greater Bay Area into investment and technology opportunities, even as the bloc’s newest me…

Geopolitics

FIFA World Cup: DHS secretary celebrates Iran's exit with ‘happy dance’

The Hindu – World · India

Iran barely missed out on reaching ​the knockout rounds of the tournament; they drew all three of their matches in Group G and finished ‌as the ninth-best thir…

Geopolitics

Bereaved mother says England maternity commissioner role would be ‘fundamentally dangerous’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Emily Barley, founder of Maternity Safety Alliance, says recommendation in Amos report will not solve wider cultural problemsThe appointment of a national mate…

Geopolitics

Monaco parcel bomb blast severely wounds Ukrainian oligarch

The Guardian – World · Europe

Source says Vadym Yermolaiev was one of two adults left with life-threatening injuries after apartment blast on MondayA parcel bomb blast wounded a Ukrainian o…

Geopolitics

Social media calculator: How much of your life is spent on social media?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The average user spends roughly two hours, 39 minutes on social media daily, adding up to more than 40 days a year.

Geopolitics

Jio IPO: What is Project Jupiter? How Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance worked behind closed doors for India's biggest offering

Times of India – World · India

Reliance engaged with regulators to secure greater flexibility in IPO rules, encouraging key investors to divest their holdings, and designing the country's la…

Geopolitics

In 2011, Shanghai–Beijing high-speed rail link officially began operations – SCMP archive

South China Morning Post – World · China

This article was first published on July 1, 2011 Plane beats train, but winning isn’t everything by Will Clem, Shi Jiangtao Two South China Morning Post report…

Geopolitics

No need to share numbers as WhatsApp set to introduce new feature for texting

South China Morning Post – World · China

WhatsApp, one of Hong Kong’s most popular messaging apps, will soon no longer require users to share their phone numbers before they start texting. Starting th…

Geopolitics

SIR begins in Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka & more: What if your house is locked? Key FAQs answered

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI News Desk is a team of dedicated journalists working around the clock. • They deliver cur…

Geopolitics

Queensland government admits vulnerable children slept on floor of public service offices

The Guardian – World · Europe

LNP denies claims that recent changes to child safety practices have led to an increase in the use of office spaceFollow our Australia news live blog for lates…

Geopolitics

Attempts to question FATF’s credibility often reflect fear of scrutiny: India at UN

The Hindu – World · India

India’s Permanent Representative to the UN Parvathaneni Harish said that countries facing adverse assessments should address the identified deficiencies, stren…

Geopolitics

Singapore catches e-bike rider in viral ‘Superman’ stunt video

South China Morning Post – World · China

Singapore authorities have caught a rider seen in a viral video striking a “Superman” pose while riding an e-bike in the latest of a series of crackdowns. In t…

Geopolitics

'Name on letterhead doesn’t matter': US envoy Gor on Indo-Pacific Command renaming row

Times of India – World · India

US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, dismissed concerns over the renaming of the Indo-Pacific Command, emphasizing that the "name on the letterhead" is less imp…

Geopolitics

South Africa on edge ahead of anti-migrant protests

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Anti-immigrant groups have set June 30 as an unofficial deadline for undocumented migrants to leave, with protests planned across South Africa. Large numbers o…

Geopolitics

US envoy recalls Trump wanting to call 'friend' PM Modi at 6am: 'He doesn’t sleep, he's like me'

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. • The tea…

Geopolitics

Myanmar jade mine landslide kills five, 15 missing

The Hindu – World · India

Hpakant has also witnessed vicious combat in recent months between the Myanmar military and opposition forces, vying for control of jade mining operations

Geopolitics

'I'm throwing my 100% support': Stokes names Brook as preferred successor

Times of India – World · India

Ben Stokes has unequivocally backed Harry Brook as his successor to captain England's Test side. Despite a recent decision to appoint Joe Root in Stokes' absen…

Geopolitics

Passenger jet reports striking drone approaching JFK airport to land

South China Morning Post – World · China

A passenger jet reported striking a drone while approaching JFK International Airport on Monday, and just hours later, a helicopter pilot alerted a close call …

Geopolitics

Chinese tycoon Guo Wengui sentenced to 30 years in US prison for fraud

The Guardian – World · Europe

Guo Wengui, who gained fans for criticising China’s Communist party, was found guilty in 2024 on nine charges including money launderingA US federal court has …

Geopolitics

WhatsApp will allow users to go by usernames instead of phone numbers, closing a privacy loophole

The Hindu – World · India

WhatsApp users will soon have the option to use usernames instead of phone numbers

Geopolitics

Trump tells US petrol retailers to reduce prices ‘immediately’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US president warns of 'big problems' if retailers do not cut prices at the pumps, condemns illegal gouging.

Geopolitics

No plans on handover day? SCMP breaks down Hong Kong’s biggest July 1 deals

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong is rolling out a series of discounts, shopping perks, giveaways and countless deals to celebrate the 29th anniversary of the city’s return to Chinese…

Geopolitics

Japan says ready to act as yen hits 40-year low

The Hindu – World · India

The yen sank past 161.96 per dollar in London trade on Monday (June 29, 2026) for the first time since 1986

Geopolitics

'Once-in-a-generation player': Latham, Root pay heartfelt tributes to Stokes

Times of India – World · India

England's star all-rounder Ben Stokes has bid farewell to Test cricket, announcing his retirement after a memorable career. Despite a loss in his final match a…

Geopolitics

Trump: US envoys enroute to Doha for ‘perhaps important’ Iran meeting

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

President Donald Trump said US negotiators are heading to Qatar for what he called a ‘perhaps important’ meeting.

Geopolitics

Apple iPhone 18 Pro data leak: Tata Electronics breach exposes key components

Times of India – World · India

A major ransomware attack on Tata Electronics has exposed sensitive Apple supply chain data, including details of upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models and component s…

Geopolitics

West Asia war LIVE: U.S. and Iran pause strikes but disagree over next steps on talks

The Hindu – World · India

Pakistan, also a key mediator, had said talks between Iran and the U.S. would resume Tuesday (June 30)

Geopolitics

US-Iran War News Live Updates: PM Modi speaks with Iran’s Pezeshkian on ‘freedom of navigation’ in Hormuz, bats for lasting peace

Indian Express – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian about rec…

Geopolitics

'Staying away will be the hardest': Tendulkar's message to Stokes after retirement

Times of India – World · India

Sachin Tendulkar led heartfelt tributes to Ben Stokes following his retirement from international cricket. Tendulkar lauded Stokes' fearless approach, match-wi…

Geopolitics

Germany out of World Cup after loss on penalties to Paraguay

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Germany lost in dramatic fashion against Paraguay in Boston to exit the 2026 World Cup at the first knockout stage.

Geopolitics

What do we know about the shooting in Stade, Germany?

BBC News – World · Europe

The BBC's Jessica Parker reports from the scene of the shooting that killed six people in northern Germany.

Geopolitics

Australian police close in on ‘Scorpio’, mystery author of threatening letters to high-profile people

The Guardian – World · Europe

Federal and NSW police say more than 100 letters sent to MPs and community leaders since 2015Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our brea…

Geopolitics

Union minister Pabitra Margherita, Bihar governor to go for Khamenei’s state funeral

Times of India – World · India

Here is a summary of the article in 4 clear bullet points: • Bihar Governor Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (Retd) may attend the funeral of a prominent figure. • Jun…

Geopolitics

'Everything has taken its toll': Stokes opens up on 'negative effects' of leading England

Times of India – World · India

The England captain announced on Sunday, in the middle of the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge, that he would retire from international cricket a…

Geopolitics

Brittany Mahomes shares heartfelt promise inspired by Patrick Mahomes

Times of India – World · India

Brittany Mahomes says becoming a mother has made her more ambitious and intentional about pursuing her goals. She hopes her children, Sterling, Bronze, and Gol…

Geopolitics

Top U.S. court upholds ‘$5 million’ Trump sex assault judgment

The Hindu – World · India

In May 2023, the federal civil court in Manhattan found Mr. Trump liable for a "sexual assault" on E. Jean Carroll, the former newspaper columnist, in a New Yo…

Geopolitics

Transparency, standards and a new commissioner – but does the maternity review go far enough?

The Guardian – World · Europe

Amos review sets out recommendations for government, but falls short on systemic racism and traumatic birthsEngland to get powerful maternity commissioner afte…

Geopolitics

England to get powerful maternity commissioner after ‘shocking’ failings

The Guardian – World · Europe

Health secretary announces move after Amos review finds childbirth and neonatal care in need of ‘urgent reform’Analysis: Transparency, standards and a new comm…

Geopolitics

Ukrainian oligarch among 3 wounded in ‘deliberate’ Monaco explosion

South China Morning Post – World · China

A blast from an explosive device wounded Ukrainian oligarch Vadym Yermolaiev and two others in Monaco on Monday, authorities said, in a “deliberate” act unprec…

Geopolitics

Australian football legend Sam Kerr signs with Gotham FC after Chelsea exit

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Kerr signs with the NWSL champions until 2030, returning to the US league after six years spent with Chelsea in England.

Geopolitics

Chinese Venezuelans turn community networks into lifeline after earthquakes

South China Morning Post – World · China

Lutao Cen was swimming off Margarita Island, where he has lived for four decades, when twin earthquakes measuring above magnitude 7 struck northern Venezuela w…

Geopolitics

Trump says U.S.-Iran meeting to take place in Qatar as Tehran denies any sit-down in coming days

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump's adviser and son-in-law Jared Kushner "will be flying to Doha for high-level meetings this week", White House said

Geopolitics

Hurricanes, Panthers emerge as top trade fits for $59M Jets star

Times of India – World · India

The Winnipeg Jets star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck has found his name among trade rumors even though he has five seasons remaining with the team, ahead of the…

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