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Tech & Startups

The Ebike Accessories You Need to Help You Haul the Most Stuff

Wired · Global

An unadorned ebike is a blank canvas. Here, get tips for maximizing its cargo-hauling and person-carrying capabilities.

Geopolitics

US government seizes hundreds of websites for illegally streaming FIFA World Cup matches

Times of India – World · India

US authorities have dismantled nearly 400 websites illegally streaming FIFA World Cup matches, a move aimed at disrupting criminal networks profiting from pira…

Geopolitics

Paul Hogan has reportedly called Pauline Hanson a ‘pelican’. Please explain?

The Guardian – World · Europe

Crocodile Dundee was held up by the One Nation leader as an exemplar of ‘Australian monoculture’. Hoges had other ideasGet our breaking news email, free app or…

Geopolitics

Experts offer tips to secure data after Mirror star Stanley Yau loses phone

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong boy band Mirror member Stanley Yau Sze-chun recently lost his iPhone in the city and was surprised to discover it had surfaced at a market in neighbo…

Geopolitics

Why India's AMCA still needs a US engine, and so do many of the world's fighters

Times of India – World · India

India's ambitious fifth-generation fighter jet program faces a significant hurdle as the cost of crucial US-made engines has reportedly tripled, jeopardizing t…

Geopolitics

Watch: Joe Biden struggles to find stage exit after speech targeting Donald Trump

Times of India – World · India

Former President Joe Biden delivered a strong speech attacking Donald Trump at a Maryland summit, criticizing his policies and calling them "vanity projects" a…

Geopolitics

'From seas to skies, India becoming self-reliant': PM Modi hails C-295 aircraft in 'Mann Ki Baat' 135th episode - top quotes

Times of India – World · India

In his recent Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Modi applauded India's significant progress in achieving self-reliance, especially in the domains of defence and avi…

Geopolitics

‘Enforcement mode’: Australia must take fight to tech giants to make social media ban stick, experts warn

The Guardian – World · Europe

Doubled penalties will have little effect if platforms not held to account for the content they carry, observers sayGet our breaking news email, free app or da…

Geopolitics

Siya Goyal, her 'lover' Chetan held multiple rehearsals before murder; cops recreate crime scene

Times of India – World · India

Two individuals, Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary, allegedly rehearsed Ketan Agrawal's murder multiple times before pushing him off a cliff at Lohagad Fort. Dri…

Geopolitics

Inside the Singapore travel trend that’s swarming China’s furniture capital

South China Morning Post – World · China

For a growing number of Singaporeans, furnishing a new home has become reason enough to book a holiday. Not the sort involving beach clubs or Michelin-starred …

Geopolitics

A Mayor Is Taking Maternity Leave in Japan. Some Men Are Furious.

The New York Times – World · US

Shoko Kawata is the first mayor to take maternity leave in Japan’s history. Her decision has prompted debate about gender discrimination in the work force.

Geopolitics

Pakistan rattles India with new Chinese-built stealth submarine

South China Morning Post – World · China

The last time Pakistan’s navy operated a submarine in the Bay of Bengal, India sank it. That was 1971. Fifty-five years on, Islamabad is signalling its intent …

Geopolitics

Gaurav Khanna-Akanksha Chamola divorce: When Anupamaa actor spoke about not having kids

Times of India – World · India

Television couple Gaurav Khanna and Akanksha Chamola are heading for divorce after a year of separation. Akanksha revealed the news on Lock Upp 2, stating the …

Geopolitics

Bangkok votes for governor as Chadchart eyes record term amid urban woes

South China Morning Post – World · China

Bangkok residents began voting on Sunday for governor of the Southeast Asian megacity, with Chadchart Sittipunt tipped to return to City Hall to steer a capita…

Geopolitics

China’s big trucks go electric and abroad as subsidies help pave road to net-zero freight

South China Morning Post – World · China

Domestic makers of heavy-duty trucks are emerging as the latest beneficiaries of accelerating electrification on China’s roads, as technological gains and lowe…

Geopolitics

Trainer aircraft propeller hits cadet pilot in Kanpur; girl hospitalised

Times of India – World · India

A serious safety incident occurred at a Kanpur flying school when a girl cadet pilot was instructed to exit a twin-engine trainer aircraft with its propellers …

Geopolitics

Hormuz got busy after months, now it's facing another roadblock

Times of India – World · India

Ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz surged briefly following US sanctions relief and a humanitarian evacuation effort. However, a fresh attack in the Gul…

Geopolitics

MEA cautions Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims against incomplete travel documents

Times of India – World · India

The Ministry of External Affairs strongly advises Indian travelers undertaking the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra to obtain all required Chinese visas and entry perm…

Geopolitics

Colombia top World Cup 2026 group after breathless 0-0 draw with Portugal

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Colombia book last 32 clash with Ghana, while Portugal will face Croatia in the first knockout stage.

Geopolitics

'Vigilant, lethal, and ready': US unleashes fresh strikes on 10 Iranian military targets — video

Times of India – World · India

US forces launched strikes on 10 Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz following an Iranian drone attack on a commercial oil tanker. The operation…

Geopolitics

US launches strikes on Iran after second shipping attack

BBC News – World · Europe

Iran says it has launched retaliatory attacks at US infrastructure in Kuwait and Bahrain.

Geopolitics

Devoted police dog moves millions in China by waiting for injured handler, refusing food

South China Morning Post – World · China

A police dog in southwestern China, who continuously refused food and water while awaiting the return of its injured handler, has captured the hearts of millio…

Geopolitics

Anger grows in Venezuela as citizens blocked from aiding earthquake rescue

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Anger is mounting in Venezuela after the military barred citizens from entering zones devastated by the earthquakes.

Geopolitics

Why Malaysia’s tourism boom lives and dies on a Chinese app

South China Morning Post – World · China

Stand on the pedestrian crossing outside McDonald’s in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, and you will understand something about how travel works in the 21st centur…

Geopolitics

'Will be forced to militarily complete the job': Trump warns Iran after 2nd ceasefire breach

Times of India – World · India

The US launched fresh strikes on Iran after accusing Tehran of violating a ceasefire for a second consecutive day by attacking a commercial oil tanker near the…

Geopolitics

Millie Bobby Brown and Louis Partridge on belly laughs, sibling vibes and Enola Holmes

BBC News – World · Europe

Brown talks to the BBC about having her "hands and heart" all over the detective adventure series.

Geopolitics

A Sculptor Rushes to Finish a Lionel Messi Statue During the World Cup

The New York Times – World · US

As Lionel Messi chases another World Cup title, an artist is rushing to finish a gigantic statue of the soccer star in the middle of the Patagonian desert.

Geopolitics

'Never hid information on Op Sindoor deaths': Govt rejects misleading social media claims

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The Indian Defence Ministry confirmed the death of six military personnel during the "Operation S…

Geopolitics

Panic attacks and fractures - Venezuela hospital treats earthquake victims

BBC News – World · Europe

The BBC travelled to a Caracas hospital that is treating people from the worst affected areas.

Geopolitics

Budapest's first Pride since Orban left power

BBC News – World · Europe

Budapest held its first Pride march since the end of former prime minister Viktor Orban's 16-year government with thousands turning out to celebrate.

Tech & Startups

Instagram is testing more ways to customize ‘Your Algorithm’

TechCrunch · US

Instagram users could soon see more ways to tune their content.

Tech & Startups

SoftBank’s CEO isn’t the only one with questions about Elon Musk’s orbital data center hype

TechCrunch · US

Not everyone is buying Elon Musk’s vision for orbital data centers.

Geopolitics

Pro-One Nation Facebook groups appear to be run by foreign ‘meme factories’ that monetise content

The Guardian – World · Europe

Exclusive: Guardian analysis suggests several groups with thousands of members run by what expert calls ‘engagement farm’ operations in south-east AsiaFollow o…

Geopolitics

Israel orders troops to prepare for ‘extended stay’ in Lebanon

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz says the military has been ordered to prepare for an ‘extended stay’ in Lebanon.

Geopolitics

Kenya rights groups say protesters found dumped, tortured after arrests

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Six found and one missing, NGOs say, after arrests at memorial gatherings for protesters killed in 2024.

Geopolitics

Watch: A race against the clock for Venezuela earthquake rescuers

BBC News – World · Europe

There is a sense that the next few hours will be critical for saving anyone who is still trapped, says the BBC's Dan Johnson reporting from the border of Venez…

Geopolitics

Hungary holds first post-Orban Budapest Pride march

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Tens of thousands packed Budapest's streets despite scorching heat. Former right-wing leader Viktor Orban tried to ban the march last year as part of a wider L…

Geopolitics

White House unveils new images of US ‘patriot passports’ for America’s 250th

The Guardian – World · Europe

Democrats called plans for commemorative passport and gold coin with Trump portrait ‘more befitting a monarchy’Donald Trump’s efforts to brand the US governmen…

Geopolitics

Hezbollah rejects US-brokered Israel-Lebanon security deal as 'surrender'

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk has a team of experienced journalists and writers who work tirelessly to bring you…

Geopolitics

Venezuela’s Economy Was On the Rise. Then the Earthquakes Struck.

The New York Times – World · US

Expectations are now rising over the role the United States will play in helping Venezuela, which had already been laid low by decades of misrule.

Geopolitics

U.S.-Iran Deal’s Vague Language Comes Back to Haunt Peace Efforts

The New York Times – World · US

The deal called for Iran to “make arrangements” for the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has interpreted that to mean it can designate which…

Geopolitics

Ireland stun West Indies to register first-ever T20 World Cup win

Times of India – World · India

Ireland achieved a historic six-wicket victory over the West Indies in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, ending a 21-match losing streak. Orla Prendergast's brill…

Geopolitics

Three security personnel killed in attack in Pakistan’s Karachi

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Police say four attackers were also killed after gunmen stormed a Rangers facility in country's commercial capital.

Geopolitics

Germany news: Heat record broken for second consecutive day

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

As Europe's heatwave rages, Germany breaks all-time temperature record for the second day in a row. Elsewhere, politicians bicker over reforms and industry bla…

Geopolitics

Europe heatwave: drought fears in Italy as records tumble around Europe – as it happened

The Guardian – World · Europe

Temperature records broken in Germany, Denmark and Slovakia as Europe remains gripped by heatwaveAfter decades of climate warnings, why is Europe so unprepared…

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