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Startups

Frammer AI partners with Cineverse to scale AI-generated short-form video

Your Story · India

Frammer AI and Cineverse partner to create AI-generated short-form videos, trailers and social content across a 71,000-title entertainment library.

Tech & Startups

What ClickUp’s mass layoff tells us about the future of work

TechCrunch · US

The nine-year-old startup is replacing hundreds of employees with thousands of AI agents.

Geopolitics

Game over? Shake-up proposed for Hong Kong internet cafes offering overnight stays

South China Morning Post – World · China

In a bustling Hong Kong commercial district, some internet cafes are shifting beyond serving as gaming hubs for young people looking to spend a few hours hunch…

Geopolitics

India orders new deportation centres days after BJP election victory

South China Morning Post – World · China

India’s ruling Hindu-nationalist party has ordered detention centres for undocumented Bangladeshis and Rohingyas in West Bengal state, sparking fear among mino…

Geopolitics

Wang Fuk Court family’s marathon efforts to retrieve belongings one last time

South China Morning Post – World · China

Inside the cluttered, silent flat at Wang Fuk Court, time seems to have stood still. On the bathroom door, a calendar remains on the page for November 2025 – t…

Geopolitics

Lai Ka-ying has done Hong Kong proud as first astronaut but now what else is needed?

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong should harness the excitement sparked by the city’s first astronaut to set up a dedicated office to foster local aerospace technology and development…

Geopolitics

ByteDance AI films shake up Cannes as TikTok owner challenges Hollywood norms, budgets

South China Morning Post – World · China

Films generated by ByteDance’s AI technology made headlines at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, as the TikTok owner accelerates efforts to commercialise its f…

Geopolitics

Exiled Belarus opposition leader visits Ukraine as Kyiv warns of escalation

South China Morning Post – World · China

Exiled Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya visited Kyiv on Monday following weeks of mounting warnings from Ukrainian officials about Russian…

Geopolitics

Iran signals moves to reconnect to global internet after wartime blackout

South China Morning Post – World · China

⁠Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has issued an order to reopen international internet access, Iranian state media reported on Monday, citing an official aft…

Geopolitics

China Mobile plans fresh Central Asia link to Hong Kong submarine cable network

South China Morning Post – World · China

Telecoms giant China Mobile International is planning another route to connect terrestrial cables in Central Asia with Hong Kong’s submarine network, aiming to…

Geopolitics

Israel escalates Gaza attacks as Netanyahu stalls ceasefire for polls

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Analysts warn Netanyahu is exploiting a failing "ceasefire" to prolong the destruction of Gaza ahead of Israeli election

Geopolitics

Bolivia’s embattled president says will take a 50 percent salary cut

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Rodrigo Paz says the salary cut for him and cabinet ministers shows the government's 'commitment to the country'.

Geopolitics

Trump dangles normalisation amid pro-Israel criticism of possible Iran deal

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US president says he is 'mandatorily requesting' that regional countries establish formal relations with Israel.

Geopolitics

Czech police detain Russian priest over ‘white substance’ find

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Moscow condemned the actions of the Czech police, calling the detainment a 'provocation'.

Geopolitics

Iran war live: US strikes Iran’s south, Tehran officials in Qatar for talks

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the restoration of internet services after months of blocked access.

Geopolitics

Tensions rise in Bolivia as protesters march toward presidential palace

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Demonstrators gathered near the presidential palace in La Paz as police maintained blockades and tensions remained high.

Geopolitics

Canada’s Mark Carney calls treatment of Gaza flotilla activists ‘appalling’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The prime minister called for an independent investigation into Israeli mistreatment, but stopped short of penalties.

Geopolitics

Afghanistan's crisis deepens hidden violence against women

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

As poverty deepens and the Taliban curtails women's rights, domestic violence in Afghanistan is becoming more dangerous, less visible and harder to escape.

Geopolitics

‘Like tobacco’: Wes Streeting calls for partial social media ban for under-16s

The Guardian – World · Europe

Exclusive: Former health secretary’s intervention comes as government closes consultation on age limits for platformsSocial media companies should be treated l…

Geopolitics

‘A tsunami of harm’: views on tackling online safety for under-16s in the UK

The Guardian – World · Europe

Campaigners, teenagers, legislators and experts give their opinions on the government’s social media consultation Change is coming for social media platforms. …

Geopolitics

Vivid Sydney cancels shows after 89 drones plunge into Darling Harbour

The Guardian – World · Europe

Event organisers blame ‘unforeseen technical difficulties’ for the drone malfunction, with four performances cancelledFollow our Australia news live blog for l…

Geopolitics

Thai rescuers join effort to free seven people trapped in Laos cave

The Guardian – World · Europe

Group have been stuck in flooded cave in central Laos for five days after heavy rain caused landslidesDivers who helped in the dramatic rescue of a young Thai …

Geopolitics

At least 19 people taken to hospital after 'strong smell' reported at Tokyo mall

BBC News – World · Europe

Police say a man sprayed a substance at an ATM in the luxury Ginza 6 shopping centre.

Geopolitics

Cambodia's former opposition leader receives royal pardon for 27-year sentence

BBC News – World · Europe

Kem Sokha was serving a 27-year sentence on treason charges, which were widely derided as politically motivated.

General

Allegations of rape on ‘Married at First Sight UK’ rattle the reality-TV industry

NBC News – World · US

Allegations of rape and sexual abuse on the British version of the reality show “Married at First Sight” have rattled the industry and led to threats of tighte…

Geopolitics

Trump’s Pressure Had Little Effect on Iran’s Terms for a Peace Deal

The New York Times – World · US

President Trump had sought to force Tehran to accept American demands for a peace deal with a mixture of threats and military operations.

Geopolitics

Google Search can now do a lot of things, but ‘searching’ isn't really one of them

Times of India – World · India

Google's Search isn't a search engine anymore. At I/O 2026, the company officially rebuilt its 25-year-old product around Gemini 3.5 Flash—a box that now accep…

Geopolitics

Did Rubio call Trump stupid? US State Dept scrubs remark, sparks debate

Times of India – World · India

The State Department deleted a social media post featuring Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's remarks after critics suggested he called President Trump "stupid."…

Geopolitics

To end price confusion, government to standardise edible oil packs

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Determine monthly installment for a loan: Use the calculator to calculate loan installments. • Es…

Geopolitics

Indians prefer cereals, neglect other food items: ICMR study

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Estimate monthly loan installments using a calculator. • Determine returns on investments made th…

Geopolitics

Blow to AIADMK: 3 legislators quit, join Tamil Nadu CM Vijay’s outfit within hours

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Three MLAs from the rebel camp of AIADMK leader S P Velumani-C Ve Shanmugam resigned and sub…

Geopolitics

The Abraham Accord plus: Trump aims for grand bargain tying Islamic world with Israel

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • US President Donald Trump increased tensions in Middle East peace efforts by making unexpected st…

Geopolitics

CBI registers case in Twisha Sharma death, takes over probe from Bhopal police

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Investigative journalist covers internal security, terrorism, military, strategic affairs, intell…

Geopolitics

Minnesota Vikings, Dallas Cowboys linked in surprise Linebacker trade rumors

Times of India – World · India

Blake Cashman has emerged as a potential trade candidate as the Minnesota Vikings enter the final year of his contract. The Dallas Cowboys have been suggested …

Geopolitics

'Wouldn't be here if Trump didn't want me to': Rubio on US prez's 'hellhole' remark

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that President Donald Trump has a fondness for India. • …

Geopolitics

Kohli's IPL playoff record becomes major talking point before Qualifier 1

Times of India – World · India

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have secured a playoff spot in IPL 2026, driven by Virat Kohli's stellar performance. Despite his overall brill…

Geopolitics

Fourth CNG price rise: IGL hikes rates by Rs 2 across NCR region

Times of India – World · India

Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has announced another Re 1 per kg hike in CNG prices, marking the fourth increase in under two weeks. This brings Delhi's CNG ra…

Geopolitics

Landslide at Angola illegal gold mine kills 28

The Hindu – World · India

Four ‌people were rescued ‌from ⁠the site

Geopolitics

Iran says charging fees for 'navigational services' in Hormuz

The Hindu – World · India

Iran’s remarks come amis growing international concern over Iran’s tightening control over maritime transit through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz

Geopolitics

Iran says progress made with U.S., but agreement not imminent

The Hindu – World · India

Diplomatic efforts between Iran and the United States appear to be advancing, but disputes over sanctions, maritime control and Iran’s nuclear programme contin…

Geopolitics

Jailed Kurdish leader says 'no time to lose' for Turkey peace process

The Hindu – World · India

In a message published by a delegation of lawmakers from the pro-Kurdish DEM party, who visited him on Imrali prison island on May 24, Mr. Ocalan said prolongi…

Geopolitics

Russia threatens more strikes on Kyiv, urges foreigners to leave city

The Hindu – World · India

Russia launched scores of drones and missiles at Ukraine over the weekend, killing four people, wounding dozens and causing damage across the Ukrainian capital

Geopolitics

Iran's president orders reopening of international internet access, state media reports

The Hindu – World · India

Authorities ⁠initially imposed an internet blackout from January 8 in response to nationwide ‌anti-government protests before a new blackout was initiated foll…

Geopolitics

Canada PM Carney’s visit to India reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist, Piyush Goyal says

The Hindu – World · India

The ties were strained under Mark Carney's predecessor in the wake of the 2023 killing of Sikh activist Hareep Singh Nijjar in Canada

Geopolitics

Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S. military carries out 'self-defence' strikes in Iran

The Hindu – World · India

Israel’s military warned residents of 10 villages, most of them in southern Lebanon, on Monday to evacuate their homes ahead of expected strikes against allege…

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