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Geopolitics

K-pop stars BTS to hold 3 concerts at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium in 2027

South China Morning Post – World · China

K-pop boy band BTS will perform at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium for three days in March next year as part of their comeback tour, with tickets to sell for up to…

Geopolitics

China removes hukou hurdle for migrant workers in social insurance shake-up

South China Morning Post – World · China

China has moved to ease residency restrictions that prevent migrant workers from accessing social insurance where they work, in a sweeping effort to expand cov…

Geopolitics

China AI firms Zhipu, MiniMax to join Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Tech Index

South China Morning Post – World · China

Chinese AI firms MiniMax Group and Knowledge Atlas Technology – better known as Zhipu AI – will join the Hang Seng Tech Index next month. Their inclusion follo…

Geopolitics

Two Chinese nationals charged in US drug cartel money-laundering case

South China Morning Post – World · China

Two Chinese nationals were indicted on charges of conspiracy to launder money for drug cartels, the US Justice Department announced on Friday. Ruhuan Zhen and …

Geopolitics

Mock cockroach-theme political party draws India’s jobless youth, Modi’s rivals

South China Morning Post – World · China

A mock political party erupted across Indian social media this week, becoming a symbol of Gen Z disillusionment with the country’s political establishment and …

Geopolitics

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s top US intelligence official

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Former Democrat Gabbard, long a critic of US interventionism, cites husband's illness for leaving post.

Geopolitics

Why has the US arms delay rattled Taiwan?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Taiwan fears a US pause on a $14bn arms package could weaken its defences and shake confidence in Washington’s support.

Geopolitics

Premier League finale: Arsenal, relegation, Champions League, Salah and Pep

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Arsenal may have won the title, but the Premier League story is far from over with European spots and survival in play.

Geopolitics

Israeli blockade traps would-be Hajj pilgrim in Gaza

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

For years, 64-year-old Najia Abu Lehia dreamed of performing Hajj with her husband.

Geopolitics

NATO chief welcomes Trump decision to send troops to Poland

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

NATO foreign ministers are meeting in Sweden after Washington apparently reversed its plans to reduce its troop deployments to Poland. Meanwhile, Germany says …

Geopolitics

US bourbon bets big on India's growing market

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Bourbon, the uniquely US take on whiskey, is facing its most serious inventory crisis in decades. The industry is increasingly looking to India to boost sales.

Geopolitics

Sunrise Movement takes credit for disrupting Trump’s New York state rally – as it happened

The Guardian – World · Europe

This blog has now closed.US intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard leaving post after rocky tenureSign up for the Breaking News US email“There’s broad recognition…

Geopolitics

Judith Chalmers, presenter of TV series Wish You Were Here, dies aged 90

The Guardian – World · Europe

Family says host of more than 500 episodes of travel show leaves behind ‘giant suitcase of the happiest memories’The TV presenter Judith Chalmers, who spent al…

Geopolitics

Meta and Snapchat blocking Saudi dissidents’ accounts

The Guardian – World · Europe

US social media firms acting on orders from Middle East kingdom accused of being ‘instruments of repression’Major US social media companies including Meta’s Fa…

Geopolitics

Soft power sell-off: anger as British Council announces sale of historic Madrid building

The Guardian – World · Europe

Backlash grows among European staff against radical cuts to pay off Covid-era debt, with some accusing council of ‘colonial attitude’The historic Palacete buil…

Geopolitics

How Cuban-Americans feel about Raúl Castro's indictment

BBC News – World · Europe

The DOJ charged the former leader of Cuba with murder and other crimes for his alleged role in the downing of two civilian aircraft in 1996.

Geopolitics

Timelapse footage shows 'giant cave' inflating on Paris bridge

BBC News – World · Europe

The monumental structure was created by Parisan artist JR - often dubbed the French Banksy

Geopolitics

Why thousands of stock trades tied to Trump are raising eyebrows

BBC News – World · Europe

The BBC's Michelle Fleury looks at trades disclosed by the president.

Geopolitics

More than 40,000 Californians evacuated due to chemical tank leak

BBC News – World · Europe

Officials have warned that the tank contains a "highly volatile" substance that could lead to an explosion.

General

Misinfo, strained resources and armed conflict hamper Ebola response

NBC News – World · US

One of the first cases of Ebola that Rose Tchwenko heard about in the current outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was in a healthcare worker.

General

House Republicans cancel vote curbing Trump on Iran

NBC News – World · US

House Republicans delayed a vote on a war powers resolution that would restrict President Donald Trump’s ability to continue U.S. military operations in Iran.

Geopolitics

Manhunt Underway in Philippines for Duterte Ally Who Is Evading I.C.C. Warrant

The New York Times – World · US

The fugitive, Senator Ronald dela Rosa, had sought refuge in the country’s Senate last week, eventually giving government agents the slip.

Geopolitics

Why Islamophobic, Antisemitic and Racist Crimes Are Rising in the UK

The New York Times – World · US

Islamophobic, antisemitic and racist crimes are being fueled by online disinformation, global instability and divisive political rhetoric, experts say.

Geopolitics

In West Bank, Latest Victim of Israeli Settler Violence Shocks in a New Way

The New York Times – World · US

A video of a Palestinian family’s dog being savagely beaten has spread widely in the days after the attack.

Geopolitics

'Missing CM': BJP's poster campaign targets Omar Abdullah

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched a poster campaign in Srinagar targeting Omar Abdul…

Geopolitics

Breakthrough in Ladakh talks as Centre agrees to create elected body for UT

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Bharti Jain is a senior editor at The Times of India, New Delhi. • She has been writing about sec…

Geopolitics

NFL Injury Report: Malik Nabers’ injury situation keeps getting worse as the Giants refuse to promise week 1 return

Times of India – World · India

New York Giants' electrifying receiver Malik Nabers faces a complex knee recovery with no clear return timeline. Coach John Harbaugh described the process as a…

Geopolitics

‘The only thing stopping Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is his age’: Ex-England captain

Times of India – World · India

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old Indian cricketer, is captivating global audiences with his IPL 2026 performances. Former England captain Michael Vaughan be…

Geopolitics

No handshake! Kohli completely ignores Head after match - Watch

Times of India – World · India

Virat Kohli and Travis Head were involved in a heated exchange during RCB’s chase against SRH in IPL 2026. Kohli later ignored Head’s handshake after the match…

Geopolitics

Kenyan public transport operators call off strike after President vows to reduce fuel prices

The Hindu – World · India

Public transport operators in Kenya called off a planned strike after the president pledged measures to reduce fuel prices amid rising economic pressure

Geopolitics

U.K. police renew call for witnesses as they broaden inquiry into Former Prince Andrew

The Hindu – World · India

Police in the U.K. said they are pursuing multiple lines of inquiry involving former Prince Andrew, renewing appeals for witnesses over his links to Jeffrey Ep…

Geopolitics

U.S. extends Ebola travel ban to Green Card holders

The Hindu – World · India

The CDC first issued the order on May 18, under Title 42 of U.S. ‌public health law, which allows federal health ​authorities to prohibit migrants from enterin…

Geopolitics

Flotilla activists describe beatings, tasers, mistreatment by Israeli forces

The Hindu – World · India

The Global Sumud Flotilla of 50 boats was intercepted in international waters some 400 kilometres off the coast of Israel

Geopolitics

Trump ‘seriously considering’ launching new strikes against Iran: report

The Hindu – World · India

It said that Mr. Trump met with a senior national security team in the morning to discuss the war on Iran even as Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir visited Tehran

Tech & Startups

Finnish phone-maker HMD bundles Indian AI chatbot onto new smartphone in push to reach local market

TechCrunch · US

HMD is pre-loading Sarvam's Indus chatbot app, which supports 22 Indic languages

Geopolitics

Hong Kong trade office in London can continue ‘legitimate activity’: UK official

South China Morning Post – World · China

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO) in London can continue its “legitimate activity”, the UK government has said, despite political pressure after …

Geopolitics

Malaysia’s tourism-dependent Langkawi fears rising costs are deterring visitors

South China Morning Post – World · China

On Cenang Beach, Mohamad Zaki Najmi sells jet ski rides and boat tours in Langkawi’s turquoise water: adventure activities that have powered the Malaysian isla…

Geopolitics

US pausing $14bn arms sale to Taiwan due to Iran war, navy chief says

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao's remarks come as US President Donald Trump gives mixed signals on the sale.

Geopolitics

Turkish opposition leader vows to stay after court ousts him

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Turkiye’s main opposition leader Ozgur Ozel has vowed not to leave party headquarters.

Geopolitics

Monfils warms up for final French Open with star-studded farewell party

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The evening blended tennis, ​music and tributes to celebrate his two-decade journey on the professional tour.

Geopolitics

Iran war day 84: US-Iran talks advance amid mediation push

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US and Iran continue mediated talks, exchanging draft proposals aimed at reaching a formal agreement.

Geopolitics

Iran war: Israeli strike kills two in southern Lebanon

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Israel's military said it has carried out an airstrike in southern Lebanon that killed two. DW has the latest.

Geopolitics

Friday briefing: ​As Israel’s coalition collapses, can its prime minister hang on to power?

The Guardian – World · Europe

In today’s newsletter: As ​the polls tighten a​​round Benjamin Netanyahu, the coming months may redefine Israel’s political order without resolving its most en…

Geopolitics

Nato foreign ministers meet to navigate shifting partnership with the US – Europe live

The Guardian – World · Europe

The military alliance’s chief tried to manage expectations after Donald Trump said he would deploy 5,000 troops to PolandRubio begins with thanks to Sweden for…

Geopolitics

Africa summit in India postponed over Ebola outbreak fears

BBC News – World · Europe

The India-Africa summit was set to be held next week in Delhi after more than a decade.

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