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Geopolitics

Singapore’s weaponised drone trial spotlights regional rush for unmanned systems

South China Morning Post – World · China

Singapore’s plan to trial weaponised unmanned drones has put a spotlight on Southeast Asia’s fast-growing interest in systems that can track and strike at targ…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong helpers cry out as popular garden in Central to close for underpass work

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Hong Kong migrant workers’ group has urged authorities to expand a pedestrian area in Central on Sundays, as a section of a landmark garden that serves as a …

Geopolitics

Trump jokes about running for Israeli prime minister

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Donald Trump joked that he could run for Israeli prime minister after claiming he enjoys ‘99%’ support in Israel.

Geopolitics

China and Russia unite after Trump’s Beijing visit

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Just days after Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing, Vladimir Putin arrived in China for a summit with Xi Jinping.

Geopolitics

US police officers sue Trump over $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Officers Harry Dunn and Daniel Hodges say the fund will likely be used to 'reward' rioters who attacked the US Capitol.

Geopolitics

Iran war live: Tehran says no surrender to US, diplomacy ‘wiser’ than war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israeli attacks have killed 3,073 people across Lebanon since March, according to Lebanese Health Ministry.

Geopolitics

Turkey targets press freedom in trial of DW's Alican Uludag

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

DW correspondent Alican Uludag has been in custody in Turkey for three months, in part on charges of "insulting the president." He is set to appear in court fo…

Geopolitics

In Iran, internet access becomes a luxury for the few

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Despite the ongoing internet blockade in Iran, access to "Internet-Pro" is available to select groups for a fee. Access to information and communication is inc…

Geopolitics

Israel's treatment of aid flotilla activists sparks global outrage

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The Israeli far-right minister released a video in which he taunted the detained Gaza aid flotilla activists, sparking widespread criticism both in Israel and …

Geopolitics

Israeli security minister stirs diplomatic outrage with flotilla activist abuse video

The Guardian – World · Europe

Far-right figure Itamar Ben-Gvir shares footage of himself taunting bound international detaineesMiddle East crisis – live updatesIsrael’s far-right national s…

Geopolitics

‘Vein of racism’: race discrimination commissioner accuses One Nation and Coalition of scapegoating immigrants

The Guardian – World · Europe

Exclusive: Australia faces a ‘pronounced political fault line’, Giridharan Sivaraman tells Brisbane seminar on human rights Get our breaking news email, free a…

Geopolitics

Neo-Nazi group told by AEC it can’t become a political party while it hides identities of members

The Guardian – World · Europe

White Australia group says it does not want to ‘doxx’ members as it challenges designation as banned hate groupFollow our Australia news live blog for latest u…

Geopolitics

Australia news live: Queensland cabinet minister referred to federal police over electoral enrolment allegations; unexpected rise in unemployment rate

The Guardian – World · Europe

Tim Mander has denied any wrongdoing and referred himself to election authorities. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news …

Geopolitics

Same but different: how Xi and China welcomed Trump and Putin

The Guardian – World · Europe

Choreography of back-to-back visits appeared deliberately mirrored but China made sure the differences were noticedDays after Donald Trump was greeted in Beiji…

Geopolitics

Police officer catches baby dropped from window of burning home

BBC News – World · Europe

Body cam footage shows the moment a baby was thrown from a window and caught by an officer during a house fire.

Geopolitics

Could a football match soften North Korea-South Korea relations?

BBC News – World · Europe

A North Korean women's football team played in South Korea marking the first time athletes from the North have crossed the border in nearly 8 years.

Geopolitics

Lithuania's leaders take shelter during drone air alert

BBC News – World · Europe

Flights were suspended and people were urged to take shelter after a suspected drone was detected near the Belarus border.

Geopolitics

Rosenberg: Putin enjoys Xi's Chinese welcome but heads home without pipeline deal

BBC News – World · Europe

Russia and China showed they were shoulder-to-shoulder on the world stage, but it became clear there are limits, says the BBC's Russia Editor.

General

Putin and Xi say ties are at ‘unprecedented’ high at friendly summit after Trump visit

NBC News – World · US

China-Russia relations are at a “historic high,” Chinese leader Xi Jinping said as he met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing days after hosting U…

Geopolitics

Australian Swimmer Who Crashed Beach Fashion Show Becomes the Star

The New York Times – World · US

David Handley was going for a swim in Sydney when he found himself walking on an Australian Fashion Week runway. “I’ve usurped the spot of the lead model,” he …

Geopolitics

Rubio Moves Closer to Decades-Long Goal of Transforming Cuba

The New York Times – World · US

The secretary of state is the son of immigrants who left Cuba before the Castro revolution to look for economic opportunities. Yet, he pursues change with the …

Geopolitics

Autocracy’s ‘Loyal Losers’

The New York Times – World · US

Even the most capable autocrats need help hanging on to power. Mediocre officials are often best for the job, according to new research.

Geopolitics

Soccer Game Between North and South Korean Teams Draws Strong Emotion On and Off the Pitch

The New York Times – World · US

While diplomatic relations between the two Koreas are near a historic low, a rare trip by athletes from the North triggered intense emotions in some older Sout…

Geopolitics

Iran Threatens to Strike Beyond the Middle East if the U.S. Resumes Attacks

The New York Times – World · US

The warning was issued as President Trump and Vice President JD Vance say progress is being made toward a deal, while keeping open the threat of renewed strike…

Geopolitics

Video Shows Itamar Ben-Gvir Taunting Pro-Palestinian Activists

The New York Times – World · US

The national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, posted a video in which he is seen with handcuffed activists forced to kneel on the deck of a ship. It drew a …

Geopolitics

Ebola Crisis Sparks Debate Over Global Health Double Standards

The New York Times – World · US

To some Africans, the claim that the continent’s largest health agency had already bungled its response scratched a familiar wound.

Geopolitics

US military boards Iranian oil tanker suspected of breaching blockade

Times of India – World · India

United States military forces boarded an Iranian oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman. This action escalates pressure on Iran. The vessel was searched and redirected…

Geopolitics

Kerala: Satheesan scraps LDF's controversial rail project

Times of India – World · India

Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Kerala's most controversial infrastructure project has been officially shut down by Chief Minist…

Geopolitics

Will Dhoni play CSK's final league match vs Gujarat Titans? Franchise shares big update

Times of India – World · India

MS Dhoni will miss Chennai Super Kings' final league game against Gujarat Titans due to a thumb injury. Batting coach Michael Hussey confirmed Dhoni's potentia…

Geopolitics

Watch: Hardik Pandya left stunned after Minz and Chahar's comedy of errors

Times of India – World · India

Mumbai Indians' dismal IPL 2026 campaign was highlighted by a comical fielding error during their match against Kolkata Knight Riders. Skipper Hardik Pandya ex…

Geopolitics

Sean McVay’s old claim puts Dianna Russini back in NFL spotlight

Times of India – World · India

Sean McVay and Dianna Russini found themselves back in NFL headlines after reporter Robert Littal shared a viral claim connected to McVay’s Commanders days. Th…

Geopolitics

'Bombs its own people': India slams Pakistan at UNSC

Times of India – World · India

India has strongly criticized Pakistan at the UN Security Council, accusing it of a long record of violence against civilians and citing recent incidents in Af…

Geopolitics

Earthquake of 5.8 magnitude hits Peru, damaging buildings and injuring 27

The Hindu – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Peru on May 19, 2026, injuring 27 people and dama…

Geopolitics

Residents of Lithuania's capital told to shelter as drone alarm underlines NATO's eastern jitters

The Hindu – World · India

Authorities in Vilnius instructed residents to take shelter after drone alarms were triggered, underscoring growing security concerns along NATO’s eastern fron…

Geopolitics

Philippine Supreme Court says won’t stop ICC arrest of drug war enforcer

The Hindu – World · India

The interim ruling clears the way for the potential arrest of Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, the former national police chief who was the chief enforcer of ex-Presi…

Tech & Startups

Data Brokers’ and AI Firms’ Opt-Out Forms Are Built to Fail, Report Finds

Wired · Global

A new study finds AI companies, defense firms, and dating apps are among 38 data collectors allegedly using manipulative design to confuse users while collecti…

Tech & Startups

‘Ask YouTube’ brings AI-powered conversational search to video, adds Gemini Omni to Shorts

TechCrunch · US

Google is completely revamping its search experience, and that doesn't stop at YouTube.

Geopolitics

Japan, South Korea hone diplomatic ‘muscle memory’ amid Taiwan worries

South China Morning Post – World · China

When South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met on Tuesday, they had energy security atop the agenda – and something h…

Geopolitics

Final report reveals truth behind deadly Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 turbulence

South China Morning Post – World · China

Two years after severe turbulence left one passenger dead and dozens injured on a Singapore Airlines (SIA) flight, investigators have released their final repo…

Geopolitics

Arsenal fans erupt after team secures Premier League crown

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Arsenal has won the Premier League, ending a 22-year drought.

Geopolitics

Chinese supertankers exit Hormuz as Trump, Vance talk up Iran deal

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Oil prices ease amid the latest comments from the White House, but experts warn they will stay high even after any deal.

Geopolitics

Millions follow India's viral 'cockroach' movement

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

What started as an internet joke is fast becoming young India's newest symbol of resilience, survival and collective frustration. Meanwhile, PM Modi has reache…

Geopolitics

Enhanced Games: Pushing human potential or lethal circus?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Investors like Peter Thiel and Donald Trump Jr. see the Enhanced Games as proof of how far human limits can stretch. For doping experts, the danger is clear an…

Geopolitics

Limit social media ban for under-16s to unsafe apps, Starmer urged

The Guardian – World · Europe

Campaigners warn against blanket restrictions and say focus should be on blocking teenagers from platforms with ‘risky’ featuresOnline safety campaigners have …

Geopolitics

Albanese’s department among those blocking 80% of FoI requests, scathing report finds

The Guardian – World · Europe

Report finds culture of ‘resistance and delay’ in the Australian parliament with more than 60% of requests having longer response times than mandated 30-day de…

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