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Tech & Startups

Kin Health raises $9M to build an AI notetaker for patients

TechCrunch · US

The app is similar to a meeting notetaker — you can record doctor visits, and it will return an AI summary of the meeting, with the next steps, all of which yo…

AI / Deep Tech

The Download: Musk v. Altman week 3, and Trump’s tech trading

MIT Technology Review · Global

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Musk v. A…

AI / Deep Tech

What to expect from Google this week

MIT Technology Review · Global

This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here. When Google opens its…

Geopolitics

China arrests 16 in drone hacking cases, vowing ‘clean skies’ crackdown

South China Morning Post – World · China

Chinese police have announced the arrests of 16 people suspected of hacking drone systems and vowed a nationwide crackdown on illegal drone use. China’s Minist…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong’s dog-friendly restaurant scheme receives 700 applications on first day

South China Morning Post – World · China

A licensing scheme allowing dogs into Hong Kong restaurants has attracted strong initial interest, with 70 per cent of the 1,000-place quota filled on the firs…

Geopolitics

Hospital body to use 18285 and 18286 phone numbers to help people identify calls

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong’s Hospital Authority will begin using standard prefixes for telephone numbers to make it easier for people to recognise its calls rather than avoidin…

Geopolitics

Heavy sandstorm hits Iraq as hospitals battle respiratory issues

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A powerful dust storm has swept across Iraq, including Najaf and Baghdad.

Geopolitics

Police respond to shooting at US mosque

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Police have responded to a shooting at a mosque in California, with officials saying the threat had been ‘neutralised'.

Geopolitics

Will Cuba be forced to accept the US president’s demands?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Cuba struggles to keep the lights on, as Washington ramps up economic pressure and military threats.

Geopolitics

Is the US trying to force regime change in Cuba?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

As its blockade causes a fuel crisis in Cuba, the US is offering aid but only if it can dictate Cuba's future.

Geopolitics

Elversberg: Bundesliga newcomers from tiny town make history

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

A team from a town of just 7,000 inhabitants has made history by sealing promotion to become the 59th club to play in the Bundesliga.

Geopolitics

Trump dismisses $10bn suit against IRS and creates $1.7bn ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

The Guardian – World · Europe

Democrats criticize deal as a slush fund that ‘funnels taxpayer dollars’ to president’s political alliesSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailThe ju…

Geopolitics

Donald Trump says he ‘wasn’t involved’ in creation of $1.7bn compensation fund – as it happened

The Guardian – World · Europe

This live blog is now closed.Trump dismisses $10bn suit against IRS and creates $1.7bn ‘anti-weaponization’ fundSign up for the Breaking News US emailDemocrati…

Geopolitics

Trump claims planned attack on Iran postponed after Tehran makes new proposal to end war

The Guardian – World · Europe

The US president says plans for a US military strike on Iran have been paused because ‘serious negotiations are now taking place’Middle East crisis – live upda…

Geopolitics

Shakira in line for €55m payout as Spanish court rules tax fines were wrong

The Guardian – World · Europe

Singer says she has faced ‘years of public shaming’, as court rules tax agency made mistake over her 2011 statusA court in Madrid has ordered Spain’s tax autho…

Geopolitics

Starbucks Korea CEO dismissed over ad evoking massacre of pro-democracy protesters

The Guardian – World · Europe

‘Tank Day’ event causes outrage with ‘malicious mockery’ of deadly crackdown during dictatorship eraThe chief executive of Starbucks in South Korea has been di…

Geopolitics

Trump told Taiwan not to 'go independent' - but does it want to?

BBC News – World · Europe

Taiwan independence is the reddest of red lines for China, which claims the island as its own.

Geopolitics

'FedEx says your parcel has drugs': The scam that trapped an Indian comedian

BBC News – World · Europe

Ankita Shrivastav is among millions of Indians who fall prey to cybercrimes every year.

Geopolitics

Israeli forces board Gaza-bound flotilla near Cyprus, activists say

BBC News – World · Europe

Live broadcasts from the Global Sumud flotilla show commandos boarding several boats trying to breach the Gaza maritime blockade.

Geopolitics

Shakira wins £50m tax refund from Spanish government

BBC News – World · Europe

The Colombian singer says the court ruling means the "narrative" that she was guilty now "crumbles".

Geopolitics

Trump says he called off new Iran attack at request of Gulf states

BBC News – World · Europe

The US president says he is holding off on a US attack planned for Tuesday as "serious negotiations are now taking place".

General

A trade boost and a new relationship status: U.S. touts modest China deals after summit’s good vibes

NBC News – World · US

The stakes were high and the deals were modest, but President Donald Trump may have left China last week having laid solid groundwork with Chinese leader Xi Ji…

General

Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives in Netherlands, ending long and deadly voyage

NBC News – World · US

The hantavirus-stricken cruise ship arrived Monday in the Netherlands, ending a seven-week, 8,500-mile journey that was hit by up to 11 infections and three de…

General

YouTube taught a Japanese teen how to kick field goals. Now he’s in the NFL.

NBC News – World · US

Kansei Matsuzawa, 27, became the first Japanese-born player ever signed by an NFL team when he agreed to a deal as an undrafted free agent with the Raiders.

Geopolitics

Shakira Is Found Not Guilty of Tax Fraud in Spain

The New York Times – World · US

A Spanish court ruled that the pop star was not a tax resident of Spain in 2011 and ordered the country’s tax authorities to return tens of millions of dollars…

Geopolitics

U.S. Airstrikes Kill ISIS Fighters in Nigeria, Officials Say

The New York Times – World · US

U.S. military launched attack in coordination with Nigerian forces days after President Trump said a joint operation had killed Islamic State’s global leader.

Geopolitics

Russia’s New Human Rights Commissioner Accused of Helping Kidnap Ukrainian Children

The New York Times – World · US

Yana Lantratova was instrumental in helping the chairman of her party to illegally adopt an infant girl from Russian-occupied Ukraine, the Ukrainian authoritie…

Geopolitics

In Closed-Door Talks, U.S. Demands a Major Role in Greenland

The New York Times – World · US

Greenlandic officials worry about the direction of the negotiations aimed at defusing President Trump’s threats to seize their island. But they have little lev…

Geopolitics

Mike Vrabel battles marriage rumors as Dianna Russini affair buzz grows

Times of India – World · India

Mike Vrabel, the New England Patriots’ head coach’s alleged involvement with the former New York Times’ NFL insider and reporter, Dianna Russini, has sparked s…

Geopolitics

Tempers flare as Samson and Klaasen clash after stumping dismissal - Watch

Times of India – World · India

The incident took place on the third ball of the 15th over of SRH’s chase when Noor Ahmad dismissed Klaasen with a stumping.

Geopolitics

Not govt’s job to give out doles to imams, purohits, says Bengal CM

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The West Bengal government, led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, has taken steps to stop relig…

Geopolitics

'Shouldn't focus on reels': IPL chairman cites Kohli while warning against distractions

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI Sports Desk reports on various sports, including cricket, football, tennis, and more. • Repor…

Geopolitics

Trump admin extends sanctions waiver on Russian crude oil - what it means for India

Times of India – World · India

Earlier today petroleum ministry joint secretary Sujata Sharma said that India will continue importing Russian crude based on commercial practicality and its e…

Geopolitics

Fuel prices rise again: How much does petrol and diesel cost in your city today

Times of India – World · India

Fuel prices surged again Tuesday, with petrol and diesel rising by approximately 90 paise per litre, marking the second increase in under a week. This follows …

Geopolitics

PM Modi lands in Norway; to hold talks on trade, technology

The Hindu – World · India

PM Modi visit to Norway will mark the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in 43 years.

Geopolitics

Malaysia ends Indonesia migrant boat search, 16 bodies recovered

The Hindu – World · India

The migrants were trying to reach several destinations in Malaysia, including Penang, Terengganu, Selangor and Kuala Lumpur for work

Geopolitics

Iran officially announces new body to manage Strait of Hormuz

The Hindu – World · India

Iran has largely blocked shipping through the vital strait since the outbreak of war with the United States and Israel on February 28

Geopolitics

Taiwan would ‘welcome’ its President speaking to Trump, Taiwanese Minister says

The Hindu – World · India

Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi said the government was seeking confirmation from the United States about whether Mr. Trump wanted to speak to Tai…

Geopolitics

Two suspects in shooting at San Diego mosque dead, police source says

The Hindu – World · India

Authorities earlier said they believe multiple people have been shot at the Islamic Centre about 9 miles (14 km) north of downtown San Diego

Geopolitics

Trump’s China trip assessed, South Korea’s AI problem: 5 weekend reads you missed

South China Morning Post – World · China

We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our r…

Geopolitics

Forget cellular data: China’s telecoms giants are selling AI token plans

South China Morning Post – World · China

For years, mobile carriers have billed users by the gigabyte. Now, China’s telecoms giants are seeking to monetise the artificial intelligence boom by introduc…

Geopolitics

Al Jazeera reports from Hormuz Island as Iran says it controls the strait

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Al Jazeera has been given exclusive access to Iran’s Hormuz Island.

Geopolitics

Europe should pick negotiator for possible Russian talks, says Zelenskyy – Europe live

The Guardian – World · Europe

Ukrainian president says Europe must ‘have a strong voice and presence’ amid search for candidate who could lead any talks with PutinThe cruise ship was carryi…

Geopolitics

Romaine calm: live frog found in discount supermarket lettuce bag

The Guardian – World · Europe

‘Look, if I was in a French supermarket, I probably would have got a two for one deal on that one,’ woman in WA told national TVFollow our Australia news live …

Geopolitics

Escaped tiger shot by German police after attacking man

BBC News – World · Europe

The tiger escaped a facility owned by local trainer Carmen Zander, also known as Germany's "Tiger Queen", according to local media reports.

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