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Geopolitics

How a victim lost US$3.8 million in Singapore deepfake Zoom scam impersonating PM Wong

South China Morning Post – World · China

The Singapore Police Force has obtained footage of the AI-generated Zoom video conference that was part of a scam involving the impersonation of senior governm…

Geopolitics

Why Trump took US tech leaders to Beijing

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing with a delegation of leading American tech executives should not be read as a throwback to transactional diplomacy…

Geopolitics

FIFA holds ‘positive’ talks with Iranian football officials on World Cup

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

FIFA offers solutions for each of Iran's concerns before games in US, Iran's football chief says.

Geopolitics

Iran war day 79: Tehran to unveil Hormuz toll plan; Israel bombs Lebanon

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran says it will soon reveal the plan as Trump warns Tehran it will have a 'very bad time' if deal not reached soon.

Geopolitics

‘Got!’: Panini 1970 World Cup sticker book completed after 56 years

The Guardian – World · Europe

Fan buys missing Chile sticker for £150 after finding almost completed album in his loftThis week, Stephen Butler completed a collection that he started almost…

Geopolitics

Yvette Cooper wrote Palestine Action article despite CPS warning it could affect trial

The Guardian – World · Europe

Exclusive: Then-home secretary justified proscription of group in newspaper column despite advice it might unfairly impact trial of six activistsYvette Cooper …

Geopolitics

‘A place for everybody’: Stockholm to open its first publicly run sauna

The Guardian – World · Europe

Unlike its Nordic neighbours, finding a place in the Swedish capital to bada bastu is hard, with years-long waiting lists at member clubsThere is little doubt …

Geopolitics

‘Feels like an illusion’: how Trump seizing Maduro has changed little in Venezuela

The Guardian – World · Europe

Some feel optimistic change will come, but for many it’s business as usual for the movement Hugo Chávez startedWhen Ángel Linares heard a strange buzz followed…

Geopolitics

Lights, camera, Bangaranga: Highlights from Eurovision

BBC News – World · Europe

Bulgarian singer Dara stormed to victory in the contest, while Ukraine broke the record for the longest note ever sung at Eurovision.

Geopolitics

The girl group who've sold out venues and toured the world - without releasing a record

BBC News – World · Europe

The all-female supergroup has sold out venues across the UK and Ireland, toured stadiums with Ed Sheeran, and built a global following - all without releasing …

Geopolitics

A North Korean Soccer Team Makes a Rare Visit to South Korea

The New York Times – World · US

The team’s trip, for a women’s soccer tournament, is unlikely to catalyze a diplomatic thaw between the two Koreas, although some sports events have.

Geopolitics

80-year-old kills sleeping wife with axe, then walks to cops in Ghaziabad

Times of India – World · India

An 80-year-old man confessed to fatally hacking his 72-year-old wife with an axe while she slept outside their daughter's home. The accused, Harpal, surrendere…

Geopolitics

20,000-tonne LPG carrier Symi arrives in Gujarat after crossing Hormuz

Times of India – World · India

A Marshall Islands-flagged LPG carrier carrying nearly 20,000 tonnes of fuel safely docked in Kandla, having crossed the Strait of Hormuz. This marks a crucial…

Geopolitics

Rapper Vedan’s leopard tooth pendant found genuine; booked under Wildlife Protection Act

Times of India – World · India

Forensic tests confirm rapper Vedan alias Hirandas Murali possessed an original leopard tooth, seized by forest officials. The sample tested positive, with res…

Geopolitics

'Mahngai man Modi whips out his lash again': Congress takes jibe over fresh CNG price hike in Delhi

Times of India – World · India

CNG prices in Delhi and NCR have seen another hike, with the latest increase of Re 1 per kg on Sunday. This follows two previous hikes, totaling Rs 3 in just t…

Geopolitics

How PBKS vs RCB could decide CSK’s IPL 2026 playoff fate

Times of India – World · India

Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2026 playoff hopes hinge on the Punjab Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru match. An RCB victory would simplify CSK's path to qualif…

Geopolitics

'Unparalleled momentum to India-Netherlands friendship': PM Modi on talks with Dutch PM Rob Jetten

Times of India – World · India

Prime Minister Modi's Netherlands visit concluded with a strategic partnership upgrade, marked by 17 key outcomes. A significant development includes Tata Elec…

Geopolitics

At UN, India flags concerns over targeting of vessels in Strait of Hormuz

The Hindu – World · India

Mr. Harish's remarks at a special meeting of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UNECOSOC) on safeguarding energy and supply flows came days after …

Geopolitics

Philippines asks top court to allow ICC drug war arrest of senator

The Hindu – World · India

The International Criminal Court last week unsealed an arrest warrant against Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, accusing him along with Mr. Duterte and other "co-perpe…

Tech & Startups

How to Control Everything on Your Phone With Your Voice (iOS and Android)

Wired · Global

Go fully hands-free with these tips for Android and iOS.

Tech & Startups

Users turn to jailbreaking their older Kindles as Amazon ends support

TechCrunch · US

It may be possible to jailbreak an older, end-of-support Kindle and continue adding books to it. But doing so carries risks.

Geopolitics

Is China’s new mediation body gaining steam as Western brokers’ influence wanes?

South China Morning Post – World · China

Global envoys and experts are doubling down on mediation as a preferred way to resolve regional conflicts amid stalled US-Iran peace talks and China’s appeal f…

Geopolitics

China and US agree to establish trade and investment councils after Xi-Trump summit

South China Morning Post – World · China

China and the United States have agreed to establish trade and investment councils, committing in principle to match each other’s tariff cuts on a reciprocal b…

Geopolitics

What do China’s plans for ‘comprehensive’ new AI law mean for future of technology?

South China Morning Post – World · China

China has confirmed for the first time that it is drawing up a “comprehensive law” on artificial intelligence. Industry insiders said the move showed China had…

Geopolitics

Swatch-Audemars Piguet watch launch ignites global chaos, tear gas fired in Paris

South China Morning Post – World · China

The launch of limited edition Swatch watches descended into chaos on Saturday in several European cities and New York, with French police firing tear gas to re…

Geopolitics

Reality deficit: how South Korea lost the plot on AI

South China Morning Post – World · China

The young woman in the stands simply sighed, turned her head and sat there, looking impossibly composed, while 15 million strangers fell briefly in love with s…

Geopolitics

Palestinian President Abbas casts vote in decisive Fatah elections

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Internal Fatah leadership elections take place amid questions of who will eventually succeed the 90-year-old leader.

Geopolitics

Accident kills eight people in Thailand raising questions of rail safety

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Devastating railway accident in Bangkok kills at least eight people. And an investigation is underway.

Geopolitics

Tens of thousands join far-right rally in central London

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Tens of thousands marched through central London on Saturday at a far-right rally led by activist Tommy Robinson

Geopolitics

Thousands protest at Eurovision final as five countries boycott over Israel

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Spain, Ireland, Iceland, Slovenia and Netherlands all withdrew in protest against Israel's participation amid Gaza war.

Geopolitics

Taiwan says it is an independent nation after Trump arms sale remarks

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Taiwan stressed that it is a “sovereign and independent” nation

Geopolitics

Two presidential campaign staffers killed in Colombia as elections near

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Rights office says the violence could hinder 'exercise of political rights' ahead of May vote to replace Gustavo Petro.

Geopolitics

Activists troll far-right UK rally with giant pro-immigration clip

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Led By Donkeys has snuck a big screen streaming pro-immigration messages into a far-right rally in the UK.

Geopolitics

Thailand: Bangkok rail crossing collision kills at least 8

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

A collision between a freight train and a bus occurred in downtown Bangkok. Fatal road accidents are not uncommon in Thailand.

Geopolitics

Kash Patel faces scrutiny over snorkeling outing at USS Arizona memorial in Hawaii

The Guardian – World · Europe

FBI director reportedly took a snorkel excursion at site containing remains of more than 1,000 navy sailors and marinesThe FBI director, Kash Patel, is facing …

Geopolitics

Man arrested in London after 30-year-old run over by van near flag protest in Birmingham

The Guardian – World · Europe

Suspect detained at ‘unite the kingdom’ march meeting point over incident on Thursday after flags were removed from lamp-postsA man has been arrested in London…

Geopolitics

Maldives diver dies in operation to recover bodies of Italians from cave

The Guardian – World · Europe

Mohamed Mahudhee suffered decompression sickness after searching for scuba divers in Vaavu Atoll and died in hospitalA Maldivian military diver has died during…

Geopolitics

Secret police and propaganda: The Chinese agents spying on expats in US

BBC News – World · Europe

Experts say two espionage cases in the US highlight China's attempts to peddle influence globally over the past decade.

Geopolitics

Freight train and bus crash kills at least eight in Bangkok

BBC News – World · Europe

Police and rescue officials said the collision sparked a fire that engulfed the bus.

General

London police out in force to deal with rival rallies and a soccer final

NBC News – World · US

Police patrolled the streets of London as tens of thousands of protesters descended on the U.K. capital on Saturday for two rival demonstrations, and tens of t…

General

Man rescued in Florida plane crash is accused of smuggling cocaine

NBC News – World · US

A passenger on board the plane that crashed into the ocean off the coast of Florida earlier this week has been arrested on cocaine smuggling charges

Geopolitics

Rubio, Once a China Hawk, Strikes Softer Tone to Align With Trump

The New York Times – World · US

As a senator, Marco Rubio even hinted at the need for regime change in China. Now he talks about cooperation.

Geopolitics

Trump Calls Xi a ‘Friend.’ But He Left China Without Any Breakthroughs.

The New York Times – World · US

The lack of concrete agreements with Beijing shows the risks of President Trump’s personality-driven foreign policy, which rests on the belief that he can defe…

Geopolitics

China Will Host Putin, Days After Trump’s Visit

The New York Times – World · US

The Russian leader will go to Beijing on Tuesday for talks with President Xi Jinping. The Kremlin said he had watched President Trump’s visit closely.

Geopolitics

Train Crashes Into Bangkok Traffic, Killing at Least 8

The New York Times – World · US

A freight train plowed into traffic on train tracks, starting a fire. The authorities did not immediately give a cause but said a barrier had not come down.

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