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Tech & Startups

A Majority of European Lawmakers Voted Against Letting Big Tech Read Our Messages. They’re Going to Anyway

Wired · Global

Companies will once again be allowed to scan citizens’ personal texts, emails, and social media messages via the “Chat Control” bill to find child abuse materi…

Geopolitics

Trump’s NATO Summit, and Everyone Else’s

The New York Times – World · US

While President Trump insulted allies and demanded loyalty, the military alliance moved quietly closer to accepting more European responsibility for defense.

Tech & Startups

Slate’s Gray $25,000 Truck Just Got a Crayola Makeover

Wired · Global

The Bezos-backed automaker building America’s cheapest electric truck is teaming up with the crayon company in a bid to brighten its rides. Make ours Razzmataz…

Geopolitics

LGBTQ+ cruise ship refused entry to Egypt days after Turkey turned it away

The Guardian – World · Europe

Scarlet Lady’s 2,000 passengers told of change as one of those onboard says they will ‘sparkle and spend elsewhere’An LGBTQ+ cruise ship blocked from Turkish w…

Geopolitics

Parent company of Hong Kong IVF clinic says sorry for embryo specimen mix-up

South China Morning Post – World · China

The parent group of a Hong Kong fertility clinic involved in a rare mix-up of embryo biopsy specimens has apologised for the incident, pledging to cooperate wi…

Geopolitics

China: Dozens killed in shoe factory fire

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Hundreds of rescue workers were dispatched to the site in Jinjiang, China, where many had become trapped in a burning factory. President Xi Jinping said "heavy…

Geopolitics

US-China AI war boils down to a contest over electricity

South China Morning Post – World · China

The proliferation of artificial intelligence models and the increasing parity in their performance suggest they are becoming a commodity. Soon, AI services wil…

Geopolitics

Bihar’s migration story: How women hold the villages men leave behind

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Rohitashwa Ranjan is a digital journalist at The Times of India. • He covers Indian politics as a…

Tech & Startups

Dell 14S Review: Higher Price, Better Quality

Wired · Global

The Dell 14S represents the new normal of laptop pricing, but it has the quality to back up its cost.

Startups

Gujarat launches ambitious Data Centre Policy

Your Story · India

Launching the policy at the Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre here, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said the initiative will make Gujarat the country's preferred…

Startups

India’s mobile gaming revenue set to reach $2.4B by 2029: Report

Your Story · India

The mobile gaming market is witnessing stronger monetisation with higher smartphone penetration, digital payments and consumer engagement.

Startups

Qikink launches free creator store to power India’s merchandise economy

Your Story · India

Qikink Bets on India's Creator Economy with a Free Branded Store that Handles Everything for Creators Qikink launches free creator store to power India’s merc…

Tech & Startups

Data Centers Are Quietly Taking Over Texas. The Pollution Could Be Catastrophic

Wired · Global

Thousands of new fossil-fuel power sources are quietly firing up across the state to power the AI boom, thanks to a regulatory loophole, leaving residents feel…

Startups

Will await Meta's formal reply and accordingly take a view: IT secretary on CSEAM notice

Your Story · India

IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw had directed MeitY officials to summon Meta over Instagram ads allegedly promoting child sexual abuse material; the ministry deman…

Geopolitics

Ukrainian drones batter Russian oil facilities, set more oil tankers ablaze

The Hindu – World · India

On July 9, a Ukrainian drone strike triggered a fire at an oil depot in the city of Tver in western Russia says acting regional Governor Vitaly Korolyov

Tech & Startups

Influencers Are Promoting $50 Straws They Claim Will Protect Against Electromagnetic Radiation

Wired · Global

“EMF straws” and similar products are being sold as a way to block electromagnetic frequencies that come from common electronic devices, even without scientifi…

Tech & Startups

The $28 Million Mistake That Inspired Estonia’s AI ‘Fuckup Finder’

Wired · Global

A single wording mistake cost the government millions. Now Estonia is using AI to spot legal errors before they become law—and to automate more of the state.

Engineering

The Rebirth of High Frequency

IEEE Spectrum · Global

An examination of how satellite vulnerabilities, modern wideband waveforms, and automatic link establishment are driving renewed military and government invest…

Tech & Startups

Madison Square Garden Kept a List of Gay Celebrities

Wired · Global

An MSG database tracked and categorized hundreds of celebs, famous Knicks superfans, and even some of Taylor Swift’s wedding guests. Labels included “LGBTQIA,”…

Tech & Startups

Federal Investigators Say Certain DOGE Records Were Deleted

Wired · Global

A government report claims DOGE didn’t access sensitive systems. It also says the agency deleted records that would show if they had.

Geopolitics

Indonesia blocks 4.8 million underage social media accounts but are kids any safer?

South China Morning Post – World · China

Indonesia’s attempt to keep children aged under 16 off social media platforms deemed high risk has quickly become one of the world’s biggest tests of online sa…

General

U.S. and Iran exchange intense new attacks after Trump says ceasefire is ‘over’

NBC News – World · US

A U.S. official told NBC News the U.S. hadn’t carried out any further strikes Thursday, contradicting Iranian officials, though the military has been shooting …

AI / Deep Tech

Four nuclear reactors hit a big milestone in the US

MIT Technology Review · Global

I was really looking forward to July 4, and not just because I love a poolside barbecue. This year the American holiday also marked a big symbolic deadline for…

Geopolitics

Mexico Investigates Possible F.B.I. Role in El Mayo Arrest

The New York Times – World · US

Accusations that the United States lied about its involvement in the notorious drug lord’s capture renewed controversy over an issue that has strained the U.S.…

Geopolitics

Chinese man awarded US$73,500 for video featuring Tibet’s beauty, garnering 21 million likes

South China Morning Post – World · China

The tourism authority of Tibet has announced a 500,000-yuan (US$73,500) award for an online influencer whose viral road trip video promoted local tourism and g…

Geopolitics

France vs Morocco: World Cup quarterfinal – prediction, start time, lineups

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Title favourites France face African champions Morocco, as football's 2026 World Cup enters the last-eight phase.

Geopolitics

Son of Mexican national who was fatally shot by ICE speaks out

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The son of Mexican man, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, who was fatally shot by an officer from ICE.

Geopolitics

Modi and Albanese to ink major uranium deal as Indian leader’s visit expected to draw 30,000-strong crowd

The Guardian – World · Europe

Ahead of Modi’s Marvel Stadium event, Anthony Albanese credits Indian PM’s ‘leadership and personal engagement with Australia’ for strength of bilateral relati…

Geopolitics

Can landlord still demand rent when natural disaster strikes your home?

Times of India – World · India

Natural disasters can disrupt the living conditions of tenants, leading to significant challenges in housing stability. Under the Transfer of Property Act, 188…

Geopolitics

Do fans still trust referees and VAR at the World Cup?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Do fans still trust referees and VAR at the World Cup?

Geopolitics

Ceasefire collapses: US attacks Iran again as Bahrain, Qatar issue missile alerts

Indian Express – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The US launched fresh airstrikes against Iran, targeting cities along the Strait of Hormuz, hours…

Geopolitics

Iran chief negotiator says Hormuz strait to open only under ‘Iranian arrangements’

The Hindu – World · India

‘The United States still has not learned that bullying and breaking its promises no longer come without consequences; let me be clear: If you strike, you will …

Geopolitics

Australia news live: Jillian Segal wants new ‘oversight’ committee to vet ABC’s Israel coverage; Hanson records podcast with Tommy Robinson

The Guardian – World · Europe

Meanwhile SA police say a small number of calls to triple-zero are failing to connect after Telstra’s Wednesday outages. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaki…

Geopolitics

Western Europe records its hottest June as heatwaves surge

The Hindu – World · India

It was the second hottest June on record for the world and for Europe as a whole, Copernicus said, as human-induced climate change continues to push temperatur…

Geopolitics

Trump Praises NATO’s ‘Unity’ After Lashing Out at Allies

The New York Times – World · US

Though President Trump assailed partners for not joining the war in Iran, he said he would grant Ukraine long-sought authority to make the Patriot defense syst…

Geopolitics

Iran war live: Sirens in Bahrain, Kuwait after deadly US attacks on Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US attacks kill at least one person in the city of Iranshahr and cause widespread power outages in Chabahar.

Geopolitics

It was 'love at first sight' with their adopted baby. Then they were told he may have been trafficked

BBC News – World · Europe

The case highlights the problem of child trafficking in Indonesia and raises questions about how Singapore fails to detect it.

Geopolitics

Ambassadorial appointments should be subject to veto by MPs, committee recommends

The Guardian – World · Europe

Foreign affairs select committee says Peter Mandelson episode was ‘nothing short of disastrous’ for governmentPolitical selections for ambassador posts should …

Geopolitics

Trump switches back to flying on older Air Force One for England trip instead of new Qatari jet

The Guardian – World · Europe

US president unexpectedly changed plans for flight to England after using Qatari-gifted aircraft to travel to TurkeyDonald Trump flew from Turkey to England on…

Geopolitics

Chilling new images reveal condition of Connor Murphy’s Thailand home before drowning death

Times of India – World · India

Connor Murphy died in Thailand after reportedly fleeing police and entering a lake, where he later drowned. Newly released images from his rental home show tra…

Geopolitics

Nato summit delivers unity and billions in defence deals, Rutte says

South China Morning Post – World · China

Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte defended US President Donald Trump’s criticism of the transatlantic security alliance, while saying this year’s summit showed…

Geopolitics

NHL trade rumor: Penguins, Flyers eye Canucks' $92M star

Times of India – World · India

The Vancouver Canucks have been actively looking for trade options for the team’s star center Elias Pettersson as the team rebuilds its roster, ahead of the ne…

Geopolitics

After Insulting Allies at NATO Summit, Trump Says They Love Him

The New York Times – World · US

The meeting in Turkey featured President Trump at his most mercurial, veering from scorn to praise for European countries, including some whose patience with m…

Geopolitics

At the Ayatollah’s Funeral

The New York Times – World · US

A Times reporter in Iran said the events “surpassed anything I’ve ever witnessed.”

Geopolitics

Iran war: Trump calls second set of US strikes 'retribution'

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The United States launched fresh strikes on Iran on Wednesday night, the second wave of strikes in 24 hours after President Trump declared a ceasefire to be ov…

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