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Geopolitics

Hamas 'weaponised' sexual violence in 7 October attacks, Israeli investigation says

BBC News – World · Europe

The most comprehensive report of its kind details harrowing cases of sexual attacks which it says were systematic.

Geopolitics

Air India crisis deepens ahead of final Ahmedabad crash report

BBC News – World · Europe

Air India faces a leadership vacuum and mounting financial losses as it struggles to recover from the crash.

General

Inside Russia’s push to recruit students as drone pilots in Ukraine

NBC News – World · US

College students across Russia are being lured to join the country’s drone forces in Ukraine, but rights activists say the offer could be a trap.

General

From boycotts to Boy George, Eurovision is back

NBC News – World · US

The Eurovision Song Contest is back in Vienna amid a boycott over Israel’s participation and voting changes.

Geopolitics

Kuwait Accuses Iran of Trying to Infiltrate Its Territory

The New York Times – World · US

Kuwait’s interior ministry said a group of armed Iranians arrived at Bubiyan Island in the Persian Gulf on May 1 aboard a rented fishing boat and exchanged fir…

Geopolitics

Drones Are Leading Cause of Civilian Deaths in Sudan War, U.N. Says

The New York Times – World · US

The U.N. documented 880 deaths from strikes carried out by Sudan’s military or its paramilitary enemy, the Rapid Support Forces, between January and April.

Geopolitics

The Iran War Is Taking the Color Out of Japan’s Best-Known Snack Bags

The New York Times – World · US

The food giant Calbee said shortages of naphtha, a crude-oil derivative used in inks, were forcing it to switch to black-and-white packaging for its salty prod…

Geopolitics

Putin’s Credibility Has Suffered in the Iran War. Or Has It?

The New York Times – World · US

Despite its long slog in Ukraine and the loss of former allies like Syria, Russia is benefiting from costly energy, a clever narrative and America’s own failur…

Geopolitics

Russia Keeps Attacking U.S. Firms in Ukraine. The White House Is Silent.

The New York Times – World · US

Facilities tied to Coca-Cola, Cargill, Mondelez and others appear to have been deliberately hit. The Trump administration’s muted response has raised concerns.

Geopolitics

The insomniac-in-chief, a President who can’t log off

Times of India – World · India

President Trump's late-night social media activity, characterized by numerous posts on his Truth Social platform, is raising concerns about his focus and stami…

Geopolitics

'Bad days for you know who': Himanta-Suvendu bonhomie grabs attention at Assam govt swearing-in

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI News Desk is a team of dedicated journalists working around the clock. • The team's commi…

Geopolitics

Iltija Mufti blames ‘NC-BJP nexus’ for her X suspension

Times of India – World · India

Iltija Mufti, daughter of Mehbooba Mufti, claims the National Conference, in league with the BJP, suspended her X account. She alleges this follows her critici…

Geopolitics

Brandon Clarke death: new reports raise questions over circumstances

Times of India – World · India

Memphis Grizzlies player Brandon Clarke has passed away at 29. Initial reports focused on his character. However, new details reveal a complex situation. Inves…

Geopolitics

EAM’s bilateral with Iran’s Araghchi on Friday, energy disruption & connectivity on agenda

Times of India – World · India

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will host his Iranian counterpart for bilateral talks focusing on energy and connectivity concerns, including stranded L…

Geopolitics

Alia Bhatt meets Carlos Sainz at Cannes; Bollywood & F1 crossover delights fans - watch

Times of India – World · India

Bollywood star Alia Bhatt and Formula One racer Carlos Sainz Jr. created a stir at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. Viral photos captured the duo engaging in con…

Geopolitics

New shot unlocked! Sundar's outrageous six shocks everyone - watch

Times of India – World · India

Washington Sundar's astonishing, near-ground six was a highlight as Gujarat Titans defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 82 runs. Sundar's 50, alongside Sai Sudharsa…

Geopolitics

Half-Indian footballer seeks $12M after alleged 'curry muncher' abuse case

Times of India – World · India

Former QPR midfielder Amrit Bansal-McNulty, who is half-Indian, has partially won his employment tribunal case against ex-Crawley Town manager John Yems after …

Geopolitics

‘Rizwan’s reputation is really bad’: Litton Das’ brutal stump mic troll - Watch

Times of India – World · India

Bangladesh secured a commanding 104-run victory over Pakistan in the first Test in Dhaka. A late collapse saw Pakistan lose seven wickets in the final session.…

Geopolitics

Hardik Pandya's social media post goes viral amid availability doubts - Watch

Times of India – World · India

Hardik Pandya hinted at his recovery through an Instagram story showing him training at Mumbai’s Reliance facility after missing MI’s last game with back spasm…

Geopolitics

Vijay's floor test splits AIADMK. Will Thalapathy go the Yediyurappa way?

Times of India – World · India

Here are the 4 bullet points summarizing the article: • Priyanka Mukherjee is an Assistant News Editor at The Times of India. • She juggles breaking news, lon…

Geopolitics

WHO chief says 'work not over' after hantavirus evacuation

The Hindu – World · India

There is no sign that we are seeing the start of a larger outbreak, says WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

Geopolitics

U.S. envoy says Israel sent Iron Dome battery, personnel to UAE

The Hindu – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Israel has sent Iron Dome batteries and personnel to operate them to the United Arab Emirate…

Geopolitics

Iran chief negotiator says U.S. must accept proposal or face 'failure'

The Hindu – World · India

Following U.S. President Donald Trump’s rejection of Tehran’s latest counteroffer, Iran issued an ultimatum to the U.S. to accept its 14-point proposal for pea…

Geopolitics

U.K. man in court charged with arson at former London synagogue

The Hindu – World · India

A U.K. man faces arson charges over a fire at a former London synagogue amid a police investigation

Geopolitics

Qatar says Iran should not use Hormuz to 'blackmail' Gulf

The Hindu – World · India

“Iran should not use this strait as a weapon to pressure or to blackmail the Gulf countries,” Qatar’s Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said

Startups

Consumer electronics design and manufacturing firm Mekr raises Rs 67 Cr in Series A round

Your Story · India

Mekr's funding arrives at a time when India is positioning itself as a global manufacturing hub rather than a low-cost production base.

Geopolitics

Malaysian landlord’s pity for broke tenant brings loan sharks to her door

South China Morning Post – World · China

When a 52-year-old Indonesian woman approached her saying she was broke and needed a place to stay, Lim felt sorry for her. Out of sympathy, the 29-year-old Ma…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong couple who took children storm chasing during typhoon spared criminal sentence

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Hong Kong couple have been spared a criminal conviction for storm chasing with their children during Super Typhoon Ragasa last year after prosecutors agreed …

Geopolitics

South Korea cautious on blaming Iran for ship strike ahead of US-China summit

South China Morning Post – World · China

South Korea is treading carefully in attributing blame for the strike on one of its cargo ships earlier this month, even as preliminary signs point to Iranian …

Geopolitics

Azam Baki steps down as MACC chief, leaving Malaysia’s PM Anwar to face the fallout

South China Morning Post – World · China

On his last morning in charge of Malaysia’s anti-corruption watchdog, Azam Baki did what he had always done – talked tough and walked away on his own terms. Bu…

Geopolitics

Singaporean pleads guilty to setting up live upskirt camera feed of colleague

South China Morning Post – World · China

A man sent a woman an AI-generated photo of her face on a nude body and set up cameras under her work desk for a live “upskirt” feed. The woman was alarmed by …

Geopolitics

Would you invest in a play? Hong Kong sets the stage for tokenised funding

South China Morning Post – World · China

Investors can finance part of the production cost of a stage play produced by film star Louis Koo Tin-lok and featuring award-winning actress Fish Liew Chi-yu,…

Geopolitics

Thunder outlasts Lakers in Game 4 to complete NBA playoff sweep

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Reigning champions Oklahoma City Thunder remain undefeated in playoffs and move on to Western Conference finals.

Geopolitics

Starving on the front lines: Food supply in crisis as Ukraine fights Russia

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Photos of emaciated Ukrainians reveal conditions suffered by Ukraine, as meagre rations also afflict Russian soldiers.

Geopolitics

‘Potential security risk’: Unpacking the UK’s trust issues with Palantir

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Analysts say it is challenging to track whether Palantir is sticking to the terms of its NHS contract.

Geopolitics

Buyers of Liza Minnelli memoir claim it was not signed by hand

The Guardian – World · Europe

Premium editions of Kids, Wait Till You Hear This! cost up to $250 but some say signatures are unnaturally identicalLiza Minnelli fans who bought signed copies…

Geopolitics

Middle East crisis live: Trump says Iran ceasefire is on ‘massive life support’

The Guardian – World · Europe

US president says Tehran’s peace proposal ‘totally unacceptable’ and ‘a piece of garbage’Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported this morning t…

Geopolitics

Teen bedroom art installation shines spotlight on Ukraine’s stolen children

The Guardian – World · Europe

Since the start of the current conflict, more than 20,500 Ukrainian children have been taken by RussiaIt looks like a typical teenager’s bedroom: football shir…

Geopolitics

Mother of Kumanjayi Little Baby asks politicians not to leverage child’s death: ‘My heart is broken into a million pieces’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Labor introduced condolence motions in parliament on Tuesday to honour the five-year-old who was allegedly murdered in Alice Springs last monthWarning: This ar…

Geopolitics

US, UK sanctions target Iran-linked network accused of plotting attacks and moving funds

Times of India – World · India

The US and UK have imposed separate sanctions targeting individuals, companies, and networks involved in Iran's oil sales, financial transactions, and alleged …

Geopolitics

Oil & gas royalty rejig: What govt big upstream reform means

Times of India – World · India

The Indian government has rationalised royalty rates and methodologies for crude oil, natural gas, and casing head condensate to simplify regulations and boost…

Geopolitics

Telugu actor K Bharat Kanth passes away at 31

Times of India – World · India

Telugu actor and digital creator K Bharat Kanth tragically died in a road accident near Hyderabad. The 31-year-old, known for his social media presence and rol…

Geopolitics

AIADMK faction extends support to Vijay's TVK; leader explains why DMK alliance talks collapsed

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The Times of India's news desk operates 24/7 to deliver current and comprehensive news updates wo…

Geopolitics

Elon Musk, Apple's Tim Cook to head to China with Trump, per White House

The Hindu – World · India

Beijing has said it is ready to work with the United States in pursuit of "more stability"

Geopolitics

India declines Russian LNG under sanctions, talks continue on permitted cargoes, sources say

The Hindu – World · India

India’s reluctance has left an LNG cargo from ‌Russia’s U.S.-sanctioned ⁠Portovaya plant in the Baltic Sea unable to discharge, despite indicating India as ⁠it…

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