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Geopolitics

‘IPL not as good as everyone thinks’: Cook’s bold claim stirs fresh controversy

Times of India – World · India

Former England captain Alastair Cook defended his advice to Jacob Bethell regarding IPL opportunities, emphasizing the need for game time over just learning fr…

Geopolitics

SRH create unique IPL record with unmatched Hyderabad dominance over PBKS

Times of India – World · India

Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a historic 33-run victory over Punjab Kings in Hyderabad, marking their ninth consecutive win against PBKS at the venue. Heinrich K…

Startups

Dharmendra Pradhan opens IIT Madras tech summit in Delhi

Your Story · India

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the IIT Madras Technology Summit 2026 in Delhi, focused on deep-tech and industry collaboration.

Tech & Startups

Jabra Promo Codes: 30% Off Headphones, Headsets & More

Wired · Global

Unlock significant savings on Jabra headphones, headsets, and speakers with our verified promo codes, exclusive coupons, and limited-time deals this month.

Tech & Startups

Hasan Piker, Self-Described ‘Ayatollah of Woke,’ Wants AI to Die

Wired · Global

The far-left Twitch streamer says AI is rotting our brains. He’s also addicted to Twitter and listens to at least eight podcasts.

Tech & Startups

7 Best Digital Notebooks (2026): reMarkable, Kobo, Kindle

Wired · Global

These nifty tools combine the ease of jotting notes by hand with the power of saving them digitally.

Tech & Startups

Best Carry-On Suitcases (2026): Away, Rimowa, Tumi

Wired · Global

I feel about luggage carousels the same way I feel about head lice: avoid at all costs. These are the best carry-on suitcases for those who never want to check…

Tech & Startups

Trump’s Team Wants Him to Accept an Iran Deal He’s Already Rejected

Wired · Global

As chaotic negotiations over the end of the Iran war continue, US negotiators think they have the framework for a deal in place. Now they just have to sell the…

Tech & Startups

Elon Musk’s Last-Ditch Effort to Control OpenAI: Recruit Sam Altman to Tesla

Wired · Global

Messages between Shivon Zilis and Tesla executives reveal plans in 2017 to start a rival AI lab, potentially led by Altman or Demis Hassabis.

Tech & Startups

Google updates AI search to include quotes from Reddit and other sources

TechCrunch · US

While citing web forums and discussion boards can help users find answers to more niche queries, this design choice could also prove chaotic.

Tech & Startups

Chrome on Android now supports approximate instead of precise location sharing

TechCrunch · US

The new feature is a small win for Android users, as it gives them more control over how much location data they share with websites.

Tech & Startups

AI evaluation startup Braintrust confirms breach, tells every customer to rotate sensitive keys

TechCrunch · US

Braintrust, a startup that makes an “operating system for engineers building AI software,” notified customers that hackers broke into one of its Amazon cloud e…

Tech & Startups

Barry Diller trusts Sam Altman. But ‘trust is irrelevant’ as AGI nears, he says.

TechCrunch · US

Barry Diller defended OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, while warning that AGI remains an unpredictable force needing guardrails.

Geopolitics

Aviation authorities report ‘less than 5%’ flight cuts despite Mideast war

South China Morning Post – World · China

Fewer than 5 per cent of Hong Kong flights for May and June combined have been cancelled, and about 1 per cent for the peak July travel period, aviation author…

Geopolitics

Can Indonesia turn holiday island Bali into a global financial hub?

South China Morning Post – World · China

Indonesia has unveiled a new vision to transform the holiday island of Bali into a global finance hub inspired by destinations such as Dubai, Hong Kong and Sin…

Geopolitics

27 held, HK$3.3m fuel seized as Hong Kong cracks down on illegal sales by triads

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong authorities have arrested 27 people and seized more than 21,000 litres of illicit fuel worth about HK$3.3 million (US$421,200) in a crackdown on tria…

Geopolitics

Thailand vows strict tourist oversight after public sex incidents

South China Morning Post – World · China

Thailand vowed on Wednesday to tighten oversight of tourists’ behaviour after a series of incidents involving foreigners caught having sex in public, warning t…

Geopolitics

Pope Leo to inaugurate Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia in June trip to Spain

South China Morning Post – World · China

Pope Leo will inaugurate the soaring central tower of Barcelona’s famed Sagrada Familia basilica when he visits Spain next month in a week-long trip that will …

Geopolitics

Traffic accidents involving animals in Hong Kong surge 11-fold in 4 years

South China Morning Post – World · China

Traffic accidents involving animals in Hong Kong have skyrocketed more than 11-fold over the past four years, with advocacy groups attributing it to a wave of …

Geopolitics

Israel bombs Beirut’s southern suburb as it targets Hezbollah commander

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

It was the first attack on Beirut's southern suburbs since a truce in the Israel-Hezbollah war went into force on April 17.

Geopolitics

Trump says had ‘very good talks’ with Iran as Tehran reviews US proposal

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Momentum could be building for Washington and Tehran to strike a deal that could ultimately end the war.

Geopolitics

Could Ghana outlaw 'sex for jobs' demands?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

President John Mahama wants to criminalize employers demanding sex in exchange for work. But can a new law — that falls into a legal grey zone — be enforced?

Geopolitics

Germany cracks down on neo-Nazi networks

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Police and prosecutors have launched a nationwide crackdown on young right-wing extremists. They are alleged to have formed criminal organizations and attacked…

Geopolitics

Three evacuated from hantavirus-hit ship as Spain says vessel can dock

The Guardian – World · Europe

British guide Martin Anstee, 56, among those evacuated from MV Hondius, which is now heading for Canary IslandsExplainer: What is hantavirus?Three people with …

Geopolitics

US fires on Iranian-flagged oil tanker as Trump gives Tehran fresh ultimatum

The Guardian – World · Europe

President tells Iran to accept deal to end war or face new wave of bombing at ‘much higher level and intensity’Middle East crisis – live updatesThe US military…

Geopolitics

From Eurovision to the Venice Biennale, culture contests are being overshadowed by politics

The Guardian – World · Europe

The Venice Biennale, Eurovision and Cannes are framed as artists representing their nations. But in a fractured world, national identity seems increasingly fut…

Geopolitics

Pussy Riot protest at Venice Biennale forces Russian pavilion to briefly close

The Guardian – World · Europe

Demonstrators, angered by Russia’s inclusion at arts festival, shouted ‘Curated by Putin, dead bodies included’The Russian pavilion at the Venice Biennale was …

Geopolitics

Dressed for succession: What Kim Ju Ae's outfits tell us about North Korea

BBC News – World · Europe

Kim Ju Ae's evolving fashion is one of the signs that she is being groomed as North Korea's next leader.

Geopolitics

IS families in Syria have booked tickets home to Australia, minister says

BBC News – World · Europe

The four women and nine children with links to Islamic State have spent years in a Syrian camp.

Geopolitics

BBC traces how 10 minutes of Israeli bombing brought devastation to Lebanon

BBC News – World · Europe

The bombs started falling at 14:15 in the afternoon - bringing chaos and destruction across the country.

Geopolitics

To stay or risk the 'Road of Death' - Ukrainian civilians trapped in frontline city

BBC News – World · Europe

People in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky say they have been cut off from fresh supplies of food or medicine for months.

Geopolitics

Ted Turner, media mogul who revolutionised TV news by launching CNN, dies at 87

BBC News – World · Europe

The media mogul pioneered the modern 24-hour news culture when he launched the Cable News Network in 1980.

Geopolitics

Oil prices drop and stock markets rise after reports of deal to end Iran war

BBC News – World · Europe

Reports have raised hopes of an agreement between the US and Iran after days of escalation.

General

Trump’s abrupt U-turn on plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz came after backlash from allies

NBC News – World · US

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s abrupt reversal on his plan to help ships go through the Strait of Hormuz came after a key Gulf ally suspended the U.S. m…

General

Former Hamas hostages share stories of abuse

NBC News – World · US

Former Hamas hostages describe chilling stories of abuse that they faced at the hands of their captors. Some say they were threatened with death if they said a…

Geopolitics

Trump and Rubio Insist Iran War Is Over, Even as Missiles Fly During Cease-Fire

The New York Times – World · US

The White House is turning to rhetorical leaps as President Trump tries to put the biggest political crisis of his presidency behind him.

Geopolitics

Argentine Fans Are Struggling to Afford This World Cup

The New York Times – World · US

Argentine fans have flocked to previous World Cups by the tens of thousands, but the high cost of attending this year’s event is creating a new challenge. Tari…

Geopolitics

Ted Turner, Creator of CNN and the 24-Hour News Cycle, Dies at 87

The New York Times – World · US

As one of the most important figures in media history, he oversaw a vast cable empire of news, sports and entertainment channels.

Geopolitics

Air-Conditioning Is in Short Supply as Asia Swelters

The New York Times – World · US

From classrooms to crowded buses, people across South and Southeast Asia are adjusting to life with less cooling — or none at all — as the war in Iran drives a…

Geopolitics

A Hotel in Venezuela’s Capital Has Become the U.S. Embassy’s De Facto Headquarters

The New York Times – World · US

The J.W. Marriott in Venezuela’s capital is suddenly awash in U.S. diplomats, spies and fortune seekers, showcasing changes in the country.

Geopolitics

Leo XIV Is the First Pope From the U.S. He’s Making That an Asset.

The New York Times – World · US

A year into his papacy, Leo has shown a readiness to challenge Washington, defying any concerns about the election of an American pontiff.

Geopolitics

‘Lafda ho gaya na’: Ashwin’s cheeky reply on Rohit rift rumours

Times of India – World · India

Ravichandran Ashwin playfully addressed fan speculation about a rift with Rohit Sharma after missing the LSG vs MI IPL 2026 clash. He clarified his absence was…

Geopolitics

Vinesh Phogat’s Asian Games 2026 dream crushed as WFI bars her from trials

Times of India – World · India

The Wrestling Federation of India announced new eligibility rules for the 2026 Asian Games trials, making Vinesh Phogat ineligible as only recent national and …

Geopolitics

Two killed, three injured in shootings at shopping centre in Texas

The Hindu – World · India

After a short chase on foot, the 69-year-old suspect, Seung Han Ho, was arrested about 6 kilometres away at a grocery store, police said

Geopolitics

Italy’s Meloni denounces deepfake photo as a political attack

The Hindu – World · India

“Deepfakes are a dangerous tool because they can deceive, manipulate and target anyone”

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