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Geopolitics

Japan’s Takaichi to hold talks in Vietnam on economic security, critical minerals

South China Morning Post – World · China

Japan and Vietnam are set to agree to boost their partnership in economic security in leaders’ talks on Saturday, as Japan seeks to strengthen supply chains fo…

Geopolitics

Government ‘confident’ that 75% of Wang Chi House owners will take buy-back offer

South China Morning Post – World · China

The Hong Kong government is confident that at least three-quarters of homeowners of Wang Chi House – the only block unscathed in the Wang Fuk Court fire – will…

Geopolitics

Trump says US forces are ‘like pirates’ taking Iranian oil

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Donald Trump says US forces are ‘like pirates’ taking over Iranian ships and cargo near the Strait of Hormuz.

Geopolitics

Iran war: What’s happening on day 64 as Trump rejects Tehran’s proposal

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US President Donald Trump says the latest Iranian peace proposal includes demands he 'can’t agree to'.

Geopolitics

Man Utd vs Liverpool: Premier League – preview, team news, start, lineups

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Man United just need two points to secure qualification, while Liverpool can draw level with the Red Devils with a win.

Geopolitics

New Oscars rules exclude AI performers, require scripts written by human

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

AI performers will not qualify for Oscars under new Academy rules that also overhaul the international film category and acting nominations.

Geopolitics

‘There is real danger’: landline phone users voice fears over digital switchover

The Guardian – World · Europe

Rural dwellers reveal failings in backup plans, as campaigners call for deadline to be extended from 2027 to 2030“Every time there is a power failure I lose al…

Geopolitics

Spirit Airlines shutting down after rescue talks collapse

BBC News – World · Europe

The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a $500m bailout.

Geopolitics

How Germany Misjudged Trump’s Anger on Iran

The New York Times – World · US

After Chancellor Friedrich Merz upset President Trump with criticism of the war, he offered no public sign he believed Mr. Trump’s threats to pull troops were …

Geopolitics

Mexican Governor Accused by U.S. of Aiding Drug Cartel Steps Down

The New York Times – World · US

U.S. prosecutors accused Rubén Rocha Moya of protecting the powerful Sinaloa Cartel in exchange for bribes and political support, setting off a national scanda…

Geopolitics

Five Indian-origin men charged in Canada after $2 million worth of cannabis seized from trailer

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers provide up-to-date news coverage. • The team pri…

Geopolitics

UP Congress chief Ajay Rai hospitalised after fainting at event in Lucknow

Times of India – World · India

UP Congress chief Ajay Rai was hospitalized after fainting during a Lucknow event. Initially feared to be a stroke or seizure, doctors now suspect sodium deple…

Geopolitics

At least 6 killed after car crashes into stationary lorry in Telangana

Times of India – World · India

Six individuals tragically lost their lives in Rajanna Sircilla, Telangana, after their speeding car collided with a stationary lorry on Saturday. The severe i…

Geopolitics

ACP-rank officer held for flashing 9-year-old girl in Mumbai

Times of India – World · India

A Deputy Superintendent of Police rank officer was arrested in Mumbai for allegedly flashing a nine-year-old girl in a Worli garden. The accused, attached to t…

Geopolitics

Mumbai Indians' struggles decoded: Why nothing is working for Pandya's men

Times of India – World · India

Mumbai Indians are struggling in IPL 2026 with six defeats in eight matches, continuing last season's poor form. Key players like Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar…

Geopolitics

Received alarm-like notification on phone? Here's what it means

Times of India – World · India

Mobile users in Delhi-NCR may receive test alert messages. The government is trialing a new disaster alert system across India. This system uses advanced techn…

Geopolitics

Hezbollah’s fibre-optic drones pose new challenge for Israel

The Hindu – World · India

Unlike conventional drones guided by GPS or radio, which can therefore be jammed, Hezbollah is using devices linked to their launch site by a thin fibre-optic …

Geopolitics

U.S. sanctions are ‘collective punishment’, says Cuba during May 1 marches

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. President Donald Trump has mused about taking over Cuba, which lies 145 kilometers from Florida and has been under a nearly continuous U.S. trade embargo …

Geopolitics

Meta raises specter of shutting down service to New Mexico in legal clash over child safety

The Hindu – World · India

Meta is raising the prospect of shutting down social media services in New Mexico

Geopolitics

Trump says U.S. Navy acting ‘like pirates’ to carry out naval blockade of Iranian ports

The Hindu – World · India

Trump made the comments ⁠while describing the seizure by U.S. forces of a ship a few days ago

Geopolitics

Apple says India antitrust body overstepping judicial authority as spat intensifies

The Hindu – World · India

The Competition Commission ​of India has since ‌2024 sought Apple’s financial information, typically needed to calculate penalties, after an investigation foun…

Startups

Tim Cook ‘over the moon’ on India as iPhone powers Apple growth

Your Story · India

Apple CEO Tim Cook highlighted India’s rising middle class as the iPhone maker delivered strong double-digit growth, record revenue, and expanding services, de…

Tech & Startups

Do You Need Aluminum Luggage? (2026): Rimowa, Away, Carl Friedrik

Wired · Global

All-metal carry-ons give you the turn-left-on-a-plane look, but are they really worth the cost of a vacation?

Tech & Startups

You Found Satoshi? Let’s See the Receipts

Wired · Global

Two new projects, including one from a Pulitzer-winning reporter, claim they’ve solved the mystery of Bitcoin’s creator. So why does the hunt continue?

Tech & Startups

The Chinese Government Just Got the World’s Largest Digital Rights Conference Canceled

Wired · Global

Access Now, the group that organizes RightsCon, says Zambian officials asked it to exclude Taiwanese participants if it wanted the event to proceed as planned.

Tech & Startups

This Eye-Catching Indoor Garden Is 20 Percent Off Right Now

Wired · Global

Lettuce Grow’s Farmstand is sure to impress, and it’s 20 percent off for Mother’s Day.

Tech & Startups

A Dark-Money Campaign Is Paying Influencers to Frame Chinese AI as a Threat

Wired · Global

Build American AI, a nonprofit linked to a super PAC bankrolled by executives at OpenAI and Andreessen Horowitz, is funding a campaign to spread pro-AI messagi…

AI / Deep Tech

A new US phone network for Christians aims to block porn and gender-related content

MIT Technology Review · Global

A new US-wide cell phone network marketed to Christians is set to launch next week. It blocks porn, which experts in network security say marks the first time …

AI / Deep Tech

Trump’s mass firing just dealt another blow to American science

MIT Technology Review · Global

This past week delivered another gut punch for science in the US. This time, the target was the National Science Foundation—a federal agency that funds major r…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong seizes HK$16 million of counterfeit goods in joint cross-border operation

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong authorities uncovered 23 cross-boundary and transshipment counterfeiting cases in a joint operation with mainland China and Macau in April, seizing a…

Geopolitics

Beijing’s Xia Baolong, top energy official hold talks with CLP’s Michael Kadoorie

South China Morning Post – World · China

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs and a senior national energy official have held meetings with CLP Holdings chairman Michael Kadoorie, with observers s…

Geopolitics

Beijing backs Cuba, Brazil slams BYD slave labour conditions: Latin America relations reads

South China Morning Post – World · China

We have selected six of the most interesting and important news stories covering Latin American relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see mor…

Geopolitics

US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, fulfilling Trump threat

South China Morning Post – World · China

The United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany in the next six to 12 months, the Pentagon said Friday, fulfilling President Donald Trump’s thr…

Geopolitics

From Malaysia’s book bans to Iran war, Anwar’s reform agenda faces sternest test

South China Morning Post – World · China

When Malaysia’s government announced a ban on two books in mid-April, the move raised eyebrows, with some questioning the intent of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahi…

Geopolitics

What to leave behind? Returning Wang Fuk Court residents stuck with tough decisions

South China Morning Post – World · China

Residents of Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court are wrestling with a fresh sense of loss after returning to their former homes damaged in last November’s fire, as they…

Geopolitics

In China at a time of geopolitical flux, I feel right at home

South China Morning Post – World · China

“You could do with some international exposure. China, maybe,” a law firm partner said as we stood over the water cooler. His offhand comment was so blasé. I w…

Geopolitics

US Pentagon signs AI deals with Google, Nvidia and SpaceX, focus on ‘lawful’ use

South China Morning Post – World · China

Eight technology companies, including Google, Nvidia and SpaceX, have struck deals with the Pentagon to help the US military gain an edge on the battlefield. “…

Geopolitics

Cricket club bans social media comments to protect players’ mental health

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

English basement county, Kent, are led by former international Adam Hollioake, who is concerned for players' well being.

Geopolitics

Michael Jackson’s biopic and what it leaves out

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A new biopic revisits Michael Jackson - but what’s left out of his story, and who decides his legacy?

Geopolitics

US warns shippers against paying Strait of Hormuz tolls, ‘donations’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Latest warning comes as Iranian state media reports Tehran has presented new peace proposal to US.

Geopolitics

Poll finds 61 percent of Americans believe attacking Iran was a mistake

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Poll finds that Americans are concerned about impact of the war on the cost of living and sceptical of success thus far.

Geopolitics

Photos: Cuba holds May Day celebrations amid US threats

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

March celebrating International Workers' Day coincided with announcement of further US sanctions on island.

Geopolitics

Palestinian football boss refuses Israeli handshake at FIFA event

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Palestine’s FA President, Jibril Rajoub, explained his refusal to shake hands with Israeli FA representative.

Geopolitics

Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi hospitalised as health deteriorates

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Mohammadi has lost consciousness twice and suffered a severe cardiac crisis, her foundation has announced.

Geopolitics

At least 12 killed in latest Israeli attacks on Lebanon

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israel's strikes continue, with more than 2,600 killed since March 2, despite an ongoing ceasefire.

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