Tech & Startups
These New Smart Glasses From Solos Come With a Privacy Shield for the Cameras
Wired · Global
You can clip a cover over the cameras, which could be a double-edged sword.
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Geopolitics
Trillion-dollar gamble: Does the AI boom risk repeating the dot-com crash?
Times of India – World · India
Central banks globally are raising concerns about the long-term viability of extensive AI investments. Historically, breakthrough technologies garner funding t…
Tech & Startups
Savi’s app aims to protect consumers from realistic AI scams like kidnappers demanding ransom
TechCrunch · US
The company just raised $7 million in seed funding, and is launching its app for iPhone and Android on Tuesday.
Tech & Startups
Hisense UR9 RGB MiniLED: An Affordable TV in Its Class
Wired · Global
The brand’s UR9 competes with similar offerings from higher-end brands like Samsung and LG.
Geopolitics
What will define Elon Musk’s legacy? Doge cuts to USAID Ebola programs
The Guardian – World · Europe
Experts say cuts have hindered the response to DRC’s Ebola outbreak and resulted in ‘significant numbers’ of deathsElon Musk has an Ebola problem. SpaceX stock…
Geopolitics
Trump expected to support potential sale of F-35 jets to Türkiye, sources say
The Hindu – World · India
The news comes just a few weeks after the Trump administration formally notified Congress of its intention to sell jet engines worth more than $700 million fo…
Geopolitics
Israeli officer shown throwing stun grenade into car during West Bank raid
The Guardian – World · Europe
Border police officer under investigation after CCTV footage shows him shouting at car’s occupants and throwing deviceIsraeli police have opened an investigati…
Tech & Startups
Pete Holmes Is Not Reading Your Email
Wired · Global
“You can make a living, you can have a life, and leave 55,000 emails unread with a big fuck off.”
Geopolitics
Sri Lanka orders probe as prison riot toll rises to 27
The Hindu – World · India
More than 100 inmates and prison officials were admitted to Negombo Hospital, with some later transferred to the National Hospital in Colombo. At least 10 of t…
Geopolitics
Trump Wanted a U.S. Soccer Star to Play in the World Cup. FIFA Found a Way.
The New York Times – World · US
There was nothing unusual about a call from President Trump or the reversal of Folarin Balogun’s suspension, said the president of FIFA, Gianni Infantino.
Geopolitics
At least 15 killed, 9 missing as storm batters China
The Hindu – World · India
Thunderstorms and strong winds swept through cities including Huangshi and Huanggang, killing eight people
Geopolitics
Indonesia, Singapore say key oil passage will remain 'accessible'
The Hindu – World · India
Mr. Prabowo said on July 6, 2026, that Indonesia and Singapore “have an interest in keeping the Strait of Malacca as a free passageway”
Geopolitics
Trump says resolution to Ukraine war 'getting closer' after talks with Putin and Zelenskyy
The Hindu – World · India
In Moscow, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said he believed the U.S. position on how to resolve the conflict remained unchanged
Geopolitics
Hamas dissolves its government in Gaza to transfer power to UN-backed committee
The Hindu – World · India
At a news conference on July 6, Ismail al-Thawabta, general director of the Hamas-run Government Media Office, said “only technical and professional staff” wou…
Geopolitics
Will Prince Harry’s UK Visit Repair or Deepen the Royal Rift?
The New York Times – World · US
Harry arrived in London Monday night for a visit that has already been overshadowed by drama and confusion over his plans.
Geopolitics
Turkey Hosts NATO Summit While Cracking Down on Critics
The New York Times – World · US
In the weeks leading up to the two-day event, the Turkish authorities blocked websites, jailed scores of people over allegations of terrorism and arrested a pr…
Geopolitics
World Cup 2026: Trump, FIFA and the Balogun controversy
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
One of the few certainties of World Cup football has been rocked after Donald Trump lobbied FIFA to overturn a US red card suspension. The decision has caused …
Geopolitics
Firefighters battle wildfires across southern Europe
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Wildfires are raging across several parts of southern Europe. They come on the heels of massive heat waves in much of the region.
Geopolitics
Sites That Report Venezuela’s Missing Rise Far From Quake Zone
The New York Times – World · US
Despite problems like duplicate submissions, tallies gathered by the websites have been cited by news organizations and critics of the Venezuelan government’s …
AI / Deep Tech
The Download: South Korea’s hottest bachelors, and advancing eye transplants
MIT Technology Review · Global
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. South Kor…
Tech & Startups
Bentley Torcal EV: Price, Specs, Availability
Wired · Global
The 300-mile Torcal arrives in September, but considering what’s come before with Ferrari, Porsche, and Mercedes, has the company timed its EV entry right?
Tech & Startups
ICE’s Internal Watchdog Is Now Investigating Online Critics
Wired · Global
The Office of Professional Responsibility has opened more than 100 cases over what ICE officials call “incidents of doxing and threats” against ICE employees.
Tech & Startups
How Palestinians Are Building a Digital Archive That Can’t Be Erased
Wired · Global
Distributed backups, cyber resilience, and a half-million records are preserving Palestinian history beyond any single building or border.
AI / Deep Tech
South Korea’s hottest new bachelors are chip workers
MIT Technology Review · Global
Baek, a 35-year-old manager at the South Korean semiconductor titan SK Hynix, was enrolled in Sunoo, a matchmaking company based in Seoul, a year ago. In a mov…
Geopolitics
Indonesia deports 92 Chinese nationals, issues lifetime entry bans in anti-scam crackdown
South China Morning Post – World · China
Indonesia has deported 92 Chinese suspected scammers and barred them from the country for life in one of the biggest mass exercises in recent years. The Chines…
Geopolitics
At least 19 people killed in Sri Lanka prison clashes
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
More than 100 people wounded after violence broke out at prison in Negombo on Sunday and continued on Monday.
Geopolitics
Impeachment trial of Philippines VP Sara Duterte begins
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Impeachment trial of Philippines VP Sara Duterte begins
Geopolitics
‘Goodbye and thank you’: Hong Kong’s old Kai Tak Airport closes - SCMP archive
South China Morning Post – World · China
This article was first published on July 6, 1998. Roger, over and out, Kai Tak by Rachel Clarke The lights were turned out at Kai Tak at 1.16 this morning, mar…
Geopolitics
Millions join funeral procession for Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei
The Guardian – World · Europe
Crowds swelled through Tehran as mourners dressed in black carried flags proclaiming: ‘We will rise’A crowd of millions assembled on Monday for the funeral pro…
Geopolitics
India news: Mumbai building collapse kills six, as heavy rains batter city
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Heavy monsoon rains triggered building collapses, landslides and widespread transport disruption in India's financial capital, with forecasters warning of more…
Geopolitics
'We're not doing right with Sanju Samson': Ex-India cricketer's blunt verdict
Times of India – World · India
Former India batter Aakash Chopra believes Rajat Patidar's T20I return faces hurdles due to India's current batting lineup. Despite Patidar's strong domestic T…
Geopolitics
Crowds of mourners gather in Tehran for Khamenei funeral procession
South China Morning Post – World · China
Vast crowds gathered for the funeral procession of Iran’s slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Monday, with authorities estimating millions were on t…
Geopolitics
Russia launches deadly attacks on Kyiv on eve of Nato summit
The Guardian – World · Europe
At least nine killed in the Ukraine capital in the second major assault on the city and its surrounds in less than a weekRussian missiles and drones struck Ky…
Geopolitics
'It absolutely stinks': Football world erupts over Trump's role in FIFA's Balogun U-turn
Times of India – World · India
FIFA's controversial decision to lift Folarin Balogun's red card suspension for the US vs Belgium match has sparked outrage. Belgium and other nations question…
Geopolitics
Sudan’s maternity wards reopen, bringing hope amid war struggles
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Sudan’s maternity wards reopen, bringing hope and safe deliveries to mothers navigating post-war economic hardships.
Geopolitics
Meta bosses grilled over decision to cut ‘censorship’ that has potentially unleashed more antisemitic content
The Guardian – World · Europe
‘Over-enforcement poses significant risk to the communities that we try to protect,’ royal commission told A decision aimed at reducing “censorship” on major s…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong double-decker bus window smashed by tree branch, 1 passenger injured
South China Morning Post – World · China
An upper-deck window of a Hong Kong bus was shattered after hitting a tree branch on Monday, leaving one passenger with minor injuries. Police said they receiv…
Geopolitics
Karur stampede case: SC to hear plea alleging TVK ministers 'influencing' witnesses
Times of India – World · India
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver current news and updates globally. • The team is dedic…
Geopolitics
'Not to me': What Neymar told Norway goalkeeper after scoring penalty
Times of India – World · India
Brazil's World Cup dreams were shattered by Norway, with Erling Haaland scoring twice in a dramatic 2-1 victory. A late Neymar penalty offered little solace as…
Geopolitics
Donald Trump shares AI-altered images of Obama, graffiti-sprayed Air Force One
Indian Express – World · India
Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • US President Donald Trump shared a falsified image of former President Barack Obama and Mic…
Geopolitics
How Manchester’s Bee Buses and Trams Helped Fuel Andy Burnham’s Rise
The New York Times – World · US
Andy Burnham brought Greater Manchester’s public transit back under public control, making buses more frequent and capping fares.
Geopolitics
‘I didn’t want to miss it’: Hongkongers see off PLA warships after 5-day port call
South China Morning Post – World · China
Two PLA warships departed Hong Kong on Monday morning, concluding a high-profile five-day port call with a ceremony at the naval base on Stonecutters Island. D…
Geopolitics
'Everyone should celebrate': USA coach hails Balogun red-card reprieve; Trump thanks FIFA
Times of India – World · India
US coach Mauricio Pochettino has backed FIFA's controversial decision to lift Folarin Balogun's red card suspension, citing "ethics and integrity." The strike…
Geopolitics
Deadly Russian Strikes Rock Kyiv on Eve of NATO Summit
The New York Times – World · US
Ballistic missiles were fired into the capital of Ukraine, as Russia launched its second major attack in less than a week. At least seven people were killed, o…
Geopolitics
Sports stadium becomes home for victims of the Venezuela earthquakes
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
A sports stadium in La Guaira state has been turned into a makeshift home and logistics centre for thousands of victims.
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