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Geopolitics

HK Electric to cut May fuel charges but warns of sharp future increase

South China Morning Post – World · China

HK Electric will cut fuel surcharges for customers in May but has warned that costs could rise significantly later in the year due to the impact of the conflic…

Geopolitics

Can Philippine opposition find ‘saviour’ after Robredo declines 2028 presidential run?

South China Morning Post – World · China

Former Philippine vice-president Leni Robredo’s refusal to seek national office in 2028 has intensified the search for someone to unite the country’s fractured…

Geopolitics

Why China’s optical communications sector is the latest AI boom beneficiary

South China Morning Post – World · China

Amid the artificial intelligence boom, the world has been laser-focused on technologies like graphics processing units and memory chips. However, a quieter mir…

Geopolitics

India denounces ‘hellhole’ remark shared by Trump

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

India’s Foreign Ministry says comments by US radio host Michael Savage, circulated by Trump, are 'uninformed'.

Geopolitics

McSweeney denies bullying civil servants into appointing Mandelson

The Guardian – World · Europe

Starmer’s former chief of staff says he does not recognise media’s portrayal of him before evidence hearing with MPs• UK politics live – latest updatesMorgan M…

Geopolitics

Downing Street says sovereignty of Falkland Islands ‘rests with the UK’ after leaked Pentagon report – UK politics live

The Guardian – World · Europe

Leaked report suggested the US could review its position on the British claim to the territory after lack of support in Iran warDowning Street has hit back at …

Geopolitics

Tokyo workers asked to swap suits for shorts to combat energy costs and heat

The Guardian – World · Europe

Officials hope more casual attire for public servants will save electricity during Iran war as summer approachesPublic servants working for the Tokyo metropoli…

Geopolitics

India-US trade deal: Govt shares update on agreement; here's what both sides agreed to

Times of India – World · India

India and the US concluded three days of trade talks in Washington, aiming to finalize an interim trade pact and advance negotiations for a broader bilateral a…

Geopolitics

'You can bowl this too, right?': Ashwin questions Pandya's death-over call

Times of India – World · India

Ravichandran Ashwin criticised Hardik Pandya for giving rookie Krish Bhagat the death overs in Indian Premier League 2026 against Chennai Super Kings, where he…

Geopolitics

'AAP no longer honest': Raghav Chadha, 6 other MPs in Rajya Sabha quit party, join BJP

Times of India – World · India

Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha has resigned from the Aam Aadmi Party, citing a deviation from its core principles and a focus on personal gain. He announced his …

Geopolitics

Norway to ban social media for under-16s

The Hindu – World · India

Several European countries, such as France, Spain, and Denmark, have already said they will introduce a digital age of majority for social networks and others …

Startups

Swiggy opens AI commerce stack to external developers with Builders Club

Your Story · India

The new initiative is aimed at expanding the AI ecosystem of Swiggy with the opportunity for outsiders to build new applications with real life use cases.

Geopolitics

Bangladeshi YouTuber’s death sparks mourning amid Malaysia’s drink-driving crisis

South China Morning Post – World · China

The death of a Bangladeshi gaming influencer in an alleged drink-driving crash involving a Malaysian soldier has sparked cries for justice and renewed demands …

Geopolitics

Trump’s May 1 deadline: Can he continue war on Iran after that?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Trump is obliged under the War Powers Act to limit the conflict after 60 days with congressional approval.

Geopolitics

US says Iran can play at 2026 World Cup but bars those with ‘IRGC ties’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US has not told the Iranian national team that it cannot play.

Geopolitics

Meta, Microsoft purge jobs amid AI build-up

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Facebook's parent company said it would slash 10% of its workforce, while Microsoft is offering an early retirement scheme. The cuts come as both tech giants m…

Geopolitics

Actor felt ‘mocked’ by Rebel Wilson’s wife in Instagram post referencing Finding Nemo, court hears

The Guardian – World · Europe

Charlotte MacInnes, who is suing Wilson for defamation, says social media post from Ramona Agruma-Wilson featuring animated character Dory, made her feel ‘awfu…

Geopolitics

My five-minute phone call with President Trump

BBC News – World · Europe

Sarah Smith asked the president about King Charles's upcoming visit, the state of the so-called special relationship and the war with Iran.

Geopolitics

Steve Rosenberg: Kremlin's tightening grip on internet fuels Russian discontent

BBC News – World · Europe

Officials say the restrictions are for public safety, but businesses and the public are feeling the impact.

Geopolitics

Aboriginal children's book pulled over illustrator's Bondi attack comments

BBC News – World · Europe

Several writers have cut ties with the University of Queensland Press for cancelling the book.

Geopolitics

Kenyan leader sparks uproar after mocking Nigerians' spoken English

BBC News – World · Europe

William Ruto says Kenyans speak "some of the best English in the world" while it is hard to understand Nigerians.

Geopolitics

Epstein housed abuse victims in London flats, BBC reveals

BBC News – World · Europe

The revelations intensify concerns about repeated police decisions not to investigate 2015 trafficking claims.

Geopolitics

'Kedarnath Kabhi mat aana': Agitated man shares video as wife and child seen crying

Times of India – World · India

As Kedarnath Dham reopens, a viral video highlights the overwhelming stress faced by pilgrims due to overcrowding and logistical challenges. While authorities …

Geopolitics

Will MS Dhoni play the next game for CSK? Michael Hussey shares new updates

Times of India – World · India

Chennai Super Kings fans are still waiting for MS Dhoni’s return in IPL 2026 as he continues to recover from a calf injury. Despite training regularly, he has …

Geopolitics

Boat ride, camera in hand: PM Modi shares Hooghly moments; 'Maa Ganga' message from Bengal — watch

Times of India – World · India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared moments from his visit to the Hooghly river banks in Kolkata, including a boat ride. He expressed gratitude to Maa Ganga an…

Geopolitics

‘He knew we needed him’: Gaikwad dedicates CSK win to Mukesh after mother’s passing

Times of India – World · India

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad dedicated their 103-run victory over Mumbai Indians to teammate Mukesh Choudhary, who played despite his mother's r…

Geopolitics

No PSL for Mustafizur Rahman as Bangladesh board withdraws NOC

Times of India – World · India

Bangladesh have prioritised player fitness after the ODI series against New Zealand, ruling Mustafizur Rahman out of PSL 2026 due to injury and sending him for…

Geopolitics

Bangladesh Cricket Board withdraws Mustafizur's NOC for PSL

The Hindu – World · India

"The Bangladesh Cricket Board wishes to inform that, following the conclusion of the 3rd ODI against New Zealand, the team's medical staff has reviewed the con…

Geopolitics

Iran’s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei ‘gravely wounded’: NYT

The Hindu – World · India

Mojtaba Khamenei has not appeared in public since succeeding his father and only issued written statements, creating speculation over his condition and if he i…

Geopolitics

South Korean prosecutors seek 30-year jail term for ex-President Yoon in drone case

The Hindu – World · India

Yoon ​Suk Yeol denies the charges against him, saying he had not taken any action that could trigger ‌a military clash with North Korea, according ​to his lawy…

Geopolitics

China to send giant pandas to Atlanta again

The Hindu – World · India

China’s giant panda loan program has long been known as a tool of Beijing’s soft-power diplomacy

Geopolitics

U.S. says it does not object to Iran playing in World Cup but people with ties to IRGC won't be allowed

The Hindu – World · India

Nothing from the U.S. has told them they can't ‌come," Mr. Rubio told reporters. President Donald Trump also said his administration "would not want to affect …

Geopolitics

Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says

The Hindu – World · India

One option in the email envisions suspending “difficult” countries from important or prestigious positions at NATO, a U.S. official claims.

Geopolitics

EU formally approves Ukraine loan and 20th sanctions package against Russia

The Hindu – World · India

Economists had said Ukraine would start to run out of money by June if the EU loan was not disbursed by then

Geopolitics

Chinese foreign minister and Thai prime minister agree to collaborate on fighting cyberscams

The Hindu – World · India

China is Thailand’s biggest trading partner, and the two countries celebrated their 50th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations last year

Geopolitics

Democrats slam Trump for amplifying 'racist trash' on social media

The Hindu – World · India

He (Trump) does not understand the grit, sacrifice, and determination it takes to build a life from the ground up. He does not understand public service, and h…

Geopolitics

Pakistan repays $3.45 billion loan to UAE

The Hindu – World · India

The UAE had asked for the immediate return of the funds in the wake of the recent situation in West Asia following the U.S.-Israel war on Iran

Geopolitics

Value, space and style pull Hongkongers to Shenzhen’s new cultural hotspots

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hongkonger Dominique Li and his wife spent a two-day break earlier this month in Shenzhen to soak up the cultural vibe, a short getaway they said would not be …

Geopolitics

‘Phone booth princess’: China grandma dedicates 33 years to managing public telephone booth

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Shanghai grandmother has been nicknamed the “telephone booth princess” for persisting in her post as a public phone booth manager for 33 years. Shen Yuxiu, w…

Geopolitics

Milei administration in Argentina blocks journalist access to Casa Rosada

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Press advocates have warned of hostile rhetoric towards journalists and increasingly restrictive policies under Milei.

Geopolitics

Iran war live: Lebanon truce extended; Trump says time not on Tehran’s side

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Death toll from Israel's ongoing genocidal war on Gaza has reached 72,568 with 172,338 injured: Gaza's Health Ministry.

Geopolitics

US soldier involved in Maduro raid charged over alleged bets on capture

The Guardian – World · Europe

Gannon Ken Van Dyke, who allegedly made more than $400,000 on Polymarket, could face up to 60 years in prisonA US soldier who played a role in the January capt…

Geopolitics

White House memo claims mass AI theft by Chinese firms

BBC News – World · Europe

A memo from Michael Kratsios says firms, mainly in China, are wrongfully distilling US AI models.

Geopolitics

Titans linked to blockbuster trade for Falcons Star Kyle Pitts amid 2026 draft

Times of India – World · India

The Tennessee Titans experienced a disastrous run on the field in the last few seasons as they recorded just 3 wins and 14 losses in both 2025 and 2024, sparki…

Geopolitics

Hellhole remarks put Trump-Modi optics under strain

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear and concise bullet points summarizing the article: • US President Donald Trump criticized India and China, damaging relations between the …

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