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Geopolitics

Protester hurls red fluid at Reza Pahlavi during Germany visit

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The exiled former crown prince of Iran Reza Pahlavi was splashed with red fluid by an activist during a visit to Berlin.

Geopolitics

Two trains crash head-on in Denmark

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Two trains crash head-on in Denmark

Geopolitics

Germany news: Bavarian police arrest suspected spies

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Two men have been arrested in Bavaria and charged with espionage, Frankfurt Airport's new Terminal 3 has opened its doors, and former US President Obama has pr…

Geopolitics

Pope Leo's Africa trip pushes peace and unity

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

During a visit to four African countries, Pope Leo XIV called for peace, unity and dialogue. He criticized war, corruption and inequality, urging leaders to pu…

Geopolitics

‘Worth a thousand words’: Trump photo obscuring women’s tennis team sparks backlash

The Guardian – World · Europe

Georgia players celebrated championship at White HousePresident shakes hands of men, not women in videoFormer tennis star Navratilova leads criticismA White Ho…

Geopolitics

Spanish conservatives revive regional pacts with far-right Vox party

The Guardian – World · Europe

Hard line on immigration adopted by People’s party as right seeks to overthrow socialist government in 2027Europe live – latest updatesSpain’s opposition conse…

Geopolitics

In Tehran, money is short and a return to war looms over daily life

BBC News – World · Europe

The BBC's Lyse Doucet reports from Iran, where the buzz of busy shopping streets masks deep uncertainty over the country's future.

Geopolitics

As U.S. Brands Stumble, China Wins Over Young Indonesians

The New York Times – World · US

A new generation of Indonesian consumers view Chinese brands as high-tech and of good quality, a departure from the days when “made in China” was associated wi…

Geopolitics

US intercepts 3 Iranian oil tankers near India, Malaysia amid maritime blockade

Times of India – World · India

US forces have intercepted at least three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters, redirecting them away from key shipping lanes near India, Malaysia, and Sri Lank…

Geopolitics

'Shut up Trump': Iran mocks US president with AI-video over ceasefire extension on 'Pakistan's request'

Times of India – World · India

Iran's consulate in Hyderabad shared an AI-generated video mocking US President Donald Trump's announcement of a ceasefire extension with Iran. The clip humoro…

Geopolitics

'Let the notice come, we'll reply': Kharge reacts to EC ultimatum over 'terrorist' remark

Times of India – World · India

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has responded to an Election Commission notice regarding his "terrorist" remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Kharge stat…

Geopolitics

Good news for travellers: France scraps transit visa for Indian passport holders

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • France has scrapped the transit visa requirement for Indian passport holders. • This move is…

Geopolitics

'We've seen some reports': MEA reacts to Trump's 'hell-hole' remark

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 up-to-date news and updates globally. • T…

Geopolitics

RR's Jadeja dedicates POTM award to 'education minister of Gujarat'; here's why

Times of India – World · India

Talking about his bowling, Jadeja said the ball was holding a bit, which helped him change his pace.

Geopolitics

Turkish Parliament passes bill to restrict social media access for under-15s

The Hindu – World · India

State-run media says Turkish lawmakers have passed a bill that includes restricting access to social media platforms for children under 15

Geopolitics

Russia says it's maintaining oil supplies but has no new OPEC+ initiatives

The Hindu – World · India

“At ‌the moment, we are making our ‌contribution ⁠to stabilizing prices and minimizing the consequences ⁠of the global energy crisis. Russia continues its oil …

Geopolitics

U.S. military says it seizes another oil tanker associated with Iran

The Hindu – World · India

The seizure comes a day after Iran attacked three cargo ships in the strait, capturing two of them, in a move that intensified its assault on shipping in the k…

Tech & Startups

Shade lands $14M to let creative teams search their video libraries in plain English

TechCrunch · US

Shade has its own filesystem that lets you "stream" files directly to your local drive

Geopolitics

More bookings, shorter trips: Chinese adjust to higher fuel prices for Labour Day break

South China Morning Post – World · China

The number of Chinese tourists deciding to travel during the five-day Labour Day holiday at the start of next month could rival or exceed last year’s headcount…

Geopolitics

‘Innate kindness’ of Chinese people moves British granny, 74, travelling solo across country

South China Morning Post – World · China

A 74-year-old British grandmother who set off on a solo trip to China received an unexpected outpouring of support from Chinese netizens who took turns to guid…

Geopolitics

Italian man convicted of trafficking Singaporean Tinder date for Dubai sex work

South China Morning Post – World · China

A court has convicted an Italian man of human trafficking by tricking a Singaporean woman into sex work in Dubai, after rejecting his defence arguments attacki…

Geopolitics

Trains collide head-on in Denmark, causing multiple injuries

South China Morning Post – World · China

Two local trains collided head-on in Denmark on Thursday, injuring at least 17 people, four of whom were in a critical condition, the emergency service said. P…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong police arrest 9 over HK$1.7 million in fake travel insurance claims

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong police have arrested nine people over their alleged involvement in a travel insurance fraud syndicate that staged overseas accidents to claim more th…

Geopolitics

Japan’s PM Takaichi tells fellow politician she needs ‘more sleep’

South China Morning Post – World · China

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi complained she was not getting enough sleep, a veteran politician who met her on Thursday said. The remark came as Takai…

Geopolitics

Can fish hook voters in India’s West Bengal elections?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

In battle for India's West Bengal election, PM Modi's men campaigned with fish in hand to try to connect with voters.

Geopolitics

Iran war: Standoff at Hormuz casts shadow over Iran ceasefire talks

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The prospects for renewed peace talks wavered after Iran seized two international vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. DW has the latest.

Geopolitics

Palantir: Why its political manifesto is causing a stir

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The US tech company has posted a 22-point manifesto on X that goes well beyond typical corporate communications. Critics say it is evidence of "technofascism."

Geopolitics

Denmark: Two trains collide injuring several

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Two trains have crashed into each other in Denmark, leaving several people injured, according to media reports.

Geopolitics

Prince Harry makes surprise visit to Ukraine

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Prince Harry has arrived in Kyiv, ahead of taking part in the Kyiv Security Forum.

Geopolitics

Middle East crisis live: US and Iran in blockade stalemate as Washington’s navy secretary leaves office ‘immediately’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Iran says two seized ships transferred to its coast; US navy secretary exiting post ‘effective immediately’, says Pentagon‘Impossible’ to reopen strait of Horm…

Geopolitics

Private secretary of billionaire Judith Neilson refused bail on $1m fraud charges

The Guardian – World · Europe

Annalouise Spence allegedly used credit card to make ‘unauthorised purchases of luxury and personal items, including clothing, artwork and jewellery’Follow our…

Geopolitics

Girl, 14, found in singer D4vd's car died of 'multiple injuries'

BBC News – World · Europe

The medical examiner said the 14-year-old's cause of death was determined months ago but was blocked from release.

Geopolitics

A Lost Tribe in India Makes Its Exodus to Israel

The New York Times – World · US

The B’nei Menashe believe they are the children of Manasseh, a king of Judah exiled about 2,800 years ago. Evidence is thin, but Israel is welcoming them ‘home…

Geopolitics

Explained: Why China’s AI computing power looks 6,000x bigger

Times of India – World · India

China reports a staggering 1,882 exaflops of AI computing power, vastly exceeding global benchmarks and raising questions about hidden capacity. While metrics …

Geopolitics

Watch | ‘Dimaag me kuch nahi chalta’: Sooryavanshi reveals his pre-match routine

Times of India – World · India

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest player to reach 500 IPL runs, achieving the milestone in just 227 balls. Despite a quiet 8 runs again…

Geopolitics

Boston Marathon: Runner gives up personal best to save collapsing competitor

Times of India – World · India

Sportsmanship shone at the Boston Marathon 2026 when two runners, Aaron Beggs and Robson de Oliveira, stopped to help a struggling first-time participant, Ajay…

Geopolitics

Two trains collide in Denmark, prompting massive emergency response

The Hindu – World · India

The collision occurred around 6.30 a.m. about 40 kilometres (25 miles) north of Copenhagen. It was not immediately clear how many people were injured.

Geopolitics

Samsung workers rally in South Korea, demanding higher pay, threatening to strike

The Hindu – World · India

Samsung's union, which represents about 74,000 workers, says the company has failed to offer adequate compensation despite its strong performance

Geopolitics

Travel scheme could allow Hong Kong, Macau yachts to sail to 6 Greater Bay Area ports

South China Morning Post – World · China

A long-awaited cross-border solo travel scheme will allow yachts from Macau and Hong Kong to easily sail to about six designated ports in the western waters of…

Geopolitics

Iran releases video of IRGC seizing ship in the Strait of Hormuz

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran’s revolutionary guard has released a video said to show its forces seizing a ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

Geopolitics

Trump envoy seeks to replace Iran with Italy at World Cup, says report

The Guardian – World · Europe

US special envoy Zampolli hopes for Italy involvementDoubts remain over Iran’s participationAn envoy to Donald Trump has asked Fifa to replace Iran with Italy …

Geopolitics

University of Queensland Press cancels children’s book over illustrator’s post on ‘Zionist framing’ of Bondi attack

The Guardian – World · Europe

Authors including Evelyn Araluen and Melissa Lucashenko say they won’t work with publisher after it dumps Jazz Money’s book illustrated by Matt Chun, who calle…

General

Take an inside look at war-torn Lebanon

NBC News – World · US

Nearly two months after the start of the war, civilians in Southern Lebanon are grappling with their new reality. NBC News' Yasmin Vossoughian and her team exp…

Geopolitics

Supreme Court rebuke of Mamata hands BJP extra ammo on poll eve

Times of India – World · India

Party Believes Prospects Better This Time

Geopolitics

Congress gets nod for Rahul Gandhi's rallies in West Bengal

Times of India – World · India

Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Police initially denied permission for Rahul Gandhi's planned April 23 appearances in Kolka…

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