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Geopolitics

'Dangerous escalation': India expresses concern after Iranian drones target UAE nuclear facility

Times of India – World · India

India expressed deep concern over Iranian drone attacks targeting the Barakah nuclear facility in the UAE, calling it a dangerous escalation. The strike, which…

Geopolitics

Fire breaks out in Bihar passenger train; no casualties reported

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI News Desk is a team of dedicated journalists working around the clock. • Their goal is to…

Geopolitics

Noted Sri Lankan journalist D.B.S. Jeyaraj dies in Canada

The Hindu – World · India

He wrote extensively for over four decades on the island’s ethnic conflict and key political developments, including as The Hindu’s Sri Lanka Correspondent

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WHO keeps evaluation of hantavirus as 'low risk' as ship approaches end of voyage

The Hindu – World · India

The MV Hondius is expected to dock in the Dutch port of Rotterdam

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Hong Kong man, 38, killed after motorcycle crashes into fallen tree

South China Morning Post – World · China

A 38-year-old motorcyclist has died after his vehicle crashed into a fallen tree by a road in Hong Kong’s New Territories. Police said on Sunday that they rece…

Geopolitics

Melbourne-US Qantas flight diverted after man bites crew member

South China Morning Post – World · China

Australia’s Qantas was forced to divert a flight bound for the United States over a disruptive passenger, with local media reporting the man bit a flight atten…

Geopolitics

‘Timmy’ the rescued humpback whale confirmed dead

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

‘Timmy’ the rescued humpback whale confirmed dead, found off Danish coast.

Geopolitics

Could a leadership change undo Israel’s international isolation?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Opposition leaders hope to end Israel's isolation, even as they retain policies towards Palestinians that led to it.

Geopolitics

Maduro’s ‘bag man’ sent to US as Venezuela deports Alex Saab in dramatic U-turn

Times of India – World · India

Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers sifts through global events to bring you latest new…

Geopolitics

Dalal Street this week: Middle East cues, rupee and more — what will guide stock market?

Times of India – World · India

Indian markets brace for a volatile week, with the US-Iran conflict and soaring crude oil prices dominating investor sentiment. A weakening rupee, coupled with…

Geopolitics

‘I had to see him’: Ganguly reveals why he briefly delayed Dhoni’s India call-up

Times of India – World · India

Sourav Ganguly revealed he personally scouted MS Dhoni, travelling to Jamshedpur to witness his domestic prowess before his national selection. Ganguly emphas…

Geopolitics

Man slits woman’s throat in full public view for rejecting his proposal in Telangana

Times of India – World · India

A 21-year-old receptionist, Y Vaishnavi, was tragically murdered in Jadcherla after rejecting a man's persistent harassment. The accused allegedly slit her thr…

Geopolitics

Woman, 76, became China’s oldest mum giving birth to twins at 60 after enduring family tragedies

South China Morning Post – World · China

A 76-year-old woman once dubbed China’s oldest mother of twins has returned to the spotlight after a photographic series chronicling her life recently won an i…

Geopolitics

Bolivian army attempts to clear roads after 11 days of protests

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Military police in Bolivia arrested demonstrators, and used tear gas to disrupt road blockades after 11 days of protests

Geopolitics

Iraq’s new PM Ali al-Zaidi formally takes over

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iraq’s new prime minister Ali al‑Zaidi has formally taken office in Baghdad, pledging reforms.

Geopolitics

Middle East updates: Big crowds at Nakba Day rally in London

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Big crowds have gathered in London to mark Nakba Day. Meanwhile, Iran's state TV reports that European countries are discussing the safe transit of ships throu…

Geopolitics

Eight injured after car ploughs into crowd in Italy's Modena

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Investigators are still determining if the driver acted deliberately. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called the incident in Modena "extremely serious."

Geopolitics

Arrest of Iraqi terror suspect with alleged links to Iran’s Quds Force is astonishing but not surprising

The Guardian – World · Europe

Iran has a long history of unconventional operations, all designed to divert, distract and destabilise current or potential enemiesThe arrest by US authorities…

Geopolitics

Canadian from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive

BBC News – World · Europe

The individual is one of four former passengers on the MV Hondius isolating on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

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Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight

BBC News – World · Europe

Eight people were injured, four seriously, before passers-by gave chase and stopped the man.

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How a Times Reporter Found Cartel Gold at the Royal Canadian Mint

The New York Times – World · US

A conversation with Justin Scheck, who found that illegal Colombian gold transformed into legal North American gold through bureaucratic sleights of hand, and …

Geopolitics

Of roses and redlines: Trump faces thorny questions on Taiwan and trade

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • US President Donald Trump returned to the White House from Washington on Friday. • He brought "se…

Geopolitics

‘Do not hide anything from me’: Stalin orders review of DMK poll debacle

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Former CM MK Stalin announces a 38-member committee to visit all 234 constituencies. • The c…

Geopolitics

Woman delivers in phone light in Faridabad hospital park

Times of India – World · India

In an unexpected turn of events, a woman gave birth to her child in the park of a government hospital in Faridabad after the main entrance was shuttered for th…

Geopolitics

After Trump, Putin to visit China's Xi Jinping on May 19 for two days

Times of India – World · India

Russian President Putin is set for a significant two-day visit to China, commencing May 19, to deepen strategic ties with President Xi Jinping. This follows cl…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong parents warned of choking, injury risks from catapult and tangram toys

South China Morning Post – World · China

A catapult toy and a tangram set could pose injury and suffocation risks to children, Hong Kong customs has warned, urging retailers to pull the products from …

Geopolitics

Hong Kong police officer fires service pistol by mistake at Kai Tak headquarters

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Hong Kong police officer accidentally fired a single round from her service firearm on Saturday morning, with no injuries reported. The force said the incide…

Geopolitics

Man killed in great white shark attack in western Australia

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The 38-year-old was bitten at a popular diving and fishing spot near the city of Perth, police say.

Geopolitics

FDA turmoil deepens as top drug chief departs claiming she was fired

The Guardian – World · Europe

Dr Tracy Beth Høeg, the Food and Drug Administration’s top drug regulator, says she was fired from agency after declining to resignIn a major shake-up at the U…

Geopolitics

Teenager Isla Bell’s body was found in a Melbourne tip 18 months ago. Today friends and family demanded ‘justice’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Supporters at the Victorian state library protested against prosecutors dropping a manslaughter charge against the man accused of killing herGet our breaking n…

Geopolitics

In-form Shreyas Iyer's numbers stand tall, but will they carry Punjab Kings into playoffs?

Times of India – World · India

Shreyas Iyer's stellar IPL-2026 campaign, marked by consistent middle-order batting and composed chases, has positioned him for a potential return to the India…

Geopolitics

'I could tell them I don't want any students but...': Trump on accepting 500,000 Chinese students in US

Times of India – World · India

Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers provides continuous coverage of global events. • Th…

Geopolitics

Biryani on a budget: Why your next meal may cost more?

Times of India – World · India

Get ready for pricier meals as India's restaurants and delivery apps plan a 5-10% food cost increase from next week. Soaring fuel prices, coupled with LPG shor…

Geopolitics

Hockey India removes support staff member over sexual misconduct allegations

Times of India – World · India

Jharkhand government removed hockey coach Sudhir Golla from the Eklavya Hockey Training Centre in Ranchi due to absenteeism and harassment complaints from girl…

Geopolitics

'ED is being managed by govt': Robert Vadra gets bail in Gurugram land deal scam case

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI News Desk is a team of dedicated journalists who work around the clock to deliver current…

Geopolitics

'Who paid for your globetrotting?': BJP claims Rahul took 54 foreign trips in 22 yrs

Times of India – World · India

The BJP has accused Rahul Gandhi of a significant financial discrepancy, alleging his foreign travels over two decades cost approximately ₹60 crore, far exceed…

Geopolitics

‘Will erode goodwill’: Congress warns Vijay against inducting rebel AIADMK MLAs

Times of India – World · India

Congress has cautioned Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay against incorporating rebel AIADMK members into his government. Karti Chidambaram stressed that the pub…

Geopolitics

'If it continues to harbour terrorists ...': Army chief's stern warning to Pakistan

Times of India – World · India

Army chief Upendra Dwivedi issued a stark warning to Pakistan, stating that continued harboring of terrorists and operations against India would force them to …

Geopolitics

NCP goes all-Pawar: Sunetra takes charge as sons get key party roles; seniors sidelined

Times of India – World · India

NCP president Sunetra Pawar's letter to the ECI, omitting key organizational posts for Praful Patel and Sunil Tatkare, has sparked speculation. Sources indicat…

Geopolitics

Eye on the tiger: how Elon Musk’s son’s bag became a hit with Chinese public

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Chinese-made tiger’s head bag carried by Elon Musk’s young son in Beijing has prompted a wave of interest online. Musk’s six-year-old son X Æ A-Xii, dressed …

Geopolitics

Ex-Sinaloa security chief in Mexico arrested in US over alleged cartel ties

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Gerardo Merida Sanchez was arrested in Arizona on May 11 before being transferred to New York.

Geopolitics

Cuba hit by protests, blackouts amid oil shortage

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Cubans lit fires in Havana’s streets to protest electricity blackouts.

Geopolitics

UK artist defends ‘Drawings Against Genocide’ after show cancelled

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

UK artist Matthew Collings says his exhibition “Drawings Against Genocide” has been falsely depicted as anti-Semitic.

Geopolitics

Far-right activists barred from UK before Tommy Robinson rally

The Guardian – World · Europe

Keir Starmer accuses Robinson of ‘peddling hatred and division’ and archbishop of Canterbury urges people to ‘choose hope’ Eleven foreign far-right activists …

Geopolitics

AI vigilante trap snares alleged paedophile ex-teacher in France

BBC News – World · Europe

The 66-year-old handed himself in after an influencer used AI to pose as a 14-year-old girl and broadcast their conversation online.

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