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Geopolitics

Mexican special forces arrest top commander of cartel and his alleged money launderer

The Guardian – World · Europe

Arrests of Audias Flores and César Alejandro ‘N’ lead to gunmen blocking roads, as US embassy warns employees to avoid Reynosa after earlier arrestThe Mexican …

Geopolitics

Will Mexico City's airport be ready for the World Cup?

BBC News – World · Europe

The BBC takes a closer look at major renovations at Benito Juárez International Airport aimed at boosting capacity ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Geopolitics

Path cleared for Everest climbers after huge ice block

BBC News – World · Europe

Experts warn there are still risks of further ice collapses, and there are fears climbers will again have to queue to reach the summit.

Geopolitics

Sri Lanka Arrests 22 Monks After 240 Pounds of Cannabis Found in Luggage

The New York Times – World · US

The group of Buddhist monks were arrested on Saturday at the country’s main international airport after a trip to Thailand that the authorities said was a cove…

Geopolitics

Dirty Gold

The New York Times – World · US

A Times investigation shows how the U.S. and Canadian mints ended up buying gold that came from a Colombian drug cartel.

Geopolitics

The British public have taken a dim view of the king’s visit.

The New York Times – World · US

Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • King Charles III praised the Anglo-American relationship in a speech to Congress, emphasizing its im…

Geopolitics

They Lost Their Homes in Cuba to the Communist Government. Will They Ever Get Them Back?

The New York Times – World · US

With Cuba in dire economic crisis, people whose properties were seized by its government decades ago say it’s time to resolve thorny compensation claims.

Geopolitics

AAP MLA Mehraj Malik released from jail after J&K HC quashes PSA detention

Times of India – World · India

AAP MLA Mehraj Malik was released from Kathua jail after eight months following a J&K High Court order quashing his detention under the Public Safety Act. …

Geopolitics

Accident victim’s kin forced to pay and wash 108 ambulance in MP; video sparks outrage

Times of India – World · India

Relatives of a critically injured road accident victim in Katni were allegedly forced to pay and clean a 108 ambulance before his transfer for further treatmen…

Geopolitics

Dawood aide Dola brought back from Turkiye

Times of India – World · India

2-Year-Long Hunt Spanned Several Countries, Involved Int'l Agencies

Geopolitics

Death proof sought for withdrawal, Odisha tribal man takes sister's skeleton to bank

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Naresh Chandra Pattanayak is a journalist based in Keonjhar, Odisha. • He contributes to The Time…

Geopolitics

Iraqi president nominates Ali al-Zaidi as PM-designate

The Hindu – World · India

In January, Mr. Trump threatened to stop all support for Iraq if two-time ex-premier Maliki, who has close ties to Iran, returned to power.

Geopolitics

Author of novel depicting toddler role-play spared jail after being convicted of writing child abuse material

The Guardian – World · Europe

Lauren Ashley Mastrosa given 18-month community corrections order after book was read by handful of advance readersThe author behind an offensive novel depicti…

Geopolitics

Suspect charged with attempted assassination of Trump at Washington dinner

BBC News – World · Europe

Investigators say the 31-year-old California man wanted to kill as many high-level officials as possible.

Geopolitics

King Charles III to address US Congress amid Iran war tensions: What to expect

Times of India – World · India

King Charles III will address a joint session of the US Congress, calling for "reconciliation and renewal" in UK-US ties amid strains over the Iran war. The mo…

Geopolitics

'No hope for justice': Day after Kejriwal, Sisodia pens letter to Delhi HC judge Swarana Kanta

Times of India – World · India

AAP leaders Manish Sisodia and Arvind Kejriwal have declared they will not appear in proceedings before Justice Swarna Kanta Sharma in the Delhi High Court's e…

Geopolitics

'Forced guard to recite kalma': Maharashtra's knife-wielding 'lone wolf' attacker wanted to join ISIS

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 current and comprehensive news globally. …

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Ceasefire at risk as Pakistan and Afghanistan report cross-border attacks

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The strikes were the first since the two agreed to halt the violence at peace talks last month.

Geopolitics

US Supreme Court reinstates Republican-favoured Texas electoral map

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The reinstated map, backed by President Donald Trump, could flip key districts to Republicans.

Geopolitics

Survivors of deadly Indonesia train crash pulled from wreckage

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Two trains collided in Bekasi, Indonesia late Monday, killing at least four people and injuring dozens more.

Geopolitics

Archbishop praises Pope's anti-war comments during Vatican visit

BBC News – World · Europe

Dame Sarah Mullally, the first female head of the Church of England, had a private discussion with Pope Leo during the trip.

Geopolitics

Venice opera house drops incoming music director after nepotism remarks

BBC News – World · Europe

Beatrice Venezi's appointment had been marred in controversy since being announced last September, prompting orchestra members to go on strike.

Geopolitics

The Art of the Nuclear Deal

The New York Times – World · US

President Trump ripped up a pact designed to prevent Iran from building a bomb. Getting a better agreement now could prove difficult.

Geopolitics

Euphoria in Kenya After Sabastian Sawe’s Record-Breaking Win

The New York Times – World · US

Nowhere has the achievement at the race in London resonated more than in Kenya’s Rift Valley, which has yielded many champions.

Geopolitics

Canada Says Its Gold Is Traceable and Clean. So We Traced It.

The New York Times – World · US

We ended up in a Colombian mine controlled by a drug cartel.

Geopolitics

6 Pak soldiers killed in Afghan border clash; 4 dead in Kandahar missile strike

Times of India – World · India

Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk features a team of experienced journalists and writers who provide continuous news co…

Geopolitics

'I am not a rapist': Trump erupts in interview as media dinner shooting fallout deepens

Times of India – World · India

President Trump angrily denounced a journalist for reading excerpts from a suspect's manifesto during a 60 Minutes interview, forcefully rejecting accusations …

Geopolitics

IPL Purple Cap: Bhuvneshwar Kumar surges ahead after record-breaking spell

Times of India – World · India

Bhuvneshwar Kumar's exceptional 3-wicket haul for 5 runs propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a dominant victory over Delhi Capitals. This stellar performa…

Geopolitics

Great Nicobar Island: Why China is worried about India's new outpost

Times of India – World · India

Global maritime trade faces disruptions with the Strait of Hormuz closure impacting energy supplies. India is bolstering its maritime capabilities, investing h…

Geopolitics

Mob lynches Varanasi businessman after his car hits woman

Times of India – World · India

A sorrowful episode has unfolded in the Phulpur neighborhood of Varanasi, where a businessman named Manish Singh, aged 36, lost his life in a violent mob attac…

Geopolitics

Mystery over death of four family members in Mumbai hours after having watermelon

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Mateen Hafeez is a journalist who covers terrorism, underworld, cybercrime, and organized crime s…

Geopolitics

Iran’s top diplomat in Russia as Tehran intensifies efforts to end the war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Pakistan and Oman remain involved in backchannel efforts to prevent a return to open US-Israel war on Iran.

Geopolitics

‘Israel must change direction’: Netanyahu rivals join forces for next election

The Guardian – World · Europe

Rightwing Naftali Bennett and centrist Yair Lapid announce new party before Knesset vote expected later this yearTwo of Benjamin Netanyahu’s most formidable po…

Geopolitics

Taiwan court hands down jail terms in TSMC trade secrets case

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Ex-Tokyo Electron employee sentenced to 10 years, four other defendants receive between 10 months and six years.

Geopolitics

Activists accused of raiding Israeli weapons factory face trial in Germany

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Five European nationals known as the 'Ulm Five' are said to have targeted a site linked to Elbit Systems.

Geopolitics

McDonald’s to open on Melbourne street once dubbed ‘world’s coolest’ after winning legal challenge

The Guardian – World · Europe

Fast food giant cannot not be denied on basis it doesn’t suit ‘vibe’ of location, tribunal findsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our b…

Geopolitics

0, 0, 0, 1, 0: Pooran’s Super Over record raises questions over LSG call

Times of India – World · India

Nicholas Pooran’s poor Super Over record, just one run in 10 balls, came under scrutiny after Lucknow Super Giants lost to Kolkata Knight Riders. Despite this,…

Geopolitics

Jobless man kills dietician wife, seals body in cement box; letter sent to son reveals chilling plot

Times of India – World · India

A dietician was murdered by her husband, who then concealed her body in a cement-filled wooden box at their old residence. The accused, Vishal Salvi, confessed…

Geopolitics

OpenAI CEO is literally losing sleep over tech that he says will ‘collapse’ the economy

Times of India – World · India

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman sparked debate with predictions of economic collapse post-AGI due to mass unemployment. Ironically, he's adopting polyphasic sleep, clai…

Geopolitics

‘State of war’: Why Israel has escalated attacks in Gaza

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israel escalates attacks and expands control in Gaza Strip, sidelining the new US-backed technocratic administration.

Geopolitics

New footage shows moment of deadly bus bombing in Colombia

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Newly released dashcam video shows the moment that a bomb-laden bus exploded in Colombia.

Geopolitics

Syria: First trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

A court in Damascus is trying one official in former President Bashar Assad's government in person, and several more in absentia. Assad and his brother are amo…

Geopolitics

‘This has to be a wake-up call’: NSW attorney general urged to order inquest into death of Sydney’s ‘birdman’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Alex Greenwich says inquest crucial to understand which failures led to Bikram Lama’s death and to avoid similar deathsFollow our Australia news live blog for …

Geopolitics

Two former Israel PMs unite to challenge Netanyahu in upcoming elections

Times of India – World · India

Opposition leader Yair Lapid and former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett are joining forces for upcoming parliamentary elections, aiming to unseat Benjamin Netan…

Geopolitics

How Israel deployed Iron Dome to UAE amid Iran war - Explained

Times of India – World · India

In a significant shift, Israel has deployed its advanced Iron Dome air defence system to the UAE amid sustained Iranian attacks. This marks the first operation…

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