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Geopolitics

‘Donnyland’? Ukraine Proposes Renaming Part of the Donbas in Trump’s Honor

The New York Times – World · US

The proposal reflects a global reality in which governments appeal to President Trump’s vanity in order to get American might on their side.

Geopolitics

'90% of women can't enter politics unless ...': Pappu Yadav's 'bedroom' slur stirs big row

Times of India – World · India

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

Geopolitics

'China helping prop up Iran's regime': Nikki Hailey's big claim on ship seized by US

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk features a team of experienced journalists and writers. • The team covers global n…

Geopolitics

Donald Trump says administration weighing currency swap with UAE

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. President expressed surprise that the nation needs assistance, but made clear he was open to the prospect of making the move to help meet his ally's conce…

Geopolitics

SCMP’s ‘original’ finance reporting honoured at State Street Institutional Press Awards

South China Morning Post – World · China

The South China Morning Post received six honours at the State Street Institutional Press Awards Asia-Pacific 2025 on Tuesday. The awards, which recognise outs…

Geopolitics

Hidden office, fractured bone: violent resistance behind China’s record food safety fine

South China Morning Post – World · China

Behind China’s landmark crackdown on the e-commerce and food-delivery sectors lies a darker narrative of resistance, secrecy and violence, after regulators unc…

Geopolitics

Madonna offers reward for return of missing Coachella costume

BBC News – World · Europe

The items, which she says are "part of my history", disappeared after her slot with Sabrina Carpenter.

Geopolitics

All about Julie Lee Choi: The stalker who claimed to be Tim Cook's wife and terrorised him

Times of India – World · India

Tim Cook steps down as Apple CEO, transitioning to executive chairman, with John Ternus taking the helm. Cook's tenure was marked by significant achievements a…

Geopolitics

Nasa astronaut captures stunning rare Lyrid meteor shower

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI Science Desk is a team of journalists covering scientific discoveries and news. • They fo…

Geopolitics

WATCH: ‘Celebrating’ runner loses marathon in final seconds as rival steals win

Times of India – World · India

A dramatic finish at the Delaware Marathon saw Joshua Jackson snatch victory from Carson Mello in the final metres. Mello, celebrating prematurely, was overtak…

Geopolitics

Fortuner at gate, gunshots at 2am: How a parking feud turned fatal in Delhi's Preet Vihar

Times of India – World · India

A parking dispute over a Fortuner tragically escalated into murder in East Delhi's Preet Vihar early Monday. Pankaj Nayyar, 34, was shot dead outside his famil…

Geopolitics

IPL 2026: 5 players who could replace injured Ayush Mhatre in CSK

Times of India – World · India

Chennai Super Kings face a setback as Ayush Mhatre is out of IPL 2026 due to a hamstring injury. This adds to their existing injury concerns. The team is now l…

Geopolitics

2 women killed in separate traffic accidents involving goods vehicle and coach

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong police are investigating two separate traffic accidents on Tuesday that led to the deaths of two women. In the first case, police were alerted at abo…

Geopolitics

Iran war forces job losses, reverse migration in India’s ceramic hub

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The ceramics industry in Gujarat's Morbi has been badly hit by fuel crisis, with most units closed and workers laid off.

Geopolitics

London Braces for Disruption From Tube Drivers’ Strike

The New York Times – World · US

The dispute over working conditions and hours is expected to cause widespread delays, stopping service on two lines.

Geopolitics

Dubai’s Burj Al Arab hotel shutting down for 18 months for major refurbishment since 1999

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk features a team of experienced journalists and writers who gather global news 24/7…

Geopolitics

Security guard stitches wounds amid staff crunch at Bihar’s Bagaha hospital

Times of India – World · India

A security guard assisted doctors with stitching road accident victims' injuries at Bagaha sub-divisional hospital due to a severe shortage of medical staff. T…

Geopolitics

Flying turbans, kirpans: Gurudwara in Germany turns into battleground as Sikh groups clash

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers provide 24/7 coverage of global events. • The te…

Geopolitics

TMC MP Yusuf Pathan’s kin beat Mumbai man, his family as car splashes water

Times of India – World · India

Yusuf Pathan's father-in-law and two others were arrested for allegedly assaulting a man and his family in Byculla. The incident began when a car splashed wate…

Geopolitics

'This will be my wedding gift': UP groom swaps mandap for morcha over power bill

Times of India – World · India

A groom in Banda, facing a pre-wedding power cut, led his baraat to the district magistrate's office demanding a bill waiver. Kuldeep cited a doubled bill aft…

Geopolitics

Tai Po fire probe: no evidence of smoking found despite stepped up inspections

South China Morning Post – World · China

This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing. Hong Kong labour aut…

Geopolitics

Global fallout grows over Israeli soldier smashing Jesus statue in Lebanon

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Outrage continues to grow over the Israeli soldier who was photographed desecrating a statue of Jesus Christ in Lebanon.

Geopolitics

US is ‘pretty far behind where they started’ the war on Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Daniel Benaim says the US missed the early off-ramps to declare victory over Iran.

Geopolitics

Fitness influencer drowns during swimming portion of Ironman Texas

The Guardian – World · Europe

Mara Flavia Souza Araujo drowns early on SaturdayRescue crews locate body after athlete vanishedA Brazilian fitness influencer has died after getting into diff…

Geopolitics

Jewish man among first charged in pro-Palestinian slogan crackdown that reminds some of 1970s Queensland

The Guardian – World · Europe

Stephen Heydt says he spoke in a custom-made T-shirt and was ‘charged with two offences: one for the shirt, one for the chanting’Follow our Australia news live…

General

Outrage after Israeli soldier seen striking Jesus statue in Lebanon

NBC News – World · US

A photograph showing an Israeli soldier damaging a statue of Jesus Christ has sparked public outrage. NBC News’ Molly Hunter reports on the Israeli military’s …

Geopolitics

A day before PM inauguration, fire breaks out at Rajasthan refinery

Times of India – World · India

Revised date for dedication to be announced later

Geopolitics

Cash is the king: Mob snatches 13.4 lakh seized from MP’s office

Times of India – World · India

Mob snatches 13.4 lakh seized from MP's office

Geopolitics

Noida protests: Workers’ outfit members from Delhi, Lucknow arrested

Times of India – World · India

Noida police arrested two members of Mazdoor Bigul Dasta, Himanshu Thakur and Satyam Verma, for their alleged involvement in April 13 violence during a wage pr…

Geopolitics

Why ‘Barkat’ factor looms large over Malda poll turf

Times of India – World · India

20 years after the death of ABA Ghani Khan Choudhury, parties are still claiming the legacy of the Congress stalwart to pull votes

Geopolitics

'Left out' of cash-for-vote; Tamil Nadu residents protest, demand payment

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • A protest in Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore left a surprising outcome for the election season. • The out…

Geopolitics

Trump’s ‘cooling planet’ claim clashes with scientific data showing sustained global warming

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI Science Desk is a team of journalists exploring scientific discoveries for readers of The…

Geopolitics

Techie rapes, blackmails 24-year-old MBA student in Bhopal; arrested

Times of India – World · India

A data engineer has been arrested and jailed in Bhopal for allegedly raping and blackmailing a 24-year-old MBA student. The accused reportedly lured the victim…

Geopolitics

Rapper D4vd’ charged with murder of 14-year-old girl

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Prosecutors in California are charging rapper D4vd with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.

Geopolitics

The Touska, the Iranian-Flagged Ship Seized by U.S. Forces, Was Under Sanctions

The New York Times – World · US

The container ship, the Touska, was sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury over links to Iranian weapons programs.

Geopolitics

UAE reports dismantling of Iran-linked ‘terror’ cell

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Arrests come after United Arab Emirates bore the brunt of Iranian attacks on Gulf neighbours.

Geopolitics

Singer D4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old girl found in car

The Guardian – World · Europe

Musician has been charged after the dismembered and decomposing body of Celeste Rivas Hernandez was found in abandoned TeslaThe singer D4vd has been charged wi…

Geopolitics

Pahalgam’s primary defence against tragedy still runs from five rooms

Times of India – World · India

Hospital unchanged year after massacre; waits for promised 50-bed upgrade

Geopolitics

Ahead of Pahalgam anniversary, security tightened in Kashmir Valley

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear and concise bullet points summarizing the article: • Security has been heightened across the Kashmir Valley ahead of the first anniversary…

Geopolitics

'A win-win for both nations!' Three-day India-US trade talks to begin this week

Times of India – World · India

India and the US are resuming trade negotiations in Washington DC from April 20-22 to discuss the first phase of their bilateral trade agreement. The talks are…

Geopolitics

Drones, robots & precision fire: How Ukraine is defying Russian juggernaut

Times of India – World · India

Ukraine is showcasing remarkable resilience against Russia through its innovative defense industry. The nation is producing millions of drones, long-range miss…

Geopolitics

Raids, arrests & green file: Why I-PAC is in political crosshairs in Mamata's West Bengal

Times of India – World · India

An Enforcement Directorate investigation into political consultancy firm I-PAC has ignited a major political clash in West Bengal. The probe, initially focused…

Geopolitics

NFL trade rumors: Browns, Cowboys eye bold first-round swap

Times of India – World · India

The Cleveland Browns are rumored to explore a blockbuster first-round trade with the Dallas Cowboys, potentially turning one top pick into three. Draft analyst…

Geopolitics

'Bulldozer buddhi': Mahua calls Yogi Adityanath 'a joke' over Swami Vivekanand quote gaffe

Times of India – World · India

TMC MP Mahua Moitra and her party have strongly criticized UP CM Yogi Adityanath for wrongly attributing Subhas Chandra Bose's famous quote to Swami Vivekanand…

Geopolitics

'US wanted to kill crew': Surviving sailor of Iranian warship sunk in Indian Ocean narrates horror

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 for latest news and div…

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