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Tech & Startups

Government Docs Reveal New Details About Tesla and Waymo Robotaxis’ Human Babysitters

Wired · Global

Self-driving-vehicle companies are revealing new details about their safety-critical “remote assistance” programs—but questions remain.

Geopolitics

How Trump’s threatened strikes on Iran could backfire

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump said on Friday that he was considering limited military strikes to pressure Iran into signing a new nuclear deal, but bombing the cou…

Geopolitics

Where is Kim Ju-ae? Succession question hangs over North Korea’s ruling congress

South China Morning Post – World · China

North Korea’s ruling party congress, convened only once every five years, opened in Pyongyang this weekend with supreme leader Kim Jong-un poised to formalise …

Geopolitics

How the next China shock is shaping hearts and minds

South China Morning Post – World · China

For decades, China’s role in the global economy was easy to define. It made things cheaply and at astonishing scale. “Made in China” became shorthand for indus…

Geopolitics

US military kills 3 in latest strike on ‘narcoterrorist’ boat

South China Morning Post – World · China

The US military has carried out another deadly strike on a vessel accused of trafficking drugs in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. US Southern Command said on social…

Geopolitics

What’s next for Gaza after Trump’s Board of Peace meets in Washington?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Only one Palestinian present at international gathering for Gaza.

Geopolitics

US envoy suggests it would be ‘fine’ if Israel expands across Middle East

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

'It would be fine if they took it all,' Mike Huckabee says when asked about expanding Israel from Nile to Euphrates.

Geopolitics

Hungary threatens veto of €90 billion EU loan to Ukraine

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

After having agreed to provide Ukraine a €90 billion EU loan package, officials in Budapest have said on Friday they plan to veto the deal unless Russian oil s…

Geopolitics

US envoy Mike Huckabee says it would be ‘fine’ if Israel took all Middle East land

The Guardian – World · Europe

Rightwing Trump ally tells Tucker Carlson Israel has biblical right to land from ‘wadi of Egypt to the great river’The US’s ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee…

Geopolitics

At least 10 killed in Israeli strikes in Lebanon’s Bekaa valley, health ministry says

The Guardian – World · Europe

Hezbollah leader among dead as Israel says it hit militant command centresAt least 10 people have been killed and 24 wounded – including three children – in Is…

Geopolitics

Killing of nationalist student leaves French far left in deep trouble as elections loom

BBC News – World · Europe

Far-left militants are suspected of being behind Quentin Deranque's death and the party of Jean-Luc Mélenchon is being widely condemned.

Geopolitics

Trump says he is considering limited military strike on Iran

BBC News – World · Europe

Trump's new threat came a day after he appeared to give Iran about 10 days to agree to a deal to curb its nuclear programme.

Geopolitics

Trump lashes out at Supreme Court justices over tariffs ruling

BBC News – World · Europe

The six justices who voted against the tariffs, dealing a major blow to his signature economic policy, should be "absolutely ashamed", Trump said.

Geopolitics

‘They’ll be paying tariffs, and we will not be paying tariffs’: Trump says no changes to India-U.S. deal post court ruling

The Hindu – World · India

Donald Trump claimed, as he has done before on multiple occasions, that he stopped the “war” (in May 2025) between India and Pakistan “largely” by threatening …

Geopolitics

What are Section 122, 301 and 232 tariffs Trump is considering?

The Hindu – World · India

Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 permits the U.S. President to impose tariffs of up to 15% on a country to address “a large and serious United States balan…

Tech & Startups

Anthropic-funded group backs candidate attacked by rival AI super PAC

TechCrunch · US

Dueling pro-AI PACs have centered around backing or targeting one New York congressional bid: Alex Bores, whose RAISE Act requires AI developers to disclose sa…

Geopolitics

UK to consider removing ex-prince Andrew from royal line of succession

South China Morning Post – World · China

Britain’s government will consider new legislation to remove the former prince Andrew from the line of royal succession once the police investigation into his …

Geopolitics

An America without independent institutions cannot stay No 1

South China Morning Post – World · China

When you buy a stock, you are paying for future profits, not current earnings. It seems that a similar principle applies to countries. The fact that a company …

Geopolitics

Argentina’s Chamber of Deputies passes controversial labour reform bill

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Unions have slammed the reforms as an effort under libertarian President Javier Milei to erode protections for workers.

Geopolitics

Trump: Supreme Court’s rejection of tariffs ‘deeply disappointing’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US President Trump called several Supreme Court justices a “disgrace” after they struck down tariffs he issued in 2025.

Geopolitics

Trump ‘considering’ limited strikes on Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US President Trump says he is “considering” limited strikes on Iran as negotiations continue over its nuclear program.

Geopolitics

Trump suggests he won’t refund tariffs after Supreme Court ruling

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

President Donald Trump suggested he doesn’t plan to refund tariff fees already collected by the US government.

Geopolitics

Israeli attacks across Lebanon kill at least eight people

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Lebanon's official news agency NNA says 'Israeli drone' targeted the Hittin neighbourhood of the Ein el-Hilweh camp.

Geopolitics

Hungary to block 90 billion euro EU loan to Ukraine in Russian oil dispute

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Foreign Minister ​Peter Szijjarto says Hungary 'will not give in to this blackmail' after oil flows from Ukraine halted.

Geopolitics

How are killer drones reshaping the conflict in Sudan

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Sudan enters Ramadan as Civil War intensifies, famine spreads, and drone strikes hit civilian markets.

Geopolitics

Trump threatens 10% global tariffs and rails against supreme court justices

The Guardian – World · Europe

President called justices who blocked his tariffs a ‘disgrace to the nation’ while praising three justices who dissentedUS politics live – latest updatesDonald…

General

British government considers removing former Prince Andrew from the royal line of succession

NBC News – World · US

The British government is considering formally removing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the royal line of succession once the police investigation into allegat…

Geopolitics

U.K. government considers removing former prince Andrew from line of succession amid Epstein row

The Hindu – World · India

Amid a torrent of often tawdry revelations from the files of late U.S. sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, King Charles III has already stripped his younger brother …

Tech & Startups

Metadata Exposes Authors of ICE’s ‘Mega’ Detention Center Plans

Wired · Global

Comments and other data left on a PDF detailing Homeland Security’s proposal to build “mega” detention and processing centers reveal the personnel involved in …

Geopolitics

Is China’s ‘reverse Great Firewall’ quietly blocking global access to official data?

South China Morning Post – World · China

For overseas researchers, policymakers, businesses and casual users alike, access to China’s public information is quietly shrinking as a growing number of off…

Geopolitics

Trump weighs limited strike on Iran, as Tehran says draft deal coming soon

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump said he was considering a limited strike on Iran after ordering a major naval build-up in the Middle East aimed at heaping pressure o…

Geopolitics

In Gaza, Trump’s Board of Peace met with deep scepticism, little hope

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

In war-ravaged Gaza, residents question whether Trump's Board of Peace will deliver real security.

Geopolitics

A fragile freedom for Venezuela’s released political prisoners

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Venezuela's new government has released hundreds of political detainees. But does that mean freedom?

Geopolitics

Who made the cut on Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ and what they want

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The Board of Peace takes Washington.

Geopolitics

Inside Israel’s plan to turn West Bank land into ‘state property’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israel approves West Bank land claims unless Palestinians prove ownership, sparking ‘annexation’ accusations.

Geopolitics

Trump tariffs struck down: What's his backup plan?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

In a much-anticipated decision, the US Supreme Court has ruled that most of the president's tariffs are unconstitutional because of how he implemented them. Bu…

Geopolitics

Belarus opposition figure urges EU dialogue with Lukashenko

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Maria Kolesnikova called on European leaders to reopen diplomatic channels with Alexander Lukashenko. She said such a move seemed the only way to ease the plig…

Geopolitics

Ethiopia faces renewed strain with Tigray and Eritrea

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Across the northern Tigray region, citizens are bearing the burden of political fractures and rising tensions. Diplomats are urging restraint amid a troop buil…

Geopolitics

Florida Republicans pass bill renaming Palm Beach airport after Trump

The Guardian – World · Europe

Democrats cry foul at change to airport closest to Mar-a-Lago days after president’s lawyers trademarked new nameDemocrats in Florida have condemned Republican…

Geopolitics

Trump tariff court ruling does little to end uncertainty for global business

The Guardian – World · Europe

British Chambers of Commerce official says US supreme court decision ‘does little to clear the murky waters’US politics – live updatesThe US supreme court just…

Geopolitics

Ministers to consider removing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from line of succession

The Guardian – World · Europe

Move would follow any police investigation after former prince questioned on suspicion of misconduct in public officeThe government will consider passing legis…

Geopolitics

Hamas reportedly holds leadership vote at critical moment for militant group

The Guardian – World · Europe

New head will face decisions crucial to movement’s future, such as how far to cooperate with Trump’s Gaza planHamas has reportedly begun holding leadership ele…

Geopolitics

Tariffs ruling is major blow to Trump's second-term agenda

BBC News – World · Europe

The Supreme Court has weakened Trump's hand in dealing with other nations, writes Anthony Zurcher.

General

What Trump's first Board of Peace summit signals about Gaza's future

NBC News – World · US

Billions of dollars earmarked for reconstruction and the promise of an international stabilization force for the destroyed Gaza Strip.

Geopolitics

India’s Hindu Right Seems Unstoppable. This City Shows How.

The New York Times – World · US

Muslims make up a majority in Sambhal, but after deadly clashes over a mosque, they say they the arms of the state are now stifling them.

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