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Geopolitics

Travelers face long waits at some US airports amid DHS shutdown

The Guardian – World · Europe

Wait times at security checkpoints in Houston and New Orleans as long as three hours due to shortage of TSA agentsTravelers complained of long waits Sunday – l…

Geopolitics

Gambling crackdown in Romania as councils can ban betting shops and slot machines

The Guardian – World · Europe

At least nine cities to pursue full bans as emergency decree gives decisive veto powers to mayors and local councilsRomania’s government has overhauled gamblin…

Geopolitics

Bangladesh shuts universities early to save power amid energy crisis

The Hindu – World · India

Authorities ⁠said the decision applies to all public and private universities across the country, a move that officials said will ‌not only reduce electricity …

Geopolitics

Labour to set up new extremism whistleblowing service for university staff

The Guardian – World · Europe

Minister announces action plan to boost social cohesion that will also give regulator powers to shut down charitiesThe UK government will expand powers to tack…

Geopolitics

Swiss reject slashes to public broadcasting

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

A campaign to lower compulsory fees that fund public broadcasters failed in a referendum vote. Proponents called for more privatization, while victorious oppon…

Engineering

Military AI Policy Needs Democratic Oversight

IEEE Spectrum · Global

A simmering dispute between the United States Department of Defense (DOD) and Anthropic has now escalated into a full-blown confrontation, raising an uncomfort…

Geopolitics

Will UN plans to transform the way it works ‘throw equality under the bus’?

The Guardian – World · Europe

Many of those attending the world’s largest meeting on women’s rights in New York this week are primed to defend the two key UN agencies that protect women and…

Geopolitics

Time for a change: British Columbia decides to keep daylight saving time permanently

The Guardian – World · Europe

Most residents of Canadian province wanted change for years; Trump’s unneighbourly rhetoric helped seal the dealSince 1918, the clocks in Creston, a town in ea…

Geopolitics

Government may scrap NOC for inter-state vehicle transfers

Times of India – World · India

Inter-state vehicle transfers are set to become significantly easier as the government plans to eliminate the need for No Objection Certificates (NOCs). A NITI…

Geopolitics

52,360 people flown from Gulf to India till Friday midnight on 280 flights:' DGCA

Times of India – World · India

- Over 52,000 people evacuated from Gulf to India via airlines and charter flights by Friday night. - Evacuation included Indian and Middle East carriers, pr…

Geopolitics

US tariff refund system to be ready in 45 days, after Trump duties struck down

South China Morning Post – World · China

The US ⁠customs agency is readying a system within 45 days to process refunds on President Donald Trump’s tariffs that were struck down as illegal, a customs o…

Geopolitics

Karnataka says it will ban social media for children under 16

Times of India – World · India

Karnataka plans to ban social media for children under 16, aligning with global efforts to curb digital exposure. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced the pol…

Geopolitics

‘I’m relieved she’s gone’: Fema staffers celebrate ousting of Kristi Noem

The Guardian – World · Europe

Current and former Fema staff say the fired DHS secretary made the US more dangerous by overhauling the agencySign up for the Breaking News US email to get new…

Geopolitics

Mahila Jan Sunwais: NCW plans week-long public hearings covering 500 districts

Times of India – World · India

The National Commission for Women is launching nationwide 'Mahila Jan Sunwais' in 500 districts across 25 states until March 14. This initiative aims to resolv…

Geopolitics

MBBS graduate tops civil services exam in which professionals dominate

Times of India – World · India

AIIMS graduate Anuj Agnihotri has clinched the top spot in the Civil Services Examination 2025, with 958 candidates recommended for various services. Medical, …

Tech & Startups

India’s Karnataka signals intent to ban social media for under-16s

TechCrunch · US

Karnataka's proposal highlights a growing global debate over children’s rights and online policy.

Geopolitics

Inside Serbia's elite investment network

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Investigations into a Serbian investment fund that is allegedly popular with senior politicians, businessmen who have prospered from state contracts and others…

Geopolitics

Who is Anuj Agnihotri, the UPSC CSE 2025 topper?

Times of India – World · India

The Union Public Service Commission has announced the Civil Services Examination 2025 final results, recommending 958 candidates for the Indian Administrative …

Geopolitics

25k for 3rd child: Andhra unveils India's first draft population management policy

Times of India – World · India

In a groundbreaking move, Andhra Pradesh is introducing an innovative population growth initiative aimed at encouraging families to expand. The state governmen…

Geopolitics

UPSC CSE 2025 final result out: 958 recommended for civil services

Times of India – World · India

The Union Public Service Commission has announced the final results of the Civil Services Examination 2025 after the written test and personality interviews. A…

Geopolitics

Singapore announces new committee to strengthen Indian community identity

The Hindu – World · India

The INEI committee will be chaired by Senior Minister of State for Transport and Law Murali Pillai, as well as Minister of State for Culture, Community and You…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong grants HK$6.15 million to family of firefighter killed in Tai Po blaze

South China Morning Post – World · China

The family of deceased firefighter Ho Wai-ho, who died while battling Hong Kong’s deadliest blaze in seven decades, will receive HK$6.15 million (US$831,246) i…

Geopolitics

Karnataka govt announces social media ban for children under age of 16

Times of India – World · India

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced plans for a social media ban for children under 16 while presenting the 2026-27 state budget. He also criticize…

Geopolitics

Senators propose ban on US gov’t officials doing prediction market trading

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The bill comes as a user on Polymarket made more than $500,000 by taking a position that the US would strike Iran.

Geopolitics

Major reshuffle in Raj Bhavans: Ex-envoy Sandhu named Delhi LG, TN guv Ravi moved to Bengal

Times of India – World · India

A significant gubernatorial reshuffle has seen R N Ravi appointed as West Bengal's new governor, replacing C V Ananda Bose. This move, occurring just before st…

Geopolitics

Transparency fears over plan to redact 2,000 staff names on Commons register

The Guardian – World · Europe

Exclusive: Standards committee proposal aims to improve staff safety but critics say it will further reduce public trustMPs are planning to redact the names of…

Geopolitics

From subscription models to ‘Britflix’: key takeaways from BBC response to charter review

The Guardian – World · Europe

The 114-page document backs licence fee but suggests its funding model is being tested to breaking pointIt’s that time again. The BBC has published its opening…

Geopolitics

UK government ‘effectively allowed’ child sexual abuse, campaigners say

The Guardian – World · Europe

Maggie Oliver Foundation taking action over government’s alleged failure to adopt changes recommended by inquiryCampaigners have accused the UK government of i…

Geopolitics

Xi Jinping calls for China’s provincial powerhouses to lead on tech at ‘two sessions’

South China Morning Post – World · China

President Xi Jinping urged China’s major provincial economies to take the lead in technological innovation and strengthen their resilience to external shocks o…

Geopolitics

‘It’s discrimination’: US Small Business Administration cuts off loans to immigrant entrepreneurs

The Guardian – World · Europe

Green card holders are now ineligible for loans through the SBA as agency carries out Trump’s ‘America First’ agendaThe US federal agency in charge of helping …

Geopolitics

BBC says ‘irreversible’ trends mean it will not survive without major overhaul

The Guardian – World · Europe

In opening response to charter review, corporation points to ‘mismatch’ between TV licence rules and viewing habitsUK politics live – latest updatesThe BBC has…

Tech & Startups

Big Tech Signs White House Data Center Pledge With Good Optics and Little Substance

Wired · Global

“Data centers … they need some PR help,”President Donald Trump said at the event.

Geopolitics

Asylum seekers waiting over a year for claim in UK may be allowed to work under new measures

The Guardian – World · Europe

Shabana Mahmood hopes to reduce number of claimants in hotels by enabling them to support themselvesUp to 21,000 asylum seekers who have waited for a year for …

Geopolitics

BBC to call for permanent charter and end of political appointments to board

The Guardian – World · Europe

Corporation proposes sweeping changes intended to protect its independence and shore up its futureThe BBC is to call for an end to political appointments to it…

Geopolitics

‘A win for democracy’: Labor abandons freedom of information law changes that would have reduced transparency

The Guardian – World · Europe

Katy Gallagher says Albanese government still committed to reform and flags new fixes to system ‘stuck in the 1980s’ Follow our Australia news live blog for la…

Geopolitics

Papua New Guinea offers cash for guns as amnesty opens to combat escalating tribal violence

The Guardian – World · Europe

Weapons amnesty and buyback scheme will run until August as PM James Marape says illegal guns ‘destroying families and villages’ Papua New Guinea has asked res…

Tech & Startups

How Federal Agencies Got Caught Up in Trump's Anti-Immigration Crusade

Wired · Global

WIRED spoke with workers across seven government agencies—from the IRS to HUD—about how their work has been contorted to support ICE and other immigration effo…

Geopolitics

Trump administration’s bid to halt New York City congestion toll blocked in court

The Guardian – World · Europe

Judge notes New York legislature passed $9 fee and it was signed into law by governor before federal approvalsSign up for the Breaking News US email to get new…

General

Inside the underground nerve center of Israel's first responders

NBC News – World · US

NBC News visited the main nerve center for Israel’s primary emergency service, Magen David Adom, as the country was on stand by for retaliatory drone strikes.

Geopolitics

Do we have to wait until someone gets hurt? Hongkongers stuck in Dubai face travel chaos

South China Morning Post – World · China

Some Hong Kong residents stranded in the Middle East amid the US-Israeli attack on Iran have voiced frustration over repeated flight cancellations, rising hote…

Geopolitics

British Columbia Will Change Clocks on Sunday for the Last Time

The New York Times – World · US

The Canadian province is moving permanently to daylight saving time, officials announced.

Tech & Startups

How Palantir, Microsoft, Amazon, and Google Power Trump’s Immigration Crackdown

Wired · Global

A WIRED analysis shows that ICE and CBP have collectively spent at least $515 million on products from Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and Palantir in the last few …

Geopolitics

Two important US government departments are ending use of Anthropic products after Trump’s order

Times of India – World · India

Following President Trump's directive, the US Treasury Department and the Federal Housing Finance Agency have ceased using Anthropic's AI technology. This acti…

Geopolitics

Councils’ temporary housing costs to more than double by 2029-30, says LGA

The Guardian – World · Europe

Exclusive: Local Government Association says figure to house homeless people in England will reach almost £4bnThe cost to councils of providing temporary accom…

Geopolitics

MPs’ basic salary to rise to £110,000 by end of parliament, watchdog says

The Guardian – World · Europe

Ipsa cites rising abuse and constituency workloads as reasons for above-inflation increase of 5% from AprilThe basic annual salary of MPs will soon rise to £11…

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