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Geopolitics

Woman’s lover hacks her husband 17 times with axe, injured in encounter

Times of India – World · India

In a shocking crime of passion, a man named Talib was brutally attacked seventeen times with an axe by Aasim, the alleged lover of his wife. Following a tense …

Geopolitics

China evacuates one million from homes as massive storm arrives

BBC News – World · Europe

Typhoon Dolphin has made landfall, bringing strong winds and heavy rain across eastern China including Shanghai.

Geopolitics

Indonesian Islamic body warns against cross-dressing in Independence Day games

South China Morning Post – World · China

Indonesia’s top Islamic clerical body has warned men not to wear “women’s clothing” for Independence Day festivities despite a long-standing tradition of men i…

Geopolitics

India news: Kerala arrest highlights online harassment of women at CJP protest

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

A right-wing activist was arrested over alleged remarks that women attending the CJP protests "enjoy" sexual assault as female demonstrators face a wider onlin…

Geopolitics

UK temperatures could hit 36C as fifth heatwave of summer looms

The Guardian – World · Europe

Met Office considers amber or red warning as forecasters say Thursday is likely to be hottest day of the weekTemperatures could reach 36C (97F) or higher this …

Geopolitics

Solar eclipse tracker: What time will it hit your location on August 12?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

On August 12, nearly one billion people could see a partial solar eclipse, with 15 million in its path of totality.

Geopolitics

Bar Association challenges decision to clear ex-lawmaker Margaret Ng of misconduct

South China Morning Post – World · China

The Hong Kong Bar Association has filed a judicial challenge against a disciplinary panel’s decision to clear barrister and former opposition lawmaker Margaret…

Geopolitics

When extreme heat threatens Europe's nuclear power

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Warm rivers and low water levels are forcing nuclear power plants to reduce output across Europe. Over a year, the losses are minimal, but on critical days the…

Geopolitics

Despite geopolitical tensions, China’s rare earth producers have profitable first half

South China Morning Post – World · China

China’s rare earth producers have reported or anticipated hefty first-half profits, with Beijing’s use of the strategically critical minerals as leverage in tr…

Geopolitics

Lobbyist tells Icac there’s not a ‘shred of evidence’ he was involved with conservative Liberal group

The Guardian – World · Europe

Jeremy Greenwood tells inquiry he instructed the factional group ‘not to keep going’ because ‘it became so toxic’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest…

Geopolitics

'Either guilty or incompetent': Rahul demands Shah answer for protesters' crackdown

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists delivering current, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, they gather, verify, and…

Geopolitics

Discovery of almost 1,000 weapons in Indonesian school fuels safety fears

South China Morning Post – World · China

An Indonesian minister has called for better protection of students after nearly 1,000 weapons were found at a private school in South Jakarta. Police seized 9…

Startups

How building InMobi and Glance shaped Piyush Shah's vision for India's AI future

Your Story · India

In this episode of the Prime Venture Partners podcast, Piyush Shah, Co-founder of InMobi and Glance, shares insights from his journey of building two unicorns …

Geopolitics

World Athletics U20 Championships: India end campaign with three-medal haul

Times of India – World · India

India's World Athletics U20 Championships campaign concluded with three medals. This performance matches the country's medal tally from the 2021 and 2022 editi…

Geopolitics

China: Typhoon Dolphin prompts mass evacuation, canceled flights

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Even as it weakens, Typhoon Dolphin is disrupting life in China. Close to 1,500 flights have been canceled in Shanghai while parts of Beijing are under flood a…

Geopolitics

Typhoon Dolphin Barrels Into China, Prompting Mass Evacuations

The New York Times – World · US

The storm, which made landfall on Sunday evening, is the strongest to hit China this year and also caused flooding in parts of the Philippines.

Entrepreneurship

OpenAI’s Newest Model Triggers a ‘Critical’ Warning

Inc. · Global

‘It’s important to be transparent’: Citing potentially alarming cybersecurity risks, the ChatGPT maker has paused the launch of Astra, its next-generation auto…

Geopolitics

Rishabh Pant's football skills steal show during India vs SL warm-up - Watch

Times of India – World · India

Rishabh Pant displayed unique football skills during India's warm-up match against Sri Lanka. He used his feet to kick wide deliveries away instead of his bat.…

Geopolitics

Land ownership titles in India explained: What they mean and how they differ

Times of India – World · India

Navigating the property market involves grasping different land titles and their significance. Freehold ownership is the most straightforward, providing easily…

Geopolitics

‘Will pure petrol come from your father's house?’ BJP MP on ethanol blending

Times of India – World · India

BJP MP Janardan Mishra staunchly defended the Centre's ethanol-blending initiative, which has sparked significant debate. He questioned the motives of critics …

Geopolitics

2 injured in Thai government office shooting, ex-MP arrested

South China Morning Post – World · China

A ⁠gunman was arrested after firing shots at a local government office on the outskirts of Thailand’s capital on Monday, officials said, ‌just days after a tee…

Geopolitics

What’s driving unrest in Pakistan-administered Kashmir?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

What's driving unrest in Pakistan-administered Kashmir?

Startups

From lockdown feeding to saving 2,000+ animals: Varsha Raj’s story

Your Story · India

Varsha Raj’s APNA Foundation has rescued 2,000+ animals while providing treatment, shelter and adoption support across Patna.

Geopolitics

Google Drive ends Photos backups starting August 10: What users need to do

Times of India – World · India

Starting August 10, 2026, the Google Drive desktop app will no longer support backup for Google Photos. Users are encouraged to switch to the dedicated Google …

Geopolitics

What are THAAD and Patriot missiles and why does US value them so much

Times of India – World · India

Global demand for THAAD and Patriot interceptors is high due to ongoing conflicts. These systems are crucial for defending against ballistic missile threats i…

Geopolitics

Germany news: Low water on Rhine could sever freight route

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Germany's inland shipping association has warned that the Rhine could soon become effectively split in two as water levels continue to fall. In Berlin, a man w…

Geopolitics

Two workers were temporarily stood down after near-miss collision at Sydney Airport

The Guardian – World · Europe

Transport minister says improved staff rostering will be in place from next month after ‘unacceptable’ delays and incident involving Qatar Airways and Jetstar …

Geopolitics

Albanese gives ground on gambling inducements as Labor and Coalition inch towards deal

The Guardian – World · Europe

Prime minister and opposition leader meet in Canberra to advance agreement on gambling advertisingFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our…

Geopolitics

‘That was not ordinary’: Modi praises Lovlina for objecting to distorted India map

Times of India – World · India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Indian athletes after the Commonwealth Games. He specifically commended boxer Lovlina Borgohain for her stand against a d…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong police arrest 8 over HK$6.2 million ‘sugar baby’ dating scam

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong police have arrested eight people over an alleged compensated-dating scam syndicate that cheated victims, including teachers and healthcare workers, …

Geopolitics

Days after Thailand school shooting, fresh gun attack reported in same province

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers covers global events with dedication. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timely news delivery fo…

Geopolitics

Type 2 diabetes in young women increasingly common

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

British researchers say rates of type 2 diabetes are growing most among women under 40. The disease is often underdiagnosed in women or diagnosed too late to r…

Geopolitics

Chinese researchers use microbubbles to shrink aggressive liver tumours: paper

South China Morning Post – World · China

Chinese researchers have found a safe way to shrink advanced tumours from an aggressive form of liver cancer, an advance that could see microbubbles used to en…

Geopolitics

Chinese neighbours trapped in mountains ignore rescue calls over spiritual fears

South China Morning Post – World · China

Two individuals in Beijing found themselves trapped in a mountain but refused rescue due to a superstition that responding to strangers brings bad luck. The po…

Tech & Startups

Space Agencies Are Trying to Keep Astronauts From Losing Their Sight

Wired · Global

A device currently being used to help octogenarians do self-administered eye exams could be part of future space missions to monitor astronauts’ ocular health.

Geopolitics

Now a ‘Blank Space’: Taylor Swift songs vanish from Trump, White House posts

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers covers global events with dedication. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timely reporting of internationa…

Geopolitics

Australian island declared fire-ant free after two decades of eradication

Times of India – World · India

In a remarkable conservation milestone, indigenous rangers have eradicated invasive tropical fire ants from Melville Island after 20 years of dedicated work on…

Geopolitics

Victorian Liberals promise weekly red bin garbage collections for all, calling fortnightly system ‘disgusting’

The Guardian – World · Europe

If opposition wins November’s state election, leader Jess Wilson vows households will not pay more under the changeFollow our Australia news live blog for late…

Geopolitics

‘More practice wouldn’t be as good’: Kotak’s bold claim after India’s warm-up win

Times of India – World · India

India's batting coach, Sitanshu Kotak, deemed the warm-up match a resounding success for the team. Notable was Devdutt Padikkal's glittering unbeaten score of …

Geopolitics

14-year-old Sirish Subash built an AI-powered pesticide detector

Times of India – World · India

- TOI Science Desk is a team of journalists dedicated to covering science news, features, and articles on topics like genetics, space, and AI. - They aim to …

Geopolitics

Monday briefing: How the new phase of confrontation at al-Aqsa signals a challenge to the status quo

The Guardian – World · Europe

In today’s newsletter: ​Jerusalem’s most volatile site has again become a flashpoint, with Arab states and former Israeli officials sounding the alarm over Ben…

Geopolitics

16 Bangladeshi workers killed in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh sofa factory blaze

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers cover global events with accuracy, depth, and timeliness. - They deliver diverse perspectives and…

Geopolitics

'Body in suitcase' found in Australia turns out to be lifelike doll

BBC News – World · Europe

Forensics revealed that the "realistic" looking body was in fact not human.

Startups

7 Books that explore the meaning of home and belonging

Your Story · India

Discover 7 books that explore the meaning of home, belonging, identity, and the emotional connections that shape where we truly feel accepted.

Geopolitics

'Film script, pills, miscarriage': 73-year-old director arrested for raping actress

Times of India – World · India

Shakeel Noorani, the 73-year-old Bollywood producer, was apprehended at a farmhouse in Maharashtra after eluding law enforcement for 40 days. He faces grave al…

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