Entrepreneurship
Gen Z Is Buying Flip Phones. The Smart Brands Know They’re Really Selling a Feeling
Inc. · Global
Young consumers aren’t nostalgic for the ’90s. They’re nostalgic for what they never got to have.
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Entrepreneurship
Kylie Jenner Was Dolce Glow’s First Celebrity Client. The Brand Grew by Treating Everyone Like a Star
Inc. · Global
Isabel Alysa explains why consistency, customer experience, and status-blind service are what build a lasting business.
Geopolitics
Study: Obesity 'bigger cancer risk' than previously thought
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
A new study has found that being significantly overweight could be responsible for more cases of cancer than previously known. Abdominal fat, in particular, in…
Geopolitics
JNU cancels Umar Khalid book discussion over 'non-disclosure' of details
Times of India – World · India
Jawaharlal Nehru University has canceled a planned book discussion on campus, which was to highlight former student Umar Khalid's newly released book. Authorit…
Geopolitics
Florida homeowner covered a lawn with cardboard to create a pollinator haven
Times of India – World · India
In a remarkable shift toward ecological landscaping, a Florida homeowner has exchanged their traditional lawn for a flourishing native pollinator garden. By em…
Geopolitics
‘CoE is not just a rehab centre’: VVS defends facility amid India’s injury crisis
Times of India – World · India
VVS Laxman defends the Centre of Excellence's role beyond rehabilitation. He stresses player monitoring and continuous assessment over assigning blame. Injur…
Geopolitics
16 taken to hospital after fire breaks out at Taikoo Shing flat
South China Morning Post – World · China
A fire has broken out at a flat in a Hong Kong housing estate, resulting in 16 people feeling unwell from the effects of smoke and residents fleeing to the roo…
Geopolitics
Watch: Trainer aircraft crashes near Baramati airstrip in Maharashtra
Times of India – World · India
- Kanchan Yadav is a writer at The Times of India, covering business, politics, international affairs, and social issues. - Focuses on policy, governance, an…
Geopolitics
Indonesia: Mount Bromo wildfire grows, spurs park closure
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Indonesian authorities have closed a popular national park until further notice. Strong winds and rough terrain are making it difficult for firefighters to ext…
Geopolitics
Women’s Day in South Africa turns 70 with equality still out of reach
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
The 1956 march transformed women’s rights and political power, but millions still cannot fully enjoy those gains.
Geopolitics
Flight cancellations, evacuations as China braces for Typhoon Dolphin
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Over 1,600 flights cancelled as Typhoon Dolphin approaches China's eastern coast, with winds reaching 162km/h overnight.
Geopolitics
India: Ex-Education Minister Pradhan says Gen Z 'misled'
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Dharmendra Pradhan spoke for the first time since his resignation as education minister following mass protests against him. He said he "suffered" because of G…
Geopolitics
How China’s ‘magic’ rice seeds are transforming the fortunes of Nigerian farmers
South China Morning Post – World · China
Just outside the Nigerian capital Abuja, where Green Agriculture West Africa Limited (Gawal) is based, locals do not refer to the company by name, instead as t…
Geopolitics
Iconic 1991 photo of Chinese girl symbolises thirst for knowledge, changing lives
South China Morning Post – World · China
A 1991 black-and-white portrait photograph has become an iconic symbol of impoverished Chinese students’ yearning for knowledge, profoundly altering the life o…
Geopolitics
How Saudi Arabia-Turkey-Pakistan defence pact acts as ‘insurance’ over US disengagement
South China Morning Post – World · China
A defence pact among Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan appears to be aimed at deterring Iran and Israel from tearing up the Middle East with their conflict ami…
Geopolitics
Saudi Arabia says fire extinguished at Aramco facility in Jizan
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Saudi Energy Ministry gives no cause, but Houthis claim attack at refinery. No casualties reported.
Geopolitics
Nagasaki mayor says ‘humanity and nuclear weapons cannot coexist’
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Nagasaki Mayor says ‘humanity and nuclear weapons can't coexist’ as Japan marks anniversary of the US atomic bombing.
Geopolitics
Australia: Jetstar, Qatar Airways planes almost collide on Sydney Airport tarmac
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
A flight crew member was injured in a near-miss collision on the runway at Australia's Sydney Airport. An investigation has been launched to determine what cau…
Geopolitics
How are Hong Kong restaurants faring 1 month into the dog-friendly scheme?
South China Morning Post – World · China
Restaurateur Ken Chu Ka-chun recorded a 20 per cent boost in business at one of his outlets at Kai Tak Sports Park over the past month, thanks to pet owners di…
Startups
India's first woman Top Gun, and a first in the Army Chief's office
Your Story · India
Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth clears the Air Force's toughest combat course, as Captain Shivani becomes first woman aide to the Army Chief.
Geopolitics
World number one Sabalenka upset by Alexandrova at Canadian Open
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Ekaterina Alexandrov took down four-time Grand Slam singles champion Aryna Sabalenka in a three-set marathon in Toronto.
Geopolitics
Russian family denied asylum in Finland fear reprisals for pro-Ukraine activism
The Guardian – World · Europe
Nikita and Olga Belov say they will be persecuted on return to Moscow but are yet to convince Finnish authoritiesA Russian family faces deportation from Finlan…
Geopolitics
Costa Rican diplomat emerges as strong contender to be first female head of UN
The Guardian – World · Europe
Rebeca Grynspan seen as continuity candidate with tacit support from current secretary general, António GuterresA Costa Rican diplomat and former vice-presiden…
Geopolitics
Israel advances plan for 627 settler units in occupied West Bank
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
New settlement tender in West Bank deepens Israeli efforts to sever Palestinian ties to Jerusalem, officials warn.
Geopolitics
Mega-events drive HK$5.8 billion visitor spend in first half of year: Paul Chan
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong visitors spent HK$5.8 billion (US$739 million) during major events in the first half of the year, averaging HK$3,314 per traveller, the city’s financ…
Geopolitics
Meta must comply with Indian law, not merely global policies: Centre
Times of India – World · India
- Ayush Pandey is a journalist at The Times of India, covering breaking news, politics, defense, and legal policy developments globally. - His focus includes…
Geopolitics
Houthi attack suspected at Saudi gas facility in Jubail; Aramco Jazan fire extinguished
Times of India – World · India
- Kanchan Yadav is a writer at *The Times of India*, covering business, politics, international affairs, and social issues. - Her reporting emphasizes policy…
Geopolitics
Wildfire forces thousands of evacuations in Western Canada
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
A fast-moving wildfire has forced more than 20,000 people to evacuate parts of British Columbia’s Okanagan region.
Geopolitics
Police dismantle alleged triad group that ran account centres to launder HK$600 million
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong police have arrested 147 people after uncovering a triad syndicate suspected of setting up centres to coordinate bank accounts and handle HK$600 mill…
Geopolitics
DPD temporary workers may have missed out on sick pay and pensions, internal documents show
The Guardian – World · Europe
Missing payments suggest employment laws may have been breached by recruitment agencies used by courier companyLow-paid temporary workers at one of the UK’s to…
Geopolitics
Maldives’ plea to restart South Asian bloc hits India-Pakistan brick wall
South China Morning Post – World · China
The Maldives recently called to revive a South Asian grouping, which has been suspended for over a decade. But given the tensions between two of the most influ…
Geopolitics
'Internal matter': Supriya Sule on Sunetra Pawar faction's talks with Prashant Kishor
Times of India – World · India
- Abhishek Mishra is a Digital Content Producer at The Times of India, collaborating with the news desk. - His focus includes foreign policy, defense, geopol…
Entrepreneurship
Berkshire Hathaway’s Rare Spending Spree Turns Heads on Wall Street
Inc. · Global
A strong earnings report reveals that new CEO Greg Abel dipped into Warren Buffett’s $380 billion cash reserve to buy back stock, boost Berkshire’s stake in Al…
Geopolitics
‘I don’t care how old he is’: Brett Lee’s big warning for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Times of India – World · India
According to Brett Lee, 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi showcases outstanding cricket skills. Following a stellar IPL season, he was quickly called to join In…
Geopolitics
Sydney gardener fined almost $200,000 for removing 287 trees to improve harbourside mansion’s water views
The Guardian – World · Europe
Local council described incident as ‘worst act of environmental vandalism in Lane Cove history’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastIt be…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong records hottest day in 142 years as Typhoon Dolphin brings extreme heat
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong has recorded the highest temperature since records began in 1884 on Sunday afternoon under the impact of Severe Typhoon Dolphin. According to the Hon…
Geopolitics
Lionel Messi returns to Argentina after father Jorge’s death
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Football star Lionel Messi returned to Argentina with his family on Saturday, a day after his father died.
Geopolitics
German arms giant boss says no ‘chickening out’ amid alleged Russian threats
South China Morning Post – World · China
The head of German arms giant Rheinmetall is refusing to be intimidated despite round-the-clock security due to a litany of threats to his safety. On Sunday, A…
Geopolitics
Red alert: Shanghai cancels 60% of flights as Typhoon Dolphin closes in
South China Morning Post – World · China
Typhoon Dolphin is expected to make landfall along the coast of Zhejiang and Fujian provinces between Sunday night and Monday morning, prompting Shanghai to ca…
Geopolitics
Iran issues new demands as Pezeshkian seeks deal
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Senior Iranian security official sets broader conditions for reopening Hormuz.
Geopolitics
Shanghai cancels 1,300 flights as China prepares for Typhoon Dolphin
The Hindu – World · India
Shanghai's Hongqiao and Pudong airports respectively also cancelled about 60% of Sunday's (August 9, 2026) expected flights
Geopolitics
‘Very painful’: Joe Biden’s cancer has spread, son Hunter says
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden, says his father’s prostate cancer has “metastasised into his bones and further”.
Geopolitics
Plastics contamination an ‘overlooked’ concern in food waste schemes, experts say
The Guardian – World · Europe
Researchers find microplastics can persist in compost, leaching into agricultural soilsPlastic contamination should be a central concern in efforts to deal wit…
Geopolitics
Jetstar plane narrowly avoids crashing into Qatar Airways flight at Sydney airport
South China Morning Post – World · China
Safety regulators launched an investigation on Sunday into a “near collision” between two passenger aircraft at Australia’s busiest airport that injured a crew…
Geopolitics
West Asia war LIVE: UAE says Iran targeted tanker as Oman cites progress in Hormuz talks
The Hindu – World · India
Iran' Supreme National Security Council said the Strait of Hormuz will not open until the United States “corrects its behaviour”
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