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Geopolitics

Typhoon Dolphin: Shanghai airports cancel 1,300 flights as China evacuates thousands

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers covers global events for diverse perspectives. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timeliness in …

Geopolitics

Bald Range Wildfire Forces Evacuation of 18,000 in British Columbia

The New York Times – World · US

The Bald Range fire has burned more than 25,000 acres in British Columbia. At one point, the fire spread more than 2,000 acres in about an hour, officials said.

Geopolitics

Car bomb hits Colombia highway day after new president sworn in

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A car bomb destroyed a toll booth on a highway in Colombia a day after President Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in.

Geopolitics

Perez Hilton faces long recovery after reports he self-harmed during livestream

BBC News – World · Europe

The US blogger is in a "serious but stable" condition in hospital, according to his family.

Geopolitics

Drone enters Bulgaria, explodes near pipeline at Romanian border

The Hindu – World · India

Turkish officials said a drone attack the previous day on two civilian vessels in the Black Sea left crew members injured.

Geopolitics

Turkiye’s Parliament passes Bill aimed at peace with Kurdish rebels

The Hindu – World · India

The Bill includes a mechanism to facilitate the return of PKK militants by suspending their jail sentences for as much as 10 years

Geopolitics

Labor open to ‘sensible amendments’ on gambling reforms, minister says – as it happened

The Guardian – World · Europe

This blog is now closedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastCoalition demands NDIS changes focus on fraud, corruptionLiberal frontbencher…

Geopolitics

J'khand protest: Govt to hold fresh talks as fasting student leader's health worsens

Times of India – World · India

- Ayush Pandey is a journalist at The Times of India, covering breaking news, politics, defense, legal, and policy developments in India and globally. - He f…

Geopolitics

UAE says Iran targeted tanker as Oman cites progress in Hormuz talks

The Hindu – World · India

UAE' Foreign Ministry condemned what it called a "hostile Iranian attack that targeted a tanker belonging to ADNOC with a missile while it was transiting the S…

Geopolitics

Iran seeks way out of ‘neither war nor peace’ stalemate with US

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran President Pezeshkian said he hopes talks with Oman can end the “neither war nor peace” state of relations with US.

Geopolitics

‘I would have banned Ganguly’: Srinath on Waugh’s wait during '01 Eden Test toss

Times of India – World · India

Javagal Srinath expressed that he might have imposed a ban on Sourav Ganguly for his delay in tossing the coin, though he acknowledged Ganguly's exceptional le…

Geopolitics

Ghana’s cashew apples get a second life

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A fruit long left to rot could become a new source of income for Ghana’s cashew farmers.

Geopolitics

Zelenskyy visits Russian ally Serbia as Moscow pounds Kyiv

The Hindu – World · India

Moscow has significantly upped its attacks on the Ukrainian capital in recent months, typically firing salvos of hard-to-intercept ballistic missiles in short …

Geopolitics

Car-bomb attack targets southwest Colombia day after conservative President takes office

The Hindu – World · India

The Army alleged the attack was carried out by two dissident groups of the now-defunct Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia

Geopolitics

How a Drone ‘Hellscape’ Might Stop a Chinese Invasion of Taiwan

The New York Times – World · US

Inspired by Ukraine’s battlefield gains, Taiwan is betting on drones to deter a potential Chinese invasion.

Geopolitics

Vietnam pays the price at home for sending workers abroad

South China Morning Post – World · China

Vietnam’s seafood and garment sectors are facing a labour shortfall even with raised wages, as Hanoi expands a drive to send more workers overseas for higher-p…

Geopolitics

Why Britain's housing market is losing momentum as mortgage rates rise again

Times of India – World · India

Britain's housing market saw momentum slow in July, with prices remaining flat. Higher mortgage rates and economic uncertainty are impacting buyer demand signi…

Geopolitics

Labor open to ‘sensible amendments’ to gambling laws after inquiry hears alcohol and cocaine offered to punters

The Guardian – World · Europe

Sources say Albanese government willing to tighten rules on betting inducements but less likely to budge on TV and online advertisementsFollow our Australia ne…

Geopolitics

Lebanon says Israeli troops infiltrated Lebanese army-held village

The Hindu – World · India

An Israeli occupation army force advanced into the village of Zawtar al-Gharbiya shortly after midnight... and erected a new earthen barrier near the town squa…

Geopolitics

Privacy fears drive ‘patriotic Americans’ to destroy licence plate cameras

South China Morning Post – World · China

In only a few years, the surveillance start-up Flock has installed more than 100,000 licence plate reader cameras across the United States. But a grass-roots m…

Geopolitics

Indian-origin woman's partner arrested in Canada 7 months after her murder

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers covers global events with diverse perspectives. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timeliness in reportin…

Geopolitics

4.3-magnitude earthquake jolts Nashik; tremors cause cracks in houses

Times of India – World · India

Over the weekend, Nashik district experienced a mild earthquake along with aftershocks. Fortunately, district officials confirmed there were no casualties reco…

Geopolitics

Basant Meghwal makes history with silver at World Athletics U20 Championships

Times of India – World · India

In a groundbreaking performance, Basant Kumar Meghwal elevated himself into the record books by winning a silver medal in the men's high jump, reaching a perso…

Geopolitics

‘I can’t imagine the pain’: Nadal’s emotional tribute to Messi after father’s death

Times of India – World · India

An outpouring of sympathy enveloped the sports world following the death of Jorge Messi, father of football legend Lionel Messi, at 68 due to a prolonged illne…

Geopolitics

Pentagon asks defence firms to ramp up weapons production as Iran war drains stockpile

Times of India – World · India

- Ayush Pandey is a journalist at *The Times of India*, covering breaking news, politics, defense, and policy developments globally. - He focuses on election…

Geopolitics

‘I felt like ‌we weren’t going to survive’: how Thai school shooting unfolded

South China Morning Post – World · China

When a shot rang out at the Debsirin Nonthaburi School on the outskirts of Bangkok on Friday morning, 14-year-old Khim and her classmates peered over a balcony…

Geopolitics

Helicopter crash kills pilot and crew member amid Utah wildfire battle

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Utah wildfire suppression efforts continued, with containment standing at 24 percent.

Geopolitics

Northern Metropolis can ‘diversify’ housing for young Hongkongers: John Lee

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis will provide an opportunity to diversify the housing ladder for young people, the city’s leader has said, while also pledging t…

Geopolitics

How a schoolteacher's son became Kashmir's first India Test cricketer

BBC News – World · Europe

Auqib Nabi becomes Jammu and Kashmir's first cricketer to get India Test call-up, inspiring millions.

Geopolitics

‘Not enough air traffic controllers’: safety concerns at Sydney airport after Jetstar and Qatar planes involved in near-miss

The Guardian – World · Europe

Planes narrowly avoid collision on tarmac with Jetstar A320 forced to ‘brake firmly’ as Qatar Boeing 777 towed into its pathFollow our Australia news live blog…

Geopolitics

UP BJP MLA alleges daughter duped into marriage with conman who ‘married 25 women’

Times of India – World · India

A Uttar Pradesh MLA has filed a complaint alleging his daughter married a conman. The conman, Anuj Trivedi, and his son Prakhar Trivedi were arrested by polic…

Geopolitics

Lionel Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68

The Hindu – World · India

Jorge Messi was his son's first coach in Argentina and his sole companion when he first moved to Barcelona as a child, before later becoming his agent

Geopolitics

'Critical' no more? Iran shares surprise video of Mojtaba Khamenei

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team delivers global news with expertise and passion, covering diverse international events. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timely re…

Startups

Turning battery waste into strategic resources: The next opportunity for Indian industry

Your Story · India

As EV adoption accelerates, end-of-life batteries are emerging as a strategic source of critical minerals. Building a robust battery recycling ecosystem will b…

Startups

Art festival at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath celebrates creativity from across India

Your Story · India

In this photo essay, we feature more highlights from the Namma Art Bengaluru festival, along with curator insights.

Geopolitics

Pilots of helicopter that crashed while fighting Utah wildfire confirmed dead, officials say

The Guardian – World · Europe

Officials did not identify the pilots but said they were employed by Helicopter Transport Services, which was contracted by US Forest ServiceTwo helicopter pil…

Geopolitics

India’s markets have strong domestic cushion, but global risks loom: Sebi

Times of India – World · India

India's economy is poised for substantial growth in 2026-27, driven by strong domestic demand and increased government spending. While this positive outlook is…

Geopolitics

Strait of Hormuz standoff: What conditions have US, Iran set to reopen waterway

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. - Focuses on elect…

Geopolitics

The Stateless Kings: How Chess preserves an ideal in a fractured world

Times of India – World · India

Aarav Dengla traces the journeys of chess players caught between their game and the politics of their countries. From Viktor Korchnoi’s defection from the Sovi…

Startups

Data, AI, energy: test your business creativity with Edition 244 of our weekly quiz!

Your Story · India

This insightful feature from YourStory tests and strengthens your business acumen! Here are 5 questions to kick off this 244th quiz. Ready?

Geopolitics

Canada: British Columbia declares emergency as fires spread

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

More than 20,000 people have been forced from their homes by out-of-control wildfires in Canada's British Columbia, where 105 blazes are currently burning.

Geopolitics

Thailand school shooting toll rises to nine after 12-year-old dies, police say

The Guardian – World · Europe

Teenage girl treated in hospital after Friday’s school shooting has died, police sayThe death toll from a school shooting in Thailand rose to nine on Saturday,…

Geopolitics

Watch: De Paul scores stunner, reveals Messi’s No. 10 jersey in emotional tribute

Times of India – World · India

Rodrigo De Paul scored Inter Miami's opening goal with a spectacular long-range strike. He then revealed Lionel Messi's iconic number ten jersey beneath his ow…

Geopolitics

Is China’s party newspaper carrying more stories highlighting women’s role as mothers?

South China Morning Post – World · China

“Women hold up half the sky.” This iconic quote attributed to Mao Zedong has been central to Beijing’s messaging about gender equality for decades. It was not …

Geopolitics

Climate crisis leaves Malaysia with hot-headed youth

South China Morning Post – World · China

Young Malaysians are reporting worsening illnesses, heat-related health problems and disruptions to basic services as climate change intensifies, raising quest…

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