Geopolitics
South Korea FA apologises over ‘sexual services’ allegations
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Football association apologises over claims relating to qualifiers for World Cup 2014 and the London 2012 Olympic Games.
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Geopolitics
South Korean football body apologises after report on referee sex scandal
South China Morning Post – World · China
South Korea’s national football association apologised on Saturday after a media report alleged it had provided “sexual services” to foreign referees when t…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong commerce chief to lead joint local and mainland delegation to Malaysia
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong’s commerce chief is set to lead a delegation of mainland Chinese and local firms to Malaysia next week, noting that about 200 enterprises from across…
Geopolitics
‘Should have been more’: PM Modi on number of girls among IIT Delhi medal winners
Times of India – World · India
- TOI News Desk is a dedicated team working 24/7 to deliver current and comprehensive news. - Committed to excellence, they provide breaking news, analysis, …
Geopolitics
UN warns Yemen at greatest risk of renewed major conflict since 2022 truce
South China Morning Post – World · China
Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis launched ballistic missiles and drones at displacement camps and residential neighbourhoods in the city of Marib on Friday, killin…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong temperatures exceed 38 degrees as Severe Typhoon Dolphin brings extreme heat
South China Morning Post – World · China
Temperatures exceeded 38 degrees Celsius (100 Fahrenheit) in parts of Hong Kong on Saturday as the city’s forecaster warned that extremely hot weather would pe…
Geopolitics
Why Travis Head doesn't see himself as a 'true' Test opener despite runs in Ashes?
Times of India – World · India
Travis Head shares insights on his role as a Test opener, acknowledging that he doesn't fit the conventional mold of an opening batter. His dynamic and aggress…
Geopolitics
Seven African nationals detained in Delhi for overstaying
The Hindu – World · India
Police from Pandav Nagar conducted discreet enquiries and verified records to trace seven foreign nationals whose immigration status needed verification
Geopolitics
US accused of meddling in British politics with $500,000 grant for ‘public education’ courses
The Guardian – World · Europe
Documents published on US embassy’s website prompt claims of attempt to export Maga propaganda to UKThe US embassy in London is offering grants of up to half a…
Geopolitics
Spanish mountain village braces for astrotourists lured by total solar eclipse
The Guardian – World · Europe
Somosierra will be prime spot to view celestial alignment on 12 August, an event that poses logistical challengesLittle stirs in the mountains above Somosierra…
Geopolitics
Rising number of UK children report seeing explicit deepfakes of themselves
The Guardian – World · Europe
Exclusive: anonymous flagging service says cases have surged, as watchdog says AI is making sexualised or ‘nudified’ content easier to produceChildren in the U…
Geopolitics
‘Path open’ for revival of CUHK student union – if it registers, Dennis Lo says
South China Morning Post – World · China
The president of the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has said “the path is open” for the revival of the institution’s main student union, so long as it …
Geopolitics
Pentagon revokes former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s access to classified information
The Hindu – World · India
The Pentagon has revoked former U.S. Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s access to classified information
Geopolitics
‘Honey-trapped’ IAF officer held for allegedly sharing classified defence data
Times of India – World · India
- Journalist at The Times of India with over two years of experience in digital news. - Specializes in foreign affairs and international politics. - Prefer…
Geopolitics
Iran hails Saudi-Pakistan-Turkey defence pact, calls for Muslim unity
Times of India – World · India
- Subhadra Srivastava is a journalist at *The Times of India*, specializing in geopolitics, international, and national affairs. - She focuses on global deve…
Geopolitics
Woman’s skeletal remains found in B'luru home; lived alone after son, husband died
Times of India – World · India
In a distressing incident, the skeletal remains of Dakshayini, a 57-year-old woman from Bengaluru, were discovered in her residence. Living independently and s…
Geopolitics
'I may not fit in, but I'll fight': Sarfaraz Khan's cryptic post goes viral
Times of India – World · India
Sarfaraz Khan's Test career faces uncertainty despite his strong first-class performance. He recently shared a cryptic message reflecting his current situation…
Geopolitics
Typhoon Dolphin hits Japan as China braces for coming storm
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
A typhoon is lashing Japan's south, causing injuries and blackouts. It is now headed for China, where ports have been closed in preparation.
Geopolitics
West Asia war LIVE: U.S. expects deal soon on Strait of Hormuz
The Hindu – World · India
Houthi rebels on August 7 claimed an attack on a military camp held by the Saudi-backed Yemeni government in Marib province, reportedly killing three
Geopolitics
U.S. expects deal soon on Strait of Hormuz; Sunni powers unite in defence pact
The Hindu – World · India
Washington anticipated an agreement soon between the two countries, which sit on either side of the strait, so that normal oil traffic could resume, a U.S. of…
Geopolitics
Child among three killed in Russian missile attacks near Kyiv
BBC News – World · Europe
Russia continued its overnight attacks after President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of Ukraine's dwindling supplies of missile interceptors.
Geopolitics
New Colombia President pledges robust fight against crime, fiscal austerity in maiden speech
The Hindu – World · India
De La Espriella’s election was part of a rightward shift rippling across Latin America
Geopolitics
Sick teen dies as ambulance gets stuck in mud for hours in J&K's Rajouri
Times of India – World · India
- Subhadra Srivastava is a journalist at *The Times of India*, specializing in geopolitics, international, and national affairs. - She focuses on global deve…
Geopolitics
NBA star Brandon Clarke died from heroin, cocaine effects, examiner rules
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke's May 11 death ruled accidental, with effects of heroin and cocaine cited.
Geopolitics
The night Belfast burned: how the Northern Ireland race riots unfolded
The Guardian – World · Europe
A horrific knife attack on a street in June sparked another summer’s night of racial violence, stoked by loyalist groups. How did the unrest erupt – and why do…
Geopolitics
Union calls for robust review of OBR over fears it holds back economic growth
The Guardian – World · Europe
TUC will urge John Healey to order ‘root and branch’ assessment of watchdog amid claims its forecasts downplay investment benefitsThe TUC is urging the new cha…
Geopolitics
Centre seeks Meta's action on deepfakes, awaits legal opinion on further steps
Times of India – World · India
- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver timely, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, the team verifies breakin…
Geopolitics
'To test their resolve': Putin could launch limited attack on Nato, US intel warns
Times of India – World · India
- Digital journalist at The Times of India with over two years of experience. - Specializes in foreign affairs and international politics. - Prefers precis…
Geopolitics
Germany debates reintroducing mandatory civilian service
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Social organizations are skeptical about the government's ideas for a civilian service program that youths could choose as an alternative should Germany reinst…
Geopolitics
Hundreds camp on sweltering Rome street amid tussle over squatted building
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
After a fire broke out, the building was cleared in what activists say was a politically motivated move.
Geopolitics
Mark Zuckerberg gave an update on ‘Meta's 4 am layoff email’ to employees
Times of India – World · India
Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg addressed the recent layoffs alongside substantial investments in artificial intelligence. Despite reporting impressive revenue grow…
Geopolitics
Bangladesh say Shakib will not play cricket again after Hasina event
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Shakib Al Hasan says he will return home to face trial if safety assured, but Bangladesh rule out cricket comeback.
Geopolitics
Violence is driving Palestinian Christians out of their Holy Land
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Palestinian Christians are facing violence and displacement across Gaza, Jerusalem and the occupied West Bank.
Geopolitics
'IPL is part of our plan': Coach McDonald explains Australia's strategy
Times of India – World · India
Australia's coach Andrew McDonald is committed to judiciously overseeing player availability during the IPL. With a jam-packed international calendar on the ho…
Geopolitics
Pellet Guns, Sticks and Tear Gas: How India’s Police Halted a Youth March
The New York Times – World · US
A New York Times analysis details the July 20 crackdown on unarmed protesters in New Delhi that has provoked public outrage and accusations of excessive force.
Geopolitics
Friday’s downpour in Delhi wasn’t just about rain; it was about what happened after
Times of India – World · India
Delhi has faced an unprecedented deluge at the start of August, marking the wettest beginning in sixteen years. As rain poured relentlessly, streets transforme…
Geopolitics
Shubman Gill unlikely to bat in warm-up game, on track for Galle Test
Times of India – World · India
Shubman Gill, the Indian captain, will miss the warm-up match following a finger injury he picked up during training just a day prior. To prioritise his readin…
Geopolitics
Women’s quota Bill: Rahul counters Rijiju, calls delimitation link ‘unnecessary’
Times of India – World · India
Union minister Kiren Rijiju has called upon Rahul Gandhi to lend his 'unconditional' support to the Women's Reservation Bill. This appeal came after Gandhi's c…
Geopolitics
FIFA’s Infantino backed in Colombia where he attends president inauguration
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
FIFA president Gianni Infantino gets South American football's backing while at Abelardo de la Espriella's inauguration.
Geopolitics
Typhoon Dolphin causes flight chaos in China, with Shanghai set to enter danger zone
South China Morning Post – World · China
Flights serving eastern China were disrupted on Saturday as Typhoon Dolphin approached the coast, with some services cancelled and airlines offering flexible r…
Geopolitics
‘I couldn’t breathe’: the deadly health burden of wildfire smoke
The Guardian – World · Europe
Scientists race to untangle complex links between exposure and mortality as fire weather grows more prevalentA thousand kilometres from the infernos gorging on…
Geopolitics
California may fine influencers who hide political campaign payments
Times of India – World · India
- Subhadra Srivastava is a journalist at The Times of India, covering geopolitics, international, and national affairs. - She has over three years of experie…
Geopolitics
India’s Kusha missile test signals step closer to self-reliance for air defence
South China Morning Post – World · China
India’s first test of its Kusha long-range surface-to-air missile system is seen as a milestone that could pave the way for New Delhi to bolster its home-grown…
Geopolitics
Man found with knife wounds in lift before another falls to death at same Hong Kong block
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong police are investigating after a man with multiple knife wounds was found in a lift at a public housing block in Wong Tai Sin, seven minutes before a…
Geopolitics
100% tariffs on India? US Senate clears Russia sanctions bill; 10 things to know
Times of India – World · India
The US Senate approved a bill allowing President Trump to impose tariffs on nations buying Russian energy. India could face up to 100% tariffs on its goods if …
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