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Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipGary Vaynerchuk Says Analog Is About to Explode. Here’s How to Win in the New Marketing Era
He calls it a barbell: push AI to its limit on one end, build unfakeable physical proof on the other.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipSoulCycle Once Had a Cult Following. One Decision Changed Everything
The company didn’t lose riders because the workout changed. It lost them when its actions conflicted with the identity customers had embraced.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipThis Is Where the Actual AI Bubble Is Hiding
Earnings estimates are outpacing valuations in the AI boom.
Source: Wired ·
Tech & StartupsHow Palestinians Are Building a Digital Archive That Can’t Be Erased
Distributed backups, cyber resilience, and a half-million records are preserving Palestinian history beyond any single building or border.
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsSmart glasses maker Even Realities hits $1B valuation with $150M funding led by Meituan, Tencent
Even Realities, an ex-Apple team building camera-free smart glasses, raised $150M from Meituan and Tencent at a $1B valuation.
Source: MIT Technology Review ·
AI / Deep TechSouth Korea’s hottest new bachelors are chip workers
Baek, a 35-year-old manager at the South Korean semiconductor titan SK Hynix, was enrolled in Sunoo, a matchmaking company based in Seoul, a year ago. In a move typical of anxious…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsLawmaker slams ‘unsatisfactory’ past bid to scrap 16-year probe against doctor
Hong Kong’s medical watchdog’s guilty verdict against a paediatrician over a case that left a boy permanently disabled more than 16 years ago has shown that its earlier argument f…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina dam collapse: hundreds evacuated after typhoon rains breach Guangxi reservoir
Floodwater breached a reservoir in southern China and threatened others, as heavy rain pounded the region, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of people in the area. Chinese author…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIndonesia deports 92 Chinese nationals, issues lifetime entry bans in anti-scam crackdown
Indonesia has deported 92 Chinese suspected scammers and barred them from the country for life in one of the biggest mass exercises in recent years. The Chinese nationals had been…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
Geopolitics74% of Hong Kong pupils get first-choice secondary school, match 2025 record
Seventy-four per cent of Primary Six pupils in Hong Kong were allocated their first-choice secondary school through the central allocation system, matching last year’s record – a …
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsPrecision hiring, AI readiness to define FY27 workforce landscape: report
India’s recruitment market is shifting towards precision hiring, prioritising AI literacy and specialised talent.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMexican fans proud despite World Cup exit
Mexican fans proud despite World Cup exit
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsIran Live Updates: Crowds Gather in Tehran for Ayatollah’s Funeral Procession
Tens of thousands of Iranians have viewed the casket of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was exalted by some and despised by others. He was killed four months ago at the start of the U…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsPrison clashes in Sri Lanka’s Negombo: At least 19 dead, 72 injured
Preliminary findings have revealed that the violence is believed to have erupted between a group allegedly supporting drug trafficking activities within the prison and another gro…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsMiddle East crisis live: Funeral procession for supreme leader Ali Khamenei begins in Iran
Millions join funeral procession in capital of Tehran to mourn Khamenei who was kiled in US-Israel airstrikes in FebruaryGuardian defence and security editor Dan Sabbagh has a sto…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsFarage warned his attack against ‘establishment’ over unregistered gifts could land him with harsher punishment – UK politics live
Reform UK leader claims he is victim of ‘hit job’ as parliamentary standards commissioner investigates £5m donation Good morning. Two weeks today (unless there is some news develo…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsFashion against fascism: When trademarks deter neo-Nazis
In Germany, where Nazi symbols and propaganda are tightly restricted by law, a new and creative strategy is being used to challenge far-right merchandise sellers: trademarks.
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Remember me?' Parvesh Verma fires back after Kejriwal’s 'who are you' jab at Nabin
Kejriwal's taunt prompted Parvesh Verma, who emerged as the BJP's giant slayer by defeating Kejriwal in the 2025 Assembly polls, to step into the verbal clash. "National President…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAt least 19 people killed in Sri Lanka prison clashes
More than 100 people wounded after violence broke out at prison in Negombo on Sunday and continued on Monday.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsZelenskyy calls for ‘strong decisions’ at Nato summit after Russia kills 11 in overnight strikes on Kyiv – Europe live
Ukraine’s president makes plea ahead of summit this week in Ankara after over 68 missiles and 350 drones hit capital cityUkraine’s foreign minister Andrii Sybiha urged Nato leader…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsNDA leaders allege 'mass irregularities' in Karnataka SIR; CM DK Shivakumar hits back
NDA leaders lodged a formal complaint with Karnataka's Chief Electoral Officer, alleging widespread irregularities in the ongoing electoral roll revision. They claim officials are…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics19 killed, hundreds wounded after clashes break out in Sri Lankan prison
Tragic violence at Sri Lanka's Negombo prison has claimed 19 lives and injured 72, including security personnel. Clashes between rival inmate groups, reportedly over drug traffick…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsImpeachment trial of Philippines VP Sara Duterte begins
Impeachment trial of Philippines VP Sara Duterte begins
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMoment Israeli soldier hurls stun grenade into Palestinians’ car
Security camera video appears to show an Israeli soldier throwing a stun grenade into a car carrying young Palestinians.
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsSuzuki-backed Next Bharat Ventures announces Rs 2,000 Cr impact fund
The second fund will mostly come from Suzuki Motor Corporation as the anchor LP but there will be other money which will also be raised from other corporations from Japan, Next Bh…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsIsraeli command system identified 850,000 targets in Gaza and Lebanon wars, says supplier
Elbit Systems supplied Tzayad digital army programme to map people, vehicles and other objects in real timeIsrael identified about 1,000 potential targets a day during the first t…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsChina tests long-range missile in South Pacific
Beijing carried out the launch in what is known as a nuclear-free zone due to a longstanding treaty against testing nuclear missiles in the area.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsSuper Typhoon Bavi makes landfall on US Pacific islands
Local authorities on Rota, part of the Northern Mariana Islands, say they have received reports of 'major damages'.
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsNaukri launches an AI recruitment platform in India for smarter hiring
Naukri launches AI recruitment platform in India, introducing AI-powered tools to help recruiters hire faster and job seekers find better opportunities.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsNuclear power push: India eyes uranium supply pact with Australia during PM Modi’s visit
Australia, which has nearly one-third of the world's known uranium reserves, signed a framework agreement with India over a decade ago. The two countries are also likely to finali…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsChina Test Fires Long-Range Ballistic Missile in the Pacific
China’s firing of a submarine-launched missile came as Australia secured more defense deals with Pacific Island nations. Countries expressed concern about the test.
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsThailand changes entry rules for Indians: Cash requirement, visa, TDAC: Full checklist
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Indian tourists traveling to Thailand must now show proof of funds (₹58,000 in cash) and other documents, including h…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsChina tests long-range missile in South Pacific in move Australia condemns as ‘destabilising to region’
Launch comes just hours after Australia and Fiji sign defence agreement as expert says timing not a coincidenceChina has conducted a long-range missile test in the South Pacific j…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsPortugal vs Spain: World Cup last 16 – Ronaldo, Yamal, start and prediction
Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal face Lamine Yamal-powered Spain in an Iberian football derby in the World Cup round of 16.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy heat waves heighten the risk of blackouts
When extreme heat hits, people turn to AC, but what if the grid fails? From France to the US, heat waves are pushing power systems to the limit, raising blackout risks and energy …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
Geopolitics‘Goodbye and thank you’: Hong Kong’s old Kai Tak Airport closes - SCMP archive
This article was first published on July 6, 1998. Roger, over and out, Kai Tak by Rachel Clarke The lights were turned out at Kai Tak at 1.16 this morning, marking the end of the …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
Geopolitics6 killed in Mumbai building collapse as monsoon rains batter India
Six people including five children were killed when a building collapsed in Mumbai, officials said on Monday, as monsoon rains pounded India’s financial capital, flooding roads an…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsRussia strikes Kyiv with 68 missiles, 351 drones; 11 killed ahead of Nato summit
A devastating overnight Russian missile and drone barrage claimed at least 11 lives and injured over 60 in Kyiv and its surroundings. Residential areas bore the brunt, with buildi…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsChinese Tianwen-2 space probe reaches asteroid for sampling
After a yearlong flight of a billion kilometers, a Chinese space probe is set to take samples from an asteroid. The mission is part of what President Xi Jinping calls the country'…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsMeet the US plant enthusiast giving dying plants a second life
A young girl named Adelynn is gaining national attention for her mission to rescue and revive dying plants. In a viral video, she visited Tractor Supply with $20 to buy ailing pla…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsAgnipath scheme review: Armed forces reportedly propose big jump in Agniveer retention
The Indian Armed Forces are reportedly reviewing the Agnipath recruitment scheme and have proposed increasing the permanent retention of Agniveers after their four-year tenure. Th…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsChild protection services contacted before four-year-old’s alleged murder as police investigate cannibalism claim
Police charge woman with murder after boy’s body was found in a Central Coast home on SaturdayGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe New South Wales depart…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsThe words that shook the world
Written to justify the American colonies’ break from Britain, Declaration of Independence has inspired revolutions, independence movements and the modern human rights framework; i…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsCan India's new rural jobs scheme deliver? VB-G-RAM-G may mount fiscal pressure on states
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver current and comprehensive news worldwide. • The team has an unwavering com…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsMillions join funeral procession for Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei
Crowds swelled through Tehran as mourners dressed in black carried flags proclaiming: ‘We will rise’A crowd of millions assembled on Monday for the funeral procession of Iran’s as…
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