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Tech & Startups

Is This Poker Player Bluffing? The AI Thinks So

Wired · Global

ESPN unveiled an “AI tells detection” tool during broadcasts of the 2026 World Series of Poker. Is it a neat computer-powered party trick, or a real threat to …

Startups

VC funding in July rises 29% YoY but declines sharply from June

Your Story · India

Venture capital funding into Indian startups remained relatively modest in July 2026 as the absence of large-value deals is dampening the momentum.

Geopolitics

'Sadhu-saint not involved': CM Yogi on Ram Mandir donation theft case

Times of India – World · India

Addressing reporters, CM Yogi said said the initial SIT report had not found any involvement of religious figures in the alleged theft of offerings made at the…

Geopolitics

Guatemala volcano eruption sends lava spewing into the air

BBC News – World · Europe

The Fuego stratovolcano is one of the most active in Central America and popular with hikers.

Geopolitics

‘One last chance’: The times Trump threatened Iran, said deal imminent

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US president has claimed Iran 'desperate' to do a deal or given Tehran 'last chance' on multiple occasions.

General

East Asia is baking in ‘cruelly hot’ summer

NBC News – World · US

A deadly heat wave is gripping large parts of East Asia, bringing the hottest temperature on record in South Korea and complicating earthquake recovery efforts…

Geopolitics

Calls for UK bank tax to fund cost of living help as HSBC profits hit £7.5bn

The Guardian – World · Europe

Levy could raise £19bn to help pay for Andy Burnham’s support for those struggling with bills, say campaignersBusiness live – latest updatesCampaigners have re…

Tech & Startups

How One Startup Built a (Mostly) China-Free Robot

Wired · Global

Ati Robotics assembles its robots in India and uses just a few Chinese parts—a strategy that could pay off as the Trump administration cracks down on Chinese h…

General

Mourners hold a mass funeral for 112 recovered bodies in Gaza

NBC News – World · US

Mourners in Gaza held a mass funeral for 112 recovered bodies of Palestinians killed during Israeli airstrikes in 2023.

Geopolitics

Italy suspends free movement with Spain: Is Schengen in crisis after Ceuta?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Italy's move to halt border-free travel with Spain after the deadly crossing is political, not practical, analysts say.

Geopolitics

Former Ukrainian top commander sees no prospect of Kyiv joining NATO

The Hindu – World · India

"Impossible with the level of ‌development that the Armed Forces of Ukraine have … ​to join an organisation guided by World War II doctrines"

Geopolitics

Why Trump Media's sale of fast access to market-moving social posts is controversial

BBC News – World · Europe

Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) has set up a paid service to give Wall Street firms access to Truth Social's most influential accounts.

Geopolitics

Has a Chinese physical AI start-up manipulated a global ranking to beat Nvidia?

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Chinese physical AI start-up’s brief claim to global dominance in robotics has run into controversy, underscoring the intense US-China competition to develop…

Tech & Startups

‘Everyone Is Doing It’: The Truth About AI in Hollywood

Wired · Global

Puck’s Matthew Belloni says AI has quietly become part of everyday filmmaking. The battle now isn’t whether Hollywood will use the technology—it’s who controls…

Geopolitics

As France sees its first fire cloud, should India be worried?

Times of India – World · India

France witnessed its first pyrocumulonimbus fire cloud event in July 2026. This phenomenon occurs when intense wildfires create their own thunderstorms. Indi…

Geopolitics

South Korea’s Lee calls heatwave national disaster, deaths rise to 19

South China Morning Post – World · China

South Korea’s President Lee ‌Jae Myung urged on Tuesday authorities to step up support for people affected by a record heatwave in the country, calling it a na…

Geopolitics

From sugar subsidies to PLI schemes, here's what New Delhi is defending at WTO

Times of India – World · India

India currently defends nine trade disputes at the World Trade Organization. The government has spent approximately Rs 2.43 crore on legal services for these …

Geopolitics

Offside move? Why Indonesia’s football chief backed Fifa privatisation plan

South China Morning Post – World · China

When Fifa president Gianni Infantino pushed a plan to bring private investors into a new commercial entity tied to the World Cup, critics warned it risked sell…

Geopolitics

Abandoned Chinese baby adopted by Swedish couple makes emotional return decades later

South China Morning Post – World · China

A woman from eastern China, abandoned at birth, has returned with her Swedish adoptive parents to reunite with her birth family after 23 years. Known as Lisa i…

Geopolitics

Haryana wins medals, Gujarat wins projects: Hooda's swipe over CWG 2030 host pick

Times of India – World · India

Congress MP Deepender Hooda proposed Haryana as host for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. He highlighted Haryana's significant contribution to India's medal tally …

Geopolitics

Four dangerous fish bacteria found in Brazil; one jumps to new host

Times of India – World · India

For the first time, Brazil faces a significant challenge as bacteria previously exclusive to Asia and the USA have been identified within its borders. These ba…

Geopolitics

'India in a tough position': Ex-cricketer sounds WTC qualification warning

Times of India – World · India

India's World Test Championship final hopes depend on the Sri Lanka series. A 2-0 loss would significantly hinder qualification prospects for the Indian team. …

Geopolitics

Deadly landslide hits Ethiopia mountain monastery during prayer service

BBC News – World · Europe

It sent rocks and earth crashing on to those praying at an overnight service, the authorities say.

Geopolitics

Palestinian patients return to Gaza as thousands still await evacuation

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Palestinian patients returned to Gaza after receiving medical treatment abroad, reuniting after years of separation.

Geopolitics

Is China’s DF-17 hypersonic glider ready to strike from anywhere at any time?

South China Morning Post – World · China

A documentary broadcast on China’s state television has revealed details of test launches involving the world’s first operational hypersonic glide weapon syste…

Geopolitics

Michigan votes in key Senate primary as Democrats battle over party’s future

The Guardian – World · Europe

Progressive Abdul El-Sayed leads in polls against centrist Haley Stevens as party looks to regain control of US SenateThe Democratic party faces a crucial test…

Geopolitics

White elephant in the room: Colombia swears in costumed anti-corruption activist as senator

The Guardian – World · Europe

Luis Carlos Rúa revealed himself to be Elefante blanco just three days before election for ‘his own safety’. Now he is tackling graft from senate floorWhen 102…

Entrepreneurship

A CEO Went All In on AI. His Pricing Decisions Still Took 3 Weeks, and That Was the Problem

Inc. · Global

Buying AI tools is easy. The harder part is acting on the insights when strategy, pricing, and accountability still wait for sign-offs.

Entrepreneurship

This Is the Worst Leadership Habit Spreading Through Business Right Now

Inc. · Global

Anger is the new management shortcut. Smart leaders should avoid it.

Entrepreneurship

The Companies Getting Returns From AI Aren’t Picking Better Models. They’re Asking These 3 Smart Questions First

Inc. · Global

PwC asked thousands of CEOs if AI is making them money. The results suggest that the tech itself is not the biggest variable.

Tech & Startups

How Data Centers Broke American Politics

Wired · Global

What the Unabomber, Steve Bannon’s tech guy, and Bernie Sanders taught me about the great data center backlash of 2026.

Geopolitics

Arrested Jaish suspect recced area near Bengal CM's residence, says official

Times of India – World · India

- Karan Manral is a journalist at The Times of India, covering politics, social issues, and international affairs. - He focuses on stories impacting people’s…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong civil servant charged with misconduct over bogus littering tickets issued to 5

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Hong Kong civil servant has been charged with misconduct in public office for allegedly issuing bogus fixed-penalty littering notices to five people, trigger…

Startups

Fintech platform GetVantage raises Rs 63 Cr in Series A1 round

Your Story · India

The B2B fintech firm for MSMEs will use the funding to scale its technology platform.

Startups

Why India pays highway builders even when roads stay empty

Your Story · India

India’s HAM protects highway developers from traffic risk, but land acquisition and funding delays continue to threaten projects.

Geopolitics

U.S. Sends Flight With Deportees to Venezuela for First Time Since Earthquakes

The New York Times – World · US

A plane with 147 Venezuelans landed on Monday in the South American country amid criticism over the deaths of deportees housed in a collapsed building during J…

Geopolitics

'Many friends yet to return': Patna students restart protest over NEET stir crackdown

Times of India – World · India

The demonstrators demanded immediate release of all students still in jail and the withdrawal of criminal cases registered against those arrested during the st…

Geopolitics

Bakery told to pay Rs 15,160 for selling expired Diet Coke tins to customer

Times of India – World · India

A Kerala consumer commission ordered a bakery to pay compensation for selling expired Diet Coke tins. The customer discovered the product was unfit for consump…

Geopolitics

Up to 80 Hong Kong-linked ships stuck around Strait of Hormuz, trade group says

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Hong Kong shipping industry body has estimated that as many as 80 of its members’ ships and 1,600 seafarers are stuck in or near the Strait of Hormuz, with t…

Geopolitics

Drone Explodes on Russian Beach, Killing 7, Officials Say

The New York Times – World · US

It was unclear what the drone was targeting and why it crashed in the crowded resort spot, but it has been a deadly summer for civilians caught up in the Russi…

Geopolitics

US primaries: What to watch in Kansas, Missouri, Virginia, Washington

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

From House battlegrounds to party fights and Trump's influence, here are the races to follow during Tuesday's primaries.

Geopolitics

Centre moves Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, proposes major reforms

Times of India – World · India

The government has unveiled a progressive bill introducing substantial tax reforms and incentives designed to stimulate investment and enhance the electronics …

Geopolitics

Russia Turns Ukraine’s Gas Stations From Social Hubs Into Deadly Targets

The New York Times – World · US

Drone attacks have hit hundreds of gas stations in apparent retaliation for Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil refineries.

Entrepreneurship

Science Says Chronic Stress Actually Changes Your Personality (and Not in a Good Way)

Inc. · Global

But not if you do a little cognitive reframing whenever you feel stressed.

Geopolitics

Japan proposes tougher income rules for permanent residency

South China Morning Post – World · China

Japan’s immigration agency on Tuesday proposed tougher requirements for granting permanent residency to foreigners, including requiring applicants to maintain …

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