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Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump says will still deliver July 4th speech after weather prompted evacuation of National Mall
Mr. Trump’s plans to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary of independence with a rally on the National Mall were complicated on Saturday (July 4, 2026) by severe storms that ga…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWhat did SCOTUS rule on birthright citizenship? | Explained
Why and how did U.S. President Donald Trump seek to limit birthright citizenship and what did the Supreme Court rule? Has this always been a political issue in the U.S.? What is t…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsFounder of prominent underground church released from prison in China
Ezra Jin, founder of Zion Church, lands in the US and reunites with family who are ‘overwhelmed with joy’The founder of one of China’s most prominent underground churches has been…
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy Iran is preparing thousands of extra graves as millions gather for Khamenei’s funeral
Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Iranian authorities prepare for possible mass casualties during Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral, planning for betwe…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsAung San Suu Kyi | A symbol of resistance
The junta, which has made some territorial gains in the civil war and held a farcical election to legitimise its coup, seeks international recognition, but it lacks what the NLD l…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsB'luru daycare horror: Whistleblower held; panel seeks live streaming at centres
Following alleged toddler abuse at a Bengaluru daycare, the Karnataka Commission for Protection of Child Rights will mandate CCTV cameras with live parental access at all centers.…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsHouses, SUVs & more: How lifestyles of Ram temple theft accused changed dramatically
An investigation into Ram Temple donations in Ayodhya has revealed a stark financial uplift among accused individuals, with some building homes and acquiring SUVs despite modest k…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHow to manage China’s rise as a civilisational power
The world has yet to truly understand how to deal with a rapidly rising China. Even within China, some of the most learned minds are surprised at how quickly the country has taken…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsSalah picks Messi over Ronaldo, Neymar and Kane for World Cup 'last dance'
Mohamed Salah has chosen Lionel Messi as his ideal “last dance” partner ahead of Egypt’s FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash with Argentina in Atlanta. The showdown marks their …
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsUS 250th Independence Day: Thunderstorms disrupt events
The US is celebrating its 250th birthday with a fireworks display and military flyovers in the capital. But an approaching thunderstorm prompted an evacuation in Washington, DC, a…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsGambhir's animated chat with Samson after Sooryavanshi's debut goes viral
Sanju Samson's omission from India's T20I against England, despite his World Cup heroics, has sparked debate. Head coach Gautam Gambhir, who previously lauded Samson as 'world-cla…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsHuge Crowds Mass in Tehran for Ayatollah’s State Funeral
As days of public mourning ceremonies began, Iranians viewed the casket of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed at the start of the U.S.-Israeli attacks.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy US and China are struggling to reach a consensus over future shape of relationship
China and the United States may have agreed to establish a “constructive” relationship characterised by “strategic stability” but deep-seated differences have left the future shap…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy Hong Kong students are heading to mainland China to intern
More Hong Kong students are turning to mainland China for summer internships as government and university schemes expand cross-border placements. Students said they were drawn by …
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsAxar Patel creates history, becomes first Indian spinner to...
Axar Patel has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first Indian spinner to bag 100 T20I wickets. The all-rounder reached the landmark during the second T20I against Englan…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChinese tourist-site performer portraying poet Li Bai offers advice to burned-out visitors
A young Chinese man is reviving China’s most famous poet Li Bai at a tourist site, and has become millions of visitors’ emotional outlet for burnout. Wang Haonan, 24, amasses more…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsWoman charged with murder after body of four-year-old boy found in Central Coast home
Police are investigating what happened to a boy who was found with significant arm injuriesFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free …
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsThis immigrant served in the US military. Now he faces deportation
Benito Miranda Hernandez completed three tours during the Iraq war but now faces removal from the US to Mexico.
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsUkraine hits major oil terminal 500 miles inside Russia, disputes Putin’s claim of capturing frontline town
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Ukraine struck a major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg overnight, targeting infrastructure that funds Russia's…
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipLawmakers Snap Up SpaceX Stock Days After $2 Trillion IPO
New financial disclosure statements reveal a congressman and the child of another lawmaker bought shares in Elon Musk’s company shortly after it went public last month. Other legi…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsWhite nationalists march on Washington DC ahead of Freedom 250 celebrations
Hundreds of masked white nationalists marched on Washington DC ahead of Freedom 250.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsAsean monitors: ‘simply theatre’ in Thai-Cambodian narrative war?
Asean military observers have now visited both sides of the Thai-Cambodian frontier, measuring damage and recording claims as Bangkok and Phnom Penh continue to trade allegations …
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIran war live: Huge crowds mourn Khamenei, Trump vows to hold fire
Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and members of his family were killed in a US-Israeli air strike in February.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsWhite nationalists march in Washington, DC, area during July 4 festivities
Donald Trump has faced condemnation for failing to forcefully reject white nationalists during his presidency.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump vows to deliver US 250th birthday speech despite storm threat
US President Donald Trump said on Saturday he would deliver a speech to mark the country’s 250th anniversary on the National Mall “no matter what”, as summer thunderstorms threate…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsPutin and Trump discuss Ukraine, Iran in US Independence Day call
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump discussed Ukraine and the coming Nato summit in Turkey in a phone call on Saturday. Putin congratulated Trump on the…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Sabse pehle maine ... ': Sooryavanshi's first reaction after getting India cap
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi etched his name in history, becoming India's youngest international cricketer at 15 years and 99 days, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's long-sta…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsTicket prices plunge for USA-Belgium World Cup last-16 match
The price for the final 2026 World Cup match in Seattle hit nearly $4,000 but dipped as low as $1,549 on Tuesday.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsCowboys, fighter jets and US Border Patrol - inside Trump's big recruitment drive
Space Force and Customs and Border Patrol are using a rodeo as a way to drive up recruitment numbers.
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Arey achcha toh chal raha hai': Suryakumar's response to India question goes viral
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI Sports Desk reports on various sports including cricket, football, tennis, badminton, hockey, and others. • Repor…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMbappe draws level with Messi as France beat Paraguay to set up Morocco tie
Kylian Mbappe moves level with Lionel Messi on seven goals at World Cup 2026 as France beat Paraguay 1-0 in last 16.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsPrince Harry Will Travel to London, but Without His Family
The prince’s wife, Meghan, and their children could still join him for other parts of his trip outside the capital, a person close to the family said.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsMoment of destiny for France's Le Pen in verdict to decide her future in presidential race
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen is appealing against a verdict which found her guilty of misusing EU funds.
Source: NBC News – World ·
GeneralInside Tehran as funeral for late Iranian supreme leader
NBC News’ Richard Engel is in Tehran where huge crowds are gathering for the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Our team was at the mosque where mourners w…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsInquiry report against Justice Varma will be tabled this session: Om Birla
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla confirmed the report on corruption charges against Justice Yashwant Varma will be presented in the monsoon session, despite his resignation. The House w…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsMonsoon to continue in 'active phase' over central India: IMD
Good news for monsoon-hit India! A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is set to boost rainfall across central and western regions for the next five days, significantly red…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsInside Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s big bash: a garden in the Garden
The groom wore a white tuxedo, the couple wrote their own vows and Stevie Nicks sang, according to guests at Friday’s star-studded wedding of megastars Taylor Swift and Travis Kel…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsGovt sends notice to Telegram over pirated films, shows
Authorities have issued a stern notice to Telegram, demanding proactive measures against the rampant circulation of pirated films and shows. The government insists the messaging a…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsCow corner: cricket match abandoned after runaway bull stops play
Match at Burnopfield near Newcastle called off after 800kg young bull escaped from farm and stormed playing fieldA cricket match had to be abandoned after a runaway bull stormed t…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUS influence challenged by changing global order: Paolo von Schirach
US influence challenged by changing global order: Paolo von Schirach
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina offers sea cable detection tech to clients in Middle East, Europe and Asia
China plans to export powerful robots capable of locating marine cables buried under the seabed to regions including “Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Europe”, according to the…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsFuneral of Iran's former supreme leader 'intensely political moment'
Authorities expect up to 20 million people to attend ceremonies across Iran and Iraq over the coming days.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsDenmark’s century-old Fourth of July party looks different this year.
Overshadowed by President Trump’s threats to seize Greenland, a Danish territory, the event removed U.S. officials from the program and saw protests arrive.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsCanada Has a New Obsession: Soccer
A surprising World Cup run ended on Saturday against Morocco, but the Canadian successes, as a team and a host, are likely to endure.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsMonsoon session from July 20, govt hopes to push key bills in Parliament
The government aims to reintroduce its ambitious women's reservation bill in the upcoming monsoon session after a previous defeat. Speaker Om Birla's decision on defecting MPs cou…
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