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Geopolitics

ECB official warns climate crisis poses growing threat to ‘core financial stability’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Exclusive: As wildfires rage, Frank Elderson says more work needed to assess risk from collapse of ecosystem servicesA senior policymaker at the European Centr…

Geopolitics

Taiwan’s political parties deadlocked over efforts to boost military drone capacity

South China Morning Post – World · China

A political row is threatening to undermine Taiwan’s efforts to increase its stockpiles of military drones and has raised questions about the future of its dom…

Geopolitics

France, Italy tighten borders after 60,000 migrants enter Spain’s Ceuta

South China Morning Post – World · China

France and Italy bolstered border controls on Saturday after about 60,000 people crossed into Spain’s enclave in North Africa, sparking one of the largest migr…

Geopolitics

Peru’s ex-president Humala released after conviction overturned

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Humala and his wife were sentenced to 15 years last year after being convicted of money laundering.

Geopolitics

Singapore bans Massive Attack for showing Palestinian flag, breaching ban on foreign emblems

The Guardian – World · Europe

Two members given ‘stern warnings’ after concert and barred from returning, with band also excluded from performing in Singapore again, say authoritiesBritish …

Geopolitics

Evidence Indicates U.S. Dropped Bomb on Residential Area in Iran, Killing 3 Civilians

The New York Times – World · US

The weapon, one of the largest in the U.S.’s arsenal, struck a house in a heavily populated area, according to a Times analysis.

Geopolitics

No Pant, no Samson, no Abhishek: Ashwin's India squad for 2027 ODI World Cup

Times of India – World · India

Former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin shared his 2027 ODI World Cup squad selections. He categorized players into 'Yes', 'Maybe', and 'No' lists for the tournamen…

Geopolitics

Yemen’s Houthis deny plan to charge ships transiting Red Sea

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Houthis say Red Sea route remains free to use, pushing back on report of new shipping fees.

Geopolitics

Russia's overnight ballistic missile, drone attack on Ukraine's Kyiv kills 3

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 conflict, dip…

Geopolitics

Is Israel really ready to withdraw from Gaza?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Netanyahu faces political turmoil over Gaza disarmament plan tied to Israel's potential withdrawal from the enclave.

Geopolitics

Kerala rain havoc: 2 dead, several feared trapped as landslides, floods batter state

Times of India – World · India

Incessant heavy rainfall triggered landslides and flash floods across central Kerala on Saturday. At least two people died, and several others are feared trap…

Geopolitics

Liberia’s kush crisis: The hidden trade behind a generation at risk

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

As kush spreads across Liberia, families face the fallout while traffickers remain largely out of reach.

Geopolitics

'Same people who litter here, use dustbin abroad': Bombay HC on civic sense

Times of India – World · India

A bench of Justices G S Kulkarni and Aarti Sathe made the observations while hearing a batch of petitions over pollution, foul odour, gas emissions and health …

Geopolitics

Reeling from powerful earthquake that killed 34, Japan hit with 5.7 magnitude

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team provides global news and diverse perspectives 24/7. - Prioritizes accuracy, depth, and timeliness in international reporting. - Aim…

Geopolitics

Massive Attack barred from Singapore for unfurling Palestinian flag on stage

South China Morning Post – World · China

British trip-hop band Massive Attack has been barred from performing in Singapore after an investigation found two members unfurled a Palestinian flag during a…

Startups

Humour, passion, connection: Montreal Comiccon celebrates summer edition

Your Story · India

In this photo essay from Canada, we showcase the creativity of participants at this must-attend annual comics convention.

Geopolitics

'Brings back Asian Games memories': Neeraj on India's historic CWG javelin medals

Times of India – World · India

Neeraj Chopra secured a silver medal in the javelin throw at the Commonwealth Games. He shared the podium with fellow Indian Yashvir Singh, who won bronze. Y…

Geopolitics

Peru ex-President Ollanta Humala walks free after conviction quashed

The Hindu – World · India

Humala, 64, was the first Peruvian ex-leader to face trial in the Odebrecht corruption scandal, which has also tainted three other former presidents — Alejandr…

Geopolitics

'Buy $5-10 billion yen': Bessent's note hints at US plan to back Japan's currency

Times of India – World · India

The United States Treasury is reportedly considering buying Japanese yen. This move follows reports of potential intervention in the currency market. Japanese …

Geopolitics

Watch: Why Fifa dropped plans to sell stakes in the World Cup

BBC News – World · Europe

The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil explains why Gianni Infantino has backed down on his controversial investment proposal.

Geopolitics

'Abusing no crime': Dipke slams FIR against Noida woman, recalls UP CM video

Times of India – World · India

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke questioned an FIR against a woman for abusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He asked why similar action was not taken against BJP le…

Geopolitics

Thousands of Migrants Surge Into Ceuta from Morocco, Prompting Political Backlash

The New York Times – World · US

A sudden exodus of migrants from Morocco startled Spanish officials and drew heavy criticism from right-wing parties across the continent.

Geopolitics

9 killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine as Zelensky pushes Trump for Patriot missiles

South China Morning Post – World · China

Russian strikes on Ukraine’s capital killed at least nine people and wounded more than a dozen others, local officials said on Saturday, after Kyiv’s mayor war…

Geopolitics

SpaceX rocket to slam into Moon at 7 times speed of sound, leave fresh crater

Times of India – World · India

Space tracking expert Bill Gray estimates the rocket will hit the Moon at around 5,400 mph (8,700 kph) near Einstein Crater on the Moon's sunlit western edge. …

Geopolitics

Petrol prices on track to top $2 a litre as Bowen sounds death knell for fuel excise relief

The Guardian – World · Europe

Petrol now costs more than $1.90 a litre in every capital city, with diesel expected to exceed $2.40 a litreGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news…

Geopolitics

Peru's ex-president leaves jail after 15-year jail term for corruption overturned

BBC News – World · Europe

Ollanta Humala had been convicted of money laundering offences alongside his wife in 2025.

Geopolitics

'Sorry to entire nation, I'm just 15': Noida girl on 'abusing' PM Modi

Times of India – World · India

A Noida resident accused of abusing Prime Minister Modi posted an apology video claiming she is fifteen years old. She stated protesters influenced her remarks…

Geopolitics

Russian missile attack kills three in Ukraine’s Kyiv

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Residents trapped as partially collapsed building catches fire after deadly strike on Ukrainian capital.

Geopolitics

Did 75,000 Students Cheat on a College-Entrance Exam in Mexico?

The New York Times – World · US

The country’s largest public university is requiring all students who passed a demanding entrance exam to take a new test after experts found half of all appli…

Geopolitics

Japan’s ruling party MPs form group to protect US$2.1 billion trading card market

South China Morning Post – World · China

Lawmakers from Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) have launched a group aimed at promoting the rapidly growing trading card industry, seeing its pot…

Geopolitics

Going Dutch: why taste of Hong Kong-style milk tea is Black and White

South China Morning Post – World · China

A single canned ingredient imported from the Netherlands has quietly fuelled Hong Kong’s daily hustle for the past 85 years, evolving from a simple dairy produ…

Startups

Why India still imports apples; How Magic Bus is helping rural women

Your Story · India

If India is growing record quantities of apples, why is it importing more of them than ever? In other news, the Rural Livelihood Programme of Magic Bus India F…

Geopolitics

US makes visa bond rule permanent, raises cap to $20,000; Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan affected

Indian Express – World · India

- US makes visa bond program permanent for 50 countries, including Africa, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan. - Bond amounts raised to $20,000, with $10k and $20…

Geopolitics

US military says F-35B jet fighter crashes in California, pilot safe

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The jet went down on Friday near the Miramar airbase in San Diego.

Geopolitics

Justice department admits reflecting pool damage not caused by vandals as it moves to drop charges against Olympian – as it happened

The Guardian – World · Europe

This blog is now closed. You can read our latest story hereWhen asked by a reporter at Camp David about negotiations with Iran, Trump said the US would be “hit…

Geopolitics

Russian attacks on Kyiv kill 4, wound more than a dozen

The Hindu – World · India

More than 10 explosions were heard in a row, the journalists reported, adding that the intensity of the blasts triggered car alarms on the streets.

Geopolitics

Judoka Asmita Dey breaks down recalling late father after winning CWG gold

Times of India – World · India

Asmita Dey secured India's first judo gold medal at the Commonwealth Games. She defeated Canada's Heidi Quach in a dramatic women's 48kg final match. This vict…

Geopolitics

Commercial LPG prices cut by over Rs 200: Check 19-kg rates in Delhi, Kolkata

Times of India – World · India

Commercial Liquefied Petroleum Gas cylinder prices have been reduced effective August 1. A 19 kg cylinder in Kolkata saw a Rs 209 price cut. Delhi experience…

Geopolitics

Wife of international kabaddi player Sheelu Balhara dies by suicide

Times of India – World · India

Muskan Balhara, wife of international kabaddi player Sheelu Balhara, died by suicide Friday. Her family members are alleging harassment and staged a protest ou…

Geopolitics

Spain says most migrants return to Morocco after border rush kills 57

Times of India – World · India

Spanish authorities said 57 bodies had been recovered on the Spanish side of the border. Officials warned that the death toll could be higher as there may have…

Geopolitics

West Asia war LIVE: White House signals Trump is weighing new strikes on Iran

The Hindu – World · India

There were no U.S. strikes on Iran overnight, but Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard said on Friday (July 31, 2026) it had struck another two tankers in t…

Geopolitics

Negeri Sembilan votes as Malaysia’s political allies lock horns again

South China Morning Post – World · China

Voters in Malaysia’s Negeri Sembilan headed to the polls on Saturday, the second election in the past month as political allies governing the country locked ho…

Geopolitics

To reduce South China Sea friction, Beijing and Manila need it in writing

South China Morning Post – World · China

As the Philippines hosted Southeast Asian foreign ministers in late July, the sea would not stay quiet. On July 20, Chinese and Philippine crews fought beside …

Geopolitics

How Yashvir Singh's self-talk inspired a historic javelin bronze at CWG

Times of India – World · India

Yashvir Singh secured a historic bronze medal with a personal best throw. Neeraj Chopra won the silver medal with his season's best performance. Sri Lanka's Ru…

Geopolitics

Why has Infantino scrapped FIFA’s World Cup investment plan? What to know

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

How FIFA President Gianni Infantino was forced abandon his World Cup equity plan after seismic backlash across football.

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