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Geopolitics

Calls grow ‘to flunk’ Portugal’s education minister amid exam marking fiasco

The Guardian – World · Europe

Fernando Alexandre’s push to digitise marking process deemed a failure with some students and parents contemplating legal actionPressure is growing on Portugal…

Geopolitics

Fury as UK’s only all-female chess team promoted – then told they must recruit a man

The Guardian – World · Europe

She Plays to Win face losing one of their female players after being told team must include a maleThe UK’s only all-female chess team have been promoted to the…

Geopolitics

Brother of Pakistani gangster Uzair Baloch critically injured in shooting in Karachi

Indian Express – World · India

- Zubair Baloch, brother of gangster Uzair Baloch, was critically injured in a shooting in Karachi's Lyari, with two bystanders also wounded. Shooters fled aft…

Geopolitics

Trump announces deal for 'complete disarmament’ of Hamas

The Hindu – World · India

A member of the Hamas group’s negotiating team said the movement was making “concessions for the sake of our people in the Gaza Strip, to save them from killin…

Geopolitics

A Whale Gave Birth. A Drone Was There to Capture the Spectacle.

The New York Times – World · US

A wildlife photographer noticed a humpback whale displaying unusual behavior off Australia’s east coast, then something extraordinary happened.

Geopolitics

Friday briefing: Why attacks on hospitals from Ukraine to Lebanon now happen with impunity

The Guardian – World · Europe

In today’s newsletter: ​The legal protections once considered foundational ​in conflict are now routinely bypassed​,​ with healthcare personnel treated as legi…

Geopolitics

West Asia war LIVE: Pakistan says U.S.-Iran talks ongoing as foes trade attacks

The Hindu – World · India

Saudi Arabia said it had set up a maritime defence alliance of 14 regional countries to secure navigation around the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait.

Geopolitics

'I am sad, I couldn't be selected': 17-year-old woman cricketer dies by suicide

Times of India – World · India

According to police, Aditi Chaukhande was training as a cricketer along with her elder brother, Prabal, who is also an upcoming player. On Wednesday night, aft…

Geopolitics

BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla drops party name from X bio, fuels exit speculation

Times of India – World · India

Shehzad Poonawalla's X bio change has sparked rumors about his departure from the BJP. His updated profile omits any mention of the political party affiliation…

Geopolitics

Fifa says 'nobody selling football' as plan continues

BBC News – World · Europe

Football's governing body Fifa plans to continue the consultation process after Uefa threatens to boycott World Cups.

Geopolitics

Why India-based firm skiez travels among entities facing US sanctions over Iran’s Mahan Air

Indian Express – World · India

- US sanctions six entities, including India's Skiez Travels, for supporting Iran's Mahan Air linked to IRGC terrorist activities. - Mahan Air allegedly aids…

Geopolitics

Law firm drops court challenge over files seized in ‘crash-for-cash’ police probe

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Hong Kong law firm allegedly involved in a series of “crash-for-cash” scams has dropped a judicial challenge over the seizure of its confidential documents d…

Geopolitics

Ten climbers led by renowned Nepali mountaineer ‘missing’ on Pakistan peak

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Mountaineer Nirmal Purja among those feared missing after avalanche hit Broad Peak, Pakistan alpine club says.

Geopolitics

UK rapper Yung Filly found not guilty of raping woman after Australian show

BBC News – World · Europe

The YouTuber has been found guilty for two counts of assault over the 2024 incident in Perth.

Geopolitics

ITR filing deadline extension: Is July 31 the last date to file income tax return?

Times of India – World · India

A belated return can still be filed within nine months from the end of the relevant tax year. For the 2025-26 tax year, this means the return can be submitted …

Geopolitics

What could happen to Fifa if Uefa boycotts World Cup?

BBC News – World · Europe

It's been a seismic 48 hours for football after Uefa threatened to boycott the World Cup and Concacaf rejected Gianni Infantino's funding plan - what happens n…

Geopolitics

'Head of family PM Modi listens': Raghav Chadha hails 'historic' anti-paper leak Bill

Times of India – World · India

Raghav Chadha spoke in Rajya Sabha supporting the anti-paper leak Bill. He stressed institutional solutions are needed to resolve the crisis. The Bill introduc…

Geopolitics

'We don't have an MS Dhoni': Ex-England captain's blunt warning to Fleming

Times of India – World · India

Michael Vaughan believes Stephen Fleming should start immediately as England's Test coach. Fleming will delay his Test coaching duties until the South Africa t…

Geopolitics

HSBC to pull out of Australian retail banking market

The Guardian – World · Europe

London-based company to sell local loan portfolio to Blackstone but will continue private and institutional banking servicesFollow our Australia news live blog…

Geopolitics

Drones offer alternative to balloons for weather research

The Guardian – World · Europe

Pre-programmed flights gather data at different altitudes then return to bases to recharge and downloadWeather happens in the boundary layer, the atmosphere fr…

Tech & Startups

Alo Discount Code: Save on Activewear August 2026

Wired · Global

Refresh your workout wardrobe. Save on buttery-soft leggings, chic streetwear, and activewear essentials with verified Alo Yoga discount codes, free shipping, …

Tech & Startups

SelectBlinds Promo Codes & Coupons: Save on Custom Window Treatments

Wired · Global

Redecorate your home for less with our expert tips on applying SelectBlinds coupons, maximizing holiday sales, and locking in new customer discounts.

Geopolitics

Families sleep in cars after homes destroyed in Japan earthquake

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Residents in southwestern Japan have had to resort to sleeping in their cars for shelter, after a recent 6.8 magnitude.

Geopolitics

'My father was almost lynched': Families of injured cops during CJP protest speak out

Times of India – World · India

Daughter of a police officer described her father's near-lynching during the CJP protest. The wife of a Delhi Police ACP shared her husband's painful return h…

Geopolitics

Execution Nation

The New York Times – World · US

The United States is an outlier in the West. We look at why the country clings to the death penalty.

Geopolitics

British YouTuber Yung Filly acquitted of raping fan in Perth but could face retrial with jury hung on three charges

The Guardian – World · Europe

Andrés Felipe Valencia Barrientos found guilty of two counts of assault and not guilty of three of six counts of rapeA British musician and YouTube personality…

Geopolitics

‘Nobody from the Labor party has contacted me’ about $15bn CFMEU corruption claim, expert says

The Guardian – World · Europe

Geoffrey Watson criticises Victorian government as union administrator warns of ongoing criminality on construction sitesFollow our Australia news live blog fo…

Geopolitics

‘First somewhat optimistic day’ in France since fire outbreak says prefect

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Fire-ravaged southwestern France experienced its ‘first somewhat optimistic day’ since wildfires broke out.

Geopolitics

'Conditions not best for javelin throwers': Neeraj Chopra after reaching final

Times of India – World · India

Neeraj did enough to secure his place in the 12-man final with a best throw of 79.61m at Scotstoun Stadium. In the gold medal match, he will compete against de…

Geopolitics

Chinese data challenges US-Iran war claims; bamboo vs desertification: SCMP’s 7 highlights

South China Morning Post – World · China

We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and she…

Geopolitics

Iran holds funeral for Revolutionary Guard members reportedly killed in US

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Residents gathered in the northwestern Iranian for the funeral of IRGC members killed in what Iran says was a US strike.

Geopolitics

'Broke their bones, then filed FIRs': Rahul warns PM Modi, Shah to not 'threaten GenZ'

Times of India – World · India

Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Shah for actions against students. He alleged the government is silencing Generation Z through FI…

Geopolitics

Anthropic says Claude AI hacked three organisations during cyber tests

BBC News – World · Europe

It comes just days after rival OpenAI said rogue AI agents had breached other firms' networks.

Geopolitics

If Hamas disarmament plan holds, it could mark first credible step to ending Gaza war

BBC News – World · Europe

The plan - if successful - potentially removes the most significant obstacle to advancing the Trump-backed peace initiative in Gaza.

Geopolitics

‘Fear and anger’ drive parents to seek legal review of city’s custody of baby Danny

South China Morning Post – World · China

The parents of a Hong Kong infant are applying for a legal order to review welfare authorities’ decision to remove the child from their care, as they expressed…

Startups

Zepto to raise Rs 1,000 Cr in pre-IPO round at $4.5B valuation; public listing delayed

Your Story · India

The capital infusion is expected to be led primarily by domestic investors to raise Indian shareholding in the company, which currently stands at around 40%.

Geopolitics

Southern Lebanese towns near Beaufort Castle hit by Israeli strikes

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

IDF said it used 700 tonnes of explosives to destroy parts of a Hezbollah tunnel network in southern Lebanon.

Geopolitics

10 Climbers, Including Nims Purja, Missing After Avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan

The New York Times – World · US

Nirmal Purja, an influential mountaineer, was part of a group struck by an avalanche on Broad Peak, an alpine organization said. A search effort was being mobi…

Geopolitics

There’s a price tag on college life: How rent, food and other costs add up

Times of India – World · India

Pursuing higher education in Delhi incurs costs beyond tuition fees for students. Accommodation and daily living expenses significantly increase the overall fi…

Geopolitics

Death toll from Japan earthquake climbs to 34

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The magnitude 7.1 quake has killed 34 people and left six more seriously injured.

Geopolitics

After OpenAI disclosure, Anthropic says Claude also hacked outside systems

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The incidents have heightened concerns about AI agents, software products designed to perform tasks autonomously.

Geopolitics

A Ton of Space Junk Tumbles Unpredictably to Earth Every Week

The New York Times – World · US

Flaming chunks of metal crash into homes, farms and parking lots. Who’s to blame? And who pays for the damage?

Geopolitics

Political Turmoil Will Not Derail Killer Robot Program, Former Minister Says

The New York Times – World · US

The recently ousted Ukrainian defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, an advocate for drone and robot warfare, says Ukraine’s tech-heavy strategy will persist.

Geopolitics

What China’s hypersonic anti-ship missile fired from a smaller destroyer signals

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Type 052D destroyer fired a YJ-20 hypersonic anti-ship missile into the air, Chinese media footage showed, displaying capabilities that pose defence challeng…

Geopolitics

AOC 2028: Could the US elect its first female president? – podcast

The Guardian – World · Europe

Leftwing Democrats are having their moment in the sun, with Zohran Mamdani in New York, Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan and endless calls for Alexandria Ocasio-Cort…

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