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Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump reports $2.3 billion income, India deals yield over $10 million
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • President Trump reported earning at least $2.3 billion from his assets in 2024, including $1.4 billion from his …
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsBreakaway Catholic group SSPX risks schism with Rome
An ultra-traditionalist Catholic group has consecrated bishops without papal consent, risking a rupture with the church. The pope had begged it to reconsider its plan.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsThailand’s suitcase murder raises safety fears as Pattaya mourns for teen victim
Just days after she last saw a girl, known to her friends as Cake, on Pattaya Beach, Ning began to realise the unfolding horrors that shocked Thailand. Ning said she regularly saw…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsStarmer to take PMQs as he faces backlash over ‘poisoned chalice’ defence investment plan – UK politics live
Concerns that plan is not properly funded and will take cash from much-needed road projectsMinister and MP ‘furious’ over cuts to road projects to fund defence planRobyn Vinter is…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
Geopolitics‘More space, better service’: Hongkongers flock to mainland for July 1 holiday
Hongkongers poured across the border on Wednesday for a wider range of dining, shopping and family leisure options, seeking a short getaway on the public holiday marking the 29th …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsIreland set to take presidency of EU in Dublin opening ceremony – Europe live
Ireland’s tasks at helm of bloc include helping navigate talks on fresh Russia sanctions, and Ukraine and Moldova accessionUkraine’s Zelenskyy is expected to land in Dublin shortl…
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsDovetail Capital raises Rs 100 Cr from Elev8 Venture Partners
Dovetail Capital will use the fresh capital to expand its global business as demand grows for independent financial infrastructure serving cross-border investors.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsPolice raid German Football Association over alleged misappropriation of Euro 2024 tickets. Follow DW live
Police have raided DFB offices and city halls in a probe into the alleged misappropriation of Euro 2024 tickets. Meanwhile, Germany’s coalition leaders are meeting to hammer out a…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUS-Iran negotiations: What’s the latest?
Iranian officials are expected in Doha for talks with Qatari mediators, a day after US negotiators arrived there.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsRescuers race to reach survivors in Venezuela
"I'm still begging for people to help me get him out."
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsCourt orders new battery for faulty EV scooter, awards Rs 15K compensation
A district consumer commission has ordered Okinawa Scooters and its dealers to replace a defective electric scooter battery and speedometer free of charge. The directive comes aft…
Source: Wired ·
Tech & Startups7 Lesser-Known Google Account Settings You Should Change
Adjust your options for things like account recovery, ad personalization, and which parts of your Google profile are shared publicly.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipIf Sleepmaxxing Isn’t Working, Your Brain May Be Keeping You Awake—Here’s the Fix
Tried every sleep hack and still exhausted? Science reveals why sleepmaxxing fails for many—and the simple psychological shifts that can finally help you sleep.
Source: Wired ·
Tech & StartupsSpace Lasers Show How Venezuela’s Earthquakes Reshaped the Earth’s Crust
New satellite imagery reveals how much terrain has shifted in the wake of the twin quakes.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsOwaisi targets BJP, RSS over Ram Mandir donation theft: 'Champat is having fun'
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver current and comprehensive news updates globally. • The team is committed t…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsFIFA World Cup: Wednesday schedule, predictions and bracket update
England, Argentina and Belgium chase Round of 16 spots as Cape Verde eyes historic upset.
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsNetanyahu says Israel’s pursuit of ‘total victory’ against Iran ‘never ends’
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel's pursuit of "total victory" against Iran and its proxie…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsMiddle East updates: Iran, US to attend talks in Qatar
Representatives from both countries will hold indirect meetings in Doha to discuss the next steps of the deal that would end the war between them. Follow DW for all the updates.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsTrump official says White House will fight birthright citizenship decision
A White House adviser told Al Jazeera the Trump administration will continue ‘fighting’ to end birthright citizenship.
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Sham SIT and bogus FIR': Kejriwal claims real culprits of Ram Mandir donation scam being shielded
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The Times of India's (TOI) news desk operates 24/7 to deliver current and comprehensive news. • The team is dedicated…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsFIFA World Cup: Mexico become first team since Italy in 1990 to ...
Mexico have achieved a historic feat at the FIFA World Cup 2026, becoming the first team since 1990 to win their opening four matches without conceding a goal. A 2-0 victory over …
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'HC went beyond ... ': Vijay-led TN govt moves SC challenging cow slaughter ban even on Bakrid
Tamil Nadu's government has approached the Supreme Court, challenging the Madras high court's order for a complete ban on cow slaughter. The state argues the high court exceeded i…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela's twin earthquakes: Unprecedented struggles for survival amid crisis
Nearly a week after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela, the country continues to grapple with mounting devastation
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsBrain, heart, lungs missing: Indian sailor dies in Venezuela, family says major organs removed
A shocking discovery has emerged regarding the death of Indian seafarer Rakesh Chauhan in Venezuela. His body, returned to India without vital organs and with extensive prior stit…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsCall to suspend new EU border system in peak holiday period as planes leave half full
Airlines and airports say passengers are struggling in queues of up to five hours for biometric checksAirlines and airports have called for the new EU biometric border check syste…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsDelhi EV Policy 2026: Financial incentives, digital transparency and key changes explained
Delhi has officially launched its Electric Vehicles Policy 2026, effective July 1, 2026, aiming to boost EV adoption and improve air quality until March 2030. The policy offers si…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsDemocratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado House primary
The race was called by multiple media outlets with 78% of the vote counted, with Ms. Kiros carrying a nearly 7,000-vote lead over Ms. DeGette
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsU.S. removes four Indian companies from Russia-related sanctions list
The companies have been deleted from the Office of Foreign Assets Control's (OFAC) Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN) List
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsThe Lebanon-Israel agreement is paving the way for the next war
And the agreement has ensured that Lebanon will be blamed for it.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsSpain records more than 1,000 heat-related June deaths
The figure was more than double the 407 deaths that were attributed to heat in June 2025, Spain's hottest June since records started being kept, according to the national weather …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsRSC casts Sharon D Clarke as black lesbian Othello in reimagining of play
Three-time Olivier winner to play general viewed through ‘urgent new lens’ of misogynoir in futuristic productionThe Royal Shakespeare Company has cast Sharon D Clarke as a black …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHimalayan pass reopens as ‘goodwill’ gesture in China-India thaw
China and India resumed cross-border trade through the Lipulekh Pass in the Himalayas last week in the latest sign of a cautious rapprochement between the two countries. The reope…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
Geopolitics‘Life-saving’ drug for people with opioid dependency to be pulled from Australia by end of year
Exclusive: Fears that US companies may withdraw more medicines as global markets react to policy changes by the Trump administrationGet our breaking news email, free app or daily …
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsPakistan says it intercepted four drones fired from Afghanistan
Afghan defence ministry says it carried out 'air strikes' in Pakistan's Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsHow the US shaped the world: 250 years of power and policies
The United States declared its independence from Britain 250 years ago. Here's how the US's relations with other nations — and its global image — have changed since.
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsOla Electric doubles QoQ growth in Q1 FY27; registers 16,144 vehicles in June
Ola Electric registered 16,144 vehicles in June, its highest monthly registration figure in recent quarters.
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'For 12 days, in 45°C heat': TMC MP Sagarika Ghose to join CJP protest at Jantar Mantar today
Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The Times of India's (TOI) news desk operates around the clock to deliver current and comprehensive news. • The team is …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHongkongers snap up July 1 freebies and discounts with gusto
Hongkongers took full advantage of perks and discounts offered at restaurants, shops, transport and museums to celebrate the 29th anniversary of the city’s return to Chinese sover…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsMinister and MP ‘furious’ over cuts to road projects to fund defence plan
Robert Jenrick and Hamish Falconer, MPs for Newark and Lincoln, among those whose constituencies now face cutsUK politics live – latest updatesThe Labour minister Hamish Falconer …
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAfrica can finally mine, beneficiate and industrialise on its own terms
From Kenya to Ghana to Mali, governments are insisting their minerals be processed at home before they leave.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsSingapore seizes US$42.4 million bungalow linked to Nvidia chip fraud
Singapore authorities have seized a so-called Good Class Bungalow (GCB) valued at around S$55 million (US$42.4 million) and around S$1 million (US$770,000) of funds in connection …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsSingapore telecoms company slashes CEO’s salary over outages
The chief executive of Singapore’s largest and oldest telecommunications company took a pay cut last year despite the company posting a sharp rise in profits, after a series of ne…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsLawmaker William Wong arrested over alleged drink-driving crash at CUHK campus
Hong Kong lawmaker William Wong Kam-fai has been arrested on suspicion of drink-driving, careless driving and failing to stop and report an accident, after allegedly crashing his …
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsGermany saves forest from mining, US opens land to drilling
Germans have won a fight to keep a coal mine out of an ancient forest. In the US, the government is opening protected lands for drilling and development.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsQinghai-Tibet railway, world’s highest, begins operation in 2006 – SCMP archive
This article was originally published on July 2, 2006 ‘Sky trains’ begin first run to roof of the world by Shi Jiangtao The first train from Beijing to Lhasa on the world’s highes…
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