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Geopolitics

Middle East war: Multiple dead in US-Saudi strikes in Iraq; Iran hits Hormuz ships

Times of India – World · India

United States and Saudi Arabia launched joint strikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq. Iran claimed to have intercepted oil tankers and fired missiles at US inst…

Geopolitics

Pentagon official hails ‘stronger’ military ties with PLA at anniversary event

South China Morning Post – World · China

A senior Pentagon official on Tuesday said US-China military communication was “stronger than it has been in years”, marking a rare bright spot in the broader …

Entrepreneurship

At Costco, Loss Leaders Are an Art Form. This One Is the Best Yet

Inc. · Global

Gas prices are up 45 percent since January. Here’s why that’s good for Costco.

Geopolitics

India's cities need $2.4 trillion by 2050, but where will the money come from

Times of India – World · India

Indian cities need $2.4 trillion by 2050 for climate resilience and low-carbon development. Municipal corporations face significant revenue and capital access …

Geopolitics

Venezuela earthquakes: Death toll rises to 1,700; La Guaira port now ‘operational’

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. military said it is using the port to deliver critically needed supplies and equipment to Venezuela

Geopolitics

U.S. Supreme Court rejects Trump's unprecedented bid to fire Fed’s Cook

The Hindu – World · India

The court, in a 5-4 ruling, blocked Mr. ​Trump’s bid to become the first President to remove a Fed official since Congress created the central bank in 1913

Geopolitics

Asian scam gangs snare educated English speakers with fake job ads: UN agency

South China Morning Post – World · China

The UN’s migration agency is warning that criminal networks have been trafficking hundreds of thousands of people – many of them educated English speakers – to…

Geopolitics

Flight snag leaves father-son with costly US trip, court awards Rs 1.6 lakh

Times of India – World · India

A consumer commission ordered IndiGo and Turkish Airlines to pay over Rs 1.6 lakh. The airlines disrupted a codeshare flight, leaving passengers stranded in D…

Geopolitics

Moroccan Man’s Death While Restrained By Police Reverberates Across Italy

The New York Times – World · US

Abderrahim Fakir died after police officers pinned him to the ground. His death has evolved into a broader standoff over the treatment and role of immigrants i…

Geopolitics

Some Jordanians Demand that American Troops Leave the Kingdom

The New York Times – World · US

Hundreds of political, legal and other figures signed a public letter warning that Jordan’s close alliance with the United States poses a risk.

Geopolitics

Amid Myanmar’s Civil War, the Rich Seek Parties and ‘Positive Vibes Only’

The New York Times – World · US

The lifestyles of the wealthy in Myanmar — nightclubs, caviar and trips abroad — have been largely untouched by years of deadly conflict.

Geopolitics

Some Northern Ireland Loyalists Embrace an Anti-Immigrant Ideology

The New York Times – World · US

Northern Ireland’s Protestant loyalists have long felt their identity was under siege. Now anti-immigrant ideology has found a new toehold here.

Geopolitics

Organic eggs have worse impact on climate than eggs from caged chickens

The Guardian – World · Europe

Adopting organic free-range model in UK could lead to greenhouse emissions equivalent to 2,316,000 tonnes of CO2, study suggestsOrganic eggs are twice as bad f…

Geopolitics

Magic circle: Stonehenge offers lucky visitors 20 minutes alone in monument

The Guardian – World · Europe

Handful of ticketholders will be selected at random for up-close visits to ancient site throughout AugustTrips to Stonehenge can be a little hectic. Tens of th…

Geopolitics

AI tool will lead to more child refugees being treated as adults, charity warns

The Guardian – World · Europe

‘Racist bias’ overestimating ages in Home Office’s facial-recognition software will lead to solo children being housed with adults, says Human Rights NetworkFl…

General

Trump reportedly issues menacing new threat after Iran targets U.S. forces in thwarted missile attack

NBC News – World · US

The fighting shattered a brief period of calm after weeks of escalation between the U.S. and Iran over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Geopolitics

Who is Subhadeep Ghosh? Meet Team India's new fielding coach

Times of India – World · India

Subhadeep Ghosh will now serve as India's new fielding coach. He replaces T Dilip, whose contract concluded after the England tour. Ghosh's initial assignment …

Geopolitics

'Marriage proposals pour in' for Abhijeet Dipke, CJP founder has one condition

Times of India – World · India

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, has postponed his marriage plans. He is currently recovering from typhoid while leading student protest d…

Startups

Misfortunes that never happened: the hidden cost of fears on

Your Story · India

Explore how anticipatory fear makes us suffer over events that never occur, and learn practical ways to break the cycle of worry and anxiety.

Geopolitics

Japan quake death toll rises to 13 after newly reopened Aeon Mall collapses in Kumamoto

South China Morning Post – World · China

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said 13 people have been found dead after a powerful quake shook part of southwestern Japan and rescue work was continui…

Geopolitics

Independent bookshop of 50 years to close after national security raid

South China Morning Post – World · China

A 50-year-old independent bookshop has announced it will close when its lease ends, following a raid by Hong Kong national security police earlier this month. …

Geopolitics

US Senate clears Russia sanctions bill: India among top countries facing 100% tariffs

Indian Express – World · India

- US Senate passed Russia sanctions bill with 100% tariffs on top five oil buyers (including India), targeting Iran’s economy to curb its wartime funding. - …

Geopolitics

In UNSC, India strongly condemns attacks on commercial ships near Hormuz

Times of India – World · India

Speaking at an open debate of the United Nations security council on the situation in the Middle East, India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador P…

Geopolitics

SBI manager slapped: Ex-Union minister's daughter arrested, released on bail

Times of India – World · India

Kayalvizhi Alagiri, daughter of M.K. Alagiri, was arrested and granted station bail. She appeared before Adyar Police after being summoned for questioning rega…

Geopolitics

Haitians living in fear as Temporary Protected Status ends in the US

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

New York’s Haitian community is living in limbo and fear after Temporary Protected Status (TPS) was terminated Monday.

Geopolitics

'Not in a derogatory manner': Ashwin explains 'serve drinks' comment on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Times of India – World · India

Ravichandran Ashwin clarified his "serve drinks" comment about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. He stated the remark aimed to highlight learning opportunities for the you…

Geopolitics

US Senate confirms Clayton as Trump’s new spy chief

South China Morning Post – World · China

The US Senate confirmed Jay Clayton as Donald Trump’s top intelligence official on Tuesday, putting a permanent chief in charge of the country’s spy agencies a…

Geopolitics

EU’s US$17 million maritime aid for Philippines targets Asian ‘fault lines’

South China Morning Post – World · China

The European Union’s upgraded partnership with the Philippines signals the bloc’s aim to diversify its Indo-Pacific strategy beyond trade into the security are…

Geopolitics

China has 6 of world’s 10 most innovative humanoid robot start-ups: report

South China Morning Post – World · China

China is widening its lead over the United States in the race to develop humanoid robots, with Chinese firms accounting for six of the world’s 10 most innovati…

Geopolitics

Iran missiles target US forces in Jordan after a five-day pause in war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The US military says it has successfully intercepted a barrage of missiles fired by Iran at its troops in Jordan.

Geopolitics

US: Trump's intelligence chief pick Jay Clayton confirmed by Senate

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Clayton's appointment comes as Trump lately has renewed false claims about the 2020 election, drawing scrutiny over the administration's handling of intelligen…

Geopolitics

100% tariffs for India? US Senate advances key Russian sanctions bill

Times of India – World · India

The US Senate overwhelmingly advanced a bipartisan bill to impose new sanctions on Russia. This legislation grants President Trump powers to penalize major en…

Geopolitics

Israel kills Palestinian, destroys mosque in Gaza

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israeli settlers also attack a Palestinian family in Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank.

Geopolitics

Shivangi recalls childhood horror: TV actress alleges abuse by ‘mama ji’

Times of India – World · India

Actress Shivangi Joshi shared a painful childhood secret on Lock Upp season two. She revealed experiencing molestation by a man she called her mama ji. Joshi a…

Geopolitics

Japan earthquake death toll rises to 13 as rescuers search for missing

Indian Express – World · India

- **Earthquake impact**: A 7.1-magnitude quake killed 13 in Kumamoto, with over 4,500 soldiers aiding rescue efforts as authorities race to save stranded survi…

Geopolitics

Watch: Japan earthquake causes buildings to collapse, explosion in mall; 13 dead

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team covers global events with dedication. - Prioritizes accuracy, depth, and timeliness in reporting. - Offers diverse perspectives on …

Geopolitics

Japan Races to Reach People Trapped After Earthquake Kills at Least 13

The New York Times – World · US

Rescue personnel are working to free those trapped in collapsed buildings after a 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto on Tuesday.

Geopolitics

CJP protest: Cops probe diary entry that DCP ordered RAF to use force, pellets

Times of India – World · India

Delhi Police is investigating a back-dated general diary entry concerning protester actions. The entry claims a deputy commander used plastic pellets on July …

Geopolitics

'Saw her shave': Man claims spouse is transgender after 25 days of marriage

Times of India – World · India

A man in Shajapur claims his wife is transgender after twenty-five days of marriage. He filed a complaint against his in-laws for concealing gender identity be…

Geopolitics

Zelensky and Netanyahu meet Trump as wars in Ukraine and Iran drag on

BBC News – World · Europe

The two leaders sound encouraged after holding back-to-back bilaterals at the White House.

Startups

How startups are rewriting India's IPO story

Your Story · India

The IPO market in the country is not simply bigger than it was a decade ago. It has a different character and discipline now, led by confident, high-growth sta…

Geopolitics

'Kidnapped, questioned, abandoned': Man who disturbed food at Jantar Mantar moves SC

Times of India – World · India

Junaid Malik approached the Supreme Court alleging police kidnapping and questioning. He claims police sought details about food supply funds for the protest.…

Geopolitics

OpenAI’s rogue agent hacked an account at a second technology firm: Report

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The latest hack comes after an autonomous agent escaped a controlled test and accessed AI firm Hugging Face’s servers.

Geopolitics

West Asia war LIVE: U.S. military says American and Saudi forces struck sites used by Iran-backed militias in Iraq

The Hindu – World · India

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi ordered security agencies to investigate after the Saudis alleged a similar attack on Monday.

Geopolitics

Man dies, 78 people evacuated after fire breaks out at Hong Kong village house

South China Morning Post – World · China

A man was killed and nearly 80 people were forced to evacuate after a fire broke out at a village house in Hong Kong on Wednesday. Authorities said they were a…

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