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Exsure is working on a way to make chemotherapy less toxic, backed by peer-reviewed research
Your Story
· India
The Bhubaneswar biotech has built a patented drug-delivery platform aimed at cancer cells. It is in preclinical testing and raised Rs 3 crore, led by Unicorn I…
Will the heat from a cooking oil scandal help the opposition in Taiwan?
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Taipei mayor Wayne Chiang Wan-an has emerged as the biggest political winner from an opposition protest against the government’s handling of a food safety scan…
Imagine a healthcare system made up of multiple AI agents: one that manages symptom assessment, another scheduling, a third insurance, and a fourth pharmacy. E…
French police arrest man who wounded 3 with knives in Paris
South China Morning Post – World
· China
French police detained a man on Monday after he attacked three women with knives near Porte de Clichy in Paris, Interior Minister Laurent Nunez told reporters…
US criticism of Malaysia’s Israel stance spotlights growing ‘disconnect’
South China Morning Post – World
· China
US criticism of Malaysia’s entry ban on Israeli nationals is unlikely to force a major shift in the country’s foreign policy, analysts have said, after Prime M…
19 arrested as Police seize drugs worth over $97 million in Canada
The Hindu – World
· India
An intelligence-led cross-border investigation, codenamed Project Bay, dismantled an alleged drug trafficking network that used commercial transport routes to …
China condemns US over new Section 301 tariffs – but holds off on retaliation
South China Morning Post – World
· China
China’s Ministry of Commerce has objected to Washington’s latest tariff on the country’s goods but signalled it will hold off on retaliation for now, noting th…
Hong Kong set for stronger storms and wetter winter this year as El Nino intensifies
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Hong Kong should prepare for stronger storms and a warmer, wetter winter this year as the current El Nino phenomenon is likely to intensify into a super event,…
Drug discovery is a high-cost, high-risk endeavor that is under growing pressure from a market increasingly defined by first-mover advantage. Since the 1950s, …
Cubans are inventing ways to survive without fuel or electricity, using solar panels, makeshift generators and batteries to endure a devastating oil blockade i…
Building the enterprise environment for agentic AI
MIT Technology Review
· Global
For the enterprise, the promise of agentic AI is much more than just a better chatbot. It is software agents that execute business tasks end-to-end across peop…
Home Office blocking evacuation of dozens of women and children from Gaza
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Refugee family reunions in limbo, despite Foreign Office saying it is ready to get people out of war-torn territoryThe Home Office is blocking the evacuation o…
FIFA boss Infantino takes aim at World Cup critics
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
· Europe
In a strongly worded open statement, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has hit out at those he says were too "consumed by hate and criticism" to enjoy the tourna…
Paris knife attack: At least three injured after stabbing incident in France
Indian Express – World
· India
- Knife attack in Paris’ Porte De Clichy injured three women, two critically; suspect, a 31-year-old man, used kitchen knives.
- Interior Minister Nunez conf…
Hong Kong High Court judge Wilson Chan told to retire over repeated plagiarism
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Chief Justice Andrew Cheung Kui-nung has told a Hong Kong High Court judge to retire early after reprimanding him for plagiarising submissions in a judgment, d…
China charges alleged scam kingpin Chen Zhi with intentional injury: report
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Alleged scam-network mastermind Chen Zhi could face the death penalty, with Chinese prosecutors adding intentional injury to the list of charges against him.
C…
Wellness Influencers Are Pushing ‘Natural’ and Unproven Alternatives to Adderall
Wired
· Global
Ads on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube are painting prescription stimulants in a negative light while promoting supplements for ADHD that lack evidence.
Ex-Hong Kong opposition leader granted 6-month UK stay
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Former Hong Kong opposition leader Wu Chi-wai has been granted permission to enter and remain in Britain as a visitor for six months, after UK authorities reve…
Hong Kong to offer 5% shopping and dining discounts for major event participants
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Residents and visitors in Hong Kong can enjoy discounts on dining, shopping and attractions in August by presenting tickets for five major events, including an…
Germany’s drive to compete with China collides with long-standing tradition of Sunday rest
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Germany’s drive to compete with Chinese imports is colliding with its long-standing tradition of Sunday rest, with policymakers and retailers now asking whethe…
Profits in China’s chipmaking sector soar 2,500% in first half amid AI boom
South China Morning Post – World
· China
China’s major chip manufacturers saw their profits skyrocket a staggering 2,579.5 per cent in the first half of 2026, fuelled by unprecedented demand for artif…
Wo you: Chinese ancient art of travelling without leaving bed to attain ‘peace’, ‘emptiness’
South China Morning Post – World
· China
The Chinese aesthetic practice of wo you, which literally translates to “travelling while lying down,” is an artistic tradition that merges Taoism and Confucia…
“It’s not an argument with two sides, it’s an argument with 10 sides,” one senior administration official tells WIRED about how US AI policy is being shaped.
Europe got its own TBPN-style live show, and everyone’s angling for a guest spot
TechCrunch
· US
The five-day format will look quite similar to the two-day format. There will be a live show from 12 p.m. U.K. time to 3 p.m., breaking down trending stories, …
Iran rules out US talks as Hormuz Strait remains closed
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
· Europe
Iran has not asked to resume talks with the US, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said. He added that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and that …
Cars are being used as weapons, to ram, kill and maim innocent people. The reasons why are not always clear, nor are solutions to preventing such attacks.
This startup helps brands get discovered across AI search platforms
Your Story
· India
As AI begins to reshape how people discover products and services online, Gurugram-based DareAISearch is building tools to help brands stay visible across plat…
France: Macron holds crisis talks as wildfires spread
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
· Europe
As France and Spain battle some of their worst wildfires in years, the French government is holding a crisis meeting. A fire-generated storm cloud over France …
Measles Is Becoming So Common That Treatments May Soon Be Needed
Wired
· Global
As the US sees its highest number of measles cases in decades and vaccination rates fall, researchers are developing drugs to help those who contract the virus…
The plague is as deadly today as in the Middle Ages
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
· Europe
Most people have only heard of the plague as the disease that ravaged Europe in the Middle Ages. But it's still around today, such as in Madagascar, and just a…
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Exsure is working on a way to make chemotherapy less toxic, backed by peer-reviewed research
Source: Your Story
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- Exsure develops exosome-based chemotherapy to target cancer cells and stem cells, reducing damage to healthy tissue.
- Founded in 2021 by Swastika Paul and Abhishek Dutta, who saw chemotherapy's harsh effects during their PhDs.
- Preclinical studies underway; sells research reagents and offers outsourcing services to fund development.
- Raised Rs 3 crore in 2025 seed round, with government support, aiming to make cancer treatment less toxic over time.
Will the heat from a cooking oil scandal help the opposition in Taiwan?
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Mass protest in Taipei boosted opposition Kuomintang's momentum ahead of November elections and 2028 leadership race, positioning Mayor Chiang as a potential contender.
- Protesters demanded apology from leader William Lai and Premier Cho over soybean oil scandal involving carcinogenic benzo[a]pyrene.
- Food safety issue mobilized cross-party support, highlighting its political impact, per political scientist Chang Yuan-hsiang.
- Largest opposition rally since Lai's 2022 inauguration, signaling growing public discontent with governance.
Enterprise AI Is Answering the Wrong Question
Source: Inc.
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Focus on the execution problem.
The Tax Strategy That Eliminates Capital Gains Taxes at Exit
Source: Inc.
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QSBS can be a good model to use for a company sale, with proper planning.
After Building a Viral Media Empire, Jonathan Skogmo Is Betting on Real Life
Source: Inc.
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The ultimate luxury? Something an algorithm can’t recommend.
The path to artificial superintelligence
Source: MIT Technology Review
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- Next-gen multi-agent systems require horizontal architecture to share intent, context, and reasoning for coordinated problem-solving across domains.
- Outshift’s "Internet of Cognition" semantic layer enables agents to "think" together via shared goals, context, and reasoning, bridging coordination gaps.
- AGNTCY, an open-source connectivity layer, allows agents to discover, authenticate, and communicate across systems, fostering collective intelligence.
- Three pillars (shared intent, context, reasoning) and risk controls (e.g., guardrails) are critical to ensure safe, collaborative agent behavior and prevent unintended consequences.
French police arrest man who wounded 3 with knives in Paris
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Man attacked three women with knives near Paris, severely wounding two; ages 19, 24, 36.
- Video shows attacker with two knives, bystanders immobilized him; he claimed "Allah commanded me."
- Off-duty officer detained him; motive unknown, attacker’s statements were incoherent.
- Anti-terror prosecutor considers investigation; attacker’s identity and intent remain unclear.
US criticism of Malaysia’s Israel stance spotlights growing ‘disconnect’
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Analysts say Malaysia’s ban on Israelis isn’t likely to shift policy despite antisemitism claims.
- Dispute involves US Congress, Malaysia’s non-recognition of Israel, and debates on criticizing Israel vs. antisemitism.
- Anwar clarifies Malaysia opposes Israel’s actions, not Jewish people, and rejects antisemitism labels.
- Malaysia’s stance, backed by Malaysians, faces criticism from US lawmakers over its strict Israeli entry ban.
19 arrested as Police seize drugs worth over $97 million in Canada
Source: The Hindu – World
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- 19 people, mostly Indian-origin, arrested in Ontario's largest drug bust, seizing 1.7 tonnes of narcotics worth $97 million.
- Operation Project Bay dismantled a cross-border trafficking network using commercial transport routes.
- Investigation spanned 15 months, involving multiple agencies, with 22 search warrants executed.
- Seized items included drugs, firearms, cash, and electronics, described as a major blow to organized crime.
China condemns US over new Section 301 tariffs – but holds off on retaliation
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Beijing rejects US claims Chinese AI firms trained models on American systems.
- Ministry of Commerce objects to 12.5% tariffs, citing Trump-era 20% ceiling for restraint.
- US imposes 10–12.5% tariffs on 60 partners, including China, under Section 301.
- Commerce ministry denies US allegations of Chinese AI firms "distilling" American models.
Heat kills electronics. So, a materials scientist in Bengaluru spent a decade solving the problem
Source: Your Story
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- Helionis Labs develops domestic dielectric material for heat dissipation in electronics, reducing India's reliance on imported components.
- Their printed aluminum-based dielectric offers superior heat transfer and lower costs compared to conventional imported solutions.
- Targeting LED lighting, EVs, telecom, and industrial automation, with EVs as a key growth area due to rising demand in India.
- Raised pre-seed funding from Transition VC to scale materials research, certifications, and pilot production for market entry.
Hong Kong set for stronger storms and wetter winter this year as El Nino intensifies
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- El Nino may intensify into a super event, boosting storm strength with more moisture and energy, urging Hong Kong to prepare for stronger storms and a warmer, wetter winter.
- Rising temperatures (0.14°C/decade since 1885) heighten heatstroke risks and strain drainage systems during intense downpours.
- Higher sea levels worsen coastal flooding and seawater backflow, while persistent rain increases landslide risks in vulnerable areas.
- Friends of the Earth warns of severe health and infrastructure impacts from extreme weather linked to El Nino and climate trends.
Closing the data loop in AI-driven drug discovery
Source: MIT Technology Review
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- AI accelerates drug discovery but exposes lab bottlenecks and data gaps, requiring better integration and validation.
- Drug development remains costly and risky, with high failure rates and timelines averaging 10–15 years at $1B–$2.5B.
- AI shifts hit identification from empirical screening to predictive design, enabling faster candidate generation.
- Data scarcity, publication bias, and fabrication risks hinder AI reliability, demanding richer, unbiased datasets.
How Cubans Are Surviving a Fuel Crisis
Source: The New York Times – World
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- Cuba faces a severe fuel crisis, with gas prices reaching $30/gallon, exacerbated by U.S. sanctions blocking fuel shipments since 2019.
- Residents innovate by using hydrogen from water, solar panels, and modified generators to survive energy shortages.
- David Gonzalez powers Havana’s events with a Spanish-imported lithium battery, symbolizing resilience and resistance.
- Cubans emphasize "lo cubano" (the Cuban way) to endure the crisis, stretching fuel supplies through creativity and determination.
Building the enterprise environment for agentic AI
Source: MIT Technology Review
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- Agentic AI for enterprises requires robust systems, not just LLM inference, focusing on task orchestration, data access, governance, and scalable infrastructure.
- Key metrics include task latency (P95), agent density, and cost efficiency to evaluate performance and align with business goals.
- Deployment phases prioritize agent density over count, use observability for bursty workloads, and scale out by default for reliability and cost.
- Agentic AI delivers value by automating codified workflows, improving productivity, and ensuring governance, targeting accountable leaders over experimental users.
Home Office blocking evacuation of dozens of women and children from Gaza
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Home Office blocks Gaza family reunions despite Foreign Office readiness to evacuate.
- Suspended applications remain unprocessed, with no new rules announced.
- Home Office delays OTA and uses legal challenges, while Europe facilitates evacuations.
- Critics accuse Home Office of prioritizing security over aid, citing stalled cases like Bassem Abudagga’s.
FIFA boss Infantino takes aim at World Cup critics
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- **Infantino defends FIFA's World Cup success**, criticizing critics for focusing on hate over the tournament's unity and joy, emphasizing "no violence, only joy."
- **Travel bans and visa restrictions** affected Iran, Somalia, and others, with Infantino highlighting FIFA's approval of millions despite these issues.
- **Tensions with UEFA** over disciplinary rulings and Trump's lobbying for a player, with UEFA calling FIFA's actions a "red line."
- **Infantino vows to stay at FIFA**, despite criticism, and praises the tournament's delivery despite rule breaches, urging fans to embrace football's unifying power.
Paris knife attack: At least three injured after stabbing incident in France
Source: Indian Express – World
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- Knife attack in Paris’ Porte De Clichy injured three women, two critically; suspect, a 31-year-old man, used kitchen knives.
- Interior Minister Nunez confirmed suspect’s psychiatric disorder and off-duty officer’s courageous arrest.
- Victims aged 19, 24, 36; investigation ongoing to determine motive and verify attacker’s identity.
- Suspect’s incoherent statements during arrest and location in northwest Paris highlighted.
Hong Kong High Court judge Wilson Chan told to retire over repeated plagiarism
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Chief Justice Cheung criticizes Chan's judicial plagiarism, stating it undermines public confidence in his duties.
- Chan formally retired early, effective July 31, 2026, after submitting his application.
- Chan heard two cases Monday before retiring, with no cases assigned Tuesday.
- Born in 1962, Chan joined judiciary in 2013, became High Court judge in 2017 (retirement age 70).
How 'fire-generated thunderstorms' make wildfires more deadly
Source: BBC News – World
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- Pyrocumulonimbus clouds, fire-generated thunderstorms, form from intense wildfires, creating lightning and embers that fuel more blazes.
- France evacuates thousands near Bordeaux as unprecedented fires, driven by heatwaves and dry conditions, face prolonged challenges.
- Climate change increases risk of such events, linked to catastrophic wildfires in Australia and California with extreme weather impacts.
- Gironde fires may last weeks, exacerbated by forecast heatwaves, while global wildfires threaten ecosystems and communities.
The 10 Best WIRED-Tested Handheld Vacuums of 2026
Source: Wired
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- Handheld vacuums are compact, lightweight, and affordable, ideal for quick cleaning tasks like pet hair, spills, and car seats.
- Dyson Car+Boat ($300) is a top pick for car/boat cleaning, offering strong suction and a long battery life.
- Ryobi models provide power, versatility, and battery compatibility with other tools, featuring brush and crevice attachments.
- Bissell targets pet hair with a motorized brush, while Worx excels in car cleaning with a flexible hose and ergonomic design.
China charges alleged scam kingpin Chen Zhi with intentional injury: report
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Chen, extradited from Cambodia six months ago, faces new charges (copyright infringement, intentional injury) that could lead to death penalty.
- Prosecutors dropped a previous count of concealing criminal proceeds but added copyright infringement and intentional injury charges.
- Under Chinese law, intentional injury causing death/severe injury could result in 10+ years prison or execution.
- Chen is also wanted by U.S. prosecutors for leading Asia’s largest transnational criminal organization.
Wellness Influencers Are Pushing ‘Natural’ and Unproven Alternatives to Adderall
Source: Wired
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- **Controversial report** by HHS under RFK Jr. links childhood chronic disease to "overmedicalization," including anti-vaccine and anti-psychiatric drug stances.
- **Alternative medicine brands** like Graymatter Labs and Stasis promote supplements as safer ADHD alternatives, bypassing FDA oversight.
- **Social media influencers** highlight supplements' cognitive benefits, framing stimulants as harmful, despite their FDA-approved safety when used properly.
- **ADHD experts warn** that anti-stimulant ads risk deterring medication use, exacerbating health risks, amid ongoing stimulant shortages.
Bali bans Dutch expats whose run club allegedly excluded Indonesians
Source: BBC News – World
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- Two Dutch nationals banned for organizing an illegal Bali run without permits, accused of discriminating against locals by favoring foreigners.
- Bali authorities label the event a "state within a state," vowing strict action against foreign-led exclusive communities.
- Entourage Bali claims openness to all, citing automation errors, but pauses events amid discrimination allegations.
- Rising tensions between expats and locals in Bali, as digital nomads face scrutiny over perceived entitlement and exclusivity.
Bombay Shaving Company posts 139% rise in revenue for FY26
Source: Your Story
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- Visage Lines Personal Care saw 139% revenue surge to Rs 634.7 crore in FY26, achieving first-ever operating profit and Rs 2.2 crore adjusted EBITDA.
- Growth driven by product innovation, digital expansion, and operational efficiency, with focus on men’s grooming and women’s hair styling.
- Aiming for Rs 1,000 crore revenue in FY27 and high single-digit EBITDA, while expanding brand portfolio and market presence.
- Leadership emphasizes building culturally resonant brands to shape modern Indian identities through scalable innovation and consumer-centric strategies.
Ex-Hong Kong opposition leader granted 6-month UK stay
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- UK reversed seven-day visa limit for Wu Chi-wai, granting six-month visitor stay.
- Lawyer claims decision aligns with initial arrival conditions, not the earlier order.
- Wu’s team requested reconsideration via a letter to the Home Office.
- Judicial review noted as a last-resort option if legal errors are alleged.
The New Trump Accounts for Kids: The Good, the Bad, and the Icky
Source: Inc.
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Here’s how to take advantage of Trump’s eponymous tax-advantaged investment account for U.S. citizens under 18.
Hong Kong to offer 5% shopping and dining discounts for major event participants
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Ticket holders for five August-September events qualify for 5% discounts at over 100 hotels and attractions.
- Discounts aim to boost retail, dining, and tourism sectors by linking events with spending opportunities.
- Events include football festivals, music awards, and the Ancient Egypt exhibition at the Hong Kong Palace Museum.
- Collaboration with partners enhances offers, encouraging locals and visitors to spend during major events.
Germany’s drive to compete with China collides with long-standing tradition of Sunday rest
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Germany’s Sunday rest tradition clashes with Chinese e-commerce growth, yet Sundays remain legally protected under its Basic Law.
- Reform targets federal working hours, leaving state-regulated shop openings unchanged, sparking calls for greater retail flexibility.
- Industry leaders argue the shop closure law is outdated, urging retailers to decide Sunday operations independently.
- Newcomers face culture shock from strict Sunday closures, with limited exceptions like pharmacies and airports.
Indian-origin woman shot dead in Canada; suspect arrested
Source: The Hindu – World
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- A 26-year-old Indian-origin woman was fatally shot in Toronto, Canada, in a suspected targeted attack.
- Her suspect, a 37-year-old Indian-Canadian man, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder.
- Police confirmed the incident was targeted, with no other suspects identified.
- A similar case occurred in Edmonton, where a man killed his Indian-origin partner in an intimate partner homicide.
Profits in China’s chipmaking sector soar 2,500% in first half amid AI boom
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- China’s chip manufacturers saw 2,579.5% profit surge in H1 2026, driven by AI demand and global data center buildouts, per NBS data.
- Electronics industry profits rose 97% YoY, fueling total industrial profits up 18.7% to 4 trillion yuan.
- H1 2025 profits dropped 1.8% to 3.4 trillion yuan, contrasting with 2026’s AI-driven growth.
- China’s chip production surged 23% YoY to 280 billion units, with daily output exceeding 1.5 billion chips.
Wo you: Chinese ancient art of travelling without leaving bed to attain ‘peace’, ‘emptiness’
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- "Wōyóu" (travelling while lying down) blends Taoism/Confucianism, symbolizing slow living through art, embraced by youth.
- Originated with 5th-century painter Zong Bing, who painted landscapes to "travel" when confined.
- Southern Song poet Lu You praised mental travel via paintings, reflecting the tradition’s enduring appeal.
- Qin Guan’s recovery from illness after viewing Wang Wei’s painting highlights art’s healing role in wōyóu.
Senior-Level Women Are Struggling at Work. Here’s Why CEOs Can’t Afford to Ignore the Problem
Source: Inc.
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Research and first-person accounts show that even executive-level women feel the strain of balancing work and family.
This New Internet Speed Ranking Will Make You Rethink Your Provider
Source: Inc.
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Here’s how AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon measure up when it comes to internet speed.
This Is Donald Trump’s AI Brain Trust
Source: Wired
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- U.S. AI regulation faces fragmented interagency debates, with no clear consensus as officials clash over balancing innovation and China competition.
- Howard Lutnick leads export controls, pushing U.S. labs to counter China while adopting a middle-ground regulatory stance.
- Sean Cairncross advocates strict measures against Chinese AI, including sanctions, while David Sacks promotes hands-off policies to maintain U.S. lead.
- Scott Bessent urges Western allies to accelerate open-weight AI development to prevent falling behind China in the tech race.
Europe got its own TBPN-style live show, and everyone’s angling for a guest spot
Source: TechCrunch
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- ETN secured $1.6M seed funding from Powerhouse Capital, Axel Springer, and OpenAI/DeepMind investors, expanding to a 5-day live show schedule and larger studio.
- Launching a newsletter and adding debates, roundtables, and pitch sessions to boost tech discourse in Europe’s fast-growing ecosystem.
- Focused on Europe’s rapid innovation, featuring founders, investors, and global talent, while staying open to U.S. contributors.
- Plans to cover major European tech events and foster cross-border collaboration, positioning itself as a global tech innovation hub.
Oil prices slide as U.S. and Iran pause strikes to give ‘space’ for diplomacy
Source: NBC News – World
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- **Oil prices dropped 8.7% and 7.5%** as U.S.-Iran strikes paused for diplomacy, reversing earlier gains amid fears of Middle East war escalation.
- **Strait of Hormuz traffic fell to 29 transits** over three days, highlighting disruptions threatening global oil flows and markets.
- **Iran rejects U.S. peace talks**, insisting it will not let the U.S. dictate war/peace timing, while U.S. officials note ongoing negotiations.
- **Regional tensions persist**, with drones, attacks in Red Sea/Caspian Sea, and Ukraine-Russia conflicts complicating global markets.
How 'Mushroom Man of Bihar' Sanjeev Kumar helped 50,000 farmers earn
Source: Your Story
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- Sanjeev Kumar, an engineer from Bihar, transitioned to mushroom farming, blending tech with traditional agriculture to train over 50,000 farmers.
- Mushroom production in India tripled from 2016 to 2024, with Kumar’s efforts driving rural income and sustainable practices.
- Kumar established Bihar’s largest spawn lab, scaling production from 400kg/day to 600kg/day, aiming for 1,000kg/day.
- Focus on small-scale mushroom cultivation to boost local economies, with plans to integrate AI for controlled-environment systems.
Iran rules out US talks as Hormuz Strait remains closed
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- Iran denies resuming U.S. talks, maintains Strait of Hormuz closure, and warns of "unforeseen" consequences after Ukraine's Caspian Sea strikes.
- Italy temporarily cuts diesel taxes by 17 cents/liter to ease energy costs, aiming to address transportation and agricultural pressures.
- Iraq investigates Saudi claims of Iranian-backed drone attacks from its territory, vowing legal action against perpetrators.
- U.S. President Trump urges swift diplomacy with Iran, warns of military action, as regional tensions escalate with drone strikes and water infrastructure damage.
Car ramming attacks: Why do they keep happening?
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- Recent Germany attack highlights rising use of vehicles as weapons, following global incidents like Nice, Barcelona, and Berlin.
- Motives remain unclear, ranging from religious/political extremism to personal grievances or mental health issues.
- Studies suggest attacks may spread through imitation, with media exposure influencing perpetrators’ actions.
- Prevention strategies include restricting vehicle access, geofencing, and redesigning urban spaces to block vehicle access.
Genevieve becomes a Category 5 hurricane but is not expected to make landfall
Source: The Hindu – World
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- Hurricane Genevieve reached Category 5 status on July 27, 2026, with 160 mph winds, marking the first East Pacific Category 5 in two years.
- It formed 530 miles southwest of Manzanillo, heading northwest at 13 mph, far from the Mexican coast.
- NOAA satellite imagery showed Hurricane Fausto and Genevieve off Mexico’s southwest coast in the Pacific.
- The storm is expected to stay out at sea, parallel to the coast, with no immediate landfall threats.
This startup helps brands get discovered across AI search platforms
Source: Your Story
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- DAIS (DareAISearch) addresses AI-driven discovery shifts, helping brands optimize visibility on AI platforms as consumer trust in AI recommendations grows.
- The startup uses a "Human Decision Intelligence Engine" to analyze, explain, and improve brand visibility across AI platforms and search engines.
- DAIS targets $100M ARR by 2030, competing with global firms like Profound and Peec AI, with current revenue of ~Rs 1.8 crores.
- AI search market is projected to grow to $50.9B by 2033, with DAIS aiming to become a category leader in AI visibility solutions.
France: Macron holds crisis talks as wildfires spread
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- **France/Spain wildfires** trigger crisis meetings, with France facing a rare pyrocumulonimbus storm cloud threatening new blazes.
- **240 homes destroyed** in Gironde, 84 firefighters injured; 2,500 personnel deployed amid calls for better safety gear.
- **Spain evacuates 75,000** as fires near Madrid and Valencia kill one civilian, with two firefighters dead in France.
- Fires remain **uncontrolled**, forcing evacuations and creating extreme weather, including lightning and tornado risks.
Measles Is Becoming So Common That Treatments May Soon Be Needed
Source: Wired
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- Measles cases hit 35-year highs as vaccination rates drop, prompting biotech firms to develop treatments for infected individuals and vulnerable groups.
- High community vaccination rates (≥95%) are critical to protect unvaccinated children, but current rates fall below this threshold, risking outbreaks.
- Monoclonal antibodies, tested for Covid, are being explored as short-term measles treatments, though human trials and funding remain challenges.
- Potential costs and logistical hurdles for monoclonal antibodies raise concerns, while models predict measles could become endemic in the U.S. without improved interventions.
The plague is as deadly today as in the Middle Ages
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- The plague, still lethal today, remains underdiagnosed due to non-specific symptoms, as seen in Paul Gaylord’s case in Oregon.
- Caused by *Yersinia pestis*, it spreads via fleas, rodents, or airborne droplets, with pneumonic plague being contagious between humans.
- Outbreaks occur in Madagascar, DRC, Uganda, and the U.S., with ~3,000 cases and 500 deaths reported globally between 2010–2015.
- Diagnostic delays and treatment access challenges persist, though modern antibiotics and surveillance efforts aim to mitigate risks.
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