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Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsSeika, Kyungbock crowned champions as NBA Rising Stars Invitational ends on a high
Over six days in Singapore, the NBA Rising Stars Invitational evolved into far more than a high-school basketball tournament. With Asia's best young talent, NBA and WNBA legends, …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWorker killed, another unconscious after excavator tips over in Hong Kong
A worker has died and another has been left unconscious after an excavator fell on its side at a Hong Kong construction site. Police said on Monday that they received a report at …
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Europe's record heatwave melts roads in France, buckle tram tracks in Germany
Here are four concise bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk features a team of experienced journalists and writers who provide global news coverage 24/7. • The …
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsVat Purnima 2026: Date, time, puja rituals and significance
Married Hindu women across the nation are observing Vat Purnima on June 29, 2026, a significant festival dedicated to the well-being and longevity of their husbands. The day invol…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsPutin says Russia needs more air defence capability, tackling fuel issues
The Russian President said he is expecting U.S. negotiators to come to Moscow once they are less busy with Iran
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela’s earthquakes pose first major test for President Delcy Rodriguez
The seismic disaster has stirred public anger against government mismanagement under Venezuela's ruling socialist party.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsUkraine's drone assault ignites major oil refinery in Russia
Debris from downed Ukrainian drones sparked a blaze at the refinery in Slavyansk-na-Kubani, a town in Russia’s Krasnodar region, east of occupied Crimea, according to Gov. Veniami…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsMideast Live Updates: U.S. Indicates a Deal to Suspend Attacks in Strait but Iran Hasn’t Confirmed
A U.S. official said the U.S. and Iran agreed to halt attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and allow vessels to move freely. Hostilities in recent days have threatened a two-week-old c…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsPhilippines becomes world’s top solar spender amid Middle East energy crisis
People in the Philippines are flocking to install solar power on rooftops and escape the burden of soaring electricity prices, making it the world’s biggest spender on solar panel…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsPakistan issues directives to arrest illegal Afgan nationals from July 10
The notification said provincial authorities will be required to submit daily reports on arrests and enforcement actions
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsAP EAMCET result 2026 expected soon at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in: Steps to download scorecards
The AP EAMCET 2026 result is expected to be announced shortly, ending the wait for engineering, agriculture and pharmacy aspirants across Andhra Pradesh. Candidates will be able t…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWest Asia war LIVE: U.S. says Iran talks to continue, 'both sides' standing down after clashes
The U.S. and Iran have traded strikes in recent days despite a fragile June 17 MoU aimed at ending the conflict
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsIran denies talks with US are scheduled in Qatar as White House to send envoys to Doha
Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz slowed significantly after renewed exchanges of fire between the US…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Massive black smoke billows from Russian oil refinery after Ukrainian drone strike, 1 dead
Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk is staffed by experienced journalists and writers who cover global events. • The team prioritizes accurac…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'They outplayed us': Shreyas Iyer joins Pant in unwanted club after Ireland shock
Ireland secured a historic 2-0 T20I series win over India, marking a tough start for captain Shreyas Iyer. India faltered in their chase of 155, falling short by one run despite a…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHigh ceiling to clear? First rectified subdivided flat to be approved soon
As Hong Kong marks the 29th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule on July 1, the South China Morning Post talks to the city’s senior officials about the administration’s achie…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsEU confronts ‘China shock’ ahead of pivotal Brussels trade talks
European Union leaders had a week to bask in their rare, relatively united stance on China policy before news broke to remind them of the urgency of their task: German car giant V…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy would Filipinos holiday at home if abroad is cheaper?
Earlier this year, a screenshot of a domestic airfare went viral in the Philippines for all the wrong reasons. The flight was from Manila to Batanes, the country’s remote northern…
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsCRED fundraise helps VC inflow to cross $1B
Venture capital funding into Indian startups crossed the $1-billion mark on a weekly basis for the first time since 2023 and this was primarily due to $900 million fund raise of C…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsMLB trade rumors: Blue Jays could part ways with $110 million star by trade deadline
The Blue Jays entered 2026 expecting another October run after coming within reach of a championship against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Instead, Toronto has spent most of the season…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsAustralian man charged with murder after dead girl found in suitcase in Thailand
The body of Tunchanok Donhomla, 17, was found discarded near a railway track on Saturday, police say.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsPakistan says it carried out ground operation, strikes along Afghan border; 29 militants killed
Pakistani forces carried out “calibrated strikes” against terrorist hideouts and safe havens in the border region
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsVietnam dissident arrests double under leader To Lam, report says
Vietnam is increasingly using broadly written laws to arrest activists, dissidents and others that authorities consider a threat to the Communist Party’s rule, according to a new …
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsLate goal gives Canada first-ever World Cup knockout stage victory
Canada beat South Africa 1-0 to reach the World Cup last 16 for the first time in their history.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsPakistan says it struck militant targets in Afghanistan
The strikes come a day after an attack in the southern city of Karachi killed three paramilitary troops. Afghanistan's ruling Taliban condemned the strikes, calling them a "coward…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'I don't have any more fight left in me': Stokes reveals reason behind shock retirement
England captain Ben Stokes has revealed the profound emotional toll of the Ashes defeat as the primary reason for his international retirement. He confessed to his wife that he f…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsTo boost birth rate, Hong Kong needs to deliver quality housing
The public consultation for Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu’s last policy address of his current term is under way. Will he, for example, listen to the people about whether the b…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsSUV hits car reversing on Delhi-Dehradun expressway; 4 of Haryana family dead
A tragic accident on the Delhi-Dehradun expressway claimed four lives from a Haryana family. Their car, reportedly being reversed after a missed exit, was violently struck from be…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics24-hour heat stress: Day ‘feel’ 50°C, night warmest in 2 years in Delhi
Delhi sweltered under extreme heat stress, with 'feels like' temperatures soaring past 50 degrees Celsius and night temperatures hitting a two-year high for June. A heatwave inten…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsTwo boys pulled from Venezuela earthquake rubble among 33 people rescued over weekend
With tens of thousands of people missing, relatives face another night waiting for news of loved ones as the crucial window for locating survivors closes.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsPraise pours in for ‘true Canadian heroes’ after last-minute World Cup win
From the prime minister to sport celebrities and fans on social media, Canadians have revelled in their team's win.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIsrael destroys Hezbollah underground infrastructure in southern Lebanon
The U.S. was informed ahead of the attack, which targeted a 200-meter (656-ft)-long tunnel in the town of Majdal Zoun, according to the statement from Israeli PM Netanyahu and D…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsU.S., Iran agree to ‘stand down’ and hold talks in Doha on June 30: report
U.S. official said technical talks are slated to continue on all areas of MoU
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIran warns ships not to bypass its chosen Hormuz route
At the moment, Iran insists ships transiting the strait pass through a corridor close to its own shores, though this week dozens of vessels have travelled along the opposite side …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela earthquake: father and son found alive in rubble after four days as death toll nears 1,500
President says ‘we always hold onto hope’ as discovery of earthquake survivors spurs fresh search efforts despite dwindling chances of survivalMortuary in Caracas ‘overwhelmed’ as…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsRescuers in ‘Critical Hours’ as Window to Find Survivors Closes
More than three days after twin earthquakes devastated the Venezuelan coast, the rescue effort faced chaos and delays as the chances of finding survivors diminished.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsPakistan says its security forces killed 29 fighters along Afghan border
Strikes come a day after fighters armed with guns and explosives killed three soldiers in Karachi.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsSearch teams rescued 33 people from the rubble on Saturday.
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • **Chaos and delays hinder rescue efforts**: Emergency responders struggle to navigate chaotic roads clogged by civili…
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsMiranda’s rescue California: 117 dead dogs found at no-kill shelter in Fortuna
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • At least 117 dog remains were found buried at Miranda's Rescue Animal Sanctuary in California, including 21 cani…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
Geopolitics‘Pass on the warmth’: blind Chinese teen aces gaokao, chooses medicine to help others
A teenager from northern China who lost his sight in a brutal attack has emerged as one of the top scorers in the national college entrance examination for students with disabilit…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsAustralian energy exploration hits 10-year high as Asian gas demand surges
Energy exploration has picked up sharply in Australia, driven by growing Asian gas demand, technological advances and an improved investment climate, with the Iran war underscor…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsFather and son pulled out alive four days after Venezuela earthquake
ootage shows search and rescue workers pulling out father and son from under the rubble of a collapsed building.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsBigger space, better living: what Northern Metropolis public flats have to offer
As Hong Kong marks the 29th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule on July 1, the South China Morning Post talks to the city’s senior officials about the administration’s achie…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsWho is Stephen Eustaquio, who scored for Canada against South Africa?
Eustaquio flip-flopped between his home country and that of his parents throughout his youth and senior career.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
Geopolitics‘If I am to die, let it be here’: Malawians fleeing unrest in South Africa
A mass return of Malawians from South Africa exposes the cost of migration, violence and broken livelihoods.
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