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Geopolitics

Houthi blockade of Saudi trade threatens wider Middle East conflict

South China Morning Post – World · China

Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Tehran-allied Houthi movement edged closer to opening a new front in the Iran war overnight, after Riyadh bombed the port city of Hode…

Geopolitics

China dad’s growth hormone investment for daughter sparks debate over societal pressure

South China Morning Post – World · China

A father in central China, who spends 6,000 yuan (US$880) a month on “growth shots” for his daughter, has ignited a heated online debate regarding height anxie…

Geopolitics

Former NATO intern arrested in Belgium on spying charge

The Hindu – World · India

“She ⁠is suspected of spying on behalf ​of ‌a third Country and of being a member of ‌a criminal organisation,” ​the prosecutor said in a ⁠statement

Geopolitics

Canadian Intern at NATO Military HQ Is Arrested on Suspicion of Spying

The New York Times – World · US

The authorities in Belgium did not name the country that the intern, a woman “of Chinese origin,” is suspected of spying for.

Geopolitics

Beneath the waters of Hong Kong’s Lamma Island, a silent super plant is at work

South China Morning Post – World · China

On a sunny July afternoon along the shores of Hong Kong’s Lamma Island, the receding tide reveals an unassuming patch of greenery that scientists describe as t…

Geopolitics

Who Are the People Out Protesting in India?

The New York Times – World · US

Some of the young demonstrators describe the anger, frustration and desires that drove them into the streets to join a movement that is testing the government …

Geopolitics

Born too soon: Premature babies fight for survival in Gaza

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israel's genocidal war on Gaza is causing a surge in premature births and endangering mothers' health.

Geopolitics

Eco wins: Cities, creatures, and tech are saving the day

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

From an AI-powered cute little pangolin, heat mapping to cool down cities and animals reducing wildfire risks by doing their thing, these real-world climate ha…

Geopolitics

France and Spain race to control wildfires as suburbs of Bordeaux begin evacuation – live

The Guardian – World · Europe

Officials in Spain warn winds could worsen fires on SaturdayTell us: have you been affected by wildfires in Europe?Authorities in Spain said weather conditions…

Geopolitics

US Senator brings in Bill seeking 3-year pause on H-1B visas, standardised $100,000 fee

Indian Express – World · India

- Senator Tim Sheehy introduced the End H-1B Abuse Act to pause new H-1B visas for three years, formalize Trump’s $100k fee, and overhaul the program to priori…

Geopolitics

Guterres arrives in Syria in first official visit by a UN chief in 17 years

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The UN chief will meet Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who was under UN Security Council sanctions until last year.

Geopolitics

Army rescues 57 stranded as major flood relief operation begins in Gujarat's Navsari

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with a dedicated team to deliver current, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, the team gathers, verifies, a…

Geopolitics

'Sack Pradhan from Cabinet': Rahul says ministerial reshuffle won't quell protest

Times of India – World · India

"Students have three demands, and these are not negotiable demands... The first demand is that the Education Minister, who is corrupt, incompetent, and misalig…

Geopolitics

Hop On issuing more Tai Po fire refunds after sorting ‘chaotic’ records: minister

South China Morning Post – World · China

The administrator of the fire-hit Hong Kong estate is still settling contracts and gradually issuing refunds to owners after organising tens of thousands of do…

Geopolitics

Antonio Guterres set to be first UN chief to visit Syria since before 2011 war

The Hindu – World · India

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is expected to address Syria’s new Parliament on July 27, and will ‌visit a U.N. peacekeeping force

Geopolitics

Trump says US ‘locked and loaded’, vows more Iran strikes while hinting at talks

South China Morning Post – World · China

US missiles struck targets across ⁠Iran on Friday and President Donald Trump vowed “major military punishment” for Tehran and its Houthi allies in Yemen, thoug…

Geopolitics

Army gets demo of indigenous counter-drone system 'Bhargavastra'

Times of India – World · India

India has demonstrated Bhargavastra, a new counter-swarm drone system. This vehicle-mounted system integrates advanced sensors and a dual-layered kill mechanis…

Geopolitics

Almost 75% of England’s riverbanks ‘off limits’ to public, figures show

The Guardian – World · Europe

Campaigners urge government to introduce right of access to water, particularly as heatwaves become more commonAlmost three-quarters of riverbanks in England h…

Geopolitics

President Donald Trump says Israeli PM Netanyahu to visit U.S. next week

The Hindu – World · India

The meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington comes as the U.S.-Israel war with Iran enters its f…

Geopolitics

India's para cyclist Lisha Das rejects federation's support, opts for own kit and flag

Times of India – World · India

- Minor para cyclist Lisha Das escalates dispute with India's sports authorities ahead of Commonwealth Games. - Conflict arises as she prepares to compete in…

Geopolitics

Trump: ‘I’m running for a fourth term as President of the United States’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

During the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, Trump joked about running for a fourth presidential term.

Geopolitics

CJP says 'ab aayega aur maza' as farmers to join Jantar Mantar protest on Sunday

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk features a dedicated team of journalists working 24/7 to deliver timely, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, they gather,…

Geopolitics

Commonwealth Games: Gymnast Langton’s headfirst crash leads to concussion

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Gabriel Langton suffers concussion after headfirst crash off horizontal bar in the ⁠final rotation of the competition.

Geopolitics

Trump’s ‘not an easy evening’ reaction as WSJ wins award for Jeffrey Epstein report

Indian Express – World · India

- Trump awkwardly watched WSJ reporters win awards for a 2019 story on his alleged 2003 letter to Epstein, which sparked his $10B defamation lawsuit. - The a…

Geopolitics

Man, 20, arrested over bomb hoax in comments posted on SCMP’s social media

South China Morning Post – World · China

A social media user has been arrested on suspicion of making a bomb hoax, which included threats of violence, in comments posted on the South China Morning Pos…

Geopolitics

India: CJP-Government to return to talks as protests grow

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The Cockroack Janta Party-led protests are likely to swell in size over the weekend as office-goers join in. Meanwhile, a second round of talks with the govern…

Geopolitics

28 Indians onboard Mozambique-flagged vessel safe after attack in Iranian territorial waters

The Hindu – World · India

“The Embassy has been in close contact with the relevant authorities and has confirmed that all Indian crew members are safe,” the Indian Embassy said in a sta…

Geopolitics

US-Iran conflict expands beyond battlefield as Red Sea attacks open new front

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk employs seasoned journalists and writers to cover global events with diverse perspectives. - Prioritizes accuracy, depth, and timeliness in …

Geopolitics

'Cops everywhere': Wangchuk's wife Gitanjali claims he's under constant police vigil

Times of India – World · India

Sonam Wangchuk, hours after he ended his 26-day hunger strike in the presence of Union ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh, said he made the decision only af…

Geopolitics

Delay in Dhanush procurement leaves Army short of modern guns

Times of India – World · India

The Public Accounts Committee has criticized the Defence Ministry for procurement delays. Significant gaps existed between Army needs and new artillery system…

Geopolitics

Job fears in changing world make AI a hot subject at China’s vocational schools

South China Morning Post – World · China

Five years after graduating from a vocational school in the southern Chinese tech hub of Shenzhen, Chen Hao found himself working as a salesman for a local ele…

Geopolitics

CWG 2026: No ban on handshakes with Pakistan players, receiving gifts forbidden

Times of India – World · India

- Indian athletes at the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi can choose to shake hands or exchange pleasantries with Pakistani competitors. - The decision to eng…

Geopolitics

West Asia war LIVE: Houthis claim missile attack on Saudi's Jizan; U.S. military 'disables' tanker trying to evade Iran port blockade

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. President Trump describes negotiations with Iran as “by far the most serious that we’ve seen”

Geopolitics

Venezuelans hold vigil one month after devastating earthquakes

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

One month after Venezuela’s earthquakes, families are still searching collapsed buildings for missing loved ones.

Geopolitics

South Africa’s le Clos breaks Commonwealth Games record with 19th medal

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A record 19th medal took South Africa's Chad le Clos past shooters Phil Adams of Australia and Mick Gault of England.

Geopolitics

‘The show must go on’, Trump says at White House correspondents’ dinner rescheduled after shooting

The Hindu – World · India

“We will not be intimidated. We refuse to let an act of violence have the final word,” said White House Correspondents’ Association president Weijia Jiang

Geopolitics

Syria’s US$216 billion rebuild offers a Hormuz alternative

South China Morning Post – World · China

For years, Syria was a wound the world watched fester: a country carved up by war, sanctioned into isolation and reduced to a byword for state collapse. Its ec…

Geopolitics

Ukraine insists Japan’s pacifist rules permit Patriot missile help

South China Morning Post – World · China

Ukraine hopes to gain support from Japan as it looks to produce Patriot air defence systems under US licence, citing the expertise of Mitsubishi Heavy Industri…

Geopolitics

Shenzhen rail and air services cancelled as southern China braces for Typhoon Noul

South China Morning Post – World · China

Trains were stopped, schools were halted and residents were evacuated in southern China as Typhoon Noul headed towards the coast. The National Meteorological C…

Geopolitics

U.S. court rejects Trump administration bid to revive $100,000 H-1B visa fee

The Hindu – World · India

President Donald Trump had issued a proclamation in September last year imposing a $100,000 fee for obtaining new H-1B visas

Geopolitics

'No question of retirement': BCCI rubbishes speculation over Rohit Sharma's future

Times of India – World · India

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla has dismissed rumors regarding Rohit Sharma's retirement. He stated there is no question of the Indian opener retiring at thi…

Geopolitics

Trump takes swipes at press during White House Correspondents' Dinner

BBC News – World · Europe

The event celebrated press freedom after the first dinner was cancelled by a shooting in April.

Geopolitics

Delhi Police claims only 3,000 cops present for 10,000 protesters, file 15 FIRs

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk has a dedicated team working 24/7 to deliver current and comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, they gather, verify, and pre…

Geopolitics

Kerala Plus Two SAY Result 2026 declared, scorecards available here

Times of India – World · India

The Kerala Plus Two SAY and Improvement Examination Results 2026 have been declared on July 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Students can access their provisional scorec…

Geopolitics

Elon Musk’s Starship completes most successful test flight, deploys 20 Starlink satellites before splashdown

Indian Express – World · India

- SpaceX's 13th Starship test flight succeeded with a controlled Indian Ocean splashdown, deploying 20 Starlink satellites and marking its best re-entry yet. …

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