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Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsAs China’s tech firms adapt to AI era, workers worry they’ll be ‘optimised’ out of a job
When a friend checked in on a Meituan employee late last month to see if he had survived the latest round of corporate culling at the food delivery giant, he responded drily: “I d…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsSpain beat Uruguay 1-0 to clinch World Cup Group H top spot
Spain wins World Cup group, beating Uruguay 1-0 as Fernando Muslera’s error sends two-time champions home.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Venezuela's twin earthquakes leave nearly 1,000 dead, trail of despair
Venezuela reels from twin earthquakes, with the death toll tragically climbing to 920 and over 50,000 reported missing amidst widespread devastation. Rescue efforts are in full sw…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsSnow and ice on Swiss glaciers melting at alarming rate amid heatwave, expert says
Accumulation on Switzerland’s glaciers from last winter expected to all be gone by Monday amid ‘enormous’ melt rates across AlpsSwiss glaciers are set to lose an enormous amount o…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsUS eases ban on AI model Mythos feared to aid cyberattacks
The US government has allowed Anthropic to release its powerful Claude Mythos 5 artificial intelligence model to some “trusted” US organisations, partially reversing an order two …
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsHow Shashi Kumar built Akshayakalpa into a Rs 700 Cr enterprise with just 2,800 farmers
In this episode of the Prime Venture Partners Podcast, Shashi Kumar, Founder & CEO of Akshayakalpa, speaks about building a profitable Rs 60-crore-a-month business working with 2,…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsUS conducts strikes on Iran after attack on cargo ship
US Central Command says it has struck missile and drone storage facilities and coastal radar positions.
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsHistory, power, talent: Montreal Museum of Fine Arts showcases beauty of Roman sculpture
In this photo essay, we feature some highlights from an outstanding exhibition of Roman sculpture at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsUtah declares emergency, bans fireworks ahead of July 4 as largest US wildfire rages
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Utah will celebrate Independence Day without fireworks due to a state of emergency caused by the largest wildfire in …
Source: NBC News – World ·
GeneralSatellite images show scope of devastation in Venezuela after dual earthquakes
Satellite photos showed the destruction in Venezuela left by two powerful earthquakes that struck Wednesday and left more than 900 people dead
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsCape Verde qualify for World Cup Round of 32, set up date with Argentina
Cape Verde's third draw gives them a second-place finish in Group H and pits them against the world champions in the knockouts.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsU.K. sets new June temperature record for third day in a row: Met Office
A provisional 37.3 C record temperature was chalked up in Santon Downham, a village in Suffolk, in southeast England, said the Met Office, breaking the previous high of 36.9°C set…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsNewly released video exposes Henry Nowak killer’s lies
Newly released footage has exposed the series of lies that led UK police to arrest a dying stabbing victim.
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsWhy value fashion is becoming India’s dominant retail story
Indian consumers are not merely seeking cheaper clothes. They are seeking fashionable, trend-relevant apparel at prices that feel justified by the value delivered. The demand is n…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsUS-Israel-Lebanon deal: Hezbollah warns of 'civil war'; rejects 'disarmament'
Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • TOI World Desk is staffed by experienced journalists and writers who gather global news and diverse perspectives ar…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsNo debut, but loud cheers: Belfast crowd shows love for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's India debut is still pending, but the focus shifted to Ireland's historic 34-run victory in the first T20I. Despite the loss, Shreyas Iye…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWest Asia war LIVE: U.S. and Iran trade strikes, putting new strain on ceasefire
Israel, Lebanon sign framework agreement with U.S. in ‘first step’ toward peace, says Rubio
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsUS approves limited rollout of Anthropic's Mythos 5 AI model
US authorities have partially lifted restrictions on Anthropic's advanced AI model, Mythos 5, granting access to select cybersecurity firms. This follows earlier concerns over nat…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsMagnitude 6.5 quake hits off southern Philippines
The 7.8-magnitude tremor that hit Mindanao on June 8 brought down buildings, triggered landslides and displaced thousands on the southern island, while also setting off tsunami wa…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsJD Vance says ‘violence will be met with violence’ after strikes on Iran – as it happened
This live blog is now closed.US says it struck Iran targets after attack on cargo ship on the strait of HormuzSign up for the Breaking News US emailHayes went on:As national secur…
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsWhat is digital services tax and why does Trump want 100% tariffs on it?
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 100% tariff on all goods from countries that impose digital…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsBangkok’s ‘Hulk’ governor wants a second chance to smash it
You hear “The Hulk” before you see him: Chadchart Sittipunt’s voice carries as he canvasses for a second term as Bangkok governor in the tight, twisting alleys of a working-class …
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsOpenAI’s Jalapeño AI chip; Nekko’s next growth engine
OpenAI has stepped beyond the world of models by announcing its first-ever custom-built chip named Jalapeño. Bengaluru-based Nekko is positioning itself as an AI and machine learn…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsCourt upholds Weinstein rape conviction
A California court has upheld the conviction of disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein but said a lower court judge must resentence him. Allegations against Weinstein sparked the …
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela Live Updates: Trump’s Vow to ‘Run’ Venezuela Is Tested After Quakes
The U.S. dispatched hundreds of rescue workers to help the Venezuelan government, as the injured overwhelmed hospitals and the death toll rose to 920. The Pentagon sent two ships…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsJust how much trouble is Canada's economy in?
Five charts help illustrate the state of Canada's economy - and how it's performing compared to other wealthy nations.
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsAnother earthquake hits Venezuela, 2 days after twin quakes kill over 900 people
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • A magnitude 4.9 earthquake hit Venezuela's northern coast, just two days after two massive earthquakes (7.2 and …
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsU.S. Strikes Iran in Retaliation for Attack on Vessel in Strait of Hormuz
President Trump on Friday called Iran’s attack on a container ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz a day earlier a “foolish” act.
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'We failed': Abhishek Sharma explains India's shock defeat to Ireland
Ireland secured a historic 34-run victory over reigning T20 World Cup champions India in the first T20I at Belfast. Despite a blistering 50 off 20 balls from Abhishek Sharma, Indi…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsTalking when you eat is bad for you, and other Chinese beliefs
“What did your family talk about at the dinner table?” Snug under the Tuscan sun, at a writing retreat on a permaculture farm outside Florence, I was ready to mine my fondest food…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsMake use of FTAs, other schemes to boost shipments, government tells businesses
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Government asks businesses to utilize free trade agreements (FTAs) and schemes for export promotion. • Schemes includ…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsNations Send Rescue Teams and Aid to Venezuela After Earthquakes
The number of the dead continues to rise as search-and-rescue teams descended upon the country to dig out people buried in rubble.
Source: NBC News – World ·
GeneralU.S. looks overseas for mining as munition supply dwindles in Iran War
In South Korea, an American company is mining for tungsten, which is used to make weapons and munitions as the war with Iran dwindles supplies. Trade tensions with China have stra…
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsTrump Admin releases Anthropic Mythos to be used by more than 100 US companies, agencies
Over 100 companies and government agencies are reportedly authorized to use Mythos 5, including their non-American employees.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong is betting on integration with mainland China but what are the risks?
In the second of a two-part series on the economy as Hong Kong marks 29 years since its return to Chinese rule, Lo Hoi Ying and Leopold Chen look at the city’s efforts at closer i…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsCoffee, chillies and cashews: a new recipe to spice up China-Africa trade relations
As China’s relationship with African countries deepens, the country’s influence is spreading into more areas. In our series Jevans Nyabiage looks at how Beijing’s blanket import c…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChinese grandpa works as beauty influencer to fund disabled grandson’s costly treatment
A 75-year-old grandfather became a beauty influencer to raise money for his grandson with a rare disease, saying he did so out of love for his only daughter. Zhu Yunchang, from ea…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsFIFA World Cup: Record-breaker Messi rested for Argentina's group finale vs Jordan
To manage Lionel Messi's workload, Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni has decided to bench the captain for the last Group J match against Jordan. This tactical choice comes after th…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsScenes of Collapse: The Emergency at Venezuela’s Hospitals
A snapshot of the toll of the country’s twin quakes.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsPete Buttigieg briefly separated from children after false police report
Buttigieg says the day he spent separated from his twins was "among the darkest hours of my life".
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsFTC gives Musk the OK to acquire SpaceX alumni startup Mesh
Mesh came out of stealth in February with a $50 million Series A.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsPolygamous sect leader guilty of abuse after girls found in trailer on highway
Self-proclaimed prophet Samuel Bateman already serving 50-year prison sentence over child sexual abuseA polygamous sect leader already serving a 50-year federal prison sentence fo…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsReligion row as Texas makes Bible stories required reading in schools
Critics say the new reading requirements infringe on religious freedoms and blur the separation of church and state.
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela Earthquake: Death toll tops 920, over 50,000 missing as rescue efforts intensify
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The death toll from twin earthquakes in Venezuela has risen above 920, with over 50,000 people still missing and hund…
Source: Wired ·
Tech & StartupsTrump Administration Allows Anthropic to Release Mythos to Select US Organizations
After weeks of negotiations, the White House permitted Anthropic to grant access to its most advanced AI model to a select group of US companies and government agencies.
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