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Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsUK’s King Charles breaks tradition to reveal US$17 million tax bill
King Charles will not live at Buckingham Palace after its 10-year refurbishment finishes next year, royal officials said on Thursday, ending nearly two centuries of the central L…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsEcuador edge Germany 2-1 to squeeze into World Cup last 32
Germany finish top of Group E, with Ivory Coast second and Ecuador will have a chance of qualifying on third place.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsA Chinese box office hit sparks a debate about identity in Singapore
A nostalgic tale about family, hope and hardship has opened an unexpected conversation.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsSupreme Court Expands Trump’s Power Over Immigration With TPS and Southern Border Decisions
The court handed President Trump victories in his push to rescind deportation protections for hundreds of thousands of people and turn away migrants at the southern border.
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsYouTube Shorts are getting even shorter with an update that lets you double the playback speed
YouTube Shorts is getting a makeover.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsMacBook, iPad to be costlier by up to Rs 70k
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Apple has increased prices for MacBooks and iPads in India, with some models seeing a 10% to 20% hike. • This pr…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHKEX pushes deeper into index business as AI reshapes Hong Kong market
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) is expanding into the index business with plans to launch more proprietary benchmarks and related investment products, as traditional marke…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIs the US banning drones from China until it can make better ones itself?
As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its founding, it confronts a new world order dominated by its relationship with China. In this wide-ranging series, we examine …
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela earthquakes live: Rescue efforts intensify as death toll hits 235
Residents are trapped beneath rubble of collapsed buildings after two major quakes hit Venezuela, killing at least 235.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsGermany poor in loss to Ecuador at 2026 World Cup
Germany had already qualified for the knockouts of the 2026 World Cup, but their performance was still disappointing in a 2-1 defeat.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsTighter Canadian Borders Limit U.S. Deportees Seeking Refuge
New Canadian policies and a longstanding border agreement with the United States will make heading north a tough route for Syrians and Haitians.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsWNBA: Alyssa Thomas suspended one game for fist into Cailtin Clark’s throat
Both players were on the floor when Thomas pushed her fist into Clark's throat before getting up and stepping over her.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela rescue teams race to find earthquake survivors
Rescue teams raced to find survivors and recover bodies after twin earthquakes rocked Venezuela on Wednesday.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsEU pitches Brazil a ‘more beneficial’ rare earths deal than US or China
The European Union is offering Brazil a “more beneficial” partnership on critical minerals than the United States or China, the bloc’s international partnerships commissioner said…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy Hong Kong’s bilingualism is uniquely indispensable in the AI era
Last week, while preparing a lecture on the visual culture of the Global South, I caught Google’s Gemini in a double hallucination. Cross-referencing a historical event between En…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsCharities condemn ‘arrogant’ plans to house asylum seekers at former military sites
Planning permission has been sought for three additional military sites Home Office plans to use three more former military sites to house thousands of asylum seekers have been co…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsAdani Airports to develop aerocities, invest 20k crore
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Determine monthly loan installments with a loan calculator. • Estimate returns on Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) …
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipFord Made This 1 Miscalculation on AI—and Then Had to Hire More Humans to Fix It
After topping a prestigious ranking, Ford got candid about fixing AI-related mistakes.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipIs the Era of Swiping Officially Over? Once Worth $7 Billion, Bumble Explores a Sale Amid User Slump
As paying users fall and engagement weakens, the dating app is reportedly working with Morgan Stanley on a potential sale.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsFresh dispute emerges over Strait of Hormuz transit routes despite MoU
Naval Force of IRGC warns vessels transiting the strait must use only routes officially designated by Iran
Source: NBC News – World ·
GeneralWhat to know about ‘doublet’ earthquakes like the destructive pair that hit Venezuela
Venezuela’s pair of earthquakes is considered a doublet sequence. It’s not rare to have two quakes in short succession, but in this case, that most likely led to more destruction.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsEconomic losses mount as Venezuela earthquake death toll grows
Initial forecasts suggest damage could cost as much as 7 percent of the South American nation's GDP.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsLess Islamism, More Nationalism
In Iran and across the Middle East, the bond between religion and politics is getting weaker.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsAfter Supreme Court TPS Ruling, What Conditions May Haitian and Syrian Deportees Face?
The Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration could end humanitarian protections for many Haitians and Syrians in the United States, clearing the way for their potential d…
Source: Inc. ·
Entrepreneurship‘They’re Afraid of What She Said’: Inside Meta’s High-Stakes Legal Fight Against a Former Executive
Former Facebook policy executive Sarah Wynn-Williams says Meta used arbitration to silence her—even when she stayed silent.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsKing and Queen will not live at Buckingham Palace after £369m refit
Charles and Camilla to remain at Clarence House and are said to want the public to have more access to ‘monarchy HQ’King Charles’s tax bill: what did we learn and what is still in…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsKing Charles III Has Paid More Than $39.6 Million in Taxes, Palace Discloses in a U.K. First
Charles released his tax information for the period he has been king of Britain as part of a push for greater transparency after the scandal involving the former Prince Andrew.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsTaylor Swift’s reported text to Blake Lively sparks fresh speculation
Taylor Swift and actress Blake Lively seem to have experienced a lot of setbacks in their bond as rumors swirl about how the pop star has cut her off ahead of her wedding to Travi…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsKing Charles’s tax bill: what did we learn, and what is still in the dark?
We know the monarch paid £24.6m in tax over the last two years, but we still don’t know how wealthy he actually isCrown estate makes more than £1bn profit for third year runningKi…
Source: The Washington Post – World ·
GeopoliticsKing Charles reveals his personal tax bill. Spoiler alert: He’s very rich.
The first-ever tax disclosure by a British monarch was partly intended to contain the damage from revelations about the finances of the king’s disgraced brother, Andrew.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsKarl Stefanovic to leave Nine immediately after Today host’s podcast controversy
Network says it was ‘no longer possible’ for Stefanovic to host Today, days after he interviewed far-right activist Tommy Robinson on independent podcastFollow our Australia news …
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsAid official says groups are mobilizing to provide shelter and water to quake victims.
Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • At least 235 people were killed and over 4,300 injured in back-to-back earthquakes that hit Venezuela's northern st…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUN agency pauses Hormuz ship evacuation initiative after vessel attacked
Iran warns vessels to use only Tehran-approved routes as IMO halts Hormuz evacuation after ship struck.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela quake leaves La Guaira in almost total devastation
La Guaira, the region hardest hit by two earthquakes in Venezuela, has been left devastated.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsDutch fans party in Kansas City ahead of World Cup clash with Tunisia
Netherlands supporters got the party going in Kansas City, US ahead of their final group stage game against Tunisia.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipBrands Roll Out New Products in Summer with Varying Success
Every product reset creates a real-world test for innovation, and the shopper always has the final say.
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Excited about growth of quick commerce here'
Increasingly Investing Substantial Amounts In AWS, Cloud & AI Biz: Amazon CEO Jassy
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsNetanyahu: ‘We will remain in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza as long as required’
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israeli forces will maintain a presence in southern Lebanon, Syria and Gaza.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela twin quakes death toll hits 235 as rescuers comb rubble for survivors
Venezuelans searched for survivors beneath collapsed buildings on Thursday and rescue teams raced to northern areas rocked by a pair of powerful earthquakes that officials say kil…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsOld tariffs may return if 301 probe 'successful': Scott Bessent
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Determine monthly installment amounts for loans with a calculator. • Estimate returns on systematic investment plans …
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipThe Music Venue That Launched Dolly Parton and Taylor Swift Is Seeking a New Owner
Ryman Hospitality Properties is reportedly looking to sell its 70 percent stake in the Opry Entertainment Group, which includes the Grand Ole Opry.
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsPatronus AI lands $50M to build ‘digital worlds’ that stress-test AI agents
Agent-testing startup Patronus AI, founded by former Meta AI researchers, is experiencing nearly insatiable demand, its investor says.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsUS hearing warns Chinese economic espionage now targets AI
The United States has been asleep for decades as China undercut US economic strength by stealing ideas, technologies and, more recently, artificial intelligence advances, with the…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAshura ceremonies intertwine faith and support for state in Iran
State-backed Ashura events showcase leaders killed by US, Israel, seen as martyrs in the mould of Imam Hussein.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsKenya’s Kandie gets seven-year ban for doping violations
Kibiwott Kandie initially faced an eight-year ban split evenly across two violations, but received a one-year reduction.
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