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Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong parents plead as baby Danny held in care and daughter may not return from Sweden
Hong Kong social welfare authorities have classified baby Danny as a “high-risk” child and recommended he remain in protective care, while Sweden has moved to permanently transfer…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsSouth Africa stun South Korea to reach World Cup knockouts for the first time
Bafana Bafana, playing in the tournament for the first time since they hosted it in 2010, have reached the round of 32.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump opens 250th US birthday party with a campaign-style rally
US President Donald Trump opened 16 days of celebrations for America’s 250th anniversary Wednesday with a rally-style speech – turning a national commemoration into a highly polit…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsVaibhav Sooryavanshi's parents arrive in Belfast ahead of potential India debut
Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the youngest ever selected for India's men's team, is poised for a potential international debut against Ireland. His rapid rise, marked by…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Venezuela, Japan & California shaken by powerful quakes within hours
A day of powerful seismic activity saw major earthquakes strike Venezuela, Japan, and California. Venezuela experienced the most devastating impact with twin quakes causing fatali…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsAnthropic accuses Chinese rival Alibaba of illicitly extracting AI capabilities
The firm alleged that Alibaba used fraudulent accounts to access data from its Claude AI model.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsDelhi horror: After 10-year-old's rape, murder, accused cleaned cab, took ride
A habitual offender, Basu Singh, allegedly abducted, raped, and murdered a 10-year-old girl before attempting to meticulously erase evidence. He changed clothes and scrubbed his …
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela earthquake: 32 killed, over 700 injured; state of emergency declared
In the wake of devastating twin earthquakes, Venezuela has declared a national state of emergency. Infrastructure has been severely impacted, with many buildings reduced to rubble…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsExpert blames spread of smoke as main cause of deaths in Wang Fuk Court blaze
This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing. An independent committee will wrap up he…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela Hit by 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Two massive earthquakes, magnitude 7.2 and 7.5, struck Venezuela on Wednesday, killing at least 32 people and injurin…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela earthquakes live: state of emergency declared after officials warn of widespread damage and high casualties
Two powerful earthquakes – with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 – sent residents running into the streets as buildings shook and collapsedVenezuela earthquakes: back-to-back quakes coll…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsSnap sued over rape of minor who connected to adult attacker on Snapchat
The lawsuit claims the social media company has refused to disable dangerous features in its app or warn parents about potential harms it may cause
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsIndependent MPs launch new Australian centrist party
Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender say Community Strong Australia will offer citizens 'reason over rage'.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsThe ICE raids are over, but some Minnesotans say they still live in fear
Six months after he Trump administration's immigration crackdown ended, Minneapolis is still feeling the impact.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsThis Indian state is trying to ensure no one grows old alone
Kerala is searching for new ways to care for its ageing population as migration leaves more elderly people living alone.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWest Asia war LIVE: U.S. promises to protect Gulf states' interests in Iran talks
Tehran has emerged emboldened from the war, vowing not to relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz and going so far as to call its initial deal with Washington to stop the fight…
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsThe next phase of fraud prevention in India’s fintech ecosystem
Doing a VAPT (Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing) twice a year just doesn't cut it anymore. A compliance audit only tells you if you were secure last Tuesday. The at…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIs Malaysia risking its world-class coral reefs for offshore oil?
Every booking inquiry that lands in dive operator Richard Swann’s inbox these days carries the same undertow of anxiety. Before his clients commit to a dive trip off Kota Kinabalu…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsIs Cricket more global than Football? One has more people, the other more countries
As the Cricket vs Football debate resurfaces during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this analysis argues that population figures alone don't determine a sport's global reach. While crick…
Source: BBC News – World ·
Geopolitics'I thought building would fall on top of me' - Venezuelans describe earthquake panic
Two quakes hit the capital seconds apart, the first at a magnitude of 7.2 and the second at 7.5.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsLast Islamic State-linked Australian woman from Syrian camp to return despite previous ban
Home affairs minister Tony Burke says return permit ‘has to be issued’ following advice from agencies and lawyersFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our brea…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsRutte attempts to ease Trump-NATO rift over Iran ahead of annual summit
NATO chief Mark Rutte visited the White House to ease tensions with Trump ahead of next month's NATO summit.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsNo respite for Tata Sons as RBI tightens NBFC norms
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Reeba Zachariah is a financial journalist who covers Indian business, hospitality, retail, travel, liquor, and consum…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsTeen found not guilty of plotting terror attack on Peter Dutton after court hears of ‘edgy joke’
Queensland boy, now aged 17, wrote of ‘autistic interest in bombs’ alongside notes speaking to his troubled state of mind, court toldFollow our Australia news live blog for latest…
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsThe real EV revolution begins after the vehicles are sold
The next phase of India's electric mobility journey will be defined less by vehicle launches and more by ownership confidence. From charging convenience and battery health to afte…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsMystery of Gracie the giraffe deepens as sheriff calls recapture claims a tall story
Sheriff in rural Texas says ‘it’s still at large’ after claim Gracie had been located after wandering off private ranchFor almost two weeks, residents of a rural Texas county have…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump kicks off America’s 250th celebration with campaign-style rally
President on National Mall rattles off list of apparent victories and says ‘I am thrilled to declare America is back’ Donald Trump kicked off what was intended to be a “spectacula…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsLoss of fugitive transfer deals a ‘pity’ and only helps criminals, Chris Tang says
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 ·
GeopoliticsInside China’s ideological training camp where PLA top brass study Xi’s speeches
Hundreds of China’s top military officials have spent weeks at an unprecedented ideology training camp – studying President Xi Jinping’s speeches, reading corrupt cadres’ confessi…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsSouthbound Stock Connect flows surge to record US$152b driven by Hong Kong’s IPO revival
Southbound Stock Connect flows, through which mainland Chinese investors buy Hong Kong listed shares, hit a record high in the past year, reflecting strong confidence in the city’…
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsAmazon expands quick service in India; MoEngage acquires AI infra startup Aampe
Amazon plans to scale its micro fulfilment centres and urban fulfilment centres to house an expanded selection of daily essentials.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump gets in shouting match with Republican senator amid standoff over housing bill and president’s anger at war powers vote – as it happened
This live blog is now closed.Trump abruptly cancels signing of bill aimed at lowering housing costSign up for the Breaking News US emailA man or a movement? That was the question …
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics19 fours, 6 sixes! Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's younger brother Ashirvad hits blistering century
Young cricketer Ashirvad Sooryavanshi, just 10 years old, is making waves with his exceptional batting. He recently smashed a stunning 168 off 119 balls in a practice match, foll…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsAustralia teen social media ban has little impact: research
Underage users have been dodging the restrictions by using accounts registered to older people, setting up fake accounts, or by logging into private browsers
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsMalaysian student dies after collapsing during rugby training at school
A Form Two male student died after collapsing during a rugby training session at a secondary school in Telok Mas, Malaysia’s Melaka state. The 14-year-old is believed to have lost…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsCrude slips toward $70 as tankers return to Hormuz after US-Iran reach peace deal
Crude oil prices have plummeted towards pre-war levels as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz resumes, alleviating supply worries. Following a surge past $126, oil is now …
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics‘Felt humiliated’: How row over train door turned deadly in Mumbai local; passenger stabbed
A shocking act of violence unfolded on a Mumbai local train as a clothing store employee allegedly stabbed a co-passenger to death following an argument over a train door. The dis…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsRussian opposition leader jailed over anti-war social media posts
Russian opposition leader jailed over anti-war social media posts.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsVictorian Liberal party in turmoil as MP denies colleague’s accusations of assault
Police confirm they are investigating as sources close to accused MP say he vehemently denies the allegations and is considering legal actionFollow our Australia news live blog fo…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Roads split, buildings crumble as two quakes in 39 seconds jolt Venezuela
Venezuela experienced a shocking dual earthquake event, registering magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, striking near San Felipe and Yumare. The tremors led to extensive damage including c…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsPower of Hong Kong’s new national security regulation must be exercised prudently
The recent enactment of the Safeguarding National Security (Procedural Matters) Regulation has generated significant interest and commentary on Hong Kong’s legal landscape. It is …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong can take the regulatory high road amid US-China AI decoupling
The market realignment over the past week starkly captures the self-defeating logic of America’s technology containment strategy. The momentum began on June 15, when the shares of…
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsAI services to agentic AI: Nekko is building its next growth engine for business process transformation
Bengaluru-based startup Nekko began as an AI services company but is increasingly betting on proprietary products, including computer vision systems and agentic AI solutions.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsBack-to-back powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela, buildings collapse in capital Caracas
People evacuated swaying buildings in Caracas and remained outside, many visibly shocked as they saw entire walls that had collapsed, making furniture visible from the street
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsNo tsunami warning after magnitude 6.9 quake strikes Japan's northeast
The epicentre of the quake was off the coast of Iwate prefecture, at the depth of about 50 km, and no damage from tsunami is feared except for slight sea level changes
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