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Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsPassword manager maker LastPass says hackers stole customer support case data during Klue breach
This is the second data breach to affect LastPass customers in recent years, after one of the password manager's tech partners was recently breached.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsIsraeli Soldiers Fatally Shoot 2 People in Southern Lebanon, Health Officials Say
The shooting came a day after Israeli troops began operating under new orders intended to reduce the risk of flare-ups in its conflict with Iran-backed Hezbollah militants.
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsHaloBraid raises $7M from Seven Seven Six to end the six-hour hair salon appointment
HaloBraid aims to help salons speed up braiding with its first device, slated to launch later this year, that acts as a braiding assistant for professional stylists.
Source: Wired ·
Tech & StartupsBest Prime Day Action Cameras Deals I've Found (2026): GoPro, Insta360
Action cameras are perfect for capturing travel adventures, recording social media vlogs, and more. Make use of these great Prime Day deals.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsExperts fired by Trump resurrect mothballed climate website
Fired US federal workers have revived a defunct climate website — pushing back as the Trump administration escalates cuts to publicly funded science and research.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsAmerican envoy in Hong Kong upbeat on US-China ties, aims to engage city officials
The United States’ top envoy in Hong Kong has expressed optimism about US-China relations and pledged to continue seeking pragmatic and constructive ways to engage with the city’s…
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipWant to Raise Secure, Confident Kids? New Research Says It Comes Down to This Habit
A recent study suggests the screen-time debate has been directed at the wrong generation.
Source: Wired ·
Tech & Startups14 Walmart Deals We Like Better Than That Other Sale Happening Right Now
Welcome to Walmart deals for folks who’d rather not shop at Amazon. These are the best gadget deals at Walmart this Prime Day.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsLabor’s tax deal with the Greens is a crucial win – but its NDIS changes could pay the price
The victory may have dinged Labor’s chances of easily passing its significant cost-cutting reforms to the NDIS through the Senate in AugustFollow our Australia news live blog for …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWill Andy Burnham shake up the UK’s China policy if he becomes prime minister?
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s likely replacement could continue the outgoing leader’s pragmatic approach towards China, though addressing economic challenges at home would…
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipNBA Draft Night Is Just the Start. Here’s What Really Matters for Long-Term Success
The real win isn’t the contract. It’s who’s in your corner.
Source: Wired ·
Tech & StartupsI Love This Anker Power Bank So Much I Own Two—It's Now on Sale
The Anker 737 is my personal go-to power bank, and it's on sale for Amazon Prime Day.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsDozens of ships head through Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran deal
Traffic in the waterway has risen since the US and Iran signed a deal aimed at ending the war, including 42 ships on Saturday alone.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipKevin O’Leary’s Latest Warning: The Unexpected High-Paying Career AI Is Disrupting Next
The investor noted that the new tech is replacing a key role for many companies.
Source: Wired ·
Tech & StartupsStop Worrying About Storms With This Jackery Power Station—Half Off for Prime Day (2026)
Pick up this deal on Jackery’s whole-home backup battery and be ready for the next power outage.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsIndia: What’s driving the intense pressure on students?
The reported deaths of aspiring medical students in India have exposed the immense pressures of the country's high-stakes examination system and a worsening mental-health crisis.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipThe AI Blind Spot Costing Enterprises Millions (and How to Fix It)
New survey data reveals 79 percent of companies deploying agentic AI are suffering costly errors—and the traditional governance hacks IT teams rely on aren’t working.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipThe World Cup Framework: 3 Non-Negotiable Rules for a High-Performing Go-to-Market Team
Even trillion-dollar companies have sales problems. Here’s how to fix yours.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsU.S. and Iran’s Conflicting Claims on Nuclear Inspection Show Challenge Ahead
President Trump said that in the latest round of peace talks, Iran had agreed to full inspection of its nuclear sites. Iran’s government said it had not.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
Geopolitics40 People Drown in France Amid Scorching Temperatures
Most of the victims were young people swimming in unsupervised areas, officials said.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsFrom cool-down spots to chalk on windows - how Europe is coping with the heat
People across the continent are taking measures to cope with the searing temperatures gripping Europe.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsSri Lanka to appoint military-led dengue monitoring unit amid surge in cases
Health authorities have reported a total of 46,037 cases across the island, as of June 20
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsDozens of Awami League activists arrested in Bangladesh as party marks founding anniversary defying ban
Founded on June 23, 1949, when present-day Bangladesh was East Pakistan, the Awami League is the country's oldest political party and led the nation's 1971 Liberation War
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsMeta debuts new, cheaper smart glasses under its own brand
The smart glasses are available in several countries starting today in a variety of color and lens combinations.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsCongo’s Ebola outbreak has most cases in first month of any African outbreak, WHO says
The Bundibugyo outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo that has infected over 1,000 people and killed 267 was detected late and experts say the virus had already been cir…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsRussia considers fuel imports amid Ukraine’s strikes on refineries: newspaper
Russia is considering fuel imports and corresponding subsidies to cap prices as ways to mitigate supply disruptions of petrol and diesel caused by Ukrainian strikes on oil refine…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsAfter Wars and False Starts, Cautious Optimism for U.S.-Iran Talks
Tehran and Washington face myriad negotiating pitfalls. But both sides are exhausted and running out of options. They may finally need a deal.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWhat fuels global trade imbalances: China’s overcapacity or America’s failure to adapt?
China’s industrial overcapacity should not be singled out for blame amid trade imbalances, as economies worldwide are struggling to adapt to shifts in the global economy, contribu…
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipWhy Some Startups Win Funding and Others Don’t in the Age of AI
Investors aren’t buying solo acts anymore. They want the whole band.
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & Startups4 days left to save up to $190 on TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026
Four days left to save up to $190 on your pass to TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 — the ultimate founder bootcamp — before Early Bird rates end on June 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Registe…
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsRibbie turns real-time baseball stats into arcade-like, pixel-art broadcasts
Ribbie lets you follow along live with MLB games with a delightful, arcade-inspired interface.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIndia, U.K. hold meeting of key group, chart roadmap to deepen defence cooperation
“The deliberations were constructive and forward-looking, charting a robust roadmap for deepening defence cooperation and strengthening the enduring partnership between the Indian…
Source: NBC News – World ·
GeneralErling Haaland powers Norway into the next round and keeps pace in Golden Boot race
After tallying four goals in his first two World Cup games, the Manchester City striker is challenging Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé for the honor.
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsSquare Yards turns unicorn with Rs 900 Cr fundraise
Square Yards will use this funding round to expand its business and upgrade its technology infrastructure.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipShe Built a Multimillion-Dollar Empire on ‘Outworking Anything.’ Then a Major Life Event Forced Her to Slow Down
Codie Sanchez, the founder of Contrarian Thinking, recently opened up about how a personal endeavor required her to take an unexpected step back.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsEx-Chinese official’s son remanded in Hong Kong over HK$64m money laundering case
The son of a former mainland Chinese official has been remanded in custody in Hong Kong pending sentence for laundering more than HK$64 million, including a 4 million yuan bribe h…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsIrish government to contribute £197m to cross-border rail services
The money will come from the last allocation from the Irish government's Shared Island Fund.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsKenyan minister orders halt to construction of US Ebola facility
Decision comes after Aden Duale was held in contempt for ignoring previous high court ruling to stop work Kenya’s health minister told a court he had ordered preparations for a U…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsDon’t restrict AI in sports, ensure fair access, Hong Kong lawmaker urges
Hong Kong’s lawmaker for the sports sector has urged authorities to focus on ensuring fair access to AI rather than attempting to restrict its use, arguing that the technology has…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsUK prioritised ties with UAE over averting mass atrocities in Sudan, MPs to be told
Foreign Office failed to act on warnings of genocide due to ‘pressure’ from emirates, Yale human rights investigator will tell a parliamentary select committeeThe British governme…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsAfghan Taliban clamp down on women, smartphones, protests
The Taliban are tightening the screws on women's clothing, shooting at protesters and ordering even their own officials to stop using smartphones. Behind the regime's omnipresent …
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsWanted: Jobs, critical minerals as Zambia's election nears
Zambians head to the polls in August with jobs and living costs at the top of their concerns. The outcome could also impact the ongoing global competition for critical minerals an…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina builds record-breaking 100-metre observation tower in South China Sea
China has built the tallest environmental observation tower in the South China Sea, the country’s meteorological administration has said. Standing at 100 metres (330 feet) tall, t…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina’s trading crackdown seen boosting Hong Kong as official capital hub
China’s crackdown on cross-border securities trading could strengthen – rather than diminish – Hong Kong’s financial role, according to economists, as Beijing steers more capital …
Source: IEEE Spectrum ·
EngineeringWhy the U.S. Uses Only Half of Its Grid Capacity
By most accounts, the United States appears poised to fall woefully short of meeting new electricity demand over the next five years as data centers and domestic manufacturing pro…
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