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Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
Geopolitics3 dead, 5 injured in Philippine school shooting
Three people have died and five injured in a school shooting in Central Philippines, police said. One of the two alleged suspects – a 15-year-old Grade 9 student of the school – i…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
Geopolitics‘Lying flat’ goes mainstream, Singapore mall finds God: 5 weekend reads you missed
We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please con…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsDriver escapes as Ferrari catches fire near Hong Kong light rail stop
A Ferrari caught fire near a light rail stop in Hong Kong’s Tin Shui Wai on Monday morning. Police said the driver reported the fire at 10.41am after exiting the black vehicle, wh…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsDoes This Radio Host Really Know Everyone in Wales?
Elis James thinks he has a friend in common with just about everyone else in Wales. Don’t believe him? Give him 60 seconds to prove it.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipWant a Sharper Brain? A Massive Harvard Study of 159,347 People Says Start Eating Like This
Six good diets: but one stood out.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsAustralia politics live: tests confirm second H5N1 bird flu infection as agriculture minister calls situation ‘very concerning’’
Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastHume has no problem with more debate on NDIS changes, but criticises ‘horse trading’ between Lab…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsJapan quintuples visa fees in first price hike since 1978
Authorities say they do not expect the hikes to have an "immediate impact on inbound tourism".
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsDrone scare over Moscow: Four airports shut, nearly 60 UAVs shot down
Moscow's airspace faced disruption as air defence systems intercepted 59 drones targeting the capital, leading to a temporary shutdown of all four airports. This incident highligh…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsMalaysia’s nationwide diesel subsidy gets citizens all pumped up
Malaysian consumers and small business owners have welcomed the government’s decision to introduce subsidised diesel at 2.10 ringgit (50 US cents) per litre (0.3 gallons) nationwi…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump-backed political outsider wins Colombia election, initial count shows
Abelardo de la Espriella appears to have narrowly defeated his rival Iván Cepeda, who says the preliminary count is "not yet official or binding".
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsCrimea halts fuel sales after Ukraine strikes cause shortages
Gas sales in Russian-controlled Crimea have halted after Ukrainian drone strikes on the peninsula’s supply route.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsClearance rates hit six-year low as more than half of Australian homes up for auction fail to sell
Preliminary data show 47.7% of homes sold at auction in the week ending 21 June, the lowest rate has been since April 2020Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsJapanese fans clean up stands after celebrating World Cup win
Japanese fans stayed behind after celebrating their 4-0 victory over Tunisia, by collecting rubbish from the stands.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsChina retaliates against US blacklist, targets defence & rare earth firms with export controls
China has retaliated against US export controls by imposing its own restrictions on 10 American defense and rare earth companies. Additionally, Beijing has banned government procu…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsKey points from the first round of Iran-U.S. talks
Here are the main points from the joint Qatar-Pakistan statement at the conclusion of first-round talks
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsAbelardo De La Espriella, Trump-Backed Rightist, Headed for Win in Colombia
A victory for Abelardo De La Espriella, a lawyer with no previous political experience, would be a rebuke to the left and another win for the right in Latin America.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsBlast at Qatar gas facility leaves at least 54 hurt, 18 missing
An explosion tore through Qatar’s key natural gas export terminal Sunday night as workers tried to resume operations there after Iran bombed it during the war, causing a fire that…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Restore water supply': CJP founder as protesters spend second night at Jantar Mantar
Protesters at Jantar Mantar, led by Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke, are demanding the restoration of water supply and better facilities amidst their sit-in over the …
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Awkward moment in Switzerland as Qatar PM snubs Vance, greets Shehbaz Sharif instead
A recent video from the US-Iran discussions in Switzerland has sparked controversy regarding a perceived diplomatic slight to US Vice President JD Vance. The footage captures Qata…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsWestern Australian poultry farms locked down after H5N1 bird flu discovered in wild birds
Poultry producer Ingham’s announces move after brown skua confirmed to have virus and petrel being tested, in first cases seen on Australia’s mainlandFollow our Australia news liv…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsColombia’s De La Espriella claims victory on preliminary results
Right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella has claimed victory in Colombia's presidential election.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsParents of RG Kar rape-murder victim want CBI to quiz Mamata Banerjee’s nephew
Parents of the RG Kar rape-murder victim have accused Dr. Abesh Banerjee, nephew of former CM Mamata Banerjee, of involvement in concealing evidence. They claim his phone was at t…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Huge fireball erupts after blast at Qatar gas facility; 54 hurt, 18 missing after explosion
A significant explosion and fire at Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City, a major LNG hub, has left at least 54 people injured and 18 missing. The incident occurred during the start…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsFirst round of US-Iran talks end with 'encouraging progress', mediators say
The US-Iran talks began on Sunday in Switzerland, after last week's agreement, which includes a commitment to reach a final deal within 60 days.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsZhipu AI market cap tops HK$1 trillion as shares of GLM-5.2 developer soar
The market capitalisation of Hong Kong-listed artificial intelligence pioneer Zhipu AI surpassed HK$1 trillion (US$128 billion) on Monday, fuelled by investor optimism as the comp…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Useless fellows': Kharge loses cool over DK Shivakumar slogans, warns party workers of action
"Will the entire country be affected if you shout here? This is not an individual's programme, it is a party programme. You useless fellows... There is no worship of individuals h…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWho is Abelardo De La Espriella, Colombia's new right-wing President?
Nicknamed “The Tiger” by his followers, Mr. De La Espriella portrayed himself as an anti-establishment savior capable of reviving Colombia’s ailing economy and restoring order in …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong’s Tai Po fire probe rules out statutory powers, says evidence sufficient
This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing. A judge-led panel investigating Hong Kon…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsNykaa, Bajaj Finance & more: Top stocks to watch on June 22
Top financial analysts are optimistic about the prospects of various Indian firms. Bajaj Finance showcases remarkable resilience against economic challenges with its solid asset q…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsThousands of Czechs rally against government plan to overhaul funding of public broadcasters
According to the plan approved by the government, public radio and television would be financed from the state budget starting next year, and not from fees paid by individuals, ho…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsExplosion as Qatar restarts gas export terminal injures 54, leaves 18 missing
Qatar said the blast happened after workers tried to restart facilities there at the Barzan plant
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsShipping stalls in Strait of Hormuz after Iran declares key waterway shut
Ship tracking data shows sharp fall in transits as US and Iranian officials hold talks to save fragile peace framework.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipA $40 Million AI Movie Was Nearly Finished—When Amazon Walked Away
Amazon has shocked Hollywood by abandoning ‘Artificial,’ a biopic about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The reason remains unclear.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsU.S. and Iran conclude high-level talks in Switzerland, mediators say
A joint statement from mediating nations Qatar and Pakistan said the U.S. and Iran agreed to a roadmap toward a final deal within 60 days
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsRebuilding how brands sell physical spaces; TechSparks 2026 on the New Tech Order
Phygital Studio unites design, hardware, software, and storytelling on its platform, called Beto, helping brands like Adani and Deloitte build immersive spaces to actively drive s…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsQatarEnergy says ‘operational incident’ causes explosion at Ras Laffan
The Qatari energy producer said the fire was brought under control but it did not indicate whether the explosion had caused any damage to the plant, which supplies gas to the…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsBlockade lifted, assets to be returned to Iran in Swiss talks breakthrough
The US-Iran talks in Switzerland have led to the lifting of the blockade and the release of frozen assets for Iran, Tehran said, but the real test remains deconfliction in Lebanon…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsUS-Iran talks strained as Trump threats spark Iranian walkout
Talks expected to continue for rest of the week despite disruption caused by US president’s threat to bomb Iran and kidnap negotiating teamHigh-stakes talks between the US and Ira…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump threats shake up U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland; negotiators expect to work through night
The U.S. wants Iran locked into negotiations over its nuclear programme amid concerns it may be used for military purposes, which Iran denies
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsVirat Kohli grooves to Karan Aujla's 'Winning Speech' at grand Delhi event - video
At Yashobhoomi in New Delhi, the crowd erupted as Punjabi music star Karan Aujla performed his hits, including the popular 'Winning Speech'. The event was made even more spectacul…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsLargest ever cocaine bust in Australia after police raid underground bunker
Police seized 2.7 tonnes of cocaine worth an estimated A$816m after searching a property in western Sydney.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsMoving the goalposts won’t fix sources of Hong Kong poverty
Last week, Xia Baolong, Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong and Macau affairs, made a two-day trip to the city to review the Hong Kong government’s progress across many areas. Everyt…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsEngland's misery deepens: ICC deducts 12 WTC points after crushing defeat to NZ
The penalty leaves England on 38 points in the WTC table. They remain seventh in the standings, but their points percentage has dropped from 34.72 to 26.38.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsAustralia makes record cocaine bust after 2.7 tonnes found buried in Sydney
Australian police seized a record 2.7 tonnes of cocaine hidden in plastic tubs buried underground on the outskirts of Sydney, detectives said on Monday. It was the largest cocaine…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsPeople caught vandalizing Washington Reflecting Pool to be fully prosecuted, U.S. Attorney Pirro says
President Donald Trump has blamed vandalism for recent problems with the newly renovated pool, including its new blue paint peeling off
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