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Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsPoland: Arrest after Russian artist and Putin critic killed
Prime Minister Donald Tusk says Lublin police arrested a suspect in the fatal shooting of the Russian national and critical artist known as Semyon Skrepetsky. He said investigator…
Source: NBC News – World ·
GeneralUkraine unleashes biggest attack on Moscow in years, setting a key oil refinery ablaze
Waves of Ukrainian drones hit a major oil refinery for the second time this week, disrupting flights and sending thick clouds of black smoke rising over the city Thursday morning.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsNATO: US lashes out, alliance head says everything's fine
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth threatened NATO allies over lack of spending and tepid support for the war in Iran. Members say they are on the right path but need time as NA…
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsFrom chatbots to autonomous agents: How Hostinger built AI into its core business
At DevSparks 2026 Bengaluru, Hostinger's AI Tech Lead Mantas Lukauskas traced the company's journey from early chatbot experiments to Kodee, an agentic system that now handles mos…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsHegseth slams NATO allies during roundtable meeting
Hegseth slams NATO allies during roundtable meeting
Source: Wired ·
Tech & StartupsHalo Stops Bedtime Scrolling so You Can Go the F to Sleep
By focusing on sleep, ScreenZen’s app-blocking Halo gadget is downright dreamy compared to the rest.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsFarage trying to block ‘Britcoin’ plans that could be costly for billionaire donor
Reform UK leader used private meeting at Bank of England to urge governor to drop plans for state-run cryptocurrencyNigel Farage has been trying to block a Bank of England cryptoc…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsOxfordshire council seeks injunction over flags tied to lamp-posts across county
Council says it has so far spent £15,000 removing flags put up under campaign linked to anti-immigration protestsOxfordshire county council is seeking an injunction against the Ra…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsPolls open in historic byelection in Makerfield that could determine Keir Starmer’s future – UK politics live
Andy Burnham hopes a successful byelection will mean he can encourage Keir Starmer to step aside as prime ministerIn our opening post, I did promise you some dogs at polling stati…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsArchbishop of Canterbury Apologizes for Church of England’s Role in Forced Adoptions
Tens of thousands of babies were taken from unmarried women and girls from the 1950s to the 1980s in England and Wales.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsIrish parliament votes to remove three-day abortion wait
Waiting period before receiving medication was included in draft law to gain support for abortion ban in 2018 referendumIreland’s parliament has voted to remove a mandatory three-…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
Geopolitics93% of mainland Chinese top talent move to Hong Kong for children’s education
More than 90 per cent of mainland Chinese families moving to Hong Kong under the city’s talent visa schemes have cited their children’s education as the primary reason for relocat…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsUS to review benefits of having troops in Europe with ‘era of free-riding’ over – Europe live
US defence secretary Pete Hegseth said that US dues to the Nato budget will be contingent on other countries meeting defence spending targetsHegseth makes it clear that the review…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsGuided mobile 120mm mortar system tested, brings precision smart shells to the fight
India's Nibe Limited has unveiled the Garudastra, a potent 120mm vehicle-mounted mortar system. This advanced weapon boasts rapid shoot-and-scoot capabilities, precision targeting…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsIndia-Vietnam BrahMos deal in final stages, only minor clearances remain: BrahMos Aerospace chief
India is nearing a significant defence export deal with Vietnam for BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, with final clearances pending. BrahMos Aerospace chief Jaiteerth Joshi reve…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsIran Gets Major Economic Lifeline for Minimal Concessions in Initial Deal
The agreement delays the most difficult steps for Iran for later talks, while granting it crucial benefits.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsNSE mega IPO: All you need to know about the Rs 30,000 crore offering
The National Stock Exchange of India has filed its draft red herring prospectus for a massive IPO, aiming to raise approximately Rs 30,000 crore. This offering is set to become In…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsBerlin summit brings out private equity protesters
Activists gathered to protest the SuperReturn private equity summit in Berlin, accusing the industry of driving inequality, job cuts and rising costs as investors representing tri…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsGunfire and explosions heard at Niger capital's airport
Niger has been fighting a militant Islamist insurgency for a decade and in January suspected jihadists attacked the same airport.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
Geopolitics‘Iranian missiles are only for firing’: Tehran says defence capabilities not part of talks with U.S.
"Our missiles do not like at all to be talked about by anyone," Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said in an interview with Iranian state television
Source: NBC News – World ·
GeneralChina isn’t at the World Cup, so soccer-loving fans are cheering for a ref — and Messi — instead
For soccer fans like Miko Zhang, China’s failure to qualify for this year’s FIFA World Cup is almost beside the point.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChinese doctors remove pair of 10cm live worms from woman’s arm after year-long pain
Doctors in southern China had to remove two 10cm-long living worms from the arm of an anguished woman after she reported a big lump. The woman, surnamed Wang, said the lump, which…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsDriver hailed for saving tourists from rip current at Louisiana beach: ‘I just locked in’
Jordan Matthew, who has no lifeguard training, rescued a young boy and two women from the dangerous currentA shuttle driver recently used his bare hands to rescue three tourists e…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsChurch of England apologises for role in forced adoptions
Church ‘profoundly sorry’ for pain caused to mothers and children separated at birth between 1940s and 1980sThe Church of England has made a long-awaited apology for its role in f…
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipForget the S&P 500—This Data Tells You Where the Economy Is Headed
New data shows startup activity—not the stock market—is the best early signal of where the economy is headed. Here’s what it reveals.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipWe Sold Our Agency for an 8-Figure Sum. Here Are the 3 Rules That Kept My Marriage Alive While We Built It
The internet is full of advice that says you should never go into business with your spouse. It’s wrong.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipWhat OpenAI’s Leaked Financials Mean for the Company’s IPO Plans
Leaked numbers from Sam Altman’s company reportedly show rapid revenue growth—along with billions in losses.
Source: Wired ·
Tech & StartupsLocked Out of the World Cup: A Year Marked by Barriers, Borders, and Broken Access
The 2026 World Cup promises a global celebration. Many Arab fans may find themselves locked out.
Source: MIT Technology Review ·
AI / Deep TechGeoengineering still faces major practical challenges
Solar geoengineering is often portrayed as a sort of emergency brake. Something along the lines of Pull in case of climate emergency to scatter light-reflecting particles to bounc…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsMiddle East crisis live: Trump calls critics of Iran deal ‘jealous, bad people, or stupid’; Tehran says it will charge toll in strait of Hormuz after 60 days
The US president responded to critics of his deal with Tehran; chief Iranian negotiator says key waterway will ‘not return to prewar conditions’ after 60-day windowReaction: Donal…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsTaiwan hopes US arms sale package can be approved soon, president says
Taiwan’s President William Lai Ching-te reiterates his desire for talks based on 'parity and respect' with China.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsAs India Temporarily Bans Telegram, Which Other Countries Have Restricted the Messaging App?
Several countries have restricted the messaging app, a valuable platform for dissidents, criminals and extremists. Here’s an overview.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsMoscow hit by largest Ukrainian attack since start of Russia's full-scale war
A refinery and a shopping centre were burning after almost 200 Ukrainian drones struck an area to the south-east of the Russian capital.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHegseth blasts Nato for not giving US access to European bases during Iran war
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth lashed out at Nato allies on Thursday, announcing a six-month Pentagon review of American forces in Europe whose outcome will depend on how fast …
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsFrom rent to repairs: Why written rent agreement is essential for tenants
Securing your rental living with a written agreement is crucial, especially when verbal understandings have weaker legal backing. This document, executed on stamp paper, outlines …
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsNathaniel Brown: The left back Germany have been waiting for
A strong option at left back is overdue for Germany. Nathaniel Brown is quickly becoming a star at the World Cup.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsLawyer in high-profile Ugandan treason case charged with related offence
Uganda's military chief had boasted of "the hurt and pain" he would inflict on Erias Lukwago, who was arrested earlier this week.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsRussian oil refinery on fire after barrage of Ukrainian drones strike Moscow
Scale of long range-attack catches Muscovites by surprise, prompting panicked messages on social mediaEurope live – latest updatesUkrainian drones have hit several locations acros…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsHajj pilgrim wins Rs 2.09 lakh compensation after travel firm fails to secure visa
A Srinagar consumer commission has ordered Albalaagh Tours and Travels to pay Rs 2.09 lakh to a pilgrim. The travel firm accepted advance payment for a Hajj package but failed to …
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipStruggling to Hire? What Smart Companies Are Doing to Find Skilled Tradespeople
U.S. employers are struggling to fill 800,000 open trade jobs—even as interest in trade schools rises. Here’s why hiring electricians, welders, and HVAC techs is harder than ever—…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Not Bhagwant Mann': AAP cites '1,191 different angles' to defend Punjab CM in 'sacrilege' row
Punjab finance minister and AAP leader Harpal Singh Cheema asserted that a video allegedly showing chief minister Bhagwant Mann in a sacrilegious act is fake. Forensic reports fro…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHow 2 coming Hong Kong policies aim to promote subsidised flat turnover
Hong Kong’s Housing Authority will roll out two schemes in September to promote more efficient use of subsidised homes by allowing owners to lease properties without paying a prem…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsSuspected gang leader shot dead in flower bouquet ambush at airport
The gunmen concealed their weapons behind flowers and stuffed toys while waiting for the victim outside Guayaquil airport.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsSanjay Raut does it again: Hurls abuses at rebel MPs who skipped Uddhav's key meeting
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI News Desk is a team of dedicated journalists working around-the-clock. • They deliver current and comprehensi…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWhat is Google’s Project Nimbus, and why are students protesting against it?
Amazon and Google’s Project Nimbus cloud contract with Israel has sparked multiple protests over U.S. Big Tech enabling the Israeli military’s violence against Palestinians
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