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Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipYour Business Is Profitable—Do You Know Which Part?
Shorten the reporting cycle and create the visibility to understand your finances better.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipPurpose-Driven Principles for Long-Term Success
In life and business, these six ideas can help you prosper.
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsA satellite just learned to find things on its own — here’s what that means
In April, for the first time ever, an Earth observation satellite found what it was looking for, all on its own.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsStarmer says he hopes social media ban for under-16s will come into force next spring – UK politics live
Prime minister announces ban, saying social media is making children unhappy and unsafeSocial media to be banned in UK for under-16s, Starmer announcesUK parents: how do you feel …
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsIran War Live Updates: U.S.-Iran Framework Brings Relief, but Challenges Loom
The United States and Iran reached a preliminary deal that was expected to open the Strait of Hormuz. But it defers the toughest issues to further talks.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsSpain’s prime minister faces difficult week as his wife and ex-PM go on trial
Pedro Sánchez’s wife, Begoña Gómez, and his socialist predecessor José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero are charged with offences including influence peddlingEurope live – latest updatesSp…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsU.K. Ban on Pro-Palestinian Protest Group Is Lawful, Court of Appeal Rules
The decision overturned a lower-court ruling that found that banning Palestine Action as a terrorist group had breached free speech rights.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsU.K. crime agency arrests Indian man in raid on Russian shadow fleet oil tanker
The National Crime Agency did not clarify the specific offences for which the Indian national was arrested
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsLebanese Army warns residents of border villages to wait before returning
‘The army command emphasises the need to adhere to instructions of the deployed army units, in order to safeguard their safety from the risk of Israeli violations and attacks’ a s…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsOn the Nuclear Issue, Each Side Finds a Way to Claim Victory
President Trump said Iran had promised to suspend enriching uranium, but it is unclear for how long.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsRussian strikes kill 11 and set historic cathedral in Kyiv ablaze
A Ukrainian drone attack in the Russian city of Tula, south of Moscow, killed three people.
Source: The Washington Post – World ·
GeopoliticsBritain announces sweeping ban on most social media for children under 16
The U.K. prohibition is set to go further than those of other governments that are lining up against platforms engineered to maximize the time children spend on them
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsSnicko in football? Cricket-style technology steals the show during FIFA World Cup clash
A novel ball-contact technology, akin to cricket's 'Snicko', made its debut in a FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier between Sweden and Tunisia. This innovation proved crucial in overtu…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsPakistan will host signing ceremony of peace deal between U.S. and Iran in Switzerland: PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif termed the deal between the U.S. and Iran as a ‘historic milestone’ of peace, hailing the new dawn that emerged as ‘after three months and 16 days of…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsBan on Palestine Action was lawful, court of appeal rules
Judges overturn decision of high court that government proscription of group under Terrorism Act was wrongThe home secretary’s decision to ban Palestine Action was lawful, the cou…
Source: The Washington Post – World ·
GeopoliticsRussian attack kills at least five and damages historic monastery in Kyiv
UNESCO, the U.N.’s world heritage agency, condemned the attack, which damaged the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery. Russia said it bombed military targets.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsAfter Russia Attacks Kyiv With Missiles and Drones, Historic Orthodox Cathedral Burns
A bishop reported that many holy items had been recovered from the church, at the site of the Perchersk monastery, a revered place for the Ukrainian and Russian Orthodox faiths.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
Geopolitics‘Island surrounded by war’: Crimeans panic amid Ukrainian attacks
Fuel shortages and fears rise in Crimea as Kyiv attacks the annexed peninsula.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsFrom 0–2 down to 3–2 up: India fight back to beat USA in FIH Nations Cup
Deepika scored twice for India, while Navneet Kaur added the third goal. Ashley Sessa and Madeleine Zimmer scored for the USA. The winner of the Nations Cup will earn promotion to…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsUnsubscribed: 200 Stanford grads opt out of Sundar Pichai's commencement speech
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Sundar Pichai, a US News correspondent, attended Stanford University in the 1990s. • During his studies, Pichai skipp…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsBrisbane teenager allegedly plotted terror attacks on Liberal party targets, court hears
Teenager denies planning attacks on party figures and Labour Day march after allegedly being influenced by the UnabomberGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsBritain wins appeal that Palestine Action ban was unlawful
Palestine Action, which had increasingly targeted Israel-linked defence companies in Britain with a particular focus on Israel's largest defence firm Elbit Systems, was proscr…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsDonald Trump’s UFC fights at White House marred by smear aimed at Michelle Obama – US politics live
President’s UFC fights held on the White House lawn overshadowed by chants about former first ladySign up for the Breaking News US emailDonald Trump has announced plans to hold a …
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsNorway oil industry maintenance workers launch strike
The Norwegian Union of Energy Workers (SAFE) said 154 oil service workers would go on strike as of 10:00 am (0800 GMT) on Monday (June 15, 2026), and another 224 would join on Thu…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
Geopolitics‘Netanyahu’s life project failed with US-Iran deal’
‘Netanyahu’s life project failed with US-Iran deal’
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsG7 leaders meet in France after U.S. and Iran declare agreement to end war
Discussing next steps on Iran will be one of several issues the global leaders will wrestle with during the June 15-17 summit, which will also seek common ground on the war in Uk…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'You are nobody': SC rebukes 'so-called RTI activist', refuses anticipatory bail
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The Times of India's news desk operates 24/7 to deliver current and comprehensive news globally. • The team is commit…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsRupee rallies to five-week high on crude oil plunge; RBI measures add to momentum
The Indian rupee strengthened against the US dollar for a second consecutive day, buoyed by a significant drop in crude oil prices following a preliminary US-Iran agreement. This …
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIran, US agree tentative deal to ‘end war’: Your questions answered
Uncertainty remains over whether Israel will honour the agreement.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina’s military mouthpiece PLA Daily cites SpaceX role in warning of satellite arms race
China’s official military newspaper has warned of an arms race over low-Earth satellites, citing developments such as SpaceX’s latest contract with the US Space Force. Low-Earth o…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsWhat to Know About Planned Social Media Bans in Australia, the U.K. and Beyond
Britain said it would ban social media access for children under 16 starting in 2027, joining several other countries introducing similar measures.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
Geopolitics‘Loving our country sounds like an abused spouse saying they love their abuser’: Robert De Niro leads crowd in rallying cry against Trump
The actor starts chant after president said he doesn’t ‘think about Americans’ financial situation, not even a little bit’Robert De Niro has renewed his attack on Donald Trump at …
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsVideo shows man shot by Israeli drone while sitting with others in Gaza
Video shows man shot by Israeli drone while sitting with others in Gaza.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsNorwegian crown princess's son found guilty of two counts of rape
Marius Borg Høiby, the 29-year-old son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette Marit, has been found guilty of two counts of rape and given four years in jail.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsExplained: India's groundwater crisis and why Hyderabad tops the list of most affected cities
India's groundwater crisis is deepening. Hyderabad leads metropolitan areas in depletion. Karnataka faces widespread water shortages. Marathwada's tanker deployment has surged. Pu…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsSocial media firms hit back as Starmer announces ban for under-16s in UK
Meta, YouTube and Snapchat say ban, which would stop children using their platforms, will drive them to ‘less safe services’UK politics live – latest updatesHow will the ban work?…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump threatens 100% tariff on French wines over digital tax on tech firms
US President Donald Trump threatened to slap a 100 per cent tariff on French wine and champagne unless Paris removes a digital services tax on tech firms, the New York Post report…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsRSS must register, pay taxes: Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge writes to Mohan Bhagwat
Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge has urged RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat to disclose the organization's legal status, finances, and tax compliance. Citing the RSS's extensive pres…
Source: Wired ·
Tech & StartupsThe Kratom Civil War Is Heating Up, and MAHA Has Picked a Side
Both kratom and one of its active components, 7-OH, have opioid-like effects and are widely available across the US. As health secretary RFK Jr. aims to get 7-OH banned, proponent…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
Geopolitics6.2-magnitude quake strikes off southern Philippines: USGS
The quake hit off the coast of Mindanao island at 5:18 p.m. (0918 GMT) at a depth of 112 kilometres (69.5 miles), the USGS reported; no tsunami warning has been issued.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUK announces social media ban for under-16s
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the UK will ban social media for teens under the age of 16.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsWorld Cup racism monitor urges FIFA to remove VAR official over gesture
Fare network calls for Australian VAR official Shaun Evans to be removed from World Cup 2026 after 'OK' symbol on camera
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsAmazon India unveils new AI-powered seller tools
The new AI tools directed at the Indian sellers on Amazon is aimed at helping them achieve better efficiency and also get access to global markets.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsThe U.S.-Iran Deal: What to Know
The full text of the deal that could pave the way to ending the war has not been published. Initial details suggest that it defers the most contentious issues.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsUK to ban under 16s from social media apps including TikTok, YouTube
Britain will ban children under 16 from using a range of social media apps including Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube to protect young people from harmful content and excessive screen…
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