Sydney Marathon medal wrongly shows German landmark
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
A medal minted for finishers in the Sydney Marathon features a skyline of the city — with one landmark from rather far away. Organizers say the muddle only mak…
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Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
A medal minted for finishers in the Sydney Marathon features a skyline of the city — with one landmark from rather far away. Organizers say the muddle only mak…
The Hindu – World · India
Since 2004, a low-level conflict has simmered in the southernmost provinces of Buddhist-majority Thailand, killing more than 7,000 people, as rebels in the Mus…
The Hindu – World · India
Why is the President pushing for stricter voter ID rules in the U.S.? How are elections conducted in the U.S. and how are they different from those in India? W…
The Hindu – World · India
At a 100-meter sprint, a humanoid robot achieved a result of 9.39 seconds, beating the human record of 9.58 seconds set by Jamaican athlete Usain Bolt in 2009;…
The Hindu – World · India
The U.S. President said Canada has charged the “great farmers” of the country for many years; new Canadian tariffs to take effect on Sept. 8, notably targeting…
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
The women’s all-American final will be followed by a men's title clash between Frances Tiafoe and Arthur Fils of France.
South China Morning Post – World · China
It was a vision to give South Korea a stock market that reflected its true economic dynamism, by shedding regulatory taboos and encouraging bolder bets – ins…
The Guardian – World · Europe
Exclusive: analysis risks deepening perception of ‘unequal protection under the law’ Killers who take the lives of black people have a greater chance of gettin…
The Guardian – World · Europe
Victims have lost tens of thousands – and in one case £300,000 – due to fake emails from solicitor or estate agentYou are poised to move house and are awaiting…
The Guardian – World · Europe
Surge in proposals follows Labour’s lifting of de facto ban, with about 45 plans submitted in the year to MarchPlans for new onshore windfarms in England have …
South China Morning Post – World · China
The United States has pledged to take an “America First” approach to the latest round of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation talks, which are taking place in Chi…
South China Morning Post – World · China
Chinese carmakers, already at the vanguard of electric vehicle (EV) technology and production, are looking to make a dent in international marques’ full-hybrid…
South China Morning Post – World · China
Cambodia is preparing to restart joint military exercises with the United States next year, in a move analysts described as a pragmatic reset of defence ties s…
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
The Central Asian country heads to the polls on August 23.
The Hindu – World · India
A former IRGC commander and a close confidant of the Supreme Leader, the General has been appointed Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council
BBC News – World · Europe
Canada's prime minister said he was "reluctantly" announcing retaliatory tariffs as he accused the US of starting a trade war.
The New York Times – World · US
Rubén Rocha Moya of Sinaloa reversed course a day after returning to office, amid widespread criticism, including from members of his own party.
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Last week, former Ukrainian defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov released a video in which he spoke of corruption, a crisis of leadership and elections. His explo…
Times of India – World · India
In a significant turn of events, Canada has halted trade discussions with the United States due to last-minute demands deemed unreasonable. In retaliation, Pre…
Times of India – World · India
- Pakistan minister Ahsan Iqbal warns India may "weaponise" the Indus Water Treaty, escalating tensions over water rights. - He urges "better sense" to resol…
Times of India – World · India
Mitchell Starc's extraordinary performance saw him take ten wickets, leading Australia to an emphatic innings win over Bangladesh. Securing victory by an innin…
The Hindu – World · India
“Under Trump, ICE has hired unqualified officers and agents and rushed them through training programs with reduced use of force instruction. Many of these offi…
South China Morning Post – World · China
When a 100-strong South Korean tour group approached a Hong Kong craft beer manufacturer for a tour and tasting session, the operator declined their request. T…
South China Morning Post – World · China
A patient has been arrested on suspicion of setting fire to bedding and restraint belts at a Hong Kong hospital, with no injuries reported. Police arrested the…
The Hindu – World · India
The former BNP general secretary, who steered the party through the difficult years of the Hasina government, when Khaleda Zia was in jail, and Tarique Rahman …
Indian Express – World · India
- Hayden Panettiere, 36, died in South Carolina after being found unresponsive; cause of death remains under investigation pending toxicology results. - Care…
Indian Express – World · India
- Chinese robot Tiangong Ultra ran 100m in 9.39 seconds, breaking Usain Bolt’s 9.58-second record at the World Humanoid Robot Games. - Lightning finished 9.4…
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Ex-Colombian President, Gustavo Petro, says restoring ties with Israel amounts to applauding the Gaza genocide.
South China Morning Post – World · China
The Hong Kong Observatory may issue a typhoon signal on Tuesday or Wednesday as a tropical storm edges closer to the region. “Tropical Cyclone Narra is expecte…
Times of India – World · India
Ravindra Jadeja reached a remarkable milestone on Sunday by playing his 50th World Test Championship match, becoming the first Indian cricketer to achieve this…
Times of India – World · India
After battling cancer for over a decade, Subodh Jain finally watched his son Saransh make his India debut in the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo. From…
The Guardian – World · Europe
Move would allow mayors to greenlight large-scale developments and have more say on national housing fundingAndy Burnham is expected to give mayors new powers …
The Guardian – World · Europe
Letter written in 1847 to Sandbach, Tinne and Company’s Liverpool office reveals it engaged in practice after receiving taxpayer-funded compensation, book says…
Times of India – World · India
Saransh Jain has stepped onto the field, marking his Test debut for India in the second match against Sri Lanka. With Kuldeep Yadav sidelined by a viral infect…
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Embroiled in drug trafficking charges, Ruben Rocha Moya has asked for another leave of absence just days after returning to his position as Sinaloa state gover…
Times of India – World · India
- PM Modi greeted India on National Space Day, emphasizing bigger dreams and innovation. - He urged the nation to pursue new frontiers in space exploration. …
Times of India – World · India
A Bengaluru customer was upset by a cafe's bill description. The receipt identified him as "Little Fat Black Shirt" instead of his name. Subko cafe has apologi…
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Kazakhstan, where power is being continuously consolidated in the president's hands, will have to continue its tough balancing act between the EU, Russia and C…
Times of India – World · India
Saransh Jain celebrated a significant breakthrough on Sunday by making his Test debut for India at 33, facing off against Sri Lanka. With more than a decade's …
The Guardian – World · Europe
This blog is now closedVictorian Labor expands on free dental care election promiseThe Victorian premier, Ben Carroll, and health minister, Ingrid Stitt, have …
Times of India – World · India
The Centre withheld permission for Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's US visit. This decision came after reports of planned political meetings with US l…
The New York Times – World · US
The mysterious collapse of a European cryptocurrency exchange helps to explain why the industry hasn’t shaken off its reputation as a magnet for criminals.
The Guardian – World · Europe
Opposition leader Jess Wilson says new dedicated court of criminal appeal would set precedents for tougher sentencesGet our breaking news email, free app or da…
The Guardian – World · Europe
Friends close to Margarita Reutt are shocked she could allegedly plant bomb that killed Ukrainian defector Robert Shageev, while others recall a stubborn grit …
South China Morning Post – World · China
China’s secondary school students are dropping history as an exam subject, a trend that could leave the public more vulnerable to distorted narratives in the f…
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