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Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsGermany's Iran war lessons after 100 days
The war waged by the US and Israel against Iran has now lasted 100 days. In that time, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has drastically changed his stance on the war.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsTrump admin’s cancellation of wind energy projects causes business turmoil
Seven northeastern states have sued US gov't for paying TotalEnergies to withdraw from offshore wind projects.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Cabinet Trouble for D.K. Shivakumar as Ramalinga Reddy Resigns | Above the Fold | 05.06.2026
In today’s episode, we look at Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar’s first political crisis, as Ramalinga Reddy resigns from Cabinet. We also ask our reporters to break down …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsFirst AI-designed ‘universal vaccine’ tested in humans
A vaccine targeting a broad range of viruses that was designed using artificial intelligence had a “modest” effect on immune systems in a small, early trial, according to a new st…
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipAnthropic’s President Reveals the Real Reason the Company Is Going Public
Daniela Amodei says the need for compute will push AI companies into the public markets.
Source: NBC News – World ·
General‘I see no point in meeting’: Putin dismisses Zelenskyy’s offer of talks
Speaking at the St. Petersburg Economic Forum, President Putin suggested he should be addressing his frontline troops rather than the author of the letter, saying to them, “Keep w…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsRussia’s Putin says ‘no point’ meeting Ukraine’s Zelenskyy for now
The Russian leader insisted military action would only stop after Moscow achieves its 'goals'.
Source: IEEE Spectrum ·
Engineering50 Years of The Institute
The Institute is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Launched in 1976, the publication was designed to keep members informed about IEEE and what its constituents were doin…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsPutin rejects Zelenskyy’s offer to meet and reaffirms Ukraine war aims
Russian president describes Ukrainian counterpart’s letter as rude and says he sees no point in face-to-face talksVladimir Putin has rejected an offer from Volodymyr Zelenskyy to …
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUkraine and Russia exchange 185 prisoners of war each
Russia and Ukraine have each released 185 prisoners in a major exchange, which Russia says was mediated by the UAE.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsCentre to deploy CoBRA units in Manipur before monsoon
Elite CRPF CoBRA commandos are being deployed to Manipur amidst escalating ethnic unrest, now involving the Naga community. This move follows a recent flashpoint that ignited fres…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsUN doubles appeal for Lebanon aid to nearly $640 mn amid Israel war
Three months into the war, the United Nations warned that a "humanitarian catastrophe" was looming in Lebanon, with a quarter of its population needing aid
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsVideo shows moment Israeli air strike hits car in southern Lebanon
Video shows the moment when journalist Abbas Fakih was reporting in Nabatieh, Lebanon and an Israeli air strike hit.
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsGM’s electric future depends on a new battery — and this facility
GM wants to slash EV prices by deploying new battery tech up to a year earlier than planned. This building is key to making that happen.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsPalestinians call on Trump to stop Israeli annexation
The UN's geopolitical bloc Arab Group joined the ambassador to express "deep alarm" and regional solidarity against "rapidly escalating" Israeli settler aggression and military vi…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsA Question Swirling Around Putin’s Big Conference: Could the War End?
At the St. Petersburg economic forum, business and political elites said Russia faced a choice of halting the conflict or sacrificing more. Vladimir Putin seemed to signal more wa…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsGermany’s Merz says EU to initiate integration of Western Balkans
Alongside Ukraine and Moldova, six Western Balkan nations wish to join the European Union.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsRussian strikes kill 7 in Ukraine, destroy children's food plant
"The enemy attacked a peaceful civilian food industry enterprise," Kyiv region governor Mykola Kalashnyk said in a post on Telegram
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsAs VC-backed e-bike startups went bankrupt, bootstrapped Lectric grew
Lectric, which says the U.S. market is ripe for competition and choice, has launched three new brands in the past six months.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsLawsuit challenges US ‘third-country’ deportations to Equatorial Guinea
Complaint filed to African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights challenges controversial expulsion practice.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIsrael strikes southern Lebanon after evacuation warnings to several villages
Israel’s air force has struck parts of southern Lebanon, and the military issued evacuation warnings for nine villages
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsTMC huddle at Mamata's residence: 8 of 80 MLAs turn up amid party split concerns
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI News Desk is a team of journalists working around the clock to deliver current news. • The team's commitment …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsUS judge strikes down Trump policies targeting immigrants from 39 countries
President Donald Trump’s administration unlawfully barred applicants from 39 travel-ban countries from receiving decisions on asylum, work permits, green cards and citizenship, …
Source: Inc. ·
Entrepreneurship95 Percent of Gen Z Workers Say They’ve Stopped Sharing Their Real Opinions Online. Here’s Why
New survey data shows Gen-Z workers are no longer expressing personal opinions on social platforms.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAn ice cream parlour survives Gaza’s genocide and gives seven students hope
Gaza medical and dental students sell ice cream in Khan Younis to fund their studies and keep their dreams alive
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsThe most interesting startups right now want to get you off your phone
While the AI fundraising machine keeps breaking its own records, some founders are building in the other direction.  Mirror founder Brynn Putnam just raised money for…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsFinland: 4 suspects in sabotage of undersea cable link with Estonia
Police say they have four suspects, three facing a travel ban, after investigations into the sabotage of two subsea telecommunication cables in the Baltic Sea late last year. Pros…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsBuffy the Vampire Slayer, Ted Lasso actor Anthony Head dies aged 72
Actor Anthony Head, best known for his roles in Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Ted Lasso, has died at the age of 72, his family announced on Friday. The British actor, the brother o…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsRussian Satellites Have Been Jamming GPS Signals Across Europe, Scientists Say
Scientists and U.S. military briefers have linked short, widespread interference incidents to Russia, revealing vulnerabilities in a technology essential to everyday society.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipEven High-Tech AI Distilleries Aren’t Safe From the Current Bourbon Slowdown
Despite utilizing advanced machine learning models and maintaining a strong sales pipeline, Whiskey House of Kentucky just reduced its workforce by 30 percent.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipAn FBI Intelligence Report Warns This LinkedIn Practice Could Make You a Target for Spies
Here’s how they operate—and how to protect yourself.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsNorway's crown princess on lung transplant waiting list, palace says
Mette-Marit's condition, which stiffens the lungs, making it hard to breathe, has deteriorated, the royal household says.
Source: NBC News – World ·
GeneralWhy measles and flu — not Ebola — are front of mind for doctors ahead of the World Cup
The World Cup is presenting a unique challenge for public health officials.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipForget the Trophy: The Knicks and Spurs Have Already Won This Massive Financial Prize
Both franchises are cashing in on this year’s NBA Finals. As the series continues, analysts expect the two to break a number of financial records.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsSomalia declares order restored after two days of fighting in Mogadishu
Violence that paralysed two Mogadishu districts subsides, but opposition rejects president's rule and vows to fight on.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsAstronauts take shelter as air leaks worsen on International Space Station
A worsening air leak aboard the International Space Station prompted five astronauts to take shelter and prepare for evacuation for roughly two hours on Friday as Russia attempted…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsBallistics Putin’s ‘last argument’ as Ukraine brings his army to standstill
Russia’s performance since December shows it can contest territory but cannot hold it, say battlefield observers.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipAirbnb’s CEO Is Reportedly Building a New AI Lab—and It Has Nothing to Do With the Rental Company
Brian Chesky will remain in his leadership role at Airbnb even as he pursues this new secret venture.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsPressure on Modi to limit India-Russia ties will hurt global stability: Putin
A “large economy” like India will prioritise national interests, and its relations with the U.S. will not cause friction with Russia, says Vladimir Putin; Russian President says i…
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsSupabase doubles valuation to $10B in 8 months
Supabase, an example of an open source project becoming a fast-growing company, has greatly benefited from AI tools like Claude, Codex, and other vibe-coding platforms.
Source: NBC News – World ·
GeneralAnthony Head, ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ and ‘Ted Lasso’ actor, dies at 72
British actor Anthony Head, known to generations of American TV viewers through polar opposite characters named Rupert on “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Ted Lasso,” has died, his…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWHO announces $518 million six-month plan to fight Ebola
So far there have been 381 confirmed cases in Congo and 62 confirmed deaths, according to Africa CDC.
Source: Wired ·
Tech & StartupsLogitech G512 X 98 Review: A Hybrid Mish-Mash
The Logitech G512 X 98 lets you swap between mechanical and analog switches in an attempt to achieve the best of both worlds. Unfortunately, its solution isn't as well thought out…
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsGoogle and FBI warn of ransomware group that sends fake IT workers to hack victims in person
Cybercriminals, part of a gang known as Silent Ransom Group, have sent people pretending to be IT support employees to law firms' offices, where the criminals have stolen data usi…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsHospitality jobs boom as US prepares for World Cup
It is the third month in a row US jobs figures have beaten expectations.
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