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Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsNorth Korea slams U.S. remarks comparing South to 'dagger'
The comments reflected how Washington intended to use South Korea "as an important geopolitical instrument to realise its regional strategy aimed at containing China," North Korea…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsBrazil moves to limit abortion access for child rape victims
Under the overturned regulation, minors who disagreed with their parents or guardians on their pregnancy could obtain free legal assistance to safeguard their rights, including ge…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsBrazil takes a historic HDI leap with focused planning and public spending
UN report reveals the country’s cash-transfer scheme has played a key role in raising its Human Development Index score from 0.744 in 2012 to 0.805 in 2024, on a scale from 0 to 1…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsU.S. sanctions alleged rebel commanders in DR Congo
The sanctions target Gustave Kubwayo, alleged to be the commander of FDLR, and John Imani Nzenze, alleged to be the March 23 (M23) commander and chief of intelligence, says the U.…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsSpaceX’s IPO is set to be the biggest ever and could make Elon Musk a trillionaire
SpaceX says it plans to raise up to $75 billion when it goes public this month, setting the stage for the largest-ever stock market debut and putting Elon Musk on course to becomi…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsRubio warns of Ukraine war 'escalation' risk
The remarks came after Ukrainian drones struck energy infrastructure in Russia's second-largest city, St. Petersburg, an attack Kyiv called retaliation for a mass wave of Russian …
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIran's Foreign Minister warns any attack on Beirut will trigger 'full-scale resumption of war'
Iran has repeatedly insisted that any deal to end the wider West Asia war — which its ally Hezbollah joined on March 2 — must also halt the fighting in Lebanon.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIsrael, Lebanon agree to conditional ceasefire
Israel and Lebanon, which do not have formal diplomatic relations, also agreed to create “pilot zones” in which the Lebanese armed forces “will take exclusive control of the terri…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWest Asia war LIVE: Israel, Lebanon agree to implement ceasefire
Trump says he wants to separate talks on Lebanon and the war in Iran; Tehran warns that any attack on Beirut would trigger a "full-scale resumption" of the war
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsNew developments surface in ChudTheBuilder case amid release delay
Dalton Eatherly, known as ChudTheBuilder, remains jailed after a Tennessee judge refused to lower his $1 million bond. YouTuber Alex Rosen offered $100,000 toward the bond, but Ju…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Bro in a wheelchair?': Clavicular photos spark surgery speculation
Clavicular’s post-surgery photos have become a major talking point online. While the images clearly show him recovering from rhinoplasty, the leg braces and wheelchair seen in one…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsDriven to brink by years of domestic abuse, woman beats husband to death in MP
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Investigative journalist covers internal security, terrorism, military affairs, and strategic topics. • His reports e…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsKyiv residents seek shelter during renewed Russian attacks
Residents in Kyiv took shelter as Russian attacks continued into the daytime hours after overnight strikes.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsWhat’s happening on day 96 of Iran war as US, Iran engage in new attacks
Rubio says the US will lift sanctions on Iran only if it gives up enriched uranium, rejecting a Hormuz-linked deal.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsJapan’s stock market hits new record as AI boom gathers steam
Benchmark Nikkei 225 tops 68,000 for first time as AI-driven buying frenzy shows no signs of slowing down.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMessi trains alone as Argentina hold first World Cup practice
Messi works on 'specific exercises' as he recovers from muscle fatigue in his left hamstring before the World Cup.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsOutrage over UK police arrest video of dying student
Footage of police arresting a dying student has set off heated protests in the UK.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUkraine drone attack kills 7 in Russian-held territory in new escalation
The Russian-installed head of Donetsk, Denis Pushilin, says a drone hit a bus travelling between Moscow and Simferopol.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUnfancied Brazil will stay sharp at the World Cup, Casemiro says
Brazil are aiming for a record-extending sixth world title at the 2026 tournament in North America.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIs the Great Nicobar Island India’s Hormuz-like chokepoint against China?
Far away from Indian mainland, the government is pumping billions of dollars into a controversial development project.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUS broadcaster CBS fires 60 Minutes’s Scott Pelley after clash with bosses
Veteran journalist's dismissal comes after he reportedly accused management of 'murdering' influential news programme.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
Geopolitics‘Service is the rent we pay’: Muhammad Ali remembered 10 years on
Ten years after the boxing legend’s death, widow Lonnie Ali urges a 'day of compassion' as US divisions deepen.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsCan a US president promote stock they’ve invested in
Can a US president promote stock they’ve invested in
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIranian drone attack kills one in Kuwait after US strikes Qeshm Island
Gulf country's airport is hit as clashes go on with diplomacy between Washington and Tehran showing little progress.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsForeign nationals among 21 dead in fire in Indian capital
Firefighters rescue more than 40 people trapped inside as thick smoke fills the burning New Delhi building.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUS ‘disables’ ship allegedly bound for Iranian port
US Central Command released video of it targeting a tanker that it says was en route to Iran’s Kharg Island in the Gulf.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsDemocrat and Republican go head-to-head in California governor race
California could have its first Republican governor since Arnold Schwarzenegger ended his two terms in 2011.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUK-China ‘ice age’ thaws: Why the West needs Beijing
British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper hails ‘candour and respect’ in new ties with Beijing, despite differences.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsHezbollah video shows attack on Israeli troops at Lebanon’s Beaufort Castle
Hezbollah has released drone video showing attacks targeting Israeli forces occupying Beaufort Castle
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsHow social media changes the way we see war
We see war now as we see everything else - through a screen.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsRemembering Muhammad Ali’s message of peace
Ten years after his passing, Ali’s words remind us of what we must do amid today’s conflicts and divisions.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsFire at New Delhi hotel kills at least 21 people
It took eight fire engines to extinguish the blaze, as more than 40 people were rescued and taken to nearby hospitals.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsHilton, Becerra lead California governor race: Key primary election results
California, Iowa, New Jersey, New Mexico, Montana and South Dakota held key primaries on Tuesday.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUS artist sues FIFA over destruction of Dallas whale mural for World Cup
Wyland's mural stood for nearly three decades before workers began painting over it last month to promote the World Cup.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsCape Verde football team arrives in the US for the World Cup
Cape Verde’s national football team has arrived in the US ahead to take part in their first ever FIFA World Cup.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIsrael’s invasion of southern Lebanon devastates centuries of history
From Phoenician temples to Crusader castles, heritage sites bear the brunt of Israel's expanding military offensive.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMorocco World Cup 2026 preview: Players to watch, group and squad list
The Atlas Lions aim to better their historic 2022 semifinal appearance but have had a chaotic run-in.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsUS plans extra tariffs for 60 countries over forced labor
A new wave of Trump tariffs could unsettle US trade partners which have already signed new trade deals or have been negotiating them for months.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsUK: Protest erupts over student murder
Protesters have clashed with police in Southampton over the December murder of finance student Henry Nowak. The fatally injured victim was handcuffed by police after his killer ac…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsIndia news: Several killed in New Delhi fire
At least 21 people were killed and several others injured after a fire tore through a building in New Delhi. Some of the victims were foreign nationals who had traveled to India f…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsParliamentary elections in Armenia: What's at stake
Armenians are set to vote on the country's future geopolitical direction at the June 7 ballot. It will be a test of public opinion in Russia’s longstanding ally that has seen a gr…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsPortugal: General strike causes disruption to services
Flights have been canceled and schools closed as unions stage a strike over government labor reform plans. It is the second major walkout in Portugal in six months.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsGermany news: Naturalizations reach record high in 2025
Naturalizations have increased for the fifth year in a row. Automotive industry firms turn a bit less pessimistic. And Germany is aiming for a seat on the UN Security Council. Fol…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsUkraine drones hit Saint Petersburg as economic forum starts
Ukraine has been stepping up long-range strikes as the war grinds on, with Russia's northerly second city now hit. The latest attack on Saint Petersburg takes place as an event lo…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsMalaysia: Social media ban for minors sparks privacy debate
Malaysia’s ban on under-16s using social media has been framed as a child-safety measure, but critics warn it could prove difficult to enforce and may come at the cost of online p…
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