Current Affairs
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Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsMeet the professors advancing digital safety and molecular design
Digital spaces and molecular bonds may not seem to have much in common. But for two leading academics at Hong Kong Baptist University, both fields reveal how research can lead to …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina is growing giant wheat-rye hybrids in its western deserts. Here’s why
Scientists in China are growing towering hybrids of wheat and rye – taller even than some humans – in the deserts of its western Xinjiang region. The hybrids, known as triticale, …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina doubts Musk’s Starship future; ex-TSMC chip prodigy returns: SCMP’s 7 highlights
We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical i…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsStudents divided over Hong Kong principal’s resignation after Singapore clash
The resignation of a Hong Kong principal who swore at security guards during a school trip to Singapore has drawn mixed responses from students, with some saying he should be held…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWoman suffers 40% burns in Hong Kong flat explosion caused by ‘gas leak’
A woman has been found with burns covering 40 per cent of her body after a suspected gas leak triggered an explosion at a flat in Hong Kong. Police said they received reports at a…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina’s Innovent Biologics signs US$10.5 billion Pfizer deal for 12 cancer drug trials
China’s Innovent Biologics has signed a global collaboration with pharmaceutical giant Pfizer worth up to US$10.5 billion to jointly develop 12 cancer treatment programmes. The Ho…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong police arrest boy, 14, after blade found on Citybus double-decker
Hong Kong police have arrested a 14-year-old boy in connection with a razor blade found between two seats on a Citybus double-decker earlier this week, the South China Morning Pos…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina’s expanding footprint in Central Asia
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • China is expanding its influence in Central Asia, addressing water security fears and driving a regional green tech r…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina police officers dig through sand with bare hands to search for Taiwan tourist’s lost phone
Chinese police officers dug through sand with their bare hands to search for a Taiwan tourist’s lost phone, winning widespread online applause. Having successfully retrieved her p…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsFormer Singapore police officer jailed for disguising as woman to molest teen boy
An ex-police officer who disguised himself as a woman to sexually prey on teenage boys in Singapore was sentenced on Friday to three years’ jail and four strokes of the cane. Whil…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsUS labels major Brazilian crime groups as terrorist organisations
The United States on Thursday designated two well-known Brazilian crime groups, the so-called Red Command (CV) and First Capital Command (PCC), as terrorist organisations, despite…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsCan Asean chairmanship and ‘authenticity’ lift Philippines’ tourism game?
The Philippines is banking on its Asean chairmanship to elevate the country’s tourism through “warmth and authenticity”, despite facing accessibility hurdles and stiff competition…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsUS price-fixing probe on Singaporean tycoon signals consistent legal approach
The US indictment of Singapore-based shipping tycoon Teo Siong Seng in a price-fixing scandal has raised questions about Washington’s determination to pursue prominent figures fro…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIsrael, Russia hit back after being added to UN blacklist for sexual violence in conflicts
An annual United Nations report documenting sexual violence in conflicts worldwide has included Israeli forces for the first time since the review began more than 15 years ago for…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAnthropic soars to $965bn valuation, leapfrogging OpenAI
Claude maker raises $65bn from investors ahead of expected initial public offering.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsLebanon Latest: Mass evacuations as Israel expands attacks
Al Jazeera’s Obaida Hitto brings you the latest from southern Lebanon amidst increasing Israeli attacks.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsBlue Origin’s New Glenn rocket explodes on launchpad in Florida
The incident is the latest setback for Jeff Bezos’s space venture as it seeks to narrow the gap with Elon Musk’s SpaceX.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAt least three dead after fire destroys Dallas apartment complex
A large fire destroyed an apartment complex in Dallas after crews responded to reports of a gas leak.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsColombia’s voters will decide between ‘two visions for the country’
Al Jazeera’s Teresa Bo reports from Bogota.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMexico backs amendment to annul election results over foreign interference
Critics say measure risks undermining electoral process and creating new avenues for contesting results.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsEthiopia to vote on June 1 as Abiy’s ruling party eyes landslide victory
Opposition fragmentation and violence in parts of the country could potentially limit voter turnout.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsSenegal deny World Cup travel delay is due to coach dispute
Senegal were stripped of the AFCON title after a mid-game boycott of the final and now face turbulent World Cup start.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsWembanyama and Spurs force game seven against Thunder in NBA playoffs
San Antonio rout Oklahoma City 118-91 to keep alive their hopes of reaching the NBA Finals, where New York Knicks await.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsState of trauma: Israel wrestles with mental aftershocks of war
Studies and officials report rising PTSD, suicide and social strain in Israel amid sustained conflicts since 2023
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMessi to captain Argentina at World Cup as Scaloni plays down injury fears
Lionel Messi's World Cup role was thrown into doubt by injury, but Argentina quell fears by appointing him captain.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsBlue Origin's New Glenn rocket explodes on launch pad
A rocket belonging to Jeff Bezos' space company exploded in a massive fireball during a test on its launch pad in Florida.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsCivilians in Lebanon hit hardest as Israel targets Hezbollah
As Israel expands military operations in Lebanon and Hezbollah digs in, peace hopes for the upcoming direct talks between Israel and Lebanon in Washington are fading. Is the count…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsSuperbug crisis: How drugs that cure you end up in rivers, soils
Pharmaceuticals have been found in waterways almost everywhere in the world, fueling antibiotic-resistant superbugs that don't respond to treatment anymore. Is there a way out?
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsTenderness and Rage: how groups affected by HIV found power, comfort and joy in Aids activism
London exhibition explores how care and protest improved rights and dignity of those living with diseaseFrom photos of a mass “die-in” by Aids activists in Trafalgar Square, Londo…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsSunbed firm in hot seat over false claims that tanned skin protects against sunburn
Health organisations refute assertion by Sunbed Association that tanning is protective and warn it could increase risk of skin cancerThe body that represents the UK’s sunbed salon…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump: the boy who cried ‘peace’ in the Middle East – podcast
On Saturday, Donald Trump said talks with Tehran were going well and an agreement to end the war was ‘largely negotiated’. On Sunday, the US launched strikes on Southern Iran. By …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsRussian drone crashes into Romanian apartments, wounding two people and starting fire
Armed drone was part of attack on Ukraine, say Romanian authorities after military scrambled F-16 fighter jets in response A Russian drone that was part of an overnight attack on…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsKPMG Australia’s CEO Andrew Yates quits over whistleblower scandal
Yates says ‘we have let ourselves down’ when dealing with allegations of client information being misusedFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking new…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsCMAT shares ‘deep sadness’ over body-shaming after BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend performance
The Irish singer-songwriter says her rise has been increasingly ‘tarnished by the fact that I would be allowed to enjoy it so much more if I was thin’The Irish singer-songwriter C…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsJames Valentine memorial: famous friends, family and fans gather to farewell ABC radio host
Governor general Sam Mostyn, television personalities Richard Roxburgh, Julia Morris and Gretel Killeen among those who attended the packed public event in SydneyFollow our Austra…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsFriday briefing: What do the cuts in aid mean for the fight against Ebola in the DRC?
In today’s newsletter: As the virus spreads across borders, health workers warn that weakened global support is making a prolonged crisis more likelyEbola is spreading rapidly in …
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Moment 14-year-old wins US national spelling bee
A teenager from California has won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee, after days of fierce competition.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy Fifa is being investigated over World Cup ticket prices
New York and New Jersey are looking into the association after fans have reportedly been "misled" over ticket sales and seat locations.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsMoment Blue Origin rocket explodes during test in Florida
A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on a launch pad at Cape Canaveral in Florida on Thursday night.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsSurvival before safety for Delhi's poor as temperatures hit 45C
As temperatures peak, Delhi’s informal workers continue working despite growing health risks.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsNetanyahu says he has directed IDF to increase control of Gaza to 70%
The expansion in control by Israel would contradict the terms of the ceasefire Israel and Hamas agreed to in October 2025.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsRussian drone crashes into apartment building in Romania
The drone hit a residential building, injuring two people and causing a fire, officials said.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsEurope Is Edging Closer to a Trade War With China. Here’s Why.
As cheap goods pour in, threatening the continent’s manufacturing sector, a search for solutions is becoming increasingly urgent.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsTop stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for May 29, 2026 - check list
Stock market recommendations: Varun Beverages (VBL), and Eternal are the top stock picks by Bajaj Broking Research has chosen for May 29, 2026:
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsViral fame spares 'Donald Trump' buffalo from Eid sacrifice in Bangladesh
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • An Eid sacrificial buffalo named "Donald Trump" was initially set to be slaughtered on Thursday. • However, the …
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