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Tech & Startups

SK Hynix raises $26.5B in the biggest foreign IPO in US history, is urged to build new US fabs

The AI chip boom just produced its biggest Wall Street moment yet. Now SK Hynix and Samsung are being asked to build U.S. factories.

Source: South China Morning Post – World ·

Geopolitics

Mojtaba Khamenei’s absence signals shifting role for Iran leader

The absence of Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei from the funeral ceremonies of Ali Khamenei raised questions about his health and fear of assassination, as well as indicatin…

Source: TechCrunch ·

Tech & Startups

A new app, HyperTexting, turns the open web into a scrollable social media-like feed

HyperTexting's new app aims to make the open web feel more like social media by turning websites, blogs, newsletters, and podcasts into a scrollable feed, while also making it eas…

Source: Indian Express – World ·

Geopolitics

Pakistan K2 Airways cargo plane crash: More debris found, 5 crew still missing. What we know so far

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Pakistan's Navy has recovered more debris from the crashed K2 Airways cargo plane, as search teams continue to l…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

'Bomb them like never before': Trump says 'left instructions' to strike Iran if assassinated

President Donald Trump stated he has ordered a massive military response if Iran attempts to assassinate him. He dismissed reports of new Israeli intelligence regarding a specifi…

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Iran has asked to continue talks, and the U.S. agreed, Trump says

The two nations reached an interim deal last month to end ‌a four-month conflict that has throttled worldwide energy supplies

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

How much prize money did Arthur Fery win after semi-final defeat to Zverev?

Arthur Fery's dream Wimbledon run ended with a semifinal defeat to Alexander Zverev, but the 23-year-old British wildcard enjoyed a career-defining tournament. Reaching the last f…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Game over? Xbox layoffs by Indian-American CEO Asha Sharma ignites H-1B furor

Microsoft's Xbox division announced significant layoffs and studio transfers for fiscal year 2027. These cuts are part of a major corporate restructuring aimed at improving busin…

Source: The Guardian – World ·

Geopolitics

High court rejects most of ‘dieselgate’ claims brought by 1.6m UK car owners

Carmakers welcome ruling against suit claiming manufacturers including Nissan, Ford and Peugeot fitted devices to defeat emission testsCar manufacturers have welcomed a high court…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

FE - Lucas Di Grassi takes Formula E GEN1 up the hill at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Lola Yamaha ABT driver Lucas Di Grassi drove the Formula E GEN1 car at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on Thursday. He said he made history in Formula E as he drove the first-gener…

Source: TechCrunch ·

Tech & Startups

China is catching up to Elon Musk’s reusable rockets

China's state-owned space company recovered its first orbital rocket booster after launch.

Source: BBC News – World ·

Geopolitics

Man nearly sucked out of window mid-air on Ryanair plane, passengers say

The man's wife held onto his legs for around five minutes to stop him from being sucked out, officials say.

Source: BBC News – World ·

Geopolitics

Zulu king expresses regret after video captures tirade against his wife

In the footage widely shared in South Africa, King Misuzulu threatens to physically assault his wife and accuses her of cheating.

Source: TechCrunch ·

Tech & Startups

Disney+ is considering a free streaming tier, report says

The launch of free content would allow Disney+ to better compete with free services like YouTube and Tubi, which are capturing a growing share of consumers’ viewing time.

Source: The Guardian – World ·

Geopolitics

‘The worst possible combination’: what has caused Spain’s deadly wildfires?

Blaze made worse by heat, strong wind and plentiful dry vegetation amid hollowing out of rural populationWildfire in southern Spain kills at least 12 amid heatwaveAs firefighters …

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

She Tried to Fix Mayo Clinic’s AI. Instead, She Claims Her Job Was Eliminated When She Raised Concerns

The lawsuit alleges the health care giant bypassed regulatory standards and masked error rates to speed up its tech rollout.

Source: The New York Times – World ·

Geopolitics

Mediators Trying to Pull U.S. and Iran Back From Brink, Officials Say

Qatari mediators were in Iran seeking to salvage the tattered truce. President Trump said talks with Tehran would continue, even if the cease-fire was “over.”

Source: The Guardian – World ·

Geopolitics

Berlin’s mayor abandons reelection campaign after ‘tennis-gate’ outcry

Kai Wegner admits poor communication in handling of power blackout overshadowed his other political workBerlin’s embattled mayor has abandoned his campaign to stand for reelection…

Source: South China Morning Post – World ·

Geopolitics

The loudest voices in US-China trade talks? Christmas tree growers

It’s not yet the winter holiday season, but Christmas trees are back in the spotlight, caught in the geopolitical tug of war between Washington and Beijing. As the United States a…

Source: TechCrunch ·

Tech & Startups

Dumb Co dared me to trade my iPhone for a hacked flip phone

Dumb Co sells flip phones that sync to your smartphone, bridging the infinite connectivity of the iPhone and the unrealistic limitations of an early 2000s relic.

Source: Indian Express – World ·

Geopolitics

Pakistan kills 75 insurgents in Balochistan after 18 abducted police officers found blindfolded, shot dead

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Pakistani security forces killed 75 suspected insurgents in Balochistan province amid a crackdown following an attack…

Source: The Washington Post – World ·

Geopolitics

Trump says U.S. and Iran will keep talking but declares ceasefire ‘OVER!’

The president suggested talks could continue amid military strikes, but analysts say a deeply flawed preliminary truce deal poses obstacles for negotiators.

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Jason Kelce shares heartfelt reaction to Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift wedding

Jason Kelce shared his enjoyment of his brother Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s wedding festivities. He admitted to consuming a significant number of beers during the celebratory …

Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·

Geopolitics

Trump signals support for Patriot production in Ukraine

US President Donald Trump says he may let Ukraine produce Patriot air defense missiles. Analysts welcome the move as a sign of support for the country — but warn it could take yea…

Source: The New York Times – World ·

Geopolitics

Ghanaian Influencer Is Extradited Over Romance Scam Targeting Older Americans

Prosecutors accused Frederick Kumi of running a scheme that defrauded Americans out of $8 million. He was flown to the United States on Thursday, his lawyer said.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

The World Cup Is Triggering a Massive Economic Boom. Here’s Why Some Major Business Hubs Are Missing Out

Two major economic powerhouses have not been participating in the FIFA groundswell.

Source: The New York Times – World ·

Geopolitics

Iran’s Supreme Leader Remains Absent, a Void at the Top of the Regime

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei did not appear at his father’s funeral this week, fueling speculation about his physical condition and leaving a power vacuum in a divided country.

Source: The Guardian – World ·

Geopolitics

Test runs and a shock-absorbing cage: how Bayeux tapestry was moved to UK

Medieval artwork safely delivered to British Museum before going on display from September in tightly controlled conditionsBayeux tapestry crosses Channel in dead of nightThe Baye…

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

How Dr. Bronner’s Crashed ‘Ru Paul’s Drag Race’—And Stole the Show

Dr. Bronner’s brought foam, flair, and a powerful message to Drag Race.

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Watch: Karur stampede: T.N. CM Vijay faults police, targets DMK | Above the Fold | 10.07.2026

From TVK chief and TN CM Vijay’s Karur visit to renewed tensions in West Asia, this episode brings you the day’s biggest stories. We also track PM Modi’s New Zealand visit, the po…

Source: Your Story ·

Startups

5 Novels that blur the line between fiction and reality

Discover five mind-bending novels that blur the line between fiction and reality, challenging perception, memory, identity, and truth.

Source: Wired ·

Tech & Startups

What Watching a Soccer Final Does to Your Body, According to Science

A recent study tracked hundreds of soccer fans until their favorite team reached the final of a tournament. Their stress levels skyrocketed, and their heart rates jumped too.

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Andy Burnham on the verge of becoming U.K. PM

Burnham, who is from Labour’s ‘soft left’ and was elected three times to run Manchester, won a byelection in Makerfield on June 18 in order to return to Westminster, as support fo…

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Delta Just Made Flying First Class Cheaper. An Expert Says Frequent Flyers May Not Be Happy With the Change

The carrier is seeking to boost revenue across its customer base.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Why the Most Adaptable Entrepreneurs Think Like ‘Big Brother’ Contestants

The CBS hit is a masterclass in strategy, relationships, and decision-making.

Source: BBC News – World ·

Geopolitics

Boxy forms and odd lights: US declassifies more UFO files

The US government published a fourth instalment of unresolved cases, promising to release more files on a rolling basis.

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

'Hang me in front of temple': Ex-Siddhivinayak trust chief rejects Shinde's donation 'loot' charge

Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde alleged donation irregularities at Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple. He questioned the silence on alleged temple donation looting during the previ…

Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·

Geopolitics

Ukraine's Bidnyi 'outraged' by Russia's Olympic return

In exclusive comments to DW, Ukraine's sports minister, Matviy Bidnyi, said he is outraged by the IOC opening the door to Russia's return to the Olympics

Source: Wired ·

Tech & Startups

Hiboy P6 Fat Tire Electric Bike Review: Smooth Sailing

Take on sand, snow, mud, gravel—this is the ebike for all your off-roading adventures.

Source: The New York Times – World ·

Geopolitics

Trump Says Negotiations With Iran Will Continue as U.S. Ramps Up Strikes

U.S. forces hit more than 170 targets, including air defense systems, drone and missile storage sites, and military speedboats.

Source: South China Morning Post – World ·

Geopolitics

Trump claims Iran wants to resume talks with US despite ceasefire breaches

US President Donald Trump said on Friday that Washington had agreed to resume discussions with Iran despite declaring an end to the fragile truce that had halted months of conflic…

Source: South China Morning Post – World ·

Geopolitics

Hong Kong’s 3-year deal to host LEAP East ‘affirms’ global I&T role

Hong Kong’s role as the exclusive Asian host of the Middle East’s flagship LEAP East exhibition affirms its status as a global hub for innovation and technology (I&T), the Tou…

Source: The Guardian – World ·

Geopolitics

Child abuser who preyed on orphans housed at Christian Brothers property

Exclusive: Records obtained by the Guardian show property owned by Catholic order used to house at least two brothers with horrific histories of child sexual abuseGet our breaking…

Source: The Guardian – World ·

Geopolitics

Why pay a premium fee for a service that isn’t? How the nationwide outage could hurt Telstra

The telco has long banked on its reputation as having the most stable, widest mobile telco coverage. That is now badly dentedFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updates…

Source: The Guardian – World ·

Geopolitics

Journalist Richard Guilliatt resigns from Walkley awards board after critic wins reporting prize

Exclusive: Resignation comes after abuse survivor said she was devastated her father, who was jailed for 48 years, was interviewed for the Shadow of Doubt podcastGet our breaking …

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