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Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsUS to send 5,000 troops to Poland, Trump says, after earlier deployment called off
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday he was sending 5,000 troops to Poland, after Washington said an earlier planned deployment had been called off amid pressure on Europe t…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsAI boom fuels US$11.6b data centre investment in Asia-Pacific as Hong Kong eyes niche role
The artificial intelligence boom is partially spurring investment in Asia-Pacific’s data centre properties with a record US$11.6 billion worth of capital poured into the segment i…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
Geopolitics16 dead after gunmen open fire in 2 separate attacks in Honduras
Gunmen opened fire in two separate attacks on Thursday on the Honduran coast, killing at least 16 people, including six police officers, police said. The first incident took place…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWoman jailed for nearly 42 years over US$250 million Minnesota fraud case
A judge on Thursday handed down an extraordinary prison sentence – nearly 42 years – to the former leader of a Minnesota charity who was convicted in a staggering US$250 million f…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsRobots at Singapore’s AI zone to clean, patrol and deliver goods
As robots become more advanced to carry out complex tasks, they are set to be at the forefront of the next phase of Singapore’s goal to become a world-class artificial intelligenc…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsNorthern Metropolis industrial park draws ‘global interest’ from AI, green firms
The new industrial park under the Northern Metropolis megaproject has attracted strong global interest from companies in environmental and AI sectors, its chairman has said, with …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina inventor creates sword-shaped aerial vehicle, bringing flying sword in fantasy novels to life
A Chinese influencer has turned the flying sword in Chinese xianxia fantasy novels into reality by creating a specially-shaped aerial vehicle. Fan Shisan, from southwestern China’…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina is losing the LLM race but it can still win in AI, ex-Tencent AI lead says
For years, Liu Wei was synonymous with Chinese tech giant Tencent Holdings’ artificial intelligence efforts. A distinguished scientist at the Shenzhen-based company, Liu was also …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
Geopolitics‘We really do not trust each other’: former US envoy foresees wary new phase in China ties
Former US ambassador to China Max Baucus has described the latest US-China summit as ushering in a new phase of wary “constructive stability”, with both sides focused more on prev…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsBoeing went to China to sell planes. Beijing is buying something else
When Air Force One touched down in Beijing, one of the most photographed passengers was Boeing’s chief executive, Kelly Ortberg, there to close a deal. Washington had come to sell…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina-Russia: energy ties
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Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
Geopolitics1 dead, 4 injured as Hong Kong subdivided flat fire forces 300 to be evacuated
A Hong Kong resident has died and four others were injured after a fire broke out late on Thursday in an old building under renovation in Jordan, prompting the evacuation of about…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina-US stability may not last, ex-Asia adviser to Obama says
Dr Evan Medeiros is the Penner family chair in Asia studies and the Cling family distinguished fellow in US-China studies at Georgetown University. He has served as the National S…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChinese gang caught using AI in Malaysia bungalow for Spanish job scam
A scam syndicate has been renting a bungalow in an upmarket area in Malaysia’s Johor state and using AI to carry out job scams all the way in Spain. Police uncovered their activit…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina’s vast new canal link to Southeast Asia set to open earlier than expected
China’s landmark Pinglu Canal has entered its final phase of construction and is set to begin trial operations as early as September, with a first shipping route linking the count…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsPoll finds nearly three-quarters of Democratic voters oppose aid to Israel
The US ally has seen support plummet in recent years amid widespread anger over its genocidal war on Gaza.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsWho are the 10 best FIFA World Cup players of all time?
The all-time greats who have shone on the biggest stage and written their names in football World Cup folklore.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIran’s World Cup hopes hit US visa hurdles
Players from Iran’s national football team are in Turkey applying for US visas for the 2026 World Cup.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUK launches ‘Great British Summer Savings’ to ease family costs
Families to benefit from reduced VAT to help lower costs at theme parks, theatres, zoos, and museums.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIs Islamophobia being re-packaged as feminism?
A group of female activists at a far-right rally in the UK have sparked a backlash.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsDo aid flotillas make a difference for Palestinians under Israeli blockade?
Israeli minister's mistreatment of abducted activists sparks global condemnation.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsTrump shifts between diplomacy and threats in Iran standoff
Supporters say unpredictable Trump approach deal-making strength, others see reflection of strategic dilemma.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsFive key takeaways from Democrats’ autopsy report on Kamala Harris’s loss
Riddled with mistakes and missing sections, 192-page document on 2024 election loss to Trump fails to mention Gaza.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsEbola tensions rise as treatment centre torched in DR Congo’s Ituri
Residents in DRC torch facility over burial disputes, spotlighting challenges in tackling Ebola outbreak.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsFans create AI-generated team songs ahead of World Cup
Fan-made football anthems are raking in millions of plays on social media, rivalling FIFA commissions from musicians.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUS sanctions elected Hezbollah MPs and Lebanese security officials
Hezbollah says the sanctions will have 'absolutely no effect' on its strategy amid ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsFlotilla activists recount Israeli violence as they arrive in Turkiye
Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla arrived in Istanbul on Thursday and described Israeli violence.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsNYC launches lottery for $50 World Cup football tickets
New York City is launching a lottery for 1,000 discounted World Cup tickets priced at $50.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsEbola treatment hospital burned down in DRC as outbreak spreads
Protesters set a hospital on fire in the Democratic of Congo, as authorities struggle to contain an Ebola outbreak.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsRonaldo scores twice to seal Saudi Pro League at last with Al-Nassr
Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo leads Al-Nassr to Saudi Pro League title in last game before World Cup 2026.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsBoard of Peace envoy warns ‘permanent’ Gaza divide under current status quo
UN Security Council urged to press for Israeli obligations and Hamas disarmament under Gaza 'ceasefire' roadmap.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAt least 16 people killed in two attacks in northern Honduras
One attack involved a police raid, while the other took place on a palm farm, killing rural labourers.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsOver 2,000 gather in San Diego to mourn three men killed in mosque attack
The three men killed in the shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego were remembered as heroes at the memorial.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUS says it has not changed its stance on sanctioning Francesca Albanese
The Trump administration had sanctioned the UN expert for her criticism of Israel's policies towards Palestinians.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIran war live: Signs of progress amid efforts to reach US-Iran peace deal
A new opinion poll in the US suggests that 60 percent of Americans now oppose President Donald Trump's war on Iran.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUS Senate pushes back against Trump’s $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund
The Senate delayed a vote on immigration enforcement funds in a rare show of dissent ahead of its Memorial Day recess.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsTurkish court ousts leader of main opposition party
Ankara court overturns results of leadership election won by Republican People's Party head Ozgur Ozel.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsGreenlanders protest opening of new US consulate in Nuuk
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Nuuk as the United States opened a new consulate in Greenland’s capital.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsCaitriona Graham recounts violent treatment after Gaza flotilla raid
Irish activist Caitriona Graham recounts violent treatment after Gaza flotilla raid
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMalaysia orders TikTok to address ‘defamatory’ content about king
Watchdog instructs social media giant to strengthen moderation following circulation of 'grossly offensive' content.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsExtreme climate scenario fades, but warming continues
The rapid rollout of renewable energy is helping to shift emissions trends, but expected temperature rises remain high as the UN moves to tighten countries' commitments.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsGermany 2026 World Cup squad announcement: Neuer returns
Two years after retiring from international football, Manuel Neuer is back in Germany's 2026 World Cup squad.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsLatvia scrambles NATO jets in drone alert, the latest of several in Baltic
Latvia's military said NATO planes responded to at least one drone flying in its airspace. It's the latest in a string of such incidents in the Baltic, one of which eventually top…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsWill SpaceX's IPO fund life on Mars — and a trillionaire?
SpaceX is launching history's biggest public listing, propelling Elon Musk's wealth into the stratosphere. DW explores whether the firm's out-of-this-world ambitions are truly cos…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsNew Chinese surveillance leaves foreigners nowhere to hide
A Chinese cybersecurity expert has revealed to DW details of China's new high-tech policing. From ski resort facial recognition to seats on a train, the system can track anyone an…
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