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Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

After hantavirus, now norovirus? How a gut bug forced a France cruise ship into lockdown

French authorities have eased restrictions on the cruise ship Ambition after confirming a viral gastrointestinal outbreak, not hantavirus, sickened dozens. Around 80 passengers an…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

'Have entered the fray to abolish Sanatana': Now, TVK MLA Mustafa endorses Stalin's remark

TVK MLA VMS Mustafa's remarks endorsing DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin's call to "abolish Sanatan" have sparked a political controversy in Tamil Nadu. Mustafa stated that his party…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

BITS Goa reports 2nd student suicide this year; PhD scholar found dead

A 26-year-old PhD scholar from Kerala was found dead at a rented accommodation in Verna, marking the second student suicide at BITS Pilani's Goa Campus this year. Authorities are …

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Bethell loses gold chain in RCB vs KKR match - here's what happened next

Jacob Bethell accidentally dropped his gold chain while getting dismissed during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL 2026 clash against Kolkata Knight Riders in Raipur. Devdutt Padi…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Rain threat looms large: What happens if PBKS vs MI gets washed out?

A looming rain threat in Dharamshala could significantly impact Punjab Kings' playoff aspirations as they face Mumbai Indians. A washout would grant both teams a point, potentiall…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

4 dead, 10 injured after bus-tanker collision triggers massive fire on Gujarat highway

A tragic collision between a private luxury bus and an asphalt-laden tanker near Sangani village in Gujarat's Surendranagar district resulted in a devastating fire. The incident, …

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Israel kills 22 in Lebanon in strikes ahead of high-stakes US-brokered talks

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk is staffed by experienced journalists and writers who work around the clock. • The team's goal is to p…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Merchant navy officer from UP goes missing in US

Here are the 4 bullet points summarizing the article: • The article is reporting from Varanasi and covers news across 10 districts in eastern Uttar Pradesh. • The journalist spec…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Viral video shows children sitting in car boot as vehicle speeds past 100 kmph in Hyderabad

A viral video from Hyderabad's Outer Ring Road shows a family traveling at over 100 kmph with at least three children seated in the car's open boot. The dangerous act has sparked …

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

China rejecting Meta's Manus acquisition may have changed 'Singapore route' for Chinese firms

China's blocking of Meta's $2 billion Manus AI acquisition signals a shift, making Singapore a less effective shield for Chinese tech firms seeking Western exits. Regulators inter…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Woman allegedly gangraped in private bus in Delhi; driver, conductor arrested

Delhi Police have registered a case and arrested two individuals after a woman alleged gangrape in a private bus. The bus used in the incident has been seized, and authorities are…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

‘Letter in drawer’: Trump left succession instructions for JD Vance in Oval Office

A senior White House official revealed President Trump has left detailed instructions for Vice President Vance in a letter at the Resolute Desk for emergencies. These remarks sur…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

'Bade logon ko bachaya ja raha hai': What NEET-UG leak case accused claimed after arrest

An accused in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case claimed "big people are being saved" while in CBI custody, intensifying speculation about influential players higher up the chain. T…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

'It’s going to finish one day': Virat Kohli makes honest reflection

Virat Kohli delivered a masterful performance, smashing his ninth IPL century to lead Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a successful chase of 193 against Kolkata Knight Riders. This …

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Mamata dons lawyers' robes, arrives at Calcutta HC in post-poll violence case

TMC chief and former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee appeared at the Calcutta High Court in a lawyer's attire. She is set to question proceedings in a post-poll violence Public Int…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

89 killed as fierce storm and heavy rain batter multiple districts in Uttar Pradesh

Powerful thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds have claimed at least 89 lives across Uttar Pradesh. The devastating storms, which lasted for hours, also injured 53 people and…

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Trump-Xi talks: U.S. to persuade China to play ‘more active role’ in resolving Iran war crisis, says Marco Rubio

When departing for Beijing, the U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters that he planned to have a “long talk” with the Chinese leader about Iran

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Lebanon, Israel to hold new talks in U.S. as ceasefire nears end

Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Lebanon and Israel agreed to hold new peace talks in Washington starting May 14, amid ongoing violence that has kill…

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrives in India, to attend BRICS FM meet

Araghchi will be coming face to face with UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs on Thursday (May 14, 2026) at BRICS Foreign Ministers summit

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Watch: What to expect from the Trump-Xi summit

U.S. President Donald Trump lands in Beijing for a three-day summit with President Xi. The two leaders are expected to discuss trade, the war in Iran, the technology race and more…

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

UAE 'denies reports' of secret Netanyahu visit

The announcement came a day after U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee announced that Israel had sent its Iron Dome air defence systems, plus personnel to operate them, to the …

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

U.S.-China summit: Taiwan issue could lead to ‘conflict’, Xi warns Trump

But beyond the pomp as he welcomed President Trump, President Xi used less effusive tones, saying the two sides “should be partners and not rivals” and highlighting the issue of s…

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Cuba has run out of diesel and fuel oil amid U.S. oil blockade

The ​country’s top energy official said Cuba continued negotiations to import fuel despite the blockade

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Watch: ‘We’re going to have a fantastic future together’: Trump to Xi Jinping

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • US President Donald Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping. • Trump expressed optimism about their meeting,…

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

What is the OpenAI criminal investigation about? | Explained

Two mass shootings — one in the U.S. and one in Canada — have brought to light the use of OpenAI’s ChatGPT in public killings

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Five Pakistani soldiers killed during operation against terrorists in Balochistan

The Inter-Services Public Relations said that in the course of the operation, seven militants were engaged and eliminated while five soldiers, including a field officer, were kil…

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

The Secret to Raising More Resilient Kids Americans Should Steal From Danish Parents

Why do Danish kids regularly top mental health rankings while America’s languish at the bottom? Parents’ mindset about risk plays a big role. 

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

What AI Bubble? Tech Stocks Are Getting Cheaper

Tech stocks have improved earnings so much they now look cheaper.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Your Business Has a Strait of Hormuz Problem—You Just Don’t Know It Yet

The 2026 Strait of Hormuz crisis highlights how the lean operations that built your business might be making it dangerously brittle.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

With $85 Million in Sales, Kevin Hart’s Tequila Brand Gran Coramino Is No Joke

The brand, which increased sales by 80 percent year-over-year in 2025, had a front row seat at Hart’s Netflix roast.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

The Next Big Marketing Channel Isn’t Influencers—It’s Your Customers’ Parties

From bachelorettes to bridal showers, this is the new playbook for brand growth.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

4 Questions Every Leader Should Ask to Find Their Personal North Star

In The Path of Least Regret, author Parul Somani uses a fresh take on ikigai to help leaders clarify what matters most before choosing what comes next.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Neuroscience Says This Embracing This Powerful Mindset Actually Rewires Your Brain

Over time, embracing a growth mindset changes your brain at a neurological level.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

I’ve Founded 7 Companies and Sold 1 for 8 Figures. This Is the 3 P.M. Rule That Changed How I Work

This simple rule has given me the discipline to say no that all the productivity books in the world couldn’t.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Nvidia Treats AI as a Competitive Weapon. Here’s How to Do the Same at Your Startup

Handing someone a ChatGPT login is not training.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

No, the Wheels Aren’t Coming Off the AI Economy

The AI experts keep telling you the sky is falling. It’s not—here’s why.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Stop Layering AI on Top of a Broken Foundation

Data expert and Bell Labs alumnus Fern Halper shares why organizations stall at the pilot phase—and how to build the trust and governance needed for real business impact.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

3 Low-Cost Moves That Help Build Culture

If you’re lowering your ambitions to fit a weak team, you don’t need a new strategy; you need to develop your company culture.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Why Our First Bad Hire Taught Me More Than Our Best One

We misjudged what matters in our talent strategy.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Want to Reverse Your Biological Age? A New Study Says to Change What You Eat

Researchers from the University of Sydney found that a specific balance of carbohydrates and fats can lower key biological age markers in older adults.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Martha Stewart Just Launched an AI Startup to Solve the 1 Thing Every Homeowner Hates

Hint already has $10 million in seed funding and support from the Points Guy himself.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Walmart Just Cut 1,000 Corporate Jobs for These 3 Reasons

New CEO John Furner recently announced plans to streamline the company’s operations.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

LinkedIn Just Rolled Out 4 New Premium Tools for Founders. Here’s Which Ones Are Worth Your Money

The company’s newest features are designed to help you scale faster.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Anthropic’s Newest Claude Feature Is Here to Help Small-Business Owners With Their Pain Points

Claude for Small Business will assist with payroll, the books, and more. An Anthropic exec explains precisely how.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Your Podcast is Your Business Card

Learn how five business owners are using their podcast to build their business.

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