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Geopolitics

Fears for missing Sydney teen who hasn’t been seen since leaving for hike on Wednesday

The Guardian – World · Europe

Fresh search teams to scour Nattai national park for Lily Hooper, 18, who failed to return home from a bushwalkGet our breaking news email, free app or daily n…

Geopolitics

75+ Happy Independence Day messages, greetings, wishes, and quotes

Times of India – World · India

Messages for Independence Day instill a sense of pride and optimism about the future. Through both digital platforms and personal encounters, these greetings u…

Geopolitics

Jason Arday, Cambridge Professor Accused of Plagiarism, Is Found Dead

The New York Times – World · US

Mr. Arday resigned last week after the university announced an investigation into allegations of plagiarism and fabrication.

Geopolitics

‘Enjoying two worlds at once’: work in Hong Kong, live and play in Greater Bay Area

South China Morning Post – World · China

Regional cooperation is a key priority in Hong Kong’s first five-year plan. In the fourth of a five-part series on the plan, we look at how life in the Greater…

Geopolitics

Chinese boy abducted at 3, who inspired child trafficking film, enters direct PhD programme

South China Morning Post – World · China

A young Chinese man who has just graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Technology from the prestigious Wuhan University is set to embark o…

Geopolitics

How China’s young managers grappled with billion-yuan mandates as AI shocks hit portfolios

South China Morning Post – World · China

As Leopold Aschenbrenner’s US hedge fund saw assets wiped off by more than two-thirds in a single month, some of China’s new portfolio managers also felt the s…

Geopolitics

West Asia war highlights: Bessent says U.S. to apply measures never seen on Iran

The Hindu – World · India

The U.S. has tightened economic sanctions against Iran and other individuals and entities that it ‌says are helping it procure weapons

Geopolitics

Lula holds slim lead over Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of Brazil election

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A new poll shows Lula leading Bolsonaro, but the gap has closed ahead of Brazil's high-stakes presidential election.

Geopolitics

World News Updates: 6.4-magnitude earthquake strikes Northern Sumatra, Indonesia

Indian Express – World · India

- **Earthquake hits Northern Sumatra**: A 6.4-magnitude quake struck at 158 km depth, per GFZ, causing no immediate reported casualties. - **Israeli drone at…

Geopolitics

UN urges support for Afghan women’s aid five years into Taliban rule

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

More than half of women’s organisations operating in Afghanistan could cease operations within next year: UN Women.

Geopolitics

Families angered by slow search for loved ones after Colombia quake

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Families are demanding answers over loved ones buried under rubble in Cali, Colombia after Monday’s 7.4 magnitude quake.

Geopolitics

I wish I had been a more rebellious teenager, says Bella Ramsey

BBC News – World · Europe

Ramsey stars in a new film about a cancer survivor who attends “chemo camp” and finds friendship, love and freedom.

Geopolitics

Reliance to partner Rolls-Royce to develop fighter jet engines

Times of India – World · India

- Reliance Industries and Rolls-Royce partner to advance India's fifth-gen fighter program. - Collaboration aims to enhance propulsion systems for next-gen c…

Geopolitics

BBC seeks to subpoena Trump's family members in Panorama lawsuit

BBC News – World · Europe

The BBC's lawyers argue Trump's family members "have personal knowledge" of his intentions in the speech he gave outside the US Capitol on 6 January 2021.

Geopolitics

Air India pilot's reported cannabis test: What it can and can't tell investigators

BBC News – World · Europe

A reported cannabis-positive test involving an Air India pilot raises questions about what such a result can actually tell investigators.

Geopolitics

Wear now, pay later: the new rules of Southeast Asia’s indulgence economy

South China Morning Post – World · China

With its padded leather and gold “CC” lock, Coco Chanel’s instantly recognisable bag is practically part of the uniform for any self-respecting Bangkok propert…

Geopolitics

Iran war live: Trump vows to make Hormuz US territory ‘pretty soon’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US President Trump says that 'pretty soon' he will declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory once Iran is defeated.

Geopolitics

Russia Campaigned to Derail Moldova’s Pro-Western Government

The New York Times – World · US

In Moldova, Moscow paid Orthodox priests, conducted a vote-buying scheme and set up training camps on election interference — all in an effort to derail the We…

Geopolitics

‘I shot Mr. Thompson’: Luigi Mangione’s stunning confession UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s killing

The Hindu – World · India

Mangione has long denied his role in the killing but pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges on August 14, 2026

Geopolitics

Indonesia: Strong earthquake hits off coast of Flores island

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

At least five people have died and several buildings were damaged after the powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake, which was followed by dozens of aftershocks. A t…

Geopolitics

Strong 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes eastern Indonesia, killing at least five

The Guardian – World · Europe

Shallow quake hit Indonesia’s Flores region early on Saturday, prompting thousands to seek higher groundA powerful 7.7-magnitude quake struck eastern Indonesia…

Geopolitics

China rattled by Trump White House chaos weeks ahead of Xi visit. It has happened before

South China Morning Post – World · China

Just months ago, disorganised planning from Washington in the lead-up to US President Donald Trump’s landmark China visit frustrated Chinese officials. Now, Be…

Geopolitics

Lord's to Lahore: A look at India's milestone Tests before the 600th at Galle

Times of India – World · India

The men-in-Blue, led by Shubman Gill, are set to become only the third team after England and Australia to reach the milestone, that too on the day when the na…

Geopolitics

Strong 7.7-magnitude quake strikes off Indonesia: USGS

The Hindu – World · India

Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) warned of the possibility of tsunami waves being generated by the earthquake

Entrepreneurship

Why Beverage Founders and Investors Say Alex Cooper’s Unwell Hydration Wasn’t Built to Last

Inc. · Global

Unwell Hydration’s collapse shows the limits of celebrity-backed CPG—and why a massive audience doesn’t necessarily translate into shelf velocity, experts say.

Geopolitics

Indonesia earthquake: 20 people dead and tsunami warning issued after 7.7 magnitude quake

Indian Express – World · India

- **Magnitude 7.7 earthquake** struck off Flores Island, killing 20 and injuring one; tsunami warning issued due to shallow depth (10km) and proximity to coast…

Geopolitics

The Polygamist's creator says women see themselves reflected in her Netflix hit

BBC News – World · Europe

Zimbabwean novelist Sue Nyathi self-funded her debut novel and now asks who can afford to write at all.

Geopolitics

Many Canadians are boycotting the US, so this is where they're travelling instead

BBC News – World · Europe

From exploring their own backyard to travelling abroad, many Canadians are spending their money elsewhere to send a message to the US president.

Geopolitics

How is parkour helping these seniors avoid injuries?

BBC News – World · Europe

In one of the world's fastest aging countries, older people are finding creative ways to stay healthy.

Geopolitics

Lebanon’s PM urges timetable for Israeli withdrawal as Hezbollah slams deal

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Hezbollah criticises Beirut’s approach, accusing officials of exposing the Lebanese army to risks and Israeli pressure.

Geopolitics

Houthi attack on port kills four eroding truce with Yemen’s government

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Six Houthi ballistic missiles struck Yemen's government-held al-Makha port, killing at least four.

General

Magnitude-7.7 quake hits off coast of Indonesia, killing at least 5

NBC News – World · US

A magnitude-7.7 earthquake hit off the coast of Indonesia in the eastern Flores region, the United States Geological Survey reported on Friday.

Geopolitics

Delcy Rodriguez’s Castro tribute tests Venezuela’s balancing act between US and China

South China Morning Post – World · China

Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez’s tribute to Fidel Castro has drawn a blistering rebuke from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, highlighting the p…

Geopolitics

Yemen’s government says Houthi attack on al-Makha kills at least four

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Hostilities are rising between Iran-backed Houthis and Yemen's internationally recognised government.

Tech & Startups

Talks to sell PayPal to Stripe and Advent are heating up

TechCrunch · US

PayPal is still reportedly negotiating a potential sale to Stripe and private equity firm Advent, as the fintech firm's new CEO attempts to turn the company ar…

Geopolitics

7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes off Indonesia coast

Times of India – World · India

- A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia's Flores region early Saturday. - Tsunami warning issued for parts of East Nusa Tengga. - The quake occur…

Geopolitics

Donald Trump to declare Hormuz US territory 'soon'

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Donald Trump said the strait would become part of the US after Iran is defeated. He also told Americans to accept higher gas prices, which have soared since Ir…

Geopolitics

Trump downplays concerns about sailors onboard USS Abraham Lincoln amid record deployment

The Guardian – World · Europe

President said nine months at sea ‘not nearly long enough’ even as families call for attention to mental health crisisDonald Trump has downplayed concerns abou…

Geopolitics

Jason Arday, professor at centre of Cambridge plagiarism row, found dead

The Guardian – World · Europe

Academic was pronounced dead at his home in south London after police called to address after 3pm on FridayJason Arday, the academic who resigned last week as…

Geopolitics

Trump asks Supreme Court to let White House ballroom construction continue

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Justice Department lawyers echoed the US president's claim that the $400 million White House ballroom ​project is a security necessity.

Geopolitics

Trump claims he will soon declare Strait of Hormuz a US territory; Iran hits back

Times of India – World · India

- US President Trump announced plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory, citing its strategic importance. - The strait, a critical oil transit ro…

Geopolitics

Trump says he will declare Strait of Hormuz a US ‘territory’ amid Iran war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Control over the strait has been a sticking point in the ongoing ceasefire negotiations between the US and Iran.

Geopolitics

Wildfires rage across Europe as heatwaves drive record temperatures

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Wildfires fuelled by record heat are ravaging Europe, burning around 500,000 hectares and forcing thousands to flee.

Tech & Startups

New York City Lawmakers Push to ‘Ban the Scan’ at MSG

Wired · Global

At a press conference outside Madison Square Garden, politicians, musicians, and privacy advocates argued for tighter restrictions on how public venues deploy …

Geopolitics

Trump threatens to declare strait of Hormuz ‘territory of the United States’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Seriousness of remark made in New York on Friday, and whether it signaled new policy ​position, not clearDonald Trump has threatened to declare the strait of H…

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