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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…
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…
‘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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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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Fears for missing Sydney teen who hasn’t been seen since leaving for hike on Wednesday
Source: The Guardian – World
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- 18-year-old Lily Hooper missing in Nattai National Park since August 12; search continues with fresh teams and multi-agency efforts.
- Her car was found near the trail, but she hasn’t been located; police remain hopeful she’s safe and overdue, not missing.
- Search involves police, rescue teams, drones, and family, with concerns for her safety due to her experienced hiking background.
- Public urged to contact authorities if they saw her or have info about her hike on Wednesday.
75+ Happy Independence Day messages, greetings, wishes, and quotes
Source: Times of India – World
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- Independence Day (August 15) sees people uniting via WhatsApp messages.
- Messages convey pride, patriotism, and shared emotions.
- Simple digital communication strengthens national bonds.
- Tradition highlights technology’s role in fostering unity.
Jason Arday, Cambridge Professor Accused of Plagiarism, Is Found Dead
Source: The New York Times – World
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- Jason Arday died at 41 after a medical emergency; police treated his death as unexpected, without confirming identity.
- Family cited sustained abuse and misinformation linked to his Cambridge resignation over plagiarism/fabrication allegations.
- Arday, a working-class Ghanaian immigrant, overcame learning challenges to become Cambridge’s youngest Black professor.
- University investigated plagiarism claims, leading to his resignation last week amid controversy.
‘Enjoying two worlds at once’: work in Hong Kong, live and play in Greater Bay Area
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Hongkonger Polly Chan rents a weekend Guangzhou flat to escape Hong Kong's housing crisis, commuting via East Rail line from Tai Po.
- Guangzhou flat costs 1,000 yuan/month (vs. Shenzhen's 7,000 yuan), saving her HK$1,000+ for storage in Hong Kong.
- She uses the space for reading, enjoying cheap food and balancing work in Hong Kong with leisure in mainland China.
- Polly calls the flat a "sliver of breathing room," highlighting its value for her financial and living needs.
Chinese boy abducted at 3, who inspired child trafficking film, enters direct PhD programme
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Peng Wenle, abducted at 3 in 2008, was found after 3 years due to his parents' relentless search.
- Now a doctoral student, he credits his parents for avoiding a life of rural labor.
- His parents relocated to Shenzhen in 2007, enduring despair during the search.
- Wenle uses social media to support families seeking missing children.
How China’s young managers grappled with billion-yuan mandates as AI shocks hit portfolios
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- New portfolio managers faced severe losses as tech stocks collapsed during 50-day market turmoil, with some losing over two-thirds of assets.
- Yuan Zeqiang’s portfolios dropped 36% and 33% due to heavy tech stock exposure, despite inheriting a large $1.08 billion mandate.
- Market volatility intensified scrutiny on inexperienced managers, exposing risks of overexposure to volatile sectors.
- The competitive environment highlights challenges for new fund managers navigating rapid market shifts and client expectations.
West Asia war highlights: Bessent says U.S. to apply measures never seen on Iran
Source: The Hindu – World
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- U.S. threatens indefinite naval blockade of Iran, escalating economic pressure amid stalled ceasefire talks and oil supply concerns.
- UAE blames Iran for attacking oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz, highlighting regional tensions and critical waterway risks.
- U.S. directs carriers to use older catapult systems, risking higher military costs amid shipbuilding challenges.
- Israel warns U.S. of Iran’s assassination plots against Trump, including potential sniper attacks and knife attacks.
Lula holds slim lead over Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of Brazil election
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Lula leads Bolsonaro in Brazil’s presidential run-off poll, with a narrow margin due to margin of error.
- First-round lead shows Lula at 38%, Bolsonaro at 31%, with others trailing.
- Flavio Bolsonaro, right-wing standard-bearer, faces his father’s disqualification over abuse of power.
- Lula vows to protect Brazil’s minerals from foreign control, warning Trump against election interference.
World News Updates: 6.4-magnitude earthquake strikes Northern Sumatra, Indonesia
Source: Indian Express – World
·
- **Earthquake hits Northern Sumatra**: A 6.4-magnitude quake struck at 158 km depth, per GFZ, causing no immediate reported casualties.
- **Israeli drone attack injures 3 in Gaza**: Three Palestinians, including one in critical condition, were hospitalized after an attack in Deir el-Balah.
- **Lebanese PM condemns Israeli strikes**: Nawaf Salam called escalating attacks on southern Lebanon "of utmost gravity," citing civilian casualties and urging an end.
- **Taliban marks 5-year rule with education ban**: Despite pledges, they barred girls over 12 from school, sparking a UN warning over worsening human rights crises.
UN urges support for Afghan women’s aid five years into Taliban rule
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- UN Women warns over half of 74 Afghan women’s orgs may close due to funding cuts by 2025.
- UN’s $1.7bn aid appeal is 25% funded; 70% orgs report 6mo or less operational funds.
- Taliban’s 5-year rule imposes 100+ decrees restricting women’s rights, excluding them from public events.
- 56 nations urge Taliban to reverse gender restrictions; Afghanistan faces education, malnutrition, and border conflicts.
Families angered by slow search for loved ones after Colombia quake
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Families in Cali, Colombia, demand answers after slow search for loved ones buried in earthquake rubble, 7.4 magnitude quake.
- Stench of bodies reported as over 400 people remain missing, prompting public outrage.
- Al Jazeera’s Lucia Newman highlights ongoing search efforts and lack of progress in locating survivors.
- Authorities face pressure to improve rescue operations and provide updates on missing persons.
I wish I had been a more rebellious teenager, says Bella Ramsey
Source: BBC News – World
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- Bella Ramsey reflects on her teenage years, contrasting her disciplined past with the freedom of playing a teenager in *Sunny Dancer*.
- Director George Jaques drew from personal and survivor experiences to shape the film, emphasizing authenticity and grief.
- The film highlights societal pressures on youth to suppress grief, with calls for better support and understanding.
- Ramsey and Jaques advocate for reducing stigma around emotional expression and easing pressures on young people.
Reliance to partner Rolls-Royce to develop fighter jet engines
Source: Times of India – World
·
- Reliance Industries and Rolls-Royce partner to advance India's fifth-gen fighter program.
- Collaboration aims to enhance propulsion systems for next-gen combat aircraft.
- Announcement made on Friday, signaling progress in defense capabilities.
- Joint venture targets strategic upgrades for India's military aviation sector.
BBC seeks to subpoena Trump's family members in Panorama lawsuit
Source: BBC News – World
·
- BBC subpoenaed Trump’s family for documents/testimony in $10bn defamation case over a Panorama edit of his Capitol speech.
- Trump’s team claims BBC defamed him; BBC argues family members had knowledge of the speech.
- Subpoenas faced delivery issues; Trump delayed financial record disclosure, dropped BBC’s commercial arm.
- Trial scheduled for February 2027; BBC seeks dismissal, citing lack of defamation grounds.
Air India pilot's reported cannabis test: What it can and can't tell investigators
Source: BBC News – World
·
- Air India pilot tested positive for cannabis after a Phuket-to-Delhi flight incident, but results are unconfirmed, and no direct link to the altitude loss has been established.
- Investigation examines technical, operational, and human factors, with no official finding connecting the drug test to the aircraft's sudden descent.
- Studies show cannabis impairs complex tasks like flying, with residual effects up to 24 hours, but THC levels don’t reliably indicate impairment timing.
- Cannabis testing in aviation faces challenges due to variable THC detection times and lack of correlation between blood levels and impairment.
Wear now, pay later: the new rules of Southeast Asia’s indulgence economy
Source: South China Morning Post – World
·
- Instalments and resales help Bangkok/Jakarta residents balance luxury desires with affordability.
- Economic challenges force luxury buyers to prioritize liquidity over immediate spending.
- Jirapun Ngam uses instalments for designer goods while saving cash for real estate investments.
- An alternative luxury economy emerges, blending affordability with aspirational spending.
Iran war live: Trump vows to make Hormuz US territory ‘pretty soon’
Source: Al Jazeera – News
·
- US-Israel conflict with Iran continued, with attacks on Gaza and Lebanon.
- Live updates page closed; coverage now available via Al Jazeera English.
- Ongoing military actions in the region intensified.
- Regional tensions persist amid ongoing hostilities.
Russia Campaigned to Derail Moldova’s Pro-Western Government
Source: The New York Times – World
·
- Russia paid Moldovan Orthodox priests and ran vote-buying schemes to influence elections, targeting Western-leaning governance.
- Training camps in Serbia and Bosnia taught election interference tactics, including hacking and disinformation.
- A $200M scheme, funded by a Moldovan exile, used Russian-backed networks to manipulate votes.
- The campaign aimed to destabilize Moldova, a critical Russian ally, as part of broader Western destabilization efforts.
‘I shot Mr. Thompson’: Luigi Mangione’s stunning confession UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s killing
Source: The Hindu – World
·
- Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges linked to the 2024 murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, citing anger over the healthcare system.
- He used a 3D-printed gun with a silencer, targeting Thompson after exploiting a health insurance system he criticized.
- Public support for Mangione, driven by frustrations with for-profit healthcare, funded his defense and drew crowds to his plea hearing.
- The case highlighted his meticulous planning, including stalking Thompson and leaving a manifesto, with prosecutors citing evidence for potential trial.
Indonesia: Strong earthquake hits off coast of Flores island
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
·
- Magnitude 7.7 earthquake off Indonesia's Flores island killed at least 47, damaged buildings, and triggered dozens of aftershocks.
- Tsunami warning lifted after 3 hours, with waves under 1m recorded, though BMKG urged beach and riverbank evacuations.
- Residents evacuated to higher ground; hospitals moved patients, while communication disruptions hindered rescue efforts.
- Indonesia's Ring of Fire location highlights seismic vulnerability, with this quake adding to the region's destructive history.
Strong 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes eastern Indonesia, killing at least five
Source: The Guardian – World
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- A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Indonesia, killing 47, causing panic, building collapses, and 235 aftershocks, including a 6.1-magnitude quake.
- Rescuers faced blocked roads and communication issues in Nagekeo, with 20 dead and 6 injured in Maumere, including 8 landslide fatalities.
- Tsunami waves up to 1.5m hit areas, damaging 346 homes, schools, and hospitals, while power cuts and landslides hindered relief efforts.
- Indonesia’s Ring of Fire location and 2004 tsunami history highlight its vulnerability to seismic disasters and ongoing risks.
China rattled by Trump White House chaos weeks ahead of Xi visit. It has happened before
Source: South China Morning Post – World
·
- U.S. disorganization during Xi's 2024 U.S. visit mirrors 2015 chaos, with no clear leadership for preparations.
- Chinese officials express deeper anxiety due to the summit occurring on foreign soil.
- State Department remains uninvolved, unlike Trump’s 2017 Beijing trip, where Treasury and Trade Representative led.
- Little progress on deliverables as both sides struggle with routine preparations.
Lord's to Lahore: A look at India's milestone Tests before the 600th at Galle
Source: Times of India – World
·
- CK Nayadu led India's first Test team at Lord's Cricket Ground.
- The match occurred 94 years after a pivotal historical event.
- The team was a diverse group from a newly resurgent nation.
- Marks a milestone in cricket history and national pride.
Strong 7.7-magnitude quake strikes off Indonesia: USGS
Source: The Hindu – World
·
- **Magnitude 7.7 earthquake** struck Indonesia’s Flores region, killing 47, injuring dozens, and triggering landslides blocking critical roads.
- **Tsunami warnings** were issued but later lifted; small waves hit coastal areas, damaging infrastructure and displacing villagers.
- **Aftershocks** and collapsed buildings disrupted rescue efforts, with communication outages and damaged roads complicating access to remote villages.
- **Authorities deployed helicopters** and rescue vessels to aid recovery, but rising death tolls and buried villages may delay full casualty counts.
Why Beverage Founders and Investors Say Alex Cooper’s Unwell Hydration Wasn’t Built to Last
Source: Inc.
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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.
Indonesia earthquake: 20 people dead and tsunami warning issued after 7.7 magnitude quake
Source: Indian Express – World
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- **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.
- **Three aftershocks** followed, prompting evacuation orders to move inland >2km, with warnings lifted after monitoring.
- **Over 500,000** felt strong shaking; Indonesia’s Ring of Fire location and 1992 tsunami history highlight ongoing seismic risks.
- **Australia** deemed safe from tsunami threat, though regional monitoring continues for potential aftershocks.
The Polygamist's creator says women see themselves reflected in her Netflix hit
Source: BBC News – World
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- Sue Nyathi self-published *The Polygamist*, defying publishers' doubts, and it became a hit, adapted into a Netflix series now top in 60+ countries.
- The novel critiques modern deceptive polygamy, contrasting it with her family’s traditional practice, emphasizing lack of agency and exploitation.
- The Netflix adaptation shifts setting to South Africa, uses Zulu, and highlights women’s voices, sparking debates on abuse and cultural stereotypes.
- Nyathi, who left finance at 40 to write full-time, rejects "overnight success" labels, stressing her journey and cultural representation in media.
Many Canadians are boycotting the US, so this is where they're travelling instead
Source: BBC News – World
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- Kent Truscott canceled a Texas trip to avoid the U.S., opting for Canada’s Atlantic provinces instead, citing Trump’s policies and tariffs.
- Canadians’ U.S. travel boycott caused a $3.3bn revenue loss, prompting U.S. cities to offer discounts to lure back visitors.
- Many Canadians cite Trump’s anti-Canada rhetoric and tariffs as key reasons for avoiding U.S. travel, despite economic factors like currency fluctuations.
- Canadians like Lynda Rousseau and Nick Smith now prioritize domestic or international trips, emphasizing pride in Canada and avoiding U.S. expenses.
How is parkour helping these seniors avoid injuries?
Source: BBC News – World
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- Singapore's seniors combat aging challenges through parkour, boosting confidence and community bonds.
- Coach Tan Shie Boon highlights parkour’s role in injury prevention and social connection.
- BBC’s Kelly NG observed training sessions to explore seniors’ fitness benefits.
- Article also features other BBC videos on global issues like floods, wildlife, and tech.
Lebanon’s PM urges timetable for Israeli withdrawal as Hezbollah slams deal
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Hezbollah criticizes Lebanon’s government for exposing the army to Israeli pressure and undermining its role in protecting the country.
- PM Salam pushes for Israel’s withdrawal timetable, discussing military talks with US officials amid stalled negotiations.
- US Ambassador insists Israeli attacks will stop only if Hezbollah disarms, while Israel rejects withdrawal until Hezbollah is disarmed.
- Ongoing Israeli strikes have killed 4,335, displaced over a million, with talks resuming in early September amid deepening tensions.
Houthi attack on port kills four eroding truce with Yemen’s government
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Houthi missiles attack Yemen’s al-Makha port, killing four and damaging facilities.
- Attack undermines 2022 truce between Houthi rebels and government forces.
- Recent strikes reignite fears of renewed war in Yemen.
- Al Jazeera reports incident as escalation in ongoing conflict.
Magnitude-7.7 quake hits off coast of Indonesia, killing at least 5
Source: NBC News – World
·
- **Magnitude-7.7 earthquake** struck Indonesia's eastern Flores region, killing at least 47, with landslides blocking rescue access to Nagekeo.
- **Rescue teams** found 20 dead and 6 injured in Maumere; 157 homes and 87 schools were severely damaged.
- **Tsunami warnings** were issued but later downgraded, with no threat to Australia; Indonesia’s Ring of Fire location heightens seismic risks.
- **Regional impact** included panic, collapsed buildings, and disrupted communications, with aftershocks reported across Flores Island.
Delcy Rodriguez’s Castro tribute tests Venezuela’s balancing act between US and China
Source: South China Morning Post – World
·
- Beijing maintains commercial ties in Venezuela amid U.S. efforts to limit its political influence.
- Rubio criticizes Castro for Cuba's failures, calling him a dictator who impoverished and oppressed citizens.
- Beijing pledges unwavering support for Venezuela despite its shifting political landscape.
- Analysts note U.S. and Beijing's contrasting approaches to Venezuela's instability.
Yemen’s government says Houthi attack on al-Makha kills at least four
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Houthis attacked al-Makha port with six missiles, killing at least four civilians and damaging infrastructure, per Yemen’s government.
- Escalating tensions involve Houthi-Saudi clashes, linked to regional tensions over US-Israel-Iran conflicts.
- Houthis claimed drone strikes on Saudi Aramco facilities in Najran, citing Saudi military incursions into Yemeni airspace.
- US-Iran diplomacy stalls as Iran demands sanctions lifted, while Trump insists Iran pay compensation for damages.
Talks to sell PayPal to Stripe and Advent are heating up
Source: TechCrunch
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- PayPal may face a $53B sale to Stripe and Advent, though negotiations are ongoing and the company initially rejected the offer.
- CEO Enrique Lores’ turnaround includes restructuring into three units, cost cuts (20% workforce reduction), and recommitting to tech innovation.
- PayPal struggled post-pandemic due to e-commerce growth, leading to financial strain after rapid expansion during the pandemic.
- Lores, joining from HP in March, launched restructuring and cost-saving plans to reverse the company’s declining performance.
7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes off Indonesia coast
Source: Times of India – World
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- A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia's Flores region early Saturday.
- Tsunami warning issued for parts of East Nusa Tengga.
- The quake occurred near the Flores region's coastal area.
- Authorities monitored for potential tsunami impacts.
Donald Trump to declare Hormuz US territory 'soon'
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- Trump claims Strait of Hormuz will become U.S. territory post-Iran defeat, urging acceptance of higher gas prices due to Iran's blockade.
- U.S.-Iran war (since Feb. 28) has caused energy price spikes, with Iran blocking the strait and the U.S. imposing a naval blockade.
- Rising oil costs and war impacts are expected to dominate U.S. midterm elections in November.
- Trump downplays Navy conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln, insisting deployment is "not nearly enough" and a replacement is imminent.
Trump downplays concerns about sailors onboard USS Abraham Lincoln amid record deployment
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Trump downplays 9-month USS Abraham Lincoln deployment, dismissing family mental health concerns and supply issues as "not nearly long enough."
- Sailors face mental health crisis; one jumped overboard, navy denies increased suicide rates but cites operational secrecy.
- Lincoln to be replaced by USS George Washington; blockage of Iranian ports deemed indefinite, war exit unclear.
- Navy downplays reports, accuses media of victimizing troops, acknowledges some mental health cases but no fatalities.
Jason Arday, professor at centre of Cambridge plagiarism row, found dead
Source: The Guardian – World
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- **Jason Arday found dead at his London home**; police confirm death is unexpected, not suspicious, with family attributing it to years of public abuse and harassment.
- **Resigned from Cambridge** after plagiarism accusations and career inconsistencies, citing relentless scrutiny as a toll on his mental health.
- **Academic controversies** included disputed claims about his childhood, charity work, and academic credentials, prompting investigations by Cambridge and Glasgow Universities.
- **Academic community divided** over his appointment, with calls for transparency and debates about systemic bias amid ongoing inquiries into his qualifications.
Trump asks Supreme Court to let White House ballroom construction continue
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- **Administration seeks SCOTUS approval** to resume $400M White House ballroom, citing national security needs and recent threats.
- **Court halts construction** after ruling it lacks congressional approval, calling the project executive overreach.
- **National Trust challenges** claims, accusing the White House of bypassing courts and using tax law funds without congressional approval.
- **Plaintiffs demand Supreme Court reject appeal**, alleging the administration is evading judicial review and rushing construction.
Trump claims he will soon declare Strait of Hormuz a US territory; Iran hits back
Source: Times of India – World
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- US President Trump announced plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory, citing its strategic importance.
- The strait, a critical oil transit route, could face heightened military tensions and regional instability.
- The move escalates US regional assertiveness amid ongoing geopolitical rivalries.
- Potential impacts include altered maritime security dynamics and international diplomatic challenges.
Trump says he will declare Strait of Hormuz a US ‘territory’ amid Iran war
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Trump claims Strait of Hormuz as U.S. territory, escalating tensions with Iran over control of the critical oil route.
- U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks stalled due to disputes over strait access, with both sides imposing blockades and violating agreements.
- Legal experts warn U.S. toll proposals for the strait would violate international maritime law, risking further conflict.
- Iran defiantly rejects U.S. threats, while Trump vows economic pressure, amid growing U.S. public opposition to the war.
Wildfires rage across Europe as heatwaves drive record temperatures
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Wildfires in Europe burn 500,000 hectares, driven by record heat and drought.
- Croatia’s Omis town sees 1 death, 40 hospitalized, and 2,000 evacuations.
- Thousands flee as fires spread across the continent.
- Al Jazeera English reports the escalating crisis.
New York City Lawmakers Push to ‘Ban the Scan’ at MSG
Source: Wired
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- Privacy advocates and musicians rallied at Madison Square Garden, demanding a ban on facial recognition tech in NYC public spaces.
- City Council member Shahana Hanif proposed a bill to restrict biometric tech in venues, now backed by 27 council members.
- Madison Square Garden faces scrutiny for tracking fans, banning lawyers, and maintaining a database of VIPs with personal data.
- Hanif warns AI surveillance, tied to Dolan’s ties to Trump, undermines safety, urging transparency and accountability.
Trump threatens to declare strait of Hormuz ‘territory of the United States’
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Trump threatened to declare Hormuz Strait a US territory, emphasizing control over a critical global oil route amid Iran war tensions.
- Peace talks remain stalled as Iran refuses to reopen the strait, with US blockades and economic pressure failing to secure concessions.
- Iran insists Hormuz control lies under its authority, rejecting US demands for negotiations unless conditions are met.
- Fuel prices surged due to the war, yet Trump defended policies to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions, dismissing criticism of higher gas costs.
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