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Geopolitics

'Difficult for Pakistan to handle': Shoaib Akhtar warns Babar Azam-led side

Times of India – World · India

Shoaib Akhtar sounds the alarm for Pakistan ahead of the impending Test series against England. He predicts that England will craft seam-friendly pitches desig…

Geopolitics

Delimitation row: TN assembly passes resolution to freeze Lok Sabha Seats at 543

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with a dedicated team for real-time news updates. - Focuses on excellence in journalism, verifying and presenting breaking news…

Geopolitics

Beijing’s tree die-off reveals hidden risks of rapid underground water recovery

South China Morning Post – World · China

At a time of year when Beijing’s vegetation should be at its greenest, thousands of trees of various species in a park in the city’s Chaoyang district have wit…

Tech & Startups

India’s Yulu raises $93M as quick-commerce boom fuels e-bike demand

TechCrunch · US

Yulu aims to have a fleet of 200,000 bikes in the next two years and faster electric two-wheelers, aiming at new logistics use cases.

Geopolitics

Massive bailout for Australia’s largest aluminium smelter expected to be announced by PM and NSW premier

The Guardian – World · Europe

Rio Tinto said in December it may cease operations at the Tomago aluminium smelter at the end of its current electricity supply contractFollow our Australia ne…

Geopolitics

Total Eclipse

The New York Times – World · US

If you’re in Europe, get ready to gaze at the sky. But not without the right glasses.

Geopolitics

Cristiano Ronaldo marries long-time partner Georgina Rodríguez

BBC News – World · Europe

The Portuguese superstar has posted an image of two hands - presumed to be his on top of his wife's - both wearing wedding rings.

Geopolitics

Why US is questioning Pakistan's Rs 3 trillion defence spending

Times of India – World · India

The US State Department has flagged Pakistan's limited oversight of military and intelligence spending. Concerns were also raised regarding government debt di…

Geopolitics

Passenger ferry catches fire near Bali; 106 rescued, 25 still trapped

Times of India – World · India

A tragic incident unfolded when a ferry, the Putri Yasmin, traveling from Bali to Lombok, caught fire, resulting in one death and the rescue of 172 individuals…

Geopolitics

Colombian woman pulled alive from rubble as earthquake death toll tops 200

South China Morning Post – World · China

Colombian rescuers pulled a 32-year-old woman alive from the rubble of a collapsed building on Tuesday, sparking cheers and applause as exhausted crews raced t…

Geopolitics

Trump says secret plane switch ‘up to the Secret Service’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US President Donald Trump says the decision to make a plane switch in Turkiye after the NATO summit.

Geopolitics

Francesca Hong aims to ride progressive wave in Wisconsin primary for governor

The Guardian – World · Europe

Democratic socialist is frontrunner in four-way race to face Republican Tom Tiffany in test of anti-establishment moodWisconsin voters will decide on Tuesday w…

Geopolitics

Drone strikes power station near Libya’s largest oil refinery

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A drone has struck a power station in Libya’s western city of Zawiya

Geopolitics

IndiGo flight with 224 onboard makes emergency landing after engine failure

Times of India – World · India

On Tuesday night, an IndiGo flight traveling from Kolkata to Chennai encountered a left-engine failure, prompting the pilot to declare a full emergency before …

Geopolitics

Progressive Peggy Flanagan sweeps Minnesota Senate primary in race defined by anti-ICE anger

The Guardian – World · Europe

State’s Democratic lieutenant governor bests Angie Craig in another election contest pitting a progressive against a moderatePeggy Flanagan, Minnesota’s lieute…

Geopolitics

Cuba celebrates Castro’s 100th as his revolution faces its toughest test

The Hindu – World · India

This August 13 comes amid one of Cuba's worst crises in living memory, with acute shortages of food and water, and chronic power cuts

Geopolitics

HC denies bail to ex-commission secretary accused of leaking exam paper to son

Times of India – World · India

The Chhattisgarh high court denied bail to a retired IAS officer and former CGPSC secretary. He is accused of leaking 2021 state civil services exam papers to …

Geopolitics

Zambia Election: President Hichilema Faces Backlash Ahead of Vote

The New York Times – World · US

President Hakainde Hichilema was elected five years ago, promising to protect civil liberties in his copper-rich African nation. Now, he’s accused of trampling…

Geopolitics

In Bali, a Quest to Restore the Sacred Glow of Fireflies

The New York Times – World · US

The insects, revered in local culture, are disappearing for many reasons, including rapid development to cater to tourists.

Geopolitics

In Europe, the Total Solar Eclipse Is Hours Away

The New York Times – World · US

Sky watchers have flocked to places, from Iceland to Spain, where the moon will completely block the sun.

Geopolitics

How Nigel Farage Ended Up Running Against Count Binface in Clacton

The New York Times – World · US

Nigel Farage forced a new election in his parliamentary seat after coming under pressure over his finances. His main challenger is Count Binface, a novelty can…

Geopolitics

Israel deliberately starting wildfires in southern Lebanon, firefighters say

The Guardian – World · Europe

First responders, residents and environmental groups say military dropping flares to destroy forests and cropsFirefighters and residents of south Lebanon have …

Geopolitics

UK heatwaves may have cost economy £4.4bn in lost output so far this year, analysis finds

The Guardian – World · Europe

Verdant thinktank says cost could top £25bn a year by 2030 and calls for maximum temperature for working and urban redesign to cool down citiesRepeated debilit…

Geopolitics

British man with dementia told to leave Sweden after losing migration case

The Guardian – World · Europe

Exclusive: Horace Mason, 74, who has lived in Sweden for 25 years, faces being deported after court rulingA 74-year-old British man who has been living in Swed…

Geopolitics

Why Nigel Farage Is Running Against a ‘Trash Can’

The New York Times – World · US

Our reporter Amelia Nierenberg describes how the right-wing British political leader Nigel Farage, who is seeking re-election to Parliament, faces an unconvent…

Geopolitics

Russia frees ex-US marine Gilman jailed since 2022

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Russia has released former US marine Robert Gilman, who had been jailed since 2022 for attacking a police officer.

Geopolitics

Trump’s Air Force One deception faces scrutiny over ‘decoy’ passengers

The Guardian – World · Europe

Journalists and others were allowed to fly on presidential jet despite security threat while Trump was spirited awaySign up for the Breaking News US newsletter…

Geopolitics

Mach 5 and beyond: US plans next-gen hypersonic missile with longer range, greater speed

Times of India – World · India

The US military is spearheading efforts to develop groundbreaking hypersonic cruise missile technology through DARPA. The goal is to achieve unprecedented adva…

Geopolitics

China prepares to mark Jiang Zemin centenary with full commemorative honours

South China Morning Post – World · China

Beijing has started airing a heavyweight documentary on former Chinese president Jiang Zemin as part of commemoration events marking the centenary of his birth…

Geopolitics

'Generation gutter' remark on NEET protesters: Agra lawyer files case against Kangana Ranaut

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver current, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, journalists verify and present breaking news, analy…

Geopolitics

Trump’s secret plane swap triggers questions and confusion

The Hindu – World · India

- U.S. President Trump allegedly exited Air Force One via a catering truck to evade an Iranian missile threat, raising security concerns. - Journalists unawa…

Geopolitics

Trump confirms he switched planes after Nato summit because of possible threat

BBC News – World · Europe

Journalists and White House staff who were on board the jet were unaware the president had left.

Geopolitics

Bengaluru: Prajwal Revanna found with phone, pen drive in jail; fresh FIR filed

Times of India – World · India

Former MP Prajwal Revanna was found with a mobile phone during a prison raid. A pen drive and charger were also discovered during the extensive search operati…

Geopolitics

Oil prices rise as attacks dent hopes for Strait of Hormuz reopening

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Brent crude climbs as renewed violence dampens hopes for a return to stability in energy markets.

Geopolitics

North Korea tests missile ahead of US-South Korea drills

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The suspected ballistic missile was launched towards Japan and likely fell just outside of its special economic zone, Tokyo said.

Geopolitics

'I would be very worried': Ex-Sri Lankan cricketer names India's biggest weapon

Times of India – World · India

Former Sri Lanka all-rounder Farveez Maharoof anticipates India fielding three spinners in the upcoming Test. He believes young Manav Suthar might get the nod…

Geopolitics

'Much more than meets the eye': Rahul targets PM after US court drops case against Adani

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver current, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, the team gathers, verifi…

Geopolitics

Trump says he slipped away from Air Force One in Turkey due to threat

The Hindu – World · India

I think it was at greater risk ‌because that would be ​the plane I think that they ⁠would be more ⁠likely to go for, said U.S. President Donald ​Trump

Startups

Why mastery begins with small steps and steady progress

Your Story · India

Learn why every great achievement starts with small steps and how patience, practice, and persistence lead to lasting success.

Geopolitics

Baby Shark boy set to make K-pop debut

BBC News – World · Europe

The boy from the most-watched YouTube video of all time is now 17 years old, and wants to be a K-pop star.

Geopolitics

HKEX pushes ahead on extended trading hours discussions as it prepares paper: sources

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) will push ahead with talks on extending stock market trading hours by releasing a discussion paper, even as it faces br…

Geopolitics

Pannun murder plot: Indian national Nikhil Gupta's sentencing in US delayed to Nov 20

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team covers global events with dedicated journalists and writers, offering diverse perspectives 24/7. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and …

Geopolitics

Six killed in Houthi attack on Bab al-Mandeb ship, Yemen’s government says

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Deaths on Egyptian-owned Tihamah mark first shipping deaths linked to Houthis since the US-Israel war on Iran began.

Geopolitics

Russia kills 10 in Ukraine as Zelenskyy accuses Moscow of using N Korean missiles

Times of India – World · India

Russian missile and drone attacks killed at least ten civilians across Ukraine on Tuesday. President Zelenskyy accused Moscow of using North Korean ballistic …

Geopolitics

Bondi Beach shooting hero's assault charges dropped by police

BBC News – World · Europe

Police charged Ahmed al Ahmed in June after an alleged incident with his father at a Sydney home.

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