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Geopolitics

Ex-India batter questions Sarfaraz’s exile, backs him over Jurel for SL Tests

Times of India – World · India

Mohammad Kaif stands firmly in support of Sarfaraz Khan being chosen for India's Test team, emphasising his skill in playing spin bowling. He proposes that Sar…

Geopolitics

Alan Jones trial: alleged victim told brother indecent assaults weren’t ‘too bad’ but involved broadcaster grabbing his penis, court hears

The Guardian – World · Europe

Former 2GB and 2UE radio host, now 85, has pleaded not guilty to 22 charges of indecent assault and sexual touchingFollow our Australia news live blog for late…

Geopolitics

Malaysian scam kingpin walks free; Lee Kuan Yew’s pen up for auction: 7 Asia highlights

South China Morning Post – World · China

We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you wou…

Geopolitics

Watch: Buildings crumble, debris rains down as 7.4-magnitude quake hits Colombia

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team covers global events with seasoned journalists and writers. - Focus on accuracy, depth, and timely updates for international affairs.…

Startups

6 Books to explore the relationship between money & emotions

Your Story · India

Discover 6 insightful books that explore the emotional side of money, revealing how fear, desire, habits, identity, and happiness shape finances.

Geopolitics

Former Air Force Secretary says he’ll sue Trump administration to restore his security clearance

The Hindu – World · India

As my mother taught me years ago, you stand up to bullies, said Former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall adding that he’ll sue the administration, noting it ha…

Geopolitics

Trump says would be 'terrible mistake' to replace FIFA's Infantino

The Hindu – World · India

Mr. Trump's backing of Mr. Infantino contrasts with the response of U.S. Soccer, which issued a statement critiquing the FIFA leader alongside Canada Soccer an…

Geopolitics

$500 bn AI boom: Nvidia, Wall Street giants join hands for chip, data centre push

Times of India – World · India

Nvidia has joined forces with six prominent financial institutions to enhance AI infrastructure funding. The collaboration will see these firms create platform…

Geopolitics

Woman left paralysed after treatment; hospital, doctors told to pay Rs 15 lakh

Times of India – World · India

A Ludhiana hospital and two doctors faced liability for medical negligence. A woman developed paralysis after a lumbar drain procedure for a nasal fluid leak.…

Geopolitics

Fire rages after drone strikes Libya’s largest oil refinery

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A drone attack ignited gasoline at Libya's Zawiya oil refinery, the country's largest operational facility.

Geopolitics

Tesla faces uphill battle for FSD entry as China rewrites self-driving car rules: analysts

South China Morning Post – World · China

The likelihood that US electric vehicle (EV) giant Tesla will obtain Beijing’s approval for higher-level autonomous driving remains a distant prospect, accordi…

Geopolitics

Congress's Sam Pitroda questions 'use of force' against Jharkhand students

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7, delivering real-time news and comprehensive updates globally. - Committed to excellence, they verify and present breaking news…

Geopolitics

At least 132 killed in Colombia's largest earthquake in years

BBC News – World · Europe

More than 480 people were injured in the quakes, with more feared trapped under collapsed buildings.

Geopolitics

In a Sweltering Summer, These Italians Want Romans to Curl

The New York Times – World · US

By setting up a curling rink in the shadow of the Colosseum, sports officials hope to capitalize on the fresh popularity of the Winter Olympics phenomenon. Eve…

Geopolitics

France Bans Unsolicited Telemarketing Calls

The New York Times – World · US

Companies will no longer be allowed to advertise goods and services through cold calls without previous consent from consumers.

Geopolitics

US swaps ideology for ‘flexible realism’ and hard deterrence in Southeast Asia

South China Morning Post – World · China

Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby has pressed Southeast Asian nations to join a “flexible realism” strategy in the Indo-Pacific, as the United States priori…

Geopolitics

Tougher than armour, hard as diamond: China’s unbreakable crystal breakthrough

South China Morning Post – World · China

Chinese scientists have created a diamond with no Achilles’ heel – one that cannot be broken, even by a hard knock with a hammer – according to a paper publish…

Geopolitics

'New PM house, why not new govt schools in villages?' Dipke announces nationwide drive

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk is a dedicated team of journalists working around the clock to deliver current and comprehensive news. - Committed to excellence, they gather…

Geopolitics

‘A terrible mistake’: Donald Trump warns FIFA against replacing Infantino

Times of India – World · India

US President Donald Trump has come to FIFA president Gianni Infantino's defense, labeling any potential replacement as a grave error. Infantino is currently na…

Geopolitics

'At no cost' will Mann complete tenure: Warring predicts AAP govt collapse in Punjab

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver real-time news and updates globally. - Focus on breaking news, in-depth analysis, and ver…

Geopolitics

'I still miss him': China’s AI crackdown leaves users mourning lost virtual boyfriends

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team provides global news with diverse perspectives, covering international events round the clock. - Journalists prioritize accuracy, dep…

Geopolitics

Where did all the money go if the US is running out of weapons?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The war on Iran is exposing shortages in US weapons stockpiles, raising questions about years of defence spending.

Geopolitics

How US staged Air Force One departure to hide Trump’s secret exit from Turkey

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump secretly flew out of Turkey last month on a smaller plane than previously known due to an assassination threat from Iran, The Washing…

Geopolitics

SCMP signs 3 MOUs in Malaysia to deepen Hong Kong-Asean regional cooperation

South China Morning Post – World · China

The South China Morning Post has signed three memorandums of understanding (MOUs) in Kuala Lumpur aimed at deepening regional cooperation and serving as a brid…

Geopolitics

Australia adds optional gender identity, sexual orientation questions to census

The Hindu – World · India

For a proportion of the population, … collecting this information is very important; but for other people, it's information that they simply don't want to shar…

Geopolitics

Sarfaraz Khan's return: A 17kg weight loss, relentless fight and a Test recall

Times of India – World · India

On Friday, Sarfaraz Khan posted a photo on Instagram from the 2019 Telugu film ‘Jersey’ with a caption that read: “I may not fit in, but I’ll fight with everyt…

Geopolitics

‘Non-negotiable’: T Dilip reveals what still sets Virat Kohli apart in the field

Times of India – World · India

Former fielding coach T Dilip praised Virat Kohli's consistent on-field intensity. Kohli's dedication during practice mirrored his match-day performance, insp…

Geopolitics

India demands accountability after embassy premises defaced in Slovenian capital

The Hindu – World · India

We have taken up the matter strongly with Slovenian authorities, both in New Delhi and in Ljubljana, so that the perpetrators behind such reprehensible acts ar…

Geopolitics

Colombia’s far-right government recognises Israeli claim over Golan Heights

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The South American nation is only the second country to recognise Israel's claims over the illegally annexed territory.

Geopolitics

Trump Media Q2 results: US president-led media venture posts $238 m loss

Times of India – World · India

In the second quarter, Trump Media faced a dramatic loss of $238 million despite seeing its revenue more than double. However, operating losses expanded signif…

Geopolitics

'Meri galti nahi thi': Harbhajan Singh reveals why he was expelled from NCA

Times of India – World · India

Harbhajan Singh went on to become one of India's most successful spinners. He represented India from 1998 to 2016 and finished his international career with mo…

Geopolitics

Trump demands compensation from Iran as talks on Strait of Hormuz continue

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US president seeks payment for '50 years' of alleged damages after Iran conditions opening of Hormuz on war reparations.

Geopolitics

Why did US defence official Colby avoid mention of Scarborough Shoal in Manila speech?

South China Morning Post – World · China

US Undersecretary of Defence for Policy Elbridge Colby avoided naming Beijing or addressing escalating tensions in the South China Sea during a speech in Manil…

Geopolitics

Why are South Korean football fans choosing European clubs over the K League?

South China Morning Post – World · China

Yoon Jin-woo had never gone to Seoul World Cup Stadium to watch FC Seoul, the city’s team and the club that calls South Korean football’s symbolic home its own…

Geopolitics

CWG medals, state silence? How actively are states promoting sports and athletes

Times of India – World · India

India’s states celebrated 39 Commonwealth Games medals, but how much are their sports departments actually promoting those achievements? This investigation tra…

Geopolitics

Trump hid in catering cart to board secret flight in Turkey amid Iran threat – reports

The Guardian – World · Europe

Elaborate ruse was used to transport president to military flight from Air Force One to return from Nato meetPrompted by an Iranian assassination threat, Donal…

Geopolitics

Colombia quake: Over 2k missing; flights disrupted, 21 aftershocks - top developments

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team provides global news with diverse perspectives, focusing on international affairs. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timely coverag…

Geopolitics

Republicans name candidate to replace Chuck Edwards after sexual harassment investigation

The Guardian – World · Europe

Jennifer Balkcom to face Democrat Jamie Ager in race to represent North Carolina’s 11th congressional districtNorth Carolina Republicans on Monday chose state …

Geopolitics

Catering cart, military jet: How Trump secretly left Turkey amid Iran assassination threat

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team provides global news coverage with accuracy and depth. - Focuses on timely updates to keep readers informed about international event…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong index compiler proposes adding 20 more stocks to main technology tracker

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hang Seng Indexes Company plans to expand the Hang Seng Tech Index (HSTECH) to 50 constituents and introduce “sales growth” as a criterion for selection to str…

Geopolitics

Trump orders fewer childhood vaccinations including splitting up MMR

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order calling for fewer childhood vaccinations and splitting up MMR.

Geopolitics

A note, 5-star hotel, an affair: What led Bengaluru man to kill his 2 daughters

Times of India – World · India

A father allegedly killed his two minor daughters in a Bengaluru hotel room. He then attempted suicide, leaving a note citing marital dispute and infidelity. H…

Geopolitics

Oil prices hold near one-week high as Strait of Hormuz reopening remains in limbo

Times of India – World · India

Oil prices are hovering near recent highs as prospects for a US-Iran agreement fade. On Tuesday morning, both WTI and Brent crude benchmarks experienced slight…

Geopolitics

U.S. judge ends graft case against Gautam Adani

The Hindu – World · India

The fact that McCotter came to this decision largely in collaboration with defense counsel, and seemingly without input from the FBI and SEC agents, appears to…

Geopolitics

Why submarine attacks may prove to be the Achilles’ heel for China’s new carrier fleet

South China Morning Post – World · China

China’s rapidly expanding aircraft carrier fleet may be vulnerable to attack from submarines – an area where its defensive capacity lags behind that of the Uni…

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