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Geopolitics

Kota girl, 15, dies at AIIMS Delhi after 13-year wait for heart surgery

Times of India – World · India

A 15-year-old girl died at AIIMS Delhi after a long wait for corrective heart surgery. Tanvi had been visiting the hospital for over thirteen years for her com…

General

Send your questions for Richard Engel on Ukraine and more

NBC News – World · US

Richard Engel is back in Ukraine to report on its intensifying war with Russia, with a strike this weekend on a warehouse west of Kyiv becoming its deadliest a…

Entrepreneurship

Visa Is Rolling Out New Scam Detection Tech. It’s Already Prevented $460 Million in Losses in the U.K. Alone

Inc. · Global

The new fraud detection system from Visa is ‘invisible to the customer.’ Here’s what it does.

Geopolitics

US health authorities contradict state officials on measles-related deaths

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Clash with Pennsylvania comes as US records highest number of measles cases in decades.

Geopolitics

Five held by police after newborn baby dies from stab wounds in Sheffield

The Guardian – World · Europe

Officers responded to reports concerning safety of baby girl at property in Wincobank area of the cityFive people are being held on suspicion of murder after a…

Geopolitics

Delhi bus gang-rape case: At minor’s UP village, locked house and silence

Times of India – World · India

The survivor's family has left their village fearing media intrusion and social stigma. Villagers expressed shock upon learning about the horrific incident fro…

Geopolitics

After maternity leave, women have right to resume at same functional status: HC

Times of India – World · India

- Delhi High Court mandates women return to same role, status, responsibilities post-maternity leave. - Awards Rs 10 lakh compensation for workplace discrimi…

Geopolitics

One last Starmer U-turn and it’s over to Andy ‘less policy, more vibes’ Burnham | John Crace

The Guardian – World · Europe

What former PM could resist upstaging the new one hours before his first dispatch box appearance in 16 years?UK politics live – latest updatesNo good deed goes…

Entrepreneurship

Why Dyson Is Betting You’ll Pay $500 for an AI-Camera Toothbrush

Inc. · Global

The Dyson CameraJet runs on 16 million lines of code and can shoot a jet of mouth rinse into a gap in your teeth.

Geopolitics

No fresh evidence after 40 years, court sets aside FIR order in 1984 riots case

Times of India – World · India

- Delhi court dismisses 2017 FIR order in 1984 anti-Sikh riots deaths case. - Court cites 40-year delay as key reason for overturning FIR. - No fresh credi…

Geopolitics

The US military began striking targets in Iran, CENTCOM says

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The US military said it has begun striking targets in Iran.

Geopolitics

John Ternus succeeds Tim Cook as Apple CEO after 15 years

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Apple gears up for innovation under Ternus before a new product launch event that could include foldable phones.

Geopolitics

‘I think he’s sensible’: constituents on Keir Starmer stepping down as MP

The Guardian – World · Europe

Few regrets voiced in Holborn and St Pancras over decision despite former PM having had ‘rough time of it’UK politics live – latest updatesIn Keir Starmer’s no…

Tech & Startups

Google’s answer to Canva is an AI tool where you prompt instead of design

TechCrunch · US

With Google Pics, Google is pushing deeper into the creative software market dominated by Canva and Adobe, but with a distinctly AI-first approach.

Geopolitics

U.S. strikes Iran after ‘attempted attacks on shipping’; four projectiles hit areas east of Strait of Hormuz, state media says

The Hindu – World · India

The U.S. and Iran have been engaged in an intermittent war for more than six months, with the recent lull in fighting lasting a month

Geopolitics

Pitso Mosimane appointed by South Africa ahead of AFCON qualifiers

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Pitso Mosimane replaces Hugo Broos as manager of the South Africa national football team following World Cup exit.

Geopolitics

Operation ‘Rotten Apple’: US arrests over 2,100 illegal immigrants across New York

Times of India – World · India

During a comprehensive operation aimed at reinforcing public safety, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement detained 2,197 undocumented individuals throughout …

Geopolitics

Maharashtra puts FDA action against loose edible oil sales on hold for 1 year

Times of India – World · India

Maharashtra's chief minister has deferred enforcement action on loose edible oil sales for one year. Traders must comply with the law after this mandatory tra…

Geopolitics

Russia targets Ukraine’s rail network as war enters deadly new phase

The Guardian – World · Europe

Six employees killed on Tuesday after Moscow escalates attacks on infrastructure and Ukrainian capitalRussia has opened a deadly new phase in its war against U…

General

Allies bristle as sanctioned Russian finance minister attends U.S.-hosted G20 summit

NBC News – World · US

Russia’s Finance Minister Anton Siluanov was left out of the “family photo” of finance ministers at a G20 meeting after complaints from Ukraine’s allies.

Geopolitics

Putin pledges support to Iran, rallies leaders to challenge U.S.

The Washington Post – World · US

A regional security meeting in Kyrgyzstan highlighted the increasingly close military and political alliance between Moscow and Tehran.

Entrepreneurship

Nancy Twine Says Premium Haircare Doesn’t Need $60 Products. Her New Brand Starts at $18

Inc. · Global

The founder behind Briogeo is betting that today’s beauty shoppers want efficacy over excess and product quality over luxury price tags.

Geopolitics

US begins strikes against Iran day after Trump’s warning

Indian Express – World · India

- US military struck IRGC targets in Iran amid recent attacks on shipping in Strait of Hormuz and US troops, escalating regional tensions. - Trump labeled Ir…

Geopolitics

US military strikes Iran over 'attempted' shipping attacks as tensions flare

Times of India – World · India

- US President Trump warned Iran of a stronger American response if Tehran retaliates. - US military launched strikes on Iranian targets, escalating tensions…

Geopolitics

These Ukrainian Children Go to School Underground. They’re the Lucky Ones.

The New York Times – World · US

In a frontline city, parents don’t see schools built below ground as apocalyptic. Instead, they offer relief from worry about the threat of Russian strikes.

Entrepreneurship

Domino’s Will Give You a Free Pizza, but Only If You Buy 1 Rival’s Meal First. That’s Not the Real Goal

Inc. · Global

Experts say the chain’s unusual promotion turns purchases from McDonald’s, Burger King, Taco Bell, Chick-fil-A, and Chipotle into a much-needed tool.

Geopolitics

US green card backlog: Indian EB-2 wait could stretch to 179 years

Indian Express – World · India

- Indian professionals may face 179-year waits for EB-2 green cards due to severe visa backlogs and annual caps. - Over 1 million Indians are in the employme…

Geopolitics

ICE holds man with stage 4 cancer in detention despite permanent US residency

The Guardian – World · Europe

ICE spokesperson says Loreto Javar failed to disclose criminal conviction in Philippines when he applied for visaA 76-year-old man holding permanent US residen…

Entrepreneurship

DACA Renewal Delays Are a Growing Workforce Problem. Here’s What Employers Can Do.

Inc. · Global

As delays add up, employers are facing a serious workforce issue.

Tech & Startups

ChatGPT Health adds Epic integration for clinicians to import patient data

TechCrunch · US

OpenAI said that the integration provides read-only access to health records for clinicians.

Geopolitics

Nepal floods bring 'unusual' fish to Bihar, govt warns people not to eat or sell them

Times of India – World · India

In light of recent floods from Nepal, the Bihar government has issued a warning about the presence of strange fish species in the Gandak river. Residents are a…

Geopolitics

No role in Malayasia’s planned repatriation of Myanmar refugees, says UNHCR

The Hindu – World · India

Prime Minister Anwar ‌Ibrahim had earlier said Myanmar had agreed ‌to ⁠repatriate 5,000 Rohingya, amid rising tensions ⁠over the refugees within local communit…

Geopolitics

China’s Xi makes first visit to Egypt in a decade, amid regional turmoil

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Chinese President Xi visits Egypt to deepen economic ties and align strategies amid Middle East crises.

Geopolitics

Private equity keeps picking off London-listed firms – and Westminster barely notices | Nils Pratley

The Guardian – World · Europe

Bodycote is the latest FTSE 250 industrial company set to fall to an overseas bidder, despite the government’s talk of ‘reindustrialising’The UK is in the busi…

Geopolitics

Ousted UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to quit domestic politics

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Departed Labour Party leader now plans to focus on international affairs.

Geopolitics

From marble inlay, silk to Mahabharata: What PM Modi gifted leaders at SCO summit

Times of India – World · India

- PM Modi attends 26th SCO Council of Heads of State meeting in New Delhi. - Event focuses on regional cooperation, security, and economic ties. - Modi eng…

Entrepreneurship

Airline Ticket Prices Jumped 20 Percent Year-Over-Year. An Industry CEO Says They’re Done Rising

Inc. · Global

Airlines say fuel-driven fare hikes have peaked. However, that doesn’t mean that travelers should expect price cuts anytime soon. Here’s why.

Geopolitics

China warns of 'consequences' for Taiwan after Taipei envoys attend Pacific leaders summit

The Hindu – World · India

Powerful nations interested in the Pacific have raced in recent years to shore up alliances among its leaders, intensifying a contest for influence between Chi…

Geopolitics

Germany blames Russia for attempted drone attack at Leipzig airport

South China Morning Post – World · China

The German government on Tuesday blamed Russia for an attempted attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport last month using a drone laden with explosives, and announced t…

Tech & Startups

Waymo goes on offense ahead of Tesla’s Cybercab launch

TechCrunch · US

Waymo argued that fully autonomous vehicles aren't possible without using a mix of sensors and warned that pure end-to-end AI systems aren't safe enough.

Geopolitics

Iran promises to respond to new wave of US strikes despite Trump’s threats

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Trump says the US attacks were 'large and powerful' and warns that Iran would be hit 'much harder' if it retaliates.

Geopolitics

Destroyed desalination plant worsens Gaza’s drinking water crisis

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

After a newly built desalination plant was destroyed, displaced families in northern Gaza struggle to find clean water.

Geopolitics

Sudhikaran row: BJP SC Morcha performs ‘buddhi-shuddhi’ ritual for Rahul Gandhi

Times of India – World · India

- Political dispute erupts over alleged purification ritual at Haldwani's Ramlila Ground after Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge's rally. - Incident linked …

Geopolitics

Vice-captain Sooryavanshi shines as East beat Central to reach Duleep Trophy final

Times of India – World · India

East Zone secured a place in the Duleep Trophy final with a four-wicket victory over Central Zone. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's aggressive cameo provided crucial mom…

Geopolitics

Pakistan High Court directs jail authorities not to keep Imran Khan, wife in solitary confinement

The Hindu – World · India

The court also directed that former PM’s family members be allowed to meet him as permitted under jail rules and ordered authorities to make arrangements for t…

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