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From Russia to US: Why governments are paying schoolgirls and women to have more babies
In 2023, the fertility rate in Russia stood at 1.41 births per woman, well below the replacement rate of 2.05 needed to maintain population levels.
BUSINESS
SEBI fines Aqua Proof Rs 45 lakh for front-running KPIT Tech trades
Sebi justified the penalty, saying it must be imposed for non-compliances in order to ensure that the violations can be prevented in the future.
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Is it a ship? Is it a plane? Viral images spark buzz over China reviving Soviet-era 'Sea Monster' tech
The newly released images of what’s being called the Bohai Sea Monster show a sleek, gray aircraft with a flying-boat hull, twin tail fins, and four jet engines mounted on its wings.
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Rubio echoes Trump’s 'disappointment and frustration' to Lavrov over Ukraine war deadlock
Marco Rubio said he expressed "disappointment and frustration" to his Russian counterpart over the lack of progress on resolving the Ukraine war.
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The screwworm crisis: Why US plans to drop millions of sterile flies from planes | Explained
This isn't the first time such a tactic has been used. A similar biological warfare strategy helped eliminate the pest from US soil decades ago.
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Tesla to integrate Grok AI assistant in vehicles: Elon Musk announces launch timeline
While Musk had long teased that Grok would eventually be part of the Tesla driving experience, this is the first time he has provided a clear rollout window.
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Chinese national arrested in Italy over Covid research hack: What we know so far
The man, identified as Xu Zewei, was detained last week at Milan’s Malpensa airport after arriving in Italy.
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Yunus urges India to extradite Sheikh Hasina: Why New Delhi may ignore Bangladesh’s request | Explained
Hasina, who fled to India aboard a military aircraft, has since been staying at an undisclosed location. On July 9, Yunus’ government urged India to act with “conscience and moral clarity” and comply with the extradition request.
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Did Elon Musk’s AI Grok issue 'rape' threats to Will Stancil? What really happened and who is he
Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok is under fire after generating graphic rape threats and praising Hitler, raising serious concerns over content moderation and AI safety.
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Bangladesh tribunal indicts Sheikh Hasina over protester deaths; ousted PM to face trial for absentia
The charges span five counts related to atrocities committed during the unrest. Both Hasina and Khan are being tried in absentia.
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US records worst Measles outbreak since 1992 with over 1,200 cases and 3 deaths | IN PICS
The U.S. is facing its worst measles outbreak since 1992, with 1,288 cases reported in 2025 largely driven by low post-pandemic vaccination rates.
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Revolut’s billion-dollar push to become a global banking powerhouse
The UK fintech giant is in talks to raise $1 billion as it targets US market and banking growth
WORLD
Why UK and France are joining nuclear forces—and what it means for Europe
Joint pledge signals deeper European defence ties as London and Paris prepare for ‘extreme threats’ without relying on Washington
BUSINESS
Why Nvidia is now worth more than Apple: The $4 trillion AI chip story
Chipmaker rides historic AI wave to surpass Apple and Microsoft in market capitalization.
WORLD
Ferrero’s sweet new target: Your breakfast cereal
The Italian candy giant is expanding its US footprint with a major push into breakfast foods.
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NASA faces massive brain drain: Over 2,100 senior staff to exit amid Trump’s budget cuts
Over 2,100 senior NASA employees are set to depart amid budget cuts and uncertainty, raising concerns about a significant loss of institutional expertise.
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European Court rules Russia responsible for shooting down MH17, killing 298 passengers
Europe’s top human rights court has held Russia responsible for the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 and other serious violations in Ukraine.
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Russian Labour Ministry denies reports of recruiting 1 million Indian workers in 2025
Andrei Besedin, head of the Ural Chamber of Commerce and Industry, had earlier stated that Russia plans to recruit up to 1 million Indian workers by the end of the year
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45-year-old Afghan man marries 6-year-old girl; Taliban says ‘let her turn 9 first’
Child marriage has surged in Afghanistan under Taliban rule, with a recent case of a 45-year-old man marrying a six-year-old girl sparking global outrage.
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Texas floods: Death toll rises to 119 days after catastrophic flooding, over 150 still missing | In Pics
At least 119 people have died in the flash floods in Texas, according to the latest county-by-county tolls. Authorities confirmed 95 were in the Kerrville alone.
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Dubai firm apologizes for spreading false UAE ‘lifetime Golden Visa’ information
Dubai-based Rayad Group apologizes for spreading false information about UAE Golden Visa rules and announces suspension of related advisory services.
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'Brazil is a sovereign nation': Lula hits back at Trump's 50% tariffs
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‘Not the same person’: Hina Rabbani Khar's denial on terrorist’s identity exposes Pakistan on TV | WATCH
The testy exchange has not only gone viral but has also become symbolic of Pakistan’s repeated and blatant obfuscations when it comes to terror elements operating openly on its soil.
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50% on copper, 200% on pharmaceuticals: How Trump’s tariffs may hit India where it hurts | Explained
For India – the world’s largest supplier of generic medicines to the United States and an emerging player in copper-based manufacturing – the implications are significant.
