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US Republican plan to block state AI laws falters as key senator backs out

WORLD

US Republican plan to block state AI laws falters as key senator backs out

Bid to impose federal moratorium on state AI regulation fails in the face of fears of unchecked tech power.

US dollar plunges to weakest first-half performance in over 50 years under Trump’s second term

BUSINESS

US dollar plunges to weakest first-half performance in over 50 years under Trump’s second term

Currency falls nearly 11% as global investors flee dollar assets over tariffs, debt surge and Fed pressure.

Trump’s sweeping tax bill faces US Senate roadblocks as July 4 deadline nears

WORLD

Trump’s sweeping tax bill faces US Senate roadblocks as July 4 deadline nears

US Republicans race to pass massive spending and tax overhaul amid internal party divisions and mounting public opposition.

Lifestyle changes may reverse early Alzheimer’s, study shows

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Lifestyle changes may reverse early Alzheimer’s, study shows

New research finds that diet, exercise, and stress management helped improve or stabilize brain function in early-stage dementia patients.

Republicans race to finalise tax and spending bill as internal rifts threaten July 4 deadline

WORLD

Republicans race to finalise tax and spending bill as internal rifts threaten July 4 deadline

Provisions on SALT, Medicaid, deficits and clean energy remain flashpoints in GOP negotiations

Amazon now has nearly as many robots as human workers in its warehouses

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Amazon now has nearly as many robots as human workers in its warehouses

The company says that 75% of international shipments now involve robots, with one million machines operating and further human jobs being transferred to manage machines

Hong Kong shares surge ahead of mainland China under economic, political stress

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Hong Kong shares surge ahead of mainland China under economic, political stress

Hang Seng's 20% rise underscores conflicting investor sentiment following Beijing's restraint in unleashing stimulus and rising US-China tensions.

App creator Nikita Bier joins as new head of product at X, Elon Musk confirms

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App creator Nikita Bier joins as new head of product at X, Elon Musk confirms

Since early 2024, Bier has been quietly embedded at xAI, Musk’s AI arm, working on product features that integrate artificial intelligence into X.

92-year-old convicted in UK’s 1967 rape-murder case: How 'DNA match' cracked the historic cold case

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92-year-old convicted in UK’s 1967 rape-murder case: How 'DNA match' cracked the historic cold case

The case lay dormant for decades until police reopened it as part of a cold‑case review in 2023, spurred by advancements in DNA forensics.

All eyes on July 6 as Dalai Lama turns 90: How his successor will be chosen and why it matters to China

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All eyes on July 6 as Dalai Lama turns 90: How his successor will be chosen and why it matters to China

For Tibetans in exile, the Dalai Lama is a symbol of their identity, culture, and religious continuity. For Beijing, he represents a separatist figurehead whose influence undermines Chinese control over Tibet.

With a 3:1 manpower advantage, 50,000 Russian troops close in on strategic Ukrainian city

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With a 3:1 manpower advantage, 50,000 Russian troops close in on strategic Ukrainian city

The buildup follows Moscow’s consolidation of control over Ukraine-held areas in Russia’s Kursk region earlier this year, and reflects a deliberate effort to stretch Ukraine’s already strained defensive lines.

Xi Jinping’s disappearance signals power shift in China: Why India must watch Beijing’s political flux closely

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Xi Jinping’s disappearance signals power shift in China: Why India must watch Beijing’s political flux closely

Xi’s disappearance is not an isolated event but part of a broader trend in which the CCP sidelines its own leaders to weaken their operational influence without formal removal.

Terrifying video shows Boeing plane avoiding major tragedy in Indonesia: Watch

WORLD

Terrifying video shows Boeing plane avoiding major tragedy in Indonesia: Watch

The terrifying incident, which was caught on camera, took place amid torrential rain and powerful winds. The video has gone viral across social media platforms.

As H-1B gets tougher, Indians turn to O-1 and ‘Einstein Visas’ for US entry: Eligibility, cost and how they work

WORLD

As H-1B gets tougher, Indians turn to O-1 and ‘Einstein Visas’ for US entry: Eligibility, cost and how they work

While these visas require more evidence of distinction than the H-1B, they are not subject to the same annual caps or employer constraints.

US slashes remittance tax to 1%: Why this is good news for Indians sending money home

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US slashes remittance tax to 1%: Why this is good news for Indians sending money home

The latest version of the OBBBA, released this week, introduces several critical changes. Remittance tax has been lowered to 1 per cent, down from the initially proposed 5 per cent.

Trump renews push for ceasefire in Gaza, but his 'resort plan' casts a shadow

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Trump renews push for ceasefire in Gaza, but his 'resort plan' casts a shadow

The previous Israel-Hamas truce, reached in January, collapsed in March, prompting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to order the resumption of attacks on Gaza.

Russia’s teenage spies: How Moscow is recruiting Ukrainian youth to target their own country

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Russia’s teenage spies: How Moscow is recruiting Ukrainian youth to target their own country

Kyiv accuses Kremlin of grooming vulnerable teens as espionage and sabotage agents amid surge in drone and missile strikes.

Trump budget overhaul advances in Senate: Steep tax cuts, border spending, and safety net cuts define sweeping bill

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Trump budget overhaul advances in Senate: Steep tax cuts, border spending, and safety net cuts define sweeping bill

Senate version of "One Big Beautiful Bill" would remake US immigration, tax, and welfare policy and reduce climate and education programmes.

US Senate bill could strip health coverage from 11.8 million Americans, slash Medicaid by $1 trillion

WORLD

US Senate bill could strip health coverage from 11.8 million Americans, slash Medicaid by $1 trillion

New CBO report shows US Senate version makes deeper cuts than House bill, intensifying party divide and raising alarm in rural states.

From private to public: Why US wants full access to social media accounts of visa applicants | Explained

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From private to public: Why US wants full access to social media accounts of visa applicants | Explained

Publicly accessible profiles increase vulnerability to doxxing, stalking and harassment, cyberbullying, identity theft, hacking, and even sexual exploitation, especially for minors.

Trump's use of 18th-century law to remove Venezuelans set for major legal showdown

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Trump's use of 18th-century law to remove Venezuelans set for major legal showdown

US court to decide if mass expulsions under Alien Enemies Act are constitutional amid criticism over due process and rights.

Did US strikes cripple Iran’s nuclear program? Intercepted intel sparks debate

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Did US strikes cripple Iran’s nuclear program? Intercepted intel sparks debate

The Washington Post has obtained intercepted communications between senior Iranian officials, in which they describe the recent U.S. military strikes on Iran’s nuclear program as less damaging than expected, according to four sources familiar with classified U.S. intelligence.

Massive protests erupt across Bangladesh after Hindu woman’s rape in Cumilla; five arrested

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Massive protests erupt across Bangladesh after Hindu woman’s rape in Cumilla; five arrested

Nationwide protests erupted in Bangladesh after the rape of a Hindu woman in Cumilla, sparking outrage and leading to the arrest of five accused, including a local politician.

Idaho shooting: 2 firefighters killed in sniper ambush, police radio reveals chilling details

WORLD

Idaho shooting: 2 firefighters killed in sniper ambush, police radio reveals chilling details

A lone gunman allegedly set a fire to ambush firefighters in Idaho, killing two and injuring one before being found dead near the scene.

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