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Israeli air campaign intensifies across southern Lebanon

An early morning strike in Nabatiyeh capped a week of escalating hostilities that saw the US and Iran exchange direct fire. While Israel continues to reject Tehran's demands for a linked ceasefire with Hezbollah, the relentless bombardment has left the southern Lebanese border deserted.

Euronews

Once beset by power outages, Puerto Ricans also hit with severe water shortages

Thousands of Puerto Ricans are struggling with water shortages so severe that the governor of the U.S. territory has activated the National Guard and emergency responders are fielding calls every day

The Independent UK

Bitcoin trades near $63,600 as sentiment nears 2022 bottom levels. Here is what experts say

Bitcoin hovered near the $63,600 level as technical indicators stayed cautious despite improving sentiment. Major cryptocurrencies posted modest gains, while extreme fear persisted across markets. Analysts pointed to macro uncertainty, ETF outflows and capital rotation into AI-related assets as key themes influencing crypto momentum.

The Economic Times

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Rare coastal floods now 12 times more likely – human-driven climate change is a major contributor

Since the 1960s, human-caused warming has been the main reason sea levels are rising, new research shows.

Euronews

US military says it downed Iranian attack drones – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Has the US really carried out a secret mission to get oil through Hormuz?

Trump says hundreds of tankers have escaped Iran’s blockade. Data suggests shipments are increasing but many questions remain

The Guardian - UK

Julen Lopetegui: ‘Going to the World Cup just for the sake of going is stupid’

Eight years on from being sacked by Spain on the eve of the World Cup, Julen Lopetegui will get his chance on the big stage as head coach of Qatar

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“It was the nicest guitar at NAMM”: The Gold Caged Steelcaster is a $15,000, 24-carat T-style inspired by a Cadillac – and it takes James Trussart’s metalwork lutherie to new levels

Just look at all that gold – and the pickups are pretty special, too. But for $15,000-plus, it might be a little rich for most

Guitar World

RBI move sparks race among banks to raise FCNR(B) deposit rates; smaller lenders offer over 7% on USD deposits

Banks are aggressively increasing interest rates on NRI dollar deposits. This move follows a special RBI dispensation to boost foreign currency inflows. Several lenders are now offering over 7 percent on US dollar FCNR(B) deposits. This initiative is expected to attract significant foreign currency into India. The competition among banks…

The Economic Times

India bonds surge as oil nears 8-week low on US-Iran deal hopes

Indian government bonds rallied early Friday as oil prices plunged, with Brent crude futures easing nearly 2% to $88.66 per barrel. This decline, driven by hopes of a U.S.-Iran peace deal, boosted demand ahead of a significant debt auction. The benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury yield also eased, contributing to the…

The Economic Times

Water-gate: Fifa’s lucrative World Cup breaks are ruining the spectacle

WORLD CUP 2026: Comment: The decision to mandate three-minute hydration breaks during every half of football at the 2026 World Cup smacks of yet more greed, writes Lawrence Ostlere

The Independent UK

Is USA vs Paraguay on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup opener

Everything you need to know as co-hosts USA get their World Cup underway against Paraguay

The Independent UK

Online gaming money tax dispute: GST to be charged on full value of the deposit, rules Supreme Court, know how it impacts the players

The Supreme Court has settled India's online gaming tax dispute. GST will now be charged on the full value of player deposits, not just the operator's commission. This ruling impacts online rummy, fantasy sports, and casinos. The court confirmed the tax is on the entire stake, regardless of skill. This…

The Economic Times

After decades trying to win the World Cup, shouldn’t the USA be better at football by now?

USA are four-time champions in the women’s game but as the 2026 tournament begins on home soil, are they any closer to winning the men’s World Cup?

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Binance Exchange Launches bStocks Tokenized Securities: 1:1 Backing and 24/7 Trading

ABU DHABI, UAE, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Binance Exchange has announced the admission to trading of bStocks, fully-backed tokenized securities representing select U.S. stocks issued by BTech Holdings Limited, a Binance group affiliate ("Issuer"). Eligible users can trade bStocks 24/7 and hold on Binance, self-custody them through BNB Chain-compatible…

Euronews

Princess Bajrakitiyabha the 'pride of Thailand' dies aged 47 after three-year battle with infection

A vocal campaigner for protecting women from domestic violence and the rights of the accused, had been suffering with mycoplasma infection since 2022.

The Guardian - UK

Elon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire as SpaceX ends trading day with valuation of $2.1tn – as it happened

One economist says Musk’s world-first level of extreme wealth highlights massive economic disparities and could have profound effects on society

The Economic Times

Donald Trump, Narendra Modi look to repair ties in shadow of new US strikes

A potential meeting between Indian Prime Minister Modi and US President Trump could reset strained ties following recent attacks on Indian-crewed vessels in the Gulf of Oman. Analysts suggest this incident, while concerning, is unlikely to derail broader efforts to improve relations, with both leaders focused on larger geopolitical issues.

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Ariana Grande warns White House about using her music for ‘heinous nonsense’

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The Times of India

In 1812, a powerful earthquake made the Mississippi River flow backwards and created a lake that still exists today

Rivers are often treated as fixed features of the landscape. They bend, flood, and shift over long stretches of time, but they seem permanent enough that entire towns and economies are built around them. The Mississippi River, in particular, has long been regarded as one of North America's defining geographical…

AAP

FED:Australian shares rally as traders bet on peace deal

The ASX has had its best day since April as markets bet once more on hopes for a breakthrough in US-Iran peace talks, sending oil prices to two-month lows.

The Economic Times

Nifty Bank surges 700 points to one-month high; HDFC Bank, Yes Bank, PNB, other stocks rise 2%. What lies ahead?

Bank stocks saw a significant jump on Friday, propelling the Nifty Bank index to a one-month peak. This surge followed news of a potential peace deal between the US and Iran. Oil prices declined and the Indian Rupee strengthened, boosting overall market sentiment. Several major bank stocks experienced gains, indicating…

AAP

FED:Anxious wait for Aussie investors ahead of SpaceX float

Super funds, institutional investors and tens of thousands of retail investors are waiting to see whether they have been allocated shares in the SpaceX float.

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 live: Scotland build up to opening game, investigation into theft at England camp, Ghana criticise ‘unfair’ Partey decision

Scotland face a ‘must-win’ opening clash against Haiti in Boston while England have been able to recover some of the missing items stolen from their training base in Kansas City

The Economic Times

Four Indians feature in Forbes’ top 50 most successful immigrants in America

Four Indian-born business leaders, including Vinod Khosla and Naval Ravikant, have been recognized in Forbes' "America's Most Successful Immigrants" list. These entrepreneurs and investors have significantly contributed to the US technology and business sectors, with Khosla ranking highest at No. 14. Their inclusion highlights the vital role of Indian talent…

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