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• India defeated South Korea 4-1 to win its sixth Junior Hockey Asia Cup title. • This victory puts India level with China and South Korea as the most successful teams in the history of the women's tournament. • The win secures India's qualification for the FIH Junior Hockey World Cup.

• The Indian women’s hockey team defeated China 1-0 in Moqi on Sunday to win their third consecutive AHF Junior Asia Cup title. • Sanika Chandrakant Mane scored the only goal of the match in the 17th minute to secure the victory. • This win ensures India remains unbeaten for the tournament and officially qualifies the team for the junior World Cup.

• Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian are arriving in India's national capital this weekend for the 18th BRICS Summit. • The summit will serve as a diplomatic hub for leaders to discuss the Russia-Ukraine war, the crisis in West Asia, and the evolving global economic order. • This gathering places India at the center of global diplomacy and high-level negotiations between major non-Western powers.

While England makes its first foray into unfamiliar territory, it’s proved a boon for Italy’s cash-strapped municipalities A nightly tourist tax may be unfamiliar territory in the UK, but countries in continental Europe have been cashing in on these kinds of levies for decades.Tourists usually need to pay the tax on the day they check-out of a hotel or holiday let, and are often surprised by an extra fee on top of their accommodation costs. Continue reading...

Shinjuku ward targets accommodation in residential areas and near cultural sites as locals complain visitors disposing of rubbish improperly and being too noisyA neighbourhood in Tokyo popular with foreign tourists will ban visitors from using thousands of short-term rental accommodations after a slew of complaints about behaviour.In the latest sign that Japan’s patience with mass tourism is wearing thin, Shinjuku ward – home to the notorious Kabukicho nightlife district and the world’s busiest railway station – will prevent visitors from using private lodgings in residential areas and near schools and important cultural sites, Japanese media reported this week. Continue reading...

Police received information nearly immediately after the killing. It took Las Vegas police 27 years to make an arrestFor years, US law enforcement officials blamed their failure to solve hip-hop star Tupac Shakur’s murder on the lack of cooperation from key witnesses, and on gang members’ “snitches get stitches” culture.But testimony in a much-delayed murder trial, which concluded this week, almost 30 years after Shakur’s death, highlighted just how much law enforcement officials knew about the shooting, and how early. Continue reading...

• TIME has unveiled its 2026 "TIME AI 100" list, highlighting the most influential individuals shaping the field of artificial intelligence. • The list specifically spotlights a new wave of Chinese AI innovators and companies, including Moonshot, Z.ai, AgiBot, and Manus. • This recognition underscores the growing global impact and competitive role of China's AI ecosystem in developing advanced models and robotics.

• The European Union has launched a strategic plan to build seven large-scale computing centers to bolster AI infrastructure and prevent the bloc from falling further behind in the global AI race. • Approximately two-thirds of EU governments have already pledged funding to unlock the billions in investments required for these massive data centers. • The initiative highlights a growing divide within the EU, as some member states remain hesitant to participate despite the perceived urgency of AI development.

• Romania is emerging as a potential business hotspot in Europe as companies seek new expansion locations due to rising costs and shifting supply chains. • The country is positioning itself as a viable alternative to traditional hubs like Germany for manufacturing, the Netherlands for holding structures, Ireland for tech, and the UK for finance. • This shift matters as global enterprises rethink their operational footprints to optimize costs and improve supply chain resilience within the European market.

Technology trained on millions of routine ECGs could fast-track high-risk patients for treatmentDoctors have developed a “superhuman” AI tool that can spot heart disease in less than two seconds.The groundbreaking technology has been trained on millions of patients and works by extracting more information from a routine electrocardiogram (ECG) than the human eye can typically see. Continue reading...

• The Thailand Focus 2026 event showcased 77 listed companies to global investors, with the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) emphasizing opportunities in digital infrastructure and the New Economy. • Thai financial institutions and banks emerged as the primary sectors attracting the most interest from institutional investors during the event. • Some overseas investors expressed concern that Thailand's 49% foreign-shareholding ceiling could act as a constraint on further capital inflows.

Seals and sea lions often communicate by touch and share spaces with wild birds, placing them at risk of infection from H5N1 virusFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSince H5 bird flu arrived in Portland, Victoria, the situation has been “pretty grim” with many dead and suffering birds on the beach, and the dilemma of how to dispose of the carcasses, according to local resident Lynn Murrell.But since the first confirmed case in a fur seal on Sunday at Beachport, South Australia – a two-hour trip over the border – people have been worried for their local “pet seal”, known as Sammy. Continue reading...

Mette Frederiksen, who was attending meeting in Kyiv, advises high-profile women to embrace self-acceptanceSick of getting unsolicited beauty tips on social media, even while she’s in a war zone, Danish prime minister Mette Frederiksen rebuffed a male cosmetic surgeon’s offer to “fix” her and advised women in similar situations to embrace self-acceptance.Frederiksen, a Social Democrat and Denmark’s second female prime minister, posted on Instagram that she had just returned from a trip to Ukraine where she was subjected to air raid sirens when she found a message proposing some help with her appearance. Continue reading...

• NASA's Europa Clipper detected a "hidden" solar outburst that triggered a comprehensive investigation involving 17 different spacecraft. • The event revealed a strongly asymmetric Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) that was detected near Earth and by STEREO-A 25 hours later, yet remained invisible to the nearby Solar Orbiter. • This discovery exposes a critical blind spot in current space-weather forecasting, as traditional models failed to predict the asymmetric nature of the outburst.

• The rapid growth of AI is reshaping the European data center landscape, driving a shift in where infrastructure is developed. • New hyperscale projects are increasingly being constructed outside of traditional data center hotspots to accommodate expanding capacity needs. • This trend matters as it decentralizes digital infrastructure, potentially reducing pressure on power grids and land availability in saturated urban hubs.

Family relationships remain damaged and there is no clarity on how Sussexes’ security concerns have been resolvedJust as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s departure from the UK six years ago came as a complete surprise, so too is their shock announcement they now intend to return.Their unilateral decision could fairly be said to have blind-sided the royals. King Charles was only informed on Sunday and is said not to have been involved in the decision making. No mention was made when Harry, Meghan and their two children visited Charles at his private home at Highgrove last month. Continue reading...

• U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs recorded their largest inflow in 3.5 months, totaling $517.19 million, driven by rebounding crypto prices and increased investor risk appetite. • Simultaneously, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed a new rule establishing two tailored exemptions for specific crypto investment contracts. • These proposed exemptions would allow issuers to raise up to $5 million over four years or $75 million annually, provided they meet strict disclosure requirements.

• NASA has captured images of a new lunar crater created after a defunct component of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket crashed into the moon. • The rocket part struck the lunar surface uncontrolled this month, traveling at an estimated speed of 5,400 mph. • This event highlights the growing challenge of space debris and the risks associated with uncontrolled re-entries of man-made objects.

Image captured in early June shows animal foraging in the waterway in first since early 1900s, signaling its recovery An otter has been spotted in the Bronx River for the first time in more than 100 years, in a further sign that New York’s previously befouled waterways are recovering some of their ecological health.The North American river otter was photographed by a motion-activated camera foraging near some vegetation in the Bronx River, a waterway that flows through New York’s Bronx and empties into the East River. Continue reading...

Alpine communities hit out after influencer videos draw huge queues to Friedrich August refuge in DolomitesHundreds of people overwhelmed a mountain hut in the Italian Dolomites, not for the panoramic views but in search of a creamy pastry, reigniting the debate about social-media-driven tourism.The visitors ventured en masse to the Friedrich August refuge – perched at 2,300 metres (7,500ft) above sea level, between Col Rodella and Passo Sella in Val di Fassa – some reportedly waking up at dawn or camping overnight, just to ensure they could buy a freshly baked krapfen, a traditional German pastry similar to a doughnut, before they ran out. Continue reading...

• Markets are closely monitoring the upcoming U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, which is expected to be a primary driver of investor sentiment and economic outlook. • CoreWeave is seeing a significant surge in revenue driven by the ongoing expansion of AI infrastructure and demand. • Shares of Samsung and SK Hynix have rallied following reports that Temasek is considering a strategic investment in the semiconductor firms.

Beginning in Russia’s remote Arctic north, the eclipse traced an arc over much of western Europe – with the best views in Spain, Iceland and GreenlandIt was a moment of awe shared by millions across Europe: an eclipse that blocked out the sun, plunging parts of the continent into a daytime darkness in which temperatures dropped and birds suddenly went quiet.Wednesday’s eclipse began in Russia’s remote Arctic north, going on to trace an arc over much of western Europe. From the UK to northern Italy, tens of millions of people turned to the sky as the light of the setting sun was almost completley blocked out. Continue reading...

Eclipse to be witnessed by tens of millions across western Europe as enthusiasts gather along path of totalityNicola Davis and Oliver HolmesA wide band of north and central Spain, plus a sliver of Portugal and parts of Greenland and Iceland will experience a rare total eclipse. Continue reading...

• Samsung and SK Hynix shares rallied following reports that Temasek is considering a strategic investment in the companies. • Oil prices have climbed toward a two-week high due to ongoing Houthi strikes and the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz. • Market participants are closely monitoring upcoming Consumer Price Index (CPI) data, which will likely influence inflation expectations and monetary policy.

• Governor Gavin Newsom announced nine new television projects to launch the second year of California’s expanded tax credit program. • The slate includes high-profile dramas and reboots, such as a new version of *The Rockford Files* starring David Boreanaz, *Ascent* with Viola Davis, and *Newlyweds* with Jamie Lee Curtis. • The initiative aims to strengthen the local economy and sustain the state's creative workforce by incentivizing productions to film within California.

• Astronomers have detected plasma waves in the form of small vortices on the sun's surface for the first time. • The discovery was made using the world's largest solar telescope, allowing researchers to observe these high-resolution movements. • This finding is significant as it provides new insights into the solar atmosphere's dynamics and the behavior of plasma.

• New research warns that up to half of the world's dams could become "functionally inoperable" by 2060 due to excessive sediment accumulation. • Currently, approximately one-fifth of global reservoirs are classified as being at high risk of filling with sediment, with the American West identified as a major hotspot. • This trend creates a "ticking time bomb" that threatens global water security, infrastructure stability, and the livelihoods of millions of people.

Washington-Rabat ties under scrutiny as questions swirl over what led to deadly influx into tiny Spanish territoryThe cosy relationship between Washington and Rabat has long been flaunted by both sides, from Morocco’s announcement this year that it would be the first African state to join Donald Trump’s Board of Peace to the congratulatory message recently sent by Trump to mark King Mohammed VI’s 27 years in power.The latest example landed this week. As Spain grappled with the aftermath of the sudden influx – and swift return – of more than 70,000 people into Ceuta, Morocco’s monarch confirmed he had named a $1bn highway flanking the disputed territory of Western Sahara after Trump. Continue reading...