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China’s rare earth exports to the US remain low as Beijing continues to tighten control over critical minerals vital for technology and electronics manufacturing. The move affects the supply chain for American tech companies, raising concerns about dependency on Chinese resources and global trade tensions. Analysts warn that restricted exports could impact production of electronics, electric vehicles, and defense technologies in the US.

#Gravitas Five years into the war with Ukraine, Russia is turning decisively away from the West and deepening ties with the Gulf. And that pivot is reshaping tourism, with a surge of tourism from Arab nations.

BLACKPINK released their much-awaited song GO, but it has sparked mixed reactions among netizens. The girl group dropped their third mini album, Deadline. Read to know more.

A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh, causing tremors across several regions and raising concerns about potential damage and aftershocks. Authorities are assessing the impact on infrastructure and local communities, while residents report feeling strong shaking. The quake highlights the seismic vulnerability of the region and the need for preparedness and timely response to natural disasters.

Marco Rubio is set to make a brief visit to Israel amid escalating tensions in the region. The trip aims to assess the security situation, reaffirm diplomatic ties, and coordinate with Israeli leadership on matters of regional stability and US strategic interests. The visit underscores Washington’s engagement in Middle East affairs during a critical period.

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have escalated as Afghan forces launched a second wave of retaliatory strikes on Pakistani positions following earlier cross-border clashes. The latest attacks underscore the fragility of peace along the border and highlight ongoing security challenges in the region. Analysts warn that continued military exchanges could further destabilize relations and raise the risk of a broader conflict between the neighboring countries.

PM Modi said that India's Digital Public Infrastructure has today become a subject of global discussion. He referred to the success of the AI Impact Summit hosted by India earlier this month.

US Vice President JD Vance says the US won’t enter a prolonged Middle East war even if it strikes Iran, preferring diplomacy but saying outcomes depend on Iranian actions and statements.

Alexandr Wang said the next five years could deliver historic scientific breakthroughs as Meta accelerates its push toward superintelligence. Speaking on a podcast, Wang outlined Meta’s strategy through Meta Superintelligence Labs.

Former US President Bill Clinton denied any wrongdoing in the Epstein Files testimony, stating he had only a “brief acquaintance” with Jeffrey Epstein that ended years before the crimes surfaced.

Panneerselvam’s joining the DMK will boost Stalin’s image ahead of the state assembly elections. DMK is facing some criticism over inducting OPS, a true-blue AIADMK man but the induction will help it project EPS as a “non-accommodative” leader.

Scientists say Humans and Neanderthals cozied up from time to time when they lived in the same areas tens of thousands of years ago. But we don't know much about who got with whom, or why. Now a new genetic analysis offers some ancient gossip: The pairings were more often female humans with male Neanderthals.

#Gravitas Five years into the war with Ukraine, Russia is turning decisively away from the West and deepening ties with the Gulf. And that pivot is reshaping tourism, with a surge of tourism from Arab nations.

Google says it has disrupted a Chinese-linked cyber espionage group known as Gallium, accused of targeting telecom and government organisations across at least 42 countries. The hackers allegedly used a Linux backdoor and even Google Sheets to steal sensitive data. Who is Gallium? Where did they strike? And what does this mean for global cybersecurity? We decode the operation and China’s response.

Playing at the R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, England won by four wickets against the Kiwis, keeping them hanging for a place in the semifinal of the T20 World Cup. The result means a win for Pakistan with a big margin will see them secure qualification for the semis at New Zealand’s expense.

President Droupadi Murmu undertook a sortie in the indigenously developed Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) ‘Prachand’ at Air Force Station Jaisalmer today, marking yet another milestone in her engagement with India’s frontline defence platforms.

#Gravitas Documents from the U.S. Department of State reportedly reveal plans to process as many as 4,500 refugee applications per month from white South Africans alone. The Trump administration has even begun installing trailers on U.S. Embassy grounds in Pretoria to facilitate admissions.

The development comes after a special court in Delhi discharged all the accused in the case registered by the CBI in connection with the now-scrapped Delhi Excise Policy 2021–22.

At the toss, captain Mitchell Santner said the team decided to bat first because winning matches is necessary to win a World Cup. He mentioned that they had already played on this pitch recently and understood how it behaves.