In West Asia, technological strength increasingly shapes geopolitical influence. Patent rankings reflect investment in science, education and innovation. Military headlines may dominate news cycles, but lasting regional influence is built through knowledge and technological capacity.

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth joined Marines and Sailors aboard the USS Boxer in Singapore for an early morning training session during his Shangri-La Dialogue visit. Hegseth also met Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing to discuss bilateral defence cooperation.

During the Senate debate on the SAVE Act, Sen. Durbin argued the bill could disenfranchise millions because standard driver’s licenses would not qualify for voter registration. He noted that roughly 50% of Americans do not hold passports, one of the accepted IDs.

In Bengal, around 91 lakh voter names were reportedly removed from rolls. About 34 lakh people appealed, saying they were genuine voters, but very few cases were resolved before polling. When disputed deletions exceed victory margins, trust in elections suffers. IndianSIR=SaveAct

Asked how he defines a ceasefire after Iran reportedly fired missiles at US targets despite a declared halt in hostilities, Donald Trump replied that in that region a ceasefire means “shooting in a more moderate manner.” The remark quickly drew attention and debate.

Heavy rainfall triggered severe flooding across Tuxtla Gutiérrez in Chiapas, Mexico, submerging roads, trapping vehicles and disrupting daily life. Climate-linked extreme weather is no longer a distant warning. Cities built around inequality and weak infrastructure are paying the price first.

One generation ago, these species were simply called life. Today they survive as warnings. Forests are falling silent, oceans are emptying, skies are losing wings, and extinction is accelerating in plain sight. Humanity cannot negotiate with a collapsing ecosystem. Protect nature, or inherit ruins.

India's market regulator alleges Rajesh Exports misrepresented about $158 billion in revenue over several years, potentially making it one of the largest corporate accounting scandals ever investigated. The company denies wrongdoing. The case now tests oversight, audits and investor trust.

From 50% to 60%, then “70%.” The crowd chants “100%” as if civilian lives are a scoreboard. This is what unchecked militarism sounds like: territory counted in percentages, human suffering erased in applause. History records these moments long after slogans fade.

During a joint appearance in Norway, a journalist noted that Norway ranks #1 on the World Press Freedom Index while India stands at 157. Prime Minister Narendra Modi declined to take the question, reigniting debate over media freedom and accountability in India.

Stay tuned to our live stream video of the Global Premieres for 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu' all weekend long at: youtube.com/@OurMovieGui... Starring Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver, Jeremy Allen White. In theaters now. #themandalorianandgrogu #themandalorian

How to fake an attack in four easy steps: 1. push 2. sprint to the police 3. crybaby 4. don’t forget the victim card. Nice France, Place Massena. Source: Rima Hassan on X

“This above all: to thine own self be true.” Not ego. Not pride. Not every passing mood. But that quiet place inside you that still knows what is right when the world gets loud. A song about integrity, courage, and refusing to trade your soul for applause. 🔊 Unmute for the song.

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#NBA West Playoffs, Round 2 - Game 4 Thunder @ Lakers

The terfs seem to be thinning out now

Can AI help plan your future? Our financial expert goes over the pros and cons of using artificial intelligence for retirement. Full interview>>http://www.kcra.com/article/making-cents-using-ai-to-plan-your-future/71298024 

⭕Bâillonnés et menottés… Deux enfants #Palestiniens ont été arrêtés par les forces #Israéliennes lors d'une descente dans le village #d'Al-Mughayyir, au Nord-Est de #Ramallah. #Eye-On-Palestine

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New NYT reporting shows Iran and Oman are in talks to charge ships for passage through the Strait of Hormuz—suggesting U.S.-Iran negotiations are nowhere near conclusion despite what the White House has claimed.

I wish people had listened to Al Gore and put Social Security and Medicare in a lockbox so Republicans couldn’t steal it.

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Last time I jumped like this on skates I fell backward and bit my tongue. 🥴😬😂 Subscribe 👉 @funny_as_puck #Hockey #NHL #Habs

They're perfectly happy in my basement, they get food, water, and an hour of sunlight every day. #minecraft #minecraftrealm #crowdcontrol #twitchstreamer  #twitchclips #twitch

We are filled with DETERMINATION this Monday - to a great #GDC! 💯 See y'all in SF this week around Moscone... 🌉 - Casey (via @obscure.postings)

This was our favorite part of the Hands-Off protest in Washington, DC on the National Mall #DancingForDemocracy #JoyInAction #WeWillWin

Meant to share this last night but I accidentally caused a glitch while playing Mario World last night

It’s been 11 years since the release of Crypt of the NecroDancer, and to celebrate, we have a very special guest joining us on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation. Welcome to the Crypt, Shovel Knight! 🤝 @yachtclubgames.bsky.social

Good morning, y'all! Happy Monday! A bit of a rumbly morning here in the 'burbs.... Let's get the week off to a great start! I hope you all have a wonderful Monday!

[President Trump] went and said help is on the way to the Iranian protesters. Time after time over the last, mostly over the last 10 days or so, he has been encouraging the Iranian protesters, and at the same time the Ayatollah has come out and … called him a tyrant,” said @jonathankarl.bsky.social.

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New bonus ep out now. @ofwat.bsky.social join us to announce the winners of their Water Breakthrough Challenge. Always good to hear about innovation that can make progress on climate/nature/water. 💡 🎧➡️ bit.ly/PP_ofwat

You’re not just my love, but also my best friend ❤️🤝 #love #relationshipgoals #lovequotes #romanticquotes #relationshipquotes

Wilders geeft zijn aanhang les in democratie ondermijnen: "Wij eisen van dit kabinet en van het gemeentebestuur dat ze tot inkeer komen, dat ze gaan luisteren naar hun eigen mensen, naar jullie. Jullie moeten op 1 staan, dit is jullie land. We gaan door tot we gewonnen hebben."

John Navarra running for Daytona Beach City Commission Zone 1. Speaks about the role of the press. Incumbent is Moncia Paris Full show: tinyurl.com/3kz6usa5 #daytona #volusiacounty #florida #theopinionguy

#SeverusSnape #fanart figurine WIP part 2 Based on this wonderful artwork artstation.com/artwork/9my9Ny #HarryPotter #hogwarts #Slytherin #3dprint #snape

I’d cook Trump in a debate, easily.

How to NEVER Ruin Your Credit (100% Works) & Avoid Repossession 😂. Banks HATE This Simple Trick. ONLY Fool-Proof Way to beat the system… #CreditTips #RealTalk #CarRepo #FinancialAdvice #MoneyMindset #LifeAdvice #Truth #Adulting #NoExcuses #KatanaMotors #HenryFlores #FixCredit

AI Design_ Who should design it? PM Cowboy Podcast #51 — Part of the AI Series Topic: Human-Centered AI — Between Hype, Fear, and Responsibility Guest: Helen Edwards - Co-Founder Artificiality Institute

Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible women around the world 🌐🩷🎀 #motivation #gr3tetag #quoteoftheday #inspiration #mothersday #mother #BlueHartedFamily #FDT

Privacy please? 😜 #deadbydaylight #deadbydaylightgameplay #deadbydaylightmoments #gaming #dbd

Full penalty shootout #PSG vs #Arsenal 4-3 Arsenal's worst day ever? They shall never be closer than This #UCLFinal #arsenalfc #afc #ucl #championsleague #soccer #football #footballnews #footballculture #fyp #bluesky #sport #sports

Gardevoir said “have a good day” 💜✨ Cosplay content in advance and exclusives : patreon.com/emeii #pokemoncosplayer #Pokemon #gardevoircosplay #pokemoncosplay #gardevoir

Dispatches from the Dugout: Episode 2. Coming on Friday 15 August. #VickersMG #SmallArms

"It would be an act of war when you destroy civilian infrastructure: we said it was an act of war when they did it to Ukraine and it's an act of war when you do it to Iran." Reform UK's Laila Cunningham on the US's threats towards Iran. #Newsnight

Choose your starting place in the Johanna Kincaid Mystery Series. Listen to the Casefile Rollout. Oh. Pre-orders for Incident on the Right of Way are coming soon ⚡️ meanwhile COMMENT 1,2, or 3. I’ll be back to follow up 💙📚 #Booksky #WritingCommunity #Mystery #Thrillers #Writers❤️Reviews sound on ? 🎧

Fly Your Flag #flag #beach #America #bikini #video #clip

Temple of Eternal Suffering just surpassed 2k Wishlists on Steam! 🥳 Massive thanks to everyone that Wishlisted my ARPG Roguelite game! Join the cool people club and Wishlist the game on Steam! 3k is really close💪 #indiegame #indiedev #ARPG #roguelite

🔥 SBS hit the occupiers' logistical bases deep in the Donetsk region Tthe warehouses in the areas of Bugas, Novoselivka, Dokuchayevsk and Signalne were destroyed.

What's jax pointing the gun at?

Or Michael?

POLITE. NICE. Two words. Block letters. A complete philosophy. The world has enough of a lot of things right now. Politeness and niceness didn't make that list. Navy blue and black. Free shipping. buff.ly/Ry3DPIr #PoliteNice, #StatementTee, #ProtestTee, #PoliticalHumor, #NerdChicBoutique

Conservative-run Hampshire County Council is about to receive an extra £50 million from government to improve bus services. So it's time for them to restore the services they cancelled and keep us all connected.

Latest episode of Wrestling With Rumors is now up on my Wrestling With Rumors #youtube channel youtu.be/-YYB4nv12No?... #prowrestling #WrestlingWithRumors

“I’m just hanging out, being a snake, doing snake stuff…” 🐍 #hiking #outdooradventures #summer #myhappyplace #trailbuddies

#fehlgeburt #fehlgeburtdarfkeintabuthemersein #schwanger #schwangerschaft #ernährunginderschwangerschaft Ich bringe gerade meine Videos hierher – falls du neu bist, willkommen! 👋

This is a safe space to set down the demands of the world and simply be held in kindness. You deserve to find more peace and meaning in every part of your journey. See link in profile to book your meeting now. 💗 #Burnout #Work #Stress #Insomnia #Exhaustion #Trauma #Heartbreak #Recovery #Career