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Iran Says It Has ‘No Trust’ In US After Trump Xi Talks, Hormuz Tensions Remain High

Just hours after US President Donald Trump concluded talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Iran signalled deep mistrust toward Washington amid stalled ceasefire negotiations. Speaking in New Delhi, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said Tehran would continue negotiations only if the US showed seriousness toward diplomacy. He also confirmed Pakistan mediated talks remain stalled while warning Iran is prepared to return to fighting if diplomacy collapses. The remarks come as tensions continue around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes.

Moneycontrol5/15/2026, 6:09:41 PM
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She had nothing at 15. At 55, she's China's wealthiest woman sitting at the world's top table with Elon Musk and Tim Cook; here's the story of Zhou Qunfei

Chinas richest woman, Zhou Qunfei, once worked factory shifts after leaving school at 15. Today, her billion-dollar tech company supplies Apple, Tesla, and Samsung. Her glass powers iPhones and smart vehicles worldwide. She built Lens Technology from poverty, loss, and survival. Now she sits beside Elon Musk and Tim Cook at global business meetings.

The Economic Times5/15/2026, 5:18:00 PM
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How to actually own your morning (Without the chaos)

We’ve all had those "disaster" starts—hitting snooze five times, tripping over a shoe, and realizing you’re already behind before you’ve even found your keys. It’s exhausting. But here’s the truth: the way you handle those first few hours determines whether you’re running the day, or the day is running you.Success isn’t about waking up at 4:00 AM to do a triathlon; it’s about being intentional. It’s about protecting your energy before the rest of the world starts demanding it. Here is a realistic, five-step breakdown to help you build a morning that actually feels good.

Times of India5/15/2026, 9:55:22 AM
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Generation Battery Energy Storage System to enable Scalable, Resilient Energy Transition

New Delhi [India], May 15: Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has announced the launch of its next-generation, fully integrated cell to grid to cell Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). This solution was launched at recently concluded Schneider Electric Innovation Summit India 2026. The solution is designed to enable predictable, revenue-generating energy storage while strengthening grid resilience and enabling flexible, intelligent energy systems. As the world's fourth-largest renewable energy producer, India is rapidly scaling clean energy, making grid flexibility and storage critical to ensuring reliability and resilience. Schneider Electric's battery agnostic, PCS forward BESS offer is designed to support this transition by enabling stable, efficient, and intelligent energy systems.

The Tribune5/15/2026, 8:50:36 AM
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Global Push to Decarbonise Steel and Cement Faces Massive Finance Gap: OECD

A new OECD and Climate Club report warns that financial support for decarbonising heavy industries like steel, cement and chemicals in developing economies remains far below what is needed, despite these sectors being among the world’s largest sources of emissions. While international funding and private investment are beginning to rise, the report says much stronger global action and investment in breakthrough technologies such as clean hydrogen and carbon capture are urgently required.

Devdiscourse5/15/2026, 5:24:02 AM
health

The 'silent' invasion of a widespread freshwater jellyfish across Europe

A new study published in the journal People and Nature reveals a significant gap in public awareness regarding one of the world's most widespread invasive species: the freshwater jellyfish Craspedacusta sowerbii. Despite being present on six continents and well-documented by scientists in Europe, this unnoticed (cryptic meaning "under the radar") invader remains largely unknown to the public, a factor that researchers say may be hindering the development of early warning systems and effective environmental policy.

Phys.org5/15/2026, 12:00:02 AM