Former US Senator Joe Manchin, 78, alongside his daughter Heather, has launched a council to recruit and support independent candidates for congressional races, aiming to promote centrist voices who can work across party lines.
Defending champions India announced formidable men's and women's chess squads for the FIDE Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, led by D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, and R Vaishali. Separately, Viswanathan Anand became interim FIDE president after Arkady Dvorkovich temporarily stepped aside due to EU sanctions.
England's 11-year-old Bodhana Sivanandan defeated French Grandmaster Marc’Andria Maurizzi, setting a new world age record. World champion Gukesh Dommaraju faced poor form, while Fide president Arkady Dvorkovich was sanctioned, impacting the upcoming Fide presidential election in Samarkand.
Six candidates vying to lead the United Nations debated the importance of restoring the organization's credibility in a restrained discussion, one week before the formal selection process begins. Hopefuls faced questions from diplomats, UN employees, and civil society representatives.
Antonio Guterres's second term as UN Secretary-General concludes December 31, with six candidates vying to replace him. The article profiles Michelle Bachelet, Rafael Mariano Grossi, Maria Fernanda Espinosa, Rebeca Grynspan, Macky Sall, and Carolyn Rodrigues Birkett, highlighting their backgrounds, visions for UN reform, and the challenges they face in securing the role amidst scrutiny of the UN's effectiveness.
President Trump and his team are defying conventional midterm wisdom by actively campaigning in competitive races despite his low approval rating. The strategy aims to energize low-propensity Trump voters by making him the central figure, contrasting with past presidents who avoided such races.
Arizona primary voters selected Trump-backed Republicans for governor and a U.S. House seat, with nominees for governor and secretary of state having questioned the 2020 election. The results offer insight into voter sentiment in the swing state, setting up competitive general election contests.
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) announced 4,098 vacancies for Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant posts. Online applications open August 14, 2026, and close September 13, 2026, for positions across India.
NASA's astronaut selection process is exceptionally rigorous, employing psychological tests, team simulations, and deliberate challenges to assess candidates' adaptability, communication, and resilience under pressure, ultimately selecting 10 from over 12,000 applicants in 2021.
Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate, withdrew after a rape accusation, following numerous prior controversies. His saga has sparked a debate among Democrats about the different standards applied to white male candidates versus women and candidates of color regarding past mistakes and allegations.
Three former TMC Rajya Sabha MPs, Sushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar Ray, and Prakash Chik Baraik, filed nominations as BJP candidates for West Bengal's Rajya Sabha bypolls on July 24. Having resigned from TMC and the Upper House, they are set to return to Parliament on BJP tickets, with the BJP holding enough legislators to secure all three seats.
Meghalaya's Directorate of Educational Research and Training (DERT) released the MTET 2026 hall ticket on July 10, 2026, for the exam on July 24, 2026. Originally postponed due to census duties, the test will be offline and have lifetime validity for qualifying certificates.
The University of Delhi has released simulated ranks for over 2.06 lakh candidates for DU UG 2026 admissions based on CUET scores and preferences. Candidates can edit preferences until the final ranks are announced. Class 12 marks will break ties, and performance-based courses are excluded.
UK's Representation of the People Bill faces scrutiny over big-money donations, particularly in crypto. Reforms aim to curb foreign and crypto donations, but critics argue they are insufficient. The article links wealthy crypto investors to the far-right, raising concerns about financial integrity and the potential for a 'crypto capital' that blurs crime and business.
Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing former engineer Chang Liu of taking confidential information, including a MacBook and knowledge of a software bug, to the AI company. Apple alleges OpenAI systematically acquired trade secrets to accelerate its consumer hardware projects.
Colombian-Canadian musician Lido Pimienta discusses her new album "Caribenya," her political activism, and her artistic philosophy. She expresses concern over Colombia's right-wing presidential candidate and her desire to create music that resists exploitation and celebrates joy.
Alireza Firouzja won the Croatia Super Rapid and Blitz, while Magnus Carlsen marked 15 years as world No. 1. The article discusses Firouzja's potential in new formats, Carlsen's enduring dominance, and the historical debate comparing him to Garry Kasparov.
The Bar Council of India will release the AIBE 21 Final Answer Key on July 10, 2026, followed by results between July 15-18. This determines eligibility for the Certificate of Practice, essential for practicing law in India. Nearly 2.65 lakh candidates participated.
Hours after joining the BJP, former TMC leaders Sushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar Ray, and Prakash Chik Baraik were named as BJP candidates for upcoming Rajya Sabha bypolls. The trio resigned from the Rajya Sabha and TMC last month, citing political and personal reasons, and their induction is seen as a move to strengthen BJP's presence in West Bengal amid TMC's internal crisis.
A survey found that nearly 40% of Hong Kong's DSE exam candidates are stressed about AI replacing jobs and the economic outlook, despite an overall decrease in high stress levels compared to last year.
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the UPTET Provisional Answer Key 2026. Candidates can challenge responses online until July 14. The final answer key will determine the UPTET Result 2026.
Nigel Farage's decision to trigger a by-election in Clacton has taken a bizarre turn with Count Binface announcing his candidacy. Major parties are boycotting the race, leaving Farage to face novelty candidates.
The Guardian's investigation into Reform UK's funding has led to transactions involving party leaders being referred to the National Crime Agency (NCA). Concerns include a £1m donation where the ultimate source of funds is unidentified, and a £1m transfer routed via the mother of a convicted fraudster.
The NTA is expected to release the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key between July 15-20. Around 9.08 lakh candidates participated. An objection window will open post-release, with a fee of Rs 200 per challenge.
