Amid fierce competition for college admissions, some high school students are dropping out to re-enroll as first-year students and improve their GPAs, a phenomenon dubbed 'GPA reset.' This trend is driven by the upcoming 2028 college entrance exam's shift to a 5-grade GPA system, increasing anxiety among students.
Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra returned from an eight-month injury layoff with a fourth-place finish at the Doha Diamond League. He threw 85.69m, meeting the Commonwealth Games qualification standard, but fell short of a podium finish against strong competition.
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra returns to javelin competition at the Doha Diamond League after a back injury. He aims to regain form, secure qualification for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, and face strong rivals like Keshorn Walcott and Rumesh Pathirage.
Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra makes his return at the Doha Diamond League after an injury layoff. He aims to regain competitive sharpness and build momentum for major events like the Commonwealth and Asian Games.
Ten-year-old Florence Nickel, who lives with an acquired brain injury, has found a passion and a lofty dream in boccia, a Paralympic sport. Introduced at her Gold Coast primary school, the sport is fostering inclusivity and transforming students with disabilities, with teachers noting significant positive changes in Florence's attitude and engagement.
Ten-year-old Florence Nickel, who has an acquired brain injury, has found a passion and a lofty dream in boccia, a growing Paralympic sport. Introduced at her Gold Coast primary school, boccia is proving transformational for students with disabilities, fostering confidence and inclusivity.
Bitcoin shows deep value metrics below 1.0, but subdued investor participation and competition for liquidity from major IPOs raise concerns. Despite the Fed holding rates, future hikes loom, creating market uncertainty.
South Africa secured a crucial 1-1 draw against Czechia in the World Cup thanks to a late penalty converted by Teboho Mokoena. The result keeps South Africa's hopes of advancing alive, setting up a decisive final group match.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is a 2D-HD game inspired by Zelda, featuring a customizable combat system and time-traveling puzzles. Despite its earnest tone, it offers a rewarding experience with inspired dungeons and fast-paced gameplay.
G7 leaders and tech CEOs met in Evian-les-Bains to discuss AI regulation and cooperation, with a focus on countering China's technological advancements. Discussions aimed to foster unity among democracies, despite underlying tensions regarding US policies on AI models.
Chinese AI lab DeepSeek reportedly secured $7.4 billion in its maiden fundraise with a unique condition: investors must pledge not to poach its AI talent. The Hangzhou-based company, now valued over $50 billion, faces intense competition for engineers from tech giants like Tencent, ByteDance, and Alibaba.
Bilal Kreidi, a 16-year-old Syrian student in Germany, won first place nationally in the Mathematical Kangaroo competition. He has since launched a popular TikTok channel simplifying math lessons for students.
Federal MP David Littleproud is urging the ACCC to investigate insurance companies in regional Queensland, citing premium hikes of up to 500% as a "national disgrace" and "parasitic" practice. Residents face unaffordable costs, impacting homeownership and mortgage eligibility.
Lionel Messi began his 2026 World Cup journey with a hat-trick against Algeria, bringing his career total to 16 goals and tying Miroslav Klose's record. Kylian Mbappé is close behind with 14 goals.
China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has proposed new rules to prevent food delivery platforms from misusing subsidies. The draft regulations aim to stop market disruption, selling goods at a loss, and forcing merchants into subsidy programs, addressing concerns about intense competition harming businesses, drivers, and consumers.
MI New York defeated Washington Freedom by 5 runs to win their second Major League Cricket (MLC) title in 2025. The fourth edition of the T20 league begins June 18, featuring six teams and three venues, including the new Knight Riders Cricket Field.
Iran's national football team secured a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in Los Angeles, but faced severe logistical issues, including immediate departure post-match. Players and other teams complained about oppressive security and restrictive movements, contrasting with positive reception in Mexico.
Iran's national football team secured a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in Los Angeles, but faced significant logistical and security challenges. Players and coaches complained about restrictive movements, immediate flights after matches, and intrusive security checks, contrasting with positive experiences in Mexico.
Erling Haaland scored two goals on his World Cup debut, inspiring Norway to a 4-1 victory over Iraq. The striker's performance drew praise from coaches and commentators, who highlighted his strength, speed, and lethal finishing.
Cristiano Ronaldo's sixth World Cup begins Wednesday against the DRC in Houston. Portugal boasts a strong squad, but questions linger about Ronaldo's influence and fitness. FIFA's decision to lift his ban ensures a high-profile spectacle.
The Korea Sports Agent Association has recommended a commission rate of 5-10% of the contract amount to prevent excessive low-price competition and ensure the healthy development of the agent industry. The association clarified that while the FIFA and KFA agent fee cap is currently suspended, this does not permit indiscriminate price wars.
YouTuber Philip DeFranco announced he will give away the entire $1 million prize from MrBeast's 50 YouTuber Challenge to his subscribers. Forty winners will each receive $25,000, though entry details are yet to be revealed. DeFranco also mentioned alleged attempts to influence voting during the competition.
Keir Starmer attended the G7 summit in Évian, seemingly unaware it would be his last. World leaders, including Macron and Trump, discussed how to handle his delusion, with Starmer insisting he would "fight on" and remain in power indefinitely.
EU gas storage facilities are 44.72% full, with net injections of 18+ bcm since April. This lags behind the five-year average and last year's levels, driven by higher fuel prices and competition with Asia for LNG.
