Literary magazine Granta will cease publishing Commonwealth short story prize winners after accusations that one winning entry was AI-generated. Granta cited editorial integrity and lack of control over external partnerships. The author denied using AI, attributing their writing style to speech-to-text software due to health conditions.
France's government announces a wide-ranging drug testing campaign for top state officials, including ministers and cabinet members. The leak of a directive has caused embarrassment and controversy, as the initiative was intended to be part of a broader anti-drug trafficking plan.
Wyndham Clark set a new 36-hole scoring record at the US Open, reaching seven under par at Shinnecock Hills and holding a four-shot lead. He overcame early struggles to finish his second round, with several top contenders, including Rory McIlroy and Dustin Johnson, facing difficulties.
Indian cricketers Harbhajan Singh and S Sreesanth's past "slapgate" controversy has resurfaced. Sreesanth challenged Harbhajan, citing a recent advertisement he believes referenced the 2008 incident, claiming financial benefit for Harbhajan and stating he has blocked the spinner.
A new Air Force One jet, gifted by Qatar to President Trump, arrived early at Joint Base Andrews. The luxury Boeing 747, valued at approximately $400 million, underwent modifications and will serve as a bridge until the long-term VC-25B is delivered.
Sydney-based AI startup Coreflow, owner of OurDream, is under investigation for potentially breaching child sex abuse laws after AI-generated characters appearing underage were found on the site, despite its zero-tolerance policy
Abhijeet Dipke of CJP criticized the government's temporary Telegram ban ahead of the NEET re-exam, calling it a superficial fix. He highlighted ongoing student suicides and accused politicians of prioritizing personal gain over education.
A $1.7 million no-bid contract awarded to Greenwater Services, a firm tied to Donald Trump donor John J. Cafaro, to install a water purification system at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is under scrutiny. Algae bloomed days after a multi-million dollar refurbishment, raising questions about the contract and the refurbishment itself.
Folarin Balogun, a star striker for the US World Cup team, was born in Brooklyn, granting him US citizenship under birthright laws. This comes amid a Supreme Court case challenging birthright citizenship, highlighting the intersection of sports, immigration, and politics.
Portugal's Joao Neves is at the center of a social media controversy after fans of Cristiano Ronaldo flooded his and his girlfriend's Instagram accounts with criticism following a 1-1 draw against DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup. Fans felt Neves' post-match comments about Ronaldo's role were disrespectful.
Teen footballer Ayyoub Bouaddi, a prodigious talent who recently became the youngest player with 50 appearances in France's Ligue 1, has chosen to represent Morocco over France. This decision has sparked controversy in France, with former players criticizing manager Didier Deschamps's reluctance to call Bouaddi up for the World Cup. Bouaddi's performance against Brazil has drawn comparisons to Sergio Busquets, and he is seen as a symbol of a new era for the Moroccan national team.
S Sreesanth has challenged former teammate Harbhajan Singh to an in-ring fight, reigniting their 'Slapgate' feud from the 2008 IPL. Sreesanth accused Harbhajan of profiting from the incident via advertisements and urged him to settle differences in a genuine combat contest.
Lululemon apologized and withdrew a marketing video in China after a controversy arose over the use of a Japanese drum instead of a traditional Chinese one during a yoga event on the Great Wall.
Photographers' close proximity to coaches during national anthems at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has drawn criticism for obstructing views and disrupting a sacred moment. FIFA has since adjusted guidelines to allow coaches a clearer line of sight.
The BBC has cancelled a documentary series featuring presenter Ashley Cain due to his history of abusive and misogynistic comments about women. The broadcaster admitted its vetting process failed and is investigating the lapse.
Cristiano Ronaldo's sister, Katia Aveiro, reportedly liked an Instagram post criticizing Bruno Fernandes' performance for Portugal, drawing attention amid the team's disappointing World Cup start after a draw with DR Congo.
A $300 billion reconstruction fund for Iran has become a point of contention following a US-Tehran ceasefire agreement, with questions arising over financial responsibility. The deal lacks specifics on fund allocation, and US President Trump has distanced Washington from direct financial obligations, seemingly contradicting VP Vance's earlier remarks.
FIFA's new 'hydration break' for the 2026 World Cup is facing criticism for disrupting game flow, increasing ad time, and being too short. While intended to protect players in hot weather, a survey shows 76.4% of readers find issues with the rule.
England battled on day one of the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval, with the team captained by Joe Root, fielding three debutants, leaving the tourists at 291-7. Captain Ben Stokes and pace bowler Gus Atkinson are unavailable pending an investigation.
England's Joe Root-captained side, with three debutants, worked hard on day one of the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval. New Zealand finished 291-7, with Daryl Mitchell making 44 and Tom Blundell 51, as England's inexperienced attack, led by Jofra Archer, battled hard.
Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick, leading Argentina to a 3-0 victory over Algeria. He also equaled Miroslav Klose's record of 16 World Cup goals. Messi was involved in a controversial studs-up challenge that some pundits believed warranted a red card.
A video allegedly showing three individuals offering namaz in the OPD of SSG Hospital, Vadodara, has gone viral, sparking controversy. Hospital administration is investigating the incident, which occurred on Monday evening.
Andrew Castle, former British No 1, has announced that this year's Wimbledon will be his last as a commentator for the BBC after 23 years. He cited changes in coverage and expressed gratitude for the "best gig in sports broadcasting" during a significant era for men's tennis.
La tripletta storica di Lionel Messi nella partita Argentina-Algeria è finita al centro delle polemiche sui social media. Molti utenti ritengono che Messi avrebbe dovuto essere espulso per un fallo commesso nel primo tempo su Aissa Mandi, ma non ha ricevuto nemmeno un'ammonizione.
