President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Ukraine’s ambassador to the United States, Olha Stefanishyna, in a decree. Stefanishyna said she left by personal choice after nearly a year, amid broader reshuffle of top officials.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed U.S. Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna via presidential decree. Stefanishyna stated the departure was her own decision due to personal circumstances, coinciding with a broader reshuffle of top Ukrainian officials.
Josh Allen’s family-driven philanthropy supports Buffalo children; his parents’ belief helped him overcome college rejections, injuries and criticism to become an NFL star.
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan of the Supreme Court questioned the lack of transparency in the collegium's judicial appointment decisions, citing recent resolutions without stated reasons. He emphasized citizens' right to know deliberations, speaking at the launch of a Judicial Transparency Index report by the JALDI Initiative.
England's Jazmin Sawyers secured long jump gold at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with a 6.93m jump, overcoming previous disappointments and a ruptured Achilles tendon. Nigeria's Ruth Usoro and Australia's Brooke BuschKuehl won silver and bronze, respectively, on a night that also saw other English medalists.
Independent MP Kate Chaney is pushing to amend federal laws that currently criminalize telehealth for voluntary assisted dying (VAD) consultations, despite most states allowing VAD. The Labor national conference voted to repeal the law, but PM Anthony Albanese has expressed concerns about safeguards. Medical and legal bodies support the change, citing patient suffering and delays in care, while some religious leaders oppose it. Chaney's bill is set for debate on August 11.
Queensland Arts Minister John-Paul Langbroek is under scrutiny over a series of politically connected appointments to Cultural Centre boards. Critics say the moves raise concerns about transparency and merit-based selection.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has appointed former FTC chair Lina Khan to lead the board of the NYC Economic Development Corporation (EDC), alongside Anthony Shorris as president and CEO. Mamdani aims to combine urban business growth with his progressive affordability agenda, emphasizing economic development and justice.
A 42-year-old priest has been ordained as bishop for the Catholic diocese of Chifeng, China, filling a nearly two-decade vacancy. The ordination, presided over by Bishop Paul Meng Qinglu, was conducted under the Chinese Catholic Patriotic Association, following a previous bishop's ordination without papal mandate.
A doctor in Shenyang, China, gained significant social media attention after a video showed him pushing his bicycle through deep floodwaters to perform two scheduled surgeries during the heaviest rainfall since 1951, highlighting his dedication.
Andy Burnham, the new UK Prime Minister, has appointed several prominent critics of his predecessor, Keir Starmer, to key cabinet positions. This move comes despite Burnham's pledge to end factionalism within the Labour Party, rewarding figures like Anas Sarwar, Ed Miliband, John Healey, and Wes Streeting for their past challenges to Starmer's leadership.
AgiBot had eyed a Hong Kong listing this year, targeting a HK$40-50 billion valuation, with CICC and Morgan Stanley as potential joint sponsors. Separately, Innolight's IPO, aiming to raise US$8 billion, attracted over 30 cornerstone investors for a July 30 debut, potentially the city's biggest listing in seven years.
Andy Burnham's new cabinet includes surprise appointments like John Healey as Chancellor and retains key figures such as Shabana Mahmood as Home Secretary, amidst a mix of experienced and rising stars across various portfolios.
In his first Downing Street speech, Burnham pledged to end rough sleeping with an extra £340m, announced a new 10-year plan for Britain, and revealed initial cabinet appointments, including John Healey as Chancellor, surprising Westminster. He emphasized the need for UK stability.
Following the World Cup, Spain captain Rodri received the Golden Ball, Messi the Silver, and Mbappe the Bronze. BBC Sport journalists offer diverse opinions on the tournament's best players, including Messi, Bellingham, and Olise, alongside standout young talents like Cubarsi and Bouaddi. They also highlight memorable moments, biggest disappointments, and the most passionate fans, with a focus on specific goals and saves.
Rathanvel VS became India's 99th chess Grandmaster after a four-and-a-half-year wait to achieve the 2500 Elo rating. He overcame financial struggles, injuries, and rating plateaus, crediting his parents' support, and now plans to continue his career in chess, including teaching and opening an academy.
Andy Burnham, set to become Britain's sixth prime minister in a decade, will stress the need for honesty about the country's challenges. He plans measures to ease the cost of living, potentially including reduced energy bills and lower bus fares, alongside increased North Sea fossil fuel drilling despite environmental backlash.
Andy Burnham's vision to reform Westminster politics by ending briefing culture and factionalism faces immediate challenges within Labour, with internal disputes over policy and roles emerging despite his calls for unity as the new leader.
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) is under scrutiny due to President Trump's controversial appointments of unqualified individuals, raising concerns about politicization of intelligence. Former DNIs highlight the ODNI's creation post-9/11 and its crucial role in information sharing, while debates continue on its size and authority.
Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee wants veto power over political appointments to top diplomatic posts following controversy over Lord Mandelson's US ambassador posting. A report criticized the vetting process as "made up as it went along" and called for formal pre-appointment hearings.
A parliamentary committee has recommended MPs be given veto power over ambassadorial appointments, citing Peter Mandelson's "disastrous" posting to Washington as a prime example. The committee criticized the Foreign Office's handling of his security clearance and record-keeping.
Four officials, including Yadav's private secretary, have been removed from Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav's office on administrative grounds and through repatriation. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh speculated about a possible scam behind the abrupt dismissals.
The Ram Temple trust's bylaws present significant challenges to structural changes, even with potential CEO appointments. Amendments require a majority vote and must not alter the trust's basic structure or the board's constitution, complicating operational shifts.
NHS England plans to give patients at least three weeks' notice of hospital appointments, inspired by online shopping customer service. This aims to improve patient experience and end the "farce" of late or missed appointment notifications.
