Andy Burnham has become the UK's new Labour leader and Prime Minister after Keir Starmer's resignation, inheriting a party in electoral freefall. He aims to revive the centre-left by appealing to hope, contrasting with Starmer's grim tone, and faces challenges from populist forces like Reform UK.
Thousands of delegates are gathering in Busan, South Korea, for the 48th UNESCO World Heritage Committee session, the first time the country has hosted. The 10-day meeting will review 33 proposals, including South Korea's tidal flats extension and a draft decision on Japan's Sado mine, urging better reflection of wartime Korean labor.
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.
A special prosecutor has indicted former President Yoon Suk-yeol for allegedly receiving free public opinion polls worth 270 million won from political broker Myung Tae-gyun, claiming he interfered in nominations and undermined party democracy. Yoon's side denies the charges, stating no reward was promised.
Andy Burnham has pledged to Labour MPs that he will not use party discipline to "stifle debate" if he becomes leader. He aims to foster a culture of open discussion and respect for differing opinions, contrasting with Keir Starmer's approach.
The Apple TV+ horror-comedy "Widow's Bay" has received 19 Emmy nominations for the 2026 awards, the most for any new show this year. Nominations include writing for creator Katie Dipold, directing for Hiro Murai, and acting for Matthew Rhys and Kate O'Flynn.
The Pitt leads Emmy nominations with 25, followed closely by Hacks with 24. Apple also saw success with Widow's Bay and Pluribus. The ceremony is set for September 14th with Mariska Hargitay hosting.
The 2024 Emmy nominations have been announced, highlighting major snubs for "Stranger Things" and "Half Man," while celebrating multi-nominee Matthew Rhys for his work in "The Beast in Me" and "Widow's Bay." "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" also emerged as an underdog surprise.
Medical drama The Pitt and comedy Hacks lead Emmy nominations with 25 and 24 nods respectively. British stars like Matthew Rhys, Riz Ahmed, and Carey Mulligan are recognized. Snubs include final seasons of Stranger Things and Euphoria in best drama, and Jeremy Allen White for The Bear.
The Emmy nominations were revealed Wednesday, with HBO Max's "The Pitt" securing the most nods (25) and "Hacks" earning 24 for its final season. "The Pitt" dominated acting categories, while "Hacks" capitalized on its status as a beloved veteran show ending its run.
La 78e cérémonie des Emmy Awards aura lieu le 14 septembre à Los Angeles. Les séries "The Pitt" et "Hacks" dominent les nominations avec respectivement 25 et 24 citations. "Acharnés" mène la course des mini-séries avec 16 nominations.
Kim Keon-hee, épouse de l'ancien président sud-coréen Yoon Suk Yeol, a été condamnée à sept ans de prison supplémentaires pour avoir accepté des pots-de-vin en échange de nominations. Elle purge déjà une peine pour manipulation boursière et corruption.
Keir Starmer announced his resignation as leader of the UK Labour Party and Prime Minister, effective early September after his successor is elected. He informed King Charles III and plans for nominations to open July 9, with a new leader in place before Parliament reconvenes in September.
Joyce Carol Oates, a prolific author, discusses her new short story collection, "The Frenzy," exploring themes of isolation, friendship, and loss. She reflects on her personal experiences with grief, her views on societal issues like AI and wealth, and the recurring presence of violence in her literary work.
Glenn Close, Ridley Scott, Floyd Norman, Christine Vachon, and Pamela Koffler will receive honorary Oscars at the Governors Awards on November 15. The Academy recognized their "groundbreaking work" and "immeasurable impact" on filmmaking.
Nasa administrator Jared Isaacman defended the all-male crew for the latest Artemis mission, rejecting claims of political influence and emphasizing astronaut expertise over diversity. The selection has drawn criticism amid concerns about the agency's commitment to inclusion.
The Democratic Party (Minjoo) and the People Power Party (Kukminuihim) have announced their nominees for the Busan region. Nominees include Kim Jeong-won and Cho Yong-woo for the Democratic Party, and Yoo Do-hee, Bae Gwan-gu, Gyeon Mi-ryeong for the People Power Party.
EPFO members must e-sign their e-nominations using Aadhaar authentication for them to be valid. Without this step, family members may face delays in receiving EPF, EPS, and EDLI benefits upon the member's death.
Labour leader Keir Starmer is facing internal pressure to resign after a tumultuous week of resignations and speculation about his leadership. Despite no formal challenge, allies and MPs are reportedly discussing replacements, with Wes Streeting and Andy Burnham seen as potential successors.
Dans un texte présenté mercredi 13 mai, le rapporteur Alexis Corbière préconise un nouveau système de nominations et émet des doutes sur la « pertinence » du projet Louvre Nouvelle Renaissance, voulu par Emmanuel Macron.
Les chaises musicales battent leur plein au palais présidentiel, tandis que le chef de l’État doit encore pourvoir plusieurs postes prestigieux avant la fin de son mandat.
Parmi les nouvelles nominations figure l’ancien gouverneur de Homs qui remplace Maher al-Chareh, le frère du président, au poste de secrétaire général de la présidence syrienne.
Machines may soon translate every conversation flawlessly. But language is more than information – it is curiosity, intimacy and cultural discoveryOne of my earliest assignments as a young interpreter was to provide simultaneous interpretation for the proceedings of an ecumenical council that brought together all Christian denominations. As my homework, I dutifully read scripture, the gospels, papal encyclicals and the conclusion of the first council of Nicaea.There was, however, one thing I had not foreseen. Mass was held not in the conference hall, but in the church itself, where there were no booths and the interpreter was required to stand discreetly on the altar. Here, translation alone would not suffice – the interpreter had to perform the part of the priest, with his unmistakable clerical timbre, the arms outstretched then folded in prayer, the gaze repeatedly lifted towards heaven. Continue reading...
The Norwegian Nobel Committee has shortlisted 287 candidates for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, including likely nominee U.S. President Donald Trump. Committee Secretary Kristian Berg Harpviken announced 208 individuals and 79 organizations are under consideration for the award to be announced October 9. Leaders of Cambodia, Israel and Pakistan have publicly stated they nominated Trump, though the committee emphasizes nominations are not endorsements.
