India's parliament incorporated Gen Z slang like 'Delulu', 'FOMO', and 'Clock it' during debates on an anti-exam leak bill, following a youth-led protest movement that forced the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Queensland parliament has raised concerns over the social media conduct of Yabun Panjoo Aboriginal Corporation, a publicly funded youth rehabilitation provider. Labor's Di Farmer questioned the provider's Facebook page following adult content creators, while Youth Justice Minister Laura Gerber defended the program. The hearing also addressed the funding cancellation of another provider, The Mara Way.
Ozgur Ozel, the ousted leader of Turkey's opposition CHP, formed the "New Party" (Yeni Parti) with 90 other lawmakers, making it the second-largest party in parliament. This move follows deep divisions and legal challenges within the CHP, with Ozel vowing to lead the fight against President Erdogan.
Socialist MEP Bernd Lange warns the EU to prepare for US retaliation following the European Commission's €890 million fine on Google and new US tariffs targeting the EU over forced labor. Lange expects further US action and hopes US courts and Congress will address the tariffs.
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after government assurances. Concurrently, PM Modi announced a new Bill with stringent provisions, including fast-track courts, to combat examination paper leaks, to be introduced in Parliament next week.
Charli xcx's new album "Music, Fashion, Film" is reviewed, exploring themes of identity, authenticity, and the pressures of A-list success after "Brat." The album delves into her creative leaps, personal insecurities, and relationships through a blend of pop and guitar music.
Seventeen Delhi Metro stations, including those near Jantar Mantar and Parliament, will remain closed from 7:30 am on Friday, July 24, due to heightened security for the ongoing CJP protest and Parliament's Monsoon Session, causing potential disruption for commuters.
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation announced 17 stations will close from 7:30 AM on July 24 due to heightened security for the ongoing CJP protest at Jantar Mantar, coinciding with Parliament's Monsoon Session. Protesters demand action on the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike in India following negotiations with Union ministers, citing a desire to prevent violence. Simultaneously, PM Modi addressed the alleged NEET-UG paper leak, promising stricter legislation, while the Cockroach Janata Party vowed to continue protests.
The Indian government is engaging opposition leaders to resolve the parliamentary deadlock concerning the alleged NEET paper leak, offering discussion without preconditions like Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. This follows repeated disruptions in the Monsoon session.
Veteran BJP leader Murli Manohar Joshi backed students protesting the alleged NEET paper leak, condemning police action and urging empathy. His intervention highlights an escalating political clash between BJP and opposition over the issue, with PM Modi announcing fast-track courts for paper leak cases.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced early parliamentary elections for October or November, with presidential elections to follow later. Vucic had previously vowed to resign as president after the parliamentary election date was set and promised to help the ruling Serbian Progressive Party win.
A video purportedly showing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protesters escaping a police van during a Mumbai protest has gone viral. The incident, shared by CJP with a sarcastic caption, comes amid escalating tensions from their 'Sansad Chalo' march in Delhi, where an FIR was registered over violence.
Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh shared a heartfelt message on the ongoing NEET examination paper leak protests, urging dialogue for a safe learning environment. The controversy has intensified with protests, parliamentary deadlock, and legal scrutiny, including Delhi Police FIRs and Delhi High Court notices. Olympian Manu Bhaker also voiced concern for students.
A political showdown intensified in India over the alleged NEET paper leak and police action against student protesters, with Parliament disrupted and the opposition demanding the education minister's resignation. The Centre called for dialogue, while activist Sonam Wangchuk continued his hunger strike, seeking assurances for students.
New analysis for the Guardian by More in Common shows how different UK voting systems would yield vastly different parliamentary seat distributions based on current polling. While FPTP could give Reform UK a near-majority, proportional systems would likely result in hung parliaments and coalition governments, potentially a progressive alliance.
India's opposition parties, led by Rahul Gandhi, shut down parliament in protest, demanding the education minister's resignation and government accountability for police violence against youth-led "Cockroach" movement demonstrators and exam scandals. Protests continued in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.
Jennifer Poole's brother, Jason, successfully campaigned for "Jennie's Law" in the Republic of Ireland, a new public register for domestic violence convictions. The law, signed by President Catherine Connolly, aims to prevent future tragedies by making perpetrators' violent histories accessible, following Jennifer's murder by an ex-partner whose past was unknown.
Germany's CDU has named Thorsten Frei as its candidate to succeed Jens Spahn as parliamentary group leader following Spahn's resignation over a surrogacy scandal. Frei, a close confidant of Chancellor Friedrich Merz, is scheduled for election on July 29.
An ACP was injured in stone-pelting during a Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest in central Delhi, amid heightened security. This follows violent clashes two days prior during the CJP's 'Sansad Chalo' march. CJP expressed readiness for talks with the government at a neutral venue.
Andy Burnham's unexpected rise to Prime Minister, following Keir Starmer's resignation and a decisive byelection win, is analyzed. The article contrasts Burnham's political acumen with Starmer's perceived weaknesses and highlights Nigel Farage's recent missteps, while outlining the significant challenges Burnham faces in uniting Labour and governing in a volatile political landscape.
India's opposition parties, led by Rahul Gandhi, shut down parliament in protest, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. This action supports the youth-led "Cockroach Janata Party" movement, which has faced police violence during protests against exam scandals and government policies.
India's Supreme Court, led by CJI Surya Kant, declined an urgent hearing on alleged police brutality against students protesting at Jantar Mantar, citing lack of time for video evidence. Protests demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam irregularities turned violent.
France has approved a nationwide ban on social media for children under 15 and mobile phones in high schools, becoming the first EU country with such a restriction. President Macron aims for implementation by September, pending a constitutional review, amid growing concerns over social media's impact on youth mental health.
