The first Bridge Awards ceremony in Moscow honored outstanding foreigners for their contributions to Russia's economy and culture. Winners included a Japanese dancer, an American UFC fighter, and a US journalist, with Steven Seagal presenting an award and commenting on US values.
MacKenzie Scott, ex-wife of Jeff Bezos, is recognized as the world's most generous philanthropist, donating over $26 billion since 2012. Her trust-based approach focuses on speed and flexibility, with significant contributions to HBCUs and honoring Toni Morrison.
Germany is reconsidering its UN contributions after failing to secure a Security Council seat. Foreign Minister Wadephul cited the need to save money and a feeling of underrepresentation, suggesting a clearer stance on future UN decisions.
Germany is considering reducing its UN contributions after failing to secure a temporary seat on the Security Council. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that Germany, a major contributor, deserves a greater say in decisions and will mark its position more clearly in the future.
Hong Kong property tycoon Gordon Wu expressed strong optimism about China's future, citing its stability and the hard work of its people. Receiving the Game Changer Award, the 90-year-old founder of Hopewell Holdings stated he has bet on China since 1978 and believes its stability will sustain its rise, contrasting it with the US.
Germany is considering reducing its UN contributions after failing to secure a temporary seat on the Security Council. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul cited a need to save money and a feeling of underrepresentation. Separately, a German footballer was denied entry to Canada over match-fixing allegations, and Germany is set to acquire a stake in a Franco-German arms manufacturer.
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are among the first players to wear the new FIFA World Cup Legacy badge during the 2026 tournament. This exclusive patch recognizes players with significant longevity and achievements in World Cup history, featuring their name, flag, and iconic details.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 features a new 'Legacy Badge' on players' sleeves, honoring football legends with longevity and achievements. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are among the first recipients, marking their sixth World Cup appearances.
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte stated the US is not withdrawing from the alliance despite force cuts, emphasizing that European members are ready to contribute more troops. He argued that reducing US reliance strengthens NATO, with Denmark announcing a deployment of 850 troops to the Baltic region.
Anthropic's AI advancements, including recursive self-improvement and cyber-attack capabilities, have prompted US policy shifts. The White House has banned foreign access to new models and Anthropic has shut them down, signaling a move towards regulation.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan supports Ben Stokes to continue as skipper despite a team curfew breach. Vaughan believes Stokes' contributions to English cricket warrant another chance, though he acknowledges the captain's mistake reflects poorly on the team.
Howard Hendrick, a decorated WWII Lancaster bomber pilot and Order of Australia recipient, has died at 102. Remembered for his service and generosity, Hendrick was a beloved figure in Loxton, South Australia, where he was honored with a street naming and Citizen of the Year award.
Elon Musk responded to claims that his companies, Tesla and SpaceX, owe their success to government support, stating such claims are "totally false." He argued that government incentives represent less than 2% of their value and that removing EV tax credits actually boosted Tesla sales.
Jordan Bardella, French presidential front-runner, plans to challenge the EU's budget and cut France's contributions. While softening NATO stance, he aims to fundamentally reshape the EU, warning against its "outdated" principles and seeking alliances with nationalist governments.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut called for parties that split from Congress to reunite, emphasizing the need to strengthen the party to counter the BJP. He urged NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar to lead this initiative, criticizing the BJP's historical contributions and accusing Union Home Minister Amit Shah of attempting to break opposition parties.
Christian Pulisic's three World Cup assists, the most since 2022, fueled the USMNT's 4-1 victory over Paraguay in Los Angeles. Despite a precautionary substitution at halftime due to a calf issue, Pulisic's influence was paramount, setting up two goals. Folarin Balogun scored a brace, and Gio Reyna added a late goal in the dominant performance.
Jaspal Rana, a celebrated former Indian shooter and coach, passed away in New Delhi on Friday. Known for his numerous Commonwealth and Asian Games medals, Rana was also instrumental in mentoring young athletes. His death, reportedly without prior health issues while en route to Germany, has prompted widespread tributes from prominent figures.
Legendary Indian shooter and coach Jaspal Rana, 49, died due to heart complications. President Droupadi Murmu, Abhinav Bindra, PM Narendra Modi, and the sports fraternity mourned his loss, highlighting his contributions to Indian shooting's global rise.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi mourns the death of renowned shooting coach and former Asian Games gold medallist Jaspal Rana (49), praising his athletic achievements and dedication to nurturing Indian shooters like Manu Bhaker.
The Supreme Court recognized homemakers as 'nation builders', ruling that the loss of their domestic care services should be a separate compensation head in motor accident claims, with a notional monthly income of Rs 30,000.
Mackenzie Scott has donated $26.4 billion in less than seven years, including $7.2 billion in 2025, making her one of the biggest individual donors globally. She was recognized on Forbes' Iconoclast 50 list for her significant contributions, particularly to HBCUs.
Priyansh Arya's 32-ball 32 for India A ended in a bizarre run-out involving Ruturaj Gaikwad and wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella's obstructing foot during their tri-series opener against Sri Lanka A.
Germany's Health Minister Nina Warken (CDU) plans to increase contributions for childless individuals and high earners to address a projected €7.6 billion deficit in nursing care insurance by 2027. The proposals also include higher thresholds for new care level classifications and enhanced prevention measures.
Following Germany's failed bid for a UN Security Council seat, the Hessian state government is considering reducing German financial contributions to the UN. Minister Manfred Pentz questioned the rationale for high investment without commensurate influence, despite Germany being the second-largest contributor.
