Amsterdam is advising residents to hang curtains outside windows to block sun and reduce indoor heat during a heatwave. Health experts recommend this simple hack, alongside national heatwave plans and urban cooling initiatives like fake trees and shadow art, to mitigate heat-related deaths and improve livability.
Over 20 lakh medical aspirants took the NEET-UG 2026 re-exam on Sunday after the original test was scrapped due to alleged paper leaks. Conducted with stringent security measures including biometric verification and CCTV, the exam saw mixed student reactions, with Physics being the toughest section. The day also witnessed entry disputes and controversies over dress codes, alongside heartwarming moments of support for a surgery-recovered student.
NEET-UG re-examination concluded with students finding the paper largely moderate, though Physics was noted as challenging. Over 22 lakh students participated under strict security measures, including CCTV and jammers, following the initial paper leak. The CBI is investigating the leak.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu's 'Maa Inti Bangaaram' grossed an estimated Rs 1.57 crore net on its third day, bringing the total India net collection to Rs 14.42 crore. The film maintained a steady performance with 39.9% overall occupancy on Sunday.
The Bank of Russia anticipates a GDP increase of 0.5% by the end of the first six months of 2026, according to Central Bank chief Elvira Nabiullina. The economy has already entered positive territory in April, with an estimated growth of 0.3% from January to April.
The Bank of Russia has reduced its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 14.25% per annum. The decision comes as economic growth continues at a moderate pace, with underlying price growth edging down, though lending growth has accelerated. The regulator noted that a more accommodative fiscal policy may necessitate a higher key rate path in the future.
Moderaterna vill reformera systemet för barn- och ungdomspsykiatrin (BUP) för att fler barn ska få hjälp tidigare. Förslaget innebär att första linjens psykiatri byggs ut, där exempelvis skolkuratorer kan hantera lättare psykisk ohälsa, medan BUP fokuserar på de svåraste fallen. Många regioner klarar idag inte vårdgarantin för barn.
An Israeli Ynet portal report suggests Iran has survived recent strikes and brought the US to its knees, exposing American weakness. The report criticizes a US-Iran deal set for June 19 as a strategic defeat for Israel and a failure for the US and moderate Sunni states.
Indonesia's $15 billion nutrition initiative for 83 million children and mothers faces controversy over weak oversight, budget transparency, and food safety. Three former nutrition agency leaders were arrested for alleged corruption related to operational kitchens, which have surged in number beyond initial plans.
Sverigedemokraterna vill ha hälften av ministerposterna, inklusive tre tunga, i en borgerlig regering. Detta kan splittra Moderaterna och stöta bort liberala storstadsväljare, särskilt kvinnor, som M-strategerna identifierat som viktiga. Ulf Kristersson tog en risk genom att lova regeringsbildning med SD.
Moderaterna framställer ett styre med Vänsterpartiet som ett värsta tänkbara scenario, men oppositionen ser inte sig som ett block. Artikeln menar att Moderaterna själva konstruerat uppdelningen och bör ta steg för att bryta låsningen om de menar allvar med sina varningar.
Justitieminister Gunnar Strömmer (M) möter både hyllningar och kritik. Trots minskat gängvåld syns ingen effekt på opinionen. Samarbetet med SD utmanar, liksom kritiken från Centrum för rättvisa. Regeringen drar tillbaka förslag om att fängsla 13-åringar.
SpaceX's IPO on Friday saw massive trading volume and a closing price above $160, resulting in a market capitalization exceeding $2.1 trillion. Despite initial concerns about retail allocation, the stock opened at $150 and closed nearly 20% higher, with analysts discussing its potential to redefine mega-cap stocks.
Statsminister Ulf Kristersson kritiseras för sin defensiva och bittra attityd inför valet. Hans strategi med Tidöpartierna har inte gett önskad effekt i opinionen, och han anklagas för att lägga skulden på journalister istället för att granska oppositionen. Framöver kan Moderaterna ställas inför valet mellan samarbete med Socialdemokraterna eller fyra år i opposition.
While AI data centers' water usage is a fraction of national totals, individual facilities can strain local supplies. Amazon reported 2.5 billion gallons globally in 2025, far less than US lawns or almond orchards. However, a Meta data center in Georgia uses 10% of its county's water, and many US data centers are in water-scarce areas.
Edvin Törnblom lanserar en ny intervjuserie för unga där han möter politiker. Tidigare statsminister Carl Bildt och Kristdemokraternas Nike Örbrink medverkar, liksom flera partiledare. Törnblom beskriver stämningen som "underbar och väldigt konstig".
The World Bank has reduced its 2026 global growth forecast to 2.5%, citing Middle East conflict, rising energy prices, and market uncertainty. India remains the fastest-growing major economy, projected at 6.6% for FY26-27.
Bitcoin ETFs have shed $2.1 billion in June, continuing a trend of outflows that has seen net assets decline significantly. Experts cite macroeconomic and geopolitical factors, including inflation and the US-Israel war, as key drivers, with differing views on the market's recovery.
Bitcoin ETFs have shed $2.1 billion in June, continuing a trend of outflows that has seen net assets decline by $33 billion since May 10. Experts cite macroeconomic and geopolitical factors, including the US-Israel war and inflation, as key drivers, with some predicting further volatility.
Nigel Farage faced criticism from Keir Starmer over his response to the murder of Henry Nowak, with Starmer accusing Farage of exploiting the tragedy to create division. Farage's claims of a 'two-tier culture' in the UK were contradicted by data showing Hampshire police stop and search black people more frequently than white people. The incident sparked a semi-riot in Southampton, leaving 11 police officers and a dog injured, which Farage refused to condemn.
Stockholms stad investerar 500M kr för att reducera CO2 med 30% inom 3 år via cykelvägar och elbussar.
Founders Fund launches 'MAFIA the GAME', a card game show featuring tech leaders like Sam Altman, Palmer Luckey, and Bryan Johnson, moderated by Mike Solana, to leverage infotainment for marketing and influence.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with heads of leading global news agencies at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. The two-hour discussion, organized by TASS, covered international issues including conflicts in Ukraine and Iran, and Russia's relations with various countries and blocs.
Reports suggest Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has resigned amid a brutal war with the US and Israel and internal power struggles with the IRGC. State media deny the claims, but the situation is turbulent following the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei and ongoing economic crises.
