The 2026 Commonwealth Games concluded in Glasgow, with Scotland formally handing over the ceremonial baton to India, marking the start of the countdown to the centenary 2030 Games in Ahmedabad. India finished fourth in the medal standings with 39 medals, despite a smaller contingent and reduced program.
Roy Kim, a 13-year-old Oregon student, developed a device using a Peltier Module to convert air moisture into water. This innovation provides a sustainable water source for drought-prone farmers and earned him a spot as a top 10 finalist in the 3M Young Scientist Challenge.
Xabi Alonso, Chelsea's new manager, is implementing his vision for the club during their pre-season tour in Australia. He emphasizes culture, squad balance with experienced players like Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson, and a deliberate approach, drawing on lessons from his past coaching experiences.
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule criticized senior Congress leader Nana Patole after a video surfaced showing Patole's supporters washing his feet during Gurupurnima, calling it part of Congress's 'culture'.
India's boxer Jaismine Lamboria, a gold medalist at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, will carry the national flag at the closing ceremony. The event will also feature the official handover to India, which will host the 2030 Games in Ahmedabad.
Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar, 36, discusses his acceptance of transitioning away from international cricket, crediting his family's support and his love for the game. He also highlights the IPL's role in developing fast bowlers and the vision of Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri.
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has become a right-wing culture war ambassador, profiting from anti-Black and anti-transgender sentiments within the WNBA. The article argues her rise is fueled by racial and gender dynamics, contrasting her reception with Black players and highlighting how her persona appeals to a "bro culture" audience.
New DNA analysis has revealed that the ancient Shimao civilization in Shaanxi, China (2300-1800 BC), routinely practiced human sacrifice based on a gendered belief system, with men and women sacrificed at different locations for varying reasons.
The European Central Bank is redesigning euro banknotes, launching a public survey that has garnered over 6 million votes on whether to feature cultural figures or wildlife. The new notes, aimed at enhancing security and European identity, are slated for circulation by 2030 or 2031, with the final design chosen in late 2026.
The public listing of Shanghai Jiushi Dongyu Culture, Sports & Tourism Group on the Shanghai Stock Exchange is viewed as a landmark precedent for China to experiment with a market-driven sports model. An industry expert believes this state-owned entity's consolidation of major international events will enhance the fan experience.
13-year-old Roy Kim from Oregon developed a device using a Peltier Module to convert atmospheric moisture into water, providing a sustainable irrigation solution for drought-affected farmers. His invention, producing 10ml in two hours, is a finalist in the 3M Young Scientist Challenge.
Chinese scholars, including Shanghai Academy of Natural Sciences president Lu Bai, discussed with Wired co-founder Kevin Kelly the challenges hindering China's scientific and tech progress, citing growing external resistance, a narrowing path for replication, and internal institutional rigidities.
La ministre de la Culture, Catherine Pégard, a annoncé l'envoi de deux circulaires aux préfets et magistrats pour renforcer les sanctions contre le délit d'entrave à l'expression artistique, suite à l'interruption du concert de Barbara Butch à Grenoble par des militants pro-palestiniens.
A report by the Institute for Fiscal Studies reveals 42% of 25-year-olds in Britain live with parents, up from 25% in the 1990s. Declining real earnings and housing affordability force young adults into 'kidulthood,' impacting independence and exacerbating inequality. The article calls for policy changes like social housing and stronger wages.
The Fifth Amendment protects against self-incrimination, a core U.S. criminal justice tenet with English common law roots. It's used in criminal, civil, and congressional hearings, exemplified by figures like Dr. Anthony Fauci and Donald Trump, and has become a cultural idiom.
Black and White brand full-cream evaporated milk, imported from the Netherlands, has been a crucial ingredient in Hong Kong's daily life for 85 years, particularly in milk tea and local diner culture, becoming a symbol of the city's culinary identity.
Après l'interruption du concert de Barbara Butch à Grenoble, la ministre de la Culture prépare deux circulaires pour renforcer l'application du délit d'entrave à l'expression artistique, avec des sanctions pour les perturbateurs.
Writers are adopting an 'anti-AI' style, emphasizing idiosyncrasy, first-person anecdotes, and deliberate imperfections to distinguish human writing from AI-generated content, potentially sparking a literary counterculture.
A 2016 U.S.-Mexico trade agreement requiring stricter production standards for avocado exports has led to a 10% reduction in nitrogen pollution in Mexican waterways, demonstrating how well-designed trade policies can drive environmental improvements.
Love Island UK's evolving dynamics reflect broader societal changes in gender roles in dating, with women increasingly taking the lead, yet traditional expectations and double standards persist.
Arsenal Women's team undergoes significant changes with seven new signings, including Georgia Stanway, as they aim to win their first Women's Super League title since 2019, driven by a renewed team culture and ambitious squad revamp.
Sydney’s Divine Playhouse, an LGBTQ+ inclusive arts space in a deconsecrated church, was evicted days after opening. Its operators say the move amounts to censorship and may lead to legal action.
The European Central Bank presented ten finalist designs for future euro banknotes, inviting public participation in a vote between "European culture" (featuring historical figures like Callas, Beethoven, Curie) and "nature" (symbolic birds and EU institutions). The new banknotes are expected to enter circulation from late 2026.
Crop nutrient content has declined for decades, prompting research into solutions. Regenerative agriculture, focusing on soil health, shows promise in boosting nutrient density in some studies, but faces skepticism regarding scalability and cost-effectiveness.
