A 66-year-old Vadodara widow moved Gujarat High Court to revert to her Christian maiden name, citing difficulties in securing housing in non-Muslim localities due to her current Muslim name. The HC issued notices to state authorities, seeking a reply by Aug 27 on why her name change request was declined.
The US Indo-Pacific Command has reverted to its former name, US Pacific Command, a move seen as a signal to deter China and focus on the Western Pacific. While the Pentagon states operational impact is negligible, the command's vast area of responsibility and mission remain unchanged, with Taiwan's security a key concern.
Turkey/Türkiye's dismal World Cup performance, marked by two defeats and 62 shots without a goal, has led to their early exit. The article also touches on President Erdoğan's rebranding of the country's name and its potential cultural and linguistic implications.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has proposed changing its name to the Football Federation of Bharat (FFB). The proposal, accepted in a Special General Body Meeting, will now be sent to the Sports Ministry for final approval. The process also requires FIFA's consent.
A Change.org petition to rename Wabash Avenue "Barack Hussein Obama Ave." outside Chicago's Trump International Hotel & Tower has garnered over 23,000 signatures. Organizers cite inclusivity and resistance to punitive policies, while some supporters enjoy the prospect of irritating Donald Trump.
A US federal judge ruled that only Congress can alter the Kennedy Center's name or make renovations, blocking Trump's plans to close and rename the venue, leading Trump to cancel renovations and return control to Congress.
A Democratic congressional candidate has filed a lawsuit to halt the rebranding of Palm Beach International Airport to President Donald J. Trump International Airport, citing unconstitutionality and taxpayer waste.
Exclusive: Documents show Modella Capital, which bought the chain last year, is so far owed £2.9m in royalty feesThe investment company that owns the former WH Smith high street stores is charging the retailer millions of pounds in licence fees for the right to use its widely derided TG Jones name, the Guardian can reveal.Modella Capital – which bought the chain from WH Smith’s parent company last year – on Wednesday blamed weak consumer spending as it laid out a restructuring plan that could shut 150 of its 450 shops. It also said “the forced name change from WH Smith has also negatively impacted consumer awareness”. Continue reading...
Bakkt announced the deal in January, which was originally for 9.3 million shares, along with a corporate name change to Bakkt Inc.
