Iran claims US-Iran talks in Switzerland have led to the lifting of blockades, release of frozen assets, and a reconstruction plan. Pakistani and Qatari mediation is credited. The next key challenge is deconfliction in Lebanon.
Hong Kong's government is releasing reports and plans, including a five-year plan and a poverty alleviation strategy, coinciding with a visit from Beijing official Xia Baolong. While the city rose in competitiveness rankings, critics argue the government is redefining its work on poverty by discarding the income-based poverty line, obscuring the full scope of the issue.
K-pop group Stray Kids will release their new album "This & That" on August 7 and embark on a new world tour. The album follows their "Skz It Tape" project and includes a pre-release single "Run It." The group recently headlined the Governors Ball Music Festival and is slated for Rock in Rio.
Heeseung, formerly of K-pop group Enhypen, will debut as a solo artist named Evan with his single "Ride or Die" on Monday. He left the group in March and participated in songwriting, composition, and creative direction for the release, aiming to offer hope and comfort to listeners.
The Queensland government has announced its Gold Coast Transport Plan, proposing metro-style buses to connect southern suburbs from Coolangatta to Robina. This plan replaces the axed stage-four light rail and aims for completion before the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, with services running every 10 minutes.
The Queensland government has announced its Gold Coast Transport Plan, proposing metro-style buses as a replacement for the axed light rail stage 4. The "Gold Coast Surfer" aims to connect Coolangatta to Burleigh Heads and west to Robina, with services running every 10 minutes and a completion target of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. Costs and exact routes are still to be determined.
A survey by the Fair Tax Foundation reveals 67% of Britons want higher digital services taxes on global tech giants like Meta and Google to increase their UK tax contributions. The UK's 2% digital services tax, introduced in 2020, raised £800m in 2024-25 but faces criticism and US opposition.
CBSE has begun releasing Class XII re-evaluation results, covering 87% of candidates who requested a review. Revised marksheets are available on DigiLocker, with remaining results to follow. The process addresses issues arising from the new Online Scrutiny Module (OSM) which faced criticism for blurred scans and unmarked answers.
Donald Trump announced the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool will likely be drained for repairs due to algae blooms and peeling paint following a recent $14.2m renovation. He blamed vandalism for the issues, claiming several arrests were made, including Olympian David Hearn.
A new policy paper, 'The Productive State,' proposes a 'Manchesterism' approach, advocating for the government to take over failing utilities through a 'bonds for shares' scheme and establish state competitors. Authored by Mathew Lawrence, close to Andy Burnham, the blueprint aims to address the UK's productivity struggles and the cost of living crisis by treating essential services as public rights rather than revenue streams.
British Syrian activist Hassan Akkad has been released from a Damascus prison after four days of detention. He was arrested following a complaint by journalist Mousa al-Omar over social media criticism regarding financial pledges. The charges were dropped after al-Omar withdrew his complaint.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has started releasing revaluation results for Class 12 board exams, processing over 87% of applications on Sunday. Students can check their updated marks on the official CBSE website for admissions and academic purposes.
Activist group Lock the Gate analysis reveals coal companies may receive an extra $6.2bn in taxpayer refunds for diesel if half of proposed mine developments are approved. This comes as the Australian government faces pressure to cap a fuel tax credit scheme benefiting multinational miners.
Grimsby Town Football Club is mourning the loss of Alex Hughes, their player recruitment lead and son of former Manchester United striker Mark Hughes, who passed away at the age of 38. Hughes was a valued member of the club, contributing significantly to recruitment strategy and squad development.
Nihangs stormed a gurdwara in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag, took the manager hostage, and climbed onto the roof demanding the release of four members arrested after a clash in Karnaprayag. Police are deployed and attempting to resolve the standoff.
England players will decide whether to shake hands with Ghana's Thomas Partey, who faces rape charges, ahead of their World Cup match. Partey was denied entry to Canada but granted a US visa. Other World Cup players also face similar accusations.
Yash's highly anticipated film 'Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups' will be released worldwide on August 26, 2026. The actor announced the date via Instagram with a new poster, ending months of speculation about the film's timeline.
Le roi Charles III va publier sa fiche d'impôts pour 2024-2025, une première pour un monarque britannique. Cette décision, une demande du roi lui-même, vise la clarté et l'accessibilité, s'inscrivant dans les adaptations depuis son accession au trône. Ses revenus proviennent notamment du duché de Lancastre.
Scammers are targeting eager gamers with fake emails and websites offering early access to Grand Theft Auto VI. These fraudulent offers, often mimicking official communications with AI, aim to steal personal data, login credentials, or financial information by tricking users into downloading malware or providing sensitive details.
Netflix's new Korean drama 'Teach You a Lesson,' directed by Hong Jong-chan, has topped the platform's global non-English rankings for the week of June 1-7. Adapted from the webtoon 'Get Schooled,' the 10-episode series focuses on a vigilante unit addressing school violence and declining teacher authority.
LAPD released bodycam footage showing officers shooting and killing a dog in Canoga Park. Police responded to a noise complaint on June 13, mistaking cheering for screaming. The dog, Jameson, wearing a Knicks jersey, barked at officers before being shot four times.
An Indian captain, Ajay Pant, of a sanctioned Russian oil tanker intercepted in the English Channel has been arrested in the UK and charged with breaching sanctions. His family in India is appealing to the government for his release.
President Trump announced that the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool may need to be drained for repairs due to alleged vandalism, including the pouring of corrosive chemicals. Several arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
A 30-year-old man arrested for allegedly throwing a toddler into a zoo's crocodile enclosure in Cambridgeshire has been released on bail after being deemed unfit for interview. The toddler sustained serious injuries, including suspected fractures and a crocodile attack.
