French president Macron criticized Donald Trump’s inconsistent Iran policy, deeming military action to reopen the Strait of Hormuz unrealistic. Macron emphasized the need for de-escalation and renewed negotiations. Trump’s shifting stances on allies, escalation, and war objectives have drawn international and domestic criticism, with many nations hesitant to join US efforts.
World No. 2 American grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura criticised FIDE’s anti-cheating measures at the 2026 Candidates in Cyprus, calling them “complete nonsense.” He joked, “Are we like Mossad agents inside Iran or something?” Nakamura hasn’t raised concerns with FIDE, saying the fears are overblown. After four rounds, he has 1.5 points, sharing results with Anish Giri, Andrey
IPL founder Lalit Modi criticized franchise owners for public displays of anger after losses, contrasting them with football league professionalism. He questioned their focus on hype over long-term vision, infrastructure, and fan experience, urging a more patient and professional approach to enhance the league’s value.
Demis Hassabis secretly attempted to launch a high-frequency trading hedge fund within DeepMind, aiming to rival Jim Simons’ Renaissance Technologies. Google, however, shut down the project. This endeavor was part of DeepMind’s broader, ultimately unsuccessful, efforts to gain independence from Google’s control, leading Hassabis to believe in influencing decisions from within.
French President Macron has sharply criticised Donald Trump’s remarks about his marriage, deeming them “neither elegant nor up to standard.” Trump’s comments, made during a speech and a video, also targeted Nato allies. French political figures across the spectrum have condemned Trump’s personal attacks, emphasizing the gravity of global issues.
The Trinamool Congress has sharpened its attack on Union Home Minister Amit Shah ahead of his visit to West Bengal, recommending local non-vegetarian delicacies. This move aligns with the TMC’s campaign, which portrays the BJP as out of touch with Bengal’s cultural traditions, particularly regarding food habits.
US President Trump’s conflicting statements on the Iran conflict, suggesting both military success and potential escalation, have triggered global market volatility. Indian stocks initially plunged but recovered, while oil prices surged, impacting nations like Nepal and Bhutan. Precious metals and cryptocurrencies also saw significant declines amid heightened uncertainty.
