University of California faculty are urging the reinstatement of SAT/ACT math requirements for STEM applicants, citing a significant decline in student math skills since the tests were dropped. They argue current admissions practices fail to ensure readiness, forcing instructors to reteach basic math and jeopardizing the quality of STEM education.
The IPL 2026 Orange and Purple Cap races are set for a thrilling conclusion. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi leads the Orange Cap race, but Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan are close behind. Kagiso Rabada has taken the lead in the Purple Cap standings. The final match will decide the tournament’s top performers.
French Open 2026 witnessed two huge upsets as Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner crashed out of the tournament. Teenager Joao Fonseca stunned Djokovic in a five-set thriller after coming back from two sets down. Earlier, World No. 1 Sinner collapsed physically in extreme Paris heat and lost to Juan Manuel Cerundolo, ending his 30-match winning
A 17-year-old boy, Surya Pratap, died after being stabbed multiple times by his friend Asad in Ghaziabad’s Khoda Colony. The incident occurred following an argument, with the accused fleeing the scene. Police are investigating the motive and have formed teams to apprehend Asad.
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill spoke about Sai Sudharsan’s unusual back-to-back hit-wicket dismissals. Despite this, Gill and Sudharsan’s record partnership powered Gujarat Titans to a massive win. Gill’s century and Sudharsan’s quickfire fifty secured their place in the IPL 2026 final. The team’s strong understanding was a key factor in their success.
A British Sikh man was convicted of murder using a kirpan, sparking calls to ban the ceremonial dagger in public. Accusations of two-tier policing arose after officers handcuffed the dying victim, believing a false claim of racial abuse. The victim’s mother was convicted of aiding the killer. Investigations into police conduct are underway.
A 42-year-old man, struggling with unemployment and financial distress, allegedly died by suicide in Gandhinagar. He left a note warning his family about poisonous substances in the house, showing concern for his daughter’s safety. Police suspect the death occurred around May 22, with toxic pesticide packets recovered from the scene.
Riyan Parag praised Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after Rajasthan Royals’ IPL 2026 exit, saying the 15-year-old “doesn’t slog” and instead “calculates and plays his shots”. Sooryavanshi smashed 96 off 47 balls, but Gujarat Titans chased down 215 comfortably thanks to Shubman Gill’s 104 and Sai Sudharsan’s 58. Gujarat reached their third IPL final and will face RCB
Sharp rise in obesity, high blood sugar levels among Indian adults: Survey ThePrint
A Nebraska hotel theft complaint unraveled a child trafficking ring involving Gujarati-origin operators. Kavankumar Patel received a 10-year sentence for sex trafficking minors. Investigations revealed hidden cameras and exploitation of victims, with Falguni Choudhary allegedly watching forced sex acts. Authorities continue to pursue traffickers.
