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'I Never Paid Epstein for Women': Leon Black Breaks Silence on Why He Paid Jeffrey Epstein $158M

Billionaire investor Leon Black has testified before the House Oversight Committee, defending his $158 million payments to Jeffrey Epstein.

International Business Times UK

Senate college sports bill authors plan talks with House

The authors of a Senate college sports bill say it’s time to bring House Republicans and Democrats into discussions, as the clock is ticking to get the measure to President Donald Trump’s desk before the long August recess. Senate Commerce Committee ranking member Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., said the push to…

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‘Buy a funeral garland’: A gig worker vanishes after the Andhra police picked him up

For weeks, 55-year-old Gade Vijayalakshmi has lived in a state of suspended animation, running from pillar to post, searching police stations and mortuaries in Vijayawada for any sign of her 25-year-old son Sai Krishna.

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Bill Gates names three women he had affairs with in Epstein testimony about blackmail fears

Microsoft co-founder told House Oversight Committee he believes disgraced financier was plotting to extort him, newly-released transcript reveals

The Independent UK

Parliamentary panel to examine cases of domestic violence and remedies

A parliamentary committee will delve into critical issues affecting women, including domestic violence, trafficking, and the welfare of female inmates and health workers. Discussions will also cover gender budgeting and the implementation of the workplace harassment act. Established in 1997, this 30-member panel aims to uplift women's status, working collaboratively…

The Economic Times

Dubai to issue new public behaviour guidelines. What should tourists know

Dubai is set to formalize public conduct with new guidelines, aiming to bolster its image as a highly civilized global city. The Dubai Civility Committee unveiled a guidebook for public spaces and rules for celebrations, emphasizing community values and social responsibility. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to…

The Economic Times

Commons leaders pressed over ‘safeguards’ for public cash after Murrell crimes

Patricia Ferguson, the chair of the Scottish Affairs Committee, has written to both the Clerk of the House of Commons and the Speaker on the issue.

Evening Standard

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Joaquin Niemann Receives Two-Stroke Penalty For 'Serious Misconduct' At US Open

The LIV Golf star threw a club during round one, which the USGA deemed was a breach of its code of conduct

Golf Monthly

FED:KPMG flayed for 'insulting' refusal to hand over docs

The chair of a top-tier consultancy at the centre of a federal parliamentary inquiry has been castigated for denying the committee access to documents.

AAP

Chief Judge Pryor's Non-Order in the Eleanor Ross Judicial Misconduct Proceedings: Why It Is So Problematic and What Might Be Done About It

A guest post from Professor Arthur Hellman.

Reason

Fed begins Warsh era with rate hold, sees hike possible later in 2026

The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates but signaled a potential hike later this year due to inflation concerns. New projections show nine officials anticipate a rate increase by the end of 2026. The policy statement removed previous guidance on future rate moves, reflecting new Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh's influence.

The Economic Times

US Fed begins Warsh era by keeping rates on hold

A statement by the US central bank, the first under chairman Kevin Warsh, has removed any guidance about future interest rate moves.

AAP

Parliamentary panel moots higher education spending, says NEP's 6% GDP target unmet

A parliamentary committee has flagged current higher education funding as inadequate. It urges an increase to six percent of GDP, aligning with the National Education Policy-2020. The committee noted a lack of significant growth in enrollment ratios. The government stated allocations are based on departmental needs and within budget ceilings.

The Economic Times

Bill Gates admits that Epstein had ‘sensitive information’ about his extramarital affairs to launch pressure campaign

Microsoft co-founder details relationship with late sex offender in testimony to members of Congress

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Bill Gates continued meeting with Jeffrey Epstein years after the financier’s sex-crime conviction and now Congress wants answers

The closed-door interview before the House Oversight Committee makes Gates the latest high-profile figure to answer questions as part of the panel’s review of Epstein-related records

The Economic Times

Delhi court directs confiscated PACL assets be used for investor repayment

A Special Court has ordered the confiscation of properties belonging to PACL Limited. These assets will now be handed over to the Justice RM Lodha Committee. The committee will use these properties to benefit investors affected by the PACL scheme. This action follows a money laundering investigation by the Enforcement…

The Guardian - US

‘He was a master manipulator,’ Jeffrey Epstein assistant Lesley Groff testifies

Groff tells lawmakers ‘I am not a conspirator’ and that she had no knowledge of Epstein’s crimes while working for him

The National (Scotland)

SNP veteran warns against Westminster committee probe into Murrell scandal

A VETERAN SNP MP has urged a Westminster committee not to open an inquiry into the Peter Murrell embezzlement scandal ...

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GOP-led House committee asks DOJ to investigate two Epstein associates

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What's Next for Judge Eleanor Ross? A 2009 Impeachment May Provide Some Clues

A guest post from Professor Arthur Hellman

The Guardian - US

Pam Bondi admits to ‘redaction errors’ in Epstein files but defends DoJ’s handling

Ex-attorney general tells House committee she did not ‘lead every aspect’ of effort but rather delegated to Todd Blanche

The Economic Times

Manipur CM Y Khemchand Singh hails Centre's decision to form panel on demographic change

The Chief Minister of Manipur has praised the Union Government for establishing a High-Level Committee aimed at examining demographic changes throughout India.

Roll Call

Prediction markets put under spotlight by House Oversight panel

Prediction markets are under new scrutiny from Congress as lawmakers mull a ban on members betting on the platforms. The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee officially launched an investigation Friday into insider trading on the platforms, spurred by suspicious bets on the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and…

Evening Standard

Clean power by 2030 target ‘extremely ambitious’, MPs warn

The Scottish Affairs Committee has also urged the UK Government to introduce a flat rate for electricity standing charges across the UK.

The Independent UK

Republicans push to extend daylight savings and stop clock switching

House Republicans on the Energy and Commerce Committee have considered adopting the Sunshine Protection Act after the president renewed a push for it last year

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