US Debt Crosses $40 Trillion for First Time

WASHINGTON, United States — The US debt has crossed $40 trillion for the first time, underscoring the growing pressure on Washington’s finances as rising interest costs, expanding social-safety-net spending and tax policy continue to widen the gap between federal revenues and expenditures.

Donald Trump Presses Fed for Lower Rates, Says US Should Pay Less

WASHINGTON, United States — President Donald Trump has renewed his criticism of the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate policy, arguing that the United States should be paying substantially lower borrowing costs despite solid economic data. Trump said Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh was doing a “great job” but questioned the policy positions of other members of the central bank’s board.

UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026: 80 Posts, Apply From August 22

NEW DELHI, India — The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 notification for 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner posts in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), under the Ministry of Labour & Employment. The notification was issued on August 19, 2026, while the online application window will open on August 22 and remain available until September 11, 2026.

Esports Nations Cup Postponed to November 2027 Amid Regional Uncertainty

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — The Esports Foundation (EF) has postponed the inaugural Esports Nations Cup from November 2026 to November 2027, citing an ongoing assessment of the wider regional situation and consultations with key stakeholders. The tournament was originally scheduled to be held in Riyadh and is expected to bring together national teams and esports stakeholders from more than 100 countries and territories.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Set to Return to Britain After Six Years in US

LONDON, Britain — Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly preparing to move back to Britain with their two children in the coming weeks, nearly six years after relocating to the United States. According to people familiar with the decision cited by The New York Times, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex plan to return as private individuals and will not resume roles as working members of the Royal Family.

India vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test 2026: Full Preview, Streaming, Teams and Head-to-Head

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — India and Sri Lanka are set to meet in the second and final Test of their 2026 series from August 23 to 27 at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) in Colombo. India lead the series 1-0 after a comprehensive 165-run victory in Galle and will now look to seal a series win while strengthening their position in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) campaign.