Dwayne Bravo reflects on the growth of Major League Cricket (MLC) in its third season, highlighting improvements in quality, local talent, and fan engagement. He emphasizes the need for further investment to attract more American fans and develop infrastructure, including a new stadium in Los Angeles. Bravo notes the success of the USA national team at the T20 World Cup, indicating that the MLC system is working. He expresses optimism about cricket's future in the US, focusing on coaching and nurturing young talent to foster a love for the game.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the 50th anniversary of the Emergency in India, calling it a dark chapter in the nation's history. He emphasized the violation of constitutional values and the jailing of many during this period. Modi praised those who fought against the Emergency and announced the observance of June 25 as 'Samvidhan Hatya Diwas' to remember the struggles for democracy. Other leaders, including Rajnath Singh and JP Nadda, echoed similar sentiments, criticizing the Congress party for its actions during the Emergency and highlighting the importance of safeguarding democratic values.

Beijing has criticized the CIA for its attempts to recruit Chinese citizens through social media videos, labeling the efforts as "absurd" and "clumsy." The Ministry of State Security (MSS) described the CIA's recruitment campaign as an "amateurish gambit" and accused the US of paranoid delusions. The CIA's videos featured fictional narratives of Chinese officials contacting them over concerns about corruption. The MSS condemned the initiative as a political provocation and warned that attempts to incite betrayal among the Chinese people would fail. The campaign has drawn mockery on Chinese social media.

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Indian-origin Muslim and democratic socialist, has achieved a surprising victory in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary, leading with 43% of the vote against former governor Andrew Cuomo. Cuomo conceded after polls closed, acknowledging Mamdani's win. If confirmed, Mamdani would be the first Muslim and Indian American mayor of NYC. His campaign, appealing to younger voters with promises of free buses and universal childcare, received endorsements from progressives. Despite criticism of his experience, Mamdani defended himself, highlighting Cuomo's resignation amid scandal.