Thursday Morning Online Reading Summary

PROJECT SYNDICATE -Shashi Tharoor, a former UN under-secretary-general and former Indian Minister of State for External Affairs and Minister of State for Human Resource Development, and a current MP for the Indian National Congress and Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs believes that over the past 12 years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has led significant advancements in economic modernization and state capacity in India, while simultaneously facing challenges regarding institutional integrity and minority inclusion.

As of June 10, 2026, he has become the longest-serving elected prime minister, surpassing Jawaharlal Nehru.

Modi's governance places him among the most influential leaders in India's post-independence era, shaping the country's trajectory for the 21st century alongside Nehru and Indira Gandhi.

His comprehensive record provides crucial insights into India's future development.

NEJM -Current guidelines advocate for the physiological assessment of intermediate coronary lesions to inform revascularization strategies.

This study presents data from an international, open-label, randomized trial involving 37 European sites.

Patients with 30 to 80% diameter stenosis were assigned to either vessel fractional flow reserve (vFFR)-guided or pressure-wire–based fractional flow reserve (FFR)-guided revascularization.

The primary outcome, evaluated in 2,211 patients, was a composite of death, myocardial infarction, or revascularization at one year.

Results showed events in 7.5% of both groups, confirming noninferiority of vFFR compared to FFR, with no significant difference in serious adverse events.

Thus, vFFR-guided revascularization is a viable alternative to FFR-guided methods for patients with intermediate coronary lesions.

JIM CRAMER’S MAD MONEY -POSITIVE: Medline, AST Spacemobile -NEGATIVE: Nuscale Power TALKING POINTS MEMO -The 2026 midterm elections could determine the future of birthright citizenship in the United States.

In its lead political briefing, the publication highlights comments by Vice President JD Vance, who said the composition of the next Congress will shape whether Republicans can advance legislation and constitutional arguments aimed at narrowing automatic citizenship for children born in the U.S.

TPM frames the issue as extending well beyond immigration policy, arguing it has become part of a broader conservative effort to redefine long-standing constitutional interpretations through both legislation and the courts.

The article suggests that the battle over birthright citizenship is likely to become one of the central constitutional and political issues of the 2026 campaign.

PUNCHBOWL NEWS -Speaker Mike Johnson is attempting to break a legislative logjam that has stalled key Republican priorities, including spending measures and elements of President Trump's domestic agenda.

With only a narrow House majority, Johnson must balance demands from conservative hardliners against the political realities of governing, while avoiding procedural setbacks that could further expose divisions within the GOP.

The publication notes that the coming weeks will test not only Johnson's leadership but also Republicans' ability to demonstrate effective governance ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

THE HILL -Two federal judges blocked new restrictions by the Trump administration on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, aimed at disqualifying public service workers from debt relief based on their employers’ legal purposes.

The rulings, issued by judges in Massachusetts and Washington, D.C., just before the new rules were set to take effect, were influenced by lawsuits from over 20 states and nonprofit groups claiming the changes targeted organizations supporting unpopular causes.

Judge Myong Joun ruled that the Education Department lacked legal authority and violated the First Amendment, while Judge Amir Ali also struck down the rule related to immigration advocacy.

The PSLF program, established in 2007, forgives loans for public service workers after ten years.

The rulings preserve the current PSLF program and represent further legal challenges for the Trump administration's efforts to alter federal student loan policy.

WOMEN’S WEAR DAILY - Chanel has officially acquired Charvet, a heritage shirtmaker, strengthening a relationship that dates back to Coco Chanel.

The acquisition aims to secure Charvet’s unique craftsmanship and legacy, particularly as both brands navigate their respective markets.

The collaboration was reinvigorated by artistic director Matthieu Blazy, who enlisted Charvet for his Chanel debut collection.

Charvet, founded in 1838 and known for its extensive range of shirtings, will continue its exclusive brand character under Chanel's ownership, with a focus on quality and maintaining its established identity.

Chanel's president Bruno Pavlovsky emphasized the importance of preserving Charvet's artisanal expertise and long-term viability without plans for global expansion.

DIGITIMES - Nvidia has teamed up with nuclear energy startup Valar Atomics to test a microreactor designed to power a small data center in Utah.

Announced on July 1, 2026, this collaboration aims to showcase how computing facilities, particularly those focused on artificial intelligence, can operate sustainably by conserving water.

The initiative reflects a growing interest in integrating innovative energy solutions like nuclear power into the tech industry, especially as the demand for AI computing resources escalates.

This partnership marks a significant step in merging advanced technology with environmental considerations, focusing on the practical application of nuclear energy in the burgeoning AI sector.

TECHCRUNCH - AOL has returned to public markets through its parent company, Bending Spoons, which debuted on the Nasdaq with an $18 billion valuation and saw a 40% increase by market close.

The Italian firm has focused on acquiring and revitalizi