In 2016 The Governor of Ohio John Kasich becomes the 16th person to seek the nomination of the Republican Party.
Burundian presidential election, 2015 Voters in Burundi go to the polls for a presidential election amidst gunfire and violence with President Pierre Nkurunziza seeking a third term and opposition parties boycotting the election. At least two people have been killed in election violence.
Death of Sandra Bland Authorities in Waller County, Texas announce that the death of activist Sandra Bland in police custody will be treated as a murder investigation.
The Philippines The Philippines announces plans to increase its defense budget by 25% amid ongoing tension in the South China Sea.
Japan Hisao Tanaka stands down as the CEO of Japanese company Toshiba following a $1.2 billion accounting scandal.
Greek government-debt crisis timeline The government of Greece submits more legislation to the Hellenic Parliament required by its creditors to start a bailout package.