Markets
'I didn't speak the Queen's English': Why people worry about their accents
A survey on attitudes towards accents suggests that so-called "accent bias" is still an issue in many workplaces.
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2026-08-23
192 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
Global
'New season, new trim' - Haaland reveals buzzcut
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland reveals his new buzz cut on social media.
Global
'We're not going to run from it': Sydney Marathon laughs off medal error
Runners will receive a medal at the 2026 Sydney Marathon with an engraving of a German stadium.
California
'Yellowstone' copyright lawsuit accuses Taylor Sheridan of stealing show's concept
A federal lawsuit claims that Taylor Sheridan stole the idea for 'Yellowstone' from a pitch sent to his representatives in 2016.
Global
2 rescued off India's eastern coast after distress alert from Panama-flagged cargo ship
A search and rescue operation is underway off India’s eastern coast after a distress alert and loss of contact with a Panama-flagged cargo ship
Culture
A First Look At Sézane’s “New Era” Autumn Collection
Vogue hears from Sézane founder Morgane Sezalory about the brand’s new era. Expect trenches, denim and suede accessories aplenty.
Culture
A Step-by-Step Guide to HBO Max: Here’s What to Watch & How to Get the Streaming Service for Free
Here's what you need to know about streaming The Pitt , House of the Dragon , Euphoria , The Last of Us and other hit originals online for free.
Global
A US envoy clarifies his comments on Golan Heights that contradicted Trump's position
The U.S. special envoy to Syria and ambassador to Turkey has clarified his comments on Israel's occupation of the Golan Heights
Culture
Aardman’s Peter Lord and David Sproxton: ‘At the Oscars, I went to the gents and had a pee with Jack Nicholson!’
The studio’s co-founders on accidentally creating Morph, not wanting a yacht in the Maldives and being each other’s best ally Peter Lord and David Sproxton are the founders of Aardman Animations. The pair began animating as teenagers, selling their first short – starring a superhero called Aardman – to the BBC’s Vision On in 1972. In 1977, they created Morph for the children’s programme Take Hart. The studio’s breakthrough into adult audiences came via Channel 4’s Conversation Pieces series, and its animators, including a young Nick Park, went on to make Wallace & Gromit, whose films have won multiple Academy Awards. Aardman became employee-owned in 2018, with Lord and Sproxton transferring majority ownership to staff to safeguard the company’s independence. They were knighted earlier this year. Continue reading...
Global
Abbott dismisses GOP worries, says Texas voters will be 'rushing to vote' for Paxton
Abbott also spoke with ABC News’ Jonathan Karl about Trump’s job performance.
Technology
After 10 years at United, CEO Scott Kirby is thinking big about the future of his airline from JFK to AI
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby talked to CNBC in a wide-ranging interview about his proposed airline megadeals, AI and the future of the carrier.
Technology
After more than 15 years of laptops in the classroom, do Australian schools need a rethink?
‘We don’t want distraction, we want concentration’: many teachers and parent groups think its time for a ‘digital detox’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Earlier this month, the federal education minister, Jason Clare, took to Facebook. “When I was a kid there was a computer room at school. Now they are everywhere. From morning till night,” he wrote . “I think there is a good argument our kids need a digital detox.” Since that post, as the minister told ABC News Breakfast last week, he has been “inundated” with support from parents and teachers. Continue reading...
Technology
An AI ‘debt bomb’ crisis? No. This isn’t Enron 2.0 | Gene Marks
Fears of a datacenter buildout debt crisis are exaggerated. The risks are different than in the past and they are recoverable Some experts are warning of a looming “debt bomb” crisis because big datacenter builders such as Meta , Oracle , xAI and CoreWeave are not only raising billions to construct these facilities but are also not recognizing these long-term debt obligations on their balance sheets. Should we be concerned? No. I know because I’ve seen this movie before. Continue reading...
Technology
Anna Paquin and Melissa Gilbert Call for Protection of Child Actors After Hayden Panettiere’s Death: “Where Is the Collective Outrage?”
Panettiere, who started working in Hollywood at a young age with roles in 'One Life to Live' and 'Remember the Titans,' among others, died last Sunday at age 36.
Science
Artemis II crew to receive top US space medal for historic lunar journey
Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen broke record for farthest distance traveled from Earth The crew of the historic Artemis II lunar flyby mission have earned the US’s top space medal, officials have announced. Cmdr Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover, and mission specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen are set to receive the Congressional Space Medal of Honor on 28 August, the US space agency Nasa said . Continue reading...
Science
As the Clancy case highlights postpartum psychosis, a mom stricken by it shares her story of hope
About two weeks after giving birth, Bridget María Chesterton was curled up on the bathroom floor, saying things that made little sense
Culture
As the Lindsay Clancy case highlights postpartum psychosis, a mom stricken by it shares her story of hope
Researchers estimate that the condition — a mental health emergency that is less common than postpartum depression — afflicts 1 to 2 out of 1,000 women after delivery.
California
Barabak: Ripple or blue wave? This race will test Democratic strength in November
The contest in Nevada's 2nd Congressional District should be a shoo-in for Republicans. But a problematic candidate, inflation and Trump's unpopularity give Democrats not far-fetched hopes for a massive upset.
Technology
Bebe Cave: Swoon review – dazzling portrait of marginalised muses and the male gaze
Pleasance Dome, Edinburgh Smart, slapstick and silly, this chaotic multicharacter comedy sends up the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood Some of the most revered works of art across history feature women as their primary focus. But though they might appear as favoured subjects, so often these women are relegated to the margins, their stories untold as they remain silent and often sexualised via the male gaze. In her new multicharacter comedy Swoon, Bebe Cave interrogates the role of the muse and what it means to be seen yet never heard. We initially meet Cave as Elizabeth Siddal – or Lizzie – who was immortalised as Ophelia by John Everett Millais in the mid 19th century, also becoming a popular model for several other pre-Raphaelite artists. Continue reading...
Culture
Betye Saar obituary
Artist whose assemblages of found objects explored racism, ritual and religion In 1972, Betye Saar , who has died aged 99, was invited to take part in a group exhibition of Black artists at the Rainbow Sign community centre in Berkeley, California. In selecting what to show, Saar reached for a figurine of Aunt Jemima from her collection of kitschy trinkets. She placed the mop-carrying breakfast brand character in a glass-fronted box, invoking a religious icon, and added a toy rifle to the other hand. “My intent was to transform a negative, demeaning figure into a positive, empowered woman … a warrior ready to combat servitude and racism,” Saar said. The impact of the Liberation of Aunt Jemima was such that the activist Angela Davis credited it as instrumental in launching the fight for Black female power. More works appropriating racist imagery followed in the same year, each equally vis
Technology
Big Thief Debut New Triple Album, Horsepower, Live in Nashville
The 29-song album was performed in full at the Ryman Auditorium alongside special guests Lucinda Williams, Gillian Welch, Iris DeMent, and more
Technology
Boston Symphony Orchestra and musicians extend contract for 48 hours, a sign they may avert strike
The Boston Symphony Orchestra and its musicians have agreed to a 48-hour extension of their collective bargaining agreement
Technology
Box Office: ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Triumphs Again in Fourth Weekend With $39 Million, ‘Insidious 6’ Launches to $25 Million
Long may Peter Parker reign! Sony’s Marvel adventure “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” continues to dominate at the box office, collecting $39 million in its fourth weekend of release. Despite a smattering of newcomers, Spidey remained at No. 1 ahead of another Sony release, “Insidious: Out of the Further.” Much lower down on box office charts […]
Technology
Bret Michaels Cancels All 2026 Tour Dates for ‘Rest and Recovery’ After Recent Surgeries
"I may have just chosen to go sooner than I should have," singer writes after comeback show following kidney stone removal. "We will come back better than ever"
Technology
Buc-ee's chain draws outcry in Ohio for launching fight over mini mart's beaver logo
Gas station giant Buc-ee’s has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits
Technology
Caitlin Clark Trades in Basketball Sneakers for Lace-Up Prada Pumps in New York
The point guard was seen alongside her fellow Indiana Fever teammates.
Global
Carney warned about economic coercion. Now Trump is testing the Canadian prime minister
For Carney, the showdown is the clearest test yet of his argument that middle powers must stand up to economic pressure from great powers such as the United States and China, even when it comes at a cost.
Global
Central African Republic shuts down collapsed gold mining site that killed more than 100
The Central African Republic's government has closed a gold mining site after it collapsed, killing over 100 people
Technology
Charlize Theron Reflects on ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ a Decade Later: “There’s a Deep Connection to This Film”
At a special 'Fury Road' screening, the star acknowledged how iconic her character has become, so much so that she now meets young children named Furiosa: "The weirdest thing ever."
Technology
China abruptly postpones ambitious Chang’e-7 lunar mission launch
Chang’e-7 was to carry out explorations including searching for water ice.
Markets
Cleanup Underway After Tornadoes Touch Down in Delaware and New York’s Long Island
Cleanup efforts and damage assessment were underway Friday in Delaware’s capital and on Long Island, New York, after tornadoes touched down during storms that battered the Northeast with heavy rains and left dozens of people stranded in their cars during …
Global
CrossCountry cancels 'almost all' UK services after power cut
Customers say the disruption to virtually all UK CrossCountry services is the "worst case scenario".
Technology
Curiosity Blog, Sols 4982–4987: Back to Our Regularly Scheduled Programming
By Allison Dries-Padilla, Missions Operations Specialist at Malin Space Science Systems Earth planning date: Friday, Aug. 14, 2026 This week of Curiosity Mars rover operations takes us back to our “regularly scheduled programming.” After taking a slight detour to investigate the “erosional surface” we are back on course to ascend Mount Sharp. As we transition […]
Global
DR Congo and M23 rebels agree roadmap for peace talks
Representatives met in Switzerland to work out next steps to resolve the conflict.
Technology
Deep Cuts, Hits, and a Choir: Foo Fighters’ Hollywood Bowl Debut Sends Off Gustavo Dudamel With a Bang
The band also paid tribute to late drummer Taylor Hawkins in a short, effective set
Technology
Democratic House leader Jeffries meets with Jared Kushner as midterms loom
Democrats are currently favored to win a majority in the House of Representatives after November's elections.
Global
Democrats incredulous over Hakeem Jeffries and Jared Kushner meeting
Critics include Senator Chris van Hollen, ex-aide to Obama Tommy Vietor and ex-Republican congressman Adam Kinzinger Democrats and other Donald Trump critics reacted incredulously to a New York Times report on Sunday that House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries met with Jared Kushner, the president’s influential son-in-law, to discuss possible areas of collaboration. The reported meeting comes months ahead of the November midterm elections in which Democrats are favored to retake the US House, a development that would make Jeffries speaker. If they are in the majority, Democrats are expected to use their oversight power to aggressively investigate the Trump administration, including self-enrichment by the president and his family. Continue reading...
Technology
Doctors said I was too young to have endometriosis at 13 - I had to take morphine to cope
Grace, 14, feels doctors were dismissive of her pain. She wants others to know the symptoms.
Culture
Dolly Parton Says She’s Exploring ‘Avatar Performances’
"I am dealing with some health issues that I just didn't pay attention to when I was watching over Carl," Parton said.
Technology
Dozens of co-ordinated arson attacks hit southern Thailand
No group has claimed responsibility for the attacks, which the military said "aimed at creating unrest".
Technology
Dr. Dre Says the Only People Who See AI as a Threat Are Those ‘Who Have Trouble Creating’
Dr. Dre, the legendary hip-hop producer and performer, sees AI as another tool in the music-tech toolbox akin to synthesizers — and asserted that only people “who have trouble creating” are afraid of AI. Dre, founder of the Aftermath record label and co-founder and CEO of Apple’s Beats, said that he doesn’t see AI “as […]
Culture
Drake’s Appearance at Ella Langley’s Show Has Fans Wondering About a Collab
Drizzy recently praised the country star on social media.
Technology
Drive-in cinemas are rare these days. But the last one in Melbourne’s north still draws a faithful crowd
The drive-in demands little of its audience. You can lie down, bring your dog and talk without fear of being hushed. Mridula Amin spent a night at one of the last of a dying breed Between a funeral parlour and a sink factory, a queue of cars slowly disappears down a driveway. Most arrive with plenty of time to spare – to turn their backseats into beds, tune their radios to the film audio and let children play on the bitumen or finish their takeaway dinner. By the time darkness falls, hundreds of cars are pointed towards a screen that has outlived almost every other drive-in in Melbourne. “There’s something about watching a film under the stars, in the night air,” says Michael O’Neill, a car detailer who lives in Echuca, a five-hour return trip from the Coburg Drive-In. Continue reading...
Global
ECB investigating England bowler Brydon Carse for 'nightclub incident'
The ECB is investigating after videos circulating online appear to show England bowler Brydon Carse being led away from a nightclub in handcuffs.
Technology
Ebola day 100: why this outbreak could become the deadliest in history – video explainer
More than 2,000 people have died from Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since the first case of this epidemic was recorded in May. The Guardian's global health correspondent, Kat Lay, spoke to CDC Africa's Yap Boum II to understand why health teams on the ground are struggling and what is being put in place to try to contain the spread Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo now deadliest in country’s history Continue reading...
Technology
Eight-year-old dies after contracting rare brain-eating amoeba in Louisiana
Lillian Smart of Ruston infected with fatal Naegleria fowleri , likely after swimming in Lake Claiborne, health officials say An eight-year-old Louisiana girl has died after contracting a rare, typically fatal brain-eating amoeba after a swim in Lake Claiborne. Lillian Smart, of Ruston, died on Saturday, one day after celebrating her birthday, her family announced in a public Facebook post on the “Love for Lillian” page . Continue reading...
Technology
Equal-weight S&P 500 is leading the 2026 market and its flagship trade just hit $100 billion
Money is flooding into equal-weight stock market ETFs this year. Investing experts say it's not a fad.
Global
Families of two police officers killed in crash say they were heroes
PC Matthew Blades and PC Tom Clough died after a car, whose five occupants were also killed, collided with their vehicle.
Culture
Fans Choose ENHYPEN’s ‘THE SIN : BLISS’ as This Week’s Favorite New Music
The K-pop heavyweights’ eighth mini album brought in nearly 73% of the vote.
Global
Fast-moving wildfire in Reno, Nevada, forces thousands to evacuate homes
Hawk fire has covered more than 13,000 acres as blaze approaches University of Nevada campus in Reno A fast-moving Nevada wildfire exploded to more than 13,000 acres (5,200 hectares) early on Sunday, pushing from the Sierra foothills toward the center of Reno and forcing nearly 42,000 residents to evacuate as flames threatened neighborhoods and reached the edge of the University of Nevada campus. The Hawk fire’s “GO NOW” evacuation zone had expanded to the edge of the university campus as strong, gusty winds, low humidity and dry vegetation fueled the blaze, according to Truckee Meadows fire and Rescue in Reno. An additional 45,000 people were in the evacuation warning zone, and encouraged to leave now and be prepared to stay away for several days to clear the roads for first-responders. Continue reading...
Global
France links sharp rise in drownings to heatwaves
A government minister says people have been taking risks by going into the water, with 301 deaths since 19 June.
Culture
From Sophia Loren to Monica Bellucci, 19 Times Italian Bombshells Ruled the Venice Film Festival
From Sophia Loren to Monica Bellucci, we look back at the Venice Film Festival’s most stylish attendees from decades past.
Global
Frustration builds in US city struggling without power for 12 days
In the town of Gary, where a third of residents live in poverty, people say they have been living in "survival mode".
Technology
GTA VI: all the news on Rockstar’s next entry in the Grand Theft Auto series
It’s been over a decade and two console generations since GTA V came out, and its sequel is still a work in progress. GTA VI has faced multiple delays, with developer Rockstar Games bumping back its predicted release date twice, first to May 26th, 2026, then again to November 19th, 2026, a full year after […] It’s been over a decade and two console generations since GTA V came out, and its sequel is still a work in progress. GTA VI has faced multiple delays, with developer Rockstar Games bumping back its predicted release date twice, first to May 26th, 2026, then again to November 19th, 2026 , a full year after its originally planned release window of fall 2025, and facing accusations of union busting after firing more than 30 employees. Now, preorders have opened for the digital code-only game, offering the $79.99 standard edition and $99.99 Ultimate Edition on both PS5 and Xbox S
Global
Girl, 17, killed in Swedish sword attack, police say
Two boys aged 12 and 17 were also injured, while an 18-year-old suspect has been detained.
Global
Golf brand apologises for advert that shows woman being pushed over
Content creator Good Good apologises and removes an advert that shows a woman being pushed to the ground as she reached for a man's golf club.
California
Governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state, indicted by U.S., steps down from office — again
Gov. Rubén Rocha Moya of Mexico's Sinaloa state announced Saturday he is once again taking leave — a day after returning to office following a months-long absence after being indicted in the United States on drug-trafficking and other charges.
Technology
Grace Passô’s ‘Our Secret’ Nabs the Best Film Kikito at the 54th Gramado Film Festival
GRAMADO, Brazil — “Our Secret” (“Nosso segredo”), the first feature from Grace Passô, nabbed the best feature film Kikito award at the Aug. 22 closing ceremony of the 54th Gramado Film Festival. The feature also scooped cinematography (Wilssa Esser) and art direction (Lucas Osório) plaudits. Passô, an established playwright and also actress, directed and wrote […]
Technology
Grand Theft Auto VI exists in its own universe
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on GTA VI and the state of the video game industry, follow Andrew Webster. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started Four years ago, fans […] This is The Stepback , a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on GTA VI and the state of the video game industry, follow Andrew Webster . The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here . How it started Four years ago, fans got a long-awaited look at Grand Theft Auto VI with a huge cache of videos that showed off Rockstar's latest open-world epic. There were 90 videos in total, providing a glimpse at the next-generation take on Vice City, introducing the game's new dual protagonists, and gene
Technology
Hayden Panettiere’s Mom Blasts Gayle King and Megyn Kelly’s Criticisms of Her in Wake of Daughter’s Death
Lesley Vogel slammed their respective remarks, saying she's "very, very hurt and deeply disappointed."
Technology
He was waiting for his son to return from the USS Lincoln. Then Border Patrol arrested him.
The father of a man serving on the USS Abraham Lincoln has been arrested by immigration authorities
Technology
He was waiting for his son to return from the USS Lincoln. Then Border Patrol arrested him.
Luis Manuel Aviles, 48, was arrested after leaving his house to take his car to the mechanic, according to his wife, Argelia Aviles. She said her husband, a handyman in Key West, Florida, has a permit to work in the United States.
Technology
Here are the 2 big things we're watching in the stock market this week
Nvidia reports earnings, and Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is set to deliver his first Jackson Hole speech.
Technology
Here’s What Dr. Dre Really Thinks About AI in Music
The legendary producer’s perspective may come as a surprise.
Technology
Holding election in wartime would risk destroying Ukraine, says Zelenskyy
President sharply criticises proposal, saying ‘elections right now are a tsunami for the state that will split Ukraine’ Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said holding elections in Ukraine during wartime would risk splitting the country at a time when Russia is amassing ballistic missiles and considering whether to mobilise an extra 300,000 soldiers. The Ukrainian president, responding for the first time to a demand made by the sacked former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, sharply criticised an idea that he said was impractical given Russia appeared to have no interest in a ceasefire. Continue reading...
Culture
How Sophie McIntosh Wrote ‘Benevolent,’ One of the Most Bracing Plays of the Year
The playwright speaks to Vogue about drawing inspiration from New York’s old reformatory homes, why she still believes in content warnings, and what it means for a play to be truly “political.”
Global
How easy is it to find an NHS dentist? It depends where you live
Nearly 600 practices in England have withdrawn from NHS dentistry over the last 10 years, as the service heads towards a two-tier system.
Markets
How to get £2,000 to play computer games at university
Roehampton University offers students a year;y scholarship to play esports alongside their studies.
Global
Human-caused wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands of evacuations
The Hawk Fire began Saturday and quickly grew to 20 square miles as it spread across the Peavine Peak area of the Humboldt–Toiyabe National Forest, where rugged foothills are ringed by homes and businesses near the California state line.
Technology
I tested 15 pairs of women's running shoes over five months. These are my favorites for every type of surface and runner
Over five months, I evaluated shoes from On, Nike, Adidas, Hoka and more to find out which belong on your next road or trail run The 13 best pairs of women’s shoes for the office, vetted by style professionals Our top running essentials for beating the heat Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things Finding the right running shoes is overwhelming if you’re not sure what to look for. Footwear can make or break your run, and there are a sea of options – from sleek carbon-plated racers to aggressive rubber-lugged trail runners. As a lifelong athlete whose running ranges from holiday-themed 5Ks to trail races in the mountains, I’ve learned that footwear is the most important part of a runner’s gear setup. I am constantly looking for the best pair of shoes to help each run feel enjoyable. All our running shoe picks, in detail How I tested women’s ru
Technology
If all car tyres were filled with CO2, would this cut atmospheric carbon significantly?
The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions probes an intriguing scientific question in relation to the climate emergency Readers reply: Is it inevitable that consumerism will literally fill up the planet? If all the vehicles on the planet had their tyres pumped up with CO 2 , would this lock up enough carbon to lower the amount in the air significantly? Would there be other issues, such as the carbon cost of trapping it all into the tyres? Chris Coldwell, Lancaster Post your answers (and new questions) below or send them to nq@theguardian.com . A selection will be published next Sunday. Continue reading...
Culture
Indonesian police arrest 72 people suspected of starting forest fires
Indonesia has been battling fires driven by an intensifying El Niño pattern and a prolonged dry season, generating dense smoke that crossed into Malaysia, according to Indonesia's National Disaster Management Agency.
Global
Iran official says support for new sanctions would be 'act of war'
The U.S. has vowed to impose an “unprecedented” level of economic warfare.
Markets
Iran official says support for new sanctions would be an 'act of war,' and other Middle East news
The head of Iran’s top security body says Tehran will see any country’s support for new U_S_ economic measures against the Islamic Republic as an “act of war."
Global
Iran's president says U.S. memorandum is best path out of stalled war, and other Middle East news
The new head of Iran's top security body warned Sunday that Tehran will see any country's support for new U.S. economic measures against the Islamic Republic as an "act of war," while Iran's president defended a memorandum of understanding with the U.S. as the best way out of the stalled conflict.
Technology
Iran-linked hackers behind cyber attack that shut down power plant, reports say
The government says at no point was there a risk to the UK's energy system during the attack in July.
Global
Iran’s president says country faces ‘many problems’ as US ramps up sanctions
Tehran’s acknowledgment of economic hardships comes a day before US expected to announce further measures Authorities in Tehran have acknowledged that the Iranian people are facing “many problems” as the US intensifies its efforts to isolate the country’s economy with a range of sanctions that Donald Trump has called “the most crushing economic operation ever taken against any country”. Speaking on Sunday, Iran’s president, Masoud Pezeshkian, said Trump had thrust his country into “a full-scale economic, military and security war”. “I understand we have many problems in society right now. We are trying to prevent these as much as we can,” he said in a speech broadcast on state television. Continue reading...
Science
Is a French Sunday the secret to a healthier, happier life? | Polly Hudson
The idea of being deliberately unproductive is certainly tempting. The only concern is that you might enjoy it too much ... They know what they’re doing when it comes to kissing, toast and horns, so get ready for a French Sunday. A new theory suggests that embracing this intriguing-sounding strategy might just be the secret to life, and, more importantly, to dreading Monday less. Apparently in France the Sabbath really is a complete day of rest; not for the French any running of errands, cleaning or batch cooking. Rather than trying to do everything, they do nothing. And the hypothesis is that the French Sunday – or le dimanche français , as nobody is calling it – is transformative, and stamps out the Sunday Scaries for good. Continue reading...
Markets
I’m turning 70. Here’s how I’m making this decade the richest of my retirement.
Tweaking my finances, work and life as I go from the “go-go” years to the “slow-go” years.
Global
Jeffries, Kushner met to discuss potential areas of common ground: Sources
Jared Kushner continues to serve as an outside adviser to the president.
Markets
Judge Narrows Ben & Jerry’s Suit Accusing Unilever of Silencing Social Activism
A federal judge on Friday dismissed major portions of a Ben & Jerry’s lawsuit accusing its former parent Unilever of trying to silence the ice cream maker’s social activism, dismantle its board and stop funding its namesake foundation. U.S. District …
Markets
Jumpy bond markets make it clear: Trump risks driving US into debt crisis | Heather Stewart
Treasury secretary Scott Bessent’s attempt to calm bond markets is a sign of weakness not strength “Look, there’s nothing magic about that $40tn number,” the US Treasury secretary, Scott Bessent, told CNBC insouciantly last week, as the country’s debt mountain surpassed another bleak record. Yet Bessent’s decision to intervene in government bond markets in an effort to combat soaring yields belied his studied calm in TV interviews – and reignited fears the US may be on the road to a debt crisis. Continue reading...
Culture
KATSEYE Achieves First No. 1 Album on Billboard 200 With ‘WILD’
Plus, Phoebe Bridgers earns her first solo top 10 with Lost Weekend bowing at No. 2.
Technology
Katseye Earns First No. 1 on Albums Chart; Phoebe Bridgers Debuts at No. 2
Katseye has scored their first No. 1 on the Billboard 200 as their latest project “Wild” debuts atop the list. “Wild,” the five-track offering led by the singles “Pinky Up” and “Hootie Frutti,” bows at the chart’s summit with 170,000 equivalent album units, marking their biggest week by that metric and by pure album sales […]
Markets
Kazakhstan votes in a parliamentary election expected to strengthen president’s grip on power
Kazakhstan is voting in a parliamentary election that is expected to further strengthen President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s grip on power in Central Asia’s largest nation
Global
Kazakhstan votes in a parliamentary election expected to strengthen president’s grip on power
Kazakhstan voted Sunday in a parliamentary election that is expected to further strengthen President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s grip on power in Central Asia’s largest nation
Global
Kejelcha breaks men's half marathon world record by 29 seconds
Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha breaks the men's half marathon world record in a time of 56 minutes 51 seconds in a World Athletics road race in Buenos Aires.
Culture
King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard Bring Out Max Weinberg at Forest Hills Stadium
The E Street Band drummer filled in for his son Jay Weinberg, who has become a recurring guest with the band.
Technology
Kobe Bryant’s Upgraded Nike Kobe 3 Protro Got a New Surprise Release in Time for His Birthday
Details on the Nike Kobe 3 Low Protro Crewnshaw sneaker.
Global
Landslide at waste mound in Guinea capital kills 30, government says
Dump site in Conakry, which minister had just promised to move, collapsed after heavy rain in west African state A landslide at a huge waste dump in Guinea’s capital has killed 30 people, the government said on Sunday, after heavy rains overnight prompted it to collapse, engulfing nearby tents and shacks. The incident occurred less than a week after the government announced plans to close the site and relocate the waste because of the threat it posed, especially during the rainy season, which causes landslides and fatal flash floods each year in crowded, underdeveloped cities across parts of West Africa. Continue reading...
Markets
Les used a QR code to download a parking app - but it was a scam
Scammers set up a monthly subscription of £60 from Les Howard's account after he downloaded an app.
Technology
Leslie Parrish, Actress in ‘Li’l Abner’ and ‘The Manchurian Candidate,’ Dies at 90
She also appeared in 'Three on a Couch,' 'For Love or Money' and 'Batman' before becoming a passionate antiwar activist and conservationist.
Technology
London’s low emission zone is working – so why are cities around the world so cautious about clean air?
Similar initiatives have been launched from Barcelona to Bogotá, but they have misinformation, political pressure and vested interests stacked against them Ten years ago, Alastair Harper was an advocate for young people’s health sitting in a stuffy meeting room in London planning an air pollution campaign. “My phone started buzzing,” he said. “I took the call, and then told the room I needed to leave immediately. “I had to get to UCLH [one of London’s major hospitals]. My own child was headed there in a blue-lit ambulance because she was struggling to breathe London’s toxic air.” Continue reading...
Technology
Lululemon Promotes China Head to Lead APAC, Hires Former Louis Vuitton Executive for Regional Role
The appointments cement a unified APAC leadership structure.
Global
Man arrested travelling to France after London fire left one dead and eight injured
A 34-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of murder following a fatal fire in Hounslow.
Technology
Mark Ruffalo Called Out Over ‘Extremist and Antisemitic Messaging’ by Simon Wiesenthal Center, Creative Communities For Peace
Two prominent Jewish advocacy groups have called out Mark Ruffalo for spreading “antisemitic tropes.” “Words matter, and so does the willingness to draw a line when legitimate debate gives way to antisemitic tropes,” said Jim Berk, CEO of the Simon Wiesenthal Center. “We commend Paramount for speaking clearly and refusing to allow prejudice to masquerade […]
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Mark Ruffalo Rejects Paramount’s Claim His Anti-Merger Comments Were “Antisemitic”: “My Views Should Never Be Interpreted as Hostility Toward Jewish People”
The actor and staunch opponent to the David Ellison-led studio's $111 billion deal for Warner Bros. recently took aim at Ellison's father Larry Ellison and his company Oracle's ties to the Israeli military.
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Martin Short Gets Honest: What It’s Like to Be All Over the Emmy Race, Thanks to Three Very Different Projects
Martin Short is having quite a unique Emmy season, and he knows it. His name is all over this year’s nominations, via three very distinct projects: As an actor, he’s nominated for outstanding comedy lead via Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building.” (He also has a comedy series nom for the show as an executive […]
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Mayors to get powers to overrule local councils on planning decisions
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook said the change was "essential" for helping mayors "effectively deliver new homes".
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Melania Trump Goes Trackside in Crisp Black-and-White Tailoring at Freedom 250 Grand Prix
The first lady joined President Donald Trump for the inaugural IndyCar race in the heart of the nation's capital.
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Mexican governor indicted by the US seeks leave again after contentious return to office
Mexico’s Sinaloa governor has reversed his return to office after one day, bowing to party opposition over U.S. drug trafficking charges
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Migrants clash with police and cut through fence at Greek detention center
Migrants have clashed with police at a detention center in northern Greece, cutting through a perimeter fence
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Moderate earthquake shakes Japan, injuring more than 30 in the Tokyo region
A moderate earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.9 has rattled eastern Japan, including the Tokyo area, but no tsunami warning was issued
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My son does not work, yet pays $500 for Affordable Care Act health insurance. Is that fair?
“I see people who have a lot of money but little or no taxable income who still qualify for ACA Marketplace subsidies.”
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Natalie Harp reportedly posted 150 pro-Trump tweets on day of Capitol riot
Devoted Trump aide flooded her now-disabled profile urging people to ‘never concede’ on 6 January 2021 The Donald Trump aide Natalie Harp flooded a since-disabled social media account with pro-Trump posts on the day that the president’s supporters attacked the US Capitol in early 2021, years before she went to work for him and developed an extraordinary close relationship with him, a new report has revealed. CNN on Saturday reported that a deactivated account which Harp had on what is now known as X was packed with fiercely pro-Trump messages on the day of the January 6 Capitol attack in Washington DC, including posts repeating his lies that the 2020 election, which he lost to Joe Biden toward the end of his first presidency, had been stolen from by fraudsters. Continue reading...
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Newcastle and Liverpool united in tribute to legend Keegan
Both Newcastle and Liverpool pay tribute to their legendary player on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.
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Nick Glennie-Smith, Composer on ‘The Rock,’ ‘The Man in the Iron Mask’ and ‘Secretariat,’ Dies at 74
The British conductor and keyboardist collaborated often with Oscar winner Hans Zimmer.
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Nike’s Highly Anticipated ‘One Piece’ Air Max Collaboration Comes Out Next Month — Here’s All the Details
The collection features apparel and three colorways of the Nike Air Max Plus inspired by Devil Fruits.
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Nvidia is the beating heart of the AI boom and the stock market — which sets up a big test
Nvidia is due to report earnings on Wednesday, and “a very broad universe of companies” is tied to the themes that the chip giant represents.
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Officials warn firefighters about the risks of using a supplement for smoke exposure
Fire and medical officials have issued warnings about a supplement offered to Western wildland firefighters who have been exposed to toxic chemicals
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Paramount accuses Mark Ruffalo of 'antisemitic tropes' on the eve of mediation talks in antitrust battle
Amid caustic political charges, Paramount executives and lawyers representing 12 states are set this meet this week to see if a truce is possible.
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Personal care products are awash in unlabeled toxic chemicals, study finds
Even products labeled ‘eco’, ‘green’ or ‘natural’ can contain dangerous compounds including Pfas Common personal care products widely contain unlabeled toxic chemicals, results from a new peer-reviewed study suggest. The testing of more than 110 items ranging from shampoo to baby lotions found evidence of unlabeled toxic chemicals in about 85%. Many contained multiple ingredients known to be carcinogens or health hazards, and even 26% of products labeled “eco”, “green” or “natural” contained at least one dangerous compound. The products averaged more than three times as many chemicals than were listed on labels. Continue reading...
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PinkPantheress Masters Festival Fashion in Military Jacket & Feathered Top at All Points East 2026
The singer brought her fashion a-game on stage in two distinct looks.
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Plan to restrict serious offenders to certain areas to start in October
Serious violent and sexual offenders may be confined to areas of just a few miles after leaving prison on probation.
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Poetry for Engineers: Safe Distance
How do I touch you across the ocean, across cold depths where light travels through glass. Not copper—fibers. Optical. Through liquid glass, through flickering light that carries you in fragments. Light broken into pulses. You say: it’s easier this way. What are we missing like this? You smile. Safe distance. I say: network. Signals slide beneath the sea, through cables thinner than trust, faster than touch, slower than longing. We stand alone, together. Synchronous, yet apart. Icons replace skin, latency replaces breath. This distance protects us. Silence that feels intentional. Everything is under control as long as nothing truly hurts. And we choose it because it shields us from what we might become if we actually met. You are my counterpoint. My response. My reflection at a safe distance. Beneath the ocean, nodes remember paths. Packets shake hands without bodies. If we get lost, we
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Police aborted pursuit about 10 seconds before fatal crash, watchdog says
Officers had been pursing a car before it went the wrong way down a dual carriageway.
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Powerful storm hits Baltic countries, killing 2 and leaving hundreds of thousands without power
A powerful cyclone has hit Latvia and Lithuania, leaving two people dead and more than half a million without electricity
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Reform says it will prioritise British-born young workers for social housing
Labour called the plan "unserious and unworkable" and accused Reform of pushing "gimmicks and division".
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Report: Jared Kushner and Democratic leader Jeffries meet with House control at stake in November
The meeting, first reported Sunday by The New York Times, touched on issues ranging from housing, immigration to the high costs of living.
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Ridley Scott Says ‘I’m Not a Filmmaker, I’m an Influencer’
Ridley Scott recently told The Times of London that he sees himself not as a “filmmaker,” but as an “influencer.” “Every time, you are vulnerable,” Scott said when asked to identify a through line in his work. “Also, I never want to repeat myself and all my films have been on the money. I’ve been […]
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Rihanna Does Momma Duties in Snakeskin Sandal Heels in New York with A$AP Rocky
The mother of three went for a causal look, punctuated by wild heels.
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Rihanna Runs It Back in a 2000s-era Rihanna Staple
While everyone else engages in the great summer shorts debate, Rihanna opts to keep it classic on a night out in New York.
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Robot boxing, football and sprinting at World Humanoid Games
The second-edition of the five-day competition kicked off in Beijing, China, on Saturday.
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Rosalía’s ‘La Perla’ ‘Wouldn’t Exist’ Without Paquita la del Barrio’s ‘Rata de dos Patas’
Read Rosalía's explanation from her first of five nights at Mexico City's Palacio de los Deportes, where she welcomed Kenia Os into her "confessional."
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See Justin Timberlake Make Surprise Appearance at Don Toliver’s Miami Concert
Taking the stage for first time in over a year, singer joins rapper for "Rock Your Body" and "Body"
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Shelley Fabares, 'Donna Reed Show' and 'One Day at a Time' star, dies at 82
Actress Shelley Fabares, known for "The Donna Reed Show," "One Day at a Time" and the hit song "Johnny Angel," has died at 82.
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Shelley Fabares, Star of ‘The Donna Reed Show’ and ‘Coach,’ Dies at 82
The baby-boomer icon had a No. 1 hit with "Johnny Angel," co-starred in three Elvis movies and was married to 'M*A*S*H' actor Mike Farrell.
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Shelley Fabares, ‘Coach’ and ‘The Donna Reed Show’ Star, Dies at 82
Shelley Fabares, the star of the classic sitcoms “The Donna Reed Show” and “Coach,” died on Saturday in Los Angeles. She was 82. Fabares’ family said in a statement, “We will miss her deeply — not only as a celebrated performer, but as the loving and extraordinary person she was in our everyday lives. We […]
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Simon Houfe obituary
My friend Simon Houfe, who has died aged 83, was a brilliant writer, art historian, journalist and raconteur; his originality and enthusiasm enriched the lives of countless people. He had been expected to become an architect like his maternal grandfather, Professor Sir Albert Richardson, president of the Royal Academy, in whose remarkable home, Avenue House, Ampthill , in Bedfordshire, Simon lived for most of his life. Instead he became editor of the Antique Collector (1970-74) and subsequently contributed articles to magazines including Country Life and Apollo, and wrote nine books. Continue reading...
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Simon Wiesenthal Center CEO Calls Out Mark Ruffalo’s Paramount Remarks: “Obsession and Demonization”
Paramount has already clapped back at the Marvel actor, calling his anti-merger comments "antisemitic."
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Small UK power generator shut down after cyberattack linked to Iran: Telegraph
The U.K. government says the incident did not pose a risk to the country's energy system, adding that it briefed CEOs of companies in the sector with advice.
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Start your engines! Trump completes fast and furious takeover of Washington with IndyCar race
US president, pushing on with Freedom 250 festivities, makes over nation’s capital for Trump rally on wheels Kyle Kirkwood wins Freedom 250 IndyCar race after Trump waves the green flag He got the wrong end of the stick. Donald Trump couldn’t figure out how to hold the green flag until his wife, Melania Trump, and Command Sgt Maj Matt Williams set him right. Then the US president waved the flag fast and furious like an excited schoolboy. The race was under way – and his conquest of Washington DC was complete. Since returning to Washington, Trump has deployed the national guard, wrecked the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool, demolished the East Wing of the White House and run the John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts into the ground. His face adorns the Department of Justice, and he still has grand plans for a triumphal arch worthy of a Roman emperor. Continue reading...
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Sydney Marathon admits ‘unfortunate error’ as finisher’s medal depicts Munich stadium as race highlight
‘Landmarks’ side of the medal features the Allianz Arena in German city rather than Allianz Stadium in Sydney Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast In a week’s time, the proud runners finishing the Sydney Marathon will receive a medal showing the landmarks they have just sped past – plus one they definitely didn’t. In what organisers have admitted was an “unfortunate error”, a stadium in Munich, Germany, was erroneously etched on to the event’s participation medal instead of a local Sydney landmark. Continue reading...
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Taylor Sheridan Accused of Stealing ‘Yellowstone’ Idea From TV Writer’s Pitch
In the suit, Lauren J. Salkin claims the Paramount hit features a number of striking similarities to her proposed show 'Sovereign Nation.'
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Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony's request for new trial in deadly stabbing at track meet
Judge Michael Chitty denied the retrial motion in a half-page order following a two-day hearing this week near Dallas, citing a review of the evidence and arguments. He did not elaborate.
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Thai prime minister meets security chiefs after coordinated attacks in 3 southern provinces
Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has held an urgent meeting with security officials after coordinated violence erupted in three southern provinces
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The 7 Best Airbnbs in Morocco Include Stately Riads
An Airbnb in Morocco gives you lots of space, privacy, and (if you book one of our favorite riads) unique architectural charm. Here, seven favorites.
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The Best Dressed Stars of the Week Nailed Sophisticated-Cool
These quietly elegant looks had serious cool factor—as seen on stars like Rihanna, Hailey Bieber, and more.
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The Treasury’s bond-market intervention isn’t working. So what comes next?
You can’t just sweep $40 trillion in U.S. national debt under a rug and forget about it — or so the bond market appears to be telling Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
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The lesson from Canada’s collapsed trade talks with the US: negotiation may be futile
Breakdown shows Washington now prioritises its own interests over any semblance of shared economic ground ‘No more!!!’: Trump lashes out after US-Canada talks devolve into trade war The calamitous collapse of trade negotiations between Canada and the United States is a warning to nations worldwide that pursuing any kind of dialogue with the current US administration is doomed at the outset, according to observers who say this recent episode indicates seeking a fair deal is futile. Andrea Lawlor, an associate professor of political science at McMaster University in Ontario, said: “No matter the closeness of the historical relationship, the American administration has signalled that it now prioritises its interests above those of some sort of global economic coordination or harmony. Continue reading...
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The sunhat is everywhere in Athens as crowds grow larger at ancient sites
Athens is turning to hats as Europe’s heat intensifies
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There Are Scores of Great New Animated Shows. The Emmys Won’t Nominate Them.
Fresh creations like 'Among Us' and 'Haha, You Clowns' are getting snubbed for old snoozes. But there’s a way out — if the TV Academy will listen.
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These $32 Running Headphones Light Up at Night to Keep You Safe On Your Evening Walk or Run
The HAKII Light 2 headphones feature a light up headband that emits a bright green glow to keep you visible in dark conditions.
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Top Wall Street analysts believe in the growth potential of these 3 stocks
Analysts are bullish on the prospects of several stocks due to their long-term growth potential and exposure to lucrative areas, such as artificial intelligence.
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Tropical Storm Moke poised to slam into Hawaii just days after Hurricane Lala
Weather service warns of flooding and mudslides, particularly in areas strongly affected by previous storm Tropical Storm Moke is poised to slam into the south of Hawaii’s islands, with forecasters predicting heavy rains and strong winds on Saturday evening, just days after the region was hit by Hurricane Lala . As with Hurricane Lala, the Big Island is expected to bear the brunt of Moke’s rain and heavy winds as it passes south of a direct hit late on Saturday and into Sunday. Continue reading...
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Tropical Storm Moke set to dump more heavy rain on hurricane-stricken Hawaii
Forecasters expected Moke to produce as much as 10 inches of total rain across the Big Island, and up to 15 inches in some isolated places, enough to cause life-threatening flooding and mudslides for the windward and southeast slopes.
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Tropical Storm Moke to pass south of Hawaii, bringing heavy rain to the Big Island
Tropical Storm Moke continues to churn in open waters in the Central Pacific, just days after Hurricane Lala left widespread destruction across Hawaii.
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Trump says Canada wants 'benefits' of being US state after trade talks collapse
Canada's PM said he was "reluctantly" announcing retaliatory tariffs and accused the US of starting a trade war.
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Trump waves green flag to start IndyCar race through Washington streets
The president took a ceremonial lap of the track before the race, which is the culmination of a summer of events to mark the country's 250th birthday.
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Trump waves the green flag to start the IndyCar race as drivers zoom through Washington's streets
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump have kicked off the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington
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Trump waves the green flag to start the IndyCar race as racers zoom through Washington's streets
The open-wheel race, with cars whizzing past Washington's monuments at speeds approaching 200 mph, is the latest of Trump's celebrations this year to mark America's 250th birthday.
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Two Phoenix police officers arrested and fired after violent, unreported traffic stop
Two Phoenix police officers have been fired and arrested after a violent, unreported traffic stop earlier this month
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USPS makes new rules for mail-in ballots
The changes would not go into effect until the court lifts its injunction.
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Union for Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians authorizes first strike in ensemble's 145-year history
The union for Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians has authorized the first strike in the ensemble's 145-year history
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United's next decision: What to do with all those Boeing 737 Max 10 seats it ordered years ago
United Airlines wanted to put lie-flat premium seats on its Max 10 planes once they were certified, but that has been delayed by years.
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Upendra Joins Cast as Teja Sajja, Shanaya Kapoor, Suparn S. Varma’s Sequel Titled ‘Zombie Reddy Nxt Lvl’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Kannada cinema superstar Upendra has joined the cast of “Zombie Reddy Nxt Lvl,” the sequel to the hit “Zombie Reddy,” in a powerhouse role, India’s People Media Factory has confirmed. The announcement, made on star Teja Sajja’s birthday, also confirms the film’s cast and creative team. The adventure zombie action-comedy marks the South Indian cinema […]
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Venice-Bound ‘Meteorite,’ Debut Feature From Colombia’s Sebastián Múnera, Acquired by MoreThan Films (EXCLUSIVE)
MoreThan Films has acquired Colombian filmmaker Sebastián Múnera’s film “Meteorite,” which will have its world premiere in Venice Critics’ Week (Sept. 2-12). The film follows Tefa and Nia, who live in a small town near the Magdalena River, where they raise Nia’s young nephew. Nia persuades Tefa to join her in smuggling cellphones into the […]
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Viral 'Cat in the Hat' TikTok trend sparks fun fake videos but also real fear
The social media posts have prompted police forces in Ireland and the UK to issue statements that the images are fake.
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WATCH: America Strong: Special honor for ‘an angel on Earth’
Arizona teen Royal Cothrun was honored with a “Citizen Hero Award” for helping an elderly woman find her way back to safety after losing her way home in the unforgiving Arizona heat.
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WATCH: Dramatic rescue in the remote Pacific
A total of 27 fishermen were rescued after the Ecuadorian-flagged fishing boat caught fire more than 500 miles southwest of the Galapagos Islands.
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WATCH: How students are flipping the script with 'empty nester' sendoffs for parents
College-bound kids are showing their love and appreciation to their empty nest parents by throwing a going away party with a twist.
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WATCH: Is now the best time to buy plane tickets for the holidays?
With today being National Cheap Flight Day, some travel experts claim airfares start to drop after the summer rush and before the start of the holiday season.
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WATCH: NYPD to investigate new video of people emerging from a sewer in NYC
Authorities are investigating the latest in a string of bizarre incidents in NYC of people climbing in and out of Manhattan manholes in the middle of the night.
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WATCH: Pilot survives after small plane crashes off the coast of Florida
The small plane crashed off the coast of Florida near Boca Raton. The pilot was the only one on board.
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WATCH: World Humanoid Robot Games open in Beijing
More than 650 teams from across 16 countries are gathered in China for the World Humanoid Robot Games.
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Wells Fargo and Citigroup have room to buy a big bank. These 5 regionals fit the bill
Citigroup and Wells Fargo have room to buy a big regional bank as regulators have opened the door to megadeals. Five regional banks make sense as targets.
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We’re All Going to the World’s Fair is an intimate coming-of-age horror film
Jane Schoenbrun's latest film, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, is making a splash in theaters right now. So it seems like the perfect time to revisit their first film, We're All Going to the World's Fair. I fell in love with this film when I first saw it at Sundance in 2021. We […] Jane Schoenbrun 's latest film, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma , is making a splash in theaters right now. So it seems like the perfect time to revisit their first film, We're All Going to the World's Fair . I fell in love with this film when I first saw it at Sundance in 2021. We are immediately introduced to our protagonist, Casey, as she engages in the World's Fair Challenge, a sort of ARG creepypasta meets ice bucket challenge. There's a creepy mantra, some bloodletting, and a mysterious video - basically a speedrun of horror movie tropes. But having them all delivered by this young girl
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We’re in our 50s and have $1.5 million in traditional 401(k)s. Is it too early to start Roth conversions?
“The last adviser we worked with lost a significant portion of our portfolio.”
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When my husband died in a surfing accident, life as I knew it was destroyed. Ten years on, this is what I’ve learned about grief
One crashing wave on one single day changed everything for our family. How would I keep going? Before they enter the water, surfers will study the ocean. They consider wind and tide conditions. They analyse currents and patterns, break points and swells. They try to read the waves. I have travelled across oceans and a day to sit here on Tamarama beach in Sydney on a high-tide weekday morning in 2024. A notebook and pen lie beside me on the sand as I, too, attempt to read the waves, to find meaning in their unfathomable churn. These past 10 years, this beach has loomed large in my mind. Even when absent, it’s as if my face has been turned to these waves and I have been buffeted, sometimes staggering, sometimes falling, always bracing for the next set to roll in. For I have learned that all it takes is one ocean, one day, to come along and knock you off your feet. Continue reading...
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Wicker Man director's sons complete their late father's film trilogy
The final film in the folk horror trilogy brings closure to the saga as well as its creator's family after more than 50 years.
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Will Trump interfere in the midterms? Democrats and their allies are preparing
Across California and the nation, Democratic leaders and voting rights advocates are ramping up coordination and gaming out responses to a raft of potential actions by the Trump administration to subvert the November vote or deny its outcome.
Technology
ZZ Top Play First Show Since Death of ‘Dear Drummer’ Frank Beard
"We’re all here for a celebration, you know what's going on. So we're gonna have a good time," Billy Gibbons told Austin crowd as band returned to stage following Beard's death earlier this week
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ZZ Top Returns to Stage for First Show Since Drummer Frank Beard’s Death
"We’re all here for a celebration," frontman Billy Gibbons said.
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Zara Larsson and PinkPantheress Finally Perform “Stateside” Live
“You guys are watching herstory being made,” Larsson told the crowd at All Points East in London
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Zelensky should be asked what he knew about government corruption, sacked minister tells BBC
Mykhailo Fedorov has also called for wartime elections to be held in Ukraine.
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Zelenskyy details rift with dismissed defense minister
Ukrainian president says some of minister's actions were wrong.
Culture
Zoë Kravitz Experiments in a Long Misunderstood Denim Style
Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz have a shared love of classic straight-leg jeans; but the actor strikes out in a more retro silhouette.
Technology
‘Boorman and the Devil’ Review: The Making of John Boorman’s 1977 Disaster ‘Exorcist II: The Heretic’ Becomes a Documentary So Unbelievable It’s Funny
You might call Boorman’s fortitude admirable, but you could also call it delusional. And it lends "Boorman and the Devil" the quality of a true-life Christopher Guest movie. For this is the unintentionally funny story of what happens when utterly unhinged and high-minded hubris becomes your guiding light. Boorman, and others associated with "Exorcist II," know that they made an infamous disaster, yet the reason the film was a disaster still eludes them.
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‘I hate Democrats, but I love Abdul’: voters who left over Gaza return for progressive push
Michigan Senate nominee and others have re-energized one-time Democratic voters who abandoned the party under Biden Two years ago, Zainab Bibi Ahmed thought she had turned her back on the Democrats for good. Now, she is volunteering for the party’s US Senate nominee in Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed. Ahmed was one of 100,000 people to vote uncommitted in the February 2024 Democratic Michigan primary , in a bid to send a message to then US president Joe Biden about his support for Israel, as people watched what Amnesty International later called a “live-streamed genocide” in Gaza on their screens. Continue reading...
Technology
‘National Treasure 3’ Is “Finally Real” and “We Have a Script,” Director Says
The Disney movies, released in 2004 and 2007, starred Nicolas Cage as treasure hunter Ben Gates.
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‘No more!!!’: Trump lashes out after US-Canada talks devolve into trade war
PM Mark Carney says ‘we got attacked’ as tariffs come into force on items from hockey sticks to tongue depressors Donald Trump has hit back at Canada after a breakdown in negotiations plunged the two countries into a trade war . In his first public comments since negotiations collapsed on Friday in Washington, the US president wrote on social media: “Canada wants the benefits of being a State, without being one!!!” Continue reading...
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‘One Battle After Another’ and ‘Marty Supreme’ Take Top Honors at Location Managers Guild International Awards
“One Battle After Another” and “Marty Supreme” took top honors at the Location Managers Guild International (LMGI) LMGI Awarda. The LGMI Awards were handed out on Saturday night and honor the use of filming locations across motion pictures, television, commercials, film commissions, and special achievement categories. Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” won outstanding […]
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‘One Piece’ Season 3 Casts Its Koza, Toto, Pell and Chaka
Netflix has added four to the cast of “One Piece” Season 3, casting the roles of Koza, Toto, Pell and Chaka. Emilio Sakraya (“Rheingold”) will play Koza, Omid Abtahi (The Mandalorian”) will play Toto, Jamie Ward (“The Gentlemen”) will play Pell and Nabeel Khan (“Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom”) plays Chaka.  Returning for the third […]
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‘Seduction,’ Helmed by Zelito Viana and Marcos Palmeira, to Premiere at the Inffinito Fest in Miami (EXCLUSIVE)
GRAMADO, Brazil — “Seduction” (“Sedução”), a feature set in the Amazon Rainforest region and helmed by Zelito Viana and Marcos Palmeira, will have its world premiere on Sept. 11 at the 30th edition of the Inffinito Brazilian Film Festival in Miami. H2O is also releasing in local theaters Miguel Faria Jr.’s doc, “Tom Jobim – […]
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‘Sentimental Value’ Star Anders Danielsen Lie and Anne Marie Ottersen Inducted Into the Haugesund Walk of Fame: ‘It Feels Full Circle’
Norwegian actors Anders Danielsen Lie and Anne Marie Ottersen were inducted into the Haugesund Walk of Fame.. The unveiling taking place during the first weekend of this year’s Norwegian Intl. Film Festival Haugesund, Danielsen Lie and Ottersen were recognized for contributing to “building the professionalism and high standards of Norway’s acting community, both on the […]
Technology
‘Skintown’ Review: A Breezy, Loved-Up, Drugged-Up Guide to Getting Into Trouble in The Troubles
Nostalgia, like ecstasy, is a hell of a drug and Kieron J. Walsh’s warm-hearted, hot-headed “Skintown” is buzzing on both. A more polite brother to the “Kneecap” boys and a more cautious cousin to those “Derry Girls” still, the Fermanagh-set friendship comedy sends fizzy, sweetly chemical energy coursing through a rave-romanticizing riff on the coming-of-age […]
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‘So many people say things about my appearance – it’s not normal’: Jorja Smith on burnout, body-shaming and finding freedom
Being recognised by the Brits, Grammys and Drake made the singer one of British music’s most famous names – and also left her exhausted. Now, after decompressing in her home town she returns with a record made for raving It is a sticky, sweltering July afternoon, and I have accidentally found myself at a wake with Jorja Smith. I’m told that the pub where we have met, in the leafiest part of leafy south-west London, is usually a safe bet for an inconspicuous table. But today, sweaty black suits carrying pints drift between tables, and long queues snake round the bar. Dressed in a simple tank top, bare-faced with her hair scraped back, Smith is waiting for me when I arrive. “I’ve been waiting for my drink for ages,” she says. “But I feel bad saying anything because, you know …” Continue reading...
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‘Spa Weekend’ Review: Leslie Mann and Isla Fisher Go Underserved in a Lukewarm Bath of a Comedy
Anna Faris and Michelle Buteau also star in the film by 'Bad Moms' directors Jon Lucas and Scott Moore, about four childhood friends on a birthday trip that spirals out of control.
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‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Hits No. 6 All-Time Globally as It Swings to Fourth Box Office Victory
Tom Holland's superhero blockbuster topped the worldwide sum for 'Force Awakens' while up against the launches of 'Insidious: Out of the Further' and Jason Statham's 'Mutiny.'
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‘Tucci in Italy’ Cinematographer Matt Ball on Making Italy Look Delicious
The three-time Emmy-nominated craftsman talks filming seaside meals, Renaissance palaces and hidden culinary gems while resisting the urge to make every frame too polished.
Technology
‘We are hitting a different chapter’: OpenAI leader warns of threat of ‘persistent’ AI cyber-attacks
Chris Lehane tells Guardian of need to implement new safety standards as critics say AI firms acting ‘recklessly’ A senior leader at OpenAI has said people should prepare to defend against “ongoing, persistent” cyber-attacks from AIs, as cutting-edge artificial intelligence models gain advanced capabilities to plan and launch offensives. The leading AI company this week announced a pause in development of its most advanced internal models amid rising safety fears, and Chris Lehane, its chief global affairs officer, said: “We are hitting a different chapter, a different moment within AI, in terms of what the capabilities of this technology can do.” Continue reading...
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‘When I make a sale, I’ll sing a high note’: a day in the life of an opera singing car salesman
Andrew Hiers is trying to start his own opera company. Until then, he’s serenading the parking lot Andrew Hiers, 38, is an opera singer – a bass-baritone – and a car salesman in Cocoa, Florida. You might think these professions have nothing to do with each other, but his librettos about cars or to customers have gone viral – all part of a larger plan to bring opera to the local community. What time did you wake up? Continue reading...