Injured Conor McGregor’s UFC comeback ends in defeat to Max Holloway — Facing Holloway at UFC 329, McGregor seemed to injure his right knee in the first round when jumping in with a kick.
A new proposal for organ donation sparks concern — Should patients who choose euthanasia be able to die by having their vital organs removed for donation? The ethical concerns are substantial.
Man Utd close on deal for Brighton's Baleba — Manchester United are in talks to sign Cameroon international Carlos Baleba having reignited their interest in the midfielder.
Opposition MP hurls eggs at Kosovo Prime Minister — An opposition lawmaker threw eggs at acting Prime Minster Albin Kurti during a parliamentary session.
Oil price dives as US and Iran pause attacks — The US says attacks on Iran have been halted to give "talks some space", raising hopes of a resolution to the conflict.
Sudanese army captures key town near Ethiopian border from RSF — Sudan’s army says it retook a vital town in southeastern Blue Nile state and inflicted heavy losses on the RSF.
Why is India vetting books in Kashmir in search of ‘anti-national’ content? — Authorities in disputed region are auditing school, college and public libraries to look for ‘objectionable’ material.
India's Gen Z 'Cockroach People's Party' started as satire but is serious about change — They call themselves the "cockroaches" and they're on the march — demanding action against corruption, amid a shortage of opportunities for young people in India.
For one Yemeni, World Cup serves as a marker of war and peace — Since 1982, a Yemeni fan's commitment to the World Cup has endured war, economic turmoil, and personal sacrifices.
AI to help planes avoid climate-warming 'sky graffiti' — A new UK trial hopes to reduce the condensation trails from planes, which can trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere.
Simpson avenges only loss in Williamson rematch — Callum Simpson reclaims the British and Commonwealth super-middleweight titles as he earns a unanimous decision in his rematch with Troy Williamson.
Juicy Yields Draw Junk Bond Buyers to Investment-Grade AI Debt — Companies looking to finance data center projects are increasingly turning to junk bond investors to help them raise billions of dollars, even for debt that is investment-grade.
A 'heat dome' is driving dangerous heat across the U.S. into the July 4 weekend — Dangerous heat is expected across large swaths of the U.S. this week, according to the National Weather Service.
Iran war day 96: US, Iran trade new strikes across the Gulf — Rubio says the US will lift sanctions on Iran only if it gives up enriched uranium, rejecting a Hormuz-linked deal.
Four people die after busiest day for small-boat crossings this year — Two deadly incidents occurred as 752 people crossed the Channel into the UK on Wednesday, new figures show.
Atlas Merchant Invests in Edge Focus — Bob Diamond, CEO of Atlas Merchant Capital & Elliott Lorenz, Co-Founder & CEO of Edge Focus discuss the new minority investment. They also discussed the role of private credit in consumer debt. (Source: Bloomberg)
Nicaragua’s Daniel Ortega aims to bar ‘traitors’ from future elections — Ortega has overseen a sweeping crackdown on civil society in Nicaragua and concentrated power in his own hands.
Mexico to host Iran team during 2026 FIFA World Cup amid US tensions — Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says United States did not want to host Iranian football team during tournament.
Stop ‘Greater Israel’ to make peace — Expansionist Israel will not stop dragging the US to war in the Middle East.
Maddy Cusack kept mental health secret over fears of stigma, inquest hears — The former Sheffield United player had feared being ridiculed and stigmatised, her inquest hears.
US picks potential partners for using Cold War-era plutonium as fuel — Trump gov't plans to make about 20 tonnes of plutonium from dismantled nuclear warheads available to US power firms.
Two teen gunmen kill three at San Diego mosque in suspected hate crime — Two teen gunmen kill three at San Diego mosque in suspected hate crime.
With a Round of 32 spot already clinched, the U.S. takes on Turkey in the World Cup — Two U.S. wins and two Turkey losses already on the books mean the Americans have won this World Cup group no matter the outcome of Thursday's game. Still, the Americans say they're playing to…
'I'll never get over watching my home burn': Belfast residents reel after night of unrest — A night of disorder in Belfast saw people forced to flee their homes, in protests that followed a knife attack in the north of the city.
Ebola patients recover in DRC amid claims of outbreak hoax — Seven patients have left an Ebola treatment centre in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, having recovered.
Bowen: For all his bluster, Trump has no better option than talks with Iran — The negotiating process is fragile and recent US strikes show how hard it will be to reach agreement, writes BBC's International Editor Jeremy Bowen.
Supreme Court financial disclosures reveal how their books add to their income — The Supreme Court annual financial reports shed light on the justices' gifts, travel and personal lives.
Harvard-Feeder School That JFK Attended to Borrow $35 Million — A Boston-area prep school that taught President John F. Kennedy is planning to borrow almost $35 million to upgrade its classroom and athletics facilities.
Nothing Phone (3) at $499 might be the best smartphone deal you can get, today-only — Nothing Phone (3) is far from perfect but, at $499, it’s an absolute steal in an ever-more expensive Android smartphone...
Officers told not to pursue car on wrong side of motorway, says Ireland's police body — The Garda Representative Association said officers were given a command to "disengage" with the car after it took "evasive action".
Burnham pledges to be 'relentless' in curbing small boat crossings — The prime minister says enforcement is increased but there also need to be more safe routes into the UK.
A federal law bans late voter roll purges. Republicans are pushing to reinterpret it — There's a ban on most states systematically purging voter rolls within 90 days before Election Day. Republicans are pushing courts to reinterpret that longstanding protection for eligible…
Daily Cartoon: Wednesday, August 12th — A drawing that riffs on the latest news and happenings.
You're probably using too many skin care products. Here are the 3 essentials — We asked half a dozen skin care experts: Which products do you really need to keep your skin healthy and attractive? Here's what they said.
Is Nepal facing another devastating flood from a new lake? — Glacier collapse in Nepal triggered flash floods, mudslides and a barrier lake where a landslide dammed the river.
Apple Seeds Seventh visionOS 27 Beta to Developers — Apple today provided developers with the seventh beta of an upcoming visionOS 27 update for testing purposes. The beta comes a week after Apple released the fifth beta. visionOS 27 can be installed by opening the Settings…
Colombia votes in presidential election that could redefine relations with US — The election is held after months of public recrimination between current left-wing President Gustavo Petro and his US counterpart Donald Trump.
Jacques Greene Announces New Album 'jg': Hear "Presence" — Last year, Jacques Greene teamed up with Nosaj Thing to release an album as Verses GT. Now, the Canadian electronic musician is back to announce his new LP jg, which features crushed, CFCF, Jonah Yano, SEES00000, and…
'Flamingo Revolution' takes off as thousands demand Albanian PM's resignation — Flamingos have become a national symbol of protest, triggered by opposition to a luxury development.
Modi avoids Norway media: How that led to storm over India’s press freedom — India is currently ranked 157th out of 180 countries in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index.
A Symphony of Imperfection | Xi Chen | TEDxShenzhen Senior HS — Traits we regard as flaws—such as overthinking and anxiety—are not mere "noise" to be eliminated. They may also grant us empathy and perception. To live in harmony is not about becoming a perfectly harmonious…
Lydia Hansen Introduces Hikers to Native Midwest Mushrooms on Crocheted 'Fungi Hunts' — An ongoing series of seasonal scavenger hunts organized by Lydia Hansen in Minnesota woodlands invite inquiry.
3 great new HBO Max documentaries to watch this weekend (July 3-5) — Robbie Robertson takes a load off, Fanny, a band of satirical Satanists rally, and an LGBTQ+ icon tells her fabulous story.
‘We have nothing to cool off with’: French heatwave exposes inequalities — As people living in low-income areas are unable to escape the heat, analysts decry the government's response.
Netanyahu vows to go to New York City despite ICC arrest warrant, Mamdani — Israeli prime minister slams New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, accusing him of 'fomenting hate' with criticism of Israel.
Hey, Siri: Apple just announced a long-awaited AI update — At its annual developers' conference, Apple put the spotlight on new AI features, while highlighting security and child safety — and critiquing the company's AI competitors.
Fishermen rescued after five days clinging to cooler at sea — Fishermen were rescued after being found floating in the Pacific where they spent five days clinging to a fish cooler
‘Boorman and the Devil’ Review: This Deep Dive Into How ‘Exorcist II: The Heretic’ Spiraled Out of Control Deserves a Wide Release — David Kittredge conjures a true film lover's retrospective in magical John Boorman documentary with Linda Blair in 'Exorcist II: The Heretic.'…
Defiant Hodgkinson says home European title would mean as much as Olympic gold — Keely Hodgkinson will seek to prove she is still number one following a "tricky" outdoor season when she faces world-class rivals for European 800m gold in Birmingham.
Postecoglou subs off Ronaldo to spark dramatic Al-Nassr comeback — Cristiano Ronaldo is taken off at half-time with his 10-man Al-Nassr side 2-0 down - but they fight back to seal a dramatic win over Al-Ettifaq.
Ring introduces a new encryption standard, makes it the default for cloud features | TechCrunch — Ring says users can still opt for end-to-end encryption.
Horizons Middle East & Africa 8/5/2026 — Horizons Middle East & Africa is your daily spotlight on one of the world's fastest-growing regions. Live from Dubai, we bring you the latest global markets and analysis, plus news-making interviews, with a special focus on MEA. All that…
Reports of US sailors in Middle East trying to jump ship spark outcry — US senators call for inquiry as USS Lincoln has record-long period without port stop amid war on Iran.
John Errol Shares New Song "Float": Listen — John Errol is a Los Angeles musician making warped, cool indie-pop that draws influences from giants of all genres: Britney Spears, David Bowie, and Nine Inch Nails. His last album was 2021’s Inferno, but today he’s back with a…
Happenings: Watch Week Aspen Returns For Its Third Year — Everything to expect at this year's Watch Week Aspen, including its inaugural 3K run.
Latest Oil Market News and Analysis for Aug. 3 — Oil fell after US President Donald Trump said new talks with Iran would begin on Monday after he called off a planned attack on the Islamic Republic.
The Painful Truth of Exactly How ICE’s New Shock Gloves Work — ICE is spending millions on shock gloves designed to overpower subjects through intense, localized pain.
Singapore bans UK band Massive Attack over Palestinian flag — Singapore barred two members of British band Massive Attack from re-entering the country.
Apple @ Work: Understanding Apple Business Manager roles and permissions - 9to5Mac — A new MacAdmins community built web tool makes it incredibly easy to understand and configure the correct roles and permissions for Apple Business Manager.
Rybakina survives last-16 scare, will play Osaka next at Canadian Open — World No. 2 Elena Rybakina rallies to beat unseeded Liudmila Samsonova while stars Naomi Osaka, Coco Gauff progress.