5 Aug 2026, 3:29 pm
Progressive Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens (D) took the Michigan Senate primary down to nearly a deadlock, but El-Sayed came out ahead when the race was called Wednesday morning by Decision Desk HQ. Stevens conceded shortly afterward. The results indicate a big progressive win in a key race outside a major city. The closer-than-expected……
5 Aug 2026, 3:28 pm
Manchester United have appointed Eva Olid as their new women's manager on a two-year contract, with an option for a further 12 months, handing the former Hearts coach the task of reshaping the Women's Super League side just weeks before the new season. Related Articles Elliot Anderson Reveals Kevin de Bruyne Inspiration Following Record £116M Man City TransferEddie Howe's Exit Costs Newcastle Nothing: Why the Club Still Has an £8.5M IssueWhy Eddie Howe Walked Away…
5 Aug 2026, 3:26 pm
New Mexico on Wednesday sued the U.S. Justice Department seeking access to unredacted files related to notorious pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
5 Aug 2026, 3:22 pm
The veteran character actor discusses her first Emmy nomination for 'Widow's Bay,' the audition that launched her career and why she's still waiting for a designer to call.
5 Aug 2026, 3:22 pm
The announcement comes as Lula warns of foreign interference and polls show a tightening presidential race.
5 Aug 2026, 3:18 pm
A man who was at the centre of a high-profile plagiarism row has resigned as Professor of Sociology at the University of Cambridge.Jason Arday confirmed on the Good Law Project website he would be stepping down from his position.It comes after a series of media reports, including a story in the Daily Telegraph, alleging he plagiarised his PhD thesis and other research.In an interview with the Times, he denied the claims and said: "I am accountable for the mistakes I…
5 Aug 2026, 3:16 pm
A demographer at the University of Oxford has triggered widespread anger after proposing that people without children should be taxed at a higher rate to help boost Britain's falling birth rate. The suggestion, published in an opinion piece for The Sunday Times, has been branded an attack on women's bodily autonomy by campaigners and social media users alike. Related Articles Record 10.2 Million Over-65s Set to Pay UK Income Tax as Frozen Thresholds BiteUK Homeowner…
5 Aug 2026, 3:15 pm
Homer Gere says he wants to keep audiences guessing until the end about the true intentions of his character Robert in the thriller, "The Shards."…
5 Aug 2026, 3:15 pm
English National Ballet is Among the Confirmed Victims Notifying SupportersCloud-based customer relationship management software provider Beacon CRM said it's suffered a security breach that likely led to the theft of customer data. Over 1,000 charities use the software, and English National Ballet and the Centre for Sustainable Energy report they've been affected.
5 Aug 2026, 3:13 pm
The celeb gossip blogger's team said in a statement posted to his website Wednesday that he "is receiving medical care, and our family’s focus right now is on his well-being."…
5 Aug 2026, 3:13 pm
Andy Burnham has been slated by Piddington's Parish Councillor over plans to move over 1,000 illegal migrants into their community.Speaking to GB News, Tim McNally argued that "from the beginning", the Oxfordshire town has been "knocked over" by the news of the proposed site.Taking action alongside their parents, several of Piddington's children have written to Mr Burnham to ask him to U-turn on the decision.One child, seven-year-old Rex Perkin, wrote: "Dear Andy, W…
5 Aug 2026, 3:12 pm
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will soon have a new official director for the first time in nearly a year, after the Senate on Wednesday voted to confirm Dr. Erica Schwartz. Schwartz was confirmed on a mostly party-line 51-44 vote. Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) was the lone Democrat to vote in her……
5 Aug 2026, 3:11 pm
Andy Burnham has been warned that women and children across the country are in "deep danger" as almost 10,000 domestic abusers are set to become eligible for early release.Speaking to GB News, Executive Chair of the Women’s Policy Centre Paola Diana hit out at the Prime Minister over his decision not to exclude domestic abuse cases in his reforms of the scheme.Earlier this week, Mr Burnham blocked grooming gang rapists from upcoming changes to prison sentences as…
5 Aug 2026, 3:07 pm
A Piddington resident has pleaded with the Prime Minister to reconsider the planned asylum accommodation in their community after the local children sent letters directly to Downing Street.Speaking to GB News, Samantha Phillips asked Andy Burnham to think "as a parent and as a father" about the impact that moving in 1,250 illegal migrants will have on their town.Taking action alongside their parents, several of Piddington's children have written to Mr Burnham to ask…
5 Aug 2026, 3:07 pm
The study didn’t include uninsured families or those on Medicaid, which means the data may be skewed.
5 Aug 2026, 3:04 pm
Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce is reportedly exploring a surprise career shift into country music following a high-profile wedding performance at Madison Square Garden. Kelce is evaluating an unexpected transition from professional football to the recording studio following a series of exploratory discussions in Nashville and Hollywood. Related Articles 'Ugly Cheerleaders': Travis Kelce's Misogynistic Old Tweets Allegedly Threaten Taylor Swift Marriage'People…
5 Aug 2026, 3:04 pm
The Education Department will erase roughly $11 billion in federal student loan debt owed by more than 170,000 borrowers after a federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration’s attempt to delay relief for students who claimed they were defrauded by their schools. The July 17 ruling stems from a years-long class-action lawsuit over the federal……
5 Aug 2026, 3:00 pm
“New York City’s business elites are long accustomed to direct access to City Hall, where even Democratic mayors felt the need to court the city’s wealthiest and most influential corporate leaders,” the Wall Street Journal reports. “That access is getting shredded by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.” “The mayor this week fired dozens of corporate leaders from the advisory board of a multimillion-dollar philanthropic fund called the Mayor’s Fund to Advance New Y…
5 Aug 2026, 3:00 pm
Creator Amy Sherman-Palladino, EP Daniel Palladino and star Lauren Graham are among those taking part in the film.
5 Aug 2026, 3:00 pm
The collection includes the 288 GTO, F40, F50, Enzo, LaFerrari, Daytona SP3, and Luce Chassis 0.
5 Aug 2026, 3:00 pm
It’s time to return to Star’s Hollow. An official documentary about “Gilmore Girls,” the beloved seven-season family dramedy that premiered in 2000, is currently in production and set to debut on HBO Max. Per the official logline, the untitled film is told from the perspective of series creator Amy Sherman-Palladino alongside her husband, executive producer […]…
5 Aug 2026, 3:00 pm
Kansas Democrats nominated State Senator Cindy Holscher for governor after she defeated party-backed rival Ethan Corson. "The race became a test of what sort of candidate Democratic voters prefer in what is expected to be a challenging general election race: a more moderate candidate like Mr. Corson with endorsements from party leaders or an outspoken populist like Ms. Holscher, who spoke out against data centers and the political establishment," reports The New Yor…
5 Aug 2026, 2:59 pm
The US shipbuilding industry has spent years looking for ways to increase production while addressing skilled labor shortages and growing demand from the Navy. Shipyards have steadily introduced robotics, digital manufacturing tools, and automated fabrication systems to improve efficiency, but many welding operations still depend heavily on manual work. Against that backdrop, HII has begun testing intelligent welding technology developed with South Korea’s HD H…
5 Aug 2026, 2:55 pm
Democrats need to rack up as many wins as possible to take back the U.S. Senate, so the party has little room for error.
5 Aug 2026, 2:54 pm
Progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed won the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan after Rep. Haley Stevens conceded to him Wednesday.
5 Aug 2026, 2:52 pm
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5 Aug 2026, 2:51 pm
Olivia Rodrigo is supporting Planned Parenthood as the organization remains under attack from President Trump. The superstar singer was in a dance video posted to the Instagram and Twitter accounts of Daisy Chain Fields, her upcoming all-woman music festival. Text on the video, set to her song “My Way,” says, “Learning that nearly 30 Planned […]…
5 Aug 2026, 2:49 pm
George Heard/Getty ImagesThe impacts of a changing climate – from unprecedented rainfall and landslides to heatwaves fuelled by warming seas – are increasingly being felt across New Zealand. But that doesn’t mean they’re being shared equally. During the 2023 Auckland Anniversary Weekend floods, in which an entire summer’s worth of rain fell in one day, the emergency response was heavily criticised after disabled people struggled to access support. One t…
5 Aug 2026, 2:49 pm
With a little less than three months until our clocks are set to "fall back" to standard time, the pressure to pass a bill that could prevent that is on, including from the Oval Office.
5 Aug 2026, 2:46 pm
Once the House of Sheridan, the streamer is in the market to buy romance, family, soaps and more Nicole Kidman.
5 Aug 2026, 2:43 pm
Joint announcement for geographic coordinates being finalised, says spokesperson, adding that it would not guarantee security in waterwayThe geographic coordinates for a shipping route through the strait of Hormuz have been agreed by Iran and Oman, and a joint announcement is being finalised, provided no third parties interfere, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said on Wednesday.Baghaei added that any such ag…
5 Aug 2026, 2:43 pm
The livestream appeared to show the celebrity blogger harming himself with a knife.
5 Aug 2026, 2:42 pm
Two House Democrats have formally referred Energy Secretary Chris Wright to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for potential prosecution, accusing him of lying to Congress about whether green grants were canceled for partisan reasons. In a letter made public on Wednesday, Reps. Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.) and Gabe Amo (D-R.I.) accused Wright of lying when he testified that……
5 Aug 2026, 2:41 pm
(MedPage Today) -- Men who used the PDE5 inhibitor tadalafil (Cialis) for lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) had an increased likelihood of developing glaucoma-related clinical events, according to a large retrospective study. Rates of glaucoma...
5 Aug 2026, 2:40 pm
The Washington Commanders agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $12 million with Stefon Diggs. The 11-year veteran started 17 games last season.
5 Aug 2026, 2:40 pm
Authorities are screening 5,000 refugees as rights groups warn they remain at risk of persecution in Myanmar.
5 Aug 2026, 2:39 pm
A team of US scientists has developed a biodegradable mesh inspired by tangled seaweed that can capture microplastics ranging from millimeter-sized fragments to particles just tens of nanometers wide. The new material was designed by researchers at North Carolina State University. It can work in both freshwater and saltwater, and addresses one of the biggest challenges in removing plastic pollution from aquatic environments. Microplastics are defined as plast…
5 Aug 2026, 2:38 pm
The Cockroach movement was one of the biggest public displays of dissent against India's prime minister in years.
5 Aug 2026, 2:38 pm
More than 120 MPs and peers have asked John Healey to carry out an "urgent review" of repayments.
5 Aug 2026, 2:37 pm
Obama-appointed judge seemed unmoved by Trump attorneys’ arguments in case also naming MurdochA federal judge in Florida seemed skeptical of arguments from Donald Trump’s legal team on Wednesday over whether the court should allow a $10bn defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal to move forward.Trump sued the Journal and News Corp founder Rupert Murdoch over a July 2025 article about a “bawdy” letter reportedly from Trump that was included in a 200…
5 Aug 2026, 2:36 pm
Multiple people have been confirmed dead after a mass shooting at a home in Caswell County, North Carolina, sending shockwaves through the rural community and prompting a major investigation involving local and state law enforcement. Authorities responded to the property near Prospect Hill shortly before 8am on Wednesday after reports of gunfire. Related Articles Apalachee Mass Shooter Colt Gray Sentenced to Life Without Parole Months After His Father Was Convicted…
5 Aug 2026, 2:35 pm
A Delaware man has been arrested and charged with murder following an alleged road rage shooting on Tuesday afternoon.
5 Aug 2026, 2:32 pm
Newcastle United appoint Matthias Jaissle, 38, as head coach to succeed Eddie Howe - but what will the German bring to the club?
5 Aug 2026, 2:30 pm
A Delaware man shot and killed a motorcyclist in a road rage incident, state police said. William Simpler Jr., 28, of Saint Georges, Delaware, is accused of shooting and killing Jason Paoletti, 46, of Bear, Delaware. The incident occurred on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026, around 1:30 p.m. Police said Paoletti was riding his motorcycle behind a Hyundai Elantra in the area of Salem Church Road and Old Baltimore Pike in Newark, Delaware. After the driver of the Hyunda…
5 Aug 2026, 2:30 pm
This special edition brings back conversations and debates on migration, trade, and housing — three issues that have remained at the centre of Europe’s political agenda this year.
5 Aug 2026, 2:30 pm
The FX show continues its Emmy streak with a notable eight nominations for its fourth season.
5 Aug 2026, 2:29 pm
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5 Aug 2026, 2:28 pm
A federal judge said the Trump administration can move forward with efforts to remove hundreds of thousands of Haitians from the United States.
5 Aug 2026, 2:26 pm
At least three people are dead after gunfire broke out early Wednesday at a North Carolina home, according to the Caswell County Sheriff's Office (CCSO).
5 Aug 2026, 2:26 pm
"Game of Thrones" and "Bodyguard" actor Richard Madden will play the lead role in "Trauma," a medical action-thriller series coming to Paramount+.
5 Aug 2026, 2:25 pm
Former England fly-half Freddie Burns has announced he will retire from professional rugby at the end of the Romanian league season, bringing the curtain down on a career that has spanned almost two decades. The 35-year-old shared an emotional farewell on social media, reflecting on a journey that took him from childhood dreams in Gloucestershire to Premiership titles, international honours and unforgettable moments on some of rugby’s biggest stages. Bur…
5 Aug 2026, 2:25 pm
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5 Aug 2026, 2:24 pm
Democrats are quickly coalescing around Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed following his narrow Tuesday primary win. Several lawmakers who previously backed his competitor Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) said it was time to change course and support the party nominee wholeheartedly. Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.), who decided against a reelection bid, said the “stakes could not……
5 Aug 2026, 2:20 pm
David Hearn's attorneys have moved to have his indictment for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool dismissed with prejudice.
5 Aug 2026, 2:20 pm
New Mexico is suing the Department of Justice (DOJ) for access to a set of unredacted Jeffrey Epstein records, alleging the agency is withholding documents that could aid the state’s investigation into the convicted sex offender’s alleged crimes at a remote ranch outside Santa Fe. The 40-page complaint, which also names acting Attorney General Todd……
5 Aug 2026, 2:19 pm
Without Patriot interceptors, Ukraine's skies are wide open and people are fully exposed to Russia's missile barrages.
5 Aug 2026, 2:19 pm
Abbas Alawieh, co-founder of the Uncommitted National Movement, is projected to win a Democratic state Senate primary in Michigan, according to Decision Desk HQ. The 2nd Senate District — which includes Dearborn, Dearborn Heights and parts of Allen Park and Detroit — was the epicenter of the 2024 effort among Democrats casting protest “uncommitted” votes……
5 Aug 2026, 2:17 pm
In the middle of the river separating Serbia and Romania near the Serbian port of Prahovo, a rusty hull is now visible along with a broken mast where the Nazi flag used to fly.
5 Aug 2026, 2:16 pm
University says it has ‘new information’ about academic career of Jason Arday, the youngest black professor in its historyJason Arday, the Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism and embellishment, is to face investigation by the university after what it called “new information” regarding his qualifications and career.Cambridge initially defended Arday – the youngest black professor appointed in the university’s history, with a compelling life story of…
5 Aug 2026, 2:16 pm
The war sees a surge in attacks by both sides with little diplomatic movement.
5 Aug 2026, 2:15 pm
The wife of this director is catching on to the actress/singer.
5 Aug 2026, 2:11 pm
A livestream by celebrity blogger Perez Hilton has sparked widespread shock across social media after viewers described the footage as one of the most disturbing broadcasts they had ever seen. The video, which prompted an emergency police response, quickly spread online before being removed from several platforms, leaving many users unable to locate it despite widespread discussion. Related Articles Perez Hilton Recovering in Hospital After Disturbing Livestream Spa…
5 Aug 2026, 2:11 pm
The White House emphasized that President Trump was not in danger during the incident.
5 Aug 2026, 2:08 pm
The head of Google DeepMind is stepping down from his role and moving into a chairman position, in a major shakeup at the AI research lab. Demis Hassabis, who founded DeepMind in 2010 before it was acquired in 2014, will also become chief scientist at Google parent company Alphabet. Other high-profile DeepMind staffers are leaving to launch a startup. The moves come as Google looks to keep up in the AI race with OpenAI and Anthropic: An updated version of its flagsh…
5 Aug 2026, 2:08 pm
Leaders of the Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC) on Wednesday called on Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) to resign, as the House Ethics Committee probes abuse allegations levied against him by his ex-wife. DWC Chair Teresa Leger Fernández (N.M.) and Vice Chairs Hillary Scholten (Mich.) and Emilia Sykes (Ohio) called the alleged abuse Miller perpetrated against Emily……
5 Aug 2026, 2:04 pm
The MTA will sell its remaining machines that weigh up to 1,050lb as it transitions to contactless fare payment systemThe Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) of New York City has begun auctioning off its final MetroCard vending machines, offering New Yorkers the chance to own one of the transit system’s most recognizable fixtures as the agency continues its transition to Omny.The auction opened on Wednesday morning and will run through 19 August, according…
5 Aug 2026, 2:00 pm
In this exclusive book extract, Melissa Reddy documents the Egyptian King’s sacrifice and dedication to make his vision a realityThe entrance to Al Mokawloon Al Arab’s youth sector feels imposing. At first it is confusing to pinpoint the reason. Is it the facade; a mesh of thick concrete slabs, a marble-like trim that alters in colour depending on the light, and the no-nonsense black steel gate? Perhaps it is the stately signage of white block letters in Arabic…
5 Aug 2026, 2:00 pm
Imagine a bottle of hazardous chemicals sitting on a laboratory shelf that changes its appearance to alert scientists that its lid is not properly secured, potentially preventing a dangerous spill.
5 Aug 2026, 2:00 pm
The Cosmos electric mid-size SUV won’t arrive until the second half of 2027. …
5 Aug 2026, 2:00 pm
Google is reshuffling its AI leadership as Demis Hassabis steps away from day-to-day management of DeepMind to become chairman and Alphabet's chief scientist, while CTO Koray Kavukcuoglu takes operational control. Meanwhile, longtime chief scientist Jeff Dean and several prominent researchers are leaving to launch their own company. Axios reports: Hassabis will add the title of chief scientist for Google parent company Alphabet and also continue to lead Isomorphic L…
5 Aug 2026, 2:00 pm
Federation of Humane Organizations of West Virginia President Theresa Bruner is calling on Sen. Jim Justice to support the Greyhound Protection Act in the Senate Agriculture Committee to end state-subsidized greyhound racing.
5 Aug 2026, 2:00 pm
Leah Stokes: “Joe Biden’s signature climate law was not just about climate. The Inflation Reduction Act was also a big bet on a particular theory of politics: Pass a law that creates factories and good-paying jobs in communities across the country, and voters will reward you at the ballot box. Such a law might even become too popular to repeal.” “The conventional wisdom today is that Biden’s bet was a bust… According to this line of thinking, the IRA pou…
5 Aug 2026, 2:00 pm
The creator, showrunner and star also delves into what it took to film the “ballgame” episode.
5 Aug 2026, 2:00 pm
The pickup comes after the Jennifer Garner-led series drew strong viewing numbers.
5 Aug 2026, 2:00 pm
“The Five Star Weekend” has been renewed for a second season at Peacock. Based on Elin Hilderbrand’s 2023 novel of the same name, the drama series stars Jennifer Garner as Hollis Shaw, a famous cook and author who is grieving her late husband. The official series description reads, “Unable to move forward, the death starts […]…
5 Aug 2026, 2:00 pm
By drinking so much, the actress/singer/producer is accelerating the need to have a body part replaced again.
5 Aug 2026, 1:59 pm
Real Madrid make Vinicius Jr an improved contract offer as they look to keep the Brazil winger at the Bernabeu.
5 Aug 2026, 1:58 pm
An Australian snake catcher responded to a call from a driver who opened their glove compartment and found a large python looking back at them.
5 Aug 2026, 1:58 pm
“This will be the first election cycle where AI is both a dominant policy debate — and a widely deployed political weapon,” Axios reports. “AI allows both candidates and bad actors to persuade and perplex with unprecedented speed, scale and precision in our elections. Watch what works, as those same techniques will likely be used against YOU.”…
5 Aug 2026, 1:57 pm
The Justice Department knew or should have known for weeks that its case against a former Olympian charged with intentionally damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was flawed, and that he bore no responsibility for longstanding problems at the landmark, defense lawyers said Tuesday.