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Tatis makes spectacular leaping catch to rob Devers of a home run
2025-08-21

Tatis makes spectacular leaping catch to rob Devers of a home run

San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. made a sensational leaping catch to rob San Francisco’s Rafael Devers of a home run. The left-handed Devers lifted a high fly ball off left-hander JP Sears with one out in the...

Bus crash in Afghanistan kills 79 people returning from Iran
2025-08-21

Bus crash in Afghanistan kills 79 people returning from Iran

A bus crash in northwestern Afghanistan killed at least 79 people returning from Iran, including 19 children, an official said.

Suarez scores twice, Inter Miami overcomes Messi's absence to beat Tigres 2-1 in Leagues Cup
2025-08-21

Suarez scores twice, Inter Miami overcomes Messi's absence to beat Tigres 2-1 in Leagues Cup

Luis Suarez scored twice on penalty kicks and Inter Miami overcame Lionel Messi’s absence to beat Tigres UANL from Mexico 2-1 in a Leagues Cup quarterfinal Wednesday night. After leading his team to victory over the LA Galaxy, Messi did...

Gurriel, Del Castillo rally Diamondbacks past Guardians in victory
2025-08-21

Gurriel, Del Castillo rally Diamondbacks past Guardians in victory

PHOENIX (AP) — Lourdes Gurriel Jr. led off the ninth inning with a tying homer, Adrian Del Castillo had a broken-bat RBI single in the 10th and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-2 on Wednesday.

Mexico City mayor says police have arrested 13 in connection with killings of her staffers
2025-08-21

Mexico City mayor says police have arrested 13 in connection with killings of her staffers

MEXICO CITY (AP) — At least 13 people allegedly involved in the killing of two members of Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada's staff in May were arrested Wednesday for their alleged roles in what authorities described as a meticulously planned hit on two people close to the capital's leader. Three of those arrested allegedly were [...]

Man Dies On Livestream After Regularly Enduring Violence And Humiliations In Videos
2025-08-21

Man Dies On Livestream After Regularly Enduring Violence And Humiliations In Videos

A lawyer for one of the co-streamers of the 46-year-old French man known online as Jean Pormanove said the violence was staged.

Israel Approves Major West Bank Settlement Project
2025-08-21

Israel Approves Major West Bank Settlement Project

Israel approved a major settlement project on Wednesday in an area of the occupied West Bank that the international community has warned threatens the viability of a future Palestinian state.

Pensioners on the frontline of Argentina’s fiery politics
2025-08-21

Pensioners on the frontline of Argentina’s fiery politics

It has become a tradition Argentina’s capital Buenos Aires: each Wednesday, baton-wielding riot police corral or confront a band of protesters brandishing signs, shopping bags and walking frames. For sure, these veteran “militants” are vocal. Sometimes they are even feisty. But they are also gray-haired, wrinkled and at times struggle to keep their balance. “For [...]The post Pensioners on the frontline of Argentina’s fiery politics appeared first on Digital Journal.

‘Moral imperative’: Hundreds of UK business leaders demand action on Israel
2025-08-21

‘Moral imperative’: Hundreds of UK business leaders demand action on Israel

More than 700 acclaimed professionals call for arms embargo, sanctions and scrutiny as Gaza faces darkest days.

Texas House approves plan to redraw congressional maps to favour Republicans
2025-08-21

Texas House approves plan to redraw congressional maps to favour Republicans

The Texas House on Wednesday approved redrawn congressional maps that would give Republicans a bigger edge in 2026, muscling through a partisan gerrymander that launched weeks of protests by Democrats and a widening national battle over redistricting.

State Department employee fired after questioning talking points on Israel and Gaza
2025-08-21

State Department employee fired after questioning talking points on Israel and Gaza

WASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department has fired a press officer who was responsible for drafting Trump administration talking points about policy toward Israel and Gaza after complaints from the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem. Officials said Shahed Ghoreishi, a contractor working for the Bureau of Near East Affairs, was terminated over the weekend following two [...]

Cooler change | 13Weather Blog
2025-08-21

Cooler change | 13Weather Blog

The cooler change is here and even cooler air is in the 7 day forecast.

AP News Summary at 10:00 p.m. EDT
2025-08-21

AP News Summary at 10:00 p.m. EDT

Texas House approves redrawn maps sought by Trump ahead of 2026 elections

New Pennsylvania Project Marks Milestone With 10th Podcast Episode
2025-08-21

New Pennsylvania Project Marks Milestone With 10th Podcast Episode

CHESTER, PA — The New Pennsylvania Project (NPP) is celebrating the release of the 10th episode of Slingshot The Podcast, a series aimed at amplifying underrepresented voices and promoting civic ...

2025-08-21

Swiatek and Ruud meet defending champs Errani and Vavassori in US Open mixed doubles final

Iga Swiatek and Casper Ruud will play defending champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori on Wednesday night for the U.S. Open mixed doubles title and $1 million. Swiatek and Ruud, the No. 3 seeds, beat top-seeded Jessica Pegula 3-5, 5-3,...

Why the Defense Industrial Base Is So Hard to Fix
2025-08-20

Why the Defense Industrial Base Is So Hard to Fix

Supply chain and raw material uncertainty as well as a declining workforce are at the root of America's defense industrial base woes.The post Why the Defense Industrial Base Is So Hard to Fix appeared first on The National Interest.

DeSantis awards posthumous Governor’s Medal of Freedom to Jimmy Buffett, Florida lawmakers
2025-08-20

DeSantis awards posthumous Governor’s Medal of Freedom to Jimmy Buffett, Florida lawmakers

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has posthumously awarded five notable Floridians with the Governor’s Medal of Freedom, one of the state’s highest honors. The awardees include the state’s last Democratic governor, Buddy MacKay, who was a citrus farmer, policy wonk and diplomat; former Democratic governor and U.S. Sen. Bob Graham, who was [...]

Congo's draft peace deal with M23 seeks to return government control to rebel-held areas
2025-08-20

Congo's draft peace deal with M23 seeks to return government control to rebel-held areas

A draft peace deal between Congo's government and the Rwandan-backed M23 rebels aims to restore government control over rebel-held areas

Trump Wants to Paint Border Wall Black so It’s Too Hot to Touch
2025-08-20

Trump Wants to Paint Border Wall Black so It’s Too Hot to Touch

Speaking near the border in New Mexico on Tuesday, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said crews have begun painting sections of the 30-foot steel bollards that make up the barriers.

Hundreds of historic tall ships are arriving in Amsterdam for a maritime festival
2025-08-20

Hundreds of historic tall ships are arriving in Amsterdam for a maritime festival

Each tall ship is greeted with two cannon shots and its country’s national anthem as it enters the harbor.

Airman Killed in Off-Base AK-47 Shooting Near F.E. Warren Air Force Base Identified
2025-08-20

Airman Killed in Off-Base AK-47 Shooting Near F.E. Warren Air Force Base Identified

An airman stationed at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, who died after being shot by an AK-47 fired through the wall of an off-base apartment in Wyoming, has been identified by service officials.

More drops for Nvidia, Palantir and other AI stars drag Wall Street lower
2025-08-20

More drops for Nvidia, Palantir and other AI stars drag Wall Street lower

Nvidia, Palantir and other superstar AI stocks are dragging Wall Street lower again. The S&P 500 fell 0.9% Wednesday and was on track for a fourth straight loss after setting an all-time high last week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average...

What happens when a fan gets too close? ‘Lurker’ explores the dark side of celebrity
2025-08-20

What happens when a fan gets too close? ‘Lurker’ explores the dark side of celebrity

Fandom is a funny thing in the age of social media. Spend enough time scrolling and it’s easy to feel like you really know a celebrity, and all their friends. The new film “Lurker,” a Sundance breakou...

Summer celebrations meet closed beaches and warnings on US East Coast due to Hurricane Erin
2025-08-20

Summer celebrations meet closed beaches and warnings on US East Coast due to Hurricane Erin

From Florida to New England, people trying to enjoy the last hurrahs of summer along the coast were met with rip current warnings, closed beaches and in some cases already treacherous waves as Hurricane Erin inched closer Wednesday.While forecasters remain confident that the center of the monste...

'The damage is done': Marketing expert weighs reputational fallout after Air Canada strike
2025-08-20

'The damage is done': Marketing expert weighs reputational fallout after Air Canada strike

In Canada's relatively non-competitive airline market, price plays a greater role than loyalty when it comes to consumer decision making.

New method could detect deadly designer drugs faster
2025-08-20

New method could detect deadly designer drugs faster

Some new drugs replicate the effects of known illicit substances, but can't presently be identified in urine samples as there is no specific test for them.

Israel to Mobilize Tens of Thousands of Reservists for Expanded Gaza Operation
2025-08-20

Israel to Mobilize Tens of Thousands of Reservists for Expanded Gaza Operation

Israel's military said Wednesday it would call up tens of thousands of reservists and extend the service of others for an expanded military operation in Gaza City.

At least 21 killed in Pakistan torrential rain, flooding
2025-08-20

At least 21 killed in Pakistan torrential rain, flooding

Schools shut and villages swept away as Pakistan reels from monsoon devastation.

Taiwanese court sentences ex-legislator's son for illegal fuel transfers to North Korea
2025-08-20

Taiwanese court sentences ex-legislator's son for illegal fuel transfers to North Korea

Huang Chung-wei was sentenced to 28 months in prison by the district court in the southern port city of Kaohsiung on Tuesday. Five others also received prison terms.

Ranger fired for hanging transgender flag in Yosemite and park visitors may face prosecution
2025-08-20

Ranger fired for hanging transgender flag in Yosemite and park visitors may face prosecution

A Yosemite National Park ranger was fired after hanging a pride flag from El Capitan while some visitors face potential prosecution for alleged violations of protest restrictions that have been tightened under President Donald Trump.

India's Modi meets China's top diplomat as Asian powers rebuild ties
2025-08-20

India's Modi meets China's top diplomat as Asian powers rebuild ties

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met China's top diplomat and hailed the “steady progress” made in improving the countries' relationship after a yearslong standoff between the nuclear-armed powers. China's foreign ministry after Foreign Minister Wang Yi's meeting said the...

Scherzer, Springer lead Blue Jays to win over Pirates
2025-08-20

Scherzer, Springer lead Blue Jays to win over Pirates

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Max Scherzer pitched six strong innings to notch his 220th career win, and George Springer hit an early two-run home run as the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-3 on Tuesday night.

Tariffs Are a Buzzkill for the Coffee Biz
2025-08-20

Tariffs Are a Buzzkill for the Coffee Biz

Bad news, coffee drinkers: According to the latest inflation report, the average retail price of roasted coffee has risen 14.8% since last July.Worse news: Some of President Donald Trump’s highest new tariffs started this month and are throwing the coffee...

Sun beat the Mystics to end a 13-game road losing streak
2025-08-20

Sun beat the Mystics to end a 13-game road losing streak

WASHINGTON (AP) — Saniya Rivers scored 17 points, Olivia Nelson-Ododa had 15 points and nine rebounds, and the Connecticut Sun beat the Washington Mystics 80-69 on Tuesday night to end a 13-game road losing streak.

Who is Catherine Hanaway? Meet Missouri’s next attorney general
2025-08-20

Who is Catherine Hanaway? Meet Missouri’s next attorney general

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Catherine Hanaway, a longtime figure in Missouri Republican politics, will return to public office next month to become the state’s next attorney general.

Should WA test human waste fertilizer for PFAS?
2025-08-20

Should WA test human waste fertilizer for PFAS?

Farmers across Washington already spread thousands of tons of fertilizer from human waste on their crops each year, but there’s a major blind spot when it comes to potential contaminants.

Baldwin's 2-run single in 8th caps 6-run comeback as Braves rally past White Sox 11-10
2025-08-20

Baldwin's 2-run single in 8th caps 6-run comeback as Braves rally past White Sox 11-10

Drake Baldwin hit a two-run single with two outs in the eighth inning and the Atlanta Braves rallied from a six-run deficit to defeat the Chicago White Sox 11-10. Michael Harris II and Jurickson Profar each hit a two-run homer....

Gleyber Torres draws game-ending walk as Detroit Tigers beat Houston Astros 1-0 in 10 innings
2025-08-20

Gleyber Torres draws game-ending walk as Detroit Tigers beat Houston Astros 1-0 in 10 innings

Gleyber Torres drew a 10th-inning walk to send home Wenceel Pérez and give the Detroit Tigers a 1-0 win over Houston, the Astros third consecutive shutout loss. Pérez started the 10th as the automatic runner on second base and took...

Israel-France row flares over Macron's move to recognise Palestinian state
2025-08-20

Israel-France row flares over Macron's move to recognise Palestinian state

A row between Israel and France over Paris's plan to recognise a Palestinian state next month escalated to crisis level on Tuesday when Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused President Emmanuel Macron of fomenting "antisemitism".

Kim's sister says North Korea will never see the South as a diplomatic partner
2025-08-20

Kim's sister says North Korea will never see the South as a diplomatic partner

The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said her country will never see South Korea as a partner for diplomacy. The remarks reported Wednesday were her latest taunt of Seoul’s government’s efforts to mend ties. Kim Yo...

Skylar Diggins scores 24, Nneka Ogwumike adds 21 to help Storm beat Sky 94-88
2025-08-20

Skylar Diggins scores 24, Nneka Ogwumike adds 21 to help Storm beat Sky 94-88

Skylar Diggins scored 24 points, Nneka Ogwumike added 21 points and the Chicago Sky beat the Seattle Storm 94-88. Chicago has lost five games in a row and 13 of its last 14. Dominique Malonga had 15 points, seven rebounds...

2025-08-20

Bill to remove ultra-processed foods from school meals set for hearing in California Senate

A bill that would make California the first in the nation to phase out “particularly harmful” ultra-processed foods from the 1 billion school meals served in the state each year faces a key Senate committee hearing next week as critics...

Washington state’s public water systems would need $1.6 billion for initial PFAS cleanup, state officials say
2025-08-20

Washington state’s public water systems would need $1.6 billion for initial PFAS cleanup, state officials say

The Environmental Protection Agency announced the first national drinking water standard for six so-called forever chemicals Wednesday, a change that could cost Washington public water utilities an estimated $1.6 billion, according to state officials.

Erasmus makes 10 changes to Springboks lineup after shocking Rugby Championship loss to Australia
2025-08-20

Erasmus makes 10 changes to Springboks lineup after shocking Rugby Championship loss to Australia

South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus has made 10 changes to his starting lineup for Saturday's second test against Australia as the Rugby World Cup champions aim to bounce back from a shocking 38-22 home loss to the Wallabies. The changes...

2025-08-20

‘Free Nicole’: Fort Worth officials, faith leaders rally in support of state representative

FORT WORTH, Texas — Tarrant County faith leaders along with city and county officials rallied in downtown Fort Worth on Tuesday in support of State Rep. Nicole Collier.

Colombian court frees former President Uribe from house arrest until it rules on bribery case
2025-08-20

Colombian court frees former President Uribe from house arrest until it rules on bribery case

A Colombian appeals court has ruled that former President Alvaro Uribe must be released from house arrest

In Georgia, ICE rides shotgun with local police to find and arrest immigrants
2025-08-19

In Georgia, ICE rides shotgun with local police to find and arrest immigrants

ATLANTA — In two separate June 11 incidents, police reports show federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents worked hand-in-hand with local Chatham County police patrols to find and detain immigrants — with one of the reports specifying the ICE agent...

Qatar urges a Gaza ceasefire after 'positive response' from Hamas
2025-08-19

Qatar urges a Gaza ceasefire after 'positive response' from Hamas

The prospect of an expanded assault on areas sheltering hundreds of thousands of civilians has sparked condemnation inside Israel and abroad.

A New Zealand Soldier Admits Attempted Espionage in the Country's First Spying Conviction
2025-08-19

A New Zealand Soldier Admits Attempted Espionage in the Country's First Spying Conviction

A New Zealand soldier who tried to spy for a foreign power has admitted to attempted espionage in a military court.

5th person dies after a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak sickens dozens in New York City
2025-08-19

5th person dies after a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak sickens dozens in New York City

NEW YORK (AP) — A fifth person has died in connection with a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City, health officials said. The outbreak in Central Harlem has sickened dozens since it began i...

‘Weapons’ Stays No. 1 at U.K. and Ireland Box Office as ‘Materialists’ and Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ Open Strong
2025-08-19

‘Weapons’ Stays No. 1 at U.K. and Ireland Box Office as ‘Materialists’ and Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ Open Strong

Warner Bros.’ “Weapons” held the No. 1 position at the U.K. and Ireland box office for a second weekend, adding £1.5 million ($2.1 million) and bringing its total to £6.2 million ($8.4 million), according to Comscore. Sony Pictures launched Celine Song’s romantic drama “Materialists,” starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal, straight into second [...]

Suspect in car-ramming attack on German Christmas market charged with murder
2025-08-19

Suspect in car-ramming attack on German Christmas market charged with murder

Prosecutors in Germany say the suspect in a deadly car-ramming attack on a Christmas market has been charged with murder, attempted murder and bodily harm

Serbia protesters accuse police of abuse and warn of ‘spiral of violence’
2025-08-19

Serbia protesters accuse police of abuse and warn of ‘spiral of violence’

Serbian anti-government protesters accused police Tuesday of beating and threatening detained activists, fuelling fears of a spiralling crackdown after a week of violent clashes. Almost daily protests have gripped Serbia since November, sparked by the collapse of a railway station roof that killed 16 people. The tragedy became a symbol of deep-rooted corruption in the [...]The post Serbia protesters accuse police of abuse and warn of ‘spiral of violence’ appeared first on Digital Journal.

A record 383 aid workers were killed in global hotspots in 2024, nearly half in Gaza, U.N. says
2025-08-19

A record 383 aid workers were killed in global hotspots in 2024, nearly half in Gaza, U.N. says

U.N. humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher said the record number of killings must be a wake-up call to protect civilians caught in conflict and all those trying to help them.

Macron Calls Putin an ‘Ogre at Our Doorstep’
2025-08-19

Macron Calls Putin an ‘Ogre at Our Doorstep’

The remarks were a considerable shift in sentiment between President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia and France’s president, Emmanuel Macron, who called Moscow a potential threat for many European countries.

Years after abuse reports, ex-coach at renowned US gymnastics academy is arrested by FBI
2025-08-19

Years after abuse reports, ex-coach at renowned US gymnastics academy is arrested by FBI

A coach at a center in Iowa that trained Olympic champions is facing allegations that he abused young female gymnasts.

2025-08-19

Comedians’ Atlanta airport search lawsuit isn’t over yet, appeals court rules

ATLANTA — A federal appeals court has revived part of a lawsuit by comedian-actors Eric André and Clayton English alleging Clayton County police officers unlawfully stopped and searched them while they boarded flights at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

US says it played no part in release of Israeli official accused soliciting sex from minor
2025-08-19

US says it played no part in release of Israeli official accused soliciting sex from minor

The US State Department said on Monday that the American government played no role in the release of an Israeli official charged with soliciting sex electronically from a minor.

2025-08-19

Trump planning for Putin-Zelenskyy meeting; Brewers bounce back | Hot off the Wire podcast

🎧 Get the latest national, international, sports and entertainment news on our daily podcast.

Maduro says mobilizing millions of militia after US 'threats'
2025-08-19

Maduro says mobilizing millions of militia after US 'threats'

Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro on Monday said he would deploy 4.5 million militia members in response to US "threats," after Washington raised the bounty for his arrest and launched anti-drug operations in the Caribbean.

2025-08-19

Highlights of Zelenskiy's Press Conference After Summit With Trump

(Reuters) -Following are key quotes from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's press conference after meeting U.S. President Donald Trump and...

HK scientist puts hope in nest boxes to save endangered cockatoos
2025-08-19

HK scientist puts hope in nest boxes to save endangered cockatoos

Above the teeming shopping streets of Hong Kong's Causeway Bay district, a fight to save one of the world's most endangered species is unfolding high in the branches of a decades-old cotton tree.

Jordan to reinstate military draft amid tensions with Israel
2025-08-19

Jordan to reinstate military draft amid tensions with Israel

Questions over the timing of the directive to reintroduce conscription were posed in a Sunday report by Israel's public broadcaster KAN News. The Jordanian...

Cardinals snap 5-game losing streak with 8-3 win over Marlins
2025-08-19

Cardinals snap 5-game losing streak with 8-3 win over Marlins

Alec Burleson went 3 for 4, including the go-ahead single in the seventh inning, and the St. Louis Cardinals ended their five-game losing streak with an 8-3 win against the Miami Marlins. Right fielder Dane Myers was unable to make...

What to know about Bolivia's election that elevated a centrist shaking up the political landscape
2025-08-19

What to know about Bolivia's election that elevated a centrist shaking up the political landscape

One candidate is Rodrigo Paz, a conservative centrist senator and son of a neoliberal ex-president who is pitching himself as a moderate reformer

European Leaders’ Rush to Trump-Zelensky Meeting Appears to Have Paid Off
2025-08-19

European Leaders’ Rush to Trump-Zelensky Meeting Appears to Have Paid Off

Jolted by President Trump’s support for possible land swaps in Ukraine, they went to back President Volodymyr Zelensky, a move that appeared to have accomplished its goal.

Trump vows to change how elections are run. The US Constitution doesn't give him that power
2025-08-19

Trump vows to change how elections are run. The US Constitution doesn't give him that power

President Donald Trump is vowing more changes to the way elections are conducted in the U.S., but based on the Constitution there is little to nothing he can do on his own. He pledged on his social media site that...

Police chase anti-government protesters in Serbia as president pledges crackdown
2025-08-19

Police chase anti-government protesters in Serbia as president pledges crackdown

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Thousands of anti-government protesters marched again in Serbia on Monday with baton-wielding riot police chasing them in downtown Belgrade, prompting Serbia's populist President Aleksandar Vucic to reiterate his pledge of a planned major crackdown against the demonstrators. The protest in the country's capital was peaceful until a group of young people, [...]

Justice Department to begin giving Congress files from Epstein probe: Lawmaker
2025-08-19

Justice Department to begin giving Congress files from Epstein probe: Lawmaker

The Justice Department has agreed to provide to Congress documents from the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking investigation.

Prosecutors indict the son of Norway’s crown princess on multiple counts including rape | CNN
2025-08-19

Prosecutors indict the son of Norway’s crown princess on multiple counts including rape | CNN

Norwegian prosecutors on Monday announced that they have indicted the eldest son of Norway’s crown princess on multiple charges including rape after a lengthy investigation.

North Korean leader slams South Korea-US military drills while inspecting his most powerful warship
2025-08-19

North Korean leader slams South Korea-US military drills while inspecting his most powerful warship

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has condemned South Korean-U.S. military drills and vowed to expand his nuclear forces rapidly

Why The Boeing 787 Dreamliner Has Such Flexible Wings
2025-08-19

Why The Boeing 787 Dreamliner Has Such Flexible Wings

The how and why behind the bendy wings of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

WATCH | Israel digs in on Gaza takeover as Hamas reportedly softens on ceasefire
2025-08-19

WATCH | Israel digs in on Gaza takeover as Hamas reportedly softens on ceasefire

As Hamas reportedly agreed to some ceasefire terms that would include the return of more hostages, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered troops to take more of Gaza.

Hisense Launches Free Streaming Service Powered by Xumo
2025-08-19

Hisense Launches Free Streaming Service Powered by Xumo

PHILADELPHIA, PA & SUWANEE, GA — Hisense has introduced Hisense Channels, a new free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) service that will deliver more than 200 premium channels to its smart ...

Bryan Kohberger said name of victim during attack on Idaho students, documents show
2025-08-18

Bryan Kohberger said name of victim during attack on Idaho students, documents show

A surviving roommate who encountered the masked intruder who slaughtered four University of Idaho students in an off-campus home in 2022 initially told investigators she heard an unknown male voice refer to a victim by her name

US Seeks Shipbuilding Expertise from South Korea and Japan to Counter China
2025-08-18

US Seeks Shipbuilding Expertise from South Korea and Japan to Counter China

American lawmakers are using a trip to South Korea and Japan to explore how the United States can tap those allies’ shipbuilding expertise and capacity to help boost its own capabilities.

2025-08-18

O'Reilly Auto Parts will take over as title sponsor for NASCAR's second-tier series

O’Reilly Auto Parts will become the title sponsor for NASCAR’s second-tier national series when the Xfinity Series is renamed. The multiyear partnership was announced Monday. It includes promotional opportunities and brand integrations with The CW Network, which is the exclusive...

NGO petitions High Court: Forbid use of mounted police to break up protests
2025-08-18

NGO petitions High Court: Forbid use of mounted police to break up protests

The use of mounted cops has a “chilling effect” that discourages citizens from realizing their right to protest, and “harms the foundations of democracy...

Arab mediators try to revive Gaza ceasefire talks as Palestinian death toll passes 62,000
2025-08-18

Arab mediators try to revive Gaza ceasefire talks as Palestinian death toll passes 62,000

Egyptian and Qatari mediators were holding talks with Hamas in their latest effort to broker a ceasefire with Israel in the Gaza Strip, where health authorities said Monday that the Palestinian death toll from 22 months of war has passed 62,000.U.S. President Donald Trump appeared to cast doubt ...

NASCAR gets new title sponsor for its secondary series
2025-08-18

NASCAR gets new title sponsor for its secondary series

Xfinity has been the title sponsor of NASCAR’s No. 2 series since 2015.

Prosecutors indict the son of Norway’s crown princess on multiple counts including rape
2025-08-18

Prosecutors indict the son of Norway’s crown princess on multiple counts including rape

OSLO, Norway (AP) — Norwegian prosecutors on Monday announced that they have indicted Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Norway’s crown princess, on multiple charges including rape after a lengthy i...

Traffic alert: Delays on Pattullo Bridge due to collision
2025-08-18

Traffic alert: Delays on Pattullo Bridge due to collision

Only one lane in each direction is open on the bridge, said DriveBC

Strike by 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants declared illegal
2025-08-18

Strike by 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants declared illegal

The Canada Industrial Relations Board has declared a strike by 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants illegal and ordered them back on the job after they ignored an earlier order to return to work and submit to arbitration

2025-08-18

Trump, Zelenskyy to meet; Scheffler rallies to win BMW | Hot off the Wire podcast

On today’s episode: Hurrican Erin threatens the East Coast; President Donald Trump will meet with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy; Air Canada suspended plans to restart operations; Bolivia’s presidential eleciton is heading to a runoff; the latest on Israel; legendary actor...

40 Years of Nebraska Vietnam Veterans Reunions. Now, a Final 'Taps'
2025-08-18

40 Years of Nebraska Vietnam Veterans Reunions. Now, a Final 'Taps'

In a pesky drizzle, a handful of people recently set out 400 small American flags on an empty lot in memory of the 400 Nebraska men who died in the Vietnam War.

Texas Democrats Say They're Ending A Two-Week Walkout Over Gerrymandered U.S. House Map Plan
2025-08-18

Texas Democrats Say They're Ending A Two-Week Walkout Over Gerrymandered U.S. House Map Plan

Texas Democrats say they are ending a two-week walkout that stalled Republican efforts to redraw congressional districts.

Texas Democrats say they’re ending a two-week walkout over gerrymandered US House map plan
2025-08-18

Texas Democrats say they’re ending a two-week walkout over gerrymandered US House map plan

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Democrats say they are ending a two-week walkout that stalled Republican efforts to redraw congressional districts to satisfy President Donald Trump’s demands for a greater...

FIFA President Gianni Infantino condemns ‘unacceptable’ racism after incidents at German Cup games
2025-08-18

FIFA President Gianni Infantino condemns ‘unacceptable’ racism after incidents at German Cup games

ZURICH (AP) — FIFA President Gianni Infantino says that two incidents of alleged racist abuse which marred German Cup games are “unacceptable” as German police investigate. Infantino’s comments came a day after Schalke’s Christopher Antwi-Adjei said he was subjected to racist abuse in a cup game at Lokomotive Leipzig. He was whistled by fans throughout [...]

2 premature babies die from infection linked to suspected dish soap contamination at Italy hospital as director warns ‘not unique’ issue
2025-08-18

2 premature babies die from infection linked to suspected dish soap contamination at Italy hospital as director warns ‘not unique’ issue

The germ was linked to the industrial dishwashing soap used at the hospital, which was swiftly recalled.

Australian court fines Qantas US$59 million for illegal layoffs
2025-08-18

Australian court fines Qantas US$59 million for illegal layoffs

An Australian court fined Qantas Aus$90 million (US$59 million) on Monday for illegally laying off 1,800 ground staff during the Covid-19 pandemic, ending a five-year legal battle over the workers’ rights. Federal Court Justice Michael Lee said he wanted the penalty to be a “real deterrence” to firms that might be tempted by the financial [...]The post Australian court fines Qantas US$59 million for illegal layoffs appeared first on Digital Journal.

Rooms of their own: women-only communities thrive in China
2025-08-18

Rooms of their own: women-only communities thrive in China

Laughter erupts over a board game and coffee at a rural cottage in China’s eastern province of Zhejiang, one of a growing number of women-only co-living spaces far from social pressures and male judgment. Women come to share mutual support and “talk freely about intimate stuff” while others seek companionship or refuge from harassment, participants [...]The post Rooms of their own: women-only communities thrive in China appeared first on Digital Journal.

Israel Railways settles with Paralympic medalist over gender discrimination case
2025-08-18

Israel Railways settles with Paralympic medalist over gender discrimination case

A supervisor demanded that Roni Ohayon give up a seat for the disabled because an ultra-Orthodox man refused to sit next to her. The Tel Aviv Magistrate's...

Hong Kong court begins hearing final arguments in Jimmy Lai’s national security trial
2025-08-18

Hong Kong court begins hearing final arguments in Jimmy Lai’s national security trial

HONG KONG (AP) — A Hong Kong court began hearing final arguments Monday in the landmark national security trial of former pro-democracy newspaper founder Jimmy Lai, who could be sentenced to up to lif...

WATCH | Why this Wales rugby team carried a friend in a wheelchair up a mountain
2025-08-18

WATCH | Why this Wales rugby team carried a friend in a wheelchair up a mountain

Mark Owen tells The National about the moment members of Bangor Rugby Club carried a teammate’s father up the highest mountain in Wales as a fundraising effort.

Hong Kong court begins hearing final arguments in Jimmy Lai's national security trial
2025-08-18

Hong Kong court begins hearing final arguments in Jimmy Lai's national security trial

HONG KONG (AP) — A Hong Kong court began hearing final arguments Monday in the landmark national security trial of former pro-democracy newspaper founder Jimmy Lai, who could be sentenced to up to life in prison if he is convicted. Lai, 77, was arrested in 2020 under a national security law imposed by Beijing following [...]

2025-08-18

Socialism is defeated as Bolivia heads to presidential election runoff

Centrist Rodrigo Paz and right-wing Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga won the most votes, marking the end of a socialist era where leftist Evo Morales dominated for nearly 20 years.

PENN Entertainment Opens $185 Million Hollywood Casino Joliet, Ushering in New Era of Gaming and Dining
2025-08-18

PENN Entertainment Opens $185 Million Hollywood Casino Joliet, Ushering in New Era of Gaming and Dining

WYOMISSING, PA & JOLIET, IL —PENN Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: PENN) officially opened its new land-based Hollywood Casino Joliet on August 7, marking a significant milestone for both the company and ...

Saints trade DT Khalen Saunders to the Jaguars following the teams' preseason game, AP source says
2025-08-18

Saints trade DT Khalen Saunders to the Jaguars following the teams' preseason game, AP source says

A person familiar with negotiations says two-time Super Bowl champion defensive tackle Khalen Saunders is being traded from New Orleans to Jacksonville. The swap comes hours after the teams played a preseason game Sunday at the Superdome. The person spoke...

Bolivia’s presidential vote headed for first-ever runoff between centrist, right-wing candidates
2025-08-18

Bolivia’s presidential vote headed for first-ever runoff between centrist, right-wing candidates

LA PAZ, Bolivia (AP) — Bolivians were headed for an unprecedented runoff presidential election following a vote Sunday in which a dark horse centrist, Sen. Rodrigo Paz, drew more votes than the right-wing front-runners, although not enough to secure an...

Zelensky returns to site of stunning Oval Office shouting match
2025-08-18

Zelensky returns to site of stunning Oval Office shouting match

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky returns to the Oval Office on Monday for the first time since a spectacularly tense exchange with Donald Trump saw their talks cut short and question marks raised over future US support. At the February 28 meeting, Trump and Vice President JD Vance berated Zelensky on live television, accusing him of [...]The post Zelensky returns to site of stunning Oval Office shouting match appeared first on Digital Journal.