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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has firmly rejected former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov's call for elections during wartime, warning they would be a 'tsunami' that could destroy the country. The dispute highlights growing internal political tensions as Russia continues its offensive and Ukraine faces missile shortages and funding gaps.
Victor Wembanyama has been appointed captain of the French national basketball team for the upcoming FIBA World Cup qualifying window, taking over from Rudy Gobert. The 22-year-old returns to the squad for the first time since the Paris Olympics, with coach Frédéric Fauthoux calling him the 'undisputed leader' of his generation.
Amazon is expanding free access to its Alexa+ AI assistant to all eligible Fire TV devices in the US, removing the previous requirement for a Prime membership or a $20 monthly subscription. The rollout is automatic and includes conversational search and smart home controls.
Moderna and Merck announced that their personalized mRNA-based cancer vaccine intismeran, combined with Keytruda, significantly reduced melanoma recurrence in a Phase 3 trial. The results, hailed as a 'landmark moment' by researchers, sent Moderna's stock soaring and marked the first successful late-stage trial for an mRNA-based cancer therapy.
Australia's foreign minister expressed outrage after Israel's military cleared personnel of criminal wrongdoing in the 2024 strike that killed Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom and six others. The decision, announced on World Humanitarian Day, drew condemnation from Australia, Britain, Canada, and Poland, while Israel's ambassador defended the investigation and suggested reparations could be considered.
Israel's housing ministry issued a tender for 1,234 housing units in the contested E1 area east of Jerusalem, drawing condemnation from European countries and Palestinian authorities. The plan, part of a larger 3,400-unit project, would link settlements between East Jerusalem and Maale Adumim, potentially dividing the West Bank. Bids close just before Israel's elections, raising concerns about the move's political timing.
Frances Tiafoe ended Brandon Nakashima's run to reach the Cincinnati Open final, where he will face Arthur Fils. Aryna Sabalenka's form worries continue after a surprise loss to Sara Bejlek, while Coco Gauff advanced to the women's final.
Nick Kyrgios has been provisionally suspended from tennis after testing positive for a cocaine metabolite at June's Mallorca Championships, with the ITIA confirming the suspension has been in place since August 4. The 31-year-old Australian issued a public apology, citing recent injuries and the mental toll of nearing the end of his career as context for his 'huge mistake.' He faces a potential ban of three months to four years and has announced he will step away from social media for 28 days to focus on his wellbeing.
The NSW Supreme Court dismissed a state bid to place Mohommed Farhat under a terrorism-related supervision order, ruling that police and lower courts wrongly labelled his anti-Israel graffiti as antisemitic. The judge criticised the handling of the case as a 'serious miscarriage of justice' and questioned the IHRA definition of antisemitism, sparking reactions from Jewish groups and politicians.
The Sydney Swans have suspended five players for the rest of the AFL season after they breached club standards, following a police investigation into an alleged sexual assault at a Melbourne hotel. Club officials and sponsors have responded, with several pausing activities and the captain and coach issuing apologies.
The UN reports that 907 aid workers were victims of violence in 2025, with 350 killed, as armed drones increasingly target humanitarian operations in conflict zones. Gaza remains the deadliest context for the third consecutive year, with 186 aid workers killed.
Erin Patterson's lawyers argued her triple-murder convictions should be quashed due to a 'catastrophic' jury sequestration failure, while the Crown sought a harsher sentence, calling her crimes 'truly dreadful'. The Victorian Court of Appeal heard both challenges, with decisions reserved.
The Sydney Swans have suspended five players for the remainder of the season for breaching club standards, following a police investigation into an alleged sexual assault. The players have not been charged, and the club stresses the sanctions are separate from the investigation.
New research has found that a parasite associated with the 'mushy fish' phenomenon in yellowtail kingfish is present in New South Wales for the first time, with 38.9% of sampled fish infected. Most infected fish show no symptoms, meaning the problem could be much more widespread than previously recognized.
Unitree Robotics, the world's largest humanoid robot maker, surged more than 600% on its Shanghai debut, marking a milestone for China's robotics ambitions. The IPO was met with extraordinary retail demand, and the company is now valued at billions of dollars, amid a broader US-China race in robotics.
A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that flight attendants and pilots face the highest risk of dying from radiation-related cancers, even exceeding workers in radioactive material industries. The research, based on over 12 million death certificates, suggests occupational cosmic radiation exposure is a key factor, with experts calling for increased awareness and monitoring.
Russia holds the world's largest forest area with 833 million hectares, followed by Brazil, Canada, the U.S. and China. India ranks ninth with 73 million hectares, while eight American nations feature among the top 15, which together account for nearly three-quarters of global forests.
Fire authorities across Australia are warning of heightened bushfire danger this spring, with the Northern Territory, New South Wales, and Queensland facing elevated risk. A strengthening El Niño is contributing, but dry conditions and increased fuel loads are also key drivers. Residents are urged to prepare now.
Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh, the Westmeath Rose, won the Rose of Tralee festival, triumphing over 31 other Roses. The 25-year-old, who has alopecia, used the stage to raise awareness and was presented with her sash by last year's winner, Kathlyn Cummins.
Take-Two Interactive has filed DMCA subpoenas against Microsoft and Discord to identify the source of recent Grand Theft Auto VI leaks, with a deadline of September 4. The leaks, attributed to a person or group called CyberLeek, have prompted legal action and concerns over the game's marketing campaign.