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Barcelona started their La Liga title defense with a commanding 5-0 victory at Elche, with Raphinha and Fermin Lopez each scoring twice. New signings Karim Adeyemi and Anthony Gordon made impressive debuts, though concerns remain over Gavi's injury and the unresolved striker situation.
Lando Norris secured pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix, beating George Russell and Kimi Antonelli in a qualifying session affected by rain threats. Max Verstappen will start seventh in his final home race, while Liam Lawson impressed in eighth. The race, which was won by Norris, saw Verstappen crash out early, leading to a red flag.
Chinese humanoid robots broke multiple human athletic records at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, including running the 100 meters faster than Usain Bolt's world record. The events showcase China's rapid robotics progress amid a US-China tech race, though experts note limitations in real-world deployment.
Manchester City begin the post-Guardiola era with a home game against Bournemouth, who also have a new coach in Marco Rose. With major player departures, injuries, and a Community Shield defeat, the match raises several questions about City's squad depth and tactical setup.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited Russia on August 23-24, meeting President Vladimir Putin and conveying PM Modi's personal communication. Discussions covered economic cooperation, upcoming summits, and regional issues, with both sides highlighting growing ties and setting the stage for future engagements.
A federal judge in New York ruled that the Trump administration's suspension of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries was unlawful, exceeding Secretary of State Marco Rubio's authority. The ruling vacates the policy and sets aside visa denials based solely on it, with the government likely to appeal.
President Trump announced a 90-day move to allow up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef into the U.S. without out-of-quota tariffs, claiming exporters would sell at 25% below market prices. The plan, aimed at lowering grocery costs, has drawn sharp criticism from cattle producers and Republican lawmakers in ranching states. Trump did not specify which countries would supply the beef.
In a recent phone call, US President Donald Trump and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva discussed the conflict in Ukraine, calling for a swift settlement, while Lula also raised trade tariffs and UN Security Council reform.
Tottenham Hotspur are on the verge of completing a double transfer swoop for Manchester City attackers Savinho and Omar Marmoush, with reports indicating verbal agreements and medicals scheduled. The moves come after Spurs' 3-0 opening defeat to Brentford, and the club is also exploring further attacking signings, including Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson and Monaco's Folarin Balogun.
FIFA has banned Leandro Paredes for 10 matches and fined him and three other Argentina players and a coach for post-final clashes with Spain. The Argentine Football Association was also fined for a political banner and discriminatory chants, with an appeal planned.
As India gears up for the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile is emerging as a key export item in bilateral talks, with a range of countries from the Gulf to Southeast Asia expressing interest. Recent combat use in Operation Sindoor has bolstered its appeal, and several agreements are already in place.
A phenomenon born on social media has turned into live competitions across Latin America, with teenagers facing off in 'aura battles' judged on charisma and meme references. The recent Mexico City edition drew participants and onlookers, though reports differ on prize amounts and event details.
Ethel Caterham, the world’s oldest person, celebrated her 117th birthday on 21 August 2026 at a care home in Surrey, UK. The centenarian, who attributes her longevity to avoiding arguments and doing what she likes, marked the occasion with family and friends, reflecting on a year of ‘many firsts’ that included meeting King Charles III.
President Trump led reporters on a tour of new White House construction, including a granite driveway and helipad, while the U.S. faces a record $40 trillion debt and ongoing war with Iran. Critics, including Sen. Jon Ossoff, accuse Trump of prioritizing construction over presidential duties.
A minibus carrying patients and healthcare workers collided head-on with a truck in southern Brazil's Parana state, killing at least 23 people and injuring five. Preliminary evidence suggests the truck crossed into oncoming traffic. The governor declared three days of mourning.
Amazon is rolling out its AI-powered assistant Alexa+ to all compatible Fire TV devices in the US for free, removing the need for a Prime membership or a monthly subscription. The update brings conversational search, smart home controls, and personalized recommendations to devices like Fire TV Sticks, Fire TV Cube, and select smart TVs. While the free tier excludes some advanced features, Amazon says users are engaging with the assistant nearly twice as much as with the original Alexa.
The Hind Rajab Foundation has filed a criminal complaint in India against an unnamed Israeli soldier, accusing him of involvement in the unlawful destruction of civilian property in Gaza. It is the second such complaint in India in under three months, following a case in June that saw no action from Indian authorities.
Six people deported by the U.S. to Liberia refused to get off the plane and were instead flown to Equatorial Guinea, where they are held in a hotel without medical staff and face deteriorating conditions, according to a fellow deportee and a lawyer.
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.
Julian Alvarez's future at Atletico Madrid remains unresolved as Arsenal push for a deal, with the striker reportedly softening his stance on a Premier League return while still preferring Barcelona. Elsewhere, Manchester City close in on Ayyoub Bouaddi, Liverpool pursue PSG's Bradley Barcola, and Tottenham advance on Omar Marmoush.