Iraq's Australian coach Arnold renews contract for six months
Graham Arnold has extended his contract as Iraq coach for six months, seeing him through the Gulf Cup and Asian Cup, despite being offered a four-year deal.
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On This Day, Aug. 24: Vesuvius erupts, burying Pompeii, Herculaneum
Aug. 24 marks the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D., along with the Pluto demotion in 2006 and other historic events. Two sources offer differing figures for Hurricane Andrew's death toll and damage.
The Michael Carrick question sparked by Man United’s dismal Premier League start
Michael Carrick defended his calm approach after Manchester United's 2-0 defeat at Hull City, dismissing a question about a lack of passion as 'ridiculous.' Jan Åge Fjørtoft, who conducted the interview, insists no offense was taken, while Gary Neville argues the result exposed deeper defensive issues.
Norway will drill in Arctic regardless of EU's position, says energy minister
Energy Minister Terje Aasland said Norway will continue developing Barents Sea oil and gas regardless of the EU's moratorium on Arctic drilling, and rejected the 'green battery' label. He emphasised Norway's sovereign right to develop resources, while the EU weighs energy security against environmental concerns.
Priority Jewels IPO price band set at ₹190- ₹200. Here's date, size & other key details
Priority Jewels has announced a price band of ₹190–₹200 per share for its upcoming IPO, which opens on August 28 and closes on September 1. The fresh issue of up to 45.75 lakh shares aims to raise ₹91.50 crore, with proceeds earmarked for debt repayment and general corporate purposes.
Athletics-Jefferson-Wooden beats Alfred in Silesia, Seville takes men's sprint
Melissa Jefferson-Wooden handed Julien Alfred her first loss of the season, winning the women's 100m at the Silesia Diamond League in a season's best 10.78 seconds, while Oblique Seville stormed to victory in the men's sprint with a meet record 9.83. Alison Dos Santos produced the sixth-fastest 400m hurdles time ever, and Mondo Duplantis cleared 6.20m for pole vault gold.
Palace issues worrying update as King of Norway rushed to hospital with illness
Norway's King Harald V, 89, experienced a deterioration in his health over the weekend while receiving treatment at Oslo University Hospital, according to the royal palace. He remains hospitalized with a bacterial blood infection, has responded to antibiotics, and his condition is stable. Crown Prince Haakon is serving as regent amid the 89-year-old monarch's ongoing health challenges.
Hull punished United defence in victory but Carrick’s attack is bigger area of concern
Hull City continued their remarkable start to Premier League life with a 2-0 victory over Manchester United, exposing deep attacking issues for Michael Carrick's side. While United's defensive woes dominated headlines, analysis suggests their inability to convert chances poses a greater concern.
Joao Gomes sent off for moment of madness just 40 minutes into horror Aston Villa debut with new team 4-0 down
Aston Villa's Premier League opener ended in a 4-0 defeat at Brighton, with Joao Gomes sent off 40 minutes into his debut. Unai Emery's post-match comments about Ollie Watkins' absence sparked debate, with former Villa boss Tim Sherwood criticising the manager's handling of the situation.
Tavernier Stunner Leaves City in Trouble at Halftime
Enzo Maresca secured his first Premier League win as Manchester City manager with a dramatic 2-1 comeback against Bournemouth on August 23, 2026. Marc Guehi equalized in the 84th minute and Josko Gvardiol scored a stoppage-time winner after Marcus Tavernier's first-half strike. Substitute Rayan Cherki provided both assists in the turnaround at the Etihad Stadium.
Trump agreed to India’s ‘no questions’ request at G7, then ‘forgot’ and held 45-min presser with PM Modi: US envoy
India has clarified that discussions on leaders' public appearances are standard protocol for VVIP visits, following US Ambassador Sergio Gor's claim that New Delhi requested no press questions before PM Modi's meeting with President Trump, which Trump then turned into a 45-minute press conference. The government also cited Trump's 'unpredictable behaviour' as a reason for its cautious approach.
Asia’s acquiescence in ‘reciprocal trade agreements’ fortifies Trump’s tariff wall
President Donald Trump is considering a new 7.5 percent tariff on Chinese goods over excess manufacturing capacity, according to multiple reports citing people familiar with the deliberations. Officials view the rate as calibrated to preserve a trade truce and a planned late-September meeting with Xi Jinping. The step follows a Supreme Court ruling against earlier reciprocal tariffs and comes amid wider U.S. duties that Asian economies have largely accepted without retaliation.
Stubb pledges continued support for Ukraine during Kyiv visit
Finnish President Alexander Stubb visited Kyiv with his wife and Finland's defence forces commander, drawing parallels between Ukraine's war and Finland's WWII experience while pledging sustained support. The visit included a defense cooperation roundtable that produced agreements on drone and uncrewed boat production in Finland.
Erling Haaland shaves off trademark hair ahead of Man City's Premier League opener against Bournemouth
Erling Haaland surprised fans and teammates with a new buzz cut, sharing the transformation on Instagram and YouTube. The Manchester City striker revealed he had considered the cut after the World Cup, and received reactions from Pep Guardiola, Jack Grealish, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and Noel Gallagher.
Norway Pledges $9.2 Billion Aid to Ukraine Through 2027, PM Stoere Visits Kyiv Amid Russia War
Norway announced a record $9.2 billion aid package for Ukraine in 2027, matching its 2026 contribution, as Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere joined Nordic and Baltic leaders in Kyiv. The visit highlighted defense and drone cooperation, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of a $27 billion military funding gap.
Prime minister in Kyiv: Russia shouldn't count on us tiring of Ukraine support
Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal arrived in Kyiv for a Nordic-Baltic summit with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, vowing continued support for Ukraine and increased pressure on Russia. The visit, coinciding with Ukraine's Flag Day, included a tour of a Kyiv district damaged by Russian strikes and remarks on NATO's strength and Russia's hybrid threats.
Lithuanian President arrives in Kyiv
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda and five other European leaders arrive in Kyiv to mark Flag Day and Independence Day, participating in Nordic-Baltic and Coalition of the Willing summits where new defense agreements and support commitments were announced.
Canada's Schachter, Pickett upset world No. 1 Swedes to reach semis at Montreal beach volleyball stop
Canada's Sam Schachter and Jonathan Pickett upset the world No. 1 Swedes before falling in the semifinals, then rallied to win bronze. Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson also took bronze after their three-peat bid ended in the semifinals.
Sunday's Premier League predictions and previews including Newcastle vs. Liverpool
Newcastle United host Liverpool to open the new Premier League season, with both clubs fielding new managers and dealing with lengthy injury lists. Andoni Iraola named his starting XI unchanged from the final friendly, while Jurgen Klopp's replacement sees a competitive debut for Jeremy Jacquet among a host of summer signings.
‘Sentimental Value’ Sweeps Amanda Awards
Joachim Trier's 'Sentimental Value' won eight Amanda Awards, including Best Norwegian Film, Best Director, and Best Screenplay. Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another' took Best Foreign Film, while Pia Tjelta and Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas won acting honors. The ceremony also recognized Daniel Fahre's 'The Battle of Oslo' with the People's Amanda.