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Portugal's president has enacted a law prohibiting face coverings in public, a measure widely seen as targeting Muslim women. The law, dubbed the 'burqa law' by local media, was passed with the support of the right-wing coalition and far-right parties, drawing criticism from left-wing parties who warn of Islamophobia risks.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to relocate to the UK later this month with their children, but questions over security, royal family reactions, and how long the stay will last dominate coverage. Prime Minister Andy Burnham says their security is a private matter, while some tabloids report sources suggesting the move may be temporary.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly planning to move back to the United Kingdom later this month, six years after stepping down as working royals. Their children have been enrolled in a British school, sparking questions about security, royal relations, and Meghan's potential return to acting.
Republic of Ireland striker Troy Parrott could make his Real Betis debut on Tuesday against Valencia, with manager Manuel Pellegrini confirming he will travel with the squad. The move from AZ Alkmaar, reportedly around €20 million, is set to trigger a sell-on clause benefiting former club Tottenham Hotspur.
France has recorded more than 7,300 excess deaths during a summer marked by a record 52 days of heatwaves, according to health authorities. The deaths, mostly among people aged 75 and over, cannot yet be definitively attributed to heat, with final figures expected in autumn. Separately, drownings in France have surged by 14% compared to last summer, which the sports minister linked to the repeated heatwaves.
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.
A deep partial lunar eclipse will occur on Aug. 27-28, 2026, with about 96% of the moon entering Earth's umbra. Visible across the Americas, Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia, it will not be a true blood moon but will give the lunar surface a reddish or coppery hue. Observers in the Americas are best positioned, while those in India will miss the event.
Princess Eugenie named her newborn daughter Adelaide Elizabeth Annina Brooksbank, a choice that has reportedly left grandmother Sarah Ferguson feeling hurt, as the name does not include 'Sarah' or 'Margaret'. The snub adds to a wider family rift, with coverage of the birth also noting Ferguson's lack of an Instagram tribute and her past association with Jeffrey Epstein.
Egypt's hesitation to join the Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan Mecca Pact is layered, with analysts pointing to India ties, Saudi opposition, and Cairo's non-aligned instincts. Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar has publicly questioned the pact's effectiveness.
Thousands of mourners lined the streets of Swansea as Bonnie Tyler's coffin returned home for a service celebrating her life. The singer, who died in July at 75, was remembered with songs, personal anecdotes, and a deep sense of local pride.
NASA has shared video of the August 12 total solar eclipse taken from a WB-57 aircraft flying at 50,000 feet. The footage, captured with cameras developed at Langley Research Center, shows the eclipse's progression and a solar prominence, part of an effort to study the Sun's corona.
Jose Mourinho starts his second spell as Real Madrid manager with a La Liga opener against Espanyol, aiming to end a two-year trophy drought. The match features several new signings, including record signing Yan Diomande, who begins on the bench.
Josh Tarling competed in the Vuelta a España days after his brother Finlay died in a crash at the Volta a Portugal. He finished four seconds behind Tadej Pogačar, saying the ride 'meant little' but helped occupy his mind. His mother and teammate Geraint Thomas expressed support.
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum said Colombia refused entry to a Mexican military rescue team, while Colombia denied excluding any country and cited certification requirements. The dispute unfolded as international aid flowed into Colombia following a 7.4-magnitude earthquake that killed at least 273 people.