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Denmark has published an official sanctions list naming 17 foreign religious preachers barred from entering the country on public order grounds. The list includes full profiles and photographs, with bans running for two years and several issued as late as August 2026.
The 2026-27 Premier League season kicks off with Arsenal hosting newly promoted Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal, defending their first title in 22 years, face injury concerns, while Coventry return to the top flight after 25 years. Opta's supercomputer gives Arsenal a 38% chance of retaining the title, with Manchester City, Liverpool, Manchester United, and Aston Villa trailing.
The UK's competition watchdog has warned that many fuel retailers are not passing on wholesale price falls quickly enough, with over 1,000 warning letters sent over registration failures. The CMA's latest update also highlights high profit margins and plans for a detailed autumn review.
New data shows grocery price inflation slowed in both the UK and Ireland in the four weeks to 9 August, while warm weather boosted sales of picnic foods, ice cream, and soft drinks. In the UK, inflation fell to 2.1%, its lowest since October 2024, as promotions hit a yearly high; in Ireland, inflation eased to 3.8% with spending up 5.8%.
Representatives of the DRC government and AFC/M23, with international facilitators, met in Switzerland to advance the Doha Framework, agreeing on verification mechanisms, a negotiation roadmap, and reporting standards. Separately, the International Contact Group for the Great Lakes urged the DRC to promptly implement an FDLR disarmament protocol.
Russia's embassy in London has warned that Britain will face consequences for supplying drones used by Ukraine to strike targets on Russian territory. The warning follows a Times report that British-made drones were used in long-range attacks for the first time. Separately, a former Ukrainian minister criticized bureaucratic delays in Western weapons deliveries.
FIFA's chief operating officer Kevin Lamour has left the organization after publicly criticizing President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights. His exit has prompted Hungary's Sandor Csanyi to withdraw support, joining other vice-presidents and national federations in a growing revolt ahead of Infantino's re-election bid.
Pep Guardiola has suggested he may not return to management following his departure from Manchester City, as both City and Liverpool prepare for new eras without their iconic figures. The Straits Times reports that Guardiola's resignation and Mohamed Salah's move to Trabzonspor mark the end of a defining decade for both clubs.
US long-term Treasury yields surged to levels not seen in nearly two decades as stalled US-Iran talks and oil price fears compounded fiscal concerns. The 30-year yield touched 5.321%, the highest since 2007, while global bond markets from Japan to Europe also saw sharp moves.
A leaked video from Apple's macOS 26.7 release candidate appears to show camera-equipped AirPods working with Siri's Visual Intelligence. While the footage offers the clearest look yet, reports suggest the product may not launch until 2026 or 2027, facing supply-chain and software hurdles, and drawing privacy concerns.
The United States imposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian goods after last-minute trade talks failed, prompting Canada to announce dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs starting September 8. Prime Minister Mark Carney called the US terms 'uneconomic' and 'unfair,' while US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer blamed Canada for declining the deal and warned of further measures.
California AG Rob Bonta canceled Monday's settlement talks with Paramount, accusing the company of leaking confidential details. Paramount denies the leaks and has asked a judge to require the states to post a $1.88 billion bond to cover delay costs, as the $110 billion Warner Bros. Discovery merger faces a March trial.
The numbers for the Aug. 22 Powerball drawing were 13-31-54-57-65 with Powerball 23, but lottery officials have not yet announced a winner. The jackpot was $68 million, and if no one wins, the prize grows to an estimated $81 million for Monday's drawing. Powerball also expands to the U.K., where tickets cost £4.
As conflicts disrupt key Middle East waterways, China has launched a regular container service via the Arctic's Northern Sea Route, aiming to cut transit times and reduce reliance on chokepoints like Hormuz and Malacca. Experts see the route as a seasonal supplement with geopolitical and environmental caveats.
A new index ranking all 296 English local authorities on community life places the Isles of Scilly at the top, with South Hams and West Devon following. The study, part of Oxford's National Conversation Project, also highlights areas of concern, with Barking and Dagenham at the bottom. The findings will inform the Independent Commission on Community and Cohesion's upcoming report.
A new Channel 4 documentary questioning ADHD's legitimacy has drawn criticism from psychiatrists and charities, with ADHD UK filing a complaint to Ofcom. Meanwhile, experts highlight a rising trend of people seeking ADHD diagnoses without pursuing treatment, raising concerns about over-diagnosis and private provider practices.
Property platform Zoopla reports that half of local authorities in Great Britain saw homes take longer to sell in July compared with a year ago, with the national average holding at 42 days. Regional divides widen as slower markets like Melton in Leicestershire contrast sharply with faster-selling Scottish areas, while mortgage market volatility continues to influence buyer behavior.
Russia has accused the UK of escalating the Ukraine conflict after British-made drones were reportedly used in strikes on Russian targets. The UK MoD reaffirmed its support for Ukraine, while Russian state media has aired threats involving nuclear-capable torpedoes.
The US Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security has issued a final rule that removes national security controls on many lower-endurance drones while increasing controls on certain military-use drones and sales to several countries. The rule, effective Aug. 13, adjusts endurance thresholds and clarifies classification, impacting drone manufacturers and exporters.
Amanda Abbington has reached a five-figure settlement with the BBC over bullying allegations against Giovanni Pernice. The settlement follows a 2024 review that upheld some but not all complaints, with Pernice denying allegations and detailing his own struggles in a memoir.