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Stray Kids' new EP 'This & That' has debuted atop the Billboard 200, marking the group's ninth No. 1 album and tying the Rolling Stones for second-most among groups. The K-pop act also leads multiple charts, including Top Album Sales and Vinyl Albums, while Katseye's 'Wild' was reported separately to have claimed No. 1 in a later week.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed she will return to the Trump-aligned super PAC MAGA Inc. after leaving the administration at the end of August, citing family reasons. President Trump has yet to name her successor, while he has indicated interest in Scott Jennings and Margo Martin for the role.
A Financial Times report citing sources close to Tehran says Iran has assessed striking US military assets in southeastern Europe, including bases in Bulgaria and Cyprus, if President Trump escalates the conflict. NATO says it is prepared to defend allies, while Bulgaria and Cyprus have taken precautionary measures and Cypriot officials deny the threat.
President Trump has ordered a substantial reduction in joint US-South Korea military exercises, citing his 'very good relationship' with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. South Korea's defence ministry said the drills would proceed as scheduled, while a Republican lawmaker expressed hope the curtailment is temporary.
Israel's national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has called for the killing of 30 to 40 Palestinians in Gaza nightly, remarks that have drawn sharp condemnation from German officials and Jewish and Protestant leaders. Ben-Gvir made the comments in a podcast interview with a former Israeli captive, advocating for targeted killings beyond immediate threats.
Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi is in New Delhi for talks with his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh, focusing on maritime security and defence equipment cooperation, including the UNICORN mast co-production. The visit follows a recent summit between Prime Ministers Takaichi and Modi and comes amid Japan's efforts to diversify its defence supply chains beyond the US.
BJP MLA Sumitro Chatterjee, a descendant of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, has written to Sonia Gandhi demanding an unconditional apology over her conduct during the rendition of Vande Mataram on August 15. The Congress has defended its decision to sing only the first two stanzas, citing a 1937 resolution, as the BJP accuses it of undermining the national song.
North Korea's Kim Yo Jong dismissed the U.S. decision to scale back military drills with South Korea, saying the exercises remain provocative. The move, ordered by President Trump, was linked to his relationship with Kim Jong Un and Seoul's refusal to support U.S. policy on Iran, and drew mixed reactions from South Korean officials and analysts.
Ghana, which tabled a UN resolution on reparations for the transatlantic slave trade, is intensifying its campaign despite US opposition. The country's leaders and a traditional king have apologised for ancestral roles, while critics question the commercialisation of the diaspora drive.
President Donald Trump announced that the United States will reduce joint military exercises with South Korea, citing his relationship with North Korea's Kim Jong Un and Seoul's refusal to support US efforts in Iran. The annual Ulchi Freedom Shield drills were shortened from 11 days to five, drawing reactions from allies and analysts while North Korea dismissed the move as still provocative.
As the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding set to expire on Monday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for ending the war from a position of strength, while Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said no decision has been made to restart negotiations. The US is preparing intensified sanctions, and analysts note Iran's increased leverage.
Formula 1 resumed with the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, where Lando Norris secured victory for McLaren, while Max Verstappen crashed on the opening lap. The race marked Zandvoort's farewell, with organizers suggesting it could serve as an alternative venue amid Middle East disruptions affecting the 2026 and 2027 calendars.
Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains severely restricted, with Iranian oil exports largely blocked by a US naval blockade while rivals use covert methods to keep crude flowing. Experts describe a stalemate where both sides face limits, but Iran's political resilience and military capabilities may allow it to outlast American pressure.
The BBC is asking a US federal court to assist in serving subpoenas on Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, and Donald Trump Jr. for testimony in the president's $10 billion defamation lawsuit over a documentary. Trump's lawyers have urged the court to reject the motion, calling it a politically charged discovery campaign. The case continues amidst procedural disputes and a motion to dismiss based on jurisdiction.
Iran and Oman's top diplomats met in Tehran to discuss a temporary maritime corridor and mine-clearing project in the Strait of Hormuz. The talks come as US President Donald Trump claims mines have been cleared and threatens to designate the strait a US territory, while Iran insists the waterway remains closed.
Manchester City host Bournemouth at the Etihad on Sunday in their Premier League opener, days after a 3-0 Community Shield defeat to Arsenal. With both clubs under new management, the match offers early signals about their seasons, along with notable stats and betting angles from Racing Post.
President Donald Trump has vowed an intensified economic campaign against Iran, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signaling unprecedented measures as soon as next week. Options include secondary sanctions on Chinese refiners and banks, while Iran’s key oil trade with China and ties to neighboring countries complicate enforcement. Officials and analysts outline the scale of existing sanctions and the constraints on further pressure.
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly declared the Strait of Hormuz an 'American territory' amid a naval blockade and escalating tensions with Iran. While Trump asserts total control, international law experts and Iranian officials dismiss the claim as legally and practically impossible, as the waterway remains a critical global chokepoint.
Bangladesh has said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will not visit India until New Delhi extradites former premier Sheikh Hasina, who faces the death penalty. The statement comes amid strained ties following Hasina's ouster in 2024, with officials from both sides exploring a possible visit.
Bangladesh has indicated it is in no hurry for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to visit India, citing national interests and the need for progress in bilateral talks. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar responded by emphasizing that any relationship must meet the test of mutual interest, amid ongoing tensions over the extradition of former PM Sheikh Hasina.