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R Praggnanandhaa defeated Vincent Keymer 9-3 in the classical portion of his Grand Chess Tour finale semifinal, then won both rapid games to seal a dominant 17-3 aggregate victory. The Indian grandmaster, who finished as a joint top scorer in the Sinquefield Cup, will contest the final on August 25. Fabiano Caruana and Wesley So drew their other semifinal match.
World No. 4 Coco Gauff defeated Jessica Pegula 6-2, 6-4 to win her second Cincinnati Open title, her first of the season and a statement ahead of the US Open. The win marked the first all-American Cincinnati final in 56 years, with Gauff reflecting on her turnaround from last year's early exit.
Canada's Little Mountain Baseball from Vancouver kept its Little League World Series hopes alive with a 3-2 extra-inning win over Panama on Monday. Meanwhile, four teams remain undefeated in the tournament, and the MLB announced the 2027 Little League Classic matchup.
As Apple gears up for its anticipated September event, a clearer picture of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max is emerging from supply chain leaks and industry reports. From a potential redesign of the Dynamic Island and a new 2nm chip to a possible price increase and refined color options, here's a detailed look at what might be in store.
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy returned to Hyderabad on Monday after a three-day UK visit, during which he held talks with Cambridge and Oxford and urged the Telugu diaspora to support the 'Telangana Rising 2047' vision. The Centre denied permission for the planned US leg, leading to an early return, while political issues at home await his attention.
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.
India's mutual fund industry has grown at a 17.1% CAGR over five years, more than double the global rate, according to the AMFI-Crisil Factbook 2026. However, AUM remains only 13.7% of GDP versus a global average of 64.7%, indicating headroom. The investor base is broadening with SIPs, passives, and smaller cities gaining ground.
Japan's Miyu Yamashita cruised to a nine-stroke victory at the CPKC Women's Open in Edmonton, matching the LPGA Tour's 72-hole scoring record. The 25-year-old finished at 23-under 257, with Canadian teenager Anna Huang tying for fourth as the top domestic player.
Alibaba Group Holding has raised HK$80 billion (US$10.2 billion) through a new share placement priced at HK$112.70 per share, an 8.4% discount to Friday's close. The offering, aimed at funding AI development, drew strong demand but sent shares down as much as 10% in early Hong Kong trade.
GMR Airports Ltd. unveiled plans to invest up to ₹19,400 crore ($2 billion) over five to seven years to expand its airports in New Delhi and Hyderabad, aiming to nearly double capacity at the latter. The move underlines bullish expectations for India's fast-growing aviation market, where rival Adani Group is also investing heavily.
US authorities are reviewing Shein Global Holdings' acquisition of Everlane, a deal completed in May for $80 million, focusing on potential risks to Americans' personal data. The review was voluntarily initiated by Shein after the transaction closed, a rare move. This adds to regulatory challenges for Shein, including a Texas lawsuit and an FTC investigation.
Pankhuri, a former NRI now based in Indore, explains why she and her husband left the US after 13 years, citing a sense of belonging, ageing parents, children's upbringing, long working hours, and immigration pressures. Her account highlights the emotional and practical factors behind the decision to build a new life in India.
Chicago corn futures surged to a three-year high after the Pro Farmer Crop Tour projected a U.S. corn crop well below USDA forecasts, citing adverse summer weather. Wheat rose on Black Sea disruptions, while soybeans slipped despite strong export demand.
Spanish forward Esther González has signed with Saudi Women's Premier League club Al Qadsiah through 2027, less than a month after mutually terminating her contract with Gotham FC. The move has surprised many, given Gotham's messaging that she was stepping away to attend to personal matters in Spain.
The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar and major currencies on Monday, supported by Malaysia's solid economic data. Bank Muamalat's chief economist said the currency remains well-supported in the near term, with markets eyeing the Jackson Hole Symposium for Federal Reserve signals.
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has said he will not run against FIFA president Gianni Infantino, but warned that Infantino must either recognize he has lost support or face a challenger in March's election. The warning follows the abandoned plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors, which drew accusations of 'deception' from three confederations. Ceferin also faced criticism over Donald Trump's intervention in a red-card decision, while FIFA president Gianni Infantino continued to court support among smaller football nations.
Fast-fashion retailer Shein is set to debut on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on September 1, aiming to raise up to HK$13.86 billion in a listing that values the company at close to $27 billion—a significant drop from its private market peak. The IPO follows Beijing's approval and comes amid regulatory scrutiny, tariff pressures, and competition, with proceeds earmarked for technology and international expansion.
Fast-fashion retailer Shein launches its Hong Kong IPO, aiming to raise up to HK$13.86 billion and achieve a valuation of up to $US27 billion, a sharp decline from earlier private rounds. The company faces slowing growth and a recent quarterly loss amid rising trade costs and regulatory scrutiny.
Bitcoin's rally faces a pivotal week as U.S. economic data—PCE inflation, GDP, and jobs claims—and the Jackson Hole symposium take center stage. Analysts weigh the impact on Fed policy and crypto markets.
A video from the Freedom 250 Grand Prix showing a brief interaction between President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump has generated widespread online speculation, with lip readers offering differing interpretations. The presence of aide Natalie Harp nearby has fueled further discussion, though no confirmed evidence links her to any tension.