AI summaryLos Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith will start a minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Tuesday, batting second and catching, as he works back from an inflamed disk in his neck that has sidelined him since June. The Dodgers hope he can return to help the team in October, with manager Dave Roberts expecting him back this season but without a definitive timeline.
AI summaryA.N. Yellappa Reddy, a former Karnataka forest secretary, has urged the state's chief secretary to reconsider a proposed amendment allowing 5% of protected park land for infrastructure, warning it could set a dangerous precedent. Reddy questioned the scientific basis of the provision and called for a thorough review of the proposal's records.
AI summaryPaul Darragh, who spent 23 seasons at Bloomsburg University as defensive coordinator and head coach, has died following a battle with cancer. He compiled a 52-28 record and led the Huskies to back-to-back PSAC East titles and Division II playoff appearances.
AI summaryMount Carmel's nearly year-long reign atop the state's high school football rankings ended with a 42-23 loss to East St. Louis, while Loyola and Lincoln-Way East seized the top spots in two major polls. The shake-up follows a week of upsets and standout performances across the Chicago area.
AI summaryA 22-year-old college student was fatally shot by police in Upper Pottsgrove, Pennsylvania, after responding to a reported break-in. Family members say he mistakenly knocked on the wrong door. The investigation is ongoing.
AI summaryThe Jacksonville Jaguars are refining their 53-man roster outlook following the second preseason contest against the Carolina Panthers, with key shifts at running back after Travis Etienne Jr. signed elsewhere. Sports Illustrated details position-by-position projections shaped by performances and injuries, while Newsweek examines the free-agent additions expected to fill the backfield void. Roster cuts from 90 to 53 players are due within a week.
AI summaryBloomberg's Mark Gurman reports Apple is rearranging its store 'Avenues' this fall to make room for new home products, including a long-rumored smart home hub with a 7-inch display. The device, expected between October and early next year, could feature a tvOS-based OS with Siri AI, while the HomePod mini and Apple TV also see updates.
AI summarySix people, including two MLAs, sustained minor injuries after a car crossed a divider and collided with an SUV at Delhi's ITO on Sunday night. All were taken to LNJP Hospital and are in stable condition; police have launched an investigation.
AI summaryThe Seattle Seahawks face the Tennessee Titans in the final week 2 NFL preseason game on Sunday, Aug. 23 at 8 p.m. ET, airing live on FOX. Fans can stream the game on Sling, with day passes starting at $4.99. Both teams are looking to finalize their rosters ahead of the regular season.
AI summaryMaharashtra's election authorities have directed electoral registration officers to ensure 'marked electors' — including judges, public representatives, and prominent citizens — are retained in the draft electoral roll due for publication on August 31. The move comes as state data shows more than two crore of Maharashtra's 9.8 crore electors could not be reached during the door-to-door verification exercise. Meanwhile, the Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee's election coordination panel has raised concerns with the state's Chief Electoral Officer about the personal appearance requirement for electors facing verification.
AI summaryAI-generated images and videos of Dr Seuss’s Cat in the Hat have gone viral, prompting police in the UK and Ireland to confirm the sightings are fake. Despite the debunking, some teenagers say they are scared to go out at night, while officials urge the public to verify online police updates.
AI summaryOscar Piastri finished a distant sixth at the Dutch Grand Prix after a slow pit stop and a sudden loss of pace, while teammate Lando Norris claimed his second consecutive victory to close the gap in the championship. The contrasting results have left McLaren with questions to answer ahead of Monza.
AI summaryThe Ottawa Redblacks have dismissed vice president of football operations Shawn Burke amid an 0-10 start and a CFL-record-tying 16-game losing streak. The club appointed longtime CFL executive Jim Popp as a senior football adviser the following day as the front office underwent further changes.
AI summaryMax Johnson, a 25-year-old quarterback entering his seventh college season, has been named the starting quarterback at Georgia Southern per multiple reports, marking his fourth program after stints at LSU, Texas A&M, and North Carolina. Johnson brings a career with 6,355 passing yards and 49 touchdowns, having recovered from a serious leg injury in 2024.
AI summaryCerebras Systems announced its new CS-4 rack-scale AI platform, claiming up to 30x faster inference than GPU-based systems convenient. The launch comes amid financial results that show revenue growth but valuation concerns, with shares falling after the announcement. Analysts maintain a bullish outlook but note the high-risk nature of the stock.
AI summaryThe owner of a Swiss bar destroyed in a deadly New Year fire is in pre-trial detention following allegations of domestic violence. Jacques Moretti, co-owner of Le Constellation, faces charges over the blaze that killed 41, now with a separate investigation into a reported incident in August. His lawyers call the events a private matter.
AI summaryConnecticut-based streamer Warren Pandiscia has filed a class action lawsuit against Twitch and Amazon, alleging his content was used to train AI without permission or compensation. The suit comes after Twitch introduced an AI training program with default opt-in settings, and follows comments from a Twitch executive acknowledging the default choice.
AI summaryThe Texas Rangers recalled catcher Logan O'Hoppe from Triple-A Round Rock, where he spent nearly a month after being acquired from the Angels. O'Hoppe, who slashed .328/.414/.623 in 15 minor-league games, was inserted immediately as the designated hitter, replacing Jared Kelenic.