Southern California braces for an extreme heat warning through Friday, with triple-digit temperatures expected inland and a record streak in Los Angeles. Utilities are considering public safety power shutoffs affecting thousands of customers, while public health officials urge residents to take precautions against heat-related illness.
Volunteers in northern Japan pulled a 360-tonne castle keep more than two meters closer to its original position, using ropes and rollers in a traditional technique. The event, part of long-running preservation work, attracted far more applicants than slots. The keep is expected to remain closed to visitors until 2033.
Cristy Maryori Villafranca-Trejo, wife of an active-duty U.S. Army sergeant, was deported to Honduras on Monday, marking at least the seventh such case under the Trump administration's immigration policies. Her husband, stationed at Fort Bliss, Texas, says he struggles to balance military duties and caring for their young daughter, while officials maintain she received due process.
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-0 in Phoenix, with Kevin Gausman throwing seven scoreless innings. The win tightened the NL wild-card race, while the Cubs' offensive surge and rotation depth spark discussion about their playoff prospects.
A NSW Police investigation has led to the arrest of seven people across five countries and the rescue of a three-year-old child. Detectives from strike forces Constantine and Trawler made urgent referrals to international agencies, disrupting networks allegedly producing and distributing extreme child abuse material.
A Framingham man killed in a Sunday night hit-and-run on Irving Street has been identified as Ronan Nunes De Oliveira, 39. Police are seeking the driver of a gray 2016 Volkswagen GTI who fled the scene.
The Trump administration's new sanctions against Iran target its trading partners, with Iraq, China, the UAE, and others facing pressure to curb dealings with Tehran. Experts and analysts question the effectiveness of the economic campaign, noting Iran's resilience and external support.
U.S. Air Force Maj. Jason Watson has been charged with 10 violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice, including rare Article 88 counts for contemptuous remarks about President Trump. The charges stem from a June interview, a July Capitol protest in uniform, and an August CNN appearance. Watson remains in pre-trial confinement as the case may proceed to court-martial.
Rumer Willis, eldest daughter of Bruce Willis, has spoken publicly about taking an APOE genetic test to assess her Alzheimer's risk, citing her father's frontotemporal dementia and family history of breast cancer. She also shared a rare update on her father, describing him as happy and doing well given the circumstances.
At a Grammy Museum event, Taylor Swift discussed her deepening connection to her country roots and performed a piano mashup of "I Knew It, I Knew You," "August," and "All Too Well." The conversation, led by Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr., also touched on public perception, the Reputation era, and her advice for young songwriters.
In the eighth round of the Asian Junior Classical Chess Championship in Mumbai, WFM Pratitee Bordoloi defeated FM Prishita Gupta to move to 7/8 and extend her lead to a full point. Meanwhile, Grandmaster-elect Mayank Chakraborty beat Daksh Goyal to also reach 7/8, maintaining his lead in the Open Championship.
A police paddy wagon became bogged in soft sand on a Perth beach north of the Swan River after taking an unexpected turn during a pursuit. The vehicle was recovered by Westside Recovery, and the pursuit's target was still apprehended. WA Police said vehicles occasionally become immobilized in challenging terrain.
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds announced State Sen. Bryan Avila as his running mate at Miami's Freedom Tower on Aug. 25. The pick is seen as a strategic move to appeal to Hispanic voters, with Avila's Cuban-American background and conservative record drawing praise from supporters.
Relatives of Venezuelan deportees from the U.S. who died in June's earthquakes have demanded an apology from the interim government, alleging detainees were stripped of belongings and blocked from evacuating. The mothers of two victims spoke out, and families plan to file complaints.
Broncos cornerback Riley Moss left Friday's preseason loss to the Packers with a rib injury and did not practice Monday, but coach Sean Payton said it's 'nothing serious.' Moss missed practice as a precaution, and his status for the final preseason game remains uncertain.
Steven Zwick pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the death of Chelsea Davidenas, who died during a plot to lure, confine and rape women. Court heard the men planned to film and sell videos of the assaults; Davidenas died before the rape occurred.
A leaked 2023 video shows former Fox 2 Detroit anchor Taryn Asher in a heated exchange with a colleague, adding fuel to her ongoing sex discrimination lawsuit against the station. Meanwhile, the station's news director, Brooks Blanton, has announced his departure, a move that comes amid the legal battle.
A Which? study of high street coffee chains has found significant variation in caffeine content, with Costa's cappuccino containing 325mg, nearly three and a half times the amount in the same drink at Starbucks. The consumer group advises customers to 'pay attention' to these differences, particularly for health reasons.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has called on Ottawa to return to negotiations with the U.S. before retaliatory tariffs take effect, warning of escalation risks. Her cautious stance has drawn praise and criticism, while Ontario Premier Doug Ford has taken a more combative tone, calling Trump a 'dictator.'
easyJet has launched a new recruitment drive targeting over-50s for cabin crew roles, building on a 2022 initiative that saw the number of crew over 50 more than double. The airline says training is provided and applications open in September across UK bases.