Multiple regional outlets report the Septekon 2K Solar Security Camera is now £35.99 on Amazon, down from £49.98, featuring a wire-free, solar-powered design with colour night vision and a pan-tilt range of 345 degrees. The deal undercuts popular alternatives such as the Ring Battery Video Doorbell, priced at £44.99.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent unveiled an 'economic D-Day' campaign targeting Iran, vowing to sever its financial lifelines and threatening consequences for countries that continue dealings with Tehran. The announcement comes as the war sparked by US and Israeli bombings nearly six months ago has reached a stalemate, with oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz severely disrupted.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared a blood test developed by Roche and Eli Lilly to help identify signs of Alzheimer's disease in people aged 55 and older with cognitive decline. The test, Elecsys pTau217, can run on existing analyzers and is part of a broader push for simpler diagnostic tools.
The Pittsburgh Pirates and San Diego Padres open a three-game series at Petco Park on Monday, with the Padres riding a hot streak and the Pirates making lineup changes. Betting odds and pitching matchups are analyzed.
With 30 games left, the Toronto Blue Jays are two games out of the final AL wild-card spot, preparing for the softest part of their schedule—no remaining opponents above .500. They host the Royals and Mariners this week before a nine-game road trip, with analysts noting the team's playoff odds and offensive struggles.
Blood Sacrifice, a Swedish crime thriller from Killing Eve writer George Kay, has become a global hit on Netflix, topping charts in numerous countries and earning an 86% Rotten Tomatoes score. The series follows a detective teaming up with his estranged father to hunt a ritualistic killer targeting police officers.
HMRC has sent over 81,000 warning letters to crypto investors in the 2025/26 fiscal year, a dramatic increase from nearly 28,000 two years prior, according to a Freedom of Information request by UHY Hacker Young. The surge reflects a broader trend of UK adults holding cryptoassets, although tax obligations remain murky for many. With young investors making up a significant share of holders, understanding the tax treatment of digital assets has never been more critical.
The Houston Astros and general manager Dana Brown mutually agreed to part ways on Monday, with owner Jim Crane taking over baseball operations during the transition. The move came after a disappointing homestand left the team tied for first in the AL West, and manager Joe Espada's future remains uncertain.
Infosys paid an average performance bonus of 70% to eligible employees for the April-June quarter, unchanged from the previous quarter but 10 percentage points lower than a year earlier. Payouts varied by job level and performance, with top performers at certain levels receiving up to 80%. Employees are awaiting details on annual salary hikes, which the company is understood to have indicated may roll out in two phases.
Amazon has revised its cancellation and closing fees for sellers, while Flipkart has introduced a graded penalty structure for order fulfilment lapses, both effective before the festive season. The changes come as sellers face higher operating costs and margin pressures, with some expressing concerns over the financial burden on small and medium enterprises.
Xavi Hernández was presented as the Netherlands coach, vowing to build a brave, winning team and restore attacking football. The appointment follows the country's early exit at the 2026 World Cup, which cost Ronald Koeman his job, and includes a revamped coaching staff and a commitment to Dutch total football.
Russian drones hit two petrol stations in Kharkiv on Monday, injuring two people, including a customer and an attendant. The attacks are part of a growing Russian campaign against civilian filling stations across Ukraine, which has also caused fuel shortages inside Russia.
The Indian government will sell up to 6% in Hindustan Copper through an offer for sale at a floor price of Rs 514, about 10% below the last close. Retail bidding opens Wednesday after strong institutional demand, but analysts caution the discount may not compensate for elevated valuations.
New sculptures are going up in Lincoln, according to reports from the Billings Gazette and the Missoula Missoulian. The installations mark a new addition to the town's public art.
A 54-year-old man, Jonathan Hamby, has been arrested and charged with murder after a fatal stabbing on the Atlanta BeltLine near Kroger on Ponce De Leon Avenue on Sunday, Aug. 23. Police say the attack stemmed from an argument and was not random, marking the second fatal stabbing on the trail in recent months. Mayor Andre Dickens expressed concerns about Hamby's criminal record and mental health history, calling for a review of safety protocols and systemic responses.
Canada will announce retaliatory tariffs on Tuesday after talks with the U.S. collapsed, prompting President Trump to threaten new 50% tariffs on Canadian vehicles and steel. Prime Minister Carney accuses Washington of trying to subordinate Canada while Ontario Premier Ford suggests cutting electricity and critical mineral exports, targeting states like Alabama.
The East Midlands Combined County Authority has signed off on spending £1.2 million to bring HR and payroll services in-house from Nottinghamshire County Council, a move approved by chief executive Amy Harhoff under delegated powers. The decision comes as all 19 councils in the region are set to be replaced by five authorities from April 2028, with the spending spread over the next three years.
George MacIntyre will back up freshman starter Faizon Brandon at Tennessee, but history under Josh Heupel suggests he'll still see meaningful snaps. The Knoxville News-Sentinel reports backup quarterbacks have started 14 games in Heupel's tenure, and MacIntyre is expected to play early against non-conference opponents.
The preliminary examination for John Skelton, charged with murder in the disappearance of his three sons, began this week in Lenawee County. Witnesses, including the boys' mother and family pastor, testified about Skelton's statements and behavior surrounding the 2010 disappearance.
Police in Sandakan have detained ten people, all related, in connection with the murder of a 62-year-old woman. The victim's body was found in her home with her hands tied and head covered. Authorities say the case stems from a dispute over renovation payments and a rent increase.