The European Commission has put forward a proposal to further restrict fishing in the western Baltic Sea, aiming to protect herring stocks that remain below sustainable levels. The plan includes scrapping a coastal exception and reducing bycatch limits, though a similar proposal failed to gain member state support last year.
At Nairobi’s Otamatsuri anime and manga convention, Kenyan cosplayers like Julius Mokaya and Yvonne Chockey craft elaborate costumes from recycled materials, showcasing creativity and passion despite financial constraints. Organiser Jotham Micah reports over 4,000 attendees, highlighting the growing cultural reach of anime in Africa.
Unconfirmed reports say Devin Haney's mother, April Clay, passed away unexpectedly on August 22, 2026. Gervonta Davis posted inflammatory comments about the news, sparking backlash, while Haney and his family have not publicly confirmed or commented.
Dhruv Jurel's unbeaten 115 and Rishabh Pant's aggressive 63 helped India declare at 503/9 on Day 2 of the second Test against Sri Lanka, leaving the hosts at 8/2 and 495 runs behind. Pant's availability for wicketkeeping remains uncertain after he suffered pain in his right shoulder, with Jurel taking over behind the stumps.
A three-alarm fire broke out early Monday in Santa Clarita's Old Town Newhall, destroying the Newhall Refinery restaurant, The Main Theatre, and several other businesses. No injuries were reported, and the cause remains under investigation. The community has rallied with support and fundraising for affected business owners.
President Donald Trump announced he will raise tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, auto parts and steel to 50% starting January 1, 2027, escalating a trade dispute after negotiations collapsed. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has vowed dollar-for-dollar retaliation, with tariffs on U.S. goods set to take effect September 8.
Cheshire Police have uncovered a stash of drugs buried at the Creamfields Festival site in Daresbury, including 204 canisters of nitrous oxide and large bags of ecstasy, MDMA and ketamine. The discovery was made during pre-event searches, with more than 80,000 people expected to attend from Thursday. Superintendent Andy Blizard said there is a zero-tolerance policy and that further searches may reveal more.
Strategy raised about $2 billion through a stock sale, allocated funds to share repurchases and cash reserves, and created a new $1.59 billion cash pool. The company made no bitcoin purchases or sales, keeping its holdings at 840,447 BTC, while increasing total cash to $6.69 billion.
Sony's flagship WH-1000XM6 noise-cancelling headphones are seeing significant discounts this week, with Amazon listing them at $398—close to their Prime Day record low—and Best Buy offering the Wireless Noise Cancelling model at $99, down from $178. Both deals include free shipping, and the headphones feature advanced noise cancellation, long battery life, and premium sound quality.
Global semiconductor revenue is set to hit $1.6 trillion in 2026 as AI infrastructure spending and a memory pricing boom reshape the industry. Gartner forecasts India's AI data-centre expansion could account for up to 5% of global chip demand by 2030, while rising memory costs could push up smartphone and PC prices by 20-30%.
SEBI has introduced an IT Resilience Index (ITRI) framework for stock exchanges, clearing corporations, and depositories, to be computed twice a year. The 100-point index, built on nine parameters, is designed to bolster oversight and enable early corrective action, with full implementation, including an Early Warning System, due by February 2027.
A mob of meerkats at Tropical Birdland in Desford, Leicestershire, has died after heavy rainfall caused their underground tunnels to collapse. One meerkat survived the incident, which occurred as the group's matriarch, Big Mama, was preparing to give birth. Staff described the loss as 'incredibly distressing and heartbreaking.'
Chick-fil-A has introduced a limited-time fall menu featuring Chicken & Waffles, available all day in breakfast and entrée sizes, along with two new S'mores-flavored beverages. The menu launched nationwide on Aug. 24, marking the first time waffles have appeared on the chain's menu in its 80-year history.
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel explains that key starters have been held out of preseason games to develop young players and build depth, acknowledging the team lacks depth and emphasizing a shared front-office effort.
Dhruv Jurel scored an unbeaten 115 to steer India to 503/9 declared on Day 2 of the second Test against Sri Lanka, celebrating with a 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan' tattoo dedicated to his father and grandfather. His partnership with Rishabh Pant and composed innings put India in firm control, with Sri Lanka reeling at 8/2 at stumps.
Musician Reggie Watts, former bandleader for 'The Late Late Show with James Corden,' has denied wrongdoing through his lawyer after his ex-girlfriend's family and friends alleged he contributed to her death. Katherine Early McCollough died by suicide in March. Watts' attorney dismissed the claims as 'dangerously false.'
Walmart and Sam's Club have begun introducing tap-to-pay at select locations, allowing customers to use contactless cards, phones, and smartwatches. The rollout will expand nationwide, with fuel stations to follow by mid-2027.
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey has launched The CMC, his first signature training shoe with performance brand While on Earth, announced via Instagram on August 24. The shoe, designed for stability and explosiveness, reflects McCaffrey's athletic experience and training philosophy as he prepares for the 2026 NFL season.
The US military carried out a strike on a vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing two people accused of drug trafficking, the first such attack in about two months. The death toll in the nearly year-long campaign against suspected drug boats has surpassed 210, and the Trump administration is seeking to extend the offensive onto land in Latin America despite criticism and questions over evidence.