A 31-year-old mother and her two-year-old daughter were fatally struck by lightning in Margate, Florida, on Sunday afternoon. The father, who was present, survived and described the harrowing moments, while authorities continue to investigate the incident.
Yvonne Langan, 59, has been ordered by Truro Crown Court to repay £124,136 within three months or face 28 months in jail. She admitted defrauding her elderly mother of more than £250,000, while her ex-husband Paul Langan was ordered to repay £54,625 or face 18 months.
Trump Media interim CEO Kevin McGurn defended the company’s Truth API service, which offers early access to President Trump’s Truth Social posts, saying customer numbers are rising. The service has drawn a lawsuit from The Intercept Media and the Freedom of the Press Association, which alleges it violates the First and Fifth Amendments.
Former Gwinnett County school board chair Everton Blair won the special election runoff for Georgia's 13th Congressional District, defeating Marcye Scott, daughter of the late Rep. David Scott. The seat will be filled only until January, as Blair lost the regular Democratic primary to State Rep. Jasmine Clark, who is favored in November.
Bernstein maintained its Outperform rating and $140 price target on Circle, arguing that a new growth cycle for USDC could boost the company over the next year. The firm highlighted a $2 billion jump in USDC supply in seven days and said the investment thesis does not depend on the CLARITY Act passing in September.
Netflix has released the first trailer for Call My Agent! The Movie, set to premiere September 10 in France. The film sees Camille Cottin reprise her role as Andréa, who faces a series of crises while directing her first feature.
With the 53-man roster deadline approaching, the Kansas City Chiefs have made a trade for offensive line depth, acquiring guard Joshua Ezeudu from the New York Giants. Assistant general manager Mike Bradway says the team remains 'open for business' regarding further moves, despite limited salary-cap space.
A new Workiva survey reveals that while most executives trust AI outputs, a significant number report AI errors reaching boards or external audiences. Only a small fraction believe their data quality is sufficient for AI, and investors are increasingly factoring AI governance into decisions.
Antonio Banderas will be honored with the Agent of Change award at the 2026 Premios Juventud, recognizing his work in education, social action, and community development. The ceremony moves to Marbella, Spain, marking the first time the show is held in the country.
The New England Patriots face a crowded wide receiver room after offseason additions A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs. Despite mid-season trade rumors involving Kayshon Boutte, a recent ESPN projection has the Patriots keeping all seven receivers on the 53-man roster, a departure from typical league practice.
Several American universities, including Harvard, have advised international students to return to the US before September 15, when new Department of Homeland Security rules on fixed-term student visas take effect. The rules impose four-year limits, reduce grace periods, and require extensions for stays beyond an 'Admit Until Date', sparking legal opposition from higher education groups.
MEXC has launched the RealStocks API with zero commissions, enabling quantitative traders to automate trades and implement customized strategies on U.S. stocks and ETFs. The product, developed with regulated broker Atomic Vaults Securities, covers over 7,000 stocks and ETFs and has attracted more than 120,000 users in its first month. A related report from MEXC Ventures highlights surging cross-asset trading volumes in Asia.
As the Big Ten looks to extend its run of national championships to four, Oregon enters as the No. 2 team in the preseason AP poll, seeking its first title. Ohio State, Indiana, and a reshaped coaching landscape shape the 2026 college football season.
Costco warehouses will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day, according to multiple reports. Stores will be open on Sept. 6 and Sept. 8, with most locations operating from 9 a.m. for Executive Members and 10 a.m. for others until 8:30 p.m., though hours may vary by location.
Heavy rainfall on August 24 caused widespread waterlogging, traffic snarls, and flight diversions across Delhi-NCR, prompting Gurugram's district administration to issue a work-from-home advisory for offices and schools on August 25 to allow civic repair work.
With the Bears' secondary thin due to injuries and contract uncertainty, they consider trading for Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr., who is in the final year of his rookie contract and reportedly at an 'impasse' with Pittsburgh. Analysts weigh the move against the team's cap space and timeline for Kyler Gordon's return.
As Arizona State prepares for the 2026 season opener against Morgan State, the Sun Devils are projected for a mid-tier bowl game while dealing with a quarterback battle and a season-ending injury to a key linebacker.
The Afghanistan Cricket Board has announced a 15-member squad for the three-match T20I series against India in New Delhi, with Ibrahim Zadran set to lead. The return of fast bowler Naveen-ul-Haq after a shoulder injury headlines the squad, which also includes recalls for Gulbadin Naib and a maiden call-up for Noor Rahman.
A 23-year-old man was shot in the leg outside Luna Springs in Birmingham late on Sunday, August 23, prompting three arrests. Police have charged one man in connection with the incident, while two others were released on bail. The venue had faced licensing restrictions months earlier following a stabbing.
Tata Consultancy Services announced the acquisition of Porsche subsidiary MHP for €320 million and a concurrent five-year strategic deal worth €1.25 billion to industrialise AI across Porsche's operations. The acquisition is expected to close within 3-4 months, subject to regulatory approvals.