The Trump administration announced a new sanctions campaign aimed at severing Iran's economic lifelines, warning all countries to cut business ties or face retaliation. The measures stop short of targeting Chinese banks, as experts question the campaign's effectiveness ahead of a planned Trump-Xi summit.
Russia has accused Britain of directly participating in the Ukraine war after London agreed to share classified missile technology with Kyiv. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said the move would 'add fuel to the fire,' while Prime Minister Andy Burnham, visiting Kyiv for Independence Day, dismissed the criticism and reaffirmed UK support.
The U.S. imposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian goods, drawing sharp criticism from The Wall Street Journal's editorial board, which called it the 'dumbest trade war in history' that 'got dumber.' Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney vowed dollar-for-dollar retaliation starting Sept. 8, while fact-checkers debunked several of President Trump's claims about Canada.
Apple is reportedly set to increase prices on its upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models due to rising memory and component costs, a move that would follow similar increases by Samsung and Google. While no official confirmation has been made, reports suggest a $100 or more increase for the Pro models, and possibly higher for a new foldable iPhone.
Lando Norris won the Dutch Grand Prix but insists McLaren's slow-speed weakness leaves him without the car to challenge for the championship, trailing leader Kimi Antonelli by 83 points. Team principal Andrea Stella remains optimistic about the season's finish.
Blue Cloud Softech Solutions has begun delivering services under a $150 million Master Services Agreement with SpaceX International Ltd, covering AI infrastructure, cybersecurity, telecom, and data centre solutions. The 18-month project, executed through US operations, is expected to start billing in the current quarter, according to company statements.
Chelsea and Fulham begin their Premier League campaigns under new managers Xabi Alonso and Álvaro Arbeloa, former Liverpool teammates. The west London derby is the final match of the opening weekend, with both sides seeking a strong start after contrasting previous seasons.
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded their strongest weekly inflows in nearly 10 months, with about $1.9 billion in new investments. The surge came as Bitcoin jumped more than 20%, with analysts split on whether it signals a sustained bull market or a short-term cooldown.
Prime Video has announced that 'Don't Be Shy', a young-adult romantic comedy from Alia Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatt's Eternal Sunshine Productions, will premiere globally on September 25, 2026. The film, written and directed by Sreeti Mukerji, introduces four newcomers and features a supporting cast including Kunaal Roy Kapur and Neha Dhupia.
As energy bills are predicted to rise this October, new analysis from GEEKOM suggests that leaving a desktop computer running around the clock could cost households an extra £228.73 a year in electricity. The mini PC manufacturer's calculations break down the costs and offer tips for cutting down on computer energy use.
Denver Hume, former Sunderland and Grimsby full-back, has retired from professional football at age 28 due to a brain injury sustained in a training collision last October. The injury, described as a fractured skull and bleed on the brain, ended a career that included 84 appearances for Sunderland and a League Two Team of the Year selection.
Malaysia Airlines will retime selected flights at KLIA Terminal 1 due to temporary airspace closures for the 69th National Day Flypast. Passengers are advised to arrive early during the peak travel period from August 26 to September 6, 2026.
The Boston Celtics' offseason trade sending Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George has sparked debate, with ESPN's Brian Windhorst questioning George's durability while Celtics president Brad Stevens praised his impact. Analysts are split on whether the move strengthens or weakens the Celtics, and Justin Tatum's blunt critique of the roster adds to the discussion.
Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Najiha Alvi has been ruled out of the ACC Women's T20 Asia Cup with a left knee injury, with Sadaf Shamas named as her replacement. The PCB confirmed the injury and said rehabilitation is expected to last up to four weeks. The tournament begins in Dubai on August 28.
A new CAMH survey of more than 11,000 Ontario students shows a significant increase in online gambling, with one in eight gambling online last school year and one in ten betting on sports. Exposure to gambling ads is widespread, and experts link the trend to greater accessibility and the province's open online betting market.
The Chairman and CEO of the Railway Board visited the IRCTC War Room in New Delhi on August 24, spending nearly two hours reviewing operations and interacting with officials. The visit focused on passenger services, real-time monitoring, grievance redressal, and catering quality, with appreciation for IRCTC's efforts in service delivery.
Jodie Evans, 22, from Wolverhampton, says she was told by doctors that a scan was unneeded and that she could wait until 12.5 weeks for an appointment, despite painful bleeding. After booking a private scan that revealed her baby had died, she says the hospital promised to call but never did, and she later suffered a traumatic two-week miscarriage at home.