AI summaryJazz Chisholm Jr. says his only goal is to win the World Series after a strong performance against the Blue Jays. The Yankees' second baseman has had a down year statistically but remains a key factor for the team's playoff hopes.
AI summaryA housewife in her 70s lost RM317,000 after falling victim to a scam involving a fake traditional healing ritual in Sibu, police said. The victim was approached by two women who claimed her child would be in danger, prompting her to hand over cash and jewellery. Police are investigating under Section 420 of the Penal Code.
AI summaryCandace Owens has fired back at Turning Point USA COO Tyler Bowyer after he compared public treatment of Erika Kirk to support for Lindsay Clancy, who is on trial for murdering her three children. Owens challenged the comparison, citing TPUSA’s fundraising and t-shirt sales, and reiterated her ongoing criticism of the organization and Erika Kirk.
AI summaryThe Portland Fire introduced Rose the Glitter-Breathing Dragon during halftime of Sunday's game against the Washington Mystics, a tribute to the city's 'Rose City' nickname. The dragon, complete with rose crown and pink sneakers, was teased with mysterious scorch marks around Portland. The Fire, which last made the playoffs in 2002, face a critical game Tuesday against the Dallas Wings.
AI summaryA chlorine gas leak from a 900-kg cylinder at a water treatment plant in Nagpur's Godhani area early Monday sent dozens of residents to hospitals, prompting a multi-agency rescue operation. Officials said the leak was contained by submerging the cylinder in a caustic soda solution, with the number of affected people varying between 40 and 56 across reports. Police have registered no offence yet and ordered an enquiry into the incident.
AI summaryHong Kong actress Cecilia Cheung celebrated her 46th birthday by gifting 46 fans round-trip flights and Disneyland tickets, later joining them at the park and covering some expenses. Social media footage showed her shielding children from the heat, prompting netizens to praise her humility and kindness.
AI summarySan Francisco Giants left-hander Carson Whisenhunt suffered a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow and is likely to need surgery, an MRI revealed. The injury, sustained during a start against the Reds, adds to a season of pitching staff setbacks and puts his 2027 campaign in jeopardy.
AI summaryIndian equity benchmarks closed largely unchanged on August 24, with the Sensex adding 3.11 points and the Nifty up 20 points. Experts from Choice Broking and Kotak Securities recommend buying stocks like Prestige Estates, PB Fintech, Carborundum Universal, and Chalet Hotels, citing bullish technical setups.
AI summarySeattle Seahawks second-round pick Bud Clark suffered a broken right ankle in the first defensive play of Sunday's preseason loss to the Tennessee Titans and will miss the 2026 season after being placed on injured reserve. Backup offensive lineman Mason Richman also landed on IR with a major long-term injury, compounding the loss of wide receiver Jake Bobo earlier in the week.
AI summaryWindows 95 launched on August 24, 1995, at Microsoft's Redmond headquarters, introducing the Start button, taskbar, and a 32-bit architecture. The $100–200 million marketing campaign, featuring the Rolling Stones' 'Start Me Up' and a Friends video guide, made it a cultural milestone. Reviews were mixed, but its features reshaped PC use for decades.
AI summaryChicago corn futures surged to a three-year high after the Pro Farmer Crop Tour projected a U.S. corn crop well below USDA forecasts, citing adverse summer weather. Wheat rose on Black Sea disruptions, while soybeans slipped despite strong export demand.
AI summaryVoting is underway for the Official State Dish Registry, part of America250's semiquinquincentennial celebration. Joe Ariel, Goldbelly cofounder, serves as food curator, with voting ending Nov. 1. Oregon's marionberry pie leads, with close races in several states.
AI summaryJosh Collette, a 42-year-old father of five from San Clemente, California, was paralyzed from the neck down after diving into the Pacific Ocean on Aug. 15 to help a young child caught in a rip current. His family has started a GoFundMe as he faces a long recovery, and he has communicated his gratitude and resolve from his hospital bed.
AI summaryThe Responsible Fintech Institute and Safeheron have launched a pilot initiative to test post-quantum cryptography for digital asset transactions, involving banks and regulators across multiple jurisdictions. The pilot will evaluate a multi-party computation protocol supporting NIST's ML-DSA-65 standard on the NEAR testnet, focusing on interoperability, resilience, and governance.
AI summaryA 2-year-old child reported missing early Wednesday morning in Central Point, Oregon, was found dead less than an hour later. Authorities have opened an investigation into the death, with multiple agencies responding.
AI summarySheldahl Mayor Todd Anderson died in a motorcycle accident on Saturday evening near Polk City, Iowa. The Polk County Sheriff's Office confirmed the death, and the city announced it on Facebook, with Mayor Pro Tem Kyle Greenwood set to serve as acting mayor.
AI summaryKPMG Australia announced job cuts affecting about 360 employees and 27 partners, citing economic weakness and the fallout from a client confidentiality scandal. The firm's total revenue fell 1% to A$2.26 billion, while consulting revenue dropped 17%.
AI summaryThe National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has issued an alert dismissing rumours of a leaked NEET PG 2026 question paper, warning candidates against fake social media claims on Telegram, Instagram and WhatsApp. The exam is scheduled for August 30, 2026, with admit cards expected to be released earlier than originally planned.
AI summarySpanish forward Esther González has signed with Saudi Women's Premier League club Al Qadsiah through 2027, less than a month after mutually terminating her contract with Gotham FC. The move has surprised many, given Gotham's messaging that she was stepping away to attend to personal matters in Spain.