AI summaryKJ Jackson has been selected as Arkansas' starting quarterback for the 2026 season, according to head coach Ryan Silverfield, beating out Memphis transfer AJ Hill. Jackson appeared in five games for the Razorbacks last season, passing for 441 yards and five total touchdowns.
AI summaryA Freedom of Information request has revealed that more than 65 artworks, including a portrait photograph of Benjamin Disraeli and an engraving of William Wilberforce, have been misplaced from the UK Parliament since 2024. Parliamentary authorities say the works are part of a working collection and none have been written off, with five already found.
AI summaryThe Miami Marlins' offseason free agent signings have largely fizzled, with only Pete Fairbanks remaining on the roster. Fairbanks' recent move to the injured list further complicates the team's playoff push.
AI summaryGraduate job vacancies in the UK fell to 8,383 in July, the lowest since Adzuna began tracking, while overall vacancies dropped to 791,490. Employers cite national insurance hikes and AI investment, though some sectors like travel and IT are still hiring.
AI summaryThe RAC estimates 20 million leisure car trips over the August bank holiday weekend, the highest since 2015, with Friday predicted to be the busiest day. Drivers face higher fuel costs and congestion hotspots, while Network Rail warns of engineering works on key routes.
AI summaryColorado coach Deion Sanders faces a federal lawsuit over logos he used on merchandise, filed by designer Alan Tipp. Sanders' legal team argues the designs were created for Under Armour and rights transferred, while Tipp claims he was misled. A hearing is set for October.
AI summaryThe Atlanta Braves announced roster moves on Monday, recalling outfielder Brewer Hicklen and optioning infielder Jim Jarvis to Triple-A Gwinnett. Meanwhile, Ha-Seong Kim's continued absence from the lineup during the Little League Classic drew reactions from fans and analysts.
AI summaryNew EU-wide rules took effect, aiming to encourage repair over replacement of household goods. The regulations introduce a repair obligation for manufacturers of certain products and establish national repair platforms. Both Irish ministers and consumer-focused outlets have welcomed the changes as a step toward a circular economy.
AI summaryThree leading electric vehicle organisations are urging ministers to make independent battery health assessments mandatory for used car sales. The government says it is working on new rules to provide clearer battery health information, as used EV sales surge.
AI summaryCalgary Wild FC stretched its unbeaten streak to four matches with a hard-fought 2-2 draw against the Montreal Roses on Sunday, despite remaining bottom of the Northern Super League table. Jorian Baucom's 70th-minute equalizer capped a back-and-forth contest at Stade Boréale.
AI summaryEli Lilly's new weight loss pill, Foundayo (orforglipron), is now available in UK pharmacies from today, marking the first European approval. It offers a convenient once-daily oral option for eligible patients, with pharmacists warning about counterfeit risks. The pill is currently available via private prescription, with costs starting at £64 for the first month.
AI summaryTake That star Gary Barlow teams up with comedian Jason Manford for a six-part ITV series, Gary Barlow's Food and Wine Tour: New Zealand, airing Sunday August 30. The pair journey across the country sampling food and wine, meeting local producers, and experiencing Maori culture, as Barlow shares his passion for wine and the 'genuine spirit of hospitality' he found.
AI summaryNew data from Checkatrade shows nearly half of young Britons are considering trade careers, amid fears that AI threatens office-based jobs. Recruiters like Hays are also shifting focus toward sectors such as construction and engineering while placing greater value on interpersonal skills.
AI summaryNew data from Lloyds reveals the average amount lost to impersonation scams increased by 10% year-on-year to £3,516, though the overall volume of such cases fell by 3%. The bank highlighted a high-value case where an 85-year-old woman lost £188,000 to a police impersonation scam, and reported a 63% rise in HMRC-related scams.
AI summaryThe search for Ian Roberts, a 24-year-old from Roseville who disappeared after hiking into the American River Canyon near Auburn, concluded on Tuesday, August 25, when his body was found. Authorities believe he slipped and fell down a steep embankment; no foul play is suspected.
AI summaryThe Chicago Sun-Times reports that former WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton is expected to be named as Mike Mulligan's replacement on The Score's morning show, with an announcement planned for Monday afternoon. The new show, co-hosted with David Haugh, is expected to start Aug. 31.
AI summarySean Grayson, the former Illinois sheriff’s deputy convicted of second-degree murder in the 2024 shooting death of Sonya Massey, has died in prison at age 32. His attorney confirmed the death Sunday; Grayson had been battling advanced colon cancer and had recently been denied medical release.
AI summaryA Belfast rehabilitation programme using psychological techniques instead of medication has helped more than 100 patients, including Julie-Ann Walkden, who now feels 'the boss of my pain'. New research from Queen's University Belfast reveals a stark deprivation gap, with patients in poorer areas three times more likely to face pain-related depression.
AI summaryReports detail how senior U.S. officials lobbied Swiss authorities to resolve a criminal case against Venezuelan businessman Alejandro Betancourt, who has become a key intermediary for the Trump administration in Venezuela. Despite European probes, Betancourt has not been charged, and his company has ramped up oil output significantly.
AI summaryChris Bryant, the Northern Ireland Secretary, made his first official visit to Dublin, meeting Irish justice and foreign affairs ministers. The visit focused on economic ties, joint security, and legacy commitments, with Bryant pressing both governments to advance Troubles legacy legislation.