Business, Entertainment
McDonald's Launches Hello Kitty and Godzilla Happy Meal
McDonald's has announced a new Happy Meal that combines two very different but famous characters: Hello Kitty and Godzilla.
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Nature, Science
El Niño Set to Reach Record Strength Before Winter 2026-27
Forecasters say El Niño is growing stronger and could reach record strength before winter 2026-27. The event is already influencing weather patterns around the world.
Business, Travel
The Dos and Don'ts of Writing an Out-of-Office Reply
As summer reaches its busiest point for holidays, many workers are switching on their out-of-office email replies before they leave. The BBC has shared advice on how to write one well.
Business
Target Stock Rises, But Earnings Report Will Be a Key Test
Shares of Target, the American retail company, have recently been rising strongly. This growth has caught the attention of many investors.
Entertainment, Technology
Drake's Move to Streaming Platform Kick Sparks Debate
Rapper Drake has started streaming on Kick, a live video platform. This move has led some fans to ask if it could damage his legacy as a top artist.
Sports
Fluminense Draws with Independiente Rivadavia in Copa Libertadores
Independiente Rivadavia from Argentina played Fluminense from Brazil in football.
Entertainment
Hannah Waddingham's Role Before Ted Lasso: A Game of Thrones Villain
Hannah Waddingham is well known today for her role in the show Ted Lasso, where she plays a kind and strong character. However, before this success, she had a very different acting job.
Sports
Dodgers Face Bullpen Trouble as Closer Díaz Struggles
The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing a serious bullpen problem, and reports are trying to explain what may have caused it.
Sports, Business
Jeanie Buss Tries to Stop Sale of Lakers Family Stake
Jeanie Buss is reportedly trying to stop her siblings from selling the family's remaining stake in the Los Angeles Lakers. A stake is the part of a company or team that someone owns.
Sports
Colts Expected to Sign Veteran Receiver Keenan Allen
The Indianapolis Colts are expected to sign veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen, according to recent reports.
Entertainment
Jesse Eisenberg Wins $250,000 for Charity on TV Quiz Show
Actor Jesse Eisenberg recently appeared as a contestant on the television game show 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.'
Sports
Atmane Faces Top Seed Zverev in Cincinnati Return
Tennis fans are watching a big match at the Cincinnati tournament. Terence Atmane, who reached the semi-finals last year, will play top seed Alexander Zverev in round three.
Politics
Australia: Independent MP Criticises Gambling Reform Deal
Independent Australian MP Sophie Scamps has sharply criticised a gambling reform bill being negotiated between the Labor government and the Coalition opposition. She described the plan as "weak, piecemeal, pathetic".
Sports, Entertainment
Jessica Pegula Shares Her Fashion Ritual for Feeling Confident on Court
American tennis player Jessica Pegula has revealed a surprising fashion ritual that helps her feel like herself when she competes on court.
Sports
Mets Host Padres at Citi Field, Game Live on SNY
The New York Mets will host the San Diego Padres on August 17, 2026, at Citi Field.
Politics
Trump Meets Teen Lifeguard and Boy He Saved at Sea
A teenage lifeguard who saved a young boy from the ocean at Seabright Beach has met President Trump at the White House.
Politics
Supreme Court Asked to Review Texas Ten Commandments Law
The U.S. Supreme Court has been asked to review a Texas law that requires the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public schools. The Ten Commandments are a set of religious rules connected to Judaism and Christianity.
Sports, Politics
Fifa Official Leaves After Criticising President Infantino
A senior figure at football's world governing body, Fifa, has left his position. This happened three weeks after he criticised a plan from Fifa's president.
Politics
Trump's Outreach to North Korea's Kim Worries South Korea
President Trump's friendly overture toward North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is causing problems for the United States' alliance with South Korea.
Politics
Trump Says White House Needs 'Military Complex' as Courts Block Ballroom Plan
US President Donald Trump has said the White House needs a 'military complex,' after courts blocked his plan to build a new ballroom on the grounds.
