Entertainment, Politics
Judge Orders Kennedy Center to Pay Musician $250,000
A judge has ordered the Kennedy Center to pay a musician $250,000 after he canceled a performance there.
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Politics
Trump Switched Planes at Nato Summit for Security Reasons
US President Donald Trump left a Nato summit in Turkey on a different aircraft than the one carrying his cabinet, according to reports.
Sports, Nature
Venomous Snake Found in Football Player's Helmet in Arkansas
A high school football player in Arkansas got a frightening surprise during practice.
Sports, Business
Lakers Sold for Record $12.5 Billion, Reports Say
The Los Angeles Lakers, one of the most famous teams in American basketball, has reportedly been sold. According to sources quoted by news outlets, businessman Josh Kushner and former Disney chief Bob Iger will buy the t
Technology, Business
Apple Loses Bid to Pause App Store Fee Case
A U.S. court has rejected Apple's request to pause an ongoing legal battle over App Store fees, while the company waits to see if the Supreme Court will take up the case.
Entertainment, Technology
Buy Phantom Blade Zero, Get a Free Fortnite Outfit
A new action video game called Phantom Blade Zero is offering players a special bonus. If you buy it on the Epic Games Store, you get a free item in Fortnite.
Entertainment
School Founded by Charlotte Church Operated Without Permission
A school founded by singer and TV personality Charlotte Church has reportedly been operating without the correct permission, according to a BBC report.
Business, Technology
Nebius Shares Rise on Strong AI Cloud Growth
Nebius Group, a technology company that provides AI cloud services, has reported its second quarter 2026 financial results.
Nature, Science
Two Disturbances Could Develop in the Atlantic This Week
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is tracking two areas of disturbed weather in the eastern Atlantic Ocean this week.
Politics
Trump Took Secret Flight From Turkey Amid Iran Threat
President Trump reportedly took a secret flight out of Turkey after receiving a threat linked to Iran, contradicting his own earlier public statements about the trip.
Technology, Politics
Flock License Plate Cameras Spark Debate Over Police Surveillance
A company called Flock has built a large network of license-plate reading cameras across the United States. These cameras can identify and track almost any car that passes by them.
Science, Nature
How to Watch the Eclipse Safely Without Solar Glasses
The UK and Europe are getting ready to see a big solar eclipse later today. This will be the best eclipse seen in the UK since 1999. A solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun. The Moon bl
Sports
Mookie Betts Hits Game-Tying Single vs Royals
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts hit a game-tying single during a game against the Kansas City Royals.
Sports
Dodgers Pitcher Blake Snell Strikes Out 10 in Comeback Game
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell has made a strong return after three months away from baseball.
Nature
Shark Pulls Maine Lifeguard Underwater at Popular Beach
A lifeguard in Maine has described being pulled underwater by a shark, in an incident he called "too close for comfort." He said a great white shark dragged him about five feet below the surface.
Politics
Close Race in Wisconsin Governor Primary
Voters in Wisconsin are taking part in a Democratic primary to choose a candidate for governor. A primary election lets members of a political party pick one person to represent them in a later, bigger election.
Sports
Brewers Face Padres in San Diego Series
The Milwaukee Brewers are set to play the San Diego Padres in an upcoming baseball game.
Sports
Brewers Face Padres in MLB Matchup
The Milwaukee Brewers faced the San Diego Padres in a Major League Baseball, or MLB, game. Fans followed the score, the lineups, and live updates throughout the match.
Sports
Astros Beat Giants 6-3 in Extra Innings
The Houston Astros defeated the San Francisco Giants 6-3 in a Major League Baseball game played on August 10, 2026.
Politics
Trump's Approval Rating Falls to New Low, Poll Shows
President Donald Trump's job approval rating has fallen to 33% in a new poll, marking another record low.
