Sports
Cubs vs. Reds: Series Preview
The Chicago Cubs will host the Cincinnati Reds in a new series starting Friday, August 28.
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Education, Politics
234 Colleges Join Common App Direct Admissions
Common App, the platform that many students use to apply to colleges in the United States, has announced that 234 colleges will now take part in its direct admissions program. Direct admissions allows colleges to offer a
Nature, Science
Old Farmer's Almanac Predicts 'Mostly Mild' Winter for 2026
The Old Farmer's Almanac has released its forecast for the 2026 winter season.
Entertainment
Ridley Scott Plans Another Alien: Covenant Film
Director Ridley Scott, who created the original Alien film, is now working on a new sequel to his 2017 movie Alien: Covenant. The news has surprised some film fans and critics.
Politics
Tate Brothers Complain About US Jail as Extradition Case Continues
Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate have complained about the conditions in the US jail where they are being held.
Sports, Business
NFL Renews Betting Deals With DraftKings and FanDuel, Adds Fanatics
The NFL, America's biggest sports league, has announced new official partnerships with three sports betting companies for the 2026 season.
Business, Politics
Fed's Kevin Warsh Prepares for Key Jackson Hole Meeting Amid Inflation Worries
Kevin Warsh, a member of the US Federal Reserve, is preparing for the important Jackson Hole conference. The event is a major yearly gathering where central bankers and economists discuss the global economy.
Politics
Senator Seeks Investigation of RFK Jr Over Samoa Trip Claims
A US senator has called for a criminal investigation into Robert F. Kennedy Jr, the country's top health official.
Entertainment
Leslie Mann on Fashion Advice From Her Daughters
Actress Leslie Mann has opened up about the fashion advice she gets from her daughters. Fashion means the way people choose to dress and style themselves.
Nature, Business
Staff to Leave Macquarie Island Over Bird Flu Fears
Staff working for Australia's Antarctic program will be withdrawn from Macquarie Island because of concerns about bird flu. The island, which lies between Australia and Antarctica, is home to large numbers of seabirds an
Business, Politics
USDA Recalls 30,000 Pounds of Argentine Beef
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an emergency recall of nearly 30,000 pounds of raw beef imported from Argentina.
Nature, Technology
Storms Cause Power Outages in San Antonio and Other Areas
Thousands of people in San Antonio lost power on Thursday when strong storms moved through the city.
Sports
Washington Mystics Beat Phoenix Mercury 94-84
The Washington Mystics defeated the Phoenix Mercury 94-84 in a WNBA game played on August 25, 2026. The Mystics scored 10 more points than the Mercury to win the matchup. This result adds to the ongoing standings for bot
Sports
Patriots Play Final Preseason Game Against Browns
The New England Patriots played their final preseason game of 2026 against the Cleveland Browns. Preseason games happen before the regular season and do not affect team standings.
Sports
MLB Tonight Previews Dodgers vs. Braves Matchup
The TV show MLB Tonight previewed a baseball game between the Dodgers and the Braves. The show discussed picks for a bet called FanDuel SGP.
Sports
Internacional and Grêmio Meet in Gre-Nal 453
Internacional and Grêmio are set to face each other in another edition of the Gre-Nal, the traditional derby between the two rival clubs from Rio Grande do Sul. This will be the 453rd Gre-Nal in history, and it forms par
Nature
Storms to Cover 70% of Central Florida This Afternoon
Forecasters expect storms to cover about 70% of Central Florida this afternoon. This high level of coverage means most of the region will experience rain.
Politics
Florida Grand Jury: DeSantis Team Misused Medicaid Settlement Money
A grand jury in Florida has found that the administration of Governor Ron DeSantis misappropriated money from a Medicaid legal settlement. Medicaid is a US government program that helps low-income people pay for healthca
Sports
Heat Sign Center Nick Richards to One-Year Deal
The Miami Heat have signed center Nick Richards, a former Chicago Bulls player, to a one-year contract. The move is meant to strengthen Miami's frontcourt.
Business
Conair Recalls More Than 3.6 Million Cuisinart Grill Brushes
Conair has expanded its recall of Cuisinart grill brushes, adding 1.9 million units to an earlier recall.