Sports
Insider Says Kuminga Prefers Team With ‘Most Opportunity’
NBA player Jonathan Kuminga may soon leave his current team, according to a sports insider. Two teams are reportedly interested: the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves.
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Sports
Golfer Matt Gogel Suspended for Betting on Golf
Matt Gogel, a member of the PGA Tour Champions, has been suspended for six months. The tour is a golf competition for players over 50 years old.
Science, Nature
Geomagnetic Storm Watch Issued for August 27-28
The US space weather agency, NOAA, has issued a geomagnetic storm watch for August 27-28. The warning follows a powerful solar flare that erupted from the sun.
Politics
Pentagon Says It Found Hidden Files on Afghanistan Withdrawal
The U.S. Pentagon says it has found hidden files about the final days of the Afghanistan war.
Nature, Politics
Dozens of US and Canadian Citizens Missing After Nepal Floods
Flash flooding in Nepal has left dozens of United States and Canadian citizens missing, officials say.
Sports
Preston North End Host Everton in League Cup
Preston North End will host Everton in a League Cup match.
Sports
Arizona State Hockey Player Hospitalized After Outdoor Workout
Arizona State University is investigating an outdoor workout after a hockey player collapsed and was taken to the hospital. The player, Matthew Mayich, is an NHL prospect for the St. Louis Blues.
Politics
Opinion: McConnell Should Return to Senate Soon, Columnist Says
Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky has become the subject of public concern about his health. A newspaper columnist named Gerth has written an opinion piece arguing that McConnell should return to the Senate soon if str
Business
Mortgage Rates Rise, Home Loan Demand Falls
Mortgage rates have risen to their highest level in three weeks, according to news reports on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. This rise is making it harder for people to buy homes.
Technology, Entertainment
Xbox Boss Talks About Console Price and Digital Games
Asha Sharma, a senior figure at Xbox, has spoken to the BBC about the company's plans for its next games console. Xbox is a brand of video game consoles made by Microsoft.
Politics
Judge Rejects Ghislaine Maxwell's Bid to Overturn Conviction
A federal judge has rejected Ghislaine Maxwell's attempt to overturn her sex-trafficking conviction. The judge also refused her request for release from prison.
Nature, Politics
Sark Plan Could Protect 30% of Its Waters
A new marine plan could give added protection to a large area of sea around the island of Sark.
Entertainment
Sign of More ‘Lioness’: Season 4 May Be Coming
'Lioness' is a popular TV series created by Taylor Sheridan. It follows women agents working for the CIA on dangerous secret missions.
Business
Target Apologizes and Pulls Halloween Clown Costume After Racism Backlash
The American retailer Target has apologized after a children's Halloween clown costume caused a strong backlash online.
Politics
US Secret Service Responds to Iranian Video Threat Against Barron Trump
Iranian state television has aired a video that threatens Barron Trump, the son of US President Donald Trump.
Business
Lawyer Discusses Crash Cases and I-10 Accident in Florida
A leading car accident attorney based in Port St. Lucie, Florida, has spoken about the firm's litigation experience against insurance companies. Litigation means fighting a legal case in court. The attorney's firm has ha
Politics
US Army Black Hawk Helicopter Crashes in Colorado
A US Army Black Hawk helicopter has crashed in the state of Colorado.
Politics
Democratic Newcomer Wins Oklahoma Runoff, Vows to Impeach Trump
A Democratic newcomer has won a surprise victory in an Oklahoma runoff election, an outcome many did not expect. This kind of unexpected win is often called an upset.
Sports
Cleveland Guardians Offense Aims for Win Against Angels
The Cleveland Guardians are set to play the Los Angeles Angels in a baseball series.
Entertainment, Technology
GTA 6: Extended Trailer Coming This Week
Fans of Grand Theft Auto VI, known as GTA 6, will get a new look at the game this week. An extended trailer will show more footage than earlier previews.
