Woakes may risk rehab over surgery to make Ashes
Chris Woakes says rehabilitation “could be a risk he’s willing to take” to be fit for the Ashes, rather than having surgery on his shoulder injury. BBC News
Sha’Carri Richardson surveillance video captures Olympian’s physical moments with boyfriend before arrest
Surveillance video of what led to Sha’Carri Richardson’s arrest has been released. In the video from the Seattle-Tacoma Airport on July 27, originally obtained by TMZ Sports, Richardson is seen…
Advance polls open in federal byelection in Alberta riding of Battle River-CrowfootGlobalnews Digital
Advance polls for the Aug. 18 byelection in the federal riding of Battle River-Crowfoot open on Friday. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is one of a record 214 candidates.
Abbotsford police issue public safety alert over rash of pellet gun shootingsAmy Judd
Abbotsford police said multiple people reported either seeing what looked like a firearm or hearing shots being fired in their direction.
Sciver-Brunt’s 64 in vain as Phoenix beat Rockets
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt hit 64 but her Trent Rockets side lost by 11 runs against Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred. BBC News
Georgia attorney general sues GOP opponent in governor’s race over campaign financing
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr, one of the leading Republican contenders for governor, has filed a lawsuit against Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, challenging the legality of his GOP rival’s campaign…
2 men in critical condition after shooting in northeast CalgaryKen MacGillivray
Calgary police are investigating an early Friday morning shooting in the community of Taradale that sent two men to hospital in critical condition.
Trump calls for Intel boss to resign immediately, alleging China ties
The unusual demand adds to challenges facing the firm, which has been seen as falling behind in the chip race. BBC News
In rare interview, Poilievre’s campaign chief says she regrets riding lossSean Previl
The Conservatives national campaign manager Jenni Byrne said in a podcast interview that she plans to focus on her consulting business and won’t run the next campaign.
U of M music prof arrested, accused of historic sex crimes against teen studentSam Thompson
A University of Manitoba professor has been arrested in connection with an historic sexual assault investigation, Winnipeg police say.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ‘preparing to arrest’ fleeing Democrats who left stateRachel Goodman
Abbott warned that Democrats would have to remain out of state for years to prevent the redistricting legislation from passing.
Texans get positive update after star CJ Gardner-Johnson’s injury scare: report
Houston Texans safety CJ Gardner-Johnson was feared to have sustained a significant injury at Thursday’s practice in West Virginia, but appears to have avoided the worst possible outcome, according to…
Republican leader shreds Tim Walz over Minnesota law that freed axe murderer
EXCLUSIVE: The highest-ranking Minnesotan in Congress is blasting Gov. Tim Walz after a man who murdered his family as a teenager was released from prison. “Once again, Tim Walz proves…
Mexico’s president rules out U.S. military entering to fight cartelsGlobalnews Digital
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said they were informed of a coming order, but it had nothing to do with U.S. military operating on Mexican soil.
Crypto-coin creator claims responsibility for graphic WNBA trend amid arrests
A self-described cryptocurrency aficionado claimed responsibility for the recent sex toy disturbances at WNBA games, despite two people already being arrested for separate incidents. The anonymous “culprit” spoke to OutKick…
4th sex toy thrown on court during WNBA game as disturbing trend continuesKatie Scott
The WNBA said any spectators throwing objects onto the court will face at least a one-year ban and prosecution from law enforcement.
Man charged with murder after fatal shooting in downtown TorontoGlobalnews Digital
A 26-year-old man from Mississauga, Ont., is facing a second-degree murder charge after another man died in hospital following a shooting in downtown Toronto on Saturday.
JD Vance questions UK’s Palestinian statehood plan
Vance discusses Gaza and other issues with the foreign secretary at his official residence Chevening. BBC News
Bayern Munich veers from Rwanda sponsorship after criticism
German football club to shift away from ‘Visit Rwanda’ sponsorship after criticism from fans. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera