US officials open investigation into former special counsel Jack Smith
Smith had led two federal criminal cases against Donald Trump before resigning from his post earlier this year. BBC News
Family condemns Hamas video showing emaciated Israeli hostage
Evyatar David’s family says Hamas is starving him, as the group shows a video of him being kept in a tunnel. BBC News
Lakers, Luka Doncic reach agreement on three-year max contract extension
Luka Doncic will not test the free agency market. Instead, the five-time NBA All-Star has agreed to a contract extension that will tie him to the Los Angeles Lakers through…
Siraj strikes after Jaiswal helps India set England daunting target
Yashasvi Jaiswal makes sparkling hundred with Mohammed Siraj striking with last ball of day as India look to tie series. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video…
‘Golden Bachelor’ star Mel Owens does damage control after controversial age preference comments
Mel Owens, the new face of “The Golden Bachelor,” is doing damage control. The former NFL linebacker turned reality star found himself in hot water after he revealed he asked…
Smoke from Canadian wildfires brings unhealthy air to large swaths of the MidwestGlobalnews Digital
Smoke from Canadian wildfires hovered over the U.S. Midwest Saturday, prompting unhealthy‑air alerts across many states including Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Sarah Nurse ready to make waves with new PWHL team in VancouverGlobalnews Digital
After she was left unprotected by the Toronto Sceptres in June’s expansion draft, Nurse made the decision to sign a one-year contract as a free agent.
Ukraine says defence sector corruption scheme uncovered
Anticorruption agencies arrest four suspects after government forced to backtrack on push to strip them of autonomy. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Trick your brain into staying motivated with this simple psychology hack
Dreading a task at the end of a long week? There may be a way to trick your brain into seeing that chore as a reward. “Dopamine anchoring” is the…
4 charged with first-degree murder in death of 19-year-old B.C. manGlobalnews Digital
Homicide investigators in British Columbia say four men have been charged with first-degree murder in the death of a 19-year-old man earlier this year.
Jennifer Lopez sizzles in string bikini while basking under Egypt sun
Jennifer Lopez is heating up the desert. The 56-year-old icon took to social media to share new bikini shots from her getaway to Egypt. With the caption “Felt cute in…
Police pay rise of 4.2% ‘barely treads water’, staff body says
The Police Federation says the 4.2% pay rise is “worth the price of a Big Mac per shift”. BBC News
Commanders head coach Dan Quinn reacts to Terry McLaurin’s trade request
Washington Commanders star wide receiver Terry McLaurin reportedly requested a trade, and head coach Dan Quinn spoke about it for the first time Saturday. McLaurin, 29, has been present but…
Kamala Harris admits there are things she would’ve done differently in 2024, fails to elaborate
Former Vice President Kamala Harris appeared on “The Late Show” on Thursday where she acknowledged that there were some things that she would have done differently in her 2024 bid…
Late Crawley wicket gives India the edge in enthralling fifth Test
Josh Tongue takes five wickets as India are bowled out for 396 in their second innings, setting England 374 to win, with the home side losing Zak Crawley with the…
Crawley falls late as India take upper hand
Mohammed Siraj dismisses England opener Zak Crawley with the penultimate ball of day three as India take the upper hand in the fifth and final Test. BBC News
Hamas refuses to disarm until Palestinian state established
Negotiations between Israel and Hamas for a ceasefire and the release of hostages stalled last week. BBC News
‘More than a game’: New cricket facility opens in WinnipegSam Thompson
The Manitoba Cricket Association marked the opening of La Barrière Park Cricket Fields on Saturday. The Winnipeg facility includes three pitches, practice nets and a batting cage.
The best food to be found at US airports, according to frequent travelers
America’s busiest airports are quietly becoming unexpected food destinations — and smart travelers know just where to grab the best bite before takeoff. Airport lounges have elevated their food offerings…