Why has the Bank of England cut interest rates?
Rates are now at their lowest since March 2023 even though inflation is well above target. BBC News
Ex-Man Utd star McTominay nominated for Ballon d’Or
Former Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay is among the 30-name shortlist for the 2025 Ballon d’Or award. BBC News
‘Palestinian Pele’ Suleiman al-Obeid killed while seeking aid in Gaza
Al-Obeid was known as the ‘Pele of Palestinian football’ and was one of its brightest stars. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Business owner behind mysterious ‘Remember Hiroshima’ protest doll at Disneyland’s ‘Small World’ ride revealed
Baffled Disneyland visitors at the “It’s a Small World” attraction were greeted by a protest doll holding a sign reading “Remember Hiroshima” over the weekend, sparking questions and speculation online…
Carville calls on Democrats to ‘unilaterally’ pack Supreme Court, create new blue states ‘to save democracy’
Democratic strategist James Carville urged on Wednesday that Democrats open “Pandora’s Box” and execute multiple controversial power grabs to “save democracy,” including establishing a permanent electoral majority the next time…
Ozzy documentary shows ‘last chapter’ of his life
The one-hour film for BBC iPlayer and BBC One will air on Monday 18 August at 21:00 BST. BBC News
Brown urges Reeves to hike gambling taxes at Budget
The former Labour prime minister says hitting the “undertaxed” sector could pay for benefits rises. BBC News
Compression socks and slip-on sneakers for comfortable travel
Long travel days (whether by plane, train or car) can leave your feet aching, your ankles swollen and your legs feeling heavy. However, the right compression socks and slip-on shoes…
Former UFC fighter Ben Askren reveals why he turned to Christianity after double lung transplant
Former UFC fighter Ben Askren says he turned to faith after waking up from a medically induced coma and undergoing a double lung transplant following a severe case of pneumonia.…
Sephora urged to drop Huda Beauty cosmetic line after its founder accuses Israel of causing all World Wars
FIRST ON FOX– Activist group StopAntisemitism is demanding Sephora stop carrying products from Huda Beauty after its founder posted a TikTok rant in which she blamed Israel for causing every…
‘Grandmama from Tennessee’ refuses to let Hollywood change her after becoming sitcom star
Leanne Morgan is reflecting on her journey from small-town southern grandmother to sitcom star. The 59-year-old, who was raised in rural Tennessee, always dreamed of becoming a comedian. However, she…
2028 hopeful challenges Trump’s juvenile surgery ban while critiquing women’s sports bill’s supporters
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro drew sharp criticism after joining a lawsuit to block President Donald Trump from placing prohibitions on juvenile gender surgeries and criticizing supporters of a state Senate…
Dem governor defies FBI: ‘Unwelcome’ to pursue Texas Democratic lawmakers
Democratic Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said Wednesday that the FBI would be “unwelcome” to pursue Texas lawmakers who fled to his home state to stall a redistricting vote. In an…
UK gives China two weeks to explain gaps in mega-embassy plan
The deputy prime minister has requested a response over the redacted plans by 20 August. BBC News
Ex-Superman actor says he’s becoming US immigration agent
Dean Cain says he’ll be “sworn in as an ICE agent asap” following a recruitment drive by the agency. BBC News
What are semiconductors and why is Trump threatening 100% tariffs?
The President said he plans to introduce 100% tariffs on foreign-made chips, but the largest producers may avoid the levy. BBC News
Viral ‘Nicki Minaj challenge’ prompts warning from Toronto surgeonNoor Ibrahim
A viral social media challenge has lots of people throwing on a pair of high heels and testing their balance to its fullest extent.
NFL players can still use smelling salts on gameday as union clarifies league ban
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle, and every NFL player, doesn’t have to go into gamedays without smelling salts after all. Kittle joked that he “considered retirement” after a…
4 key Senate seats Republicans aim to flip in 2026 midterms to expand their majority
Republican Sen. Tim Scott’s goal in next year’s midterm elections is not only to defend the GOP’s 53-47 margin in the Senate, but to expand the majority. Scott, the conservative…