News for August 16, 2025

Middleweight champ faces a tricky title defense against the unbeaten Russian.

Exploring Italy using one of its iconic modes of transport makes for a journey just as thrilling as the destination itself.

As the future of the chain hangs in the balance, what made tweenagers fall in love with its quirky charm?

Has autumn come sooner than expected to the UK – and does it even matter if it has?

After a long and bitter legal battle splitting his family, Harry Roy Veevers is yet to rest in peace.

Students at a secondary school in London wrote letters to themselves at the height of Covid – and opened them again just before their GCSEs.

Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer explains how Tottenham have adopted a more direct approach to their playing style under Thomas Frank, by placing an emphasis on long passes as well as putting more crosses into the box.

Match of the Day pundits Alan Shearer and Wayne Rooney discuss Tijjani Reijnders’ ‘perfect midfield performance’ in his Premier League debut in Manchester City’s 4-0 win over Wolves and explain why he will make a difference in Pep Guardiola’s side this season.

Match of the Day pundit Wayne Rooney explains why Sunderland’s ability to sit deep and hit teams on the counter attack could be the key for the newly promoted side to avoid relegation, after their first match back in England’s top flight ended in a 3-0 win ov…

Over the last 30 years, the number of fishermen in the UK has nearly halved – from around 20,000 to 10,000, and the average age of a fisherman is 55.

The UK has given the world plenty: modern football, the World Wide Web, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones… and, of course, fish and chips. But one of its greatest exports might just be its sharp, unique sense of humor, the kind that can make people laugh from t…

The new Asean Cancer Research Society, which aims to transform how cancer is understood and treated in the region, will be spearheaded by a team of local researchers at University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) in Semenyih, Selangor. Read full story

Netflix has racked up several amazing spy and conspiracy action series over the years. From rookie spies getting in way over their heads to seasoned agents uncovering massive government cover-ups, …

As an authoritarian China tries hard to win the world over, a sumptuous table may be a useful draw.

From Argentina to Poland, Sardinia to the UK, these murals show the beauty of people, nature, and imagination painted on walls. This collection features reflections on identity, vibrant portraits, playful animals, cultural heritage, and surreal encounters wit…

The College Football Playoff format for the 2026 schedule still has not been determined. That remains in limbo with a Dec. 1 deadline set while the Big Ten keeps proposing some crazy formats. Before that decision needs to be made, the SEC needs to determine w…

We made them “princes over us at our head” so now what can we say when that comes back to bite us?

England’s lone current male titleholder successfully retained his WBA featherweight belt with a 12-round unanimous decision.

Liam and Noel Gallagher lead a joyous, rousing evening of anthems and belters on the first of two nights at the Dublin stadium. Still, we’ve got to save what’s left of our voices for Wonderwall, which Liam intones with impressive relish, his distinctive hands…

The gathering, which is planned for Monday, comes on the heels of the Alaska summit Read Full Article at RT.com

Trump will host the Ukrainian president at the White House on Monday in their first Oval Office encounter since a public spat in February. The new encounter…

One in 18,000 people in the UK have Williams Syndrome, meaning they are empathetic and friendly, but can have learning disabilities and anxiety.

Woo, he’s about to make a name for himself here.

A Navy veteran couple marks their 80th wedding anniversary on the anniversary of World War II’s end and shares their decades-long love story on “America Reports.”

Illegal treasure hunters are targeting ancient sites to get artefacts for the black market.

A big week is coming up for the Federal Reserve and central bank enthusiasts.

Mad Cave Studios’ November 2025 solicits and solicitations drop with the launch of Peter Milligan and Piotr Kowalski’s very topical Liquidator, given that this week also sees the big hearing on whether of not Diamond can liquidate all their consigned stocks o…

Sophie Turner shared a story about a 2014 incident. It involved a famous couple’s breakup. Internet users speculate Emma Roberts and Evan Peters were the couple. The couple had a rocky relationship. They were engaged since 2013. There were reports of fights. …

Kentucky appears to be all-in on Incarnate Word transfer Zach Calzada to be the program’s starting quarterback in 2025. The seventh-year senior brings a load of experience to the table and has gotten most of the snaps with the first unit throughout spring pra…

With retail prices starting under 20 bucks, and a sleek, simple combination of wood handle, hard steel blade and no-fuss twisting ring locks, Opinel knives are one of the true ageless classics of the folding knife market. This year, though, the Opinel lineup …

World leaders hailed President Trump’s push for a diplomatic breakthrough after the Alaska summit, calling it a “glimmer of hope” – a jarring contrast to Moscow’s triumphant mood at no longer being a pariah on the world stage.

After driving this EV, I was surprised how it captured the soul of a gas car—and why it could win over even diehard gearheads.

Pep Guardiola praises the impact of new signings Tijjani Reijnders, Rayan Cherki and James Trafford as Manchester City start their Premier League season with victory at Wolves.

The US president will meet Zelensky in Washington on Monday in the wake of his Alaska summit with Vladimir Putin on Friday.

Issy Christiansen and Jamie Redknapp analyse Tijjani Reijnders’ Manchester City debut after the new signing was involved in three of the four goals.

This 1987 BMW 528i is a right-hand-drive example that was sold new in the UK and modified with an E36 M3 Evo 3.2L inline-six and six-speed manual transmission before being featured on BaT in 2015. It was later imported to the US and sold on BaT in January 201…

Liam Gallagher says he will no longer be throwing his tambourine or maracas into the crowd during Oasis concerts, citing safety concerns.

The Anker Prime TB5 Docking Station has plenty of interfaces and state-of-the-art features – but is it worth the cost?

Since coming into office, United States President Donald Trump has doubled down on his “Drill, baby, drill” statement by opening federal land for licensing and encouraging oil and gas companies to increase production. One state Trump has set his sights on is …

Erling Haaland picks up where he left off last season scoring twice while new signing Tijani Reijnders also impresses as Manchester City comfortably beat Wolves 4-0 win in the Premier League at Molineux.

Two goals from Richarlison, including a stunning scissor kick, help Thomas Frank win his first Premier League match in charge of Tottenham against Burnley.

Sunderland make a winning start to their first Premier League campaign since 2016-17, with a deserved 3-0 win over West Ham United at the Stadium of Light.

The woman was one of 180 Gazans evacuated by Italy in response to the humanitarian crisis

WASHINGTON — President Trump made an abrupt announcement about two hours into his private, roughly three-hour meeting with Vladimir Putin Friday — declaring he wanted a full peace deal in Ukraine rather than a cease-fire, The Post has learned. Convinced there…

Highlights from the Premier League match between Wolves and Manchester City.

Just Egg, the healthy, sustainable plant-based egg made from mung beans, has partnered with McCann Birmingham to launch in the UK with a comprehensive 360 campaign entitled “Finally, Just Egg Has Landed.” For The Vegan Food Group – the exclusive licensee and…

Plastics at a crossroads: why petrochemical lock-in blocks change, how recycling myths persist, and when bottle standardization could finally gain traction.

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The DFB Pokal winners take on the reigning Bundesliga champions.

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Rayan Cherki fires from 20 yards to score Man City’s fourth at Wolves

The prototype Royal Navy robotic submarine XV-Excalibur has provided a glimpse of the fleet of the future by patrolling the waters at HMNB Devonport in Plymouth, England while controlled from a command center in Australia 10,000 miles (16,000 km) away.Continu…

Netflix KPop Demon Hunters has become so big on Netflix that the streaming service has reportedly been referring to the film as their own “Frozen.” Already planning to create sequels, live-action adaptations, and even a world tour, the animated movie is plann…

Models strutted down a runway in front of the National Gallery as the label, which has been operating solely online since 2020, relaunched with a promise to compete at the top end of the market and stay “London-driven”.

Libby Partridge was just days away from selling her 6-year-old horse, but as it turns out, there would soon be a dramatic new addition.

Yes, Putin once took a dog to meet Angela Merkel, who is famously afraid of dogs. No, he did not ride a rollercoaster with Kim Jong Un.

Not every festival could be Woodstock or the Isle Of Wight

Fabian Hurzeler says he will “try to take the positives” from a difficult result, after Brighton were denied an opening-day win by a 96th-minute Rodrigo Muniz equaliser in a 1-1 draw with Fulham in the Premier League at the AMEX Stadium.

Marco Silva praises forward Rodrigo Muniz’s “touch and finish” after the substitute scores a 96th-minute equaliser for Fulham in their 1-1 draw with Brighton in the Premier League at the AMEX Stadium.

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The Prince and Princess of Wales will trade their cozy Adelaide Cottage for the eight-bedroom Forest Lodge.

With the Trump administration axing tax credits and crippling a federally funded charging network, EV sales in the US slow to a crawl in 2025 as China and Europe see increases of up to 30%. North America fell far behind China and Europe in terms of EV adoptio…

Hundreds of Druze took to the streets of Sweida in Syria’s south, with some waving Israeli flags. It comes after deadly clashes between Druze militias and Bedouin Sunni tribes.

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No wind for extended periods is an increasingly more frequent trend, affecting electricity generation globally. A study points out that droughts can increase by up to 40% in the next years.

Published on August 16, 2025 4:53 PM GMTQuick Summary

• Collider bias and Berkson’s paradox are pretty common and often neglected
• I think it’s not just a niche statistical concept: it explains a bunch of interesting stuff, and has some use in ap…

Sentiment running high ahead of first of two Dublin gigs, with one man travelling from San Francisco to see the Gallagher brothers and co

Highlights from the Premier League match between Brighton and Fulham.

Highlights of the Premier League match between Sunderland and West Ham.

Highlights of the Sky Bet Championship match between Blackburn Rovers and Birmingham City.