You have no house, you owe Bella over N30m – Phyna to Sheggz
Former Big Brother Naija housemate Phyna has publicly criticised fellow reality TV star Sheggz amid the ongoing controversy surrounding his relationship with Bella Okagbue.
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Bears Donate $200K To Support Local Storm Recovery Efforts
The Chicago Bears donated $200,000 to support storm and flood recovery efforts in Chicago's south suburbs and Northwest Indiana.
The archer who shoots a target he cannot see
After losing his sight, James Griffiths has found a new purpose through vision-impaired archery, using touch, sound and determination to chase a place on the world stage.
‘You’re at war when you get attacked’ — Canada’s Mark Carney accuses U.S. of using economic integration as a weapon as trade fight spurs tariff hikes
U.S. will impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods, and Canada set Sept. 8 as the start of its retaliatory penalties.
Four suspects arrested over deaths of 18 elephants in Amboseli ecosystem
The Government has stepped up investigations into the deaths of 18 elephants in the Amboseli ecosystem, with preliminary laboratory findings pointing to the possible involvement of a toxic substance. Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano said the first 15 elephant deaths were recorded between June 24 and July 24, 2026…
Turkey: Osimhen becomes third-highest scoring foreign player in Galatasaray’s history
Victor Osimhen has become the third-highest scoring foreign player in Galatasaray’s history. According to Forza Cimbom, the Nigerian striker achieved this feat after scoring a brace in Galatasaray’s…
Meet the people working to tackle hate and foster social cohesion
From baking bread to having hard conversations, meet the people rolling up their sleeves to combat hate and foster connection in their communities.
Election fight heats up over proposed $7.6 billion powerline through Victoria
A key issue shaping up for this November's state election is Victoria's power supply. The Labor government has signed a deal for $7.6 billion powerline, while the Coalition has hardened its stance to…
US military newspaper editor voices censorship fears after being fired
The editor-in-chief of US military newspaper Stars and Stripes has told the BBC of his concern over censorship a day after being dismissed by the US Department of Defense (DoD) for “insubordination”.
Tornado near Cleveland? Latest radar as warning issued for Westlake, Elyria, North Ridgeville and North Olmsted
The National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm warnings for the Cleveland area, with threats including 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail.
LaLiga: Ejuke strikes in Sevilla’s 3-1 win at Athletic Bilbao
Chidera Ejuke was among the goals as Sevilla defeated Athletic Bilbao 3-1 in their LaLiga encounter on Saturday. Athletic Bilbao were reduced to 10 men after Yuri Berchiche was sent off in the 11th…
These National Geographic filmmakers spent four years following the journey of a single lion cub – I can’t wait to watch!
National Geographic’s ‘Lion’ promises to be a real-life Lion King story – and the trailer footage looks incredible
Yobe Produces 10m Livestock Annually — Buni
Yobe State produces nearly 10 million heads of livestock annually, making it the largest livestock-producing state in sub-Saharan Africa, according to Governor Mai Mala Buni.
Jaylen Waddle Labeled Broncos' 'Missing Piece' After Strong Preseason Debut
The Broncos view Jaylen Waddle as the 'missing piece' to their offense, and his explosive preseason debut backed up the hype.
- Jaylen Waddle traded to Broncos from Dolphins.
- Waddle impressed in preseason opener with 35-yard catch.
- Trade includes Broncos' 2026 first-round pick.
Two police officers among seven killed in wrong-way car crash
Seven people including two police officers have been killed in a crash with a car driving the wrong way down a dual-carriageway following a pursuit.
When Will Disney's Abu Dhabi Theme Park Open?
Disney's theme park in Abu Dhabi is one of the most anticipated projects in its history. The anticipation is accentuated by how little is known about it, including the opening date.
National Hurricane Center Tracks 3 Atlantic Systems, Raises Odds
The increased monitoring arrives just weeks before the traditional peak of the Atlantic hurricane season on September 10.
- National Hurricane Center monitoring three Atlantic disturbances
- No tropical cyclones active, but watchful for tropical waves
- Peak hurricane season approaches September 10
Why Kenya’s next property boom may happen outside Nairobi – report
Kenya’s next major property investment boom could increasingly take place outside Nairobi as roads, railways, technology hubs and expanding urban populations reshape demand in satellite towns and…
- Kenya's property boom may shift from Nairobi to satellite towns.
- Roads, railways, and tech hubs are transforming demand in peripheral areas.
- Nairobi's satellite towns grow 20-30% faster than the capital.
Kogi LG APC chairman dies after reconciliation meeting
Kogi APC chairman, Oyewole Solomon, dies after slumping at a reconciliation meeting in Ijumu LGA. Learn more about the sudden death of the party leader.
Chinese brands now produce the most impressive camera phones - it's time enthusiasts ditched Apple and Samsung
I've used Oppo's latest flagship phone for the last 3 months. Its camera system never fails to impress.
Rennie savors a ‘special win’ as the All Blacks brace for a Springboks backlash
- New Zealand secured a 33-16 victory over South Africa in the first test.
- Coach Dave Rennie praised defensive efforts and clinical finishing despite scrum struggles.
- Substitute lock George Bower stabilized the scrum after captain Ethan de Groot's injury.
Reddit vs. Rigetti Computing: Which High-Growth Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026, the Social Media Giant or Rising Quantum Computing Company?
Reddit just turned profitable with a 24.1% net margin, while Rigetti burns cash chasing quantum breakthroughs, a stark contrast in risk and reward.
Son of WWII Japanese Soldier Works to Spread Awareness About PTSD, Emotional Wounds from War
The impact of the psychological trauma suffered by soldiers and others during World War II remained unknown for a long time after the war’s end.
- Akio Kuroi, 77, works to raise PTSD awareness in families of WWII Japanese soldiers.
- Discovered father's military records showing involvement in suppressing bandits and U.S. air raids.
- Founded association for bereaved families in 2023, pushing for government survey on mental illness.
Excelerate’s FSRU resumes operations, gas supply improves
The floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU), or LNG terminal, operated by Excelerate Energy at Maheshkhali in Cox’s Bazar, resumed gas supply on Saturday following three days shutdown.
Computer models pinpoint catalysts for replacing fossil-fueled ammonia production
Ammonia is one of the most important chemicals produced in the world, ranking second only to sulfuric acid in the total volume produced each year.
Rice Shortages Drive Japan’s Food Self-Sufficiency to Record Low
Japan’s calorie-based food self-sufficiency rate fell to an all-time low of 37.11% in fiscal 2025, largely due to domestic rice shortages that led to greater imports of the staple grain.
- Japan's food self-sufficiency ratio for 2025 fiscal year is 37.11%, record low.
- Domestic rice shortages drive up imports, reduce local crop consumption.
- Self-sufficiency based on production value rises to 66% due to higher prices.
Atlantic climate variability enables the prediction of leishmaniasis outbreaks in North Africa
Climate variability in the Atlantic Ocean can help predict cutaneous leishmaniasis outbreaks in North Africa several months in advance.
Qatar's real estate market clocks over QR330mn trading volume in a week
The Ministry of Justice has released its weekly real estate trading bulletin for the period from August 9 to 13, showing that the total real estate trading volume across the country exceeded QR330mn…
Rixos Premium Qetaifan appoints Rosette Fares as cluster director of Marketing
Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North has appointed Rosette Fares as its new cluster director of Marketing, tasked with overseeing the destination’s marketing and communications strategy and key…
UK retail sales drop, while government borrowing rises
AgenciesBritish retail sales fell back as expected in July after a surge in June when hot weather boosted demand for fans and air conditioners and supermarkets offered promotions a...
US bond market turns up the heat on Washington
AgenciesThe bond market is one of the few forces in the world strong enough to get politicians to snap to attention. It also helps dictate how much ordinary people have to pay on t...
Japan gov’t launches in-house-developed AI to assist civil servants
AgenciesThe Japanese government has launched a large-scale pilot project for a generative artificial intelligence platform being developed in-house to support the work of civil ser...
Work stress led woman to discover genetic condition that looks like heart attack
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is estimated to affect about one in every 500 people worldwide.
- 73-year-old Christina Chua experienced work stress leading to severe symptoms.
- Diagnosed with atrial fibrillation and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
- Medication regimen and smartwatch monitoring improved her condition.
NUS researchers find drug that turns off ‘master switch’ in aggressive breast cancer
The findings could lead to better, more personalised treatments for the aggressive cancer.
- Researchers discover drug Supinoxin (RX-5902) that suppresses DP103 in aggressive breast cancer
- DP103 drives cancer growth, spread, and treatment resistance in triple-negative breast cancer
- Supinoxin extends survival rates, with 50% of treated models surviving 70 days or more
What getting a puppy has taught me about the true cost of pet parenting
It can be an exhausting experience, emotionally and financially, but the trade-offs aren’t all negative.
- Pet parenting involves significant financial commitment beyond initial purchase price.
- Regular expenses like food, insurance, and veterinary care are just beginning costs.
- Additional hidden costs include boarding, travel care, and spontaneous needs.
Strive Director Pierre Rochard Buys 15,900 Shares After 86% Decline. Is a Rebound Coming?
Rochard's $199,386 purchase establishes his first direct equity stake in the Bitcoin-focused asset manager, signaling confidence amid a challenging year for the stock.
AMD’s next-gen Medusa APUs are getting ready for launch, and Linux just spilled the beans
AMD has published RDNA 4m firmware for Linux ahead of its Ryzen AI 500 “Medusa Point” launch, revealing more about its next-gen Zen 6 APUs.
A mysterious free AI model is impressing developers. And nobody knows who made it.
Ox Alpha, a mysterious AI model, debuted on OpenRouter on Thursday. Its origins are unknown, though some suspect a Chinese lab.
- Ox Alpha, a mysterious AI model, impresses developers.
- Creator unknown, speculation points to Chinese lab or Microsoft.
- Free model with 100 trillion token capacity per day.
Floating 10 MW nuclear reactor proposed for California: barge-mounted SMR aims to power 15,000 homes
Bluecore Energy proposes floating small modular reactor at Long Beach, aiming to power 15,000 homes despite regulatory hurdles.
Chromatic aberration is made manifest in NECHROMIA, a high contrast survival horror set in a castle made of something else's memories
Look, I love a PS1 horror throwback as much as the next whatever Gonzo is , but they don't all have to look like Silent Hill or Resident Evil, do they?
Baby whose parents feared had just days to live is 'thriving' after life-saving heart operation
Doctors have told mum and dad Catrin and Dylan it could take years for a donor to materialise.
The Best PC Gaming Collaboration Collections to Check Out Now
If you're a PC gamer with a passion for cool collabs, you won't want to overlook these killer crossovers.
The Best Deals Today: Nintendo Switch 2, LEGO Tropical Aquarium, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and More
A new weekend has arrived, and today, you can save on Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Nintendo Switch 2, Resident Evil Requiem, Civilization VII, select LEGO sets, AirPods Pro 3, and more.
Nvidia customers notified about AI-related price hikes above 15%
The price hikes will go into effect on systems shipped early next year and will impact systems including those with the flagship Vera Rubin and Grace Blackwell chips.
Nvidia customers reportedly warned about AI-related price hikes
The chipmaker has told some of its largest customers that the prices of servers containing its AI chips could move more than 15% higher, Bloomberg News reported.
Will the DOJ’s investigation into a16z spook other VCs?
On the latest episode of Equity, we wonder why the DOJ is investigating startup board seats.
- DOJ investigating a16z for board seats on rival AI companies.
- VCs surprised by year-long probe into unusual case.
- Conflict of interest concerns, unclear if DOJ sets precedent.
UAE confirms markets free of GreenWise berries recalled in US over E. coli
Dubai: The UAE has confirmed that its markets are free of frozen berry products recalled in the United States over concerns about possible E. coli contamination.
Psychedelic raves act as a modern rite of passage with complex psychological effects, new research suggests
A new study reveals that for Israeli rave-goers using psychedelics, the party is just one phase. Extensive preparations and complex physical, emotional, and social after-effects show the experience…
I’d heard ringing in my ears before. This time, it didn’t stop
Miranda Luby was only 36 years old when her tinnitus arrived in the middle of the night, without warning and for no clear reason One night two years ago I was lying in bed when I began to hear a…
Flock is Secretly Building a Powerful New Prompt-Based AI Tool for Police
Slashdot reader fjo3 shared this article from Wired: [Flock] has told the public for years that its technology "cannot recognize, identify, or track individuals." It has now built a system that does…
- Flock develops AI tool to identify drivers and track vehicles.
- Tool integrates with police case files, 911 logs, and identity records.
- System converts license plates to names, addresses, and relatives.
I asked ChatGPT if I should get Botox — its answer made me understand why ChatGPT for teens needs to exist
I tested ChatGPT with questions about dieting, relationships and AI companions, and quickly saw why age changes everything.
NASA Launches First Scientific Balloon of Fort Sumner Campaign
The Salter Test Flight launched at 8:31 a.m. MDT (10:31 a.m. EDT) Saturday, Aug. 22 from the agency’s balloon launch facility in Fort Sumner, marking the first successful scientific balloon flight of…
South Korean city bets on the ocean to solve its AI data center crisis — but this is only the beginning
Ulsan and KIOST are testing a $37 million underwater data center cooled by cold seawater instead of electricity.
QSC wraps up summer camp, showcasing youth innovation and STEM
<p>Doha: Qatar Scientific Club (QSC) of the Ministry of Sports and Youth (MSY) wrapped up its summer scientific camp held under the theme "Pioneers of Science and Technology".</p> <p>Throughout the…
The dynamic duo: 'Weaving' hierarchical DNA materials with two classes of biomolecular nanomachines
Biomolecular nanomachines, such as enzymes and molecular motors, are the workhorses behind the synthesis and organization of complex materials in life.
This specific type of positive emotion predicts life satisfaction better than the rest
Think feeling excited and enthusiastic is the secret to a great life? A new analysis of nearly 30,000 people suggests a completely different kind of positive emotion actually drives true life…
Mars Curiosity rover discovers massive field of polygons
The surface of Mars is home to some of the most breathtaking and awe-inspiring landscapes in the solar system. This is primarily because the Red Planet lacks several resurfacing processes that Earth…
This Star Whips Around the Milky Way’s Black Hole Faster and Closer Than Any Other Known Star
At 15,500 miles per second, it’s the fastest planet or star ever observed by science, but its true value is how close it is to our galaxy’s supermassive black hole.