The Daily Edition, Sunday, 2 August 2026

“Demand is concentrating around experienced workers and roles directly connected to AI, rather than flowing evenly through the profession.”

2026-08-02 ·fortune.com·2 outlets

UK employers are increasingly forming a two-speed labor market with the advent of artificial intelligence (AI), according to fresh figures shared with Bloomberg by job search platform Indeed. The technology is ushering in a dual-track job environment, with a noticeable decline in vacancies alongside a surge in demand for certain roles. Despite the UK job market posting about 10% fewer vacancies this month than in January 2025, the drop masks significant disparities within the sector.

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Why I'm preselling my Obsidian AI plugin before writing a line of code

Disclosure: I used an AI coding agent to collect research and draft this post. I reviewed the final copy before publishing. I started with an Obsidian plugin idea I thought was obvious. Research killed it. A different one survived, and I'm now preselling it at $19 before writing a single line of code.

2026-08-02 ·dev.to·2 outlets

AI-assisted staging draws boos at the Richard Wagner festival in Germany

BERLIN (AP) — An experiment with artificial intelligence at the annual Richard Wagner festival in the southeastern German town of Bayreuth drew boos from the audience after producing a staging that appeared to leave some…

2026-08-02 ·apnews.com·2 outlets

Top economist Steve Hanke told us why he doubts AI will be the job destroyer many expect

Steve Hanke said simple economics explains why companies "won't be firing everybody and replacing them with AI."

2026-08-02 ·businessinsider.com·2 outlets

Pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8, walk away with an extra $200 — how to claim this free offer

Get the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 (256GB, unlocked) for $1,199.99 at Amazon and score a free $200 Amazon gift card with it.

2026-08-02 ·mashable.com·2 outlets

With Situational Awareness AI deal, Citadel's Griffin rides to the rescue again

Citadel's founder this week reprised his role as one of Wall Street's rescue buyers, stepping in to salvage California hedge fund Situational Awareness as it buckled under souring bets on artificial intelligence stocks.

2026-08-02 ·economictimes.indiatimes.com·2 outlets

OpenAI finds evidence other AI agents escaped containment as it widens hacking probe

The discovery of additional rogue behavior at OpenAI, even if limited in nature, could feed growing appetite for regulation coming out of the White House and elsewhere. The expanded investigation by OpenAI was launched shortly before its primary rival, Anthropic, disclosed that its models were also responsible for a series of break-ins…

2026-08-02 ·economictimes.indiatimes.com·2 outlets

Unlocking Agentic AI Potential in Azure Cloud Platforms

Unlocking Agentic AI Potential: A Comprehensive Overview Quick Answer Agentic AI Potential: Unlock the full potential of Agentic AI by understanding its benefits, best practices, and real-world applications. Learn how to build and deploy intelligent systems with .NET and overcome common challenges.

2026-08-02 ·dev.to

Why Some Of The Best AI Answers Come From Using Multiple AI Models

Using more than one AI model can improve your results by encouraging you to question, compare, and refine responses instead of accepting the first answer you get.

2026-08-02 ·forbes.com

Tech

Recovery Seeds Reportedly Breached for Coldcard Hardware Bitcoin Wallets, $75M Taken

"A hardware wallet is supposed to be the safest place to keep Bitcoin," writes The Street, since it never connects to the internet, its keys never leave the device, and "the whole point is that an attacker would need to physically hold it to steal anything." The problem is that anyone who can reproduce the recovery seed doesn't need to possess the COLDCAR, Nerds.xyz points out. More from The…

2026-08-02 ·it.slashdot.org·4 outlets

A security breach has been uncovered in Coldcard hardware Bitcoin wallets, resulting in the theft of $75 million. Hardware wallets are typically considered the most secure method for storing Bitcoin, as they are not connected to the internet and all keys remain on the device. However, a flaw in Coldcard's firmware, which was introduced on March 1, 2021, allowed attackers to easily guess the recovery seed used to secure these wallets.

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Map Shows States Hit By Cyberattacks on Water Systems

The FBI says water utilities in at least seven states were hit by cyberattacks as Minnesota, Michigan and others report incidents.

2026-08-02 ·newsweek.com·3 outlets

Ukrainian drones kill two in Russia, strike Wildberries warehouse, governors say

2026-08-02 ·cnbc.com·3 outlets

iPhone Air 2 leak points to a smaller Dynamic Island and upgraded cameras

A new report claims the iPhone Air 2 will feature a smaller Dynamic Island, upgraded cameras, A20 Pro chip and Apple's C2 modem.

2026-08-02 ·digitaltrends.com·3 outlets

The maker of the Baldur's Gate 3 over-the-shoulder camera mod has gone to great lengths to demonstrate it's not like other third-person viewpoint solutions

I'm not like all the other gith.

2026-08-02 ·pcgamer.com·3 outlets

Pharma: AstraZeneca apparently considering mega-merger with US rival Bristol Myers Squibb

It would be one of the biggest mergers in business history. According to a media report, corresponding talks were held. However, it is still open whether there will be a merger.

2026-08-02 ·handelsblatt.com·3 outlets

I've used the Dyson V15 Detect for two years, and although it's not perfect, I'd still recommend it over a Shark — here's why

Want to know how Dyson's pricey dust-sucker fares with long-term use? Here's my two-year review.

2026-08-02 ·techradar.com·2 outlets

'Deploy succeeded.' Four of my nine pages were still 404.

I deployed nine new pages this week. The CLI said what it always says: ✨ Success! Uploaded 14 files Deployed (5.61 sec) Twenty seconds later I checked the actual URLs, because someone in a thread here had spent six rounds teaching me not to trust a report about the wrong thing: synology - htaccess - does - nothing 404 php - 74 - str…

2026-08-02 ·dev.to·2 outlets

Bazzite has been an excellent OS for my second gaming PC, but I can't replace Windows 11 with it on my main rig — here's why

Bazzite is almost the perfect Windows 11 replacement for my main gaming PC, but I can't make the jump just yet.

2026-08-02 ·techradar.com·2 outlets

Business

SpaceX’s record IPO is helping spur a new wave of startups aiming for orbit and opening a vast new market beyond Earth

Despite SpaceX’s recent stock slide, experts say its record IPO is clearing a path for more space startups.

2026-08-02 ·fortune.com·2 outlets

SpaceX's record-breaking initial public offering (IPO) has not only catapulted Elon Musk's rocket company into the ranks of the world's most valuable businesses but has also catalyzed a new wave of startups targeting the cosmos. The IPO, which raised approximately $85.7 billion in June and priced shares at $135, represents the largest IPO on record, although shares have since fallen to $110 amidst market fluctuations.

Despite this, analysts argue that SpaceX's IPO's true significance lies in its transformative impact on the space industry, propelling it from a realm dominated by governments to a dynamic startup market primed for disruption.

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WestJet flight attendants go on strike after talks fall through, grounding flights

Flight attendants at Canada's WestJet went on strike on Sunday after failing to reach a deal with the country's second-largest carrier, grounding flights during the busy summer travel season.

2026-08-02 ·myjoyonline.com·2 outlets

Chaos of border crossing gives way to limbo for Moroccans on Ceuta’s streets

People among the more than 50,000 who entered Spanish enclave this week describe the journey and their prospects Four days ago, Youssef El Abbas saw an opportunity to reclaim the life he had lost seven years earlier.

2026-08-02 ·theguardian.com·2 outlets

New data shows fuel crisis triggered record EV sales in Australia

Nearly one in every two new vehicles sold was either electric or hybrid across April, May and June.

2026-08-02 ·abc.net.au·2 outlets

Ossoff: The next thing, or "Great White Hype" for Dems?

Jon Ossoff is having a moment. But some Democratic insiders are questioning whether he's the real deal — or if a few slickly produced videos are making him look like more of a political juggernaut than he is.

2026-08-02 ·axios.com·2 outlets

Chelsea sign Strasbourg midfielder Barco

Chelsea have completed the signing of Strasbourg midfielder Valentin Barco on a seven-year deal.

2026-08-02 ·myjoyonline.com·2 outlets

HCLTech becomes latest Indian IT firm to face top client blues as Google consolidates vendors

The changes are part of a vendor consolidation drive undertaken by Marc Berson, who took over as the head of Google Internal Systems in February last year.

2026-08-02 ·livemint.com·2 outlets

The after-hours advantage: Why your life outside of work matters

In a world where AI is taking on an increasing share of repetitive tasks, there’s a higher premium on the unique perspective, identities, and experiences that knowledge workers bring to their jobs from outside of work. However, Americans are participating less in the activities that enrich these attributes.

2026-08-02 ·fastcompany.com

Pension reform: What's next for early retirement without deductions?

Chancellor Merz has announced that the proposals of the pension commission should be implemented in full. However, there is criticism within the CDU about the abolition of early retirement without deductions. What now?

2026-08-02 ·handelsblatt.com

Finance & Markets

Oil prices drop after Trump orders US forces to hold off on new strikes against Iran

NEW YORK (AP) — Oil prices fell sharply Sunday after President Donald Trump said he would order U.S. forces to hold off on new strikes against Iran, claiming that a deal to end the fighting in the…

2026-08-02 ·apnews.com·12 outlets

Oil prices experienced a significant decline on Sunday following President Donald Trump's decision to order U.S. forces to halt new strikes against Iran, as he expressed optimism over the possibility of a resolution to the ongoing conflict. This development could potentially allow oil shippers to resume transporting vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway in the Persian Gulf where oil and other products have been impeded by the fighting.

Consequently, the price of U.S. crude oil dropped by 5% to $80.79 per barrel, while the price of Brent crude, the international benchmark, fell by 5% to $83.87 per barrel.

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French wildfire near Bordeaux contained as 1,500 firefighters battle separate blaze in Provence

LACANAU, France (AP) — France’s vast wildfire near Bordeaux, which scorched an area four times the size of Paris and forced 224,000 people to evacuate, remained contained Sunday but was still burning. Hundreds of kilometers (miles)…

2026-08-02 ·apnews.com·4 outlets

CONTRACTS OF DEATH OP-ED: How Africans were lured to fight for Russia and sent to Ukraine’s deadliest fronts

African prisoners of war reveal how they ended up fighting in Russia’s war in Ukraine, and how they survived the hellish front line.

2026-08-02 ·dailymaverick.co.za·4 outlets

Phil Collins Reveals He Nearly Died in 2024 After Drinking Caused His Organs to Shut Down

The Genesis musician says his five children were called to his bedside as his kidneys and other organs began shutting down. Phil Collins Reveals He Nearly Died in 2024 After Drinking Caused His Organs to Shut Down Alex Krinsky

2026-08-02 ·consequence.net·4 outlets

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Comes Close to Passing Avengers: Endgame With Second Biggest Box Office Debut of All Time at $927 Million Globally

Spider-Man: Brand New Day combined the power of Tom Holland and the MCU to bring in an estimated $927 million at the global box office during its opening weekend in theaters.

2026-08-02 ·ign.com·4 outlets

Asia-USWC container rates fall, rates to USEC steady to higher amid Middle East tensions

Rates for shipping containers from east Asia and China to the US West Coast fell this week and rates to the US East Coast were steady to higher, while rates for liquid chemical tankers ex-US Gulf were steady on most trade lanes with a slight uptick on the USG-Asia route. CONTAINER RATES Rates from Asia ...

2026-08-02 ·hellenicshippingnews.com·4 outlets

A Coldcard firmware flaw let hackers drain $70 million in Bitcoin in 41 minutes, with losses now topping $88 million

A flaw in Coldcard's firmware has put the spotlight on a basic part of wallet security: how the device generates its seed in the first place. The issue came into focus after an attacker drained 1,196 Bitcoin addresses on July 30 in a 41-minute stretch, taking 1,082.65 BTC worth about... Read Entire Article

2026-08-02 ·techspot.com·4 outlets

Iran says no deal to reopen Hormuz, denies asking Trump to pause strikes: What we know so far

Trump had written on Truth Social that the US was “locked and loaded and ready to go against the Islamic Republic of Iran” but agreed to cancel the planned attack after being asked by Iran and other regional countries to hold off.

2026-08-02 ·livemint.com·4 outlets

ANALYSIS: South Africa’s criminal justice system needs a revolution

Last week, Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi and National Prosecuting Authority head Andy Mothibi promised that the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption would be ‘reset’ within ‘six months’. South Africa needs fundamentally more than that. We need a revolution in our criminal justice system.

2026-08-02 ·dailymaverick.co.za·3 outlets

World

Trump admin. touts its transparency. Yet few Iran war details have been shared.

The Trump administration is offering the public less information about the Iran war and its direction, even as the costs continue to mount.

2026-08-02 ·cbsnews.com·11 outlets

In his first month as Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth promised a transparent administration, contrasting it with past wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. However, as the Iran war enters its sixth month, the administration provides less information than before, despite mounting costs. Over 50,000 troops remain deployed in the Middle East, with 18 service members dead and hundreds more injured or wounded.

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Three killed after bomb detonated at Moscow restaurant, state media say

At least three people have been killed and 21 injured after a homemade explosive device was detonated at an Italian restaurant in Moscow, Russian state media reports, quoting security officials.

2026-08-02 ·myjoyonline.com·11 outlets

Trump says he is cancelling strikes on Iran subject to deal being made ‘rapidly’

Donald Trump says he has cancelled strikes against Iran provided a deal was struck "rapidly" with the country.

2026-08-02 ·myjoyonline.com·8 outlets

Spanish leader slams ‘selfish’ EU response as death toll from Ceuta crossings climbs

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has denounced the “selfish” response of several EU member states to an influx of migrants crossing into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta from Morocco this week, as the number of people who died rose to 67.

2026-08-02 ·egyptindependent.com·7 outlets

3 killed in US Idaho shopping area shooting; gunman among dead

Three people died and two were injured after a gunman opened fire. The shooter was also among the deceased, with authorities investigating the motive. The chaotic scene unfolded near a busy In-N-Out Burger restaurant on Saturday afternoon. Witnesses described seeing an armed individual and people fleeing the area in fear.

2026-08-02 ·timesofindia.indiatimes.com·7 outlets

Helicopters collide in Greece as fires spread

Two hired Bell helicopters collided while battling a wildfire in the Psatha area west of Athens, with one crew member rescued and a search under way for the other.

2026-08-02 ·freemalaysiatoday.com·7 outlets

Brazil’s Lula launches fourth term bid as Trump looms over campaign

The leftist titan of Latin American politics is loved and loathed in near-equal measure as he campaigns on defending Brazilian sovereignty.

2026-08-02 ·freemalaysiatoday.com·7 outlets

Day after 'forgive' remark, PM Modi praises youth for powering India's growth

PM Modi said the country’s transformation from the constraints of colonial rule had been made possible by the capabilities of its young people.

2026-08-02 ·hindustantimes.com·6 outlets

Report: Saudi crown prince urged Trump to refrain from strikes

Report: Saudi crown prince urged Trump to refrain from strikes Saudi Arabia expressed concern over US President Donald Trump's plans for massive strikes against Iran and sought clarity on the proposed course of action, US outlet Axios reported.

2026-08-02 ·middleeasteye.net·6 outlets

Science

Winds of Change: Geopolitics at the crossroads of South and Southeast Asia

Book Review By Kasuni Ranasinghe In an era defined by intensifying great-power competition, shifting alliance structures, and the reconfiguration of regional order, Asanga Abeyagoonasekera’s Winds of Change: Geopolitics at the Crossroads of South and Southeast Asia offers a comprehensive and timely account of the forces reshaping the Indo-Pacific. Published by World Scientific in 2026, the […]

2026-08-02 ·island.lk·5 outlets

Winds of Change: Geopolitics at the Crossroads of South and Southeast Asia, authored by Asanga Abeyagoonasekera, provides a comprehensive and timely analysis of the forces reshaping the Indo-Pacific. The book, published by World Scientific in 2026, draws upon the author’s extensive experience in foreign policy, national security, and strategic advisory roles, including his time as Founding Director General of the Institute of National Security Studies Sri Lanka and Executive Director of the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute.

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Samsung claims the Galaxy Z Fold 8's wider shape is ‘the new standard for viewing content’ — but is it really better than the Z Fold 8 Ultra? I tested Netflix, YouTube, and Instagram on both phones to find out

I compared the video-watching experience on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra to find out which is best.

2026-08-02 ·techradar.com·4 outlets

SpaceAI could be Southeast Asia’s edge against El Niño—if governments actually use it

SpaceAI—the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and space technologies—can help Southeast Asia turn raw data into outcomes like saved lives.

2026-08-02 ·fortune.com·4 outlets

Hubble telescope takes one of the most detailed looks at neighboring Andromeda galaxy ever — Space photo of the week

The most famous giant spiral galaxy in the universe has been revealed not to be the star factory it once was, just as NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is set to unlock even more breathtaking cosmic insights.

2026-08-02 ·livescience.com·3 outlets

Climate crisis: Hungary closes nuclear power plant, Greece wildfires spread

Hungary is fully shutting down its sole nuclear power plant for the first time due to the record low levels of the Danube River, straining energy supplies and posing a major test for the economy and new Prime Minister Péter Magyar.

2026-08-02 ·scmp.com·3 outlets

Middle East War updates: Trump holds off Iran strikes on pledge Hormuz deal is close

Here’s a brief recap of the key developments in the Middle East war that occurred over the weekend, which are expected to have a significant impact on markets in the upcoming week.

2026-08-02 ·fxstreet.com·3 outlets

7-term rep Ismail Lasim is 10th Negeri Sembilan MB

Umno’s Juasseh assemblyman takes over the post from Aminuddin Harun after the PKR vice-president led the state for two terms.

2026-08-02 ·freemalaysiatoday.com·3 outlets

On this day in space! Aug. 2, 1971: Apollo 15 makes 1st-ever televised liftoff from the moon

On Aug. 2, 1971, a lunar liftoff was televised for the first time on NASA's Apollo 15 mission, one giant leap for live TV from the moon.

2026-08-02 ·space.com·2 outlets

Errant SpaceX rocket stage set to smash into the moon at 5,400 mph, seven times the speed of sound — NASA and South Korean orbiters prepare to track 3-ton TNT impact

A used SpaceX rocket segment used to deliver to lunar probes in 2025 is set to crash on the surface of the moon in the near future. This event will be monitored by two satellites as scientists and researchers study the effects of an impact on the surface of the moon in preparation for future developments.

2026-08-02 ·tomshardware.com·2 outlets

Health & Medicine

A suicide bomber strikes an anti-militant rally in northwestern Pakistan, killing at least 14

PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — A suicide bomber targeted protesters at an anti-militant rally in northwestern Pakistan on Sunday, killing at least 14 people, including police officers, and wounding…

2026-08-02 ·apnews.com·6 outlets

A suicide bomber struck an anti-militant rally in Kabal, a town in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, killing at least 14 people and wounding more than two dozen others, according to officials. The attack took place in front of a police station, where demonstrators were chanting anti-militant slogans and demanding peace. At least five police officers were among the dead, while the wounded were being treated at local hospitals.

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How can Hong Kong retirees ease the pain of rising healthcare costs?

Retiree Philip Kong says he realised Hong Kong’s healthcare system needed a wake-up call when he discovered that receiving treatment for his prostate condition in neighbouring Shenzhen could potentially cut his medical bill by nearly 90 per cent.

2026-08-02 ·scmp.com·2 outlets

Climate change shifts malaria risk to southern, East Africa: Study

The southern and East African regions expected to be hit the hardest in the future are also regions that aren’t accustomed to needing to fight the disease today

2026-08-02 ·hindustantimes.com·2 outlets

'We're a bit late on the case, but we are on the case': Author Fred Pearce on the rise of renewables, a defused population bomb, and letting nature find its own way

Author and journalist Fred Pearce tells Live Science about his book "Despite it All" — looking at the changes that have taken place over the last 40 years that provide some hope that we can solve the climate crisis.

2026-08-02 ·livescience.com·2 outlets

Democrats slam Trump admin after DOJ drops Reflecting Pool vandalism case

Democrats are reacting to the Justice Department’s move to drop its Reflecting Pool vandalism case against a former Olympian David Hearn, saying the move validated their longstanding criticism that the administration is weaponizing the Justice Department.

2026-08-02 ·thehill.com·2 outlets

Fears shared on Australia reaching bleak milestone in the spread of H5 bird flu

There are fears Australia has reached a bleak milestone in the spread of H5 bird flu, following the discovery of a large group of dead and sick birds off South Australia's coast on Friday.

2026-08-02 ·abc.net.au·2 outlets

Ohio Rep. Kaptur treated for non-life threatening injuries after a car accident in Toledo

WASHINGTON (AP) — Ohio Rep. Marcy Kaptur is being treated for non-life threatening injuries after a car accident in Toledo on Sunday morning, her office said Sunday. Kaptur, 80, was a passenger in a vehicle headed to a church service “when the car she was traveling in was…

2026-08-02 ·apnews.com·2 outlets

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic might help clear Alzheimer’s disease plaques, new review suggests

A recent review in Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience suggests that popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs might help clear brain proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease. While animal studies show promise, human data remains limited.

2026-08-02 ·psypost.org·2 outlets

Iron, protein and biotin: What actually affects hair loss and healthy growth

Avocado, eggs, chia seeds and supplements are often promoted as hair-growth solutions, but the science is more nuanced; deficiencies in protein, iron, zinc or vitamin D may contribute to shedding, while unnecessary supplements can sometimes make it worse

2026-08-02 ·ynetnews.com

Culture

Infantino’s $20 billion FIFA plan collapses and now he faces a European mutiny over the future of the World Cup

Gianni Infantino truly looked the “King of Soccer,” as U.S. President Donald Trump likes to call him, as the two allies sat together watching the World Cup final less than two weeks ago. Sure, there were some boos inside Stadium near New York, when the two men walked across the turf to present the trophy and medals […]

2026-08-02 ·fortune.com·9 outlets

FIFA President Gianni Infantino's ambitious plan to sell shares in future profits from World Cup tournaments and other FIFA events has collapsed, leaving him facing significant backlash and potential mutiny within European soccer. U.S. President Donald Trump, who once called Infantino the "King of Soccer," watched the World Cup final with the FIFA chief just two weeks ago.

Despite initial success and financial gains, Infantino's decision to invite private investors, led by Joshua Kushner, to purchase a stake in the future earnings from World Cups and FIFA events has caused a seismic rift in global soccer.

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Nepal mourns climber Nirmal Purja after death is confirmed on Pakistan’s Broad Peak

British-Nepali climber Nirmal Purja, who died in an avalanche in Pakistan’s Broad Peak, was renowned for ascending all 14 of the world’s 8,000-metre (26,000-foot) peaks in a record 189 days in 2019. His feat was spotlighted in Netflix’s 2021 documentary, 14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible.

2026-08-02 ·scmp.com·9 outlets

Ariana Grande to Take a ‘Step Back From Visibility’ Amid ‘Endless, Ongoing Public Scrutiny’

The star is also departing the West End's revival of "Sunday in the Park With George" The post Ariana Grande to Take a ‘Step Back From Visibility’ Amid ‘Endless, Ongoing Public Scrutiny’ appeared first on TheWrap .

2026-08-02 ·thewrap.com·7 outlets

Ceuta: The border where Spain, Morocco, Israel, and the United States converge - opinion

When a state perceives shifts in the regional balance of power, borders often become the first arena through which strategic messages are conveyed.

2026-08-02 ·jpost.com·6 outlets

Lorena Wiebes sprints to second straight win at Tour de France Femmes

Dutch rider Lorena Wiebes continues her early dominance at the Tour de France Femmes, winning a second straight stage to start the race.

2026-08-02 ·abc.net.au·5 outlets

Trabzonspor close in on Mohamed Salah deal

Trabzonspor are closing in on the signing of Mohamed Salah after moving ahead of Besiktas in the race for the former Liverpool forward.The Egypt international had appeared destined to join Besiktas af...

2026-08-02 ·sports.yahoo.com·5 outlets

Ariana Grande pulls out of musical for break from 'endless' scrutiny

The US singer, 33, will "step back from visibility" at the end of her world tour, her representative says.

2026-08-02 ·bbc.co.uk·5 outlets

‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ nets second best North American opening ever with $355 million

“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” made box office history in its first weekend in theaters. The Sony-released superhero movie became the second biggest North American opening ever with an astonishing $355 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates…

2026-08-02 ·apnews.com·5 outlets

Google’s Pixel 11 Pro Fold could offer Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra specs for $200 less

Google’s leaked Pixel 11 Pro Fold could match the Galaxy Z Fold8’s price while borrowing display dimensions and zoom hardware closer to Samsung’s $2,099 Ultra model.

2026-08-02 ·digitaltrends.com·4 outlets

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