India's second innings collapse (193 runs) and Sri Lanka's tricky start (84/4) set up a thrilling final day in Galle, with the hosts needing 288 runs to win.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva celebrates a significant oil discovery near the Amazon river mouth, touting it as crucial for the country's future despite environmental risks, as the region's biodiversity and ecosystem face potential threats from drilling and possible spills.
Fifa's Chief Operating Officer Kevin Lamour was fired after opposing Gianni Infantino's plan to sell part of the World Cup to private investors, calling it 'the project of one person' and stating the administration was 'deceived'. Despite his reservations leading to the plan's shelving, Lamour was sacked on August 17, 2026, sparking criticism from Lise Klavness, head of the Norwegian Football Association, who termed it 'management by fear'.
European Central Bank economists warn that the current AI-driven stock market rally may face a sharp correction. Citing historical parallels like the 1990s internet boom, they caution that over-optimism and systemic risks could threaten euro area financial stability.
More than 200 musicians, including Brian Eno and Massive Attack, have petitioned the UK government to reject the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas projects, citing climate concerns and the failure of these sites to ensure domestic energy security.
Durham, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, and Middlesex secure One-Day Cup quarter-final victories. Standout performances from David Bedingham, Jack Haynes, Hamza Shaikh, and Luke Hollman highlight the tournament, alongside breakthroughs for young players Noah Thain and Ben Coad.
A Hong Kong court has ordered the defunct Apple Daily to pay HK$1.5 million in damages to China Innovation Investment and two executives for publishing 10 defamatory articles in 2019 that falsely accused them of spying for Beijing.
European Central Bank economists warn that the current AI-driven stock market rally may face a sharp correction. Drawing parallels to historical technological booms like the dotcom bubble, they caution that over-optimism and systemic risks could threaten stability.
Frank Spinelli, a doctor and author, thought he'd overcome childhood sexual abuse by his Boy Scouts leader, but the COVID-19 pandemic triggered a relapse into alcoholism, forcing him to confront his lingering shame and develop a new framework for healing.
Josh Fraser has been appointed as Carlton's permanent senior coach after guiding the Blues into an unlikely finals appearance with 10 wins from 13 games following Michael Voss's exit.
Wall Street's VIX volatility index fell to a 2026 low of 14.2 as stocks hit record highs, prompting strategist warnings of complacency amid unresolved geopolitical risks.
Scientists analyzing star clusters near the Milky Way's center discovered evidence that our galaxy swallowed a dwarf galaxy named LKH about 11.8 billion years ago, marking its earliest-known galactic merger.
Researchers analyzing remains beneath Stirling Castle's chapel identified Skeleton 150 as history's first known trebuchet casualty, crushed by a high-speed projectile during the 1304 medieval siege.
Spotify has introduced 'Playlist Notes,' enabling users and editors to attach personal notes, stories, and context to individual tracks, podcast episodes, and audiobooks within playlists on iOS and Android devices.
Activists and local residents in Arizona and Texas are protesting the revival of border wall and patrol road construction by the Department of Homeland Security, citing environmental destruction and waived federal laws despite low migrant crossings.
Cryptocurrency markets face an extended bear market as Bitcoin lingers below $64,000 and XRP struggles to defend its $1 support streak, contrasting with strong Wall Street indexes and AI stock gains.
One of the UK’s best fossil collections, gathered on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, has been sold overseas and is now on display at the Natural History Museum in Abu Dhabi, sparking concerns among scientists.
The UAE economy faces significant pressure following regional strikes and the Iran war, leading to plummeting hotel occupancy in Dubai, job cuts, and falling real estate prices. While tourism and retail struggle, insulated sectors like finance provide a cushion, sparking debate among analysts over whether the economy faces deep distress or temporary disruption.
Spain's Environment Ministry is investigating the shooting of Toñi, a rare 60-year-old Iberian orca found with pellet wounds on her dorsal fin in the Strait of Gibraltar.
Georgia Hunter Bell, fresh from winning the 1500m European Championship, is set to compete against Audrey Werro, Keely Hodgkinson, and Femke Broeders-Bol in a highly anticipated 800m race in Zurich, with a potential world record in sight.
Russian and New Zealand researchers have developed a protein-enriched ketchup by adding algae proteins from Chlorella vulgaris, increasing protein content from 1.6% to 6.3% while maintaining taste up to 3% algae concentration.
Malaysian PM Anwar announces repeal of 1971 AUKU law, a key demand of student activists who claim it stifles campus dissent and political activity.
Researchers have identified imidazole propionate (ImP), a molecule produced by certain gut bacteria, as a potential link between the gut microbiome and Alzheimer’s disease, showing it can exacerbate amyloid beta and tau protein issues.
The ABC's Planet America faces backlash from Australian conservatives for featuring left-wing US commentator Hasan Piker, despite his significant influence in the 2026 US election.
