AMD Linux driver patch reduces low-end frame hitches in Steam Deck's Energy Performance Preference mode, showing 31.8% improvement in Civilization VI '1% low' FPS and 4.1% faster p99 frame generation.
McLaren driver Lando Norris criticizes Formula 1 for prioritizing business decisions over its sporting aspect, citing new regulations that have reduced speed, despite acknowledging the need for changes to attract investors like Audi.
Jhandu Kumar, a 29-year-old para powerlifter from Bihar, wins bronze at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, overcoming a polio-affected childhood and humble beginnings as an e-rickshaw driver to become India’s first medallist in this edition of the Games.
Irish police discovered an "extremely significant" bomb in a vehicle near the Northern Ireland border, leading to the arrest of a woman in her 20s and a man in his 40s. The incident in County Monaghan underscores the persistent threat from dissident republicans despite the 1998 Good Friday Agreement.
Henry Cheng Kwok-chuen defended himself in court against a negligence claim by Park Hoi-lam, who suffered severe leg injuries when Cheng's taxi mounted a pavement and struck her during a 2019 demonstration in Sham Shui Po.
Lando Norris has delivered a scathing critique of Formula One, arguing that its management prioritizes making money and attracting new manufacturers over sporting considerations in its new regulations, leading to driver dissatisfaction.
George Russell's Mercedes team has identified and solved an electrical energy deployment issue that hampered his performance in recent races, including the Belgian GP where he crashed. Russell, who expressed frustration, is now focused on the upcoming Hungarian Grand Prix.
Former UFC strawweight champion Jessica Andrade is working as a delivery driver and doing landscaping to earn extra money while recovering from a shoulder injury. She has previously faced financial struggles, including selling UFC gear and fighting to pay for divorce, amidst broader discussions about UFC fighter pay.
A Formula Two driver's disqualification for a minor headset rule breach highlights a growing trend where sports outcomes are increasingly decided by post-game litigation and bureaucratic decisions, rather than on the field, raising concerns about fairness and the integrity of competition.
Hong Kong has approved a trial scheme for fully driverless autonomous vehicles on Airport Island, marking the first time tests will proceed without a human backup. Chinese tech giant Baidu received the city's first pilot license for autonomous vehicles in November 2024.
Mumbai Police launched an inquiry after a viral video allegedly showed police driver Pawan Sangle threatening student protesters with fabricated drug cases and jail if they continued agitating. Sangle has been removed from his posting at Sion police station pending inquiry.
A 37-year-old cabin crew member was allegedly raped by her cab driver en route to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Shamshabad, on Monday. Police arrested the 23-year-old accused from Shamshabad, who confessed to the crime, and he was remanded in judicial custody.
Ukraine attacked four Wildberries warehouses in Russia, escalating its drone campaign against the country's top online retailer. The strikes, targeting a key economic driver, threaten disruption for businesses and millions of Russian consumers.
A private airline cabin crew member alleged she was raped by a cab driver near Hyderabad airport on July 20. Police registered a rape case and arrested the 23-year-old accused on Tuesday, sending him to judicial remand.
American cyclist Brandon McNulty faced a road rage incident before Tour de France Stage 16. Remco Evenepoel won the time trial, cutting into Tadej Pogačar's lead, but his teammate Florian Lipowitz crashed out with a shoulder injury. Pogačar maintained a significant overall lead.
Park Hoi-lam's lawyers urged a court to hold taxi driver Henry Cheng Kwok-chuen liable for at least HK$8.4 million in damages after his vehicle hit her during an October 2019 protest in Sham Shui Po, citing negligence.
Andy Burnham has established a new Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, led by Louise Haigh, consolidating parts of the Cabinet Office, Treasury, and housing ministry. This move aims to make No 10 North in Manchester the "dominant driver of the UK’s economy" and shift power from London.
An inquest in South Australia is investigating if Ethan Grosvenor killed his mother, Tracee Ann Grosvenor, before staging her in the driver's seat after their car crashed into a tree. The inquiry also examines safety protocols after Mr Grosvenor died by suicide 11 days later, having absconded from a dental hospital.
Birmingham petrol station owner Shailesh Parekh faces escalating fuel theft, costing him over £40,000 last year, amid rising prices and perceived police indifference. This highlights a national issue of increasing 'fill-and-dash' incidents and challenges in prosecution.
台灣首部外送平台專法生效，保障外送員最低薪資與透明度，交通部同步提出道路安全與消費者保護新規定。此外，Grab收購Foodpanda台灣案正由公平會審查，勞工團體擔憂此舉將造成市場壟斷並引發國家安全疑慮。
Formula One drivers, including George Russell, Max Verstappen, and Oscar Piastri, voiced strong frustration at the Belgian Grand Prix over new computer-controlled energy deployment regulations, arguing they neuter the driving experience and impact race outcomes.
Il Locarno Film Festival celebrerà il regista statunitense James Gray con il Pardo alla Carriera, presentato da Ascona-Locarno Turismo, il 9 agosto 2026 in Piazza Grande. L'evento includerà la proiezione del suo nuovo film, Paper Tiger, e un omaggio alla sua filmografia.
Kimi Antonelli secured victory at the Belgian Grand Prix, extending his championship lead. However, his Mercedes teammate George Russell was eliminated early after a collision with Lewis Hamilton, attributing the incident to a persistent lack of straightline speed in his car, an issue not affecting Antonelli.
Bryson DeChambeau's final round at The Open took a turn for the worse with a triple-bogey on the 11th hole, effectively ending his challenge. This followed a controversial two-shot penalty on Friday, yet he initially received strong crowd support, only for it to turn critical.
