Manchester United manager Michael Carrick stated the club will not make a £100m signing this summer due to finances, while addressing Marcus Rashford's future at the club.
Former French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal is campaigning across France during the August holiday break to catch up in presidential polls, while his main rivals take time off.
Yangtze Memory Technologies Corporation reached the top three global NAND flash memory suppliers by volume for the first time in Q2, capturing 14% of global bit shipments, driven by domestic supply expansion and new 3D NAND architecture.
Philippine Ambassador Jose Manuel Romualdez warns that despite strong US ties, the country must secure its position as the site of the Pax Silica hi-tech hub, as Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia also seek to host it.
Following an ejection for a flagrant foul in a WNBA game, player DiJonai Carrington pointed to white privilege, exposing racial double standards in how media and politicians react to aggression by white versus Black players.
Large microfinance companies such as Muthoot Microfin and Satin Creditcare have raised growth forecasts by around 500 basis points as private banks, small finance banks, and smaller MFIs reduce lending, allowing well-capitalised lenders to expand.
Arsenal enter the 2025-26 Premier League season aiming to defend their title after ending a 22-year drought. Backed by Stan Kroenke's investment and new signings like Bruno Guimarães, Mikel Arteta's squad faces new fitness challenges and high expectations.
Mount Etna's new eruption causes Catania Airport in Sicily to suspend arrivals due to volcanic ash, with departures operating normally until 12:00 local time.
Leeds Rhinos completed a remarkable comeback from 16 points down with half an hour remaining to defeat Wakefield Trinity 24-22, moving four points clear at the top of the Super League table.
Argos, a 50-year British High Street fixture, faces challenges from online giants like Amazon. Despite stagnating sales, new owners Swift Partners see growth opportunities, including new standalone shops, leveraging its same-day collection advantage.
Almost 50 asylum seekers deported to France under the UK's 'one in one out' scheme have returned to the UK a second time, prompting the Home Office to amend the treaty.
Jetstar to charge A$25-A$52 for overhead locker space from Feb, testing unbundling limits in Asia-Pacific; analysts call it 'extreme' but potentially influential for regional rivals.
Demi Vollering won stage four of the Tour de France Femmes on Mont Brouilly, outsprunting Marlen Reusser and Kasia Niewiadoma, while defending champion Pauline Ferrand-Prévot saw her title defense unravel.
Lake Highland Preparatory School student Aakash Manaswi has developed a carbon dioxide-based mite blower that effectively combats Varroa mites in honeybee colonies while remaining cheaper and safer than chemical pesticides.
Economists and experts warn that proposed EV policy moves in Malaysia, including a potential sales levy and changes to import tax exemptions, could raise costs and weaken the nation's appeal as a manufacturing hub as charging infrastructure lags behind targets.
England midfielder Jordan Henderson has signed a two-year deal with Chelsea after his contract with Brentford was mutually terminated. The former Liverpool captain expressed excitement about joining the club and working under manager Xabi Alonso.
The woodlouse, an ancient detritivore with over 300 regional names, is celebrated for its ecological role in breaking down plant matter and its ability to withstand toxic pollution. Nominated for Invertebrate of the Year, the article highlights its unique characteristics and the fondness people have for this common crustacean.
After winning Commonwealth gold and breaking a mile world record, Scottish athlete Josh Kerr reflects on his intense training, personal life, and the future of track and field, emphasizing his dedication while balancing public and private personas.
Josh Kerr reflects on his Commonwealth gold win in Glasgow, his disciplined "monastic" training life in Albuquerque, and his ambitions for the 1500m world record. He discusses balancing public persona with private life, the economics of track and field, and the importance of enjoying success.
Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has launched an AI-powered smart helmet for its food couriers, integrating a voice assistant and camera to enhance safety and efficiency. This initiative follows similar roll-outs by rivals Alibaba and Meituan, aiming to minimize distractions and improve navigation for riders.
The Malaysian ruling coalition, Pakatan Harapan (PH), suffered its third straight defeat in eight months, including DAP chief Anthony Loke's loss in Chennah. This poor showing in Negeri Sembilan, Sabah, and Johor poses a national problem for PM Anwar Ibrahim's government, which allied with former rivals BN after the 2022 election.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy's detailed explanation of the company's substantial AI infrastructure spending, projecting strong financial returns and a potential $1 trillion AWS revenue, led to a significant stock rally. This contrasted with Alphabet's initial market dip and Meta's unclear monetization strategy for similar investments.
Dutch sprinter Lorena Wiebes claimed her second victory in the Tour de France Femmes in Geneva, extending her overall lead. Despite her success, Wiebes and her SD Worx Protime team are pursuing legal action against the UCI over her disqualification from the Giro d'Italia in May due to an underweight bike, citing a flawed weighing process.
The BJP is implementing a multi-pronged strategy to expand its influence in Punjab ahead of the next state elections. This includes outreach to the Ravidassia community, acquiring leaders from rival parties like AAP and Congress, appointing a Jat Sikh as state chief, and Prime Minister Modi's 'double-engine' development pitch while attacking the AAP and Congress governments.
