Accounting startup Rillet has reached a $1 billion valuation after a $100 million funding round led by Iconiq. The company, which provides AI-native bookkeeping software, reports rapid growth as customers transition from legacy systems like Oracle and NetSuite.
El aumento de familias con un solo hijo en España desafía los estigmas históricos sobre los hijos únicos. Expertos como Toni Falbo y Teresa Moratalla desmienten los clichés de egoísmo y soledad, destacando ventajas en independencia y desarrollo cognitivo.
Five teenagers died in a wrong-way motorway crash in County Kildare, Ireland, while allegedly filming reckless driving for social media. The incident has triggered national debate over police pursuit policies, youth social services, and the role of platforms like TikTok.
Karlu Karlu, or the Devils Marbles, in the Northern Territory has been named an International Dark Sky Sanctuary. It is the third site in Australia to receive this status, recognized for its minimal light pollution and significant cultural and scientific value.
Evacuate precauzionalmente alcune abitazioni a San Giacomo degli Schiavoni, in provincia di Campobasso, a causa di un vasto incendio boschivo alimentato dal forte vento di libeccio. Sul posto operano Vigili del Fuoco e volontari Aib con l'ausilio di un canadair.
Ambasada Izraela w Warszawie poinformowała, że atak na konwój World Central Kitchen, w którym zginął Polak Damian Soból, był wynikiem błędnej identyfikacji. Izraelskie wojsko nie dopatrzyło się znamion przestępstwa, co spotkało się z krytyką polskiego MSZ.
O Contran aprovou novas regras para a fiscalização da Lei Seca, incluindo uma etapa de triagem e a regulamentação do uso de 'drogômetros' para detectar substâncias psicoativas. Medidas visam padronizar abordagens e não alteram penalidades vigentes.
Following a coroner's ruling that the Treasury 'materially contributed' to the suicide of 26-year-old Chloe Moffat, her parents are calling for an apology and systemic changes to prevent future workplace tragedies.
The NYC administration skipped a City Council hearing on the new pied-à-terre tax, citing pending litigation. Finance Commissioner Richard Lee defended the release of property data, while residents and council members expressed concerns over privacy and errors.
Olympic medallist Leander Paes has applied for 'Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit' status to contest the All India Tennis Association (AITA) presidential election. The move follows new national sports governance rules, with elections expected in November.
Karmelo Anthony, 19, is seeking a retrial for the 35-year sentence he received for the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a track meet. Defense attorneys argue Anthony was discouraged from testifying due to fears over damaging evidence.
Gwałtowne burze i ulewne deszcze paraliżują Polskę. Najgorsza sytuacja panuje na Dolnym Śląsku, gdzie wprowadzono alarmy powodziowe. Strażacy odnotowali blisko 4 tys. interwencji, ewakuowano 12 obozów harcerskich, występują utrudnienia w ruchu kolejowym.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is deploying over 100 Whitehall officials to 18 regional mayoralties to support local growth. The initiative, coordinated via his 'No 10 North' office, aims to decentralize power and foster collaboration between national and local leaders.
Il prezzo dell'oro spot supera i 4.600 dollari l'oncia, spinto dal calo del dollaro dopo gli annunci del segretario al Tesoro USA Scott Bessent sui titoli a lungo termine. Il contratto per dicembre sul Comex sale dell'1,8%.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has urged an end to the conflict with the US, asserting Iran's strength. Meanwhile, the US plans new sanctions as tensions remain high over the Strait of Hormuz, where the US navy continues to protect tanker convoys.
Nigerian authorities are investigating two fraudulent agencies, the PFIPC and NBDMNSPO, which operated from government buildings using forged documents. Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, the alleged mastermind behind the PFIPC, has been arrested.
The MLS Disciplinary Committee has fined Inter Miami's Lionel Messi and Ian Fray for physical contact violations. Meanwhile, Philadelphia Union's Cavan Sullivan had his red card suspension overturned by an independent panel, allowing him to play in the next match.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will visit Russia on August 23-24, 2026, to co-chair the 27th India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technological and Cultural Cooperation with Deputy PM Denis Manturov.
Olenox Industries reported 15.13 BTC production for July following its acquisition of CS Digital Ventures. The company faces a $22.9 million working-capital deficit and has expressed doubt regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
Balneário Camboriú, em Santa Catarina, ganhará um novo arranha-céu de 400 metros e mais de 100 andares. O projeto, assinado pela Lotisa, tem investimento de R$ 2 bilhões e previsão de lançamento para o segundo semestre de 2026.
Maria Vittoria Carbone, 57 anni, è stata uccisa dal figlio 31enne Giampiero Santamaria a Tito, in provincia di Potenza. L'uomo, in cura presso il Centro di Igiene Mentale, ha confessato il delitto dopo una violenta lite avvenuta durante una visita.
Un'esplosione, probabilmente causata da una fuga di gas, ha colpito una palazzina a Perugia in via Giambattista Vico. Due persone sono rimaste gravemente ferite, tra cui una donna che si è lanciata dal quarto piano per sfuggire alle fiamme.
California state Senator Aisha Wahab has won a special election to represent the 14th congressional district, defeating moderate Democrat Melissa Hernandez. The race saw significant spending by pro-Israel groups, testing their influence in US politics.
An Alabama jury awarded $9.25 million to former University of Alabama basketball player Kai Spears, finding the New York Times defamed him by falsely reporting his presence at a 2023 fatal shooting scene.
