Swapna Barman Provisionally Suspended by NADA for Doping
Indian heptathlete Swapna Barman, 29, provisionally suspended by NADA for testing positive for Boldenone, an anabolic steroid, shortly after announcing her retirement due to injuries.
Indian heptathlete Swapna Barman, 29, provisionally suspended by NADA for testing positive for Boldenone, an anabolic steroid, shortly after announcing her retirement due to injuries.

Citi, ABD-İran gerilimi ve Hürmüz Boğazı'ndaki aksaklıklar nedeniyle küresel petrol stoklarının günlük 3 milyon varil azaldığını bildirdi. Banka, stokların 2029'a kadar kritik seviyelere düşebileceği ve dizel arzında kriz yaşanabileceği uyarısında bulundu.

US municipalities are replacing Flock Safety license plate readers with Axon technology amid privacy backlash. Activists argue this 'vendor swap' ignores broader concerns about mass surveillance, data governance, and the lack of warrant requirements for tracking.

Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova criticized Ukraine's Resolution No. 981, claiming it forces citizens into military service by linking consular services to the 'Obereg' military registry, effectively closing escape routes for draft-eligible men.

The U.S. national debt has surpassed $40 trillion amid high interest costs. Meanwhile, U.S. oil firms have signed new production deals in Venezuela, and a controversial Census Bureau report regarding noncitizen voting in the 2020 election is facing scrutiny.

A tactical breakdown of recent Premier League transfers, evaluating players like Bazoumana Touré, Christos Tzolis, and Mamadou Sangaré based on their previous season performance metrics and suitability for their new clubs.

A safari helicopter crashed near Mount Ololokwe in Kenya, killing all seven people on board, including five US citizens and the director of Ecuador's Strategic Intelligence Center. An investigation into the cause of the accident is currently underway.

A Cole County judge has ruled that a proposed constitutional amendment designed to protect citizen-initiated ballot measures cannot appear on the November ballot, siding with Secretary of State Denny Hoskins' claim that the proposal violates state constitutional rules.

Reigning K League 1 champions Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors were eliminated from the Korea Cup in the round of 16, losing 5-3 on penalties to third-division club Dangjin Citizen FC after a 2-2 draw at Jeonju World Cup Stadium.

Waymo has deployed its new Ojai robotaxi to all riders in Los Angeles, Phoenix, and San Francisco. The vehicle, built by China's Zeekr, features the company's sixth-generation self-driving system and is intended to lower operational costs and improve scalability.
Gold prices surged across major Indian cities on August 20, 2026, as jewellers like Tanishq and Malabar raised 22k rates following a global precious metals rally driven by US Treasury liquidity support.

Amazon announced a major expansion of its Prime Air drone delivery service, aiming to reach nearly 500 U.S. cities by the end of 2026. The rollout includes 11 new locations, backed by FAA certification and safety focus following past incidents.
Agricultural producers across the EU warn of sharp yield drops following summer heatwaves, with economists predicting higher food prices and estimated losses between €50 billion and €180 billion.

Boston, Denver and Philadelphia are the final three cities shortlisted to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention, as party leaders evaluate bids ahead of a final decision later this year.
A safari helicopter crash in northern Kenya's Samburu County killed all seven people on board, including five Americans and Ecuador's intelligence chief, Michele Sensi-Contugi.

Mikhail Podolyak, adviser to Vladimir Zelensky's office, stated that holding elections in Ukraine is currently impossible due to ongoing hostilities, occupied territories, and citizen displacement, responding to former Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov's call for a vote.

Australia's federal government expressed outrage after the IDF decided not to open a criminal investigation into Gaza airstrikes that killed aid worker Zomi Frankcom and six colleagues.
Russian police are arresting citizens complaining of fuel shortages as Ukrainian drone strikes on refineries spark rationing, long queues, and fighting at petrol stations across at least 12 regions.

The European Central Bank is planning its first complete visual overhaul of euro banknotes, introducing recognizable imagery like European culture or nature. A public survey will decide the final design, with introduction expected around 2029.

A student brought weapons onto the Ateneo de Zamboanga University campus in Zamboanga City, killing a fellow student in a classroom before dying by suicide.

Ripple has raised $275 million through a private placement of senior unsecured notes via its Ripple Prime brokerage. The funds are earmarked for expanding the company's institutional financial services, including prime brokerage, financing, and multi-asset clearing.

Amazon announced plans to expand its Prime Air drone delivery service to nearly 500 U.S. cities by year-end. The initiative seeks to accelerate delivery speeds, though the program faces ongoing regulatory investigations regarding safety incidents in the U.S. and the UK.

Swedish MP Håkan Svenneling has criticized the government's deportation of long-term British residents who missed post-Brexit application deadlines. Cases like that of 78-year-old Joyce Thomas have sparked concerns over the implementation of the EU-UK withdrawal agreement.
USCIS has issued new policy guidance for Green Card applications, effective September 18, 2026. The rules implement a stricter 'public charge' test, considering a broader range of means-tested public benefits when evaluating an applicant's admissibility.