Nagasaki mayor says ‘humanity and nuclear weapons cannot coexist’
Nagasaki Mayor says ‘humanity and nuclear weapons can’t coexist’ as Japan marks anniversary of the US atomic bombing.
Month: August 2026
World number one Sabalenka upset by Alexandrova at Canadian Open
Ekaterina Alexandrov took down four-time Grand Slam singles champion Aryna Sabalenka in a three-set marathon in Toronto.
State of emergency declared as fast-moving Canada wildfire doubles in size
The Bald Range wildfire in British Columbia, still considered “out of control”, has spread over more than 36 sq miles (95 sq km).
Israel accused of weaponising archaeology at ancient West Bank sites
Israel is planning large-scale land expropriations in historic, Palestinian areas of the West Bank.
OpenAI’s expensive smart speaker will use moving parts to seem “more alive”
OpenAI’s upcoming smart speaker will probably cost over $300, “people familiar with the matter” have told Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The generative AI company has “discussed”
How snails engineer their slime
Snails are well-known for their mucus. The slime is highly valued as an anti-inflammatory and anti-aging ingredient in certain skin care products, and snails can
American rescued in daring evacuation from Antarctica
An Australian air crew pulled off a rare mission to help an American working in Antarctica. Details of the mission which took place last month
Hunter Biden says Joe Biden’s cancer has spread
In a new interview, Hunter Biden gave an update on his father’s cancer battle, revealing that former President Biden’s prostate cancer has spread further. NBC
Drivers sue Mercedes-Benz and allege car’s logo gave them burns
Two drivers of Mercedes-AMG cars have filed a class action lawsuit against the luxury car company after they allegedly suffered burn injuries from the AMG
Perez Hilton ‘serious but stable’ after self-harming live on TikTok
Perez Hilton is in a “serious but stable” condition after he was admitted to hospital, his family has said.
Lionel Messi returns to Argentina after father Jorge’s death
Football star Lionel Messi returned to Argentina with his family on Saturday, a day after his father died.
Iran issues new demands as Pezeshkian seeks deal
Senior Iranian security official sets broader conditions for reopening Hormuz.
‘Very painful’: Joe Biden’s cancer has spread, son Hunter says
Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden, says his father’s prostate cancer has “metastasised into his bones and further”.
Perez Hilton faces long recovery after reports he self-harmed during livestream
The US blogger is in a “serious but stable” condition in hospital, according to his family.