Jorge Rey Predicts August Heat Wave
Meteorologist Jorge Rey forecasts another heat wave in August, anticipating Spain's official weather agency AEMET. He bases his prediction on the traditional Cabañuelas method.2 sourcesSee all sources
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Prime Minister Inspects Dhaka City Management
The Prime Minister personally inspected the management of Dhaka city while driving his own car.2 sourcesSee all sourcesMoscow Woman Accidentally Washes Kitten
A woman in Moscow accidentally put her kitten in the washing machine while doing laundry. The kitten was discovered when it began meowing loudly during the wash cycle. The owner stopped the machine but couldn't open it, so she called rescuers who carefully retrieved the wet but unharmed kitten.7 sourcesSee all sourcesToronto Police Hunt Indian National Accused of Fortune-Telling Scam
Toronto police are searching for Gangadhar Babu, a 29-year-old Indian national, accused of posing as a psychic and spiritual healer to defraud a victim of thousands of dollars. Babu operated under the name 'Babu' and ran a business called Indian Psychic and Spiritual Healer. Police allege he exploited the victim's belief in the supernatural, convincing them to pay for 'spiritual protection' to avoid death or harm. Babu is wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for fraud over $5,000, possession of proceeds obtained by crime over $5,000, and laundering proceeds of Canadian crime. Police believe there may be additional victims and urge anyone targeted to come forward.3 sourcesSee all sourcesThree Premier League Clubs Eye Liam Delap as Chelsea Set £40m Asking Price
Three Premier League clubs - Everton, Nottingham Forest, and Leeds United - are reportedly interested in signing Chelsea striker Liam Delap. Chelsea value the 23-year-old at up to £40m despite his disappointing debut season where he scored only twice in 41 appearances. Delap is free to leave Stamford Bridge if a suitable offer arrives, with Chelsea looking to profit from his sale.10 sourcesSee all sourcesTwo Men Arrested for Poaching Wild Boar in Condrița Forest
Law enforcement officers have arrested two men, aged 27 and 51, for illegally catching and killing a wild boar in the forest of Condrița. The men were caught using banned traps and face up to three years in prison. Police seized hunting weapons, CCTV cameras, knives, and other evidence during the investigation.3 sourcesSee all sourcesArmed Robbery at Gas Station Solved via Video Surveillance
In Almaty region, an armed robbery at a gas station was solved using an intelligent video surveillance system. Two masked men, aged 20 and 22, stormed the station with a shotgun hidden in a plastic bag. The cashier remained calm, and a guard intervened, causing the suspects to flee without firing shots. Both suspects were identified and arrested within days, with the shotgun seized as evidence. The robbery is considered a serious crime.5 sourcesSee all sourcesMilan Legend Franco Baresi Dies at 66
Franco Baresi, a legendary Italian footballer and AC Milan defender, has died at the age of 66. Baresi was a World Cup champion in 1982 and won the Champions League three times with Milan. His passing was mourned by fellow football legends.25 sourcesSee all sourcesRetired Police Officer Shoots Three Neighbors in Edirne
A dispute between neighbors in Edirne's Keşan district escalated into a shooting incident. Retired police officer M.K. opened fire with a gun, injuring three people from the same family. The suspect was taken into custody.5 sourcesSee all sourcesXbox CEO Asha Sharma Aims to 'Return to Growth' by Mid-2027
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has outlined plans to return the business to growth by the end of fiscal year 2027. She aims to strengthen the Xbox platform, grow games into global franchises, make Minecraft the world's creator platform, and extend beloved gaming worlds. Sharma predicts Xbox will return to growth by mid-2027, following a decline in revenue. The company also plans to invest in its strongest franchises and biggest new ideas.14 sourcesSee all sourcesIraq Swept by Extreme Heat Wave
Iraq is currently experiencing a severe heat wave, with temperatures soaring as high as 50 degrees Celsius (122°F) in five provinces. The hot weather is expected to continue in the coming days, affecting both the southern and central regions, as well as the western parts of the country. The General Directorate of Meteorology and Seismology of Iraq has issued a warning for a hot and humid day tomorrow, with temperatures reaching up to 49 degrees Celsius in some regions and 50 degrees Celsius in others. The highest temperatures are expected in Baghdad, Kirkuk, Basra, Maysan, and Diyala.10 sourcesSee all sourcesWhy Startups Fail: Not Money or Tech, Says Vercel CTO
Malte Ubl, former Google employee and current CTO of billion-dollar startup Vercel, attributes startup failures not to financial or technological issues, but to the wrong mindset.2 sourcesSee all sourcesTime to Drop U.S. Bank Stress Tests
The author argues that the current U.S. bank stress tests are time-consuming and may mislead the public about the true health of the financial system. They suggest it's time to discontinue these tests.2 sourcesSee all sourcesLinkedIn Introduces 'Seems Like AI Slop' Button to Combat AI-Generated Content
LinkedIn has rolled out a new feature allowing users to flag posts that seem like 'AI slop'. The button, added to posts' ellipsis menu, helps train LinkedIn's AI models to identify and reduce low-quality AI-generated content. The company aims to promote authentic interactions and perspectives on the platform. Alongside this, LinkedIn is removing its 'enhance your post' AI writing tool and replacing it with a proofreading feature. Users will also receive private notifications if their posts are flagged as potentially AI-generated.39 sourcesSee all sourcesUEFA Urges Al-Khelaifi to Challenge Infantino for FIFA Presidency
UEFA is pushing Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi to run against FIFA president Gianni Infantino in the next election. The European football body is reportedly unhappy with Infantino's plans to sell World Cup rights and sees Al-Khelaifi as a potential candidate to replace him. However, Al-Khelaifi has so far shown no interest in running for the FIFA presidency.17 sourcesSee all sourcesTrump's OMB Rule: Rescuing Taxpayer-Funded Research
The Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) proposed rule for Part 200 aims to increase accountability and transparency in federal grants by tightening oversight, rooting out waste, fraud, and abuse, protecting national interests, and ensuring public money advances Congress-authorized purposes. Critics argue it usurps congressional power and threatens scientific research, but proponents maintain it preserves peer review and promotes rigorous, reproducible scholarship.2 sourcesSee all sourcesUS Proposes Stricter J-1 Visa Rules
The US has proposed stricter rules for J-1 visas, which could potentially impact Indian researchers and doctors. The changes aim to enhance compliance and may affect scholars from India and other countries.2 sourcesSee all sourcesTrump Holds Cabinet Meeting at Camp David to Discuss Iran Tensions
U.S. President Donald Trump is holding a cabinet meeting at Camp David today, with the primary focus being the ongoing tensions with Iran. The meeting comes amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and rising gasoline prices. Trump has indicated a willingness to negotiate with Iran but has conditioned it on Tehran's acceptance of a ceasefire. The meeting is also expected to discuss foreign policy and other priorities.51 sourcesSee all sourcesSeventh Person Dies in Upper East Side Legionnaires' Outbreak
A seventh person has died in connection with the Legionnaires' disease outbreak on New York City's Upper East Side. The city has identified 92 cases of infection, with the outbreak now declared over.26 sourcesSee all sourcesAt Least 50 Children Shot in NYC in 2026
In 2026, at least 50 children were shot in New York City, according to a report by Arwa Mahdani. The mother of a 12-year-old victim spoke out about the incident.3 sourcesSee all sourcesPakistan's ISI Chief Calls Kashmir 'Most Beloved Child'
Pakistan's Director-General of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Lieutenant General Ahmad Shariq Chaudhry, has stated that Kashmir is Pakistan's 'most beloved child' and receives the most resources. This statement highlights Pakistan's strategic focus on the disputed region.3 sourcesSee all sourcesTraffic Controllers in Karachi Dance on Duty
A video of traffic controllers in Karachi, Pakistan, dancing while on duty has gone viral. The distinctive style of traffic warden Fahmeed Gul has grabbed the attention of citizens on Choringi Road, making drivers laugh and immediately follow traffic instructions.3 sourcesSee all sourcesFood Stamp Cuts: Impact on Americans and States
The Trump administration's efforts to reduce food stamp enrollment, including cuts to SNAP funding and stricter work requirements, are having far-reaching impacts. About 37 million low- and no-income people in the U.S. rely on food stamps, with enrollment still above pre-pandemic levels. States are struggling to meet new federal requirements, facing potential budget crises and increased error rates. If they fail to reduce error rates, states may have to take on billions in food-stamp costs or end the program entirely.3 sourcesSee all sourcesFive Babies' Bodies Found in Orange; Mother Charged with Murder
The bodies of five babies were discovered in boxes at a couple's home in Orange, Vaucluse. The mother has been charged with murder and placed in provisional detention, while the father was released. Investigators found the remains in boxes, and the mother had recently given birth to a healthy baby. The case has been referred to an investigating judge.47 sourcesSee all sources