Friday · August 21, 2026 Vol. I · No. 232
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Russia helping Serbia fight wildfires without any conditions — former PM Russian weightlifter wins gold at European youth championships Delivery of diesel fuel to Zaporozhye NPP impossible due to Ukrainian attacks — plant Poland plans to deploy missiles with range of over 1,000 km in its east — defense ministry Blue Eye Samurai’s second season will hit Netflix in January BRICS countries support GFCN’s initiative to develop centers to combat disinformation Four-to five-day forums can generate 1-2 months’ worth of revenue for local businesses Colts sign TE JJ Galbreath Russia helping Serbia fight wildfires without any conditions — former PM Russian weightlifter wins gold at European youth championships Delivery of diesel fuel to Zaporozhye NPP impossible due to Ukrainian attacks — plant Poland plans to deploy missiles with range of over 1,000 km in its east — defense ministry Blue Eye Samurai’s second season will hit Netflix in January BRICS countries support GFCN’s initiative to develop centers to combat disinformation Four-to five-day forums can generate 1-2 months’ worth of revenue for local businesses Colts sign TE JJ Galbreath

Sports

Sports · European soccer

James and Rice miss training in preparation for Panama

England's Reece James and Declan Rice miss England's penultimate training session before Panama with injury concerns.

Sports · European soccer

Arsenal keen on Guimaraes move - Friday's gossip

Newcastle midfielders Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes are in demand, Chelsea want Maxence Lacroix and Liverpool still chase Yan Diomande.

Sports · European soccer

Sane gives Germany lead as Ecuador calls for foul waived away

Leroy Sane gives Germany a 1-0 lead against Ecuador in the second minute of the World Cup Group E match at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

Sports · Boxing

Boxer Joe Cordina charged with assault over Cardiff petrol station incident

Former boxing world champion to appear in court in JulyCordina’s WBO bout against Abdullah Mason called offThe former boxing world champion Joe Cordina has been charged with “assa…

Sports · European basketball

WNBA suspends Alyssa Thomas for ‘cheap shot’ throat hit to Caitlin Clark

Mercury star made contact with closed fist during jostleFever coach slammed refs for ‘disrespectful’ no-callsSign up for the WNBA 30 weekly newsletterThe WNBA has suspended Phoeni…

Sports · European soccer

Is five-match ban for Qatar's Madibo excessive?

Our Ask Me Anything team look at whether Madibo's punishment for his challenge on Kone was proportionate.

Sports · MLS

Sporting KC sign experienced European defender from Austrian side Sturm Graz

Sporting KC acquires defender Emir Karic from Austrian Bundesliga side Sturm Graz. The 29-year-old Bosnian international has signed a two-year contract through the 2027-28 season …

Sports · European soccer

Putellas decides to join London City Lionesses

Two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas decides to move to London City Lionesses after leaving Barcelona.

Sports · European soccer

Are Scotland 'not good enough' to impress at World Cup?

What is the mood among Scotland fans and pundits post-group stage at the World Cup?

Sports · European basketball

Kyle Guy is close to returning to La Laguna Tenerife

After a few months of retirement, the explosive American scorer returned to the court and has finished the season in China The post Kyle Guy is close to returning to La Laguna Ten…

Sports · European soccer

Why it's time for Saka and Rashford - Shearer

Former England captain Alan Shearer explains why Thomas Tuchel needs to change some personnel as well as his team's mindset when they face Panama.

Sports · NBA

Title-hunting Timberwolves reportedly add LaMelo Ball in trade with Hornets

Charlotte get Naz Reid, seven draft picksMinnesota also add guard Josh Green in swapBall to pair with fellow 2020 draftee Anthony EdwardsThe Charlotte Hornets have agreed to trade…

SPORTS
Sports · MLS

The Urban Pitch Podcast: World Cup Vibes are Vibin’

New York Times writer Emmanuel Morgan joins the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss the wild start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. We’re two weeks into the 2026 World Cup, and things could…

Sports · European soccer

Tottenham sign former Arsenal midfielder Pelova

Tottenham confirm the signing of Netherlands midfielder Victoria Pelova following her exit from Arsenal.

Sports · European soccer

World Cup makes more than enough money - New York mayor Mamdani

Mayor of New York Zohran Mamdani says the World Cup generates "more than enough" income and supporters should not have to pay higher prices.

Sports · European soccer

Holders Luton drawn with Peterborough in EFL Trophy

The draw for the 2026-2027 EFL Trophy is made, with 16 invited Premier League U21 sides joining League One and League Two clubs.

Sports · European soccer

Bellamy to stay with Wales as Burnley move off

Wales manager Craig Bellamy's proposed move to take charge at Championship side Burnley has fallen through.

Sports · European soccer

Is the World Cup ball making it hard for goalkeepers?

While some goalkeepers have produced heroic performances in the World Cup, others have struggled with shots from outside the area, so is there a problem with the ball?

Sports · European soccer

McCrorie returns to Rangers from Bristol City

Ross McCrorie is reuniting with manager Derek McInnes and returning to Rangers after Bristol City accept an undisclosed offer from the Ibrox club.

Sports · European soccer

Hincapie completes permanent Arsenal move

Defender Piero Hincapie makes his loan move from Bayer Leverkusen to Arsenal permanent.

Sports · European soccer

The games that show the flaws in a 48-team World Cup

Two matches in the final round of group games present the chance for two teams to simply play out a draw to qualify.

Sports · European basketball

Luka Doncic welcomes former Golden State Warriors guard to Rome

Nico Mannion emerges as the foundational marquee signing for Luka Doncic’s ambitious new Basketball Club Roma SPQR project, headlining a wave of intensive roster activity across t…

Sports · European soccer

Godfrey signs new three-year deal with London City

England international Freya Godfrey has signed a new three-year contract with London City Lionesses.

Sports · NFL

Detroit Lions star Terrion Arnold arrested on kidnapping, armed robbery charges

Accused of being ‘primary conspirator’ in targeted plotFlorida attorney: Potential sentence is up to life in prisonTeam decline to comment on cornerback’s situationDetroit Lions s…