American tourist killed by lightning while hiking Sicily's Mount Etnahttps://www.foxnews.com/us/american-tourist-killed-lightning-while-hiking-sicilys-mount-etnaA 29-year-old Kansas tourist was killed by a lightning strike while hiking Sicily's Mount Etna, Europe's largest volcano, in an exposed area Sunday.
Aug 17, 2026 5:09 PM
CNN staffers brace for Paramount CEO's potential plan to launch editorial board to oversee networkhttps://www.foxnews.com/media/cnn-staffers-brace-paramount-ceo-potential-plan-launch-editorial-board-oversee-networkCNN staffers push back on David Ellison's proposed editorial board amid the looming Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, with one calling it "useless at best."
Aug 17, 2026 4:22 PM
America’s Critical Minerals Push Accelerateshttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-17/america-s-critical-minerals-push-accelerates-videoNth Cycle CEO Megan O’Connor joins Bloomberg Open Interest to explain why China’s control of more than 85% of critical-mineral refining poses a major US supply-chain risk. She breaks down Washington’s push to keep battery materials at home, the government support needed to compete with China, and how Nth Cycle says its technology can bring domestic refining online faster. (Source: Bloomberg)
Aug 17, 2026 3:32 PM
How Bemidji's mountain bike team created a tight-knit community in niche, challenging sporthttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/bemidjis-mountain-bike-team-created-151600859.htmlAug. 17—BEMIDJI — For Bemidji High School seniors Liam Larson and Ben Lindgren, telling their classmates about their fall sport of choice is all too predictable. They're usually met with a look of puzzlement, with the eventual realization of, "Bemidji has a mountain bike team?" It's true, Bemidji has had a mountain bike team for just about a decade. Composed of students from Bemidji Middle and ...
Aug 17, 2026 3:16 PM
Trump family crypto firm granted conditional approval to establish a bankhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-family-crypto-bank-charter/The plan has sparked criticism from Democrats, who argue that granting bank status to a business affiliated with the Trump family poses a conflict of interest.
Aug 17, 2026 2:44 PM
Jon Batiste on the "flow state" of creating 3 albums at once and piano as a "form of meditation"https://www.cbsnews.com/video/jon-batiste-on-the-flow-state-of-creating-3-albums-at-once-and-piano-as-a-form-of-meditation/Jon Batiste speaks with "CBS Mornings" about his three new albums, which were inspired by composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Thelonious Monk, and explains how he crafted each one in a single day. The Grammy winner also gives an update on his wife, who is battling cancer.
Aug 17, 2026 2:29 PM
Martinez in limbo, with Villa future uncertainhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/martinez-limbo-villa-future-uncertain-142002129.htmlAston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez is facing an uncertain future after his proposed move to Juventus collapsed.
Aug 17, 2026 2:20 PM
EV, Battery Sales Help Q2 Cleantech Investment Reboundhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/current-climate/2026/08/17/ev-battery-sales-help-q2-cleantech-investment-rebound/This week’s Current Climate newsletter also looks at big funds flowing into long-duration battery makers and the impact of a big proposed cut to NOAA’s budget.
Aug 17, 2026 1:15 PM
Woman jailed for trying to murder toddler by giving her adult medicationhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c998dxxe03do?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rssThe judge imposed an order for lifelong restriction on Laura Docherty for the 'wicked' crime.
Aug 17, 2026 11:08 AM
‘Better Than Trae Young Any Day,’ ‘Respect’ — NBA World Reacts As Insider Sheds Light on Russell Westbrook ‘Ending Talks’ With Wizards Ahead of Retirementhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/better-trae-young-day-respect-110012244.htmlBefore deciding to walk away from the NBA last week, Russell Westbrook reportedly received a contract offer from the Washington Wizards for the upcoming season. However, the proposed opportunity ultimately failed to appeal to the veteran guard, and he chose to retire, a decision that received further support from fans after details of the Wizards’ offer emerged.
Aug 17, 2026 11:00 AM
Elvedi undergoes Leeds medical as move from Gladbach nears completionhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/elvedi-undergoes-leeds-medical-move-104500179.htmlNico Elvedi’s proposed move from Borussia Mönchengladbach to Leeds United is on the verge of completion.After Elvedi agreed personal terms with Leeds, Sky Germany reported on Sunday that the two cl...
Aug 17, 2026 10:45 AM
The Cost Of DOGE: America’s Environmental Intelligence Is Going Stalehttps://www.forbes.com/sites/alanohnsman/2026/08/17/the-cost-of-doge-americas-environmental-intelligence-is-going-stale/Elon Musk’s DOGE gutted staffing and budgets at NOAA and the National Weather Service early last year. It left fishing fleets, farmers and insurers exposed to the fallout
Aug 17, 2026 10:30 AM
Angus Taylor links support for NDIS reform to removal of ‘widow tax’ loopholehttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/17/angus-taylor-links-support-for-ndis-reform-to-removal-of-widow-tax-loopholeCoalition leader tells Anthony Albanese that delaying repeal of ‘cruel’ measure is ‘unconscionable’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAngus Taylor says the Coalition will only support the Albanese government’s proposed overhaul of the NDIS if it first removes the “widow tax” loophole from its changes to taxing investment properties.The warning comes as the Albanese governme...
Aug 17, 2026 10:19 AM
Jose Mourinho personally blocked Real Madrid midfielder Premier League transfer – reporthttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jose-mourinho-personally-blocked-real-093500713.htmlReal Madrid academy midfielder Thiago Pitarch is set to remain at the club after Jose Mourinho stepped in to block a proposed move to Fulham.According to an update from Alberto Pereiro, relayed by Def...
Aug 17, 2026 9:35 AM
Democratic Socialists Look for Upsets in Hostile Territory: Floridahttps://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/17/us/florida-primaries-democratic-socialists.htmlThree primaries for the House and the Senate on Tuesday pose a fresh test for the left, this time in a conservative-leaning state where socialism is often seen as a dirty word.
Aug 17, 2026 9:03 AM
JP Morgan boss Jamie Dimon warns UK chancellor not to hike taxes on bankshttps://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/aug/17/jp-morgan-boss-jamie-dimon-warns-uk-chancellor-windfall-tax-banksBillionaire CEO of world’s biggest bank says any windfall tax on sector’s bumper profits could harm jobs in the CityJamie Dimon, the boss of the US bank JP Morgan, has urged John Healey not to use his first budget as chancellor to increase taxes on banks’ bumper profits.Speculation has been growing that a windfall tax could be imposed on UK lenders to fund Andy Burnham’s cost of living agenda, wit...
Aug 17, 2026 7:55 AM
Joel Embiid Injury Claim Rocks Philadelphia Sixers — But There’s a Catchhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/joel-embiid-injury-claim-rocks-024702142.htmlA terrifying Joel Embiid injury claim spread among Philadelphia Sixers fans. One detail in the supposed Shams Charania report exposes the problem. The post Joel Embiid Injury Claim Rocks Philadelphia Sixers — But There’s a Catch appeared first on HEAVY.
Aug 17, 2026 2:47 AM
Blockbuster NBA Trade Proposal Lands 2-Time Blocks Champion With Lakershttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/blockbuster-nba-trade-proposal-lands-021724110.htmlOne of the Los Angeles Lakers’ top priorities this offseason is strengthening the frontcourt. So far so good. They have done some good business at that position with Walker Kessler and the likes of Kevon Looney joining. The franchise could still chase more frontcourt additions to add length and stretch the floor. In a proposed […] The post Blockbuster NBA Trade Proposal Lands 2-Time Blocks Champio...
Aug 17, 2026 2:17 AM
Chauncey Wiggins, Explained: Why Gonzaga Is Betting on Him to Fix Three Years of Bad Shootinghttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/chauncey-wiggins-explained-why-gonzaga-001627650.htmlGonzaga has spent three straight offseasons trying to buy its way out of a shooting problem, and three straight offseasons the fix hasn’t held. Adam Miller arrived off a career-best 42.9% season at Arizona State and shot 30.2% from outside in his one year in Spokane. Before that, Steele Venters was supposed to be “the […]
Aug 17, 2026 12:16 AM
Terry McLaurin Fantasy Outlook 2026: Commanders WR Looks To Put Nightmare 2025 Season Behind Himhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/terry-mclaurin-fantasy-outlook-2026-213456352.htmlAfter a career year in 2024, Terry McLaurin was supposed to build upon it in 2025, his second season with Jayden Daniels as his quarterback. Instead, everything went wrong, and McLaurin wound up being one of the worst picks in fantasy football.
Aug 16, 2026 9:34 PM