
theguardian.com
Kim Jong-un’s sister casts doubt on Trump’s claims of secret US-North Korea talkshttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/19/kim-jong-un-sister-doubt-trump-claims-secret-us-north-korea-talksPresident says he plans to meet dictator this year but Kim Yo-jong says Washington remains Pyongyang’s enemyDonald Trump has said he is planning to meet North Korea’s Kim Jong-un later this year even as the reclusive leader’s younger sister cast doubt on their communications and dampened hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough between the two leaders.Trump, who also claimed North Korea had 57 nuclear ...Aug 19, 2026 5:39 PM
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X Games medalist to headline Ventura cornhole fest with monster jumphttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/x-games-medalist-headline-ventura-170443374.htmlX Games medalist Colby Raha plans a 225-foot motorcycle jump at the Throw Down Cornhole Festival in Ventura.Aug 19, 2026 5:04 PM
bloomberg.com
Stocks Climb as Treasury Steps In to Support Bondshttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-19/stocks-climb-as-treasury-steps-in-to-support-bonds-videoWall Street staged a rebound after the Treasury said it plans to boost buybacks of longer-dated bonds, a signal the US wants to lower borrowing costs after yields hit multi-decade highs.
Lindsay Rosner, Head of Multi-Sector Investing at Goldman Sachs Asset Management, discusses her views on market resilience and global risk premiums. (Source: Bloomberg)Aug 19, 2026 4:58 PM

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'Every Test match victory is special': India's vice-captain KL Rahul after 165-run victory in Galle Testhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/every-test-match-victory-special-164400452.htmlKL Rahul said India’s 165-run win over Sri Lanka boosted confidence in handling spin-friendly conditions. He praised the team for executing its plans and credited thorough preparation for their success. Rahul also lauded Devdutt Padikkal’s maiden Test century, calling it a defining moment that helped set up the victory and hoping the young batter carries his confidence into future matches.Aug 19, 2026 4:44 PM

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Swimmers warned of toxic algae at newly designated Thames bathing sitehttps://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/aug/19/swimmers-warned-toxic-algae-thames-bathing-site-hamPeople told they and their pets should keep out of river at Ham amid anger over Thames Water’s treated sewage planSwimmers are being warned not to enter the water at the first official bathing site on the River Thames, in south-west London, because of toxic blue-green algae in the water.The blue-green algal blooms are rare in moving water but are likely to be caused by the extreme heat, low river ...Aug 19, 2026 4:32 PM

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Amazon’s delivery drones are flying to 500 more citieshttps://mashable.com/tech/amazon-prime-air-drone-delivery-500-citiesAmazon plans to expand Prime Air drone delivery to nearly 500 U.S. cities and towns by the end of 2026.Aug 19, 2026 4:02 PM

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The DOJ official behind a record number of federal monitors going to midterm polling siteshttps://www.cbsnews.com/video/record-number-of-federal-monitors-to-polling-sites/The Department of Justice plans to send out a record 1,000 federal monitors to polling sites across the U.S., a higher number than is usual. CBS News' Sarah Lynch explains what's behind the push.Aug 19, 2026 3:57 PM

bbc.co.uk
Israel opens up tenders for controversial West Bank settlement projecthttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly50gn1e54o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rssPlans to build on the so-called E1 area - east of Jerusalem - have long been internationally condemned and would in effect divide the occupied West Bank in two.Aug 19, 2026 3:50 PM

techcrunch.com
Sachin Bansal’s fintech Navi raises first outside capital with $100M Prosus investmenthttps://techcrunch.com/2026/08/19/sachin-bansals-fintech-navi-raises-first-outside-capital-with-100m-prosus-investment/The investment comes amid Navi plans to go public.Aug 19, 2026 3:01 PM

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Amazon’s Prime Air is taking off in nearly 500 U.S. citieshttps://techcrunch.com/2026/08/19/amazons-prime-air-is-taking-off-in-nearly-500-u-s-cities/Amazon is significantly expanding its Prime Air drone delivery service, with plans to reach nearly 500 U.S. cities by the end of 2026.Aug 19, 2026 2:57 PM
bloomberg.com
Citi Turns Bullish on Zambia Debt as Election Heralds Upgradeshttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-19/citi-turns-bullish-on-zambia-debt-as-election-heralds-upgradesCitigroup Inc. plans to go long on Zambia’s bonds as it sees the copper-producer to be in line for credit upgrades after recent elections.Aug 19, 2026 2:39 PM

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Iraqi Airline Fly Baghdad Surmounts Sanctions And Prepares To Restarthttps://www.forbes.com/sites/tedreed/2026/08/19/iraqi-airline-fly-baghdad-surmounts-sanctions-and-prepares-to-restart/Tiny Iraqi airline Fly Baghdad plans to restart this month, after battling to overcome U.S. sanctions and airspace dangers.Aug 19, 2026 2:39 PM

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MS NOW to Launch Subscription ‘Membership’ Service in September for $7.99 per Monthhttps://variety.com/2026/tv/news/ms-now-subscription-membership-launch-7-99-per-month-1236838166/MS NOW is betting its followers need more than news and opinion in the moment. The Versant-backed news outlet unveiled its most detailed plans yet around the launch of a new subscription based “Membership” service that is expected to debut in September for $7.99 per month or $79.99 annually. The network sees “Membership” as an […]Aug 19, 2026 2:13 PM
bloomberg.com
Stock, Bond Rout Takes Breather; Trump Delays Canada Tariffs | Bloomberg Brief 08/19/2026https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-19/bloomberg-brief-08-19-2026-videoUS equity futures waver as a global chip selloff eases after SK Hynix announces plans to buy back $29 billion of shares. The Trump administration delays 50% tariffs on Canadian products for three days, citing a tentative agreement. The UAE cuts all economic ties with Tehran after accusing Iran of firing ballistic missiles at its territory. Keith Lerner of Truist discusses the market backdrop for s...Aug 19, 2026 1:56 PM
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Juventus offers to terminate Arthur’s contract with talks underwayhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/juventus-offers-terminate-arthur-contract-093500000.htmlJuventus and Arthur have started talks over the termination of the Brazilian midfielder’s contract this summer, as he is no longer part of their plans.Arthur has been one of the biggest flops the cl...Aug 19, 2026 9:35 AM

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Manchester United and Chelsea Eye Roma Star Konéhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/manchester-united-chelsea-eye-roma-091500019.htmlRoma have been busy trying to acquire new players in the last few days, but they are bracing for a generous offer for Manu Koné from Manchester United. The Frenchman is central to their plans, but gi...Aug 19, 2026 9:15 AM
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North baseball's Josiah Caceres commits to Quinnipiac Universityhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/north-baseballs-josiah-caceres-commits-080539452.htmlAfter an All-American summer, East Stroudsburg North senior Josiah Caceres has announced his college baseball plans.Aug 19, 2026 8:05 AM
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Absa CEO: Africa Expansion Plan Progressing Wellhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-19/absa-ceo-africa-expansion-plan-progressing-well-videoAbsa Group is exploring the possibility of converting its representative office in Nigeria into a merchant bank. Chief Executive Officer Kenny Fihla also said he sees opportunities in Uganda, Zambia, Tanzania, Angola. He spoke to Bloomberg’s Chief Africa correspondent, Jennifer Zabasajja, to discuss their plans after the group reported net income for the first half-year of 12.58 billion rand vs. 1...Aug 19, 2026 7:32 AM
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Adnoc Cuts to Asia Shipments Send Flagship Oil Grade Higherhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-19/adnoc-cuts-to-asia-shipments-send-flagship-oil-grade-higherAbu Dhabi National Oil Co. plans to trim the amount of crude sold to Asian customers in August and September, according to people familiar with the matter — cuts that are already helping to push up the price of the flagship Murban oil grade.Aug 19, 2026 6:50 AM
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Jose Mourinho unsure about Real Madrid captain’s role ahead of new season – reporthttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jose-mourinho-unsure-real-madrid-062500555.htmlReal Madrid may be closing in on the start of the 2026/27 campaign, but one major question remains unresolved at Valdebebas: where exactly does Federico Valverde fit into José Mourinho’s plans?Los ...Aug 19, 2026 6:25 AM