Rising inflation underlines scale of Andy Burnham’s cost of living challengehttps://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/aug/19/rising-inflation-underlines-scale-of-andy-burnham-cost-of-living-challengePM’s plan to shield households from more pressure risks being overwhelmed by wider price risesUK inflation rises to 2.9%Business live – latest updatesJuly’s increase in inflation, to 2.9%, is likely to be the first of several, underlining the challenge facing Andy Burnham in shielding consumers from a fresh cost of living squeeze this autumn.Rising energy bills, as an increase in Ofgem’s quarterly...
Aug 19, 2026 8:40 AM
Barcelona set strict financial conditions for in-demand defender’s exithttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/barcelona-set-strict-financial-conditions-082000842.htmlBarcelona’s plan to send Hector Fort away from the club is moving closer to a conclusion, but what initially looked like a straightforward move to Borussia Dortmund has become more complicated.In re...
Aug 19, 2026 8:20 AM
Iran war: Trump tries economic pressure — againhttps://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/19/world/europe/iran-trump-economic-sanctions-leverage.htmlIran has survived decades of sanctions. Faced with more, it is likely to escalate rather than surrender, analysts said.
Aug 19, 2026 8:00 AM
Shares in humanoid robot firm Unitree surge 600% on Chinese stock market debuthttps://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/aug/19/unitree-shares-surge-humanoid-robot-firm-chinese-stock-market-debutCompany’s robots have gained global fame via videos of them performing martial arts and as dancers for pop starsUnitree, the world’s biggest humanoid robot maker, has made a spectacular entry on to China’s stock market, with its shares surging by more than 600%.The Chinese company’s robots have gained global fame via viral videos of them performing martial arts, running at Olympic speeds and servi...
Aug 19, 2026 7:49 AM
Democrat Mary Peltola and Republican Dan Sullivan lead in Alaska primary for US Senate – US politics livehttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/live/2026/aug/19/mary-peltola-dan-sullivan-alaska-primary-election-us-senate-florida-california-wyoming--donald-trump-us-politics-latestIncumbent Sullivan is running for third term while Peltola is fighting to flip seat and aid Democrats retake control of CongressThe Guardian’s Chris Stein has more on the Alaska primary:Dan J Sullivan is a retired schoolteacher and US Forest Service employee living in the town of Petersburg in south-eastern Alaska, who is running as a Republican for the US Senate. Dan S Sullivan is a Republican US...
Aug 19, 2026 7:39 AM
Rishabh Pant’s 100th six, Manav Suthar’s double strike put India on brink of Galle victoryhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/rishabh-pant-100th-six-manav-073900588.htmlIndia stands on the brink of triumph in the first Test match as Rishabh Pant dazzles with a blistering century consisting of extravagant sixes. The Indian bowlers have efficiently snatched key wickets, leaving Sri Lanka grappling under immense pressure. With a challenging target ahead, Sri Lanka requires a significant number of runs, while India hunts for just six more wickets to claim victory on ...
Aug 19, 2026 7:39 AM
‘Jealousy Runs So Deep Through Your Blood’https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jealousy-runs-deep-blood-070000262.htmlKhabib Nurmagomedov is not the top pick for greatest of all time (GOAT), but it’s not a rare choice either. Though “The Eagle” didn’t have a title reign as long as Georges St. Pierre or Demetrious Johnson, retiring undefeated at 29-0 counts for something. More to the point, nobody saw Khabib bleed in his entire […]
Aug 19, 2026 7:00 AM
Pablo Torre highlights report which names possible ‘real buyer’ behind Los Angeles Lakers’ $12.5 billion salehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/pablo-torre-highlights-report-names-064343978.htmlThe Los Angeles Lakers’ $12. 5 billion sale to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner has raised some eyebrows, and now Pablo Torre has highlighted a report suggesting there is more to the story.
Aug 19, 2026 6:43 AM
UAE Reports Iranian Missile Attack as Tensions Rise | Horizons Middle East & Africa 8/19/2026https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-19/horizons-middle-east-africa-8-19-2026-videoHorizons Middle East & Africa is your daily spotlight on one of the world's fastest-growing regions. Live from Dubai, we bring you the latest global markets and analysis, plus news-making interviews, with a special focus on MEA. All that and more, as you head to the office in the Gulf, pause for lunch in Hong Kong, or start your day in London or Johannesburg. (Source: Bloomberg)
Aug 19, 2026 6:20 AM
Optimism on Europe Returns to Pre-Iran War Highs: Taking Stockhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-19/optimism-on-europe-returns-to-pre-iran-war-highs-taking-stockInvestors increasingly favor European stocks over US peers as the region’s robust economic outlook proves more attractive at a time of surging AI spending.
Aug 19, 2026 6:15 AM
Bonds Traders Look to Hedge Risk of Fed Rate Cuts in 2027https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-19/bonds-traders-look-to-hedge-risk-of-fed-cuts-in-2027-videoBond traders are looking to hedge the risk that the Federal Reserve pivots to cutting rates in 2027. The dovish wagers are at odds with recent moves in the Treasuries market, which saw yields on long-dated bonds climb to multiyear highs as a Fed on hold would keep inflation running above its target for longer. Bloomberg's Ven Ram has more. (Source: Bloomberg)
Aug 19, 2026 6:07 AM
South Korea Exploring New Financial Hub Beyond Overcrowded Seoulhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-19/south-korea-exploring-new-financial-hub-beyond-overcrowded-seoulSouth Korea is looking to create a new financial center outside the capital Seoul, as the government moves to ease over-concentration in the greater metropolitan area, which is home to more than half the country’s population.
Aug 19, 2026 6:00 AM
Liverpool can revisit deal for ‘extraordinary’ star, he’d only be €50mhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/liverpool-revisit-deal-extraordinary-star-054000524.htmlLiverpool still have a lot of work that they need to do to their squad. While the three players that have been brought in will certainly help, the Reds still need a few more to be added to their ranks...
Aug 19, 2026 5:40 AM
French civil servant drugged us to make us urinate on ourselves, say accusershttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crrv48lenwgo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rssMore than 200 women accuse Christian Nègre of drugging them to make them urinate - two share their stories.
Aug 19, 2026 5:00 AM
UK relies on heat-stressed countries for fruit and veg it could grow itself – reporthttps://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/aug/19/uk-heat-stressed-countries-fruit-veg-importFood Foundation sounds alarm over supply risks and price shocks as about 40% of Britain’s food is importedThe UK is vulnerable to food price shocks because of its dependence on imports of fruit and vegetable from countries even more exposed to the climate crisis, researchers say.Much of Britain has sweltered under a record five heatwaves this year and endured drought and wildfires, with the hot, d...
Aug 19, 2026 5:00 AM
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Aug 19, 2026 5:00 AM
Wayfair Coupons: Up to 80% Off August 2026https://www.wired.com/story/wayfair-promo-code/Get 10% off with Wayfair promo code, up to 80% off furniture, and more top coupons.
Aug 19, 2026 5:00 AM
Fesharaki: US in 'Strong Position' to Wait Out Iranhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-19/fesharaki-us-in-strong-position-to-wait-out-iran-videoFGE NexantECA Chairman Emeritus Fereidun Fesharaki tells Bloomberg TV that Iran can only survive a few more months of curtailed income due to the Strait of Hormuz conflict. He adds that the US may consider waiting out the regime for a better deal. (Source: Bloomberg)
Aug 19, 2026 4:50 AM
Fesharaki: Oil’s Real Story Lies in Products, Not Crudehttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-19/fesharaki-oil-s-real-story-lies-in-products-not-crude-videoFGE NexantECA Chairman Emeritus Fereidun Fesharaki argues that the refined oil product markets have decoupled from crude oil, reshaping how we understand global energy dynamics. He stresses that to truly grasp the direction of oil markets, we must watch gasoline, diesel and jet fuel trends more closely than crude benchmarks. He speaks with Haslinda Amin on "Insight with Haslinda Amin. (Source: Blo...
Aug 19, 2026 4:25 AM
Korean Won Advances Past Key Psychological Level of 1,400 Per Dollarhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-19/korean-won-advances-past-key-psychological-level-of-1-400-per-dollarThe South Korean won strengthened past the key psychological level of 1,400 per dollar for the first time in more than 10 months, extending a recovery fueled by a booming semiconductor industry.
Aug 19, 2026 4:07 AM