Iran War: Trump Not Interested in Truce Extension | The Pulse 8/18/2026https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-18/the-pulse-8-18-2026-video"The Pulse with Francine Lacqua" is all about conversations with high profile guests in the beating heart of global business, economics, finance and politics. Based in London, we go wherever the story is, bringing you exclusive interviews and market-moving scoops.
Today's guests: Jimmy Muchechetere, Investec, Senior Equity Analyst & Başak Yavçan, Migration Policy Group, Head of Research (Source: ...
Aug 18, 2026 10:49 AM
Everyone Watches Women’s Sports, Including ‘Ted Lasso’ Fanshttps://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/18/arts/television/ted-lasso-womens-soccer.htmlThe show’s focus on a women’s squad mirrors a broader increase in the popularity of women’s team sports. Now the series faces a challenge: pleasing old fans while welcoming new ones.
Aug 18, 2026 10:45 AM
Former Wisconsin QB in danger of losing starting job at North Carolinahttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/former-wisconsin-qb-danger-losing-103107539.htmlFormer Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. is in danger of losing the job at North Carolina.
Aug 18, 2026 10:31 AM
Barcelona monitoring 33-year-old La Liga veteran as an option to reinforce attack – reporthttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/barcelona-monitoring-33-old-la-101000389.htmlThe FC Barcelona transfer market continues to revolve around the centre-forward position. With the squad still looking for an attacker capable of making a difference, Julian Alvarez remains the sporti...
Aug 18, 2026 10:10 AM
AFL chief breaks silence over ‘deeply concerning’ Sydney Swans sexual assault allegationshttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/18/afl-chief-breaks-silence-over-deeply-concerning-sydney-swans-sexual-assault-allegations-ntwnfbAndrew Dillon says the AFL ‘will consider the broader conduct of the players as more information comes to light’The AFL has declared it is prepared to act over “deeply concerning” sexual assault allegations involving Sydney Swans players.Victorian police on Tuesday confirmed the sexual crimes squad was investigating a reported sexual assault at Melbourne’s Pullman Hotel early on Monday morning. No...
Aug 18, 2026 10:07 AM
Trump 2.0 has deleted or altered nearly 400 US datasets, endangering public health, education and morehttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2026/aug/18/trump-federal-data-deleted-alteredHealth data appears to be most affected by administration’s attempt to wipe findings that don’t align with its priorities, tracker showsA database of federal law enforcement officer misconduct records. A survey measuring physical, sexual and emotional violence against children and youth. Real-time pollution readings collected by air quality monitors from US embassies around the world.These are amo...
Aug 18, 2026 10:00 AM
Emanuel Emegha set to stay at Chelsea despite initial transfer uncertaintyhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/emanuel-emegha-set-stay-chelsea-100000120.htmlChelsea striker Emanuel Emegha is set to remain at the club this season.The Athletic claims the Netherlands international will be in the Blues’ squad despite speculation about his future.Emegha move...
Aug 18, 2026 10:00 AM
Report: Liverpool ready to sell two players after failed pre-seasonhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/report-liverpool-ready-sell-two-100000629.htmlLiverpool Transfer Latest: Chiesa, Elliott and Jones Facing Exit as Iraola Reshapes SquadLiverpool’s summer business is moving into a more decisive phase, with squad trimming now looking every bit a...
Aug 18, 2026 10:00 AM
McInnes has plenty to prove in Europe as Jablonec test loomshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/mcinnes-plenty-prove-europe-jablonec-093716698.htmlThursday night's embarrassing Europa League exit is fully on Derek McInnes. Clearly, the two legs and McInnes' tactical choices proved he's not ready to manage at that level. It's a shame because he would have been a quality addition but given where we are at the moment, I'm not sure we can attract players of that level.
Aug 18, 2026 9:37 AM
‘Insanity’ – NFL fans react as Dave Portnoy reveals his top 10 QBs heading into 2026 seasonhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/insanity-nfl-fans-react-dave-091240718.htmlDave Portnoy has named his top 10 quarterbacks heading into the 2026 season with some controversial choices. Patrick Mahomes is no longer the NFL’s undisputed best QB following the Kansas City Chiefs’ difficult year.
Aug 18, 2026 9:12 AM
Anthony Colandrea ranks ninth in USA TODAY Sports' QB rankingshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/anthony-colandrea-ranks-ninth-usa-090417390.htmlUSA TODAY Sports released rankings of all Big Ten quarterbacks. Anthony Colandrea just made the top half of the rankings, placing ninth.
Aug 18, 2026 9:04 AM
Newcastle Enters Unexpected Race for AC Milan Forward as Plans Become Clearhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/newcastle-enters-unexpected-race-ac-090000049.htmlNewcastle United’s attack could still change before the summer transfer window closes, with Matthias Jaissle overseeing a squad that struggled for goals last season, has since lost Anthony Gordon to Barcelona, and hasn’t looked any good during the preseason. Against that backdrop, the Magpies have been linked with several potential additions across the forward line, […]
Aug 18, 2026 9:00 AM
SEC QB rankings start with Trinidad Chambliss, but where's Arch Manning?https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/sec-qb-rankings-start-trinidad-085506512.htmlTrinidad Chambliss headlines the SEC quarterback rankings, but then the conversation gets interesting.
Aug 18, 2026 8:55 AM
Lyon predicted XI v Fenerbahçe: Mads Bidstrup on the bench, Lois Openda to starthttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/lyon-predicted-xi-v-fenerbah-084500691.htmlOlympique Lyonnais travel to Fenerbahçe for the first leg of their UEFA Champions League qualifier. For the encounter, Paulo Fonseca is without a couple of key players.Khalis Merah is out, but more i...
Aug 18, 2026 8:45 AM
Spanish Journalist argues Rodri is an ‘unnecessary signing’ for Barcelonahttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/spanish-journalist-argues-rodri-unnecessary-082000192.htmlHansi Flick’s Barcelona squad already had a host of talented midfield options, and they have strengthened it even further by convincing Rodri.Barça have reached an agreement with Manchester City to...
Aug 18, 2026 8:20 AM
The Fabregas effect on Chalobah's Como movehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/fabregas-effect-chalobahs-como-move-073140042.htmlComo boss Cesc Fabregas was one of Chelsea's stars when Trevoh Chalobah was in the academy and taking part in training sessions with the first-team squad. Fabregas has overseen Como's remarkable rise from Serie B to the Champions League in just two seasons and convinced Chalobah to join this summer, ending a near 20-year association with Chelsea, amid interest from Inter Milan.
Aug 18, 2026 7:31 AM
‘The NFL Is Not Concerned About Jaxson Dart’ — League Simply Protecting Itself From Concussion Lawsuit, Argues Analysthttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/nfl-not-concerned-jaxson-dart-064756004.htmlThe ongoing tug-of-war between NFL concussion protocol spotters and New York Giants second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart reached a breaking point following New York’s preseason opener against the Minnesota Vikings. Dart was sent to the blue medical tent following a first-quarter sack, only to be cleared and return shortly afterward.
Aug 18, 2026 6:47 AM
Ashley Boosts His Real Estate Empire With Harvey Nicholshttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-18/ashley-boosts-his-real-estate-empire-with-harvey-nichols-videoRetail billionaire Mike Ashley's purchase of department store Harvey Nichols, situated in London’s exclusive Knightsbridge district, has given his company one of the best located stores in the UK. A Bloomberg analysis of property records shows that Frasers Group now owns around 8 million square feet of retail park and shopping center space, part of what the company’s CEO Michael Murray said is a 1...
Aug 18, 2026 6:31 AM
Haaland's main rivals for the Premier League Golden Boothttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/haalands-main-rivals-premier-league-061200589.htmlErling Haaland will hope for a record-equalling fourth Golden Boot this season - but who could challenge him as the Premier League's top-scorer?
Aug 18, 2026 6:12 AM
Haaland's main rivals for the Premier League Golden Boothttps://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cvgwjgxend0o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rssErling Haaland will hope for a record-equalling fourth Golden Boot this season - but who could challenge him as the Premier League's top-scorer?
Aug 18, 2026 6:11 AM