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Moscow warns UK over reports Ukraine using British drones to attack Russiahttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/18/moscow-warns-uk-over-reports-ukraine-using-british-drones-to-attack-russiaMinistry of Defence rebuffs threat of ‘consequences … for deliberately opting for an escalation of the Ukraine crisis’Moscow has threatened the UK with “consequences” after reports that British drones have been used to strike targets on Russia’s mainland for the first time.Ukraine used drones made by two UK companies as part of a so-called deep strike campaign, the Sunday Times reported. Continue ...Aug 18, 2026 7:27 AM

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Victoria moves to expand definition of ‘corruption’ before state electionhttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/18/victoria-moves-to-expand-definition-of-corruption-before-state-election-ntwnfbFormer Ibac head welcomes potential change that could capture actions that currently cannot be used to make corrupt findingsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastBen Carroll has committed to changing the definition of “corruption” before the Victorian election in a move a former anti-corruption boss says could have captured the conduct of senior government figures had it been ...Aug 18, 2026 7:25 AM
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Maple Leafs Might Find Solid Scorer in This Ducks Forwardhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/maple-leafs-might-solid-scorer-072055085.htmlThe Toronto Maple Leafs might have an opportunity to capitalize on the Anaheim Ducks' current situation and land a solid scorer. The post Maple Leafs Might Find Solid Scorer in This Ducks Forward appeared first on HEAVY.Aug 18, 2026 7:20 AM

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NBA fans think ESPN ‘puppets’ were exposed after huge mistakes with Jeanie Buss and LA Clippershttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/nba-fans-think-espn-puppets-071100901.htmlMany NBA fans believe ESPN’s back-to-back blunders have led to their reputation taking a massive hit. Earlier in the day, ESPN reported on the Steve Ballmer – LA Clippers investigation surrounding Kawhi Leonard.Aug 18, 2026 7:11 AM
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Andoni Iraola has seen enough: He wants £30m midfielder gonehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/andoni-iraola-seen-enough-wants-070500471.htmlLiverpool have got several midfielders who are uncertain of their immediate futures. Fringe players like Harvey Elliott and Stefan Bajcetic could be set for the exit before the transfer window closes....Aug 18, 2026 7:05 AM

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California’s billionaires just poured $40 million into blocking a wealth tax that threatens to force them to pay 5% of their net worthhttps://fortune.com/2026/08/18/california-billionaires-chris-larsen-john-doerr-40-million-fresh-funds-building-a-better-california-proposition-40/Billionaires have amassed a nine-figure war chest to defeat Proposition 40 as polls show California voters are nearly split on the one-time tax.Aug 18, 2026 7:00 AM
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Na Na Na Na Na Na Na BATMAN!https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/na-na-na-na-na-070000004.htmlGoodbye Ahalkalakets, hello Batman! On Monday, top-ranked UFC Lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan revealed to Ariel Helwani that he’s officially changing his nickname to “Batman.” For years, Tsarukyan’s official nickname “Ahalkalakets,” a reference to his hometown, but fans have pushed for the change. Tsarukyan has been repeatedly called the Armenian Bruce Wayne/Armenian Batman online, a referen...Aug 18, 2026 7:00 AM

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How Bangladesh beat lure of white-ball riches to save its Testshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/bangladesh-beat-lure-white-ball-065600449.htmlBangladesh’s pace resources have now become the talk of the cricket town. They had shown their potential in demolishing Pakistan — both at home and away in last two years. The Test win in Darwin is the realisation of the talent and the immaculate process focusing on Test cricket put in place by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB).Aug 18, 2026 6:56 AM
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Revealed: Why Rodri chose Barcelona over Real Madrid despite receiving similar financial offershttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/revealed-why-rodri-chose-barcelona-064000363.htmlSpanish midfield star Rodri arrived in Barcelona yesterday after leaving Manchester City to undergo his medical and sign for the Catalan club.While Real Madrid appear to have moved on from the saga th...Aug 18, 2026 6:40 AM

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Barcelona ready to wait until deadline day for priority target; could also return in Januaryhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/barcelona-ready-wait-until-deadline-064000842.htmlBarcelona have no intention of abandoning their pursuit of Julian Alvarez, even if a deal proves impossible before the summer transfer window closes.According to Jota Jordi on El Chiringuito TV (h/t F...Aug 18, 2026 6:40 AM
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How Vitol Won Exclusive Fuel Deals to Dominate Africahttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-18/how-vitol-won-exclusive-fuel-deals-to-dominate-africa-videoExclusive agreements to supply fuel to at least five countries have put Vitol Group, the world’s largest commodity trader, in an unusually powerful position as the dominant supplier to southern and East Africa — a region that relies almost entirely on imports of fuel to keep cars, trucks, tractors and boats running. Bloomberg's Jack Farchy reports. (Source: Bloomberg)Aug 18, 2026 6:22 AM

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Coalition MPs cross floor over ‘weak’ gambling crackdown as major parties strike dealhttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/18/gambling-reforms-betting-ads-labor-coalition-strike-dealGambling sources question how an opt-out register would operate while Greens call Labor-Coalition agreement ‘cowardly’Two Coalition MPs have crossed the floor after a deal between the major parties to pass Labor’s new restrictions on betting advertising and inducements, which the MPs say are too “weak” and place “too much faith in the hands of the gambling companies”.Anthony Albanese and the commu...Aug 18, 2026 6:09 AM
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‘That’s Hustling Backwards’ — Cowboys Fans Get Vocal as Free Agency Rumors Link Dallas With Former Eagles CBhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/hustling-backwards-cowboys-fans-vocal-060414395.htmlThe Cowboys have several reasons to keep looking for help on the secondary, especially with a young group carrying significant responsibility. One veteran cornerback has now emerged as a name connected to Dallas.Aug 18, 2026 6:04 AM

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Isles of Scilly friendliest place in England, social division research findshttps://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/aug/18/isles-of-scilly-friendliest-place-in-england-social-division-research-findsAll local authority areas ranked, with two Devon districts in top five and Barking and Dagenham named least friendlyThe Isles of Scilly have been named as the friendliest place in England as part of a major study into social division across Britain.All 296 local authority areas have been ranked in a new index using government data from the community life survey, measuring how often people chat to ...Aug 18, 2026 6:00 AM
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Where fans think Newcastle United will finish next season compared to when asked 6 weeks agohttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/where-fans-think-newcastle-united-055941366.htmlThe question we were asking fans on Monday: Where do you now predict Newcastle United will finish in the 2026/27 Premier League season? Which place in the table do Newcastle United fans think their team will end up in, after the final round of matches on Sunday 30 May 2027? The last four league campaigns have seen Eddie Howe and his players finish the season in 4th, 7th, 5th and 12th places. No Eu...Aug 18, 2026 5:59 AM

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A dispute about fact vs. fiction at the trial over Tupac Shakur's 1996 killinghttps://www.npr.org/2026/08/18/g-s1-139061/tupac-shakur-killing-trialA prosecutor said that while few have been willing to speak about the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur, Duane "Keffe D" Davis is the "one person who has a hard time being silent."Aug 18, 2026 5:56 AM

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Palestinian American returns to his West Bank home, under siege by Israeli settlershttps://www.npr.org/2026/08/18/nx-s1-5936098/palestinian-american-return-west-bankThe Palestinian American whose home in the occupied West Bank has been besieged by Israeli settlers traveled to his property on Monday to join other family members who have been defending it.Aug 18, 2026 5:51 AM

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Xabi Alonso ready to giftwrap £73m Chelsea star for Liverpoolhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/xabi-alonso-ready-giftwrap-73m-053500597.htmlLiverpool have been struggling at right-back ever since Trent Alexander-Arnold left the club for Real Madrid. Richard Hughes offered Conor Bradley a contract extension - and added Jeremie Frimpong for...Aug 18, 2026 5:35 AM
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Carrick’s dilemma: Whitwell expects 15 G/A Man Utd star to lead the line against Hullhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/carrick-dilemma-whitwell-expects-15-052000084.htmlManchester United boss Michael Carrick will have to choose between Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo for the striker role against Hull City.The Red Devils will begin the new campaign with an away trip to...Aug 18, 2026 5:20 AM
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Biggest College Football Games of the Seasonhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/biggest-college-football-games-season-051716837.htmlFrom the best matchups to the ones that might determine the national title, these are the 26 games you have to mark on your calendar.Aug 18, 2026 5:17 AM