Barcelona star admits Julián Alvarez ‘would fit in very well’https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/barcelona-star-admits-juli-n-220500645.htmlAtlético Madrid star Julián Alvarez has this week been assured that he would slot into the attacking ranks at Barcelona without a hitch. This comes ahead of one last incoming push on the part of th...
Aug 18, 2026 10:05 PM
ESPN isn't too kind to 49ers in future power rankingshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/espn-isnt-too-kind-49ers-220039040.htmlThe 49ers earned a middling ranking from a panel of ESPN analysts when it comes to the team's short-term future.
Aug 18, 2026 10:00 PM
How ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,’ ‘Fallout’ and ‘Spider-Noir’ Production Designers Built Out Their Worlds While Honoring the Source Materialhttps://variety.com/2026/artisans/features/knight-seven-kingdoms-fallout-spider-noir-production-designers-1236837481/This year, an unprecedented number of genre and fantasy shows broke into the Emmys race, including “Widow’s Bay,” “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,” “It: Welcome to Derry,” “Fallout,” “Spider-Noir” and “Alien: Earth,” which were all recognized across multiple below-the-line categories. Shows like “AKOTSK,” “Alien: Earth,” “It: Welcome to Derry” and “Fallout” already have an […]
Aug 18, 2026 9:57 PM
Bolivia arrests political adviser to Latin American right-wingershttps://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/18/bolivia-arrests-political-adviser-to-latin-american-right-wingers?traffic_source=rssArrest comes after attack on activist Nadia Beller, who says she was targeted for her opposition to corruption.
Aug 18, 2026 9:50 PM
Burnham launches ‘national drive’ to get rough sleepers off streets by Christmashttps://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/aug/18/burnham-national-drive-rough-sleepers-christmasPrime minister urges local leaders to act as homelessness campaigners welcome move but say more needs to be doneI won’t abandon anyone to sleep rough on our streets. That’s my £442m promiseAndy Burnham has urged local leaders to offer all rough sleepers in England a route off the streets by Christmas, as he pledges another £100m to end street homelessness.Arguing in the Guardian that rough sleepin...
Aug 18, 2026 9:30 PM
Why a Reunion Between the Two Rival TV Academies Is Long Overduehttps://variety.com/2026/tv/awards/television-academy-emmys-reunion-national-arts-sciences-1236837695/Last month’s news that the two rival TV academies are looking to reunite was welcome and overdue — but it won’t be as easy as flipping a switch. The Los Angeles-based Television Academy and the New York located National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences are run very differently, each having had 50 years to […]
Aug 18, 2026 9:15 PM
Israeli strike reported to kill at least six in Gaza Cityhttps://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/18/israeli-strike-reported-to-kill-at-least-six-in-gaza-city?traffic_source=rssThe strike comes as efforts to push an agreement aimed at ending hostilities remain stalled.
Aug 18, 2026 9:03 PM
Barcelona set fresh Julián Alvarez transfer deadlinehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/barcelona-set-fresh-juli-n-205000747.htmlThe board at Barcelona have put in place an updated timetable to secure the signing of key transfer target Julián Alvarez from La Liga rivals Atlético Madrid.This comes amid the understanding that ...
Aug 18, 2026 8:50 PM
'Brazen act of self-dealing': Democrats seek to block a Trump-linked crypto bankhttps://www.latimes.com/politics/story/2026-08-18/democrats-seek-to-block-trump-linked-crypto-bankThe Office of the Comptroller of the Currency granted conditional approval for the Trump family's World Liberty Trust Co. to become a bank handling cryptocurrency and digital assets.
Aug 18, 2026 8:43 PM
Bo Nix takes hits in a fiery Broncos practice as he nears return to game actionhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/bo-nix-takes-hits-fiery-203725289.htmlBo Nix didn't have to wait until Friday night against the Green Bay Packers to get a game-like feel as he takes his biggest step yet in his comeback from two ankle surgeries. The Denver Broncos quarterback got knocked around a bit in a spirited full-padded practice Tuesday. Nix got up off the ground and fired the football in the direction of Bonitto and Roach.
Aug 18, 2026 8:37 PM
MLB wild-card race: Looking at the strength of schedule and remaining opponents for each AL and NL contenderhttps://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/mlb-wild-card-race-looking-at-the-strength-of-schedule-and-remaining-opponents-for-each-al-and-nl-contender-203531053.htmlWith the wild-card field so crowded, strength of schedule becomes a major factor over the final six weeks of the regular season.
Aug 18, 2026 8:35 PM
Broncos predicted to face tricky $30M+ problem with star CB after 2026 seasonhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/broncos-predicted-face-tricky-30m-203516721.htmlThis prediction might become a bit of a problem for Denver next offseason.
Aug 18, 2026 8:35 PM
Australia politics live: NDIS reforms to pass parliament today after 63 amendments get Coalition on sidehttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/aug/19/australia-politcs-live-ndis-reform-coalition-labor-anthony-albanese-angus-taylor-mark-butler-david-pocock-question-time-tax-superannuation-ntwnfbBill passed Senate on Wednesday evening and is due back in lower house today. Follow today’s news liveFollow our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGood morning and welcome to our live news blog. I’m Martin Farrer with the top overnight stories and then it’ll be Krishani Dhanji with the main action.The government’s controversial NDIS bill will pass the lower house today after it we...
Aug 18, 2026 8:33 PM
AZ Snake Pit Reacts Survey: Who’s #1?https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/az-snake-pit-reacts-survey-203000608.htmlWelcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Diamondbacks fans and fans across the country. Since the break, the Diamondbacks’ rotation has been more than a run better than it was in the first half. Our starter’s ERA has dropped from […]
Aug 18, 2026 8:30 PM
Paul George Delivers Message Celtics Fans Needed To Hearhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/paul-george-delivers-message-celtics-202830120.htmlPaul George understands the enormous responsibility that comes with joining the Celtics after the franchise’s most controversial offseason move.
Aug 18, 2026 8:28 PM
Guernsey FC salvage point to keep unbeaten league recordhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/guernsey-fc-salvage-point-keep-202722942.htmlGuernsey FC maintain their unbeaten start to their league season as they twice come from a goal down to draw 2-2 at Crawley Down Gatwick.
Aug 18, 2026 8:27 PM
SteelSeries’ comfy wireless gaming headset is nearly half offhttps://www.theverge.com/gadgets/981611/steelseries-arctis-nova-3p-deal-saleThe Nova 3P in eye-catching cyan. | Image: SteelSeries
While many gaming headsets come with extra features, the tradeoff is that they’re often uncomfortable and heavy. A lightweight, affordable alternative that can connect to a bunch of platforms is available at Woot. The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3P in cyan is on sale for $59.99, a 45 percent discount from their usual $109.99 price. This headset,...
Aug 18, 2026 8:01 PM
Which Browns rookie had the most impressive preseason debut? Reacts Surveyhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/browns-rookie-had-most-impressive-200004809.htmlWelcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Browns fans and fans across the country. There wasn’t much to be happy about as a Cleveland Browns fan in the team’s 34-10 loss to begin the preseason this past Saturday. Much like […]
Aug 18, 2026 8:00 PM
Official: Getafe announce midfield signinghttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/official-getafe-announce-midfield-signing-200000209.htmlLa Liga outfit Getafe have this week announced a fresh addition to the club’s first-team ranks in the middle of the park. This comes amid confirmation of Francho Serrano putting pen to paper on term...
Aug 18, 2026 8:00 PM
Moses Lake's newest gym brings energy to the boxing communityhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/moses-lakes-newest-gym-brings-195100112.htmlAug. 18—"For the next generation, definitely want to build something that they can have and train with." Jordan Hamman, owner Hamman Boxing MOSES LAKE — The city of Moses Lake welcomed its newest fitness club Thursday afternoon with the grand opening of Hamman Boxing. Jordan Hamman, the owner of the gym said he is excited to get this new chapter in his life started. "It feels pretty awesome, ...
Aug 18, 2026 7:51 PM