Paramount Asks States to Shoulder Costs of Delaying Warner Bros. Deal
Paramount’s $111 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery has been postponed until the conclusion of a trial, scheduled for March.
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Trump threatens to bomb US ally Oman if it 'gets in the way' over Iran deal
The US and Oman have been working separately to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's busiest oil shipping routes.
Hayden Panettiere Discusses Addiction, Loss, Childhood Fame and Her Memoir
Her mother put her on TV at 11 months old. She lost custody of her own daughter. The “Nashville” star has a lot to reckon with in her new memoir.
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Trump says US to reduce military drills with South Korea after it stayed out of Iran war and more — today's temp signal.
Trump says US to reduce military drills with South Korea after it stayed out of Iran war
Trump cites his "very good relationship" with North Korea's leader in deciding to downsize the exercises.
China Wants Its Data to Power the World’s A.I.
China is exporting more than A.I. models. It wants its data to influence the world’s chatbots, raising fears that Beijing’s narratives will spread with the technology.
Rain on way for UK with temperatures to drop to overnight lows of 3C in some places
After and exceptional summer of heatwaves and drought, the weather will turn wetter and cooler this week, as Simon King explains
What has been the impact of new owners on The Hundred?
BBC Sport looks at the impact new owners have had on The Hundred as the first season since private stakes were sold in teams ends.
Watch moment police arrest wanted man while he slept on roof
Two police officers suffered minor injuries during the incident, Greater Manchester Police say.
Coventry agree deal for Forest striker Awoniyi
Coventry City agree a deal worth about £17m for Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi.
Temp News Today — August 16, 2026
How a Ukrainian Bank Worker Came to Face Life in a Russian Prison and more — today's temp signal.
How a Ukrainian Bank Worker Came to Face Life in a Russian Prison
Artem Murdid, his mother and his girlfriend are accused of terrorism. They say they did nothing wrong.
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Rain on way for UK with temperatures to drop to overnight lows of 3C in some places
After an exceptional summer of heatwaves and drought, the weather will turn wetter and cooler this week, as Simon King explains
Paramount Asks States to Shoulder Costs of Delaying Warner Bros. Deal
Paramount’s $111 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery has been postponed until the conclusion of a trial, a delay the studio says could cost it millions of dollars.
Jason Arday's family 'still coming to terms' with his death as vigil held
Jason Arday's family spoke of the "public cruelty" the academic faced before his death last week.
How One Woman With a Very Rare Disease Secured a Clinical Trial
Through sheer determination, Neena Nizar has become the first patient in a clinical trial testing a treatment for her disease — one so rare it affects just 30 people worldwide.
Rodri lands in Barcelona to complete 'dream' move
Spain midfielder Rodri says it is his "dream" to play for Barcelona as he arrives in the city to complete his move from Manchester City.
As Iran Truce Expires and Options Shrivel, Trump Lashes Out
President Trump took aim at Oman, a U.S. ally that has been mediating the talks, as efforts to end a war he started have faltered.
Mangione’s State Trial Is Delayed as His Lawyers Seek Dismissal
The delay comes after Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty in federal court on Friday to stalking that led to the death of Brian Thompson, a health care executive.
Does Reform's plan to cut £50bn in welfare spending add up?
BBC Verify breaks down what the party says it wants to do to cut the benefits bill - and how realistic it is.
‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Lenders Pitch Loans for Needs Like Electricity and Rent
The rapid growth of pay-later loans raises questions about whether their popularity is driven by consumer preference or desperation.
Fifa executive leaves job three weeks after speaking out against Infantino plan
A senior Fifa figure leaves football's world governing body three weeks after criticising its president Gianni Infantino.
Top Fifa official leaves after Infantino plan criticism
A senior Fifa figure leaves football's world governing body three weeks after criticising its president Gianni Infantino.
AI Slop Is Everywhere. Spotify, LinkedIn and Others Have Had Enough.
Spotify, LinkedIn and others are trying to dig out of a digital sewage heap full of low-quality content made with artificial intelligence.
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