Former Cambridge Professor Jason Arday Found Dead Following Plagiarism Investigation
Jason Arday, a former Cambridge professor, was found dead in south London following a resignation linked to plagiarism allegations. The Metropolitan Police repo
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50 articlesBasketball Debate: Top Players Exclude Michael Jordan
A player referred to as the 'Splash Brother' has faced backlash for omitting Michael Jordan from his list of top five basketball players. The debate over who is
18-Year-Old Man Pleads Guilty to Assaulting Sea Lion in California
An 18-year-old man has pleaded guilty to federal charges for assaulting a sea lion at La Jolla Cove in San Diego. The plea occurred on August 14, 2026, followin
Magnitude 7.7 Earthquake Strikes Off Coast of Flores Island, Tsunami Warning Issued
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake occurred off the coast of Flores Island in Indonesia, leading to a tsunami warning. The event was accompanied by at least two aftersh
Mary Peltola Declines Endorsement from Kamala Harris in Alaska Senate Race
Mary Peltola has rejected the endorsement of former Vice President Kamala Harris as she campaigns against Senator Dan Sullivan in the Alaska Senate race. Peltol
California Teen Pleads Guilty to Kicking Sea Lion, Faces Prison Time
Tyler Muehl, an 18-year-old from La Jolla, California, pleaded guilty to kicking a sea lion, violating the Marine Mammal Protection Act. The incident, which was
South Florida Venue Cancels Rally Featuring Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib
A rally featuring Representative Rashida Tlaib in South Florida was canceled. Tlaib has faced criticism and a congressional censure for her support of a pro-Pal
South Florida Venue Cancels Rally Featuring Representative Rashida Tlaib
A rally featuring Representative Rashida Tlaib in South Florida has been canceled. Tlaib has been criticized for her support of a pro-Palestinian slogan that ha
Army Suspends Apache Helicopter Training Following Texas Crash
The Army has halted Apache helicopter training missions after a crash in Texas on Wednesday. An investigation is underway, led by a safety team from the Army Co
Six Dead, One Wounded in Mass Shooting in Missaukee County, Michigan
On August 14, 2026, a mass shooting in Missaukee County, Michigan, left six people dead, including the suspected gunman. One person is in critical condition at
Two Goats Enter TriMet Bus in Portland
Two goats were seen entering a TriMet bus in Portland, Oregon, as per security camera footage. Passengers on the bus helped to remove the goats, who have since
Delta flight diverted to London due to lavatory issue, passengers rerouted to New York
A Delta Air Lines flight from Paris to Seattle was diverted to London on August 13 due to a mechanical issue with a lavatory. After repairs, passengers were rer
British Sociologist Jason Arday Found Dead at 41 After Resignation from Cambridge
Jason Arday, a British sociologist and the youngest Black professor at Cambridge, was found dead at the age of 41. His death occurred shortly after he resigned
Federal Judge Lifts Stay on Temporary Protected Status for Somali Immigrants
A federal judge has lifted a stay protecting Somali immigrants with temporary protected status, enabling the Trump administration to end their protections. This
Reagan National Airport Installs New Radar System After 2025 Midair Collision
Following a deadly midair collision in January 2025, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport has implemented a new radar system to enhance air traffic safety.
Reagan National Airport Installs New Radar System After 2025 Midair Collision
Reagan National Airport has implemented a new radar system to improve safety following a deadly midair collision in January 2025 that killed 67 people. The Surf
Karl Rove Criticizes Trump on Economic Claims
Karl Rove criticized President Trump's assertions about the U.S. economy during an interview on Fox News. Rove highlighted the disconnect between Trump's claims
Trump campaigns in New York suburbs, revealing challenges for the Republican Party
Donald Trump campaigned in New York suburbs to rally his supporters. Despite this effort, he remains unpopular in several swing areas, presenting difficulties f
USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier deployed to Middle East amid reported issues
The USS Abraham Lincoln is being deployed to the Middle East after issues were reported on board. The carrier has been supporting U.S. military efforts against
FDA Classifies Egg Recall as Class I Due to Health Risks
Midwest Poultry Services has recalled 19 million eggs as a precautionary measure, which the FDA has classified as a Class I recall due to significant health ris
Lebanon's Prime Minister Calls for Timetable for Israeli Withdrawal Amid Hezbollah Criticism
Lebanon's Prime Minister is advocating for a timetable for the withdrawal of Israeli forces. Hezbollah has responded by criticizing the government's stance, cla
Houthi missiles strike al-Makha port in Yemen, resulting in four fatalities
Six ballistic missiles fired by Houthi forces hit the government-held al-Makha port in Yemen on August 14, 2026. The attack led to the deaths of at least four p
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson
Luigi Mangione has pleaded guilty to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, admitting to stalking and shooting him in 2024. He faces a potential lif
Trump addresses concerns regarding USS Abraham Lincoln deployment conditions
Concerns have been reported regarding the conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed at sea since November 2025. The ship's deployment durat
Eman Abdelhadi Commemorates October 7 Attacks with Blessing Video
Eman Abdelhadi, the half sister of Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, shared a video on Instagram marking the one-year anniversary of the Hamas attacks.
Eman Abdelhadi Commemorates October 7 Anniversary with Video Message
Eman Abdelhadi, the half-sister of Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, posted a video on Instagram on October 7, 2024, commemorating the anniversary of th
Air traffic controller prevents incident involving two planes with the same flight number
An air traffic controller in Phoenix successfully averted a potential incident on August 14, 2026, by recognizing that two American Airlines jets were operating
Heat Wave Sets Records in Europe; Flooding in Japan; Tropical Storm Lala Approaches Hawaii
A heat wave is breaking records across Europe, while Japan experiences flooding due to heavy rainfall. Hawaii is bracing for Tropical Storm Lala, and Italian au
BBC Seeks Subpoenas for Trump Family in Defamation Case
The BBC is seeking court permission to subpoena President Donald Trump's family members in connection with a defamation lawsuit stemming from a documentary abou
Six Dead in Multi-Scene Shooting in Missaukee County, Michigan
A multi-scene shooting in Missaukee County, Michigan, has resulted in the deaths of six people, including the suspected gunman, Chad Hickman. The Michigan State
Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo reaches over 4,600 confirmed cases
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 4,600 confirmed cases and resulted in at least 2,100 deaths. The current death toll has inc
Yemen's government reports Houthi attack on al-Makha results in four fatalities
Yemen's government has stated that a Houthi attack in al-Makha has led to the deaths of at least four people. The situation reflects increasing tensions between
PayPal in Negotiations for Potential Sale to Stripe and Advent
PayPal is reportedly negotiating a potential sale to Stripe and Advent. The discussions are part of the new CEO's efforts to enhance the company's operations.
Senate Launches Investigation into Safety Issues on Roblox
A bipartisan investigation has been launched by Senators Josh Hawley and Dick Durbin into the gaming platform Roblox. The inquiry focuses on issues related to e
Senate panel investigates safety issues related to online game Roblox
A bipartisan investigation into Roblox has been launched by Senators Josh Hawley and Dick Durbin, focusing on concerns about explicit content and its potential
FBI Reports Significant Decrease in Violent Crime Rates for 2025
The FBI's annual crime report for 2025 indicates a significant reduction in violent crime rates in the U.S., with the murder rate at a 20-year low and various o
FBI Reports Significant Decrease in Violent Crime Rates for 2025
The FBI's recent report shows a record decrease in violent crime rates for 2025, with a 9.3% decline in overall violent crime and an 18.1% drop in murders. Whil
Attorney General Todd Blanche speaks at political rally, praises GOP candidate
U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche praised Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman during a political rally in Garden City, New York, on August 14. Hi
Trump Comments on USS Lincoln's Deployment Amid Concerns
President Trump commented on the USS Abraham Lincoln's lengthy deployment, stating it is 'not nearly long enough' despite concerns over sailors' mental health a
DOJ Grants Military Expanded Authority to Detain Migrants
The U.S. Justice Department has issued a legal opinion expanding the military's authority to detain migrants accused of trespassing in designated National Defen
Luigi Mangione Pleads Guilty to Stalking Charges in Murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges related to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. He admitted to shooting Thompson in Dece
Governor DeSantis Declines to Support Rep. Mills in Florida Primary
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced on August 14, 2026, that he will not endorse Rep. Cory Mills in the upcoming primary for Florida's 7th Congressional Dis
Trump Comforts Family of 12-Year-Old Shooting Victim During Speech
President Donald Trump interrupted his speech at the Nassau County Police Academy to comfort the family of Jacob Freytes, a 12-year-old boy killed by a stray bu
Woman Reports Unnecessary Organ Removal Before Endometriosis Diagnosis
Amber Williams, a 35-year-old from Mitcham, London, reported that she had two organs removed during her 15-year struggle to diagnose her severe pain, which was
Donald Trump announces plans for Hormuz Strait to become US territory
Donald Trump announced that he plans to declare the Hormuz Strait as US territory after Iran is defeated. He also indicated that Americans should expect higher
Trump comments on USS Abraham Lincoln sailors' deployment duration
President Trump commented on the nearly nine-month deployment of sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, stating it is 'not nearly long enough.' His remarks com
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner Subpoenaed in Defamation Lawsuit Against BBC
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner are being subpoenaed to testify in Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC over a documentary related to th
Trump requests Supreme Court approval for White House ballroom construction
President Trump has requested the Supreme Court to allow the continuation of the $400 million construction project for a White House ballroom. The Justice Depar
Stephen A. Smith praises Byron Donalds, suggests he could change his political affiliation
Stephen A. Smith praised Representative Byron Donalds, suggesting he could influence Smith's political views. Smith's comments come ahead of Florida's gubernato
Appeals Court Revives DOJ Subpoena for QueerDoc Records
A federal appeals court has reinstated the Justice Department's subpoena for records from QueerDoc, a telehealth provider for transgender procedures for childre