The debate around Sophie Cunningham’s comments on transgender athletes in women’s sports has now reached one of the highest offices in the United States. Weeks after the Indiana Fever guard’s views on the issue divided the fanbase in two, US Vice President JD Vance has now publicly voiced his support for her cause. During a […]The post “Keep Speaking Your Mind”: Vice President JD Vance Voices Support for Sophie Cunningham Over Her Stance on Trans Athletes appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/wnba-basketball-news-keep-speaking-your-mind-vice-president-jd-vance-voices-support-for-sophie-cunningham-over-her-stance-on-trans-athletes/

Dalkeith and Cottesloe are home to most of Perth’s expensive streets, but the top of the list is in Peppermint Grove where homes are almost $10 million.

https://www.theage.com.au/property/news/perth-s-most-expensive-streets-are-they-in-your-suburb-20260806-p60m0p.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

The AFL Players’ Association has condemned the deal, which involved an unnamed player signing an agreement that acknowledged his elevated risk of concussion.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/revealed-the-afl-club-that-signed-secret-concussion-deal-with-at-risk-player-20260806-p60lvy.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

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The first Aboriginal woman to represent Australia in Olympic boxing has told a federal racism inquiry she was threatened with "repercussions" if she carried the Aboriginal flag at an Olympic Games qualifier.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-06/racism-inquiry-concludes-in-melbourne/106998486

These are the kitchen heroes you’ll wonder how you ever lived without.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/kitchen-gamechangers-that-are-worth-the-bench-space-20260806-p60lxx.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

Brodie Holt suffered permanent brain damage after an arrest outside a Traralgon hotel, with his lawyer saying the case raises broader concerns about alleged police misconduct in Gippsland.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/victoria/we-re-hog-tying-gippsland-police-accused-of-repeat-misconduct-after-one-victim-suffers-brain-damage-20260724-p60i8t.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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A Redditor paid just $3.50 for a working RTX 3050 at a thrift store, while retailers are still charging over $200 for the exact same GPU.Continue reading at TweakTown

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Three decades before Pauline Hanson went Trumpian and banned media organisations from her press conferences, her relationship with journalists was much closer.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/politics/federal/long-before-her-media-bans-pauline-held-a-sleepover-for-journalists-20260805-p60llb.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Undisputed boxing champion Cherneka Johnson says she doesn't get the recognition in Australia that a fighter like Tim Tszyu does.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/champ-admits-aussie-recognition-is-lacking-20260806-p60lz1.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Scottish pirate metal pioneers Alestorm and Finnish heavy metal giants Battle Beast are heading to Leeds in January

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/whats-on/alestorm-battle-beast-leeds-o2-academy-tickets-january-2027-8840452

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Mass Transit has the potential to accelerate economic growth

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/news/traffic-and-travel/how-mass-transit-could-help-close-west-yorkshire-productivity-gap-8841163

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Scarborough Southwest has been vacant since February when Doly Begum, who held the riding provincially for the NDP, resigned to successfully run for the federal Liberals there.

https://globalnews.ca/news/12009999/ford-ontario-byelections-september/

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Amazon is investigating an incident after a Florida man shared doorbell camera footage of a delivery driver unceremoniously tossing a box onto his porch.

https://nypost.com/2026/08/05/lifestyle/video-shows-amazon-delivery-driver-hurling-box-onto-porch/

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CHICAGO –– In the days leading up to Monday’s deadline, the Dodgers’ front office was believed to be discussing potential trades for Eric Lauer and Alex Call. Behind the scenes, however, conversations were had with the two players themselves, as well. Ever since arriving via Toronto by trade, Eric Lauer has been perfect for the...

https://nypost.com/2026/08/05/sports/alex-call-eric-lauer-grateful-to-still-be-with-dodgers/

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Dr. Anthony Fauci’s lawyer is not letting Aaron Rodgers’ COVID-19 rant go unanswered. During Monday’s “The Pat McAfee Show,” Rodgers attacked Dr. Fauci for being an “absolute criminal” and “absolute coward.” Rodgers also brought up a conspiracy theory that Fauci’s wife’s sister is Ghislaine Maxwell, a convicted child sex trafficker. Dr. Anthony Fauci’s attorney, David...

https://nypost.com/2026/08/05/sports/anthony-faucis-lawyer-responds-to-aaron-rodgers-he-should-stick-to-football/

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Nakon haosa koji je izbio između Maje Marinković i Asmina Durdžića, Radomir Marinković Taki prvi put je javno progovorio o čitavoj situaciji.

https://www.telegraf.rs/jetset/rijaliti/4372902-mustafa-je-zaljubljen-u-staniju-taki-najavio-ulazak-u-elitu-10-obracunacu-se-sa-filipom-carem

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Two of PC Andrew Harper's killers are set to be included in the government's early release scheme, which begins in October.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx2v5kj9zzko?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

The four men were found with stab wounds in the popular tourist area and a 47-year-old woman has been arrested.

https://www.theage.com.au/world/europe/multiple-people-stabbed-in-london-s-covent-garden-20260805-p60ltl.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Joshua Bonehill-Paine said Kemi Badenoch had offered him an alternative role as an adviser ‘on how young men become radicalised’

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/joshua-bonehill-paine-conservatives-neonazi-local-elections-b3028098.html

In a recent interview, James Cameron said he's currently planning the "last act" of his career and implied that Avatar may not be in it.

https://www.polygon.com/james-cameron-moving-on-from-avatar-next-project/

#Polygon

Hug Rug promises luxury looks with practical, machine-washable convenience. We lived with its English Garden Eco-Washable Rug for three weeks to see if it justifies its premium price tag.

https://www.dewsburyreporter.co.uk/recommended/hug-rug-english-garden-review-washable-rug-pets-cottage-8835472

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Palantir stock has struggled for months, but the company may have just given investors some hope again. Shares of Palantir surged 29.45% on Aug. 4, the trading day after Palantir reported second-quarter results that topped Wall Street's expectations. The company posted adjusted earnings of 41 cents ...

https://www.thestreet.com/investing/stocks/veteran-analyst-rethinks-palantir-stock-after-earnings-pltr

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A team of volunteers from North West-based housebuilder, Wain Homes, spent a day sprucing up the outdoor areas of Derian House Children’s Hospice in Chorley.

https://www.lep.co.uk/your-world/housebuilder-swaps-plans-for-paintbrushes-at-derian-house-hospice-8840197

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The Charity Ball will take place on Friday 31 October at the Earl of Doncaster Hotel

https://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/community-invited-to-support-doncasters-bluebird-cares-ps10000-fundraising-appeal-for-local-hospitals-8840521

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National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has presented new Licence Certificates to insurance companies that successfully met theThe post NAICOM issues new licences to insurance companies appeared first on Tribune Online.

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The first fire crew to attend a blaze in Crawley which devastated four houses and damaged six others took 18 minutes to arrive, West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service has said.

https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/emergency-incident/this-is-how-long-it-took-the-first-fire-crew-to-attend-devastating-blaze-in-crawley-that-affected-10-properties-former-firefighter-highlights-inadequate-resources-8840162

#eastbourneherald

The player only realised he binned the life-changing ticket after family told him the numbers he played for years had been drawn.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c62qvll0z94o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

#BBC

The director of a factory supplying drones to the Russian military was badly wounded when his car exploded, news reports said Wednesday.

https://globalnews.ca/news/12009767/russian-drone-director-car-explosion/

#globalmontreal

Does the ZenBook A14 finally make ARM-powered Windows laptops a serious mainstream choice?

https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/specials/technophile/asus-zenbook-a14-review-a-battery-champion-with-performance-to-match/article71309041.ece

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has called on the government to explain how it intends to finance the temporary GH cent;2-per-litre reduction in the regulatory margin on diesel announced by President John Dramani Mahama.

https://www.modernghana.com/news/1516664/npp-demands-answers-on-funding-for-mahamas-gh2.html

#modernghana

A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) National Communications Team, Julius Kwame Anthony, has called for a united national response to Ghana 39;s worsening road accident situation. His comments come amid renewed public debate over road safety following recent fatal accidents, including the tragic crash at Birimso Bridge on the Accr .

https://www.modernghana.com/news/1516668/road-crashes-demand-collective-action-not-politi.html

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Firefighters from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) have contained a commercial fire outbreak at Oppong Valley Station in Bogoso in the Western Region, preventing the blaze from spreading to nearby shops.

https://www.modernghana.com/news/1516643/fire-guts-five-shops-in-prestea-gnfs-saves-eight.html

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The drone was found in the cargo area near a Ukrainian aircraft before another suspected object collided with a cargo aircraft in mid-air.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cyvlg4q48l3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

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Rother Valley County Park has announced an exciting addition which is expected to bring in lots of visitors

https://www.thestar.co.uk/whats-on/a-fun-way-to-get-around-new-addition-to-popular-park-announced-8840302

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See the latest news from Your World at https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world

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See the latest news from Your World at https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world

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Police swarmed Perez Hilton’s Miami home after he livestreamed a disturbing self-harm video, surveillance footage shows.

https://pagesix.com/2026/08/05/celebrity-news/footage-shows-swarm-of-cop-cars-at-perez-hiltons-miami-home-after-livestreaming-apparent-self-harming-video/

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For years now JAŸ-Z and Beyonce´ have established themselves as music artists who basically never collaborate with anyone outside their happy marriage but when they finally do best believe 9 times out of 10 it’s going to be with each other. In the wee hours of Wednesday morning (Aug. 5), Beyonce´ released the remix to […]

https://hiphopwired.com/3061345/jay-z-returns-with-some-new-work-on-beyonces-morning-dew-donk-remix/

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The University of Leeds has joined forces with professional services firm Grant Thornton UK, to create a degree programme where students will combine academic study with paid work experience.

https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/business/university-of-leeds-joins-forces-with-grant-thornton-uk-on-new-degree-programme-8839912

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The Emmy-winning broadcast journalist, who has been with PIX11 since 1992, will anchor her final show on Aug. 30, the station announced.

https://nypost.com/2026/08/05/us-news/iconic-ny-pix11-news-anchor-kaity-tong-announces-retirement/