The Super El Niño Won’t Fix the West’s Water Crisis

“People have talked about the Colorado River crisis for decades—we’re now in it,” says one expert. “Everyone you talk to is like, ‘Shit, man.’”

Torrential rain floods New York City’s streets and subway

Torrential rainfall had led to flash flooding in parts of New York City.

Major YouTube creators are facing backlash for accepting AI money

Over the past few days, a number of prominent filmmaking content creators including Matti Haapoja and Sam "Kold" Kolder have posted videos of themselves demonst...

Best Early Tech Labor Day Sales I’d Shop Myself (2026): AirTags, Dyson, and More

From the best Dyson vacuum to the best wireless headphones and earbuds we’ve tested, you can get some great gadgets on sale already ahead of Labor Day.

Blue Eye Samurai’s second season will hit Netflix in January

“I choose revenge.” | Image: Netflix Good news for Blue Eye Samurai fans: Netflix has shared the first trailer and release timeline for the second season of the...

Swiatek into Cincinnati semis after Rybakina injury

Elena Rybakina's Cincinnati withdrawal raises concerns over the fitness of the world number two ahead of US Open.

Australia charges man for passing Ukrainian military intel to Russia

Police allege Australian-Russian citizen joined Ukrainian military seeking to send information to Russian intelligence.

Smuggling booms in Gaza — and Palestinians aren’t the ones profiting

An Associated Press (AP) investigation has revealed that the smuggling of goods into Gaza has skyrocketed since Israel began to restrict everything from basic n...

Sudan’s displacement crisis deepens as violence escalates

Sudan’s displacement crisis deepens as violence escalates

Bangladesh expect ‘harder’ Australia challenge in second Test, says coach

After a first Test win in Australia in the series opener, Bangladesh expect a backlash in second match in Mackay.

Tesla sunsets its Solar Roof tiles

Here’s Elon Musk showing off the Solar Roof plans back in 2016. | Image: Dieter Bohn / The Verge Tesla has discontinued Solar Roof, its solar panels designed to...

Israeli settlers set fire to Palestinian home while family asleep

Israeli settlers set fire to a Palestinian home while a mother and her children were sleeping inside.

Europe, Canada condemn Israeli plans for new West Bank settlement

The 'unacceptable' E1 plan carries 'legal and reputational consequences' for those participating, European nations warn.

Australian Hussey open to Ashes Test role as England make approach

Ex-Australia batter Hussey said he was informally approached by Stephen Flemming, England's new red-ball coach.

My cats hate each other, but this automatic feeder is helping

Over the course of nearly a decade, my husband and I have dutifully carried out a four-times-daily ritual of feeding a pair of lovely cat siblings who hate each...

Dr TikTok: Mental health moves from consulting rooms to social media

Social media fosters empathy and awareness, but cannot replace evidence-based treatment or formal psychological care.

Patreon is changing its algorithm to help smaller creators get discovered

Patreon is developing over 30 new and updated tools, but some of them might never fully roll out to users. | Image: Patreon Patreon has announced a number of ne...

My big, fat, technophobic cat

He hates weigh-in days. My cat Pablo is a voluptuous boy. His primordial pouch, originally thought to protect cats' squishy insides, hangs low and wobbles to an...

‘Very unusual’: UK Palestine activists could be sentenced as terrorists

Court to rule on whether five activists accused of vandalising a Barclays bank will face terrorism sentencing.

The Single English County Saying No to Palantir

The UK government is facing calls to cancel a sprawling health care contract with Palantir. The region of Greater Manchester insists it can do a better job itse...

Ruggable Discount Code: 30% Off Rugs | August 2026

Keep your floors pristine and your budget intact. Save up to 30% off machine-washable rugs, runners, mats, and pillows using Ruggable coupons plus our expert ad...

Dozens of migrants land on Spanish coast surprising beachgoers

Footage circulating on social media shows dozens of migrants arriving by boat on Spain’s southeastern coast.

Hong Kong Tiananmen activists found guilty of national security charges

Activist group says the 'twisted' Hong Kong judicial system had long ago decided that the pair were guilty.

Pakistan’s Imran Khan moved to hospital after Supreme Court order

Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan has been moved to a private hospital for medical treatment.

After GERD, can Egypt shape Ethiopia’s next Nile dams?

Three projects mark a new test for Egypt after it failed to prevent construction of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

Brazil launches AI supercomputer push while balancing US and Chinese tech

The government has announced investments of about 2.3 billion reais ($444.2m) to bolster its AI ecosystem.

Panama Canal to limit shipping ahead of extreme weather during El Nino

The El Nino weather phenomenon is expected to increase the likelihood of drought and excess heat across the region.

Antigovernment protesters take to Tunisia’s streets for second month

Tunisia has seen an uptick in protests as economic conditions in the country have deteriorated.

Taliban release two detained UN staff members in Afghanistan

The two men, detained in the western city of Herat on August 9, were released on Thursday morning.

Tesla, Uber, and Waymo all get the OK to operate thousands of robotaxis in Nevada

Together, these permits would allow up to 8,000 robotaxis to be deployed over the next 12 months.