Gianni Infantino Ignores Concacaf President Plea As FIFA Power Crisis Continues FIFA president Gianni Infantino continues to steal headlines as FIFA’s power struggle added another chapter. Sports Illustrated · Aug 23
"It was dark and cool, really different. Beth Gibbons was one of my greatest vocal and musical inspirations." The story behind Portishead's Dummy, the album that change everything for Evanescence's Amy Lee When Portishead released their debut album Dummy on August 22, 1994, it sounded like a transmission from the future. For Evanescence's Amy Lee, it was life-changing Louder · Aug 22
Second polling firm admits to fabricating data after fake survey rocks LA mayor’s race Pollster TPSI admits it changed responses from voters supporting Jay Collins to indicate greater support for James Fishback The Independent UK · Aug 20
Virgin Australia removed a wheelchair user because his mobility device would not fit under his seat; airline later admitted the device had been incorrectly assessed Virgin Australia has issued an apology to Shane Hryhorec after he was removed from a flight due to a misunderstanding regarding the safety of his wheelchair's power add-on motor. Despite Hryhorec's explanation that the device easily detaches, airline staff insisted on his removal. This incident unveils the need for improved… The Times of India · Aug 20
British Gas customer claimed £300 for solar power but received £38,611.59 by mistake; she spent seven weeks trying to give it back A British Gas customer experienced an astonishing seven-week ordeal due to a clerical error resulting in a £38,000 overpayment. The lack of clear recovery procedures from customer service compounded the issue. Similarly, another homeowner faced bizarre phantom gas bills lingering for months after the removal of their meter. These situations… The Times of India · Aug 18
Wildfires came within metres of rescued orangutans in Indonesia; staff fought the blaze into the night and moved 60 animals to safer enclosures Orangutans rescued from wildlife traffickers face a new threat from the record number of fires that have broken out in Indonesia in recent weeks. According to a report by The Guardian, flames have come within metres of an animal rehabilitation centre in West Kalimantan as hot, dry and windy conditions… The Times of India · Aug 17
Belgian student Kobe thought he had found €1 coins while digging a sewer; the hidden stash turned out to be gold worth about €9 million For a student with a summer job working on a Belgian building site, “money down the drain” has taken on a whole new meaning. Excavating the trenches for a sewage system, 18-year-old Kobe stumbled across a hidden trove of gold worth an estimated €9 million (£8 million). According to a… The Times of India · Aug 17
Farmer quit intensive wheat farming nearly 40 years ago in protest, then nature took over & turned his 377-acre land into wildlife haven Nearly 40 years ago, an English farmer made the decision to stop intensive wheat farming, paving the way for the Strawberry Hill nature reserve. This 377-acre sanctuary has now achieved permanent protection thanks to a successful fundraising drive. The former farmland is flourishing with wildlife, including endangered species like nightingales… The Economic Times · Aug 17
In 1988, an English farmer stopped cultivating his entire 377-acre wheat farm; 35 years later, it became one of central England’s biggest refuges for scrub, woodland and rare wildlife An abandoned wheat farm in England has been transformed into a thriving nature reserve after decades of neglect. Following a dedicated public campaign, £1.5 million was raised to acquire the land, ensuring its protection for future generations. This 377-acre area now boasts a rich variety of wildlife, including numerous endangered… The Times of India · Aug 16
13 Actors Who Had One Major Hit And Then Vanished From Hollywood, Here’s Why These 13 actors had Hollywood at their feet. Find out why they vanished, and what happened to them next. Bored Panda · Aug 14
‘I’m going to start a revolution’: Virginia coffee drinker crashes out over change in International Delight creamer and what he says it actually means “People are starting to notice capitalism is ruining everything." We Got This Covered · Aug 14
US sailors trying to jump overboard amid extended Middle East deployment: Report Sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have reportedly attempted to jump overboard amid mounting mental health concerns and an extended Middle East deployment, with military families and US lawmakers warning that conditions aboard the aircraft carrier are reaching a breaking point. The Times of India · Aug 12
Trump’s team has canceled over 175,000 visas for foreigners since returning to office The State Department said they were canceled because visa holders committed crimes, abused the immigration system and celebrated the death of Charlie Kirk, among other reasons The Independent UK · Aug 11
$580 million undersea cable rerouted to avoid the grave of Dobby the House Elf — company caves to fan demands to safeguard Harry Potter filming location, will instead pass by Bronze Age burial site The Greenlink Connector project, which will connect the grid of Ireland and Wales, had to reroute its path after Harry Potter fans complained that it would 'desecrate' the 'grave' of beloved character Dobby. The change of plans brought the undersea cable close to a few Bronze Age remains but allowed… Tom’s Hardware · Aug 11
The Independent UK · Aug 10 British pensioner facing deportation from Sweden after 21 years under Brexit rules Retired nurse Joyce Thomas says she is facing an ‘unbearable limbo’ after initially being given just weeks to leave the country she calls home
Euronews · Aug 10 The Jason Arday controversy: Explaining the University of Cambridge scandal rocking British academia A high-profile plagiarism row has led to one of the biggest academic scandals in the UK's history. It centers on Professor Jason Arday, the new poster boy in an ongoing culture war centered around "wokeness" and DEI. His controversial memoir is set to published later this month.
International Business Times UK · Aug 9 ICE Reportedly Force-Fed Hunger-Striking Detainee for Months in Case Doctor Calls 'Torture' Court records reveal how an Afghan hunger striker was repeatedly force-fed in ICE custody for nearly six months as a doctor condemned the practice as 'torture'.
The Times of India · Aug 8 Greenland issues ‘strong warning’ as Trump-linked US oil firm pushes ahead with Arctic drilling A US oil firm has moved equipment to Greenland without local approval. This action occurs while President Trump seeks greater US influence over the territory. Greenland's government issued a strong warning regarding the unauthorized logistical operation. The company plans to drill for oil, which faces environmental and political questions. The…
MusicRadar · Aug 8 “It’s a strange little song - even for a ska song. It has a different kind of rhythm”: We chat with The Selecter’s Pauline Black about their breakthrough 1979 single Pauline Black speaks to us about the origins of the Selecter, and how the group’s upbeat debut single ironically gained traction amongst the very DJs it was criticising
The Independent UK · Aug 7 Jason Arday claimed publisher offered ‘1.4 million’ for ‘unforgettable’ memoir As it stands, Simon & Schuster will go ahead with the August publication of the Cambridge academic's book, despite Arday facing separate accusations of plagiarism
Bored Panda · Aug 7 57 Candid Moments That Stood Out At The Pure Street Photography Awards 2026 The Pure Street Photography Awards 2026 brought together 1,582 photographs from photographers across 50 countries, celebrating the spontaneous moments that make everyday life so compelling. This year’s winners were selected by Fiona Shields, Head of Photography at The Guardian, and acclaimed street photographer Rui Palha. Alongside eight winning photographers, 158…
The Times of India · Aug 7 On New Year’s Day 2000, Scottish volunteers planted 100 trees in an almost treeless valley; today, more than 750,000 native trees and shrubs cover its slopes In an inspiring initiative, a Scottish valley commenced its rejuvenation with the planting of 100 saplings on millennium day. Today, that effort has flourished into a vibrant ecosystem, boasting over 750,000 native plants that sustain diverse wildlife. This project exemplifies how community-led ecological restoration can revive even the most compromised…
The Independent UK · Aug 6 Jason Arday: The ‘superstar’ Cambridge professor dramatically undone by plagiarism row The professor, who rapidly rose through the academic ranks after a difficult start to life, resigned from his post at the University of Cambridge on Wednesday
Louder · Aug 5 The Cure's video director Tim Pope reveals how working with disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein on cult gothic horror film The Crow: City of Angels scarred him for life "I poured everything into that film and ended up with something I loathed"
The Economic Times · Aug 5 Darshan Magdum's US visa approved following months-long wait after Boy Throb proved it was a real band Indian vocalist Darshan Magdum has secured a US O-1 visa after a months-long process in which his viral band, Boy Throb, had to prove to US immigration authorities that it was a legitimate music group. The band's online campaign, Zoom performances and additional documentation helped support the application, allowing Magdum…