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The Los Angeles Sparks announced that guard Kelsey Plum will miss at least four weeks due to a lower left leg injury. No exact return date has been given.
Debt settlement companies typically charge between 15% and 25% of either the total enrolled debt or the settled amount, depending on the firm. While the service can substantially reduce credit card balances, it carries risks including damage to your credit score. Consumers are advised to compare providers carefully and understand the fee structure before signing any agreement.
EV startup Slate has switched to lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells for its affordable electric pickup truck, reflecting major shifts in the U.S. battery market in recent years. LFP cells are cheaper and more durable than traditional NMC cells, though they offer slightly lower energy density. Slate's move signals how accessible LFP technology has become for budget-focused EV manufacturers.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation, raising questions about the future of key foreign and defence policies. Starmer was a strong advocate for Ukraine and a driving force behind efforts to forge a new EU–UK defence partnership. It remains unclear whether his successor will maintain the same level of commitment to these initiatives.
Ukrainian Deputy Economy Minister Oleksandr Tsybort declared in Gdańsk on Wednesday that Ukraine is already ready for European partnership and investment. Polish Deputy Minister of Digital Affairs Rafał Rosiński highlighted that Poland and Ukraine share common digital priorities, including strengthening cybersecurity.
France set a new heat record on Wednesday as extreme temperatures gripped Western Europe. Jean-Pascal van Ypersele, Professor of Climatology and former IPCC Vice Chair, told FRANCE 24 that "unfortunately in the coming years people will remember this episode as a cool period." The warning underscores scientific consensus that heatwaves of today will be considered mild compared to what is coming.
A TechRadar editor recommends two Amazon Prime Day purchases under £25 each that proved useful during the UK heatwave: a car sunshade to prevent the steering wheel and seats from overheating, and a personal fan. The editor notes that car sunshades are common in hotter climates but rarely used in England. Both items are available during the ongoing Amazon Prime Day sale.
Qatar midfielder Assim Madibo has been handed a five-match ban for a challenge that resulted in a broken leg for Canada's Ismael Kone. Football authorities reviewed the incident and imposed the suspension. The injury ruled Kone out of further competition.
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen said that trilateral Denmark–Greenland–US working group negotiations on Greenland's future could conclude by the end of 2026. Copenhagen is simultaneously boosting its military presence on the island, including deploying the first group of conscripts there. Greenland has become a major flashpoint in transatlantic relations in recent years.
Asteroid 1997NC1 will pass close to Earth on Saturday, posing no threat to the planet. The flyby is notable because asteroids of this size pass by Earth only once every few years, according to astronomers. Scientists are closely watching the event due to its rarity and scientific value.
Claressa Shields, the undisputed women's heavyweight champion, will drop three weight divisions to challenge unified middleweight champion Kaye Scott on August 15. The WBA and WBC middleweight titles will be on the line. It is a significant physical challenge for Shields, who must cut considerably to make the weight.
The Chicago Cubs have placed right-handed pitchers Ben Brown and Edward Cabrera on the 15-day injured list simultaneously. Brown joins Cabrera on the sideline, leaving the team short-handed in their pitching rotation. No return timelines were specified.
A board game adaptation of the original Halo game, titled "Halo: Campaign Evolved," has been announced for a 2026 release. The game will allow fans of Master Chief's first adventure to experience it in tabletop format. Further details about the publisher and gameplay mechanics have not yet been revealed.
France beat Iraq 3–0 in their second group stage match, with Kylian Mbappe netting twice. The game also featured a lighthearted moment involving the Real Madrid striker. France are firmly on course to advance from the group stage.
Almost every SteelSeries gaming headset is discounted during Amazon Prime Day, with deals spanning budget models to the premium Arctis Nova Elite. UK shoppers can take advantage of a significant price cut on the Arctis Nova Elite in particular. The discounts are available on Amazon for the duration of the Prime Day sale.
A three-year review has uncovered the biggest childbirth scandal in NHS history at Nottingham University Hospitals, finding that 444 women and 76 newborns suffered "potentially avoidable" harm or death. A "bullying and toxic culture" persisted for years, and senior leaders repeatedly ignored warnings about serious problems in maternity units. Staff routinely refused to admit women in labour despite the risks. The report has prompted calls for a public inquiry into maternity care across England.
Betard Sparta Wrocław announced a strategic partnership with English speedway club Ipswich Witches, acquiring a minority stake in the club. The move marks an unexpected international expansion by the Polish speedway giants. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed.
An unprecedented leaderless protest movement called the "Flamingo Revolution" has emerged in Albania against a $4 billion luxury resort project backed by Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner. The development would be built on protected Adriatic coastline on land purchased by Qatari contacts of the Kushners. Activists accuse the Albanian government of enabling the privatization of protected land due to its ties with the U.S. president's family.
Bitcoin fell below $60,000, hitting its lowest price since October 2024 as it enters its eighth month of a bear market. The drop came alongside a broader pullback in tech stocks. The decline underscores the continued weakness across cryptocurrency markets.
Pop singer-songwriter Audrey Hobert is hitting the road for her Staircase to Stardom tour following the critical success of her debut album "Who's the Clown?". The artist says she is "entirely" involved in shaping the tour's creative direction. Hobert also discussed the "devastating" tarot readings that influenced her debut record.
Thomann, Europe's largest musical instrument retailer, has taken legal action against guitar manufacturer Fender. The source provides no details about the nature of the lawsuit, the claims involved, or the amount sought. No further information is available from the published material.
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