Angel Reese beats Caitlin Clark to WNBA Player of the Week honours alongside A’ja Wilson
Angel Reese just had one of the best weeks of her WNBA career, and has been rewarded for it after being named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week. Ange...
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Portage County high school sports recaps for the week of August 24-30
Check out our Portage County high school golf, soccer, tennis and volleyball scores and recaps for the week of August 24, 2026.
Man United’s Fernandes, City’s Shaw named PFA Players of the Year
Fernandes rewarded for an outstanding season with a record number of assists in the league; Shaw builds on league win and Golden Boot.
How Borussia Dortmund are trying to recreate the exciting BVB of the past as they rebuild with youth under Niko Kovac
Ahead of the return of the Bundesliga, Adam Bate visits Borussia Dortmund to speak to head coach Niko Kovac as well as players and executives to find out how the perennial challengers to Bayern Munich are returning to first principles in an attempt to win again...
“Beginning of the End”: Fans React as SEC Statement Clears Eligibility Rules Amid Dae’Quan Wright’s Return
The SEC has laid down a huge marker when it comes to the eligibility of players returning to college, finally putting out a statement that seemingly makes it...
Persona 4 Revival: The Good and the Bad of Our First Hands-On – Gamescom 2026
In the pantheon of the Persona series, its fourth entry is held in high regard, and time will tell if Persona 4 Revival will prove to be the best of the bunch. The little bit I got to see is at least making it a pretty strong contender for that award, and it still very much feels like Persona 4. But anyone who has played it before knows it’s a very long game, so we will have to wait and see whether it's worth tuning in for or changing the channel.
2026 NFL Kickoff: Everything to know for the upcoming season
NFL Kickoff Guide, powered by NBC Sports breaks down the most important stats, storylines and changes to know for all 32 teams heading into the 2026 season.
In 1998, Israel closed the Hiriya landfill after decades of waste had formed a 60-metre mound; years later, methane wells, trees and trails helped transform the site into the centrepiece of a 2,000-acre park
Rest of World News: Discover how the former Hiriya landfill in Israel evolved into the lush Ariel Sharon Park, a prime example of urban reclamation and sustainable design, transforming environmental hazards into a thriving green space.
Emitting only water vapour, Indiaâs 2,400-kW hydrogen train is the worldâs most powerful; within days of launch it travels 6,00 km and reduces carbon dioxide emissions by 36,444 kg
India Business News: Indiaâs first hydrogen-powered train, flagged off last month by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is achieving new milestones every day. According to the .
In 1917, the Crane family bought the first piece of Choate Island; decades later, the island entered the Crane Wildlife Refuge under the Trustees in 1974
US News: Explore the fascinating transformation of Choate Island from a thriving agricultural landscape to a protected wildlife refuge. Discover its historical significance, diverse ecosystems, and the legacy of the Crane family.
In the 1940s, a New York handyman began expanding a cabin with railroad ties and cast-off objects; it grew into a seven-storey labyrinth with around 35 caverns and alcoves
US News: Explore the extraordinary story of Clarence Schmidt's House of Mirrors, a unique seven-storey architectural marvel built from discarded materials in Woodstock, NY. Learn about its origins, growth, and artistic significance.
Metro 2039 Developers on How Russia's Invasion of Ukraine Changed Their Plans
After finishing the four-or-so-hour preview build of Metro 2039, the upcoming first-person shooter sequel from Ukrainian developer 4A Games and falling completely in love with it, I reached out to the team to ask some questions about how they've approached the latest entry in their post-apocalyptic franchise – both in terms of the game itself, but also because their real lives have changed so much since Russia's invasion of their country in 2022.
'Celtic deficiencies laid bare on another night of Champions League pain'
When Callum McGregor eviscerated his own teammates in the wake of Celtic's stupefying Champions League collapse against LASK, he delivered their one coherent...
Celtic deficiencies laid bare at LASK on another night of Champions League pain
When Callum McGregor eviscerated his own team-mates in the wake of Celtic's stupefying Champions League collapse against LASK, he delivered their one coherent moment of a spineless night, writes Tom English.
In 1906, Quaker industrialist William Bancroft began buying land outside Wilmington to keep it open for the public; more than a century later, 1,359 acres became the largest unit of First State National Historical Park
US News: In 1906, industrialist William Poole Bancroft began buying land in Delawareâs Brandywine Valley to hold it in reserve for the health and well-being of.
Canada's retaliation tests the limit of American power under Trump
The president is using US dominance to challenge allies and enemies alike - but both Canada and Iran have found ways to fight back.
The wit and wisdom of Dolly Parton: 'If you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain'
The much-loved country singer-songwriter in her own words, following her death aged 80.
Los Angeles Rams 2026 season preview guide: Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua lead Super Bowl contenders
Without a guarantee as to how long 37-year-old quarterback and reigning MVP Matthew Stafford can maintain his form, the Rams went all-in this offseason by trading for two top cornerbacks, then acquiring pass rusher Myles Garrett, last season’s defensive player of the year.
47-year-old California pastor makes college football roster 30 years after an injury ended his career, inspired by a video of a 60-year-old player
US News: A 47-year-old California pastor has returned to college football nearly three decades after an injury ended his playing career, after his son showed h.
Meet Nimaya Williams, the North Carolina junior who completed free college-planning steps and became one of only two students nationwide to receive a $40,000 BigFuture scholarship
US News: For many high-school students, preparing for life after graduation can feel overwhelming. College applications, career choices, financial planning, an.
Fabrizio Romano gives Liverpool fresh hope of landing 18-year-old wonderkid
Liverpool now have around a week left to bolster their ranks. The Anfield outfit are still in desperate need for some new players, especially if they're want...
Metro 2039: The First Hands-On Preview
In an age where single-player first-person shooters are slowly going extinct because they only make money for their publisher once while multiplayer live-service shooters vie for our time and attention on a daily basis (and often contain lots of bullsh*t, like microtransactions and/or drawn-out gameplay loops), Metro 2039’s single-player-only craftsmanship and attention to detail after my first few hours with it have me already prepared to call it my favorite first-person shooter in a long time.
Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures hold steady ahead of inflation data, Nvidia earnings
Investors geared up for the release of a key inflation reading and Nvidia's earnings report.
How the spike in global bond yields creates more risk for the stock market
Never doubt the power of the $30 trillion US Treasury market. It was robust enough to push back on the Treasury Department’s recent intervention while captivating Wall Street. Now investors are wondering whether the bond market’s unease is strong enough to disturb a booming stock market.
Houston Texans 2026 season preview guide: C.J. Stroud looks to lead playoff run
The Texans have one of the most feared defenses in the NFL — and a quarterback who has failed to live up to the promise of his rookie season. If C.J. Stroud can regain the form he flashed earlier in his career, Houston may very well make the Super Bowl.
Kansas City Chiefs 2026 season preview guide: Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce seek another Super Bown run
How soon can Patrick Mahomes be Patrick Mahomes? That’s the big question for the Chiefs, as their three-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback is coming off a torn ACL that ended his 2025 season.
Jacksonville Jaguars 2026 season preview guide: Trevor Lawrence leads playoff contender
The Jaguars were a surprise team under the tutelage of first-year coach Liam Coen, winning their final eight regular season games en route to a 13-4 record. Most notably, quarterback Trevor Lawrence posted some of the best numbers of his career, seemingly giving Jacksonville an emergent — and formidable — coach-quarterback combo.
Cincinnati Bengals 2026 season preview guide: Joe Burrow leads playoff contender
Joe Burrow once again looked like one of the best quarterbacks in the league in 2025, though once again he failed to play a full season due to injuries. Since making the Super Bowl after the 2021 season, Burrow and the Bengals have won only two playoff games — and have missed the postseason entirely the last three years.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers 2026 season preview guide: Baker Mayfield, Emeka Egbuka lead revamped offense
A season in which the Buccaneers started strong only to fade and miss the playoffs added scrutiny to coach Todd Bowles and the team’s fifth offensive coordinator in as many seasons, whose job it will be to engineer more consistency from quarterback Baker Mayfield.
Chicago Bears 2026 season preview guide: Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson lead high-powered offense
The Bears had a knack for big plays in big moments last season. The question entering 2026 is whether that formula, which delivered the franchise its first playoff berth since 2020, is sustainable under second-year coach Ben Johnson.
Detroit Lions 2026 season preview guide: Will Jared Goff and Dan Campbell bounce back?
The Lions were one of last season’s biggest losers after falling from the NFL’s No. 1 seed in 2024 to not even making the postseason. That rapid decline makes the question of how coach Dan Campbell and the team rebound one of the most interesting in the entire league.
Total War: Warhammer 40k – The First Hands-On Preview - Gamescom 2026
The core of Total War’s DNA appears intact so far in Total War: Warhammer 40K, but we will have to wait and see if the heavier focus on ranged combat and the other 40k influence will result in something genuinely special or a creation that has fallen to Chaos.
Raheem Sterling charged with dangerous driving and possession of nitrous oxide after crash
Raheem Sterling has been charged after being accused of dangerous driving, possession of nitrous oxide for wrongful inhalation and failing to provide a specimen; Sterling is due to appear at Basingstoke Magistrates' Court for a hearing on September 15; the 31-year-old does not have a club
In 1945, brothers Alfred and Andrew Collier donated 146 Oregon acres to the state as a memorial to their parents; today, Collier Memorial State Park spans 536 acres and preserves the regionâs logging history
US News: Explore the rich history of Collier Memorial State Park, a tribute to the Collier brothers' parents, showcasing over 150 years of logging heritage and serving 350,000 annual visitors in Oregon.
The most powerful Arduino yet is a $299 board for autonomous robots.
Arduino and Qualcomm have opened preorders for the Ventuno Q, an edge AI board designed to run agentic AI locally. Powered by a Qualcomm Dragonwing IQ8 processor offering up to 40 TOPS alongside a dedicated real-time microcontroller, it allows smart devices and robots to process vision, speech, and sensor data completely offline. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/ABX00181_01.iso_998x749.jpg.webp?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/ABX00181_context-01_998x749.jpg.webp?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/ABX00181_context-08_998x749.jpg.webp?quality=90&strip=all]
‘What About [Jalen] Hurts?’ — Packers Star Micah Parsons’ Brother Ridicules Eagles QB’s Ugly INT in Practice
Jalen Hurts has plenty to prove as the Philadelphia Eagles prepare for another season with the privileged burden of expectations firmly on the Super Bowl LIX...
Columbia engineers built a pigment-free polymer coating filled with microscopic air pores; under Arizona desert sun, the coated surface stayed about 6°C below ambient air
Science News: As temperatures rise during hot weather, keeping buildings and other structures cool can require large amounts of energy. Air conditioners are a commo.
How Dolly Parton became the one thing most Americans could agree on
The cultural icon was one of the rare celebrities adored by Americans of all ages, races and political persuasions.
Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake Preview: Hands-On with Ubisoft’s Reborn Strategy Classic - Gamescom 2026
In a year where Ubisoft announced and shipped the Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag remake, a revival of Heroes of Might and Magic 3 might not be the highest-profile remake project, but it’s an appreciated one nevertheless. While the announcement did not mince words about the scope and scale of the project — the 1999 title is being brought back to life for both PC and consoles — IGN got to go hands on with the game in a remote session to see how this version compares to the nearly three-decades-old original.
In the 1960s, Takao Shitoâs family refused to surrender its farm for Japanâs Narita Airport; over 50 years later, a runway still bends around his fields
Rest of World News: Explore the incredible story of Takao Shito, a farmer who refused to sell his family's land for Narita International Airport, shaping its runway's design in the process. Discover his ongoing battle against urban development and the legacy of resistance.