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Paramount and US States Near Possible Warner Bros. Settlement
Paramount and US states challenging its $110 billion Warner Bros. acquisition could reach a settlement, with CNN monitoring among discussed terms.
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Football
Brentford Beat Chelsea 3-0 in Historic Premier League Win
Brentford beat Chelsea 3-0 with goals from Jaidon Anthony, Igor Thiago and Fabio Carvalho in a landmark west London derby result.
Business
Gold Hits One-Week High as Lower Oil Prices Ease Inflation Fears
Gold rose to a one-week high and headed for its first weekly gain in four as easing oil prices reduced inflation concerns.
Explainers
Trump White House Media Ban: Why a Legal Fight Is Likely
Donald Trump says CNN, MS NOW and Politico will be barred from the White House, raising immediate First Amendment and due-process questions.
News
China Probes Meituan and Alibaba Units Over Online Travel Competition
Chinese regulators are investigating units linked to Meituan and Alibaba alongside other travel platforms over suspected unfair competition.
Technology
Anthropic Weighs New AI Model as OpenAI Astra Gains Ground
Anthropic is considering a new AI model launch as OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra gains enterprise traction and investors watch a possible IPO.
Entertainment
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Passes $2.45 Billion Worldwide at Box Office
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has passed $2.45 billion worldwide, according to box-office tracking data, extending its exceptional global run.
Explainers
Why Oil Prices and AI Spending Are Raising Australia’s Inflation Concerns
Australia’s central bank says oil shocks and the AI investment boom are adding to inflation risks. Here is how those pressures can reach households.
Business
Oil Prices Fall Again as Saudi Supply Fears Ease
Oil prices fell for a third day as traders judged Saudi supply disruption risks to be more limited, despite continued regional uncertainty.
World
Trump Says Progress Made Toward Permanent US Army Base in Poland
Donald Trump says the United States has made progress toward a permanent Army base in Poland, a potential boost to NATO’s eastern flank.
Technology
OpenAI Launches Astra for Law in Push for Legal AI Users
OpenAI has introduced Astra for Law, a legal-focused AI platform aimed at research, drafting and custom applications for law firms.
Football
Floyd Samba Scores Twice on Manchester City Debut Against Norwich
Floyd Samba scored twice on his Manchester City debut as the holders beat Norwich City 5-0 in the League Cup.
Explainers
EU-Canada Associate Membership Proposal: What It Could Mean
EU leaders are discussing a closer Canada partnership described as associate membership. Here is what that phrase could mean and what it does not.
Entertainment
Hollywood Summer Box Office Reaches $4.6 Billion in Post-Pandemic High
Hollywood's summer box office reached $4.6 billion, marking its best result since the pandemic and renewing the debate over cinema recovery.
World
China Warns US Space Weapons Could Trigger a New Arms Race
China has warned that US on-orbit weapons could fuel an arms race, pushing military competition further into space.
Business
India May Extend RoDTEP Export Incentive for Five Years
India is likely to extend its RoDTEP export incentive for five years, according to a government trade source cited by Reuters.
Technology
Cohere and Aleph Alpha Combine to Target Enterprise AI Demand
Cohere and Aleph Alpha plan to combine under the Cohere name, targeting companies that want governable AI running in their own infrastructure.
Esports
Valorant VCT 2026 Changes: More Events and a Bigger Challengers Path
Riot's VCT 2026 plan promises more tournaments and a clearer route for Challenger teams, reshaping what players and fans should follow.
Regional
India Protests to Pakistan After Reported Naval Collision at Sea
India has formally protested to Pakistan after an incident involving naval units at sea, adding a fresh point of tension to regional ties.
Politics
Montana Vote Could Reopen the US Fight Over Corporate Election Spending
Montana voters will decide whether to restrict corporate election spending, a state ballot test with potential national political consequences.
News
New Zealand Passes India Trade Deal Cutting Tariffs on Most Exports
New Zealand's parliament has passed legislation for its India trade deal, lowering or removing tariffs on about 95% of its exports.
Bollywood
Mirzapur The Movie Nears Rs 200 Crore as Box Office Run Continues
Mirzapur The Movie is nearing the Rs 200 crore mark in India, according to latest trade reporting, as its theatrical momentum continues.
Sports
Milwaukee Brewers Clinch Fourth Straight NL Central Title
Milwaukee have clinched a fourth consecutive NL Central crown after Jacob Misiorowski's strong outing against Pittsburgh.
Football
Rafael Marquez Takes Mexico Job With World Cup Expectations Rising
Rafael Marquez has returned to lead Mexico with the 2026 World Cup placing immediate pressure on the host nation's new coaching cycle.
Cricket
Mitchell Santner Turns Down BBL Deal to Prioritise New Zealand Schedule
Mitchell Santner's decision to reject a Big Bash League offer puts New Zealand's packed international calendar and player workload back in focus.
Explainers
BOJ Rate Hike to 1.25%: What Japan's 31-Year High Means for Markets
The Bank of Japan is expected to lift rates to 1.25%, a 31-year high, as oil costs and AI-led demand keep inflation risks alive.
Entertainment
New Sense and Sensibility Adaptation Puts Sisterhood at the Centre
A new screen adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility stars Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esme Creed-Miles and premieres September 23.
World
Saudi Coalition Says Houthi Drone Destroyed Near Mecca as Tensions Rise
Saudi Arabia says it intercepted a Houthi drone south of Mecca; the Houthis deny targeting the holy city.
Business
Reliance Worldwide Accepts Brookfield's $2.9 Billion Buyout Offer
Australian plumbing-products maker Reliance Worldwide has backed Brookfield's A$4.75-a-share takeover proposal.
Technology
Anthropic Signs Australia Data-Centre Deal for 2.16 GW AI Campus
Anthropic's first Australian data-centre agreement targets AI inference from a 2.16 GW campus planned near Brisbane.
Esports
X Games League Winter Draft: Eileen Gu Expected to Be First Pick
The MoonPay X Games League will stage its first winter draft, bringing team-based competition to freestyle sports between Olympic cycles.
Regional
Hashim Thaci Hague Verdict: Why Kosovo Is Watching the War-Crimes Case
A Hague tribunal is set to rule in the case against Kosovo's former president Hashim Thaci and three ex-KLA commanders.
Politics
China Defence Minister Warns Against ‘Regressive’ Security Trends at Xiangshan Forum
Dong Jun called for restraint and cooperation at Beijing's Xiangshan Forum as China-Japan and Taiwan tensions remain high.
News
RBI Likely Supports Rupee as Middle East Shock Keeps Traders Alert
Traders say the Reserve Bank of India may be smoothing rupee volatility as oil prices and regional tensions reshape currency flows.
Bollywood
Haiwaan Box Office Day 5: Akshay Kumar-Saif Ali Khan Film Faces Weekday Test
Haiwaan enters its first weekday stretch with trade watchers tracking whether Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan's film can recover after a soft opening.
Sports
US Sports Leagues Push Lifetime Betting Bans After Threats Against Athletes
Major US sports leagues want lifetime bans for bettors who threaten athletes, putting fan safety at the centre of gambling policy.
Football
Spain Extend Luis de la Fuente Contract Through 2030 World Cup
Spain have extended Luis de la Fuente's contract through the 2030 World Cup after a historic run of results.
Cricket
Japan Cricket Push: Why India’s Asian Games Visit Could Change the Sport
Japan is using the India visit and Asian Games cricket to grow a sport still overshadowed by baseball at home.
Explainers
EU Under-15 Social Media and AI Chatbot Ban Proposal Explained: What Could Change
The EU is preparing child-access restrictions for social media, video platforms, AI chatbots and online games. Here is what the draft proposes.
Entertainment
Emmy Awards 2026 Winners: The Pitt Repeats as Widow's Bay Breaks Comedy Record
The Pitt won best drama again, while Widow's Bay set a comedy record with 14 Emmy wins. See the major 2026 winners and historic moments.
World
Ukraine-Russia Energy Ceasefire Dispute: What Zelensky Said After Trump's Claim
Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine will stop striking Russian energy infrastructure only if Russia stops and the US provides guarantees.
Business
Exein Raises $270 Million at $1.7 Billion Valuation: Its Connected-Device Security Bet
Italian cybersecurity company Exein has raised $270 million at a reported $1.7 billion valuation to expand security for connected devices.
Technology
Why Palantir and Nvidia Are Limiting Advanced AI Models Over Data-Security Concerns
Palantir, Nvidia and Booz Allen are tightening use of advanced AI models in sensitive work over data retention and IP-security concerns.
Esports
Caps Joins League of Legends Hall of Legends: Event Pass, Skins and Legacy Explained
Rasmus 'Caps' Winther is the first Western pro inducted into League of Legends' Hall of Legends. See the event and reward details.
Regional
Toronto Protest Targets Mark Carney's Canada Investment Summit: What Demonstrators Want
Hundreds marched in Toronto against Mark Carney's Canada Investment Summit, raising concerns about fossil fuels, defence and privatization.
Politics
US Supreme Court Rejects New USPS Mail-Ballot Rule Before 2026 Midterms
The US Supreme Court declined to let a new Postal Service mail-ballot procedure take effect before the 2026 midterm elections.
News
China's New Exit-Entry Rules Take Effect: Who Can Face Travel Bans and for How Long?
China's new exit-entry provisions introduce multi-year travel restrictions in technology and national-security cases. Here is what changed.
Bollywood
Salman Khan's Maatrubhumi Release Date Update: What the CBFC Status Really Means
Salman Khan's Maatrubhumi is awaiting its CBFC screening. Here is the confirmed certification and release-date status without the rumours.
Sports
Why Lando Norris Wants F1's Virtual Safety Car Rule Changed After the Spanish GP
Lando Norris says Formula 1 should review its virtual safety car rule and Madrid's Madring layout after losing the Spanish GP lead.
Football
Leeds Beat Newcastle 4-1: Premier League Result, Goals and Updated Table Impact
Leeds United beat Newcastle United 4-1 to climb to third in the Premier League. Here is what happened and what the result means.
Cricket
Pakistan Lose 11 WTC Points After England Series: Slow Over-Rate Penalty Explained
Pakistan have been docked 11 World Test Championship points and fined 50% of their match fees after a slow over-rate against England.
World
Indonesia Ferry Disaster: 129 Missing After Virgo Transport 8 Capsizes in Java Sea
At least 129 people were missing after Virgo Transport 8 overturned in Indonesia's Java Sea. Six deaths were confirmed and 108 people were rescued.
Technology
Why AI Leaders Want to Slow Development: Dario Amodei's Three-Step Safety Plan Explained
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says frontier AI capabilities should advance more slowly. Here is his three-step plan and why Sam Altman and Elon Musk backed the debate.
Entertainment
Practical Magic 2 Box Office: Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman Sequel Opens at No. 1
Practical Magic 2 opened at No. 1 with $30 million in North America and $46 million worldwide. Here is what the sequel's debut means.
Sports
Kimi Antonelli Wins 2026 Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid: Results, Standings and What Happened
Kimi Antonelli won Formula 1's first race at Madrid's Madring after a virtual safety car changed Lando Norris's strategy. See the result and title impact.
Cricket
Why India Women Refused the Asia Cup 2026 Trophy From Mohsin Naqvi: Videos and Full Controversy
India beat Sri Lanka by 72 runs but did not receive the Women's Asia Cup 2026 trophy from Mohsin Naqvi. Watch the viral videos and understand the controversy.
News
World Ozone Day 2026: September 16 Theme and Why Cooling Matters
World Ozone Day 2026 marks September 16 with a focus on the Kigali Amendment and sustainable cooling. Understand the theme and the ozone-climate link.
Esports
Champions Shanghai Pick'Ems 2026: IST Deadline, Rewards and How to Enter
VALORANT Champions Shanghai Pick'Ems are open. Check the September 24 group-stage lock time in IST, reward tiers and the separate playoffs window.
World
UNGA 2026: How to Watch Live Speeches and Find the Official Speaker List
Follow UNGA 81 through UN Web TV, the UN Journal and the General Debate portal. Learn how to check speakers, replays and New York-to-IST timings.
Explainers
Moving to a New iPhone? eSIM Transfer Checklist Before You Erase the Old One
Check carrier support, eSIM Quick Transfer and activation before erasing an old iPhone. A practical guide to keeping calls, data and account access working.