Trump Calls Ratcliffe’s Moscow Mission Routine as Warnings of Wider Conflict Mount

The White House is minimizing John Ratcliffe’s surprise Moscow visit, while reports portray it as a high-stakes effort to deter Russian escalation. The Kremlin says it is far too early to expect a breakthrough.

Pancreatic Cancer Drug Nearly Doubles Survival—but the Breakthrough Comes With Caveats

FDA approval of daraxonrasib brings a major new option for advanced pancreatic cancer after a trial showed median survival of 13.2 months, though side effects and long-term results remain concerns.

Clancy Trial Turns on One Question: Planned Killings or Psychosis?

Prosecutors portray Lindsay Clancy’s actions as organized and deliberate, while her defense points to postpartum psychosis, medication and a collapsing mental state. The verdict may hinge on whether she understood right from wrong.

Dolly Parton’s Final Months Were Marked by Work, Illness and Private Grief

Accounts of Dolly Parton’s final months present a contrast between her public determination to keep working and the serious health problems she largely kept private. Relatives describe a profound family loss and a legacy shaped by generosity and joy.

Meta’s Child-Safety Deal Promises a Safer Feed—If Age Checks Hold

The settlement would make time limits, night blocks and parental controls the default for young users. Supporters see a breakthrough, but privacy experts and critics warn that weak age checks could undermine the plan.

Nepal-Tibet Floods Turn a Rescue Mission Into a Race Against Conflicting Numbers

Rescuers are searching for survivors and missing tourists after catastrophic floods struck the Nepal-Tibet border, while casualty estimates vary sharply and officials warn the danger may not be over.

Sunderland’s Grealish Pursuit Raises Questions Over a Deal Still Far From Done

Sunderland are weighing a loan move for Jack Grealish while also pursuing Marseille winger Igor Paixão. Reports differ over how advanced talks are, with wages and a possible purchase option central to negotiations.

Carabao Cup third-round draw announced

The Carabao Cup third-round draw produced several all-Premier League ties, including Manchester United against Brighton and Liverpool against Tottenham. European commitments mean some fixtures will be played in the week of September 7.

Blake Lively Wins $400,000 in Fees—but Loses Most of Her $8 Million Request

A judge awarded Blake Lively about $407,000 in fees and costs after dismissing Justin Baldoni’s defamation suit, but sharply reduced her request over excessive hours and incomplete billing records.

Williams sisters’ US Open return revives debate over wildcards

Serena and Venus Williams will reunite in US Open doubles after receiving a wildcard, but Venus’ singles invitation has prompted debate over whether places should go to established champions or emerging players.

Rupert Grint’s Broadway return revives Ron Weasley—and old Harry Potter tensions

Rupert Grint will play Ron Weasley on Broadway for a limited 2027 run, prompting nostalgia from supporters and criticism from some Harry Potter commentators over his return to the franchise.

Bullock and Kidman bring Practical Magic back to London amid sequel buzz

Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman reunited at the London premiere of Practical Magic 2, joined by Joey King and Maisie Williams. The event highlighted both the original film’s cult following and the sequel’s expanded cast.