Lawrence Wins Swiss Playoff and GB&I Rally to Victory at Walker Cup

Thriston Lawrence overturned a six-shot deficit with an 8-under 62 to deny Paul Casey his first victory in five years, securing the European Masters title after an 18-foot birdie putt on the fourth playoff hole at Crans-sur-Sierre, according to Associated Press reports from Crans-Montana, Switzerland. He became the seventh three-time winner of this event, and … Read more

Cyprus Ferry Capsizes: 7 Dead, 23 Missing

At least seven people died and 23 remain missing after a privately operated catamaran-style passenger ferry capsized and completely sunk off the coast of Northern Cyprus on Sunday, August 30, 2026, according to local officials and state media reports. The vessel, carrying 267 people including crew, was traveling from Kyrenia to Tasucu in Turkey when … Read more

All Blacks vs Springboks: How New Zealand Plans for the Backlash

The All Blacks head into their second test against the Springboks at Cape Town’s waterfront facing an expected backlash from a bruised world-champion side, according to coach Dave Rennie. Weather forecasts indicate evening showers may hit the coastal venue, matching the turbulent atmosphere surrounding the fixture following New Zealand’s victory at Ellis Park. Springbok Backlash … Read more

Meta Urged to Publish Algorithm Amid Online Harms Concerns

Meta faces mounting political pressure to publish its social media algorithms as Liberal frontbencher Sarah Henderson backs calls for algorithmic transparency to combat online harm, according to recent Senate inquiry evidence. This push coincides with an ongoing federal battle in the United States over youth mental health impacts and strict Australian social media minimum age … Read more

Russian Siblings Found Dead in Thailand After Mysterious Disappearance

The bodies of Diana Nazimova, 22, and her brother Roman Nazimov, 17, were recovered from a shallow grave in Chon Buri, Thailand, after the siblings went missing on July 26. Two suspects, Thana Kerdthong and Thongchai Srinil, have confessed to killing the pair to steal their motorbike, according to police reports confirmed by local media … Read more

Sparks’ Late Comeback Falls Short Against Warriors

The Los Angeles Sparks (12-19) remain in a difficult position to secure a WNBA playoff berth following an 84-78 loss to the Golden State Valkyries on Sunday. According to the team’s recent performance data, the Sparks are currently six games behind the Dallas Wings for the eighth seed with only 13 games remaining in the … Read more

Kyle Sandilands Shocked by Unexpected Bank Call

Former radio host Kyle Sandilands revealed on The Karl Stefanovic Show that his bank offered surprising support following his February sacking from the KIIS FM breakfast show, according to an interview on Sunday. Bank Support and Friend Offers After KIIS FM Sacking According to Mr Sandilands, his financial institution reached out with unexpected backing after … Read more

Tom Panos Records Worst Career Day Amid Flatlining Clearance Rates

Sydney real estate agent Tom Panos recorded the worst auction day of a 30-year career as national clearance rates fell to 54.2 per cent and many sellers grew too scared to publicly list their properties. Leading auctioneer Tom Panos told his hundreds of thousands of social media followers that Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane are carrying … Read more

L.A. Flooding Worsens Following Venice and Hollywood Pipe Bursts

Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood remained closed on Sunday between Sherbourne Drive and San Vicente Boulevard following a destructive water main break last Thursday that caused flooding and property damage. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) has not provided a firm date for when the 110-year-old pipe will be fully repaired or … Read more