Englishman Whaley wins US Amateur title
Jack Whaley becomes only the second Englishman since 1911 to win the US Amateur Championship as he beats American Jay Leng Jr 4&3 at Merion.
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Watch: BBC visits smouldering market in Ukraine after strikes
Six people were injured in the strike on the market selling second-hand records, posters, toys and tools.
General News Today — August 16, 2026
How a False Nuclear Claim About Iran Ricocheted From India to Washington and more — today's news signal.
Could El-Sayed Cost Democrats Michigan?
Not all progressives are equal: Candidates of the activist left typically don’t perform as well as other Democrats.
How a False Nuclear Claim About Iran Ricocheted From India to Washington
A dubious post that spread on X became the basis of false claims that Iran’s leadership had declared it a nuclear power.
Ariana Grande leaves problems at home as her tour hits the UK
The star plays the first of 10 dates in London, after which she will "step back" from public life.
Iran Says Qatar Captured Its Pilots Months Ago, a Claim Qatar Rejects
Iran said the airmen have been held since March 2 when their fighter jets were shot down. The Qatari government denies detaining any Iranian pilots.
Iran Says Qatar Captured Three of Its Pilots Early in War With U.S.
Iran said the airmen have been held since March 2 when their fighter jets were shot down. The Qatari government has not commented.
Republicans Are Trying to Hide These Health Care Cuts
Republicans are taking deliberate steps to make health care less affordable.
General News Today — August 15, 2026
Moment family rescued after 16 hours floating on jet ski off Thailand and more — today's news signal.
Moment family rescued after 16 hours floating on jet ski off Thailand
A 50-year-old father and his two sons were found floating off Koh Samui island, a local official told AFP on Saturday.
The Papers: 'Row professor found dead' and 'barbecue ban'
Former Cambridge Professor Jason Arday's death and the ban on barbecues in Britain lead Saturday's papers.
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Trump says US to scale back military drills with South Korea after it stayed out of Iran war
Trump cites his "very good relationship" with North Korea's leader in deciding to downsize the exercises.
The Papers: 'Water cheek' and 'Queen Amy's gold rush'
Water companies being allowed to increase prices during droughts and Amy Hunt's gold medal run dominates Monday's papers.
'I want my brother back' - Tupac’s brother tells BBC murder trial won’t bring justice
The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil sat down with Mopreme Shakur ahead of the trial for his brother and late rapper's 1996 murder.
McIlroy admits concerns as Scheffler regains winning feeling at St Jude
Rory McIlroy says "he felt lost" as he toils to a 66th-place finish - 25 strokes behind champion Scottie Scheffler - at the St Jude Championship in Memphis.
How switching your bank account could earn you up to £220
New research suggests staying put is costing British savers billions in missed interest every year.
What has been the impact of new owners on The Hundred?
BBC Sport looks at the impact new owners have had on The Hundred as the first season since private stakes were sold in teams ends.
Reform UK benefits ban for foreign nationals would include EU citizens
The move would require renegotiating the UK's Brexit deal and could risk stripping British expats living in the EU of similar rights.
Kushner Meets With Hamas to Advance Trump’s Gaza Plan
The president’s son-in-law met the Palestinian militant group’s leaders in Egypt, officials said. He will soon see Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli leader.
Zale Parry, Aquatic Hollywood Star and Early Acid Tripper, Dies at 93
A diving feat landed her on the cover of Sports Illustrated and led to a film and TV career. She also took part in one of the first LSD studies.
US commander says mental health a 'priority' on USS Lincoln
Adm Brad Cooper acknowledged that navy service at sea for long periods is "uniquely challenging and tough", following a visit to the warship.
What awaits new Scotland head coach Pocognoli?
Shifting the playing style, maintaining qualification for major tournaments and refreshing the squad await the new Scotland boss.
History for Hunt and Asher-Smith in golden finish for GB
Amy Hunt and Dina Asher-Smith make history and Georgia Hunter Bell claims a commanding 1500m gold as Great Britain maintain their bid to top the final medal table at the European Championships.
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