General News Today — August 11, 2026
Man, 29, arrested in police raid over racist traffic-cone attack and more — today's news signal.
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Man, 29, arrested in police raid over racist traffic-cone attack
Police are investigating after a traffic cone was thrown at a delivery driver following an anti-immigration protest in Glasgow last month.
PM asks justice secretary to find way to keep PC Harper's killers in jail
Andy Burnham is confident a solution can be found to exclude two of PC Harper's killers from an early release scheme, the BBC understands.
Forest owner Marinakis sues Palace over gun banner
Evangelos Marinakis is suing Crystal Palace for a banner unfurled by their fans depicting the Nottingham Forest owner holding a gun to midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White's head.
A Fight Brews Between Mamdani and Amazon Over Delivery Workers
New York City’s mayor wants major companies to hire employees directly rather than relying on contractors. The firms say that will raise prices and slow service.
The transgender controversy surrounding the WNBA
After the Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham said it was "common sense" to ban transgender women from women's sports, a row has emerged in the WNBA - with former NBA players saying eligibility rules mean they can enter the 2027 Draft.
New weight loss pill approved for use in UK
Foundayo is made by Eli Lilly, the drug firm behind the Mounjaro jab.
Mars Bar from 1991 found - and it's 20g bigger than one from today
The woman who found the chocolate bar during a house clearance compares it with today's Mars Bars.
General News Today — August 10, 2026
Ukrainian Drone Attack Kills 13 Deep Inside Russia and more — today's news signal.
Ukrainian Drone Attack Kills 13 Deep Inside Russia
A strike on an industrial center in Tatarstan marked one of the deadliest attacks on Russian territory since the start of the war.
Private Equity Is Stuck With 33,575 Unsold Businesses
Even amid a booming deal-making environment, private equity firms are unable to exit a growing number of investments at values their investors require.
'Body in suitcase' found in Australia turns out to be lifelike doll
Forensics revealed that the 'realistic' looking body was in fact not human.
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Watch: Family escapes home during Colombia earthquake
At least 132 people are dead and a state of emergency has been declared after Colombia was hit by one of its largest earthquakes in years.
Amber Met Office extreme heat warning issued as temperatures could reach 38C
An amber weather warning for extreme heat has been issued for Thursday, when extreme temperatures are expected to peak.
What We Know About the Earthquake in Colombia
The 7.4-magnitude quake, which killed more than 100 people and damaged hundreds of buildings, was the strongest recorded in Colombia in a decade.
Officials Reveal a Secret Ruse to Evacuate Trump, and the F.D.A. Takes On a Food Safety Loophole
Plus, when you accidentally upset “Harry Potter” fans.
Trump hid in catering truck in secret plane swap over Iran threat, reports say
The US president was moved from the old Air Force One to a military plane as he left a Nato summit in Turkey last month, US media say.
Muggy Heat and Storms Continue to Grip the U.S., but an End Is in Sight
Weather at the start of the week looks like more of the same: heat and storms across the Eastern United States. But a subtle shift is in the cards.
Man, 29, arrested in police raid over racist traffic-cone attack
Police are investigating after a traffic cone was thrown at a delivery driver following an anti-immigration protest in Glasgow last month.
Ousted Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death in absentia
The ex-president is convicted of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity during the country's civil war.
How We’re Covering an ‘Identity Crisis’ in Politics
Recent primary wins have posed critical questions for both Republicans and Democrats as they head into the fall midterms. Carolyn Ryan, managing editor of The New York Times, shares how reporters approach coverage of shifting political dynamics.
Russia using North Korean missiles to strike Ukraine, Zelensky says
Ukraine's president says strikes in Zaporizhzhia - which killed at least six and injured 19 - involved ballistic missiles from Russia's ally.
Call with No 10 gives us hope, PC Harper's mother says
Debbie Adlam says she does not want a "special case" for her son, but for killers of emergency workers to be exempt.
Will the Left Keep Winning in the Midwest? What to Watch in Tuesday’s Primaries.
The left and the middle continue to battle in Democratic primaries for governor in Wisconsin and Senate in Minnesota. In South Carolina, all eyes are on Darline Graham.
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