UK economy grew 0.1% in August, beating expectations

UK economy grew 0.1% in August, beating expectations

The UK economy grew a better-than-expected 0.1% in the month to August, with output growth offsetting weak output in services and construction. Economists polled by Reuters expected GDP to contract 0.1% between July and August. But the reading still marked a slowdown in momentum for Britain’s gross domestic product, which grew 0.4% month-on-month in June … Read more

Australia’s first Michelin stars awarded to 11 restaurants

Australia’s first Michelin stars awarded to 11 restaurants

Created by brothers André and Édouard Michelin in 1900, the guide was originally designed to encourage motorists to travel, ultimately boosting their core business of selling tires. It offered drivers maps and recommendations for places to eat and stay, before becoming one of the best-known names in restaurant recognition. Michelin stars were introduced in 1926 … Read more

Police investigating report of sexual assault at University of Chicago frat party

Police investigating report of sexual assault at University of Chicago frat party

Listen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated using AI-based technology. Pronunciation errors may occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve results. Police are investigating a woman’s report that she was sexually assaulted during a fraternity party near the University of Chicago campus, an allegation … Read more

Houthis strike Saudi oil company Aramco’s headquarters, officials say – National

Houthis strike Saudi oil company Aramco’s headquarters, officials say - National

Offices belonging to senior executives at Saudi oil giant Aramco were hit during an overnight Houthi attack on the company’s headquarters, two regional officials said Wednesday, in the latest demonstration of the Iranian-backed rebels’ ability to attack high-profile targets even after they issued warnings that they would do so. Officials said the top three floors … Read more

40 Days For Life CEO Shawn Carney on ‘College GameDay’ religious sign ban: ‘Nobody’s for this’

40 Days For Life CEO Shawn Carney on 'College GameDay' religious sign ban: 'Nobody's for this'

For years, one of ESPN’s most popular original shows has been “College GameDay.” The show, which features some of college football’s biggest personalities traveling to different campuses across the country, has been a fan favorite for more than three decades. One of the best parts of “GameDay” is that students and fans crowd into a … Read more

Jerusalem Daily: UN demands Israel do more to stop settler violence | Israel-Palestine conflict

Jerusalem Daily: UN demands Israel do more to stop settler violence | Israel-Palestine conflict

Netanyahu warns again that Israel’s “enemies” are planning an attack before the election, but his opposition dismisses it as a political tactic. Meanwhile, UN pressure is mounting on Israel to address settler violence against Palestinian farmers. Al Jazeera’s Mohammad Saleh has the latest. Posted on October 14, 2026 October 14, 2026 Share Jerusalem Daily: UN … Read more

Cornell cancels fraternity parties over sexual assault case

Cornell cancels fraternity parties over sexual assault case

Fraternities have existed on college campuses across the United States for decades and function as all-male social clubs where students live, study, and socialize. Over the years, the groups have become notorious for their drunkenness, partying, and dangerous hazing rituals. In a statement, an attorney representing Doe said he filed a civil lawsuit “to achieve … Read more