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• Five Premier League teams, including Manchester United, competed in the third round of the EFL Cup. • Manchester United manager Michael Carrick told Sky Sports that the start and end of his team's game felt like completely different matches emotionally. • These results determine which clubs advance toward the tournament final and secure potential trophy opportunities.

• The U.S. House of Representatives voted for a third time to approve a war powers resolution to end the war in Iran. • This legislative decision aims to halt President Donald Trump’s ability to continue military actions without the explicit approval of Congress. • The move creates a direct legal challenge to executive authority over military engagements and foreign conflict management.

• The U.S. House of Representatives voted for a third time to pass a war powers resolution to end the war in Iran. • The approved resolution aims to stop President Donald Trump from continuing military actions without the explicit approval of Congress. • This legislative move creates a direct conflict between the House and the executive branch over the legal authority to conduct foreign military operations.

• The U.S. House of Representatives voted for a third time to end the war in Iran by approving a war powers resolution. • This resolution would stop President Donald Trump from continuing military actions in the region without explicit congressional approval. • The decision limits the executive branch's authority to conduct warfare and shifts control over military engagement back to Congress.

• The U.S. House of Representatives voted late Tuesday to pass a war powers resolution intended to end the war in Iran. • This marks the third time the House has approved a measure to stop President Donald Trump from continuing military actions without congressional approval. • The resolution limits the executive branch's authority to conduct military operations in Iran without a formal mandate from Congress.

• The US House of Representatives voted for the third time to limit President Donald Trump's authority to conduct military operations against Iran. • Seven Republicans joined Democrats in backing a resolution that directs the administration to withdraw US forces from hostilities. • This vote represents a legislative effort to restrict the executive branch's power to engage in foreign conflicts without congressional approval.

• The US House of Representatives voted for a third time to pass a war powers resolution aimed at ending the war with Iran and curbing President Trump's military authority. • Representative Mast supported the measure, stating that the ongoing threat to the United States has reached a point where "enough is enough." • The resolution responds to rising military casualties, increasing war costs, and higher gas prices affecting the domestic market.

• The U.S. House of Representatives voted for a third time to pass a war powers resolution to end the war in Iran. • This legislative action aims to stop President Donald Trump from continuing military operations without the explicit approval of Congress. • The decision creates a legal check on executive power regarding the use of military force in the region.

• An unvaccinated 40-year-old woman in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, died from measles complications in 2026. • Pennsylvania has recorded 693 confirmed cases across 38 counties and has refused the CDC Epi-Aid outbreak assistance that six other states requested. • The refusal of federal help and the rise in fatalities increase the health risks for unvaccinated residents in the affected regions.

• NASA is hosting the Third Early Career Workshop from September 22-24, 2026, to support scientists in the Physics of the Cosmos Program. • The event features a post-launch presentation on the Roman Space Telescope and a tutorial on the NASA Astrophysics Data System Science Explorer. • Early-career researchers will gain access to tools and information on upcoming missions like the Ultraviolet Explorer and the Compton Spectrometer and Imager.

The action is likely the last House vote on issue ahead of the midterm electionsSign up for the US Breaking News emailOn Capitol Hill today, Dr Nicole Saphier, Donald Trump’s third pick to be the US surgeon general will face lawmakers on the Senate health, education, labor and pensions committee for a confirmation hearing at 10am ET.A reminder that the president withdrew his last two nominations for the top doctor position – Casey Means and Dr Janette Nesheiwat. While Means’ nomination fell apart after she was grilled by senators in February, Trump withdrew his support for Nesheiwat after questions circled around her academic credentials. Continue reading...

• India won its third consecutive Women’s Junior Hockey Asia Cup title by defeating China on Sunday. • The Indian team secured the gold medal with a 1-0 victory in the final match held in Moqi, China. • This win establishes India as the dominant force in Asian junior women's hockey.

Jefferson county coroner says 40-year-old woman died on Saturday, while two infants died with disease in AugustA coroner in Pennsylvania announced the death of a 40-year-old woman associated with the state’s ongoing measles outbreak. The death appears to mark the third in the US state’s ongoing outbreak.Two previous deaths in the state were in infant children. In one case, the infant was born with a genetic defect that made her vulnerable to infection. The second infant child was infected with measles, and died of a ruptured spleen. Continue reading...

• German companies increased their investments in China during the first half of the year compared to the same period in 2025. • A study by the German Economic Institute, using Bundesbank data, found that firms invested €5.6 billion ($6.5 billion) more in China. • This trend shows that German businesses continue to commit capital to the Chinese market despite ongoing concerns regarding trade and competitive practices.

• Trust in official U.S. election results fell to 34% from 40% in 2024, according to a recent poll. • Approximately 60% of American adults report having little or no trust in federal government information regarding immigration, abortion, foreign policy, and elections. • This decline reflects a shift in the certification process, which the AP notes became politicized following the 2020 presidential election.

• Amazon's market capitalization surpassed $3 trillion after its shares reached a record high following a strong earnings report. • Growth in Amazon Web Services, the company's cloud computing division, was fueled by the integration of artificial intelligence. • This valuation milestone reflects investor confidence in the scalability of AI-powered infrastructure for the broader tech market.

Creators Damon Beesley and Iain Morris return as writers and directors, with the original cast reprising their rolesNetflix has announced that production has begun on a new Inbetweeners film, with the original cast members reprising their roles.It will be a continuation of the popular Channel 4 sitcom, which aired on E4 from 2008 to 2010, followed by two films in 2011 and 2014. Continue reading...

• Nvidia has entered into a landmark agreement to acquire the AI platform Hugging Face for $12.9 billion. • In broader market news, Wall Street indexes closed more than 1% higher following a slide in Treasury yields. • These developments highlight the massive capital investment currently flowing into artificial intelligence infrastructure and software.

Other families have been unlawfully compelled to be case managed without consent, watchdog findsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMore than a third of all reports raising concerns about the future welfare of unborn children were closed due to a shortage of allocated caseworkers, while families were unlawfully compelled to take part in prenatal case work, the New South Wales ombudsman has found.In its findings after investigating the Department of Communities and Justice’s practice of responding to prenatal reports, which were released on Friday, the watchdog raised concerns about the number of reports about particularly high-risk children that were not referred on to further support services or a dedicated case manager due to a lack of resources. Continue reading...

• A new analysis reveals that more than two-thirds of new drugs approved by the FDA in 2024 were sanctioned based on the findings of a single study. • The report indicates a steady decline in the number of studies required for drug approval since 2016, raising concerns about the rigor of the process. • Researchers argue that this trend necessitates stronger post-market surveillance and more comprehensive trial reporting to maintain the integrity of drug approvals.

• Asian stocks rose for a third consecutive day on August 27, driven by strong investor confidence following a positive earnings report from Nvidia. • Nvidia reported record revenue of $96 billion for Q2 2027, beating market estimates due to sustained high demand for AI hardware. • The surge in Nvidia's shares lifted tech hardware manufacturers across the Asia-Pacific region, though the TSX retreated as some investors locked in gains.

• Asian stocks rose for a third consecutive day, with MSCI's broadest Asia-Pacific index (excluding Japan) increasing by 0.7%. • The rally was driven by Nvidia reporting quarterly revenue that more than doubled, beating market estimates and boosting tech sentiment. • Regional performance was mixed: South Korea's KOSPI rose 1.5% despite a 25 basis point interest rate hike to 3% by the Bank of Korea, while Taiwan's shares rose 0.9% and Japan's Nikkei 225 fell 0.4%.

• German politician Friedrich Merz vowed that those responsible for hybrid attacks against Germany "will pay" following the discovery of a third drone at Leipzig/Halle airport. • The airport is a critical logistics hub used by the German military and NATO allies for transporting military goods, and it serves as a base for Ukraine's Antonov Airlines. • These incidents highlight an escalation in hybrid warfare targeting strategic infrastructure, raising security concerns for NATO operations and Ukrainian support.

Local media report discovery by German investigators after attempted attack on cargo and military logistics hubEurope live – latest updatesGerman investigators uncovered a third drone and suspected military explosives thought to be connected to an attempted attack on Leipzig airport, local media have reported.The drone was discovered in Kabelsketal, just to the west of the airport, along with about 50g (1.8oz) of a suspected military explosive on 14 August, 10 days after the unsuccessful sabotage. Leipzig airport is a cargo and military logistics hub used by Nato and Ukraine’s Antonov Airlines for transporting military supplies. Continue reading...

Endorsement of Republican incumbent over challenger with same name adds twist to unusual campaign in AlaskaRepublican senator Dan Sullivan and Democrat Mary Peltola advance in Alaska Senate primaryDan Sullivan supports Dan Sullivan against Dan Sullivan in Alaska’s US Senate election, says a former Alaskan mayor who recently backed the race’s Republican incumbent over a challenger sharing their name.That development provided another of multiple absurd elements to Dan S Sullivan’s campaign for a third term in the US Senate, which – beside Mary Peltola, a former Alaska Democratic congresswoman – has drawn opposition from Dan J Sullivan. Continue reading...

• Great Britain secured two relay gold medals at the European Athletics Championships, with Amy Hunt winning her third gold in a bid for a historic quadruple. • Dina Asher-Smith made history by equaling Polish sprinter Irena Szewinska's record of 10 overall championship medals, following a bronze in the 200m. • The GB women's relay team, including Imani-Lara Lansiquot and Success Eduan, dominated their event with a winning time of 42.05 seconds, finishing over a second ahead of Switzerland and Poland.

• Amy Hunt secured her third gold medal of the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham as part of the British women's 4x100m relay team. • Both the British men's and women's 4x100m relay teams claimed victory, cementing a dominant performance for the host nation. • In the women's 400m, Norway's Henriette Jaeger won gold with a time of 49.04, finishing a full second ahead of Poland's Natalia Bukowiecka.

Jose Chajon-Raxon experienced ‘seizure-like activity’ at Delaney Hall and later died after being hospitalizedA Guatemalan immigrant detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at a Newark, New Jersey, facility suffered a medical emergency and later died after being hospitalized, according to the Trump administration.Jose Chajon-Raxon is now the third immigrant to die after being held at Delaney Hall, an ICE detention center that reopened in May 2025 amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. Continue reading...