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Outlander: Blood of My Blood Episode 5 will be released on August 29 on Starz. Episode 4, titled A Soldiers Heart, revealed major developments for Julia, Henry, Ellen, and Brian. The series continues weekly until October 10, with Beltane playing a significant role in the unfolding storyline.
A Wizz Air flight from Alicante to Rome was diverted to Bologna after encountering severe turbulence and adverse weather, causing panic among passengers. The Airbus A321 landed safely in Bologna, and Wizz Air arranged ground transportation to Rome. This incident follows a similar event involving a Ryanair flight where passengers were injured due to turbulence.
Chelsea defeated West Ham United 5-1 in a Premier League match. Lucas Paqueta scored first for West Ham. Joao Pedro, Pedro Neto, Enzo Fernandez, Moises Caicedo and Trevoh Chalobah scored for Chelsea. Cole Palmer missed the match due to injury. Estevao replaced Palmer and assisted in a goal. Pressure mounts on West Ham manager Graham Potter after the defeat.
Alien: Earth release time and episode schedule confirmed. Stream every Tuesday on FX, Hulu, and Disney Plus. Season 1 has eight episodes with global streaming times across regions.
British singer Tom Grennan is having a great time. He and his wife, Daniella Carraturo, welcomed their daughter, Dottie. Grennan's new album, 'Everywhere I Went, Led Me to Where I Didnt Want to Be,' hit number one in the UK. This is his third consecutive chart-topping album. He is also starting a UK arena tour in September.
Justin and Hailey Bieber celebrated their son Jack's first birthday with heartfelt tributes and unseen photos, calling him joy personified. Hailey opened up about the difficult birth experience and its strain on their marriage. Despite challenges, including public scrutiny, the Biebers are focused on family and raising their son privately, marking a new chapter in their journey as parents.
Amazon new Android tablet: Amazon is reportedly developing a new tablet that will run on a standard version of Android, potentially granting users access to the Google Play Store. This marks a significant shift from Amazon's Fire OS. The new tablet, expected to launch next year, could cost around $400, positioning it against mid-range tablets.
President Trump sent National Guard troops to Washington, DC, to reduce crime. He says Chicago needs help next, and New York could follow. Since the troops arrived, violent crime, carjackings, and robberies in DC have dropped. Trump criticized Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and claims many people want his support to make cities safer.
Ghislaine Maxwell transcript: The US Justice Department has released Ghislaine Maxwell's interview transcripts amid criticism over withheld Epstein case records. Maxwell, convicted of sex trafficking, recalled meeting Donald Trump in 1990 through her father, Robert Maxwell. She stated she never witnessed Trump behaving inappropriately with anyone, describing him as a gentleman.
Erik Menendez's parole request was denied after a 10-hour hearing, with the board citing concerns about public safety and past rule violations. Despite Erik's claims of remorse and family support, the decision casts a shadow over his brother Lyle's upcoming parole hearing. Governor Newsom has the power to review the decision, offering a glimmer of hope for the brothers' release.
Donald Trump announced that the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw will occur in Washington DC. The event is scheduled for December 5 at the John F. Kennedy Center. Gianni Infantino presented Trump with the World Cup trophy and a ticket to the final. Trump mentioned Vladimir Putin might attend the World Cup.
Elf 2 poster release rumors spread after a fake image claimed Will Ferrell would return as Buddy in Christmas 2025. The poster is not real, and no sequel is planned.
A tourist bus returning from Niagara Falls to New York City crashed in western New York on Friday, killing several passengers and injuring many more. The bus, carrying around 50 people, rolled into a ditch near Pembroke on Interstate 90. Children were among the victims. A tractor-trailer was also involved. Authorities are conducting rescues and arranging interpreters for passengers of Indian, Chinese, and Filipino origin. Governor Kathy Hochul described the crash as tragic, and the highway remai
Canada tariffs: Canada reduced trade tensions with the US. It removed many retaliatory tariffs. The tariffs on US autos, steel, and aluminum will remain. This move followed a call between Mark Carney and Donald Trump. They discussed trade. The US acknowledged Canada's action as overdue. Both countries will continue trade talks. Canada focuses on strategic sectors in US trade relations.
Canada is facing a big problem. Many students are going to school without eating properly. Demand for breakfast programs has increased a lot. The government has started a National School Food Program. It will provide meals to children. But more help is needed. Organizations want the program to continue forever. They also want more research to improve it.
Apple's digital driver's license feature is expanding across the U.S., with Montana being the latest addition. iPhone and Apple Watch users in eleven states can now store their IDs in Apple Wallet for use at select TSA checkpoints and businesses. Apple plans to add more states and even U.S. passports in the future, aiming to replace physical wallets.
Following 'Operation Sindoor,' US Vice President JD Vance commended India's measured response, making President Trump's subsequent meeting with Pakistan's army chief surprising, according to Shashi Tharoor. Tharoor highlighted a potential shift in US foreign policy, possibly jeopardizing long-standing strategic ties with India. He also cautioned India to remain vigilant regarding China, citing border challenges and its alliance with Pakistan.
The central government has announced a major bureaucratic reshuffle. Rajit Punhani is the new CEO of FSSAI. Debashree Mukherjee will replace Punhani as Skill Development Secretary. V L Kantha Rao is shifted to Department of Water Resources. Piyush Goyal will be the new Mines Secretary. Vijay Kumar is appointed as Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
Madhya Pradesh is implementing reforms to become a model state. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav highlights the state's advantages for investment. The state has surplus resources and strong connectivity. Approvals for new industries are quicker. Projects over 500 crore get direct approval. The state's budget is expanding significantly. Labour force participation has increased. The state incentivizes employment generation.
Horoscope Today 23 August 2025 brings powerful cosmic insights for all zodiac signsGemini, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Libra, Pisces, Aries, Taurus, Virgo, Leo, Cancer, Capricorn and Aquarius. With the Moon moving through Capricorn, discipline, structure, and commitment take center stage.
Apple has released emergency security updates for iPhones, iPads, and Macs to address a zero-day vulnerability in its ImageIO framework. This flaw, already exploited in sophisticated attacks against targeted individuals, could allow malicious image files to corrupt memory and grant attackers device control. Users are urged to install the updates immediately to protect against potential exploitation.
Two RJD MLAs, Vibha Devi and Prakash Veer, attended Prime Minister Modi's rally in Gayaji, fueling speculation of a potential switch to the NDA before the upcoming Bihar assembly elections.
Cryptocurrency theft Canadian youth cybercrime: A Canadian teenager, involved in a massive crypto theft, committed more crimes. He targeted Twitter accounts and NFT artists after promising to reform. He even mentored another teen in the scams. The FBI arrested him in Portugal. He pleaded guilty in the US. Now, he faces uncertain legal consequences upon his return to Canada for violating probation.
Manchester City will face Tottenham Hotspur with Rodri and Phil Foden back in the squad. Manager Pep Guardiola hopes for Rodri's consistent performance. He praises new signing James Trafford. Guardiola remains tight-lipped on Ederson's potential transfer. He acknowledges Tottenham's strong start under Thomas Frank. Guardiola downplays talk of City regaining their swagger after one victory.
The Supreme Court has put a stay on the Madhya Pradesh High Court's order for an FIR and SIT investigation against Congress MLA Arif Masood, who is accused of running a college using forged documents. This decision came after the college, Indira Priyadarshini College, appealed to the top court challenging the High Court's directive.
A pilot program across 16 provinces and major cities, including Shanghai and Beijing, will ease quotas for domestic non-financial firms to borrow from non-residents in local and foreign currency, provided those projects are aimed at reducing corporate emissions, the country's foreign exchange regulator said.
Engineer Kenton Smith's discovery of a microscopic smiley face on a 2020 chip led him to the world of 'silicon doodles'. These hidden images, dating back to the 1970s, were expressions and anti-theft measures by chip designers. Collectors like Smith and CPU_Duke now hunt for these relics, driven by a passion to archive them before they are lost to scrap.
N. Biren Singh says Assam Rifles has mapped biometric data of Myanmarese entering India since December. This is under the new Free Movement Regime. He believes this will regulate entry through the border. It will also help control population growth in Manipur. Assam Rifles Director General shared insights on this policy at Manipur University.
The AICC leadership has directed Congress leaders to participate in Rahul Gandhi's 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' in Bihar, aiming to boost public engagement. Some Bihar Congress leaders are unhappy with the centralized coordination of the yatra. Internal debates are ongoing regarding the yatra's focus, whether it should be on electoral roll revisions or highlighting the failures of the current government.
Manoj Sinha, Jammu and Kashmir's lieutenant governor, dismissed two government employees. The employees included a teacher and an assistant stockman. They were terminated for their alleged involvement in anti-national activities. The administration deemed their activities a threat to state security. An inquiry was not considered expedient.
The Supreme Court has modified its earlier order regarding stray dogs in the NCR, deeming the complete relocation to shelters as oo harsh. The court directed authorities to sterilize, vaccinate, and release the dogs back to their original locations, excluding rabid or aggressive animals. Street feeding is prohibited, with designated feeding zones to be established.
Mortgage rates today, August 22, 2025 show a fresh shift after Jerome Powells Jackson Hole comments signaled the Federal Reserve could move toward a September rate cut. The average 30-year fixed mortgage now stands at 6.596%, with FHA and VA loans seeing the sharpest drops, offering new relief to first-time buyers and veterans.
Amit Shah attacked the DMK government, calling it the most corrupt. He criticized Chief Minister MK Stalin and the 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill. Shah predicted a BJP, AIADMK, and NDA alliance government in Tamil Nadu. He accused Stalin and Sonia Gandhi of prioritizing dynastic politics. Shah asserted Narendra Modi will win and the NDA will return to power in 2026.
The keto diet, which emphasizes a high-fat, low-carbohydrate eating pattern, is popular for weight loss and metabolic advantages. But, recent research verifying information from nearly 44,000 adults found a connection between higher ketogenic ratios and increased cancer risk.
Russia and Ukraine have stepped up attacks on each other's energy infrastructure, hitting Ukrainian domestic heating supplies, Russia's Druzhba pipeline and other facilities, over the past few weeks as US President Donald Trump has pushed for a deal to end the conflict.
The Supreme Court has responded to a petition filed by the former NRC state coordinator, requesting a reverification of the draft NRC and supplementary list. Notices have been issued to the Centre, Assam government, NRC official, and Registrar General of India.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has criticised the INDIA bloc for opposing constitutional amendment bills aimed at dismissing ministers imprisoned for 30 days and addressing infiltration issues. He accused the opposition of being soft on infiltration, alleging it's altering Bihar's demographic makeup, and claimed they oppose measures against political crime and corruption.
Congress has lauded the Supreme Court's directive for special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, which includes Aadhar cards for verification. While welcoming the verdict, the party avoided addressing the court's observation about political parties' lack of assistance to voters. Congress criticized the Election Commission's approach, deeming it obstructionist and against voters' interests.
The Supreme Court has mandated online applications for voter inclusion in Bihar's electoral roll, eliminating the need for physical submissions. While declining to extend the objection deadline initially, the court urged the Election Commission to consider extensions based on response volume.
Japan is preparing to unveil a 10 trillion-yen private investment plan for India, potentially during Prime Minister Modi's visit from August 29-31. This initiative aims to boost investment amid US tariffs and foster cooperation in economic security, including critical goods like semiconductors and AI. Both countries may also announce an AI cooperation initiative for emerging technology and startups.
Hackers called ShinyHunters stole Gmail user data from a Google database. Scammers are now using this information to make fake calls and emails. Experts warn Gmail users to use strong passwords, enable multi-factor authentication, and stay alert to phishing. Millions of accounts could be at risk, so everyone should check their Google security settings immediately.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his Kolkata visit, criticized the TMC for alleged corruption, highlighting the anti-corruption bill's potential impact. He advocated for 'parivartan' to foster development in Bengal, emphasizing job creation, women's safety, and farmer support.
During the Pixel 10 event on August 20, 2025, a mysterious Google Nest smart speaker unexpectedly appeared alongside the flagship phones. This unannounced device, resembling a blend of HomePod mini and Echo Dot, sparked speculation about Google's smart home plans. It may be part of Google's Gemini for Home upgrade, potentially launching in the fall of 2025.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that President Trump's increased tariffs on U.S. imports could reduce the national deficit by $4 trillion over the next decade. This additional revenue could offset deficit increases triggered by the Republican tax-cut and spending bill. U.S. tariff rates have risen significantly, leading to a substantial increase in duties collected this fiscal year.
Bridgerton Season 4, which completed filming in June 2025, will spotlight Luke Thompsons Benedict Bridgerton. Scheduled to release in 2026, the new chapter carries forward the shows hallmark mix of romance, grandeur, and family intrigue, all told with a contemporary flair.
India maintains its ban on TikTok. Government officials deny reports of the app's return. The TikTok website's landing page changed, but content remains unavailable. India banned the ByteDance-owned app in 2020 due to security concerns. This news comes amid shifting India-China and India-US relations. Narendra Modi will visit China for a summit later this month.
Apple has accidentally revealed the iPhone 17 series launch date on its Apple TV app, hinting at September 9, 2025, before later removing the post. The upcoming lineup is expected to include the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Reports suggest all models will feature the A19 chip and iOS 26 AI upgrades. The official announcement is expected before the end of August, building anticipation for the new devices.