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‘Inept, incompetent, craven’: Scott Bessent struggles to clean up the president’s mess
The article examines US treasury secretary Scott Bessent’s expanding role as Donald Trump seeks to use economic pressure against Iran following a six-month bombing campaign. It argues that this, alongside Trump’s tariffs and the United States’ rising debt burden, will test whether Bessent can restrain the president’s policies or instead lend them credibility. Critics quoted…
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Russian Attack On Ukraine’s Kyiv Region Kills At Least 37 People
A Russian drone strike on an ammunition warehouse in the village of Myla, west of Kyiv, triggered massive explosions and fires that swept through dozens of nearby homes on Friday night, killing 37 people in the deadliest single attack of the war so far this year. The strike came amid three days of near-constant Russian…
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Russian drone strike on Mila ammunition depot sparks major fire
Russia struck an ammunition depot in Mila, near Kyiv, with a drone during a third consecutive day of attacks on the capital region, causing a large fire, explosions and undisclosed fatalities. The incident damaged nearby homes and infrastructure, while prompting Ukraine’s prime minister to call for an investigation into whether explosives had been stored too…
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Beaugrand wins again in Weihai as Potter second
France’s Cassandre Beaugrand claimed her fourth consecutive World Triathlon Championship Series victory in Weihai, China, pulling clear of Britain’s Beth Potter in the final kilometre of the 10km run. The Olympic champion’s win moves her above Potter to the top of the series standings despite having contested fewer races, strengthening her position before the season…
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Iceland referendum could restart European Union accession talks
Iceland is holding a closely contested referendum on whether to restart talks on joining the EU, a decision that has revived arguments over sovereignty, food security and control of natural resources. The vote matters because a result in favour would begin negotiations rather than secure membership, but could still shape the country’s economic and strategic…
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‘Winter panic’: EU gas stores at their lowest level in 13 years
Europe is heading towards winter with gas storage at its lowest late-August level for 13 years, raising concerns about sharper price swings if demand rises during cold or low-wind periods. While physical shortages are not currently expected, the situation matters particularly for the UK because it has limited storage capacity and relies heavily on imported…
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Iceland votes on reopening EU membership negotiations
Icelanders are voting on whether to restart negotiations on joining the European Union, 13 years after talks were suspended. The referendum is closely contested and matters because a Yes vote could reopen a path towards membership, while concerns over sovereignty and control of fishing grounds remain central to the debate. The latest poll put the…
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European football: PSG scramble another draw while Bayern make flying start
Paris Saint-Germain rescued a 2-2 draw at Lille with two stoppage-time goals, extending their difficult start to the Ligue 1 season after also drawing with Rennes. Bayern Munich, meanwhile, began their Bundesliga title defence emphatically with a 5-1 win over Stuttgart, underlining the attacking strength that helped them dominate last season. Lille led through Hákon…
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Greaves loses thriller to Cross on European debut
Beau Greaves narrowly lost 6-5 to Rob Cross in a closely contested match on her PDC European Tour debut at the Hungarian Darts Trophy. The defeat denied the 22-year-old the chance to become the first woman to win a European Tour match, but underlined her rapid rise in professional darts. Greaves qualified after beating Tom…
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Welfare Reform Delayed as Macron’s Dragon Ball Park Hits Obstacle
Defence funding takes priority before the Budget as Crystal Palace face Manchester City; film and music stories include a new Mexican-Basque project and a blood-soaked Iggy Pop collaboration.