Trends of August 7, 2026

William Orbit, Madonna and Blur Producer, Dies at 69

69-year-old Grammy-winning music producer William Orbit, known for his work with Madonna and Blur, has died.

Former NBA first round pick Enes Kanter Freedom declares for 2027 WNBA Draft

Former NBA first-round draft pick Enes Kanter Freedom has declared himself a prospect for the 2027 WNBA Draft.

Meta told to pay another $567m in New Mexico child safety lawsuit

Meta faces a massive court-ordered payout over child safety and mental health online.

Report: Leonard had undisclosed sponsorship deal with Daktronics

New reports reveal an undisclosed sponsorship deal involving Kawhi Leonard and Daktronics, sparking major salary cap circumvention allegations.

Hunter Greene To Undergo Elbow Surgery

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Hunter Greene is set to undergo season-ending surgery for a partially torn right elbow ligament.

Klint Kubiak on scuffle between Maxx Crosby and Kirk Cousins: “That’s training camp”

A training camp practice turns physical as Kirk Cousins and Maxx Crosby clash in Las Vegas.

Rockstar Energy founder builds Celsius stake, wants to take over as CEO

The founder of Rockstar Energy acquires a significant stake in Celsius and seeks to become CEO.

Wendy’s Withdraws Outlook, Slashes Dividend as Turnaround Struggles to Take Hold

Wendy's has withdrawn its financial outlook and halved its dividend amid falling sales and traffic headwinds.

West Nile virus detected in nearly twice as many NYC mosquito pools as last year

Rockstar Owner Take-Two Confirms GTA 6 November Release Date Still on Track

Take-Two confirms the upcoming November release date for Grand Theft Auto VI remains on track during its Q1 2027 earnings.

Thailand: Injuries reported in active school shooting

An active school shooting near Bangkok has resulted in fatalities and multiple injuries, according to developing international reports.

‘Pervert glasses’: Backlash against Meta’s smart glasses grows

Lewis Hamilton Drops a Fresh Batch of Kim Kardashian Photos

Why is Amanda Knox's upcoming Edinburgh Fringe comedy show causing controversy?

Bills agree to 4-year, $78.4M deal with RG O'Cyrus Torrence

The Bills and right guard O'Cyrus Torrence have agreed to a four-year, $78.4 million contract extension ahead of the season.

Gausman and Holmes Debut

9 articles are tracking the Chicago Cubs and Kansas City Royals matchup alongside a notable player debut.

Trump Restarts Battle to Fire Sitting Fed Governor Lisa Cook

The White House has restarted efforts to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook following a Supreme Court ruling.

NBA star Brandon Clarke’s cause of death revealed

Authorities release the medical examiner's findings regarding the sudden death of NBA player Brandon Clarke.

Why SK Hynix’s $38 Billion Memory Splurge Is No Problem for Micron Stock

SK Hynix approved a massive chip plant investment, yet market reactions and broader implications remain heavily scrutinized.

Not one but TWO Marlins outfielders helped this Acuña HR over the wall

An unusual defensive mishap involving two outfielders gifted the Braves a home run during an 11-3 blowout.

'The Last House' Review: Greta Lee, Wagner Moura in Survival Thriller

6 major outlets review Netflix's new survival thriller 'The Last House' starring Greta Lee and Wagner Moura.

China's exports growth beats estimates in July, as AI-driven shipments surge

China's exports jumped almost a quarter in July, driven by a surging tech cycle and strong demand for artificial intelligence shipments.

Lionel Richie, Earth, Wind & Fire concert at San Francisco's Chase Center postponed last-minute due to medical emergency

A last-minute medical emergency forced the sudden postponement of a major San Francisco concert.

Two dead, including gunman, at school shooting in Thailand, officials say

SpaceX to Build Natural Gas Power Plants for Texas Chip Factory

What to do when Google Drive's Photos backup ends on August 10

OL Cole Hutson rejoins Texas after getting fifth year

Offensive lineman Cole Hutson has officially returned to the Texas football roster.

THQ Nordic Showcase 2026

Aces star targets heckling Fever fans in Indy before Chelsea Gray stuns Caitlin Clark in OT thriller

Hospital Video Captures Chaos as Earthquake Strikes Mid-Surgery

Viral video footage captures the exact moment a 7.1-magnitude earthquake strikes a hospital in Japan mid-surgery.

Environmental groups challenge FCC approval of startup’s plan to beam on-demand sunlight from space

Environmental groups are pushing the FCC to reverse its approval of a startup's controversial space mirror project.

'Grown Ups 3' Cast Revealed: Adam Sandler, Chris Rock and More

Production has officially started on Grown Ups 3, bringing back Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, and other returning cast members.

Everyone's talking about hormone therapy for menopause. Should I be on it?

Hormone replacement therapy use has nearly doubled since 2017 amid new guidelines and widespread public discussion.

Sources: Extension makes Titans' Peter Skoronski top-paid guard

Peter Skoronski secured a four-year, $100 million contract extension with the Tennessee Titans.

Doximity Stock Soars 55% After Earnings Miss. Its AI Can Beat Anthropic.

Andy Reid: I don’t know if Patrick Mahomes will play in the preseason

‘Descendants’ Franchise Expands With Movie Featuring Iconic Disney Sidekicks

Disney is expanding its 'Descendants' franchise with a new movie focusing on the children of iconic sidekicks.

The Super Bee Is Back: Dodge's Newest Charger Packs 600 Horsepower

Carson Beck throws for 188 yards, TD in impressive preseason debut

Carson Beck delivered an efficient preseason debut, throwing for 188 yards and a touchdown for the Cardinals.

Middle East live: Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey set to sign defence pact in Jeddah

Yankees To Sign Mitch Garver To Minor League Deal

Live updates: Several killed in Thailand school shooting rampage

Can Role Model move past his viral moment by leaning into authenticity?

Cloudflare launches Kitesurf, a browser built for AI agents

Brain-swelling disease carried by mosquitos is surging

‘Awkward’: Tony Dokoupil’s Fill-In Delivers CBS Evening News’ Best Ratings in Four Months

For the sixteenth straight week, ABC News World Tonight with David Muir remained the top program on all television.

American flown to a New Zealand hospital in a rare midwinter Antarctic rescue mission

An American expeditioner was transported to a New Zealand hospital following an unusual midwinter rescue operation in Antarctica.

Trump administration moves ahead with efforts to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook

The administration is reviving efforts to remove Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, reigniting a high-stakes battle over central bank independence.

Student shoots multiple people at a high school in Thailand, authorities say

A school shooting near Bangkok leaves multiple dead and injured as authorities investigate the suspect.

Australian aviation crew carries out daring midwinter Antarctica rescue

An Australian aviation crew has pulled off a daring midwinter Antarctic rescue amid extreme cold and darkness.

Ryan Murphy Spills on 'AHS' Season 13, Ariana Grande Exit; More 'Glee'

Stuart Fails To Save The Universe: Bernadette's Return Explained By Melissa Rauch

Melissa Rauch's surprising return as Bernadette in Stuart Fails to Save the Universe uncovers new details about The Big Bang Theory universe.

‘Alley Cats’ Review: Ricky Gervais’ Half-Crass, Half-Sappy, Mostly Unmemorable Netflix Cartoon

Critical reviews for Ricky Gervais’s new Netflix cartoon Alley Cats range widely from scathing to positive.

Adam Vinatieri: I love the Patriots, but Carlie Irsay-Gordon was my choice to induct me

Inside Beaverbrook, Tom Holland and Zendaya’s Bucolic British Wedding Venue

There’s A Man Living Inside A Billboard On Sunset Blvd.

US suffers unexpected job losses in July, markets dial back rate hike expectations

The U.S. economy unexpectedly lost thousands of jobs in July, creating a sharp political setback even as major stock indexes posted weekly gains.

‘Green and Pleasant’ No More, England Turns a Parched Brown

Plan to limit ‘vertical drinking’ decried by pub landlords and UK politicians

Iran’s oil exports stall and Kharg Island idles under US blockade

South Korean satellite captures before and after views of SpaceX rocket’s moon crash

Live updates: Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign NATO-style defense pact amid escalating Iran conflict

Lindsey Buckingham Reveals He and Ex Stevie Nicks Talk "All the Time" After Years-Long Rift

The Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeños Has Spread to 27 States

In Odesa, no-one is safe from Russia's new Black Sea strike campaign

Colin Farrell's Apple TV Sci-Fi Thriller Gets Perfect Season 2 Finale Sneak Peek [Exclusive]

Louisiana reporting at least 5 deaths from flesh-eating bacteria in seawater

Sunlight-powered setup generates quantum entanglement

Study reveals new role for tau, a top target for Alzheimer’s drug development

Pacific ministers fail to agree on China missile response