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Missouri beats Kansas 38-21 for fifth straight Border War win — 11hMissouri defeated Kansas 38-21 in Lawrence, extending its Border War winning streak to five straight and its first trip across the state line since 2005. Quarterback Austin Simmons threw for 292 yards and three touchdowns as Jamal Roberts ran for 125 yards, while Missouri’s defense and timely turnovers, including second-half stops by Robert Woodyard, helped seal the win.

Sam Okafor Simmons throwing three touchdowns while Roberts ran for 125 yards shows a balanced attack that Kansas couldn't match.

UK Economy Grows 0.4% in July, Beating Forecasts — 1dBritain’s July GDP rose 0.4%, led by services and supported by a resilient economy that has outpaced expectations and maintained growth momentum into Q3; analysts note the oil-price surge from Middle East tensions could test the inflation and BoE path, while some commentators warn the pickup may reflect seasonal effects. The data reinforce a bright start to 2025’s second half and support forecasts of stronger 2026 growth, even as the BoE weighs higher inflation risks and policy responses.

Marcus Bell Good news on growth but oil prices from the Middle East could still push inflation higher and complicate things for the Bank.

Barcola Limps Off With Apparent Calf Injury — 2dBradley Barcola, making his Liverpool starting debut in the Champions League against Atletico Madrid, limped off with a calf injury in the second half and was replaced by Víctor Muñoz, walking off the pitch without a stretcher. The $166 million signing from PSG had looked lively in his first appearance for Liverpool, with teammates consoling him as he exited and the incident marking a setback early in his Anfield tenure.

Marcus Bell At that transfer fee it's a real setback if he misses multiple games, especially with the Champions League schedule ahead.

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IQE posts 43% revenue growth but still reports a net loss — 5dIQE plc reported a stronger half-year performance, with AI data-centre demand lifting orders and profitability as it reiterates full-year guidance; the group also disclosed plans to move to the London Main Market in 2027 and to expand Indium Phosphide capacity to meet rising demand. Across sources, revenue was about 64.6 million pounds for the half-year, with a shift from a previous loss to profitability and continued momentum into the second half under an upbeat outlook for AI infrastructure and defence markets.

Tom Gallagher % growth is impressive but still posting a net loss shows how far they need to go before this AI hype actually pays off for shareholders.

Illinois holds off UAB 42-23 behind a halftime Hail Mary — Sep 4, 2026Illinois forced a 42-23 win over UAB despite being outgained, with transfer QB Katin Houser delivering 13-for-17 for 182 yards and three touchdowns and a dramatic 54-yard Hail Mary at halftime. UAB piled up 413 yards but hurt itself with nine penalties and red-zone stalls, and Illinois sealed it with a late interception returned for a touchdown after taking control in the second half.

Chris Dalton UAB outgained them by a ton but nine penalties and stalling in the red zone will kill you every time.

Real Madrid tops La Liga after Mbappé hat-trick — Aug 26, 2026Kylian Mbappé scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad 4-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu in the opening match of the 2026-27 La Liga season, with the side pulling away after a first-half equaliser. Mourinho, back for a second spell, oversaw a dominant second half as Mbappé’s form—following a 25-goal previous season—fuels Ballon d'Or chatter and Real Madrid’s title ambitions.

Gemdale Gold Reports Q2 2026 Net LossesBusiness — Aug 26, 2026Gemdale Gold and Vior Gold posted losses for the second quarter and first half of 2026, reflecting a challenging earnings environment. Viomi similarly reported a sharp year‑over‑year revenue decline tied to subsidy withdrawals, while VIB Vermögen said its first half results were in line with plan despite lower rental income and FFO, signaling mixed corporate resilience.

Kejelcha Regains World Half Marathon Record Buenos Aires — Aug 23, 2026Ethiopia’s Yomif Kejelcha regained the men’s world half-marathon record with a 56:51 in Buenos Aires, slicing 29 seconds off the previous mark and surpassing Kiplimo’s time, though ratification is pending. Fotyen Tesfay won the women’s race in 1:03:57 as Kejelcha’s feat underscored his status as a leading distance runner.

Daniels leads Buccaneers comeback to beat Chiefs — Aug 23, 2026The Tampa Bay Buccaneers rallied to defeat the Kansas City Chiefs in a high-profile preseason showdown, with undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels providing the spark in the second half and leading key scoring drives. Kansas City, missing Patrick Mahomes, leaned on Harrison Butker’s three first-half field goals, but costly misses late thwarted their chances as Baker Mayfield’s limited action and the Bucs’ other contributors helped seal the win.

Airbus Plans September 2026 A350F Maiden Flight — Aug 18, 2026Airbus is targeting a September maiden flight for the A350F freighter, with a possible slip to early October, as it pushes toward certification and a first delivery in the second half of 2027 to compete with Boeing in the cargo market.

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Beijing Humanoid Games Highlight Robot Speed and Reliability — Aug 22, 2026Honor’s Lightning humanoid robot ran 100 metres in 9.32 seconds, shaving 0.26 seconds off Usain Bolt’s human world record and signaling rapid advances in robotics ahead of the World Humanoid Robot Games. The feat underscores China’s push to develop humanoid AI and robotics for manufacturing, logistics and other applications, with Lightning previously winning a Beijing half marathon and now shown at heightened speed and capability.

Salah Nets First Trabzonspor Goals in 2-1 Win — Aug 23, 2026Mohamed Salah scored a brace to lead Trabzonspor to a 2-1 win over Istanbul Başakşehir, marking his first goals for the Turkish club and his first Süper Lig start after joining from Liverpool. His goals, coming inside the opening and early second-half periods, secured the victory and underscored his immediate impact for Trabzonspor this season.

Chinese Half-Marathon ‘Winner’ Stripped of Medal After Video Shows Suspicious FinishOpinion — Apr 20, 2024The announced first-place winner and the three men tied for second place behind him in April 14th’s Beijing Half-Marathon have been stripped of their medals and prize money after an investigation showed that three of…

Fears of Second US Coronavirus Wave Rise on Worrisome Spike in Cases, HospitalizationsReporting — Jun 12, 2020About half a dozen states including Texas and Arizona are grappling with a rising number of coronavirus patients filling hospital beds, fanning concerns that the reopening of the U.S. economy may spark a second wave of…

Torres Nets Twice as PSG Draw Rennes — Aug 23, 2026Ferran Torres rescued Paris Saint-Germain with a two-goal surge in the second half to complete a 2-2 comeback from 0-2 down against Rennes in his PSG debut, after arriving from Barcelona and entering at halftime. The match was played at Roazhon Park due to a damaged Parc des Princes pitch, and Torres’ goals highlighted a dramatic opening round draw as PSG sought momentum for the season.

Griezmann brace powers Orlando City into MLS playoffs — Aug 23, 2026Antoine Griezmann scored twice in the second half to power Orlando City’s 2-1 comeback win over Real Salt Lake, including a late 81st-minute winner that helped the club climb into playoff contention. The French forward’s leadership has sparked a remarkable run, with multiple goals contributing to Orlando’s improved form and fan excitement since his arrival.

Dubai International Airport records 31% traffic drop amid Iran war disruption — Aug 26, 2026Dubai International Airport recorded a about 31% drop in first-half passenger traffic due to the Iran war and resulting Gulf airspace disruptions, with 31.5 million travelers in H1 2026 and 13 million in the second quarter; however, officials say activity is gradually recovering as more international routes and capacity return. The airport remains optimistic about a return to stronger demand and connectivity later in the year as carriers resume services and load factors rebalance.

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Jeep Recon EV Reaches 670 HP, Range DropsAuto — Aug 29, 2026Jeep has quietly raised the Recon EV’s official horsepower to 670 hp, delivering 0–60 mph in 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 112 mph, while trimming estimated range to 230 miles (base), 222 miles (Moab), and 240 miles (Overland). The price starts around $66,995 before fees, with dealers already offering modest discounts pre-launch as Stellantis’ brands ride positive half-year sales, and the Recon’s configurator shows the company’s push toward its first fully electric off-roader amid broader market dynamics.

Shinhan Financial Reports Record First-Half Profit — Jul 23, 2026Shinhan Financial Group posted record quarterly profits and a robust first half, with second-quarter net profit of 1.82 trillion won and full-year-first-half net profit of 3.44 trillion won, driven by a stock-market rally and stronger non-interest income from brokerage and asset management. Shinhan Investment’s first-half net profit surged 123.1% to 577.7 billion won, while Shinhan Life improved its CSM and capital adequacy despite a year-on-year dip in net profit, reflecting broader strength across the group’s non-bank units.

Kevin Costner Breaks Silence on Potential Return to ‘Yellowstone’ for Final SeasonReporting — Apr 11, 2024Actor Kevin Costner commented Tuesday about his career and more specifically about the mystery surrounding what the second half of the final season of “Yellowstone” might look like. Amid reported tensions between the…

Cheney Sets Second Fundraising Record Amid Feud With GOPReporting — Jul 13, 2021Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) has had her share of differences with Congressional Republican leaders and former President Donald Trump during the first half of the year. Despite those differences, the Wyoming Congresswoman…

hVIVO expands orderbook to £65m, signals H2 reboundBusiness — Jul 23, 2026hVIVO reported a first-half revenue of £16.3 million, with the order book more than doubled to £65 million, supporting expectations for a stronger second half and full-year growth overall. The company, now operating under one integrated brand, expects negative mid-single-digit EBITDA in H1 but positive EBITDA in H2 as contract work accelerates and visibility improves into 2027 and beyond.

Bengals 27-9 Preseason Win Over Bears — Aug 23, 2026The Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Chicago Bears 27-9 in the preseason as 40-year-old journeyman Josh Johnson threw two touchdown passes and piled up 156 yards, with Dohnte Meyers showing as a roster-depth contributor. In the second half, Sean Clifford led a scoring drive and connected for a 20-yard TD to Noah Thomas to push the lead to 24-9, underscoring Cincinnati's quarterback depth in the split-squad game.

Hardly Anyone Used Pentagon Abortion Policy Biden Admin Fought GOP Senator Over For MonthsReporting — Jun 5, 2024Service members took advantage of the Pentagon’s covered abortion travel policy 12 times during the second half of 2023, the Pentagon said Tuesday. The policy, which came into effect in early 2023 to counteract…

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