Culture Brian Cox Warns the Edinburgh Festival Risks ‘Imploding’ Over Rising Costs Actor Brian Cox warned that soaring costs could cause Edinburgh's festivals to implode without reform. August 31, 2026
Business Nvidia’s Revenue Doubles to a Record $96 Billion on Sustained AI Demand Nvidia posted record quarterly revenue of $96.2 billion, more than double a year earlier, on data-centre demand. August 31, 2026
Celebrity Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Return to the UK After Years Abroad The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have returned to the UK after six years in California, arriving as private citizens. August 31, 2026
Celebrity ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Holds the Top Spot at the Box Office Spider-Man: Brand New Day stayed number one at the box office more than a month after release. August 31, 2026
Business Luxury Brands Navigate a Cautious Summer as Shoppers Weigh Value The industry’s biggest names face slower growth and questions over pricing heading into autumn. August 31, 2026
Culture Europe’s Museums Roll Out an Ambitious Autumn of Exhibitions From Paris to London, major shows open in September, offering a full season of art across the continent. August 31, 2026
Celebrity Stars Descend on the Lido as the Venice Film Festival Gets Underway The world’s oldest film festival returns to the Italian coast, drawing directors, actors, and a crowded competition lineup. August 31, 2026
Politics Ukraine Announces Plans to Escalate Drone Strikes Against Russia President Zelenskyy said Ukraine plans to launch around 1,000 drones a day against Russian targets. August 31, 2026
Celebrity Dolly Parton, Beloved Country Music Icon, Dies at 80 Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at 80, leaving a towering legacy in music and philanthropy. August 31, 2026
Politics Trump Peace Council Urges Both Israel and Hamas to Uphold the Gaza Ceasefire The body called for a complete halt to military activity, warning Hamas against renewed firebomb-kite attacks while pressing Israel to limit its August 24, 2026