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3 dead in Wisconsin quarry likely knew killer, officials say

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 08:45:57 -0400

Investigators say three men found slain in a western Wisconsin quarry likely knew the person or people who killed them

AP Interview: US calls on China to be responsible power

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 07:47:30 -0400

A senior U.S. diplomat has called on China to look beyond differences and work with the United States on difficult global issues such as climate and the COVID-19 pandemic as a responsible global power

At least 7 killed in 20-car pileup in Utah during sandstorm

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 07:44:10 -0400

Utah Highway Patrol says 20 vehicles were involved in a pileup crash during a sandstorm that killed at least seven people

China calls US policy 'misguided' in high-level talks

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 05:06:17 -0400

America’s No. 2 diplomat is in China to meet with top Foreign Ministry officials

California's largest fire burns homes as blazes scorch West

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:30:50 -0400

California’s largest wildfire merged with a smaller blaze and destroyed homes in remote areas with limited access for firefighters

Sparked by pandemic fallout, homeschooling surges across US

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 02:56:07 -0400

Some U.S. parents say they're planning to continue to homeschool their children, even as schools resume in-person classes

1 deputy killed, 1 wounded in standoff at California home

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 02:07:25 -0400

The mayor of a California city says one deputy has died and another is wounded following a shooting during a standoff at a home

Today in History

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 00:01:18 -0400

Today in History Today is Monday, July 26, the 207th day of 2021. There are 158 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On July 26, 1775, the Continental Congress established a Post Office and appointed Benjamin Franklin its Postmaster-General. On this date: In 1788, New York became the 11th state to ratify the U.S. Constitution. In 1847, the western African country of Liberia, founded by freed American slaves, declared its independence. In 1908, U.S. Attorney General Charles J. Bonaparte ordered creation of a force of special agents that was a forerunner of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. In 1945, the Potsdam Declaration warned Imperial Japan to unconditionally surrender, or face “prompt and utter destruction.” Winston Churchill resigned as Britain’s prime minister after his Conservatives were soundly defeated by the Labour Party; Clement Attlee succeeded him. In 1953, Fidel Castro began his revolt against Fulgencio Batista (fool-HEN’-see-oh bah-TEES’-tah)...

1960s civil rights activist Robert Moses has died

Sun, 25 Jul 2021 22:52:28 -0400

Moses led black voter registration drives in the American South during the 1960s

Airports in the US West dealing with shortage of jet fuel

Sun, 25 Jul 2021 18:30:01 -0400

A shortage of jet fuel, coupled with supply chain issues and an urgent demand from firefighting aircraft, continues to cause problems at airports around the West

iPhone 12 Pro vs iPhone 12 Pro Max: what's different between Apple’s best phones?

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:54:27 +0000

Which iPhone 12 Pro model is for you? We try to help you decide with our piece looking at the two top handsets.

iPad mini 6 might borrow one of the iPad Pro (2021)'s big screen features

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:23:48 +0000

Apple's upcoming small-form iPad mini sounds increasingly like the iPad Pro, and a report says it'll have the same display.

This devious Mac malware has developers in its crosshairs

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:22:55 +0000

Mac malware has learnt new tricks to keep security researchers on their toes.

LG 2021 OLED TV line-up for the UAE

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:22:52 +0000

LG OLED TVs are getting a new processor along with Arabic support for voice controls

The best POS system for your business in 2021

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:20:16 +0000

Look no further for the best POS system solutions available today: We’ve done all the research and found the best point of sale systems for restaurants, retail, and more.

There’s almost certainly a spy in your office - it could even be you

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:10:37 +0000

One or more of your colleagues is probably feeding information to nation state actors.

Mac users may have to wait to get one of the iPhone’s best features

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:03:38 +0000

Apple’s Face ID tech may not come to Macs for a ‘couple’ of years.

Why do all the biggest websites keep falling apart?

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:03:21 +0000

The chances are this will not the the last major website outage this year.

Best laptop 2021: top picks for every user and every budget

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:01:58 +0000

Our best laptop 2021 guide can help you find the perfect device, no matter what your budget is.

Nothing Ear 1 app goes live on Play Store revealing key features

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 11:52:03 +0000

Ahead of the launch next week, the Nothing Ear 1 app has gone live on the Google Play Store which reveals some key features of the TWS.

Lions hit back at Erasmus social media criticism

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 13:48:00 BST

Steve Tandy and Mako Vunipola have both responded after Rassie Erasmus again took to social media to criticise the British and Irish Lions.

Van Dijk in contention to return against Hertha Berlin

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 13:44:00 BST

Virgil van Dijk could make his return from long-term injury in Liverpool's pre-season friendly against Hertha Berlin on Thursday, says manager Jurgen Klopp.

PSG expected to make Pogba move with new Man Utd deal unlikely

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 13:09:00 BST

Paris Saint-Germain are expected to make their interest in Paul Pogba formal in the near future, with the Manchester United midfielder seemingly unlikely to sign a new contract at Old Trafford.

Ramla Ali beaten after historic Games bout

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:25:00 BST

Ramla Ali's historic appearance for Somalia at the Olympic Games ended in a unanimous decision defeat to Claudia Nechita in Tokyo.

Tottenham complete Gil-Lamela swap deal with Sevilla

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 13:09:00 BST

Tottenham have signed winger Bryan Gil from Sevilla, with Erik Lamela joining the Spanish side in a swap-plus-cash deal.

Rosberg's verdict on F1's 'battle of generations' and crash

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 13:00:00 BST

Sky F1's Nico Rosberg believes the "generational battle" for Formula 1's world title between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton will continue to spark all the way through the season with further flashpoints inevitable.

Dimi: The master won - but the apprentice will be back

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 13:00:00 BST

Dimitri Van den Bergh hailed Peter Wright as the "master" but insisted the "apprentice" will be back as he surrendered his World Matchplay crown after an admirable title defence upon his Winter Gardens bow.

Man Utd close to agreement with Varane on personal terms

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:24:00 BST

Manchester United are close to a full agreement in principle on personal terms with the representatives of Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane.

Cahill rues 'disaster' maor foirne rule

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:30:00 BST

Liam Cahill was watching on desperately as Galway came storming back in the final quarter against his Waterford team, as the Tribesmen reduced the gap from 16 points down to three.

'The Hundred has been a success but we must keep learning'

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:00:00 BST

Sky Sports' Nasser Hussain has reflected on the the launch of The Hundred, hailing the new 100-ball tournament a success, but he believes questions must keep being asked of the new format to ensure it best serves it purpose in attracting new fans to the game.