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Elections

Zambian Courts Access Blocked as Election Petition Deadline Nears

Access to Zambian courts has been prevented as the deadline for filing petitions against the recent presidential election approaches, according to BBC.

WH News Aug 24, 2026

Europe

Norway’s King Harald Health Worsens, Palace Says

The health of Norway's King Harald V has deteriorated, with the palace confirming he is receiving antibiotics for a bacterial blood infection. His condition remains stable, according to the statement.

WH News Aug 24, 2026

Celebrity

Divorce, smartphones and control – BBC sees how Taliban run Afghanistan

In Afghanistan, the Taliban's governance is marked by strict control over personal matters such as divorce and technology use, according to a BBC report.

WH News Aug 24, 2026

Middle East

Can Nigeria cash in on Iran war?

The US-Israel war on Iran has pushed Nigeria to expand its gas production, according to Nigeria’s minister of state for petroleum resources, Ekperikpe Ekpo, who spoke to Al Jazeera.

WH News Aug 24, 2026

Travel

American Airlines Seeks Growth Amid Industry Challenges and Premium Shift

American Airlines is pushing to close its profit gap with Delta and United by increasing premium seating and reintroducing seatback screens, according to a recent announcement. The carrier also plans to launch a new Chicago-to-Tokyo route in 2027.

WH News Aug 24, 2026

Asia Pacific

Australian Shark Attack Victim Grateful for ‘Second Chance at Life’

An Australian woman who survived a shark attack at a popular Sydney beach says she has been given a 'second chance at life,' according to the BBC.

WH News Aug 24, 2026

Cricket

Ex-Cricket Captains Urge Proper Care for Imran Khan

A group of former cricket captains has called on Pakistan to ensure ex-PM Imran Khan receives proper medical care while in custody, according to the BBC.

WH News Aug 24, 2026

Movies

Kevin Feige’s Record $360M ‘Brand New Day’ and Marvel’s Expanding Universe

Kevin Feige has broken his own box office record, with 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' grossing $360 million in its domestic debut, surpassing 'Avengers: Endgame.'

WH News Aug 24, 2026

American Football

NFL Preseason Week 2 Overreactions: Sanders, Daniels, and Mendoza

The second week of the NFL preseason brought mixed performances from rookie quarterbacks, sparking overreactions about potential starting roles and team adjustments.

WH News Aug 24, 2026

Music

Shelley Fabares, ‘Johnny Angel’ singer and TV star, dies at 82

Shelley Fabares, the actress and singer known for her role in 'The Donna Reed Show' and the hit song 'Johnny Angel,' has died at 82 in Los Angeles.

WH News Aug 24, 2026

Leaders

Hayden Panettiere Mom Blasts Critics and Accuses Boyfriend

Lesley Vogel, mother of late actress Hayden Panettiere, criticized Gayle King and Megyn Kelly for their responses to her comments about her daughter’s death, saying, 'It’s shameful.'

WH News Aug 24, 2026

Europe

Serbia Seeks International Help as Wildfires Rage

Serbia has requested international assistance from the European Union and Russia to combat wildfires sweeping the Balkans, according to a report from Al Jazeera. The country is facing a surge in blazes amid high temperatures and dry conditions.

WH News Aug 23, 2026

Football

Barcelona Trounce Elche 5-0 as Raphinha and Lopez Score Braces

Barcelona secured a 5-0 victory over Elche in their La Liga opener, with Raphinha and Fermin Lopez scoring twice each, according to Al Jazeera.

WH News Aug 23, 2026

Asia Pacific

Indiana Town Frustrated After 12-Day Power Outage

A former industrial town in Indiana has been without power for 12 days following severe storms on 11 August. Wind gusts reached 99 mph, leaving nearly 30,000 customers still without electricity as of Sunday, according to Nipsco.

WH News Aug 23, 2026

Football

Elche vs. Barcelona La Liga Match Live on Aug. 23

Elche faces Barcelona in the first La Liga match of the 2026/27 season on Aug. 23, with Barcelona as heavy favorites after a dominant previous campaign. According to Sports Illustrated, the match kicks off at 3:30 p.m. ET.

WH News Aug 23, 2026