NASA and SpaceX clear Crew-13 to enter launch count for October 1 flight
Mission leaders voted ‘go’ after completing the Launch Readiness Review. Four crew members are scheduled to fly from Cape Canaveral to the International Space Station.
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PS Plus October games confirmed: what we know about F1 25’s DLC
F1 25, Hunt: Showdown 1896 and Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 arrive on October 6. Whether the racing game includes its 2026 expansion remains unconfirmed.
Norway teammates say Erling Haaland is unchanged after Manchester City verdict
Kristoffer Ajer and coach Ståle Solbakken say the striker remains focused as Norway prepare to face Wales in Cardiff. Their comments follow the finding against his club.
West Indies post record 405, but Gill’s 223 carries India to eight-wicket win
Three West Indies batters made centuries in Guwahati, but Shubman Gill’s unbeaten double hundred led India to 406-2 and a 2-0 series lead.
Swiss Football Association withdraws support for Gianni Infantino’s FIFA re-election bid
The association reversed its June endorsement after raising questions about FIFA governance and decision-making. Its decision adds to opposition before the 2027 presidential...
Club officials want Manchester City sanction settled this season
Senior football figures told BBC Sport they want a decision before the season ends, but the commission has yet to decide a sanction and City plans to appeal.
Australia’s ODI changes explained: Cummins returns, Marsh stays captain
Injuries and another failed run chase shaped Australia’s series finale against South Africa. Cummins and Starc returned, while Ollie Peake was recalled at number four.
Manchester City rivals say one-season relegation would be insufficient after financial ruling
Executives at several Premier League clubs want a severe sanction after an independent commission found Manchester City breached financial rules. City disputes the findings...
NASA station crew prepares for Crew-13 arrival while research continues
Expedition 75 cleared space and staged supplies for four arriving astronauts as NASA scheduled Crew-13 to launch and dock with the International Space Station on Oct. 1.
Federal Reserve finalizes changes to large-bank stress tests
The Fed will seek annual public input on scenarios and model changes, test large trading books against two market shocks, and begin averaging results for stress capital buffers...
Christine Lagarde calls France’s debt position serious as ratio reaches 119%
The ECB president said France needs a credible path to restore confidence. The latest official figures put public debt at 119.0% of GDP at the end of June.
Andy Burnham concerned about losing Manchester City owners as regulator monitors case
The Greater Manchester mayor praised the owners’ investment but said he would not intervene in the Premier League process. The football regulator says it is awaiting developments.
Arsenal surrender two-goal lead as Paris FC earn late Champions League draw
Alessia Russo and Georgia Stanway put Arsenal ahead in Paris, but Clara Mateo pulled a goal back and Maeline Mendy converted a late penalty after a disputed handball.
Cristiano Ronaldo leaves Portugal camp after Jorge Jesus denies rift
Ronaldo says he left Portugal’s training ground after speaking with federation president Pedro Proença. The captain has promised to explain his reasons later.
Politics
Downing Street tests public support for UK rejoining the EU
Officials have contacted thinktanks and pollsters as Andy Burnham puts EU membership among the options for Britain’s future relationship with the bloc.
Chris Bryant says Drumcree resolution is close as residents offer conditional acceptance
The Garvaghy Road Residents’ Coalition says it will accept a document drawn up by the Northern Ireland secretary’s team if the Orange Order accepts it. Its terms remain...
FTC confirms investigation into OpenAI, Anthropic and consumer risks from AI
The US regulator says it is examining whether AI companies’ conduct violates consumer protection law. Planned information demands and the probe’s precise scope remain unclear.
EDF Energy chief backs Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas projects
Simone Rossi says using North Sea resources while the UK cuts fossil fuel use is a ‘no-brainer’. Ministers have yet to decide whether the projects can proceed.