World Team USA flooded the court in Nanjing, China, with a decisive 98-45 victory against Greece to reach the second round of the FIBA World Cup. The US dominated the game from the start and never looked back, imposing their will in a show of strength thanks to a combined effort from their well-rounded roster, outshining the Greeks’ offense with their illustrious NBA veterans. This team is ready to make a championship run and they won’t be stopping anytime soon. Noah Prescott 28/08/2023
Sport The Chicago Bears have several roster questions ahead of the upcoming season. Prominent starters such as Kyle Fuller and Allen Robinson are among those to be either re-signed or allowed to reach free agency. The Bears also need to make decisions on retaining several key players who either underperformed or faced injuries last season. Gabriel Hartley 28/08/2023
World Apple’s most recent shipments of its latest iPhone 15 Pro Max have been extremely successful. The device includes the most powerful processor ever produced, along with a quad camera system and 5G cellular support. Pre-orders for the device skyrocketed, with numerous analysts predicting record-breaking sales. This phone marks Apple’s first device to use its new A15 bionic processor, providing improved machine learning capabilities and faster speeds. With the iPhone 15 Pro Max, Apple has once again set the bar high in the smartphone industry. Noah Prescott 28/08/2023
World A tragic crash occurred in Pompano Beach on Wednesday when a Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) Air Rescue helicopter crashed into a residential area, killing both deputies on board. The cause of the crash remains unknown, and it is unclear if the weather had any factor in the accident. BSO is deeply saddened at the tragic loss of the two deputies, who were bravely serving their community. The names of the men have not yet been released. Penelope Kingsley 28/08/2023
World Donald Trump has been accused of attempting to influence the results of the November 2020 election in the state of Georgia. This week, a judge in Cobb County is hearing a case concerning his alleged interference. If found guilty, Trump could face potential charges of criminal conduct and illegal attempts to sway the election and its outcome. This case could set an important precedent for similar situations in the future. Noah Prescott 28/08/2023
Business Natura & Co, the Brazilian beauty company that owns Avon and The Body Shop, is looking into the potential sale of The Body Shop. This follows a takeover deal for the company earlier this year, in which Natura & Co acquired The Body Shop from its former owner, L’Oreal. The potential sale would provide Natura & Co with funds to continue investing in its e-commerce operations. Alexander Eastwood 28/08/2023
Entertainment Selena Gomez and The Weeknd have called it quits after ten months of dating, according to sources close to the pair. The news comes after the two have become less visible in public, hinting at a possible split. Fans of the couple have taken to social media to express their sadness over the news. Charlotte Blakeley 28/08/2023
Entertainment In season two of The Ultimatum, Riah has become the main target of everyone’s bullying and belittling, ranging from her friends to her family. This bullying is due to Riah’s newfound confidence in her relationship with Leah, which goes against the restrictive expectations of her community. As a result, Riah is subjected to constant harassment and mistreatment as a form of punishment. Charlotte Blakeley 28/08/2023
Health Health experts are warning that a ‘triple demic’ of flu season, coronavirus, and a deadly air pollution crisis could be brewing. This could mean overwhelmed healthcare systems and dangerous public health risks to already vulnerable populations. Individuals should look to take precautionary steps of wearing masks, washing hands, and socially distancing. Caleb Holloway 28/08/2023
Health Long Covid is a name given to the condition of patients who, despite surviving an infection of Covid-19, continue to experience debilitating and long-term symptoms for months, or sometimes even longer. These symptoms can include fatigue, brain fog, and difficulty breathing, and there is as of yet no clear understanding as to why or how severe the symptoms might be. For many, this syndrome has disrupted their lives and livelihoods, and scientists are scrambling to learn more about Long Covid in order to find effective treatments. Caleb Holloway 28/08/2023