Important stories for the day (18-08-2023)

These events happened on this day, as reported by major news sources.

Concerns over Modern Warfare 3 being a rip-off, optimism for Starfield, and love for Advance Wars discussed in today's Games Inbox.

Texas business owner asking for public help to keep business going.

NFL RBs face financial squeeze & potential extinction due to changing game.

Sonam Kapoor Ahuja finds inspiration in her father Anil Kapoor, who is eager to start each day as if it's his first.

AP updates standards for newsrooms to ensure responsible use of AI in reporting.

I'm owning my decisions; I'm proud to be my own hero!

Fireballs shooting out of plane wing cause fear: "It's gonna go down".

Karan Sangwan, former Unacademy teacher, speaks out after leaving the company.

Variety lists the 50 most influential hip-hop execs, with Black execs leading the way.

Atlanta honors the legacy of Jim Maddox, who served on city council for many years and passed away at age 88.

Ronan Keating seeks healing with family in South Africa following his brother's tragic death.

Eric Roberts has starred in 600+ films & won't stop: "I'm a showbiz 'prostitute'".

Passengers on a Vistara flight from Delhi to Pune were safely deplaned after a bomb threat was received.

Paul Merson predicts outcome of Tottenham-Manchester United match as Premier League resumes.

Rachel Riley won't back Man Utd if they re-sign Mason Greenwood.

Sam Allardyce: Maguire snubbed West Ham due to his agent's connection.

Ukrainian Humvee drives over a mine, crew survives terrifying experience.

Ex-Scindia loyalist Samandar Patel leaves in massive convoy of 1200 cars to return to Congress in Bhopal.

Danniella Westbrook leaves social media after facing harassment from online bullies.

TikTok star feared death after falling onto lava rocks in Hawaii.

Pilot dies in tragic collision of two gliders in mid-air.

TV star faced an intimidating situation when an angry tractor driver confronted them for asking him to slow down for their horse.

11 schoolgirls hospitalized in Goa after being pepper-sprayed by fellow students; CM orders investigation.

Chinese social media filled with racist content targeting Black people.

Busy moms don't need foundation with this product that blurs pores and smoothes skin, saving them time.

Grow your online business by getting 6 certifications to help you level up.

Entrepreneur alleges DOJ is hiding the fact that her firm's multi-million dollar federal contract was stolen.

Nora Fatehi boosts her look with an expensive mini backpack (photos included).

Unhoused man poses as student in Atlanta school to seek help.

Vegan pop-up to become a permanent restaurant in Atlanta.

Black families disproportionately carry debt due to Parent PLUS Loans.

Drag Race star addresses speculation of romance after Alan Carr picture is posted.

Ireland 2 wickets down as Jasprit Bumrah takes two wickets in the first over of the 1st T20I against India.

Omega Psi Phi & AFSP team up to combat suicide.

Marcus, 32, suggests Larsa, 49, may be getting married, despite Michael's disapproval.

12-year-old is CEO of family skincare business after mom's support.

AI can empower systemic racism, making existing disparities in society more pronounced.

AIG Raj Jit Singh has been declared a proclaimed offender in a drugs smuggling case in Punjab.

Little Rock School District teaches AP African American Studies despite state laws forbidding it.

Developer of Smite wants to use AI to replicate actors' voices after they pass away.

Madonna, 65, celebrates being alive after facing health challenges, expressing gratitude on her birthday.

Friday night's match between Nottingham Forest and Sheffield United won't be televised.

Pall of despair covers Dogawan and Kasrawad.

ATL will soon have a new private airport terminal, with a dedicated TSA lane for travelers.

Global Black Economic Forum and Starnews Mobile partner to support Black entrepreneurs in achieving success.

Shannon Sharpe joins Stephen A. Smith as co-host on ESPN's "First Take."

The Tuohy family is shocked by the accusations and are considering ending the conservatorship they had set up.

This year, not many diamonds have made it to the Panna office.

Jamie Foxx thanks fans for their support and updates them on his health.

Conference equips faith communities to take action on racial health disparities.

Teen found guilty of murdering his parents, who were former NFL player Antonio Armstrong and his wife.

Programs and grants to help Black creators get the funding they need to launch and grow their businesses. Black content creators get access to grants and programs to help them launch and grow their business.

A truck carrying CNG cylinders overturned near Bhadbhada Square but no one was injured.

Beenie Man gave an unexpected performance to entertain passengers stranded on a grounded plane.

Connecticut's Black Wall Street Festival returns to the New Haven Green for another year.

Lawsuits allege conspiracy led to Emmitt Smith's Las Vegas restaurant failing.

Ten Hag supports Mount to take on a new challenge at United.

App helps Black-owned businesses provide shelter from dangerous weather conditions.

Celebrate World Photography Day 2023 with 6 stunning photos by ace photographers, inspiring you to explore India's beauty.