Important stories for the day (20-08-2024)

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

Readers share their thoughts on potential Gamescom 2024 announcements, the enduring appeal of Silent Hill 2, and rumored leaks about a new Nintendo Switch model.

Emma and Matt Willis of Love Is Blind stir up controversy with their revealing photoshoot.

Hands-on preview of the new Nintendo horror game Emio - The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club.

A man from Australia is in a coma after being seriously hurt in a moped crash while in Bali.

Final dates arranged for inquest into toddler who was missing for a long time.

A web-based bookie receives a huge penalty for breaking ad rules

Trump agrees to use AI-generated images of pop star Taylor Swift.

Indore is experiencing a hot and sunny day on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, with clear skies and no signs of rain.

An infant left unsupervised at a daycare resulted in an inquiry and employees being suspended.

Study reveals that individuals exposed to mine fire experience accelerated lung aging, equivalent to almost five years of normal aging.

Popular fast food restaurants penalized by environmental group

Harris unexpectedly appeared on stage at the Chicago convention.

The trend is about being modest and attentive on social media.

A lawyer is in disbelief after surviving a superyacht disaster.

Denver residents to vote on record-breaking sales tax in November.

Improve yourself during Virgo season with personalized tarot horoscope predictions for your zodiac sign.

Families are struggling with the high cost of living and responding in a serious manner.

US intelligence believes Iran is responsible for the recent cyber attacks against the campaigns of President Trump and Vice President Harris.

Morgan Stanley's Jonathan Bloomer, along with 5 others, remains missing after a yacht capsized in Italy.

Denver residents to vote on city's biggest sales tax in November.

TMC MP urges protesting doctors in Kolkata to return to work before Supreme Court hearing on rape-murder case.

Sydney Water has confirmed that drinking water contains harmful "forever chemicals," which can have long-lasting effects.

Tony Abbott's planted tree was vandalized again.

Australian music festival announces upcoming event despite previous cancellations.

The top locations to increase your chances of winning the lottery.

Denver residents will decide on a record-breaking sales tax increase this November.

I felt confident until men made fun of me.

Train service suspended indefinitely on railway line.

Actress Rose Ayling-Ellis, known for her roles in EastEnders and Strictly, will make TV history with her latest role.

London Bridge stabbing stopped by NHS staff forming human shield.

London will be hit with severe rainfall due to Hurricane Ernesto, disrupting summer vacation plans.

Australians prepare for a heartbreaking summer of drowning incidents.

Social media scrolling may be exacerbating your boredom, according to a recent study.

Denver residents to vote on biggest sales tax in city's history this November.

Rahul Gandhi, Congress leader, honors his father and ex-PM Rajiv Gandhi on his 80th birthday, promises to continue his legacy.

A nutritionist recommends the ideal post-festival meal.

Celebrate a decade of Womanizer toys by giving yourself (and your partner) an orgasm you can count on.

BBC's chilling thriller caused the largest strike in UK.

NHS workers create barrier to prevent London Bridge attacker from stabbing.

Study finds areas with lowest number of childcare centers in Australia Study shows parts of Australia with fewest childcare centers

Malaysia Airlines had to land in Alice Springs due to a technical problem.

A man was fined $80,000 for having 71 dead kangaroos on his property.

Denver residents will have the opportunity to vote on the city's biggest sales tax increase ever this November.

A real-life TV couple got married after having their first child.

Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon and her footballer partner share news of second baby on the way.

Gary Neville chooses unexpected Arsenal player to keep an eye on this year.

Joe Biden cried in his goodbye speech.

Taylor Swift is all smiles as she embraces the family of a victim of a stabbing in Southport.

Manchester United is changing its strategy in the pursuit of Manuel Ugarte, causing a twist in the situation.

Actor from Reservoir Dogs, Michael Madsen, arrested for domestic violence.

Morgan Stanley CEO missing after yacht accident.

Interarch Building Products' public offering has been subscribed 6.86 times on the second day.

Actress Helen Flanagan reveals raunchy secret while flirting with a group of men.

Two teenagers face murder charges in the fatal shooting of 37-year-old TV personality Johnny Wactor.

Learn about what happens to your pension after you pass away.

Fans of Emmerdale are outraged by the shocking death of Piper the dog and are expressing their horror on social media.

Injuries plague Strictly Come Dancing 2024 contestant before first live show.

19-year-old British woman dies in Ibiza after falling from hotel balcony.

Former Liverpool star Jamie Carragher predicts Chelsea's Premier League campaign will be a difficult one.

TV celebrity finally confirms that he will not be making a comeback to Hollyoaks after a long period of uncertainty.

Man Utd believes Chelsea will bid for £40M player.

Coronation Street actress Hayley Tamaddon shares details about her young son's scary accident.

Rock legend of 70s forced to leave group due to hospitalization.

Who was present on Mike Lynch's high-end Bayesian boat?

Gemma Collins was emotionally affected by the terrifying experience of surviving a storm that caused a superyacht to sink in Sicily.

Vardy reveals reason for taunting Tottenham fans during Leicester's draw.

Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher disagree over Raheem Sterling's controversial statement.

Real Sociedad leader provides important update on Arsenal's pursuit of Mikel Merino.

Rahul Gandhi avoids addressing questions about the recent rape and murder case in Kolkata, causing widespread anger. (VIDEO)

Blake Lively should apologize for her repeated use of a transphobic slur.

Surprising documentary about chimp compared to Dolly Parton and Tiger King has shocked viewers.

UK TV channel changes name again, a pointless move.

Emmerdale veteran's smugness fades when his successor is announced.

Pokémon World Championship finalist kicked out for making offensive gesture during competition.

Sponsor of Premier League team denies connection to cockfighting, causing discomfort among fans.

Manchester United have reached an agreement to sell a 22-year-old player at a reduced price.

"Examining the sunken Bayesian yacht off Sicily's coast."

Famous alternative group wasted time on concerts as fans are uninterested.

Despite my dislike for Emily in Paris, I find myself unable to stop watching it.

A powerful supercomputer forecasts a surprising champion and predicts disappointment for Max Verstappen at the Dutch Grand Prix.

Morrisons will reverse a significant change in supermarkets after realizing they have taken it too far.

Actor John Clegg, known for his roles in Dad's Army and It Ain't Half Hot Mum, passes away at 90 years old.

The world's oldest person, who was 117 years old, has passed away.

What would Enzo Maresca's Chelsea starting lineup look like with Joao Felix?

James Bond veteran actor believes he can still play iconic role for a few more years.

Uddhav Thackeray calls for speedy trial in Badlapur school sex abuse case, mentions inability to bring Shakti Bill due to government change.

Fans of Billie Piper are captivated by her role in Netflix's new series and her remarkable transformation.

Possible pairings for Strictly Come Dancing 2024 may have been hinted at with a noticeable clue.

Spurs captain William Gallas says team can only hope for a mediocre season.

Putin has blocked George and Amal Clooney's philanthropic organization in Russia, calling them "activists for fairness."

Hip-hop artist creates explicit cosmetic collection featuring offensive lip gloss names like "yellow discharge".

Richard Madeley pulls out of Good Morning Britain unexpectedly at the last minute.

The rumored trailer suggests that Red Dead Redemption 2 will be available on Xbox Series X/S and PS5.

Researchers studying the cloth believed to have wrapped Jesus' body discover major advancement.

British travelers are being cautioned about potential visa requirements for summer trips to Europe.

Emmerdale cast congratulates Katie Hill on new career outside of show.

Ronnie O’Sullivan continues to advance in the Xi’an Grand Prix, while other top players are eliminated.

Kids these days are spending a lot of money on skincare, even at a young age. This is a sign of the times.

A man from Britain dies in Spain after being struck on the head with a hoe.

TV is facing challenges as the cancellation of The Acolyte demonstrates.

Ex-Chelsea player Petit advises current player to be quiet and remain humble after harsh comments.

Large groups of people in Southport greeted King with cheers as he visited survivors of a recent knife attack.

Teenager Tathya Sachdev triumphs over Shahyan Razmi to win the Junior Snooker title at the 2024 Western India Billiards and Snooker Championships.

Tennis star Jannik Sinner avoids doping penalty due to contamination from a bare-handed massage.

An elderly woman, 75, fixes potholes outside her home on her own initiative.

Was this famous 80s group the most controversial in rock and roll history?

BBC viewers are amazed by the quality of a new comedy, commenting that it has been a long time since they have seen something so good.

Transgender Paralympian defends against criticism for Paris 2024, rival voices opinion.

Arsenal's hopes of signing Eddie Nketiah have been dashed as a Premier League club has pulled out of talks for the striker.

Paralympians could be disqualified from the Paris Games due to an unusual policy regarding tattoos.

Queen Elizabeth thought Trump was impolite and had doubts about his relationship with Melania.

Ryan Reynolds honors late co-star's 2-year-old son with touching tribute for "fixing a wrong" in their friendship.

Watch this must-see BBC thriller with a flawless Rotten Tomatoes rating before Sunday.

A new movie featuring a well-known Downton Abbey actor is said to be one of the most frightening films of 2024.

Strictly Come Dancing's return for 2024 has been confirmed.

When is the Champions League draw and what changes have been made to the format?

I admire Freddie Flintoff's facial scars and relate to them.

A rockstar from the 2000s almost fainted from being tired before asking his girlfriend to marry him.

You can purchase a 30-acre island for less than the cost of a three-bedroom home in London.

Report: 10 districts are concerned about increasing AIDS cases, with Khargone being closely monitored during the state's awareness campaign.

Label head of Lostprophets speaks out after frontman Ian Watkins is found guilty, discussing the devastating effect it has had.

Doja Cat fans are shocked by her predicted relationship with Joseph Quinn that she had wished for two years ago.

A person described as a vampire and psychopath, who is suspected of killing numerous women, has managed to escape from the authorities.

Fans are emotional as a popular reality TV star sheds 500lbs.

A top UK restaurant is offering Michelin star dishes for £3.50, the same price as in 1994.

Jamie Carragher regrets not signing Chelsea star for Liverpool, wishes he had made a special addition to the team.

A waterspout may have caused the Sicily yacht tragedy.

Worker in factory tests thousands of vapes daily on camera.

Liverpool plans to offload a player for £20 million despite only playing them four times over the course of five years.

Man Utd coach René Meulensteen wants to sell two players to raise funds for the potential transfer of Manuel Ugarte.

Top contenders for gold at Paralympics include Thomas Young and Claire Taggart from Team GB.

Streamer goes viral after being banned for doing a suggestive Wikipedia speedrun on Twitch.

Kirstie Allsopp criticized for letting 15-year-old son travel Europe alone on inter-rail trip.

A massive blaze erupts at a residential building in southeastern London.

Customers are claiming that a natural skin balm is a "miracle" product that can clear up eczema overnight.

Bayesian yacht sinks after being battered by storm in final moments.

6 people in Rajasthan have been sentenced to life in prison and fined ₹5 lakh each for their involvement in a 32-year-old sex scandal in Ajmer related to the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

Snorkelers and kayakers discovered a dead 'Doomsday fish' in the ocean.

A strange "failed star" has been observed zooming through the universe at a speed of more than 1 million miles per hour.

Molly-Mae Hague receives overwhelming support on social media following her return after breaking up with Tommy Fury.

Wearing masks isn't a game, COVID is still here.

Tourists say least walkable city has hills that leave them with sore backs.

Ex-Chelsea player criticizes Raheem Sterling's response to being benched.

Behind the scenes of the RSNO, there is much more happening than people may realize.

The Manchester Alan hotel receives a positive review.

Netflix's 'Visceral' cannibal thriller features Jim Carrey's craziest role yet.

British vocalist cancels tour due to high cost despite 120 million streams.

The Olympics are grueling, but I would have done anything to compete.

Real Sociedad wants Arsenal to meet their new transfer request for the Mikel Merino deal.

Matthew Perry's aide removed incriminating items from the site where he fatally injected him with ketamine.

Reiss Colwell betrays Sonia Fowler to avoid being arrested for murder in shocking EastEnders scene.

Tom attacks Belle in Emmerdale, prompting her to seek help from the authorities.

Harvey Monroe exiled for nearly killing baby Charli on EastEnders.

A one-year-old child in Bihar, India bit and killed a snake with their mouth, leaving hospital staff in shock as the child was unharmed.

When is the next bank holiday? 2024 dates listed.

Four Chelsea players excluded from new roster as transfer signal is sent.

Ukraine strengthens control over Kursk by destroying third crucial bridge.

In response to backlash against Blake Lively's role in "It Ends With Us," her co-star passionately defends her against accusations of vilification.

Preview of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, officially announced for release on the PS5.

Preview of King Of Meat: Developers have decided not to include a battle pass.

Five Arsenal players make it into PFA Team of the Year.

Many flights disrupted due to missing scissors.

Man spends £30,000 to create a canal in his backyard for his boat.

BBC show creator defends decision to cast controversial role amidst public criticism.

New installment of Borderlands series, Borderlands 4, set to release in 2025.

Divorce proceedings have started for a well-known EastEnders couple, officially marking the end of their relationship.

New trailer for Batman: Arkham Shadow shows villains and release month.

A famous Coronation Street actor is worried about upcoming court appearance due to illegal actions.

A significant character returns to Emmerdale and makes a noticeable impact.

Hotels hosting Democratic National Convention received bomb threats and anti-Semitic messages.

Couple scams two people for Rs 23 lakh by pretending to be police officers and personal security officers of ministers in Bhopal.

Taylor Swift's fans go wild as she ends her London tour dates with a surprise guest.

People stuck on a ride for hours at a fair when it malfunctions.

Repeat offender caught illegally dumping trash in public nine times.

After being shut for centuries due to the Black Death, old churches are now reopening.

"New musical You & It receives positive reviews at the Fringe Festival."

A review of the Fringe show "Legend of the White Snake" with a focus on its captivating storyline and impressive performances.

A review of the play Dear Billy featured in the Fringe festival.

"A positive review of Taiwan Season, Palingenesis highlighting its unique and engaging content."

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What is the virus that causes a red rash on the cheeks and how can it be treated?

Fernandes asked for specific terms during negotiations for new Man Utd contract.

A negative review of a fringe performance, stating regret and then quickly changing to a positive response.

Review of Ustatshakirt Ensemble's performance at an international festival.

Heatwave covers all of southern hemisphere, setting new temperature records.

A foreign student who died in a Sydney apartment has been identified.

Peanut butter whiskey recalled due to allergy concerns.

Woman attempts to hit boyfriend while heading to therapy to end relationship.

Disney agrees to allow a widower to proceed with a lawsuit over his wife's wrongful death, despite previously trying to block it.

Senator Reynolds was overwhelmed by the ongoing controversy surrounding her handling of the Higgins sexual assault case.

99-year-old former concentration camp secretary's conviction upheld by court.

King Charles goes to Southport following attack at dance lesson.

Sports journalist Sam Landsberger tragically died in Melbourne

Police charge man after finding Lamborghini & suspecting unexplained wealth.

117-year-old woman sends meaningful message before passing away.

Two teenagers arrested for killing former General Hospital actor.

Driver flees cameras by jumping down stairs

Sri Lankans are making a choice.

BJP plans to recruit 1 crore members in Odisha by starting a membership drive on September 1.

Dalit and tribal groups want to observe a nationwide strike on August 21 to demand better representation.