Bird of the Day, theme 'Parenting'

Today's Bird of the Day; daily community event. Theme: #Parenting.

Google Maps shows 'Lake America' to U.S. users after GNIS name change

Following a GNIS name update, Google Maps displays 'Lake America' for U.S. viewers while Canadian users still see 'Lake Ontario'.

Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields raises $20M, closes with major guests

Daisy Chain Fields raised about $20 million for women's nonprofits; set closed with Alanis Morissette, Stevie Nicks and Sarah McLachlan.

NASA Roman Telescope launches aboard SpaceX Falcon Heavy

Liftoff Aug 30 from Kennedy Space Center; Roman heads toward L2 to map dark energy and search for exoplanets.

U.S., Venezuela oil agreement gives U.S. access to vast reserves, critics alarmed

Trump says he'll report NBC's Kristen Welker to the FCC

On Truth Social Trump said he'll report NBC's Meet the Press host to the FCC for 'rebuke or punishment' over comments on his endorsement record.

Mary Shelley, author of Frankenstein, celebrated on Frankenstein Day

August 30 marks Mary Shelley’s birthday (born 1797); readers and critics mark Frankenstein Day and the novel’s legacy.

Washington to remove about 300 cherry trees, including 'Stumpy'

The National Park Service will remove about 300 trees total, including 140 cherry trees such as Stumpy, for Tidal Basin seawall repairs.

AEW All In at Wembley Stadium

AEW runs its major Wembley show today; fans onsite and a TBS Championship match was added to the Buy In pre-show.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day tops box office for fifth weekend

Spider-Man: Brand New Day remained No.1 for a fifth straight weekend, taking about $22.2M this frame at the box office.

Max Scherzer dominates, moves into 9th on MLB strikeout list

Mad Max threw seven scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts, passing Gaylord Perry into sole possession of 9th all‑time.

Everton owners decide not to sell Harrison Armstrong

The Friedkin Group withdrew from advanced talks and will keep 19-year-old Harrison Armstrong; Forest's offer was around £40m.

One Nation wins WA by-election, prompts bipartisan alarm in Australia

One Nation captured a Western Australia by-election seat, prompting calls for reflection from both Labor and Liberal parties and warnings from PM Albanese.

UK CMA drops vet ownership disclosure rules

Competition and Markets Authority removed requirements for multinationals to disclose which vet practices they own.

Darby Allin wins TNT Championship in Falls Count Anywhere

Darby Allin defeated Kevin Knight in a Falls Count Anywhere match at All In to become the new TNT Champion.

Packers RB Josh Jacobs placed on commissioner exempt list

The NFL has put Green Bay RB Josh Jacobs on the commissioner’s exempt list after criminal charges; he cannot play or practice.

Adam Copeland and Christian Cage retain AEW Tag Team Championship

Cope & Cage held the AEW World Tag Team titles over The Young Bucks, then faced off with MCMG, FTR and The New Level.

Chelsea sign Emiliano Martínez from Aston Villa

Argentina World Cup winner Emiliano Martínez joins Chelsea on a three-year deal for a reported £7.5m after leaving Aston Villa.

Andrew Benintendi’s homer gives White Sox a 3-2 win over Twins

Benintendi had all three Chicago hits, including a sixth‑inning homer that proved the difference in a 3‑2 victory.

Bears trade Gervon Dexter to Falcons for CB Clark Phillips III and a fifth-round pick

Chicago sends defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. to Atlanta in exchange for cornerback Clark Phillips III and a 5th-round pick, reports say.

Arms and the £5m man, Christopher Harborne’s military empire

The Guardian investigates Farage megadonor Christopher Harborne’s global arms and military interests, raising conflict concerns.

Nottingham Forest draw Liverpool as penalty decision fuels debate

Alisson's challenge on Neco Williams resulted in a penalty at Anfield, reigniting debate over foul calls after shots or crosses.

AllforCity draw 3-3 after 97th-minute equalizer; handball contested

St. Louis City and FC Dallas finished 3-3 after a 97th-minute equalizer; fans and coach argue an uncalled corner handball altered the result.