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Rubio seeks answers from Israel on way forward in Gaza after Qatar strike
Rubio has meetings in Jerusalem on Sunday and Monday.

Trump calls on all NATO countries to stop buying Russian oil, threatens 50% to 100% tariffs on China
Since 2023, NATO member Turkey has been the third largest buyer of Russian oil, after China and India.

Patel faces congressional hearings after missteps in Kirk assassination probe and turmoil at FBI
The hearings are expected to give a glimpse into the sustained tumult at the nation’s premier federal law enforcement agency.

FAA seeks $3.1 million in fines from Boeing over safety violations, 2024 midair panel blowout
The agency said Friday that the proposed penalty covers violations from September 2023 through February 2024.

Early fog possible, then mostly sunny Sunday
High temperatures will climb above average for mid-September.

Habitat for Humanity working to meet need for affordable housing
Families in need of safe, affordable housing partner with Habitat for Humanity to pay an affordable mortgage.

Milwaukee beer history shines at brewery collectors 'CANvention'
The 54th annual CANvention is being held in Milwaukee at the Baird Center.

FEMA funding approved for Milwaukee, Waukesha and Washington Counties. Here's how to apply
Southeastern Wisconsin officials said they are grateful help is on the way for many Wisconsin homeowners affected by last month’s severe flooding.

Republican Party of Dane County holds prayer vigil for Charlie Kirk outside State Capitol Building
Political leaders on both sides of the aisle have spoken out against political violence.

‘Instead of doing their jobs and passing a damn bill to fix it, they sent me a 16-page letter’: Gov. Evers responds to Republicans’ funding request for veterans homeless shelters
Gov. Evers called for spending $1.9 million on the Veteran Housing and Recovery Program in his biennial budget proposal, which Republicans rejected.

MPS to offer 3 free lead-screening clinics next week
The free clinics are open to both MPS students and other children in the Milwaukee community.

Marquette Athletics honors the lives of 2 students killed in car crash
Players on each team will wear t-shirts during warmups, featuring Scott Michaud and Noah Snyder’s numbers — 88 and 43, respectively.

Wisconsin DHS confirms 12 new measles cases in Oconto County, 36 cases total
Wisconsin has now had 36 confirmed cases.

Different crops like different weather: A roundup of Wisconsin's fall harvest
Our cooler temps this month were good for potatoes and other crops; our expected warmer temps have grape producers breathing a sigh of relief.

WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes has resigned
Hughes was appointed by Evers in September 2019. The administration said it's begun a search for her replacement.

Amber Alert issued for missing 6-year-old girl in Wisconsin
Ruby R. Lehman is a white, 6-year-old girl with brown hair and green eyes. She is four feet tall and weighs 100 pounds.

When to expect the best fall foliage
Weather helps determine when fall colors will peak.

California vineyards leaning into the future by embracing AI
Technology is helping winemakers through self-driving tractors and data collection to detect disease and predict yields.

Ireland set to keep hosting a college football game each season to 2037
The 2027 matchup has been announced as Pittsburgh vs. Wisconsin.

Keisean Nixon's emergence at cornerback helps Packers defense produce impressive start
He collected a career-high five passes defensed in a 27-18 victory over the Washington Commanders.

World News

'We knew the family': Utah town in disbelief after neighbour accused of killing Charlie Kirk
Authorities have accused Washington, Utah local Tyler Robinson of killing the conservative activist

Dozens of officers injured as up to 150,000 join Tommy Robinson rally
Some 25 arrests are made after "unacceptable violence" at demonstrations in central London, police say.

Unlimited contactless cards may lead to spending without thinking
Spontaneous spending is likely to rise if the £100 limit on contactless cards is scrapped, academics say.

First sick children have left Gaza for UK - Cooper
The Foreign Office says the group of children will arrive in the UK "in the coming days".

No 10 questioned Mandelson on Epstein links before appointment
The fallout is continuing after Peter Mandelson's sacking as UK ambassador to Washington over his links to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Queen give the BBC Proms a Rhapsodic send-off
The rock band play an orchestral version of Bohemian Rhapsody; while Bill Bailey plays a typewriter.

Trump 'ready' to sanction Russia if Nato nations stop buying its oil
The US president has repeatedly threatened tougher measures against Moscow, but has so far failed to take action.

What to expect from the Emmys and how to watch the ceremony
Owen Cooper and Stephen Graham from Netflix's Adolescence are among the nominees at this year's event.

After fatal crash, Sikh truck drivers in the US fear blowback
Sikh truck drivers say they've experienced an uptick in harassment after a fatal crash thrust them into the national spotlight.

How a WhatsApp chat brought down a multi-million pound drugs empire
Messages between two organised crime bosses led to the downfall of a multi-million pound drugs gang.

With Trump's state visit days away, blame game begins over Mandelson scandal
There is growing disquiet over the roles of Starmer, his chief of staff and Whitehall vetting in the saga.

Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah? The TV love triangle that sparked a fan frenzy
The final episode of The Summer I Turned Pretty, which airs next week, should reveal which brother Belly will choose.

I regret pushing my daughter into school until she broke
School leaders say emotionally based school avoidance is increasing, but what should be done to help?

The Papers: 'Musk wades in' and Mandelson hired 'without proper checks'
The "Unite the Kingdom" rally and fallout from the dismissal of Lord Mandelson lead Sunday's papers.

Netanyahu is only obstacle to bringing hostages home, families say
Israel's strike on Qatar shows that "every time a deal approaches, Netanyahu sabotages it", the group says.

'I will never let your legacy die' - Charlie Kirk's widow gives tearful address after shooting
The organisation Kirk co-founded will host a memorial at a 60,000+ seat stadium in Arizona.

Migrant return flights to France set to start next week
Dozens of migrants were detained in Dover last month under the new 'one in, one out' agreement between the UK and France.

Man charged over damage to London synagogues
The 37-year-old man has been charged with racially or religiously aggravated criminal damage, the Met Police said.

Davina McCall engaged to partner Michael Douglas
It comes just months after the TV presenter revealed her benign brain tumour was "not coming back".

Donald Trump's UK state visit is next week - this is what we know
US President Donald Trump and his wife Melania will carry out their second UK state visit in September.

Eight Met Police officers suspended after BBC investigation
The accusations include excessive use of force, discriminatory and misogynistic comments.

Nepal's major parties say dissolved parliament must be reinstated
The House of Representatives was dissolved by the country's president, following deadly anti-corruption protests.

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Five games, four points, third-bottom - has Martin lost Rangers backing?
BBC Scotland looks at the crisis facing Rangers head coach Russell Martin following defeat by Hearts.

Belfast's Crocker beats Donovan to win world title
Lewis Crocker claimed the vacant IBF welterweight title with a split decision win against Paddy Donovan at Windsor Park.

Smeed takes Somerset past Hampshire to win T20 Blast
Will Smeed's magnificent 94 helps Somerset to their third T20 Blast title with a six-wicket victory over Hampshire.

Long throws are back - and Brentford are the masters
Brentford are the masters of the long throw and it showed again with their late equaliser against Chelsea on Saturday.

Woltemade shows there is life after Isak but Newcastle suffer Wissa blow
Some players wait a long time to get their own chant - Nick Woltemade managed it at Newcastle United in all of 29 minutes.

'Stick together' - but will Potter get more time at West Ham?
Two defeats, eight goals conceded and just the solitary goal scored on home soil makes miserable reading for Graham Potter that is only going to increase the pressure he is under at West Ham.

The Mandelson-Epstein Emails - Who Knew What, When?
We speak about how Starmer knew about Mandelson’s links to Epstein when appointing him.

Charlie Kirk's killing: A dangerous moment for America?
Why the right wing influencer was shot and what next for the US?