Conor McGregor to challenge Eddie Alvarez for lightweight title at UFC 205
With Nate Diaz stepping in to defeat the Irishman, only for McGregor to have his revenge in last month's rematch. It's not the first time McGregor has been scheduled to add the 155lbs strap to his featherweight belt.
Wildfire forces evacuations in California mountains
The only good news for firefighters battling the Loma blaze is that winds will be tamed Tuesday, forecasters said. Additional evacuation orders were issued Tuesday for residents in the Loma Prieta ridgeline area, officials said.
India reacts strongly to Sharif's speech at UN
Akbar, strongly rebutted Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's insidious statement at the UN General Assembly. Addressing a press conference in New York, India's Minister of State for External Affairs, M.
FDA approves lower-cost alternative to biotech drug Humira
The company did not disclose its plans to launch the drug or the prices it intends to put up in the Friday released issue. In July , an FDA panel recommended the drug for approval - so marketing approval was seen as a formality.
Britain walks out, accuses Russian Federation of war crimes
On Saturday a pumping station was bombed, cutting off water to rebel-held areas, and another was shut off in retaliation. The arguments came on the same day that at least 26 civilians were killed in renewed government airstrikes on Aleppo.
Ecuador hopes OPEC will reach agreement in Algeria, warns of risks
Oil prices have collapsed from more $100 a barrel in mid-2014 to near 13-year lows below $30 in January. Some ministers and officials expressed hope that a deal could emerge this week.
IPhone 7 launch sales 25% lower than iPhone 6s
One contributing factor to iPhone 7 Plus shipments being higher than expected is the Galaxy Note 7's exploding battery recall . However, this seemed to be tossed when Apple's presentation suggested no difference in performance between the current models.
Forces kill Houthi general on Saudi-Yemen border
The United Nations secretary general, Ban Ki-moon, condemned the attack, which killed at least 26 civilians, according to human rights monitors.
Bekele narrowly misses world record after victory in the Berlin Marathon
Kebede went alone from halfway, gradually extending her advantage to the finish. Kipsang finished in 2:03:13. "We ran a good race together".
UK central bank warns of financial risks in wake of Brexit
Traders "weren't really expecting what she said", said Stuart Bennett, head of Group-of-10 currency strategy in London at Banco Santander SA.
Former Clinton foe offers debate advice to Donald Trump
But it will not be easy for her to wipe away, in a 90-minute debate, an image forged in public opinion over a quarter-century. During her first run for the presidency, in 2008, Clinton presented herself as a tough, Thatcher-style "iron lady".
Canada and China announce free trade talks
Premier Li defended the death penalty as he stressed on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to sign a formal extradition treaty. The Chinese leader said the two sides agreed that they have broad common interests and sound cooperation.
Tesla sues Michigan, challenges law requiring dealer sales
Rick Snyder, Secretary of State Ruth Johnson and Attorney General Bill Schuette in a lawsuit filed in federal court. Tesla, unlike other automakers, sells its cars directly to consumers through company-owned stores in other states.
Santner, Boult lead Kiwis fightback against India
But Rohit Sharma and R Ashwin shared a decent stand of 52 before Sharma was out for 35, lobbing Santner to Ish Sodhi at mid-on. Left-armer Neil Wagner pitched all his deliveries short to him, the third of which - from around the wicket - drew a top edge.
Petition chides In-N-Out for not offering a meatless meal
One user wrote, "As a vegetarian myself, this is a stupid petition ". "I wouldn't ask Lucille's BBQ to make me vegan ribs". Emily Byrd, a spokeswoman from the Good Food Institute , said their petition has gotten a lot of backlash online.