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NEW YORK (AP) — Coping with a sudden loss in federal funding, PBS affiliate KSPS in Spokane, Washington, faced a surprise extra hurdle. Many of its contributing members — at one point almost half — lived in Canada, and they were withdrawing support out of anger at President Donald Trump’s desire to make the country the 51st member of the United States.When Congress decided this summer to eliminate $1.1 billion allocated to public broadcasting, it left some 330 PBS and 246 NPR stations, each with unique issues related to their communities and history, to figure out what that means.Many launched…

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Sunday that the war in Ukraine could still last for a long time and ending it quickly at the country’s expense was not an option.In an interview with German public broadcaster ZDF, Merz, when asked whether a ceasefire might be possible this year, said he hasn’t lost hope but “harbors no illusions,” and emphasized that supporting the country to defend itself against Russia was an “absolute priority.” “We are trying to end it as quickly as possible. But certainly not at the price of Ukraine’s capitulation. You could end the war tomorrow if Ukraine surrendered…

Liverpool got an early leg up in the Premier League title race as Dominik Szoboszlai’s jaw-dropping free kick secured a 1-0 victory over Arsenal at Anfield on Sunday. Sunday’s eagerly anticipated tussle between the title contenders had been heading for a forgettable fourth successive top-flight draw between these sides at Anfield.But after a goalless first half, the Liverpool midfielder — who lined up at right back in the match — struck a fierce curling effort past David Raya from a central position, more than 30 yards from goal, in the 83rd minute.The breakthrough came shortly after Mikel Arteta had introduced Eberechi…

Dominik Szoboszlai scored a stunning free-kick to earn Liverpool a 1-0 win over Arsenal at Anfield and send the reigning champions to the top of the Premier League table.The Gunners had the better of a first half short on clear-cut chances but Arne Slot’s side stepped things up when attacking the Kop after the interval and got their reward through the tireless Hungarian, who played the game out of position at right-back. Liverpool are now the only team with a perfect record in the Premier League this season, moving ahead of Chelsea at the top, while Mikel Arteta’s men lose…

KUWAIT: Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah issued a decision on Sunday introducing for the first time alternative community services to replace prison terms for certain traffic offenses.The decision was published in the official gazette Kuwait Al-Youm and accordingly is effective as of today.The decision names 16 ministries and government departments where judges will ask convicts in traffic offenses to do free community service instead of serving time in prison.These include ministries of interior, health, education, social affairs, Islamic affairs, electricity and water, public works, oil and commerce and industry. They also include a number of government departments like Kuwait…

Internal discussions continue at Manchester United over their next steps regarding signing a goalkeeper, with Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez and Royal Antwerp’s Senne Lammens targeted.It is understood that Martinez and Lammens are both keen on a move to Old Trafford. Martinez has had offers but is thought to be waiting on Man Utd.One source has told Sky Sports News that United have explored the conditions of a deal for the 32-year-old.The Argentina international signed a five-year deal last August that runs until the summer of 2029. The World Cup winner played in Aston Villa’s 1-0 loss at Brentford last weekend…

Fewer Americans may be starting side hustles than in recent years, but part-time jobs that offer remote work and flexible hours are still in demand.According to a recent FlexJobs survey, the top three industries offering remote, part-time jobs are education and training; medical and health; and project management.Taking on a part-time role is a great way to upskill and explore your career options, says FlexJobs career expert Toni Frana.”If you want to build skills, or if you’re interested in trying something new, a part-time job can really give you the opportunity to try that without fully committing to a full-time…

Aug 31, 2025, 09:56 AM ETBayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapié is travelling to London in order to undergo a medical ahead of his prospective move to Arsenal, a source has told ESPN.The agreement between the clubs, according to another source, was practically finalised on Saturday after Leverkusen accepted an initial loan proposal with a clause that will make the transfer permanent next summer. The player has already agreed the details of a contract at the north London club.The 23-year-old was on the bench for his team’s 3-3 draw with Werder Bremen on Saturday, but he took the opportunity to say…

LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Weapons” found its way back on top during the Labor Day weekend, culminating a summer box office that’s likely to fall right below meeting last year’s earnings. Zach Cregger’s horror proved its staying power as a late-summer viral success and regained the top spot after last weekend saw “Kpop Demon Hunters” give Netflix its first box-office win. “Weapons” generated $10.2 million during its fourth weekend in theaters. Universal’s 50th rerelease of “Jaws” also made a splash in theaters, securing the second spot. Steven Spielberg’s 1975 film took “a bite out of the box office,” said Paul…

The PGMOL has acknowledged that VAR made a mistake in intervening in Fulham’s disallowed goal at Chelsea on Saturday.Michael Salisbury, the VAR at Stamford Bridge, has been stood down from his involvement in Sunday’s Premier League game between Liverpool and Arsenal following the incident. King’s first-half strike was ruled out after referee Rob Jones was instructed by Salisbury to review footage of Rodrigo Muniz’s contact with Trevoh Chalobah in the build-up, sparking a furious reaction from Fulham boss Marco Silva.Sky Sports News understands the decision was not in line with the principle of ‘referee’s call’, and did not meet the…