A 32-year-old Leeds man, Mark Ross, has been charged with murder after a parcel delivery driver was killed during a van theft. Claudiu-Carol Kondor, 42, died at the scene in Wortley on Tuesday. Ross is set to appear in court today. A second suspect, 24, remains in custody, while a woman arrested on suspicion of assisting the offender has been released under investigation. The incident occurred while Kondor was making a delivery, and his van was stolen. Police are continuing to investigate the tragic incident.

Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic presidential nomination at the Democratic National Convention, entering to Beyoncé's "Freedom" and receiving a standing ovation. Harris praised Joe Biden, calling him an inspiring leader and expressing gratitude for their partnership. She also endorsed her running mate, Tim Walz, as an exceptional vice president. Harris criticized former President Donald Trump, positioning the 2024 election as crucial for America's future. She urged attendees to focus on the convention's business despite the celebratory atmosphere, emphasizing the importance of shaping a positive future for the country.

A 2,492-carat diamond, the second-largest ever discovered, has been found at the Karowe mine in Botswana, owned by Canadian company Lucara Diamond. This stone is the largest diamond ever unearthed in Botswana, surpassing the previous record of a 1,758-carat diamond from the same mine in 2019. The find is notable as it is the largest diamond discovered since the 3,106-carat Cullinan diamond, found in South Africa in 1905. The Cullinan was later cut into nine stones, with some becoming part of the British Crown Jewels. Botswana is a leading diamond producer, contributing approximately 20% of the world's diamond output.

Kamala Harris delivered a powerful speech on Friday as she accepted the Democratic Party's presidential nomination, emphasizing that the U.S. cannot revert to Donald Trump's leadership. As the first Black and Asian American woman to receive a major party's nomination for president, Harris was met with overwhelming support at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. She began her speech by acknowledging her husband, Douglas Emhoff, and praised her running mate, Coach Tim Walz. Harris declared the 2024 presidential election as the "most important of our lives," stressing that it represents a crucial moment in American history and a new path forward.

At the Democratic National Convention, Kamala Harris accepted the nomination for President, making her the first Black woman and Indian-American to lead a major party's ticket. Her husband, Doug Emhoff, and stepdaughter, Ella, were present. Harris, 59, spoke about her childhood, thanked Joe Biden, and also criticized Republican nominee Donald Trump. She emphasized unity, saying "I accept your nomination... on behalf of every American". This marks a significant milestone in US politics, solidifying Harris' position as a trailblazer.

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to deliver the keynote address on the final night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. This pivotal speech will formally accept her party's nomination for the presidency, concluding a week of high-profile speeches and events. Earlier in the week, Tim Walz, her running mate, energized the crowd with a personal appeal to middle America. The convention has also seen significant speeches from prominent Democrats including Oprah Winfrey and former presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, setting the stage for a decisive push towards the November election.

Botswana has yielded the world's second-largest diamond, a 2,492-carat rough gem, from the Karowe mine, owned by Canadian firm Lucara Diamond. This find surpasses the previous record for Botswana, a 1,758-carat stone found in 2019. The discovery, using Mega Diamond Recovery X-ray technology, is notable as the largest since the 3,106-carat Cullinan diamond of 1905. Lucara’s William Lamb expressed excitement over the find, though details on the gem's quality or value remain undisclosed. Botswana, a major diamond producer, is considering new laws for local stakeholding in mining operations.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the Sumy region's border areas after Ukrainian forces launched an offensive into Russia’s Kursk region earlier this month. The incursion, which began on August 6, resulted in Ukraine capturing dozens of settlements and taking hundreds of prisoners. Zelenskyy met with military leaders, discussing the operational situation and the impact of the Kursk operation, which has reduced shelling in Sumy. Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces face ongoing challenges in the Donbas region, where Russian troops are making gains. Russian President Vladimir Putin has promised a strong response to the Kursk incursion.

The death toll from the yacht sinking off Sicily has risen to six, with a fifth body recovered from the wreck. The search for the final missing person resumes for the fourth day. The latest body was retrieved by a fire service boat and brought to Porticello. Previously, the body of chef Recaldo Thomas was found on the day of the sinking. Six people have now been confirmed dead, with one still unaccounted for. The search efforts continue, with authorities working to determine the cause of the incident. The investigation is ongoing.

Pakistani authorities have arrested Farhan Asif, a 32-year-old freelance web developer, on charges of cyber terrorism. Asif is accused of spreading misinformation on YouTube and Facebook about a British teenager involved in a stabbing attack on July 29 in Southport. The attack, which occurred at a Taylor Swift dance class, resulted in three fatalities and ten injuries. The misinformation spread rapidly online, leading to riots across the UK, including in Liverpool, where numerous police officers were injured and over a thousand people were arrested. Imran Kishwar, deputy inspector general of investigations in Lahore, confirmed the charges against Asif.