A Russian attack on a supermarket in Kostyantynivka, a town in eastern Ukraine, killed 10 people and injured 35 others on Friday. The town, located just 13 kilometers from Russian positions, faces frequent strikes. Ukraine's Interior Minister, Igor Klymenko, confirmed the casualties and shared images of firefighters working through the wreckage. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed that Russia would be held accountable. The attack follows a Ukrainian incursion into Russia's western Kursk region. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with fears of more people trapped under the rubble.

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has called for Vinesh Phogat to be awarded a silver medal after her disqualification for being overweight by 100 grams before the 50kg final at the Paris Olympics 2024. Tendulkar stated, “Vinesh Phogat qualified fair and square for the finals. Her disqualification by weight, was before the finals, and hence, for her to be robbed of a deserving silver medal defies logic and sporting sense.” He added, “It would have been understandable if she were disqualified for ethical breaches.” Phogat has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), which is expected to issue a verdict soon.

Huw Edwards, a former BBC newsreader, has been asked to return approximately £200,000 of his salary after pleading guilty to possessing child sex abuse images. The BBC board stated that Edwards undermined public trust by not disclosing his arrest, which occurred in November 2023. The salary in question covers the five months Edwards was paid after his arrest. The board also announced an independent review to examine workplace culture and payment rules during suspensions. Edwards, who was among the BBC's highest-paid stars, will appear in court again on 16 September.

Arisa Trew, a 14-year-old skateboarder from Australia, won gold in women’s park skateboarding at the Paris Olympics 2024, becoming the youngest Australian Olympic medalist. Following her victory, she shared that her parents had promised her a pet duck if she won the gold medal. “I just want a duck,” Trew said, expressing her excitement at both her achievement and the upcoming addition to her family. Trew's gold-winning performance included a score of 93.18 on her final run. She is also the only woman to land a 720 and 900 in competition, making her a standout in the sport.

Vinesh Phogat, disqualified from the women's 50 kg wrestling final at the Paris Olympics for being 100g overweight, has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). She is seeking a shared silver medal after her disqualification on August 7. The CAS hearing, led by Dr. Annabelle Bennett, is ongoing, with a final decision expected before the Olympics conclude. Vinesh's initial appeal to compete in the final was rejected. Her run at the Olympics included victories over Yui Susaki, Oksana Livach, and Yusneylys Guzman before her disqualification.

CCTV footage captured rioters setting the Spellow Lane Library Hub in Liverpool on fire on August 3. The library, opened in 2023 to support a deprived community, suffered severe damage to its ground floor. Two brothers, Adam and Ellis Wharton, have been jailed for looting the burnt-out site while police officers were attacked. Rioters also obstructed firefighters by throwing a missile at the fire engine. A GoFundMe page has since raised over £216,000 to repair the library, surpassing its original £500 target, with support from figures like Nigella Lawson and Frank Cottrell-Boyce.

On Friday, a Russian artillery strike hit a supermarket in Kostiantynivka, a front-line town in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region, killing at least two people and injuring 17 others, according to regional governor Vadym Filashkin. Images from the scene showed heavy black smoke billowing from the destroyed building. Ukrainian presidential chief of staff Andriy Yermak condemned the attack as "another act of Russian terror." The Donetsk region remains one of the most contested areas, with Russian forces frequently targeting Ukrainian-held territories, especially near the strategic eastern logistics hub of Pokrovsk.

The UK government is on high alert for potential weekend unrest as police continue to manage violent disorder across the country. Cabinet minister Nick Thomas-Symonds confirmed the government’s readiness for various scenarios. Following a stabbing attack in Southport, 483 people have been arrested, and courts have begun sentencing, with at least a dozen jailed on Thursday. Police are also addressing the fifth night of violence in Belfast and responding to incidents in multiple cities. The justice system’s swift action aims to deter further violence, while police remain vigilant.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Neeraj Chopra for winning the silver medal in the men’s javelin at the Paris Olympics 2024. Chopra's throw of 89.45 meters earned him second place, behind Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem. Modi praised Chopra’s resilience despite an injury and expressed pride in his achievement. The PM also commended Chopra’s mother, Saroj, for her sportsmanship and positive outlook. Neeraj Chopra is now one of only three Indians to win medals in consecutive Olympics, joining the ranks of Sushil Kumar and PV Sindhu.

NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams may remain on the International Space Station (ISS) until February 2025 due to issues with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. Originally intended for an eight-day mission, the Starliner has faced delays from thruster failures and helium leaks. NASA is evaluating the spacecraft's readiness for a safe return. If unresolved, the astronauts might return on a SpaceX flight in late September. Boeing is preparing for a possible uncrewed return of the Starliner if necessary, which could result in most of the spacecraft burning up during re-entry.