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- Ukrainian forces strike Wildberries warehouse in Moscow region, impacting logistics
- Ukrainian Strikes Kill Six in Belgorod, Escalating Tensions with Russia
- USS Lincoln crisis raises concerns over crew welfare and operational readiness
- Marcus Ericsson claims victory at inaugural Ontario Honda Dealers Indy in Markham
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Financial Times - Savers withdrew nearly $60bn from three US banks as Apple raises heat
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times says savers withdrew nearly $60bn from US banks Charles Schwab, State Street and M&T in the first quarter as customers moved their money in search of higher interest rates. Traditional banks could face further threat because of Apple and Goldman Sachs’ new savings account in the US that will pay 4.15% interest a year, it reports.
The paper’s main image is of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian opposition activist, during a court hearing in Moscow where he was sentenced to 25 years in prison for treason.
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Activity farm faces criticism over Titanic-themed ride seen as disrespectful
August 17, 2026
3:00 pm
Graveley Fruit Farm in Hertfordshire has faced criticism for its Titanic-themed ride and slide, deemed disrespectful by some families. Although it initially planned to change the attraction’s name in response to backlash, it later reversed this decision, citing support for retaining the original title.
Trump criticises US military exercises with South Korea amid Kim Jong-un ties
August 17, 2026
2:00 pm
Donald Trump expresses discontent over upcoming US-South Korea military exercises, labelling them costly and inappropriate towards North Korea.
Ukrainian forces strike Wildberries warehouse in Moscow region, impacting logistics
August 17, 2026
1:00 pm
Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence announced that Kyiv’s forces targeted Wildberries, Russia’s largest online retailer, striking its largest warehouse in Podolsk. This attack, part of a broader offensive since July, follows the destruction of seven logistics hubs, expanding Ukraine’s ability to disrupt Russian supply chains amid ongoing military conflict.
Ukrainian Strikes Kill Six in Belgorod, Escalating Tensions with Russia
August 17, 2026
12:02 pm
TRUMP CUTS DRILLS
Trump orders reductions to US-South Korea joint military exercises this morning.
This move raises concerns over regional security and North Korean provocations.
USS Lincoln crisis raises concerns over crew welfare and operational readiness
August 17, 2026
11:00 am
The extended deployment of the USS Abraham Lincoln for nearly nine months has reportedly led to severe mental health issues among the crew, with some attempting to jump overboard. Family members cited food shortages and unsanitary conditions, prompting Congressional concern over the ship’s operational readiness amid ongoing maritime security operations in the Gulf region.
Marcus Ericsson claims victory at inaugural Ontario Honda Dealers Indy in Markham
August 17, 2026
10:00 am
Markham hosted its inaugural IndyCar race in Canada, following the event’s relocation from Toronto’s Exhibition Place, where it had taken place since 1986. This marks a significant shift in the annual racing calendar.
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