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- Riders defeat Argonauts 28-24, halting Toronto’s winning streak
- Federal judge rules Trump cannot deport students for criticising Israel
- Firefighters rescue three fox cubs trapped between Leicester houses
- Man reveals last words of wife missing after floods in Nepal
- Experts highlight rising social media addiction among young people in Europe
- Iceland rejects EU accession talks in referendum amidst political tensions.
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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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Riders defeat Argonauts 28-24, halting Toronto’s winning streak
August 30, 2026
2:00 pm
The Toronto Argonauts will not achieve a sweep of Saskatchewan in 2026, following their latest game results. The outcome has implications for both teams as they continue to compete in the league.
Federal judge rules Trump cannot deport students for criticising Israel
August 30, 2026
12:00 pm
A federal judge in California ruled that the U.S. government’s deportation tactics against noncitizens expressing views on the Gaza conflict and Israel are unconstitutional, affirming First Amendment rights. The decision supports The Stanford Daily’s claims of a chilling effect on free speech among international students.
Firefighters rescue three fox cubs trapped between Leicester houses
August 30, 2026
11:00 am
Three fox cubs have been released into the wild after a rescue operation on Letchworth Road in Leicester, where they were found trapped between walls. The 12-week-old cubs were cared for at Leicestershire Wildlife Hospital before their release, where they underwent support feeding to aid their adjustment.
Man reveals last words of wife missing after floods in Nepal
August 30, 2026
10:00 am
Pramod Poudel’s wife and family members remain missing after devastating flash floods in Nepal, as search efforts continue for thousands unaccounted for.
Experts highlight rising social media addiction among young people in Europe
August 30, 2026
9:00 am
Research reveals a rise in digital addictions, notably among adolescents, with 11% exhibiting problematic social media use, up from 7% in 2018. Experts highlight issues such as gaming disorder and nomophobia, stressing the impact of excessive screen time on sleep, mental health, and social relationships.
Iceland rejects EU accession talks in referendum amidst political tensions.
August 30, 2026
8:01 am
EFFECTS ON EUROPE
Overnight developments highlight Europe’s urgent response to energy shortages and economic challenges.
Focus remains on policy measures across the European Union.
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