I asked 13 college grads for dorm essentials that stood the test of time
I asked 13 people about the things they have carried from college into adulthood –and found their modern day equivalents21 things tweens want for back-to-school season, according to tweensSign up for
Education
theguardian.com
21.08.2026
Waymo doubles spending on lobbying in robotaxi battle with Uber
Alphabet-owned company is seeking to persuade US regulators to clear a path for fully autonomous taxi services.
Tech
arstechnica.com
21.08.2026
Pezeshkian: There is not even a single clause in the agreement with the United States that points to capitulation
Now, while Iran is in a "position of strength and dignity," it would be best to end the war in the Middle East.
Azerbaijan
report.az
21.08.2026
Iran's Pezeshkian calls for ending war with US while in position of strength
Azerbaijan
trend.az
21.08.2026
China rejects US claim that Myanmar analyst wrongfully detained
Min Zin was arrested on June 3 after the Chinese government invited him to attend a conference.
World
aljazeera.com
21.08.2026
Remains of American climber Mallory Geis found weeks after avalanche killed entire expedition
Search teams have found the remains of American climber Mallory Geis, the last missing member of a 10-member international team killed in an avalanche on Broad Peak
World
independent.co.uk
21.08.2026
Iran's president calls for end to war from 'position of power' as US ups pressure
President Pezeshkian said Iran was in a position of "power and dignity" and should end the war on its own terms, even as Washington prepares to ramp up economic sanctions it described as "Economic D-D
World
euronews.com
21.08.2026
Rise in migrant deaths as 19 bodies found along Arizona border last month
Pima county figures show highest number of monthly migrant deaths in two years as critics condemn US policyAccording to newly released data from the medical examiner’s office in Pima county, Arizona,
World
theguardian.com
21.08.2026
Iranian President: Now is the time to end the war with the United States
Azerbaijan
apa.az
21.08.2026
EAS Graduate becomes first Azerbaijani student to receive full scholarship for Stanford University
Nijat Tagizade, a graduate of the European Azerbaijan School (EAS) and a high-achieving student of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, has been admitted to Stanford University in t
Azerbaijan
azernews.az
21.08.2026
Democrats rally behind progressive Aisha Wahab after win in California special election – US politics live
First Muslim woman and Afghan American elected to California legislature held lead throughout race over main opponent Melissa HernandezSign up for the US Breaking News emailHello and welcome to our li
World
theguardian.com
21.08.2026
First Thing: US aircraft carrier arrives to relieve USS Lincoln amid reports of poor living conditions
The USS George Washington has arrived in the Middle East. Plus, an investigation into the add-on utility fees that can lead to evictionsGood morning.The USS George Washington aircraft carrier has arri
World
theguardian.com
21.08.2026
Spinach peptide discovery leads to citrus greening treatment
A citrus greening disease treatment rooted in more than a decade of research at Texas A&M AgriLife Research has reached a milestone on the path to commercial availability. The U.S. Environmental Prote
Science
phys.org
21.08.2026
The U.S. government plans to crack down on its $40 trillion debt — but brace for a ‘wrenching time’ ahead
Washington has no shortage of options. None are easy.
Finance
marketwatch.com
21.08.2026
Russia ready for ‘new ideas’ on Ukraine war that match Putin’s goals
Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov suggests Moscow is eager for the US to revive its support for Russian agenda.
World
aljazeera.com
21.08.2026
Azerbaijan has reduced the cost of importing furniture by almost 18%
In January-July of this year, Azerbaijan imported furniture and its parts worth 69.8 million US dollars.
Azerbaijan
report.az
21.08.2026
North Korea: Will Trump-Kim talks happen anytime soon?
As Donald Trump claims a meeting is planned with Kim Jong Un, North Korea's response sends a signal that it wants maximum concessions in return for talks with the US.
World
dw.com
21.08.2026
Chaos across Northeast as possible tornado hits beach and floods swallow cars
Heavy rain and winds are pounding the Northeast U.S. Storms tore through a beach on Long Island and stranded dozens of people in their cars in New Jersey on Thursday
World
independent.co.uk
21.08.2026
Who Is Doris Miller? US Aircraft Carrier Could Be Renamed After Trump
Reports have suggested the aircraft carrier named after the Pearl Harbor hero could be renamed for President Donald Trump.
Politics
newsweek.com
21.08.2026
Iran touts its trade ties as U.S. turns from bombs to economic warfare
As Vice President JD Vance declares economic pressure "the most effective tool that we have," Iran seeks to show deepening trade ties with its neighbors.
World
cbsnews.com
21.08.2026