Today in History: August 16, ‘Harmonic Convergence’ celebrated around the world
People worldwide began a two-day celebration of the “Harmonic Convergence,” which heralded what believers called the start of a new, purer age of humankind.
Earlier lifeline for rural hospitals faces test under ‘Big Beautiful’ law
More than 40% of all rural hospitals lose money, and hundreds have eliminated certain services.
Congo’s fastest-growing Ebola outbreak reaches a sixth province
Congo's Ebola outbreak has spread to a sixth province, with a death recorded in Bas-Uele, Africa CDC Director-General Jean Kaseya said.
As federal protections fade, disabled Americans fear a return to institutions
Disability advocates around the country are fighting a surge of federal and state actions.
Pictures: Orlando City Soccer vs. FC Cincinnati
Cincinnati player Evander (bottom) takes a spill in front of Orlando player Ivan Angulo (77) during the FC Cincinnati at Orlando City MLS Soccer match at Inter.co Stadium in Orlando…
Taylor and Aguilar help Jaguars beat Saints 24-20 in preseason opener
Undrafted rookie J'Mari Taylor rushed for 78 yards and a go-ahead touchdown as the Jacksonville Jaguars scored 18 unanswered points in the second half to defeat the New Orleans Saints…
Tyrese Spicer scores again as Orlando City draws 1-1 with FC Cincinnati
Tyrese Spicer scored early in the second half to help Orlando City earn a 1-1 draw with FC Cincinnati on Saturday night. The Lions are 6-10-3 in MLS play. Cincinnati…
Daily Horoscope for August 16, 2026
Connection feels sweeter when expectations stay realistic. The Moon conjoins Venus in Libra at 3:10 am EDT, softening conversations and making cooperation, beauty, and affection easier to access. Later, the…
Pictures: UCF 2026 FanFest
Knight’s Football Coach Scott Frost, left, takes a photo with fans during UCF’s Annual FanFest at Addition Financial Arena on Saturday, August 15, 2026. (Barrett Walsh/Orlando Sentinel) Fan gets an…
Joshua Báez of the Cardinals hits 3 homers in his first 3 at-bats in a historic major league debut
CHICAGO (AP) — Joshua Báez smashed the first pitch he saw in the majors about 450 feet, then flashed a grin to the St. Louis dugout as he began his…