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OpenRouter has 8 million users worldwide Business Aug 17, 2026 Stripe is making a big move into AI by acquiring OpenRouter, an AI platform that lets customers tap into more than 400 different models, all from one place. The deal is worth more than $7 billion. OpenRouter, led by CEO Alex Atallah, has quickly become popular with eight million users worldwide thanks to its easy access to multiple AI tools (and no vendor-lock-in headaches).

RC Lens have won the Trophee des Champions What's the story RC Lens have won the Trophee des Champions after defeating Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) 1-0 at Stade Bollaert-Delelis. The only goal of the match was scored by Florian Thauvin in the 32nd minute, following a move initiated by Abdallah Sima and assisted by Matthieu Udol. Despite playing with 10 men from the 39th minute onward due to Kyllian Antonio's red card for a foul, Lens managed to hold off PSG's pressure in the second half.

Entertainment Aug 17, 2026 Disney just revealed that Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure will double in size with two fresh Marvel rides: Stark Flight Lab and Avengers Infinity Defense. Announced at D23, both attractions will feature big MCU names like Robert Downey Jr. Chris Hemsworth, Anthony Mackie, Jeremy Renner, and Brie Larson.

Home / News / Sports News / Barcelona agree deal for Manchester City midfielder Rodri: Details here Rodri's move to Barcelona marks a major shift for City. The player was instrumental in City's success, helping them win four Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy. Despite having one year left on his contract, City wanted him to stay and sign an extension. However, Barcelona's third offer of £65.4 million was too good to turn down. Before this, two offers were rejected by City.

Technology Aug 17, 2026 OpenAI just rolled out Computer History for its ChatGPT app on Mac. This optional tool keeps a timeline of what you do on your computer, like clicks and keystrokes, so ChatGPT can help you pick up where you left off, suggest automations, or finish tasks faster. You're in control: you can block certain apps or websites from being tracked, or delete specific entries if you want. OpenAI says privacy is baked in.

Loading... RBI's draft rules were announced on August 6 Business Aug 17, 2026 Some of India's biggest nonbank financial companies (NBFCs) (think Bajaj Finance, Tata Capital, and Shriram Finance) are asking the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to rethink its plan to ban "revolving credit" products. After meeting on August 14, these companies said they will send their concerns through the Finance Industry Development Council soon.

Loading... Over 22,000 lawyers in Kerala are unverified India Aug 17, 2026 More than 22,000 lawyers in Kerala still haven't completed the mandatory law degree verification needed for a Certificate of Practice (CoP). Out of about 81,000 registered lawyers with the Bar Council of Kerala, only 27,000 have actually received their CoPs so far, which means a lot of legal professionals could soon face restrictions.

Entertainment Aug 17, 2026 Elizabeth Olsen and her husband, musician Robbie Arnett, just became parents. Elizabeth Olsen was seen out in Los Angeles on August 15, 2026, holding a child in a white baby carrier. Olsen's pregnancy first made headlines back in June when she was spotted with a visible baby bump at a restaurant. Olsen and Arnett have kept things pretty private: they started dating in 2016, got engaged in 2019, and quietly tied the knot before the pandemic hit.

Loading... RBI's move linked to new SEBI rule Business Aug 17, 2026 The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) just told credit-rating agencies (CRAs) to stop referring to it as the regulator for bank deposits. This move, linked to a new SEBI rule that requires naming a financial instrument's regulator, might mean CRAs will stop giving ratings for bank deposits altogether.

Home / News / Sports News / Joe Root averages 53.1 versus Pakistan in Test cricket: Stats As per Cricinfo, Root owns a total of 1,481 runs from 18 matches (31 innings) at an average of 53.1 (100s: 2, 50s: 7). In 9 home matches versus Pakistan, Root has 723 runs from 15 innings at 55.61 (100s: 1, 50s: 3). In Pakistan, Root has 477 runs from 6 matches (10 innings) at 47.7 (100s: 1, 50s: 1). Root owns 287 runs in neutral venues at 57.4 (50s: 3).