Roller coaster riders rescued from 205-foot drop amid mechanical issues The Magnum XL-200 at Ohio’s Cedar Point amusement park promises high speeds and fast turns. Thrill-seekers got a little extra excitement when the ride stopped at the top of its signature plunge. Read more on NPR

Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 92,000 cars and urge outdoor parking due to fire risk Several Hyundai and Kia models are being recalled over faulty oil pumps that can overheat and cause fires — less than five months since the two automakers recalled vehicles due to another fire hazard. Read more on NPR

Russian opposition activist Navalny is sentenced to 19 more years in prison The Russian activist, a fierce opponent of President Vladimir Putin, was sentenced Friday on extremism charges, which he denies. He is already serving prison sentences on other charges he denies. Read more on NPR

The economy added jobs at a solid pace in July, reinforcing hopes about the economy U.S. employers added 187,000 jobs in July, still marking a steady pace of growth. The unemployment rate edged down to 3.5%. Read more on NPR