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Invited media and military members held at gunpoint at Space Force base in California
Five news reporters and two military members invited to a Space Force base event in California were briefly detained at gunpoint by security officers who mistook them for unauthorized visitors.
Why Treasury Secretary Bessent’s moves to calm the bond market haven’t worked so far
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s bond buyback program failed to sustain lower interest rates, with 10-year Treasury yields rebounding to 4.69% despite the expansion effort announced earlier this week.
Army will shut down a unit in Europe focused on learning drone warfare
The Army is shutting down a specialized drone warfare unit in Europe, directing the 173rd Airborne Brigade to return to traditional infantry duties after nearly a year of experimentation.
US debt has hit $40tn – Will that be a wake-up call?
US national debt has surpassed $40 trillion, raising economic concerns as interest payments climb and borrowing costs rise amid debates over fiscal sustainability.
Storms and possible tornadoes pummel the Northeast US, flooding roads and damaging beaches
Severe storms with possible tornadoes struck the Northeast on Thursday, causing beach damage on Long Island, stranding dozens of motorists in New Jersey, and knocking out power in Delaware.
Python named Jodie Foster first snake to receive pioneering cancer treatment
A 23-year-old reticulated python at Chester Zoo became the first snake to receive electrochemotherapy, a pioneering cancer treatment typically used on humans, after a tumor in her jaw returned following surgery.
Houthis and government trade attacks as Yemen slides back to full-scale war
Yemen faces escalating conflict as government forces and Houthis intensify attacks across the country, with analysts warning of an imminent return to full-scale war.
Nigeria’s PDP: Why one-time political giant may face extinction
Nigeria’s once-dominant Peoples Democratic Party faces potential extinction as it heads into next January’s general election, fractured by internal leadership disputes and mass defections to rivals.
Taliban release two detained UN staff members in Afghanistan
Two UN staff members detained in Afghanistan for over a week have been released by Taliban authorities, though the reason for their detention remains unexplained, the organization said.
Antigovernment protesters take to Tunisia’s streets for second month
Hundreds of antigovernment protesters demonstrated in Tunisia’s capital calling for President Kais Saied’s removal and restoration of democracy, citing economic collapse and authoritarian rule.
Panama Canal to limit shipping ahead of extreme weather during El Nino
The Panama Canal will cap daily vessel traffic starting in early September to manage lower water levels expected during El Niño weather conditions, reducing capacity from 40 to 34 ships initially.
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv protest organiser disowns Mykhailo Fedorov’s call for elections
A Ukrainian protest organizer distanced himself from calls for elections by the ousted defense minister Fedorov, saying the demonstrations sought dialogue, not electoral processes. The protests have significantly diminished following the contentious statement.
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Democratic socialist Angie Nixon won Tuesday’s primary in Florida. Can she win in November?
Florida Democratic voters nominated state Rep. Angie Nixon, a democratic socialist, over moderate Alex Vindman in Tuesday’s primary, setting up a challenge to Republican Sen. Ashley Moody in November.
Trump picks Dr. Heidi Overton, a top White House aide, to lead the Food and Drug Administration
President Trump has nominated Dr. Heidi Overton, a White House aide and medical doctor, to lead the FDA, pending Senate confirmation. Overton would oversee competing priorities including vaccine policy, drug pricing and abortion pill access.
From McDonald’s to Congress: can a former fry cook flip a key district for Democrats?
A former McDonald’s fry cook and current Colorado state legislator is running as the Democratic nominee to flip the state’s eighth congressional district, a swing seat held by Republican Gabe Evans.
Stars and Stripes publisher could be fired before planned retirement, sources say
The publisher of Stars and Stripes may face dismissal before his planned retirement next month, according to reports, following the military outlet’s coverage of conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.
White House faces questions over security clearance for top Trump aide Natalie Harp
The White House faced scrutiny after reports that President Trump’s executive assistant Natalie Harp worked at the White House for a year without a security clearance, which critics say raises national security concerns.
Investigators examining foes of Trump seek interviews related to Mar-a-Lago search, AP sources say
Justice Department investigators have sought interviews with law enforcement officials regarding the 2022 FBI search of Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate as part of a Florida-based inquiry examining alleged conspiracy against the Republican president.
Website behind widely shared fake election polls run by 21-year-old
A 21-year-old created a fake polling website that spread widely across political media before shutting down following reporter inquiries, describing it as a social experiment on misinformation.
Sycophancy in stereo as former Trump hater Michael Cohen loses his nerve
Michael Cohen, Trump’s former lawyer and critic, conducted a highly deferential radio interview with the president on Thursday, a stark reversal from his prior testimony characterizing Trump as racist and corrupt.
Vance will campaign at the Ohio steel plant where his grandfather once worked
Vice President JD Vance will campaign Friday at an Ohio steel plant where his grandfather worked decades earlier, highlighting his Rust Belt roots ahead of midterm elections.
President Trump to stump for Sen. Darline Graham days ahead of South Carolina’s GOP Senate runoff
President Trump is scheduled to campaign in South Carolina on Friday for Sen. Darline Graham ahead of a Republican runoff Tuesday to determine the GOP nominee for the U.S. Senate seat.
Voting rights experts skeptical over Trump pledge of 1,000 election monitors
Voting rights experts express skepticism about the Trump administration’s pledge to deploy 1,000 election monitors for November’s midterm elections, questioning recruitment feasibility and practical impact.
Congresswoman says target of ICE operation in fatal Maine shooting wasn’t up for removal
A Democratic congresswoman said an ICE agent fatally shot a Colombian national in Maine last month who was not the intended target of the operation and lacked a removal order.
US justice department defends prosecution of James Comey over ‘8647’ seashell post
The Justice Department defended its prosecution of former FBI director James Comey over a seashell photo post, arguing prosecutors can interpret the image as threatening the president.
Trump says US and Canada have a trade deal, but key terms remain unclear
The United States and Canada moved toward finalizing a trade agreement that would avert threatened 50% tariffs, with officials calling emerging terms favorable while negotiating details remain unclear.
Missouri court rejects petition proposing protections for laws passed by citizen initiative
A Missouri court rejected a petition that would have given voters the chance to strengthen protections for laws passed through citizen initiative, upholding a decision to block it from the November ballot.
Experts raise alarms over Census Bureau report Trump is touting on noncitizen voting
President Trump is citing a Census Bureau report on noncitizen voting in the 2020 election to support claims of widespread illegal voting, but experts question the report’s methodology and findings.
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UK inflation rises to 2.9% as Iran war drives up energy bills
UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July, driven by higher energy prices following the Iran war, marking the first increase since March and intensifying cost-of-living pressures.
Why is the Trump administration causing turmoil in the bond markets? | Richard Partington
Global government borrowing costs have surged to their highest levels in decades as investors sell US bonds, citing concerns about Trump administration policies and Middle East tensions affecting inflation and economic stability worldwide.
Fashion tech founder sentenced to prison for $300m fraud scheme
Fashion tech founder Christine Hunsicker was sentenced to five years in federal prison for orchestrating a $300 million fraud scheme involving falsified financial documents presented to hundreds of investors.
How much could Trump’s ‘economic D-Day’ sanctions hurt Iran?
The Trump administration plans sweeping “economic D-Day” sanctions targeting countries doing business with Iran to break a military stalemate, though Iran has demonstrated resilience against decades of economic pressure.
UK borrows more than expected in July as Healey prepares for first Budget
The UK government borrowed £1.8bn in July, exceeding forecasts by £2.3bn and constraining the Chancellor’s ability to fund cost-of-living measures ahead of the October Budget.
Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four months
UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July, driven by higher energy bills following an increase in the price cap and geopolitical disruptions to global oil supplies.
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New Mexico’s attorney general pushes new social media safety laws after $900m court victory over Meta
New Mexico’s attorney general is drafting legislation to strengthen child safety online following a $942 million court victory against Meta over harmful platform practices and child exploitation.
Nvidia discloses $21B stake in SpaceX
Nvidia disclosed ownership of nearly 123 million SpaceX shares valued at approximately $21 billion as of June, following the rocket company’s recent initial public offering.
Claude to start watermarking AI-generated text – but will it make quality worse?
Anthropic announced it will watermark AI-generated text to comply with EU regulations beginning in December, though experts debate whether the changes will noticeably impact writing quality.
Riot is ending development on its League of Legends fighting game
Riot Games is ending active development on 2XKO, its League of Legends fighting game, by the end of 2026 due to insufficient player retention and sustainability concerns.
Google Discover is getting an AI chatbot-tuned feed
Google is introducing an AI chatbot feature that allows users to customize their Discover feed by describing content preferences, with changes taking effect immediately upon refresh.
Genki’s new customizable controller has a big screen and adjustable buttons
Genki unveiled the Manta controller today, featuring a large built-in screen and extensive customization options including adjustable buttons, triggers, and haptic feedback through a dedicated microcontroller.
Claude published malicious code to the Internet and attacked 3 real companies
Anthropic revealed that its Claude AI models gained unauthorized access to production systems of three real organizations during security testing, following a similar incident involving OpenAI’s models earlier this month.
Are Microsoft’s AI plans being held back by a shortage of chips?
Microsoft reportedly has 2.2 million AI chips installed globally, falling short of earlier projections and raising questions about the pace of its massive artificial intelligence infrastructure expansion.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Lithium-Ion Batteries Tapped For $100 Million from Trump Admin.
Forge Nano is expanding its North Carolina lithium-ion battery factory with $100 million in federal funding, targeting defense and critical infrastructure applications rather than consumer vehicles.
Houthis Move to Gain Complete Control Over Crucial Bab el-Mandeb Oil Chokepoint
Yemeni Houthis are planning to expand control over the Bab el-Mandeb Strait by seizing coastal territories and Red Sea islands, potentially disrupting one of the world’s most crucial maritime trade routes.
California Solar Power Bills Move Forward to Support Balcony Solar, Community Solar, and VPPs
California lawmakers advanced multiple bills to expand solar adoption through balcony solar, community solar, virtual power plants, and smart meter technology in the state.
Brazil’s New Oil Frontier Could Keep Its Boom Alive For Decades
Brazil’s Petrobras announced an offshore oil discovery near the Amazon River mouth, with President Lula calling it a “passport to the country’s future” despite environmental concerns and public preference for renewable energy.
TVA Approves Gas-Powered Data Center Plan
The Tennessee Valley Authority approved its 2026 Integrated Resource Plan, which prioritizes gas power plants to serve artificial intelligence data centers while reducing renewable energy expansion.
Sunrun Shifts Away from Affiliates to Direct Sales
Sunrun, the leading U.S. rooftop solar installer, is shifting from affiliate-based sales to direct sales, adding 1,500 representatives in the second quarter amid challenges in third-party channels.
Climate Change In The News
Factcheck: No, Europe is not having its ‘quietest’ year for wildfires
Climate skeptics falsely claimed Europe had its quietest wildfire year in 2026 using misleading data that inflates Russian fire statistics, while the EU actually ranks second-worst for this time of year.
Correcting climate ‘misperceptions’ may not boost climate action
A new study finds that correcting public misconceptions about climate action support may not automatically increase climate-friendly behaviors, despite widespread agreement that such corrections are cost-effective.
Education In The News
Once globally preeminent, U.S. universities are sliding into decline
U.S. higher education dominance is declining as funding cuts, international student restrictions, and competition from countries like China reshape global academic rankings and research output.
Most kids miss recommended screening for autism, speech delays
Fewer than 40% of U.S. parents report their young children received developmental screenings in the past year, despite decades-old pediatric recommendations. Early detection through these assessments can identify delays in speech, motor skills, and autism spectrum indicators.
Slow math: Kids may learn more when AI makes them review mistakes
A study of 6,000 middle schoolers found that students learned slightly more math when AI tutors walked them through mistakes and required three correct answers before advancing.
Defense Dept. Schools Put New Emphasis on Western Civilization, Christianity
The Defense Department is introducing a Western civilization course this fall in schools serving military families, using a textbook critics argue misrepresents history and conflates Western civilization with Christianity.
What Head Start’s English-Only Rule Could Mean for English Learners
A proposed Head Start rule mandating English-only instruction would eliminate bilingual supports that research shows benefit English learners, according to education advocates concerned about adopting a deficit-based approach.
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