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Politics · United StatesTrump appoints Jennifer Hegseth to chair military spouses commission
President Donald Trump established the Presidential Commission on Military Spouses, appointing Jennifer Hegseth, wife of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, as its chair. The commission will address housing, employment and education challenges for military families and submit annual recommendations to the President.
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Science & Tech · United StatesApple Removes Then Restores Telegram on iOS App Store Over CSAM Content
Apple removed Telegram from the iOS App Store globally after a review found child sexual abuse material, then restored it once the content was deleted and the user banned. Existing installations continued to work during the removal.
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Health · United StatesRobert F. Kennedy Jr. launches YouTube cooking show promoting red meat and dairy
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. debuted a YouTube cooking show on 30 July 2026, advocating a diet centred on red meat, whole milk, and eggs. His recipes, costing under $5 per serving, aim to combat obesity and chronic disease but clash with established research on saturated fats and heart health.
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Politics · United StatesNew York Mayor Mamdani Faces Backlash Over Rising Anti-Jewish Hate Crimes
New York City has seen a rise in anti-Jewish hate crimes in 2026, with 205 reported in the first seven months. Mayor Zohran Mamdani's rhetoric on Israel and his exclusion of Jewish members from a judicial advisory panel have drawn criticism from Jewish leaders, who say his actions leave the community feeling more vulnerable.
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Politics · United StatesUS State Department to close five foreign missions in downsizing
The US State Department notified Congress of plans to close consulates in Winnipeg, Nagoya, Medan, Douala and St. George’s, part of a broader downsizing not linked to a specific geopolitical event. The move follows earlier proposals under the Trump administration and has drawn criticism from Democrats and former officials.
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New York mayor rejects conservative claim grocery stores prove need for voter ID
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani denied claims by conservative leaders that his planned low-price grocery stores would require ID, calling the allegations 'insane'. The dispute centres on whether Democrats’ opposition to voter ID laws is inconsistent with the city’s grocery plan, which officials say will not require identification.
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Trump administration halts border wall well drilling in New Mexico after rancher protests
The Trump administration has ordered construction crews to stop drilling wells for the border wall in New Mexico after ranchers warned that groundwater extraction threatened their livestock. Eight wells were drilled without state permits, and federal agencies will now collaborate on a groundwater strategy.
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Media · United StatesScott Pelley and Sharyn Alfonsi leave CBS '60 Minutes' for teaching roles
Scott Pelley and Sharyn Alfonsi, long-time correspondents on CBS's '60 Minutes', have been removed from the programme as part of a restructuring and will take up teaching positions. The move follows a broader shakeup at the network's flagship news show.
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Business & Economy · United StatesCapital One closed Trump accounts in 2021 over money-laundering concerns
Capital One closed bank accounts held by Donald Trump in 2021 after flagging financial activity linked to money-laundering risks, the bank disclosed in a court filing. Trump’s holding company sued, alleging political motives, but Capital One denied the claim.
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Politics · United StatesCaitlin Clark comments on Sophie Cunningham's trans athlete stance after WNBA game
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark spoke publicly for the first time on teammate Sophie Cunningham’s remarks about transgender athletes, calling it a matter for governing bodies to resolve. The comments followed a 108-100 loss to the Minnesota Lynx, where coach Cheryl Reeve defended trans inclusion in sports.
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Politics · United StatesUS judge allows border wall segment near Presidio, Texas to proceed
A federal judge in Washington permitted the US Department of Homeland Security to continue building a border wall section using levees near Presidio, Texas. The decision overrides local objections that the construction could cause flooding and violate environmental laws.
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Politics · United StatesTrump calls US Attorney Pirro ‘folded like an umbrella’ over dropped charges
Donald Trump publicly rebuked US Attorney Jeanine Pirro after she moved to drop charges against a former Olympian accused of vandalising the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The digests agree Trump used the phrases ‘choked’ and ‘folded like an umbrella’, and that Pirro’s decision marked a rare defiance during his second term.
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Media · United StatesMegyn Kelly calls Dana Bash 'out of her league' after RFK Jr interview
Megyn Kelly said CNN anchor Dana Bash was 'out of her league' during her interview with Robert F. Kennedy Jr on 2 August. Kelly’s remarks followed a heated exchange on pandemic lockdowns, Fauci’s role, and Trump’s accountability. Only left-rated outlets covered the story.
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Politics · United StatesMichigan Senate Primary Pits El-Sayed Against Stevens in Democratic Test
Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens has become a high-stakes battle over the party’s future, with El-Sayed backed by progressives and Stevens by the establishment. The winner will face Republican Mike Rogers in November.
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US signs framework deal to triple Patriot missile production
The US Defence Department signed a framework deal on 3 August 2026 to triple Patriot missile production and quadruple THAAD output. The agreement, with Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman, establishes a second source for PAC-3 rocket motors and increases ignition safety device production, though its monetary value remains undisclosed.
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Politics · United StatesAbdul El-Sayed widens lead in Michigan Senate primary polls
Abdul El-Sayed has extended his lead in pre-primary polls among Michigan Democrats, backed by the UAW and progressive lawmakers. His opponent, Rep. Haley Stevens, is supported by party leaders and AIPAC, which has spent millions on her campaign.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump cancels planned Iran escalation after military warnings
President Trump called off a planned military escalation against Iran after warnings from military advisors about high casualties and low missile stocks. The US has evacuated bases in Iraq and relocated forces to Israel, while Iran denies negotiations and threatens retaliation against regional energy infrastructure.
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Politics · Latin AmericaHonduran judge releases Juan Orlando Hernández pending fraud trial
A Honduran judge ruled on 3 August 2026 that former President Juan Orlando Hernández will remain free while awaiting trial for fraud and money laundering. Hernández returned to Honduras after receiving a U.S. pardon for drug trafficking charges from former President Donald Trump.
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Politics · Middle EastTrump says US talks with Iran are Tehran’s ‘last chance before decapitation’
Donald Trump said the United States is negotiating with Iran as a final opportunity to avoid military action, calling it Tehran’s ‘last chance before decapitation’. Iran’s foreign ministry insists it is only discussing a shipping corridor with Oman, not the US, while the Strait of Hormuz remains blockaded.
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