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Politics · United StatesJudge rejects SPLC bid to dismiss Trump administration fraud case
A federal judge in Alabama denied the Southern Poverty Law Center’s motion to dismiss criminal charges brought by the Trump administration, finding no evidence of vindictive prosecution. The SPLC faces 11 counts, including wire fraud and false statements to a bank. The judge criticised both sides’ rhetoric as unsuited to court.
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US Senate votes 90-6 to extend federal funding until 11 December
The Senate passed a stopgap funding bill early on 8 August 2026, funding federal agencies through 11 December. The 90-6 vote included Democratic provisions to block money transfers to the Border Patrol and delay a national ban on intoxicating hemp products. The House must approve the measure before it reaches the President.
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California proposes fines for influencers who hide paid political posts
California is considering legislation to fine influencers and political campaigns up to $5,000 if they fail to disclose paid political content. The move follows concerns over transparency as campaigns increasingly use social media creators to reach voters, with some cases already under investigation.
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Mark Cruz confirmed as director of Indian Health Service after 19-month vacancy
The U.S. Senate confirmed Mark Cruz as director of the Indian Health Service on 7 August 2026, ending a 19-month vacancy. Cruz, a citizen of the Klamath Tribes, will address staffing shortages and infrastructure backlogs at the agency, which serves 2.8 million Native American and Alaska Native patients. The vote was 51-47.
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Politics · United StatesPentagon revokes Frank Kendall’s security clearance over Air Force One leak
The Pentagon revoked Frank Kendall’s security clearance on 7 August 2026 after an unauthorised disclosure about President Donald Trump’s Qatari-donated Air Force One. The $400 million jet, accepted last year, lacks the safety features of the older Boeing 747s, according to earlier remarks by Kendall.
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Media · United StatesFederal judge asked to drop charges against Don Lemon over St Paul church protest
Don Lemon has asked a federal judge to dismiss criminal civil-rights charges related to his presence at an anti-ICE protest inside a Minnesota church in January. His legal team claims the prosecution is politically motivated and violates the First Amendment.
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Media · United StatesCBS Evening News ratings rise to 4.1 million with Dokoupil on vacation
CBS Evening News averaged 4.1 million viewers for the week of 27 July, its highest total in 17 weeks. The gain came while anchor Tony Dokoupil was on a two-week vacation, with Matt Gutman filling in. Outlets disagreed on whether the increase reflected Gutman’s performance or broader news interest.
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Politics · United StatesCalifornia craft distillers lose delivery rights as lobbying blocks extension
California lawmakers are unlikely to extend temporary rules allowing craft distillers to ship spirits directly to customers, after lobbying by the wine industry, Teamsters and alcohol distributors. The groups spent over $1 million this year to block the measure, which expires at year-end.
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Colin Gray requests new trial after conviction for giving son gun used in Apalachee shooting
Colin Gray, convicted for providing the firearm his son used in the Apalachee High School shooting that killed four, has filed a motion for a new trial. The request follows his March conviction on charges of second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter. No right-rated outlet covered the development.
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Politics · United StatesFormer US prosecutor sues over Rosh Hashanah firing linked to anti-Trump blog
A former assistant US attorney filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department, claiming he was fired in September 2025 during Rosh Hashanah after a right-wing commentator shared his years-old anti-Trump blog posts. The suit seeks reinstatement, backpay, and damages, alleging First Amendment violations.
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Politics · United StatesJudge orders Virginia school board to remove Confederate names again
A federal judge ruled that Shenandoah County School Board violated the constitutional rights of Black students by restoring Confederate names to two schools in 2024. The board must rename Stonewall Jackson High School and Ashby-Lee Elementary after the Virginia NAACP sued on behalf of six students and their parents.
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Christine Grady gives middle finger to photographer after Fauci contempt vote
Christine Grady, wife of Dr. Anthony Fauci, raised her middle finger to a photographer outside their Washington, DC home on 7 August 2026. The incident followed a Senate committee vote to hold Fauci in contempt, with outlets on the right and left reporting the gesture but differing in emphasis and framing.
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MaineHealth to close Lincoln Hospital’s labour unit, 12th in state since 2015
MaineHealth’s trustees voted to close the labour and delivery unit at Lincoln Hospital in Damariscotta, leaving three counties without obstetric services. The decision, opposed by state officials and community groups, follows 11 other maternity unit closures in Maine since 2015 and will move services to Brunswick.
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Politics · United StatesDan Crenshaw mocked for telling Americans to 'eat ramen' amid cost-of-living complaints
Rep. Dan Crenshaw urged Americans to 'stop whining, get a job, eat ramen' after a college student complained a burrito cost $20. The post drew criticism from conservatives and others who said it ignored rising food prices and cost-of-living pressures.
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Politics · United StatesTrump says voters are angry at Republicans but not at him ahead of midterms
President Donald Trump said voters are angry at Republicans but not at him, as polls show the party trailing Democrats by 8 points ahead of the 2026 midterms. Trump’s super PAC has $400 million but has not yet spent to support GOP candidates, while he has lost 21 court battles over state voter rolls.
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Trump declines to endorse Thune for Senate GOP leader as SAVE America Act vote looms
President Donald Trump refused to endorse John Thune for another term as Senate GOP leader, citing frustration over stalled election integrity legislation. Thune plans a vote on the SAVE America Act, which would require proof of citizenship to register to vote and mandate photo ID, as control of the Senate hinges on five states.
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Politics · United StatesTrump convenes mining executives to secure critical minerals for US defence
President Donald Trump will meet executives from Rio Tinto, BHP Group, Freeport-McMoRan and other mining companies on 9 August 2026 to discuss securing domestic and allied supplies of critical minerals. The administration seeks to address shortages in weapons production and counter China’s dominance in mineral processing.
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US lawmakers propose 100-foot buffer zones around houses of worship
A bipartisan group of US lawmakers introduced the Right to Worship Act, creating 100-foot buffer zones around houses of worship during services. The bill, led by Senators Ted Cruz and Elissa Slotkin, aims to protect worshippers from disruptive protests but faces opposition from civil rights groups over First Amendment concerns.
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Politics · United StatesDonald Trump's fuller hair in Las Vegas sparks wig speculation
During a recent speaking engagement in Las Vegas, Donald Trump's hair appeared noticeably fuller and more voluminous than usual, prompting speculation that he might be wearing a wig. Hairstylists and experts in men's hair replacement systems told HuffPost the change was likely due to dye and styling, not a hairpiece. Social media erupted with jokes and memes about the president's appearance.
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Politics · United StatesKirill Basin arrested after Maui beach altercation, charged with terroristic threatening
Kirill Basin, a Democratic candidate for Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District, was arrested on 3 August 2026 after allegedly threatening beachgoers with a knife and implying he had a gun. A video shows him being knocked unconscious by another man. He faces two felony charges and $1 million bail.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSouth Korean President Lee Jae‑myung refuses to send troops to US‑led Iran war
On 18 September 2026 President Lee Jae‑myung announced South Korea will not deploy troops or military assets to a US‑led war against Iran. He added that naval operations would only protect South Korean ships. The remark came after pressure from US President Donald Trump.
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Politics · Asia-PacificSouth Korean President: Trump Wants Dialogue with North Korea
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung stated that U.S. President Donald Trump clearly wants dialogue with North Korea. Lee also confirmed that South Korea will not deploy troops to intervene militarily in the Iran war.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump says Iran wants a deal but is not ready
President Trump stated Iran is seeking a deal but is not yet prepared, ahead of a planned meeting with Gulf Cooperation Council leaders. He indicated the US would only accept a favourable agreement.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran adds earth barriers to Pickaxe Mountain as Trump warns Tehran
Iran has reinforced tunnel entrances at the Pickaxe Mountain nuclear‑linked complex with earthen barriers, according to satellite imagery released on 11 September. The Institute for Science and International Security says the added earth hardens the site against air strikes. Russia and China blocked a U.N. resolution, and President Donald Trump warned Iran not to “get cute”.
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Politics · Middle EastUN General Assembly allows Abbas video address after US visa denial
The United Nations General Assembly has voted to allow Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to address the 81st session via video link. The decision follows the United States' denial of a visa to Abbas, preventing his in-person attendance in New York.
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Politics · Middle EastRussia and China veto UN resolution on Iran sanctions monitoring
Russia and China vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that would have extended the mandate of experts monitoring sanctions on Iran. The vote creates a gap in oversight as the sanctions themselves remain in effect.
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Conflict & SecurityTrump announces progress on US military base in Poland
US President Donald Trump announced significant progress toward establishing a US military base in Poland. He stated the location would be announced soon and described the potential base as a historic step for the US-Poland alliance. Polish President Karol Nawrocki was credited for his leadership.
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Iran shoots down at least two US drones, officials say
US officials have confirmed that Iranian forces shot down at least two American MQ-1 unmanned aircraft in recent days. The exact location and specific models of the drones are not yet public.
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Politics · ChinaChina's Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Rubio discuss high-level talks
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call on Thursday, September 17, 2026. They discussed preparing for future high-level interactions and the situation in West Asia, ahead of an anticipated meeting between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.
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Politics · IndiaCanadian Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu Visits India for Economic Talks
Canadian Minister of International Trade Maninder Sidhu is visiting Mumbai from September 18-19 to advance trade talks with India. The visit focuses on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and aims to significantly increase bilateral trade.
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Politics · European UnionCarney to address EU Parliament amid Trump criticism of Canada's associate membership bid
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to address the European Parliament. This follows a proposal by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen for Canada to become the EU's first associate member, a move US President Donald Trump has criticised.
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Politics · ChinaUS Open to AI Risk Talks With China This Weekend
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has stated the United States is open to discussing shared risks with China in upcoming AI talks scheduled for this weekend. The discussions aim to prevent the bifurcation of AI systems between the two countries.
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Conflict & Security · United KingdomCanada applies to join UK military coalition
Canada has formally applied to join the UK-led Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF), a military coalition of 10 NATO allies. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the application, which aims to diversify Canada's defence ties beyond the United States.
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Science & Tech · ChinaHuawei forecasts 900 billion AI agents by 2035
Huawei's "Intelligent World 2035" report forecasts a dramatic increase in autonomous AI agents, predicting they will account for over 90% of global AI token traffic by 2035. The report anticipates 900 billion such agents will be active globally, a figure roughly 100 times the projected human population.
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Politics · ChinaFamilies Urge Trump to Free Detainees Ahead of Xi's US Visit
As Chinese President Xi Jinping prepares to visit the United States, families and advocates have made public appeals for the release of detained US scholar Min Zin and Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai. The pleas were made during congressional hearings in Washington.
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Politics · AfricaUS imposes visa restrictions on South Africans over discrimination claims
The United States has imposed new visa restrictions on certain South African nationals, citing race-based discrimination and uncompensated land seizures. South Africa has rejected the US allegations, stating the measures are based on mischaracterised policies and fringe group information.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaNorth Korea threatens nuclear use over US-South Korea defense talks
North Korea's Ministry of Defense has stated that nuclear weapons could be used in response to actions by the US and South Korea. This statement follows defense talks between the two nations aimed at strengthening cooperation against potential weapons of mass destruction attacks from Pyongyang.
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Politics · Middle EastJD Vance: US Middle East policy must not be subservient to Israel
US Vice President JD Vance said American policy in the Middle East cannot be made subservient to Israel. He argued that President Trump has shown a greater willingness than other recent presidents to diverge from Israeli interests when they conflict with American ones.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastJD Vance: US-Iran conflict to enter new phase in months
US Vice President JD Vance said the conflict with Iran is expected to enter a "much different phase" within months. He also suggested the war could conclude shortly after the upcoming midterm elections, aligning with President Trump's predictions.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS, Israel, Arab military chiefs met in Germany on security
Military leaders from the US, Israel, and eight Arab countries convened in Germany last week for a closed-door meeting. Organized by CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper, the summit focused on security cooperation in the Middle East, particularly concerning Iran and Houthi actions in Yemen.
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