Ohio comic shop battles lingering tariffs and seeks refunds
A small Ohio retailer finds its bottom line squeezed by trade penalties introduced over a year ago, prompting a costly refund chase.
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Milo Yiannopoulos removed from U.S. after visa overstay
The outspoken commentator known for his anti‑immigration stance was taken into custody by ICE and ordered to leave the country.
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Democrats Mobilize Task Force to Counter Possible Trump Interference in Midterms
Lawmakers are assembling a scenario‑planning team to anticipate and mitigate any actions by former president Donald Trump that could affect the 2026 congressional races.
4d ago
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Federal judge finds Pentagon’s action against Anthropic unlawful
A court order declares the Department of Defense’s punitive steps toward the AI firm illegal after it voiced criticism of DoD AI policy.
4d ago
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Mother accused of killing three children faces closing arguments as postpartum psychosis draws scrutiny
The high‑profile U.S. murder trial enters its final phase, spotlighting a rare mental‑health condition that may have influenced the defendant’s actions.
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FDA clears new pancreatic cancer therapy that extends patient survival
The agency has approved a first‑in‑class drug that blocks a tumor‑fueling protein, offering a measurable survival benefit for a disease with few options.
5d ago
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Trump’s ground‑beef tariff proposal faces skepticism over price impact
A new plan to cut import duties on ground beef arrives ahead of the midterms, but analysts doubt it will noticeably lower consumer costs.
6d ago
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Instagram leader Adam Mosseri appears in court amid child‑safety lawsuit
Meta’s head of Instagram testified as four states allege the platforms are engineered to attract minors while understating associated risks.
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DHS Faces Lawsuit Over Secret Monitoring of Community Groups
Legal filings allege the agency infiltrated churches, libraries and labor unions, prompting privacy and civil‑rights concerns.
25 Aug 2026
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Former Illinois deputy Sean Grayson dies while serving murder sentence
The ex‑sheriff’s deputy convicted of killing Sonya Massey passed away in prison during his 20‑year term.
24 Aug 2026
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Reno Wildfire Forces Massive Evacuations Across City
A rapidly spreading human‑caused blaze has scorched over 15,000 acres, prompting authorities to order nearly 90,000 residents to evacuate or stay on alert.
24 Aug 2026
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President Trump kicks off Washington IndyCar race with ceremonial green flag
The leader took a lap of the temporary circuit before waving the start flag, marking a highlight of the nation’s 250th‑birthday celebrations.
23 Aug 2026
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Drug and firearm allegations halt rapper BigXthaPlug’s festival appearance
Authorities arrested BigXthaPlug on narcotics and weapons charges, cancelling his scheduled set at the Country Rising Festival.
22 Aug 2026
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Laptop ignites on American Airlines flight, prompting emergency landing
A passenger's laptop caught fire mid‑air on Flight 2398, leading to a safe landing and medical attention at the airport.
22 Aug 2026
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Court showdown over 'Italian brainrot' meme could set AI art copyright precedent
A lawsuit centered on a minimalist stick‑figure meme may determine how creators protect AI‑generated characters in the United States.
22 Aug 2026
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US‑Canada trade talks race toward Friday deadline
Negotiators from both sides scramble to resolve lingering issues as the midnight Friday deadline looms.
22 Aug 2026
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Police Raid Penn State Fraternity House, Arrest 13 in Drug Probe
Authorities seized a Penn State fraternity home, detaining 13 current and former students on accusations of operating a drug‑dealing network.
21 Aug 2026
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Supreme Court pauses halt on Trump ballroom project amid preservation fight
The high court’s temporary order lets work continue while a historic‑preservation lawsuit proceeds.
21 Aug 2026
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Controversial list of pricey New York second homes fuels tax debate
A newly released roster of high‑value residences has ignited a clash over a proposed second‑home levy in New York City.
21 Aug 2026
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US Debt Hits Unprecedented Level, Raising Economic Alarm Bells
A fresh debt milestone for the United States has sparked fresh concerns about fiscal sustainability and growth prospects.
21 Aug 2026
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Indiana communities grapple with nine‑day blackout after storm wreckage
A severe storm has left tens of thousands without electricity for over a week, keeping schools shut and businesses closed.
21 Aug 2026
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Eight Fatalities Confirmed After Charter Flight Crashes at Alaska Radar Station
A chartered aircraft carrying eight people went down near a remote western Alaska radar site, killing everyone on board.
21 Aug 2026
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FBI detains Albany woman accused of targeting New York statehouse
Authorities say the suspect pledged allegiance to the Islamic State and planned a bombing aimed at lawmakers in the capital.
20 Aug 2026
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U.S. federal debt climbs to $40 trillion, a record high
The national debt has doubled since 2017 and now exceeds $40 trillion, with interest costs surpassing $1 trillion annually.
20 Aug 2026
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Long‑time Trump aide Natalie Harp thrust into public view after Senate speech
Senator Jon Ossoff highlighted the senior aide’s close ties to Donald Trump, bringing her out of the background.
20 Aug 2026
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IndyCar street race in DC runs past museums, raises preservation worries
The upcoming downtown circuit will thread the National Gallery of Art and three Smithsonian museums, prompting art experts to warn of possible vibration damage.
20 Aug 2026
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Rising Yields Warn of Economic Headwinds, Consumers Feel the Impact
Bond price declines are prompting higher yields, a sign investors are uneasy about growth and inflation, with direct effects on loans and retirement savings.
20 Aug 2026
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U.S. federal debt breaches $40 trillion, prompting rate pressure
The national debt crossing the $40 trillion mark is driving investors to seek higher yields, raising borrowing costs across the economy.
19 Aug 2026
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US Treasury Actions Prompt Slight Drop in Long‑Term Borrowing Costs
After a recent surge to a two‑decade high, yields on 30‑year Treasury bonds eased modestly following new government measures.
19 Aug 2026
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Former NIH adviser David Morens admits guilt in COVID‑origin email concealment
The ex‑Fauci aide pleaded guilty to a federal charge for hiding communications about the pandemic’s beginnings.
19 Aug 2026
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Natalie Harp’s Role as a Veteran Trump Aide Comes Under Senate Scrutiny
Long‑time White House staffer Natalie Harp is back in the headlines after Senator Jon Ossoff highlighted her close ties to former President Donald Trump.
19 Aug 2026
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Oregon's Regulated Psilocybin Initiative Yields Early Positive Results
First data from the state's licensed magic‑mushroom program show participants reporting lower levels of PTSD, depression and anxiety.
19 Aug 2026
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Hospital Staff Strike Highlights Surge in Patient‑Driven Violence
Nurses and other frontline employees on strike cite escalating assaults and low wages as critical concerns.
19 Aug 2026
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Florida primaries shape governor, Senate and House contests amid new districts
Voters are selecting party nominees for top statewide offices and reshaped congressional seats as redistricting redraws the political map.
19 Aug 2026
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Florida GOP Congressman Cory Mills Defeated in Primary Amid Abuse Allegations
Republican Rep. Cory Mills lost his bid for re‑election after a primary challenge intensified by domestic‑abuse accusations.
19 Aug 2026
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Philadelphia police search for man in horror‑movie mask after residents chased
Authorities are investigating a series of unsettling encounters in which a masked individual pursued people in the city, prompting heightened patrols and public warnings.
18 Aug 2026
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US‑Canada Trade Talks Near Deadline as Carney Seeks Trump’s Support
With the expiration of a temporary trade pact approaching, U.S. envoy John Carney makes a last push to secure a permanent agreement while Canada resists major concessions.
18 Aug 2026
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Portland’s Soap Box Derby Turns a Hill into a Colorful Racecourse
Motorless cars zoom down a steep Portland slope, decked out as cartoon heroes, subway trains and giant animals, in a community‑driven spectacle.
18 Aug 2026
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Legal battles heat up as AI‑generated songs spark profit disputes
Musicians, tech firms and rights holders clash over who should be compensated for music created by artificial intelligence.
18 Aug 2026
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Rep. Jimmy Gomez faces House ethics probe over sexual misconduct claims
The California Democrat acknowledges personal mistakes outside his marriage but says the behavior was consensual and not a breach of House rules.
17 Aug 2026
