FBI Task Force Targeting Transnational Repression Across US: Patel
Transnational repression tactics include stalking, cyberhacking, assault, attempted kidnapping, as well as threats against targets’ family members and friends.
Maryland Republicans Sue to Keep Redistricting Question Off November Ballot
The state’s Freedom Caucus and Senate GOP leaders say lawmakers ignored ballot deadlines they had passed unanimously three months earlier.
Trump Says US ‘Only Semi-Negotiating’ With Iran
The U.S. president said that Iran’s economy is in poor shape and the regime has no funds to pay its soldiers.
Homeschool Families Are Pushing for High School Sports Participation
In California, Maryland, New York, Oklahoma, and Virginia, homeschool students are barred from public school sports.
Spain Imposes Border Controls on Italian Travelers Amid Immigration Dispute
A spat over immigration escalated as the government in Madrid responded to Rome’s restrictions.
Democratic Rep. Ed Case Beats Progressive Rival in Hawaii’s 1st District
Incumbent U.S. Rep. Ed Case successfully fended off four challengers in the Democratic primary.
National Academy of Sciences Removes Climate Chapter That Critics Allege Could Bias Judges
‘Federal judges rely on this manual to decide cases,’ the CEO of the American Energy Institute said.
Chinese AI Seems to Be Gaining on US Rivals—Analysts Say Not So Fast
America still has an advantage in AI infrastructure, although China is trying to make its own chips and data centers, a U.S.–China tech expert said.
Senate to Take Up College Sports Bill After August Recess
The act would prohibit colleges, athletic conferences, and organizations from preventing athletes from entering into name, image, and likeness agreements.
Dispute Over Transgender Members Rattles Daughters of the American Revolution
One of the largest and oldest patriotic groups is in turmoil over males being admitted as ‘daughters’—and GOP lawmakers are intervening.
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Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Deal With Oman Is in Final Stages
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi urged the United States to meet demands in order to open the Strait of Hormuz.
EXCLUSIVE: Kash Patel: The FBI’s War on Scam Centers Around the World
Working with international partners, the FBI has seized over $15 billion, arrested more than 300 people, and freed thousands of trafficked victims.
Senate Moves Major Crypto Regulation Bill Toward Vote
The CLARITY Act would establish a federal regulatory framework for cryptocurrency and other digital assets.
3 Exercises to Train Your Fascia Strength, Ease Back Strain, and Help Prevent Falls
Fascia is the hidden key to better balance, stronger core coordination, and freedom from chronic soreness and stiffness.
Former NBA Players Test WNBA Policies by Declaring for Women’s 2027 Draft
The two men say they seek equal treatment after some players advocated for trans participation in the women’s basketball league.
Not New, but New on Netflix for August
Check out our monthly report on what’s debuting on the popular streaming site.
How Recording WWII Soldiers Led to the Hit Show ‘Candid Camera’
In ‘This Week in History,’ Allen Funt’s experiences at Cornell and the Signal Corps helped produce one of America’s funniest TV shows.
Voter Files in Arizona’s Largest County Illegally Obtained in 2020, Records Show
An individual who was never charged exfiltrated 633,000 files.
Trump Signs Orders to Curb Birthright Citizenship, Target Birth Tourism
The new orders came after the Supreme Court in June overturned a bid by Trump to restrict birthright citizenship on the grounds it violated the 14th Amendment.
Cereal Killer: Why America’s Breakfast Needs a Healthy Overhaul
Ultra-processed cereals have ruled the breakfast table for decades. The MAHA movement hopes to return the meal to its traditional staples.
Florida Confirms 2nd Death in 2026 From Flesh-Eating Bacteria Found Near Beaches
Officials in Louisiana also warned of the Vibrio vulnificus bacteria last week.
Trump Says Voters ‘Angry at Republicans,’ Not Him, Ahead of Midterms
The president was commenting on the GOP’s prospects ahead of the November elections, noting that the incumbent president tends to lose seats in the midterms.
Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Plan: Israel Won’t Withdraw Until Hamas Is ‘Genuinely Disarmed’
Trump said in July that an agreement had been reached for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza.
Beijing Sanctions 2 US Labs That Can Prove Where Cotton Grew
U.S. importers must prove their goods are free of Xinjiang forced labor, and the two sanctioned firms sell forensic testing that makes that proof possible.
William Orbit, Grammy-Winning Producer Behind Madonna and Blur Albums, Dies at 69
The British producer who helped transform the sound of the late 1990s died last month at his home, family members announced.
Most Insomnia Is Linked to Stress—How to Relieve It
Good sleep comes from letting go of stress and nurturing your body with regular routines, warm baths, and gentle bedtime stretches.
People Who Drink Alcohol Have More Harmful Oral Bacteria, Study Finds
Dentists explain how alcohol may affect the balance of bacteria in your mouth.
2 Simple Spices May Enhance Beneficial Gut Bacteria
Your morning yogurt might be missing two ingredients that could give your gut bacteria a boost.
How Can Homeowners Save Money When Moving in Summer?
One of the most effective ways to save money is to book movers as early as possible.
Demand for Experiences Surges as Travelers Prioritize Activities Over Relaxation
It seems consumers are increasingly showing signs that they appreciate the experiential part of travel.
