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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt to Resign

President Donald Trump announced Leavitt will step down at the end of August to spend more time with her family.

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TSN Broadcasts Ukraine Updates via US-Partnered News Telemarathon

Live coverage Wednesday detailed events in Ukraine and abroad amid reports of 237 combat actions.

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US Credit Card Debt Nears All-Time High

Total outstanding balances rose to $1.26 trillion in the second quarter of 2026, driven by inflation and spending.

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Shaboozey Performs 'Cowgirl' With Ciara Miller on The Tonight Show

The musician featured a surprise appearance by the Summer House star during a New York City broadcast on July 30.

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Trump Imposes New Tariffs on Dozens of Trading Partners

New import taxes aim to combat forced labor and boost US manufacturing, though critics warn of rising consumer costs.

business

Trump Says US Has Total Control Over Strait of Hormuz

President asserts U.S. dominance over the critical waterway as Iran rejects claims and diplomatic talks remain deadlocked.

business

Utah Couple Builds $2 Billion US E-Commerce Empire

David Wright and Melanie Alder turned a small fridge-magnet resale business into a multi-billion dollar retail operation.

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US Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt to Resign

Leavitt will leave her White House role at the end of June 2026 to focus on her family and transition to an advisory position.

politics

US Indicts 11 for Decade-Long Sham Marriage Scheme

Attorney General Todd Blanche announced charges against a New York-based ring that allegedly orchestrated over 1,000 fraudulent marriages.

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Alex Bregman Hits Three Home Runs in Cubs Victory Over Nationals

The first baseman recorded a career-high seven RBIs during the Chicago Cubs' 12-6 win in Washington.

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Alex Bregman hits three home runs in Cubs victory over Nationals

The Chicago Cubs defeated the Washington Nationals 12-6 behind Bregman's first career three-home run game.

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MLB Releases Highlights of Mets vs. Braves Game

Official game footage captures the matchup between the New York Mets and Atlanta Braves from Aug. 12.

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MLB Releases Highlights of Cubs and Nationals Game

Major League Baseball published a full-game recap of the Aug. 12 matchup between the Chicago Cubs and Washington Nationals.

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Trent Grisham Hits Two Home Runs in Yankees Win Over Mariners

The New York Yankees defeated the Seattle Mariners 10-5 behind a four-RBI performance from Grisham.

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Bob Iger, Joshua Kushner to buy Los Angeles Lakers

Former Disney CEO and venture capitalist agree to a record-breaking $12.5 billion deal for the NBA franchise.

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Meta Faces US Federal Trial Over Youth Social Media Addiction

A coalition of 29 states alleges Facebook and Instagram were engineered to be addictive to children, causing mental health harm.

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US S&P 500 and Nasdaq Rise on CoreWeave Earnings

AI infrastructure growth and mild inflation data drive market gains as investors eye Federal Reserve interest rate decisions.

business

Sweetgreen Sales Drop Amid US Cyclospora Outbreak

CEO Jonathan Neman reports a significant hit to comparable sales as consumers avoid salads during a nationwide contamination scare.

world

US Announces $15.5 Million in Aid for Colombia After Earthquake

The humanitarian package follows a magnitude-7.4 earthquake that struck Colombia on Aug. 10.

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Brazil Senate enters recess without date for 6x1 work schedule vote

Senate President Davi Alcolumbre has not scheduled a vote on President Lula's proposal to end the six-days-on, one-day-off shift.

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YouTube Tests Immersive 'Clear Screen' Mode for Shorts

The platform is removing on-screen buttons for a distraction-free experience and expanding Shorts to Google TV in the US.

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Karoline Leavitt to resign as US White House Press Secretary

The youngest person to hold the role will step down at the end of August to focus on family and serve as an outside adviser.

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North Korea fires ballistic missile ahead of US-South Korea drills

The missile traveled more than 700 kilometers from the Wonsan area as tensions rise before scheduled joint military exercises.

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NY Mayor, Governor Condemn Trump Administration ICE Tactics

Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul criticize aggressive immigration enforcement across New York state.

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Univision Launches Immigration Podcast for US Migrants

Jorge Cancino and Armando Olmedo will host 'Hablemos de Inmigración' to provide legal guidance to the immigrant community.

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US Oil Firm Deploys Drilling Gear in Greenland Without Permits

Texas-based Greenland Energy moved equipment to the Jameson Land region amid reports of potential trillion-dollar oil reserves.

Rod Stewart Cancels US Tour Dates Following Heart Surgery

The 81-year-old singer underwent a stent placement procedure, leading to the cancellation of his 'One Last Time' tour.

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Progressive Candidates Win Key Democratic Primaries in US

Victories in Michigan and Wisconsin signal a shift toward left-of-center platforms as voters seek change from party establishment.

Jason Sudeikis joins Mumford & Sons at Madison Square Garden

The actor surprised fans by performing the 'Ted Lasso' theme song during the band's New York City concert.

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Canada Dissatisfied With Latest US Trade Offer

Officials say the proposal fails to address key irritants as an Aug. 19 tariff deadline approaches.

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Petition Seeks Expulsion of US Ambassador Pete Hoekstra from Canada

Tens of thousands of Canadians have signed a petition urging the government to declare the Trump administration representative persona non grata.

Prime Video Releases Trailer for 'Neagley' Spin-off Series

Maria Sten returns as Frances Neagley in the new Chicago-based series featuring Alan Ritchson's Jack Reacher.

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Brandon Nakashima reaches first ATP Masters final in Montreal

The US player defeated 19-year-old Rafael Jodar in the National Bank Open semi-finals on Wednesday.

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Sabathia Says Dodgers Will Overcome Recent Slump

Former pitcher believes team talent and Tarik Skubal will help Los Angeles navigate fatigue from consecutive World Series runs.

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NFL Teams Release Mic'd-Up Footage From 2026 Training Camps

Los Angeles Chargers, Miami Dolphins, and New York Jets provide fans behind-the-scenes access to players and coaches.

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Top Seed Miles Russell Eliminated from US Amateur

Ryder Cowan upsets the No. 1 seed during the Round of 64 at Merion Golf Club.

business

US and Japan Coordinate Historic Yen-Buying Intervention

The two nations acted to stabilize the weakening yen and curb disorderly market moves in the biggest currency operation in 15 years.

business

BofA Economist Forecasts Three US Fed Rate Hikes for 2024

Aditya Bhave reaffirms prediction that inflation pressures warrant further interest rate increases despite recent CPI data.

politics

Trump Says US Secret Service Ordered Plane Swap in Turkey Due to Threat

The U.S. president transferred to a military aircraft after leaving a NATO summit in Istanbul following security warnings.

politics

Trump Renews Effort to Fire US Fed Governor Lisa Cook

President seeks to remove Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve after the Supreme Court rejected his bid in a 5-4 vote.

politics

Man rescues woman trapped on US railroad tracks

A 23-year-old man lifted a crossing gate in Hobe Sound, Florida, to free a driver seconds before an oncoming train arrived.

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Karoline Leavitt to resign as US White House press secretary

The 28-year-old official will step down at the end of August to spend more time with her family.

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Moneymaxxing Trend Prompts US Consumers to Optimize Personal Finances

Social media users are adopting high-yield savings and strict budgeting to combat rising living costs and affordability gaps.

politics

US Immigration Agency to Equip Agents With Electric Shock Gloves

ICE plans to spend up to $20 million on wearable devices designed to subdue combative individuals through electrical shocks.

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New York Gas Station Offers Fuel Discounts for Dancing

A Sunoco station in upstate New York is providing price relief to customers willing to perform a dance for the cashier.

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US Credit Card Debt Nears All-Time High

Total balances rose to $1.26 trillion in the second quarter of 2026, driven by rising prices and a persistent income divide.

politics

Michael Steele Criticizes US Plane Swap Incident in Turkey

Former RNC chair says Donald Trump left senior officials behind after becoming dissatisfied with an Air Force One aircraft.

politics

US Judge Blocks Trump Order Restricting Mail-In Ballots

A federal judge ruled the USPS cannot limit ballot delivery to states that provide federal lists of eligible voters.

world

Lack of Money Biggest Barrier to Dating for Young US Adults

More than half of unmarried adults aged 22 to 35 cite financial constraints as the primary obstacle to finding a partner.

world

Andrew Bird Performs with San Francisco Symphony

The American singer-songwriter celebrated the 20th anniversary of his breakout album with the orchestra in California.

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Sam Roberts Discusses Obituary Writing on PBS NewsHour

The New York Times journalist explores the process of documenting lives in his new book and a recent podcast appearance.

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Google Unveils 2026 Pixel Phones, Watches and Tags

The tech giant highlighted artificial intelligence as the core of its latest hardware refresh at a New York event.

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US VP JD Vance Praises Departing Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt

Vice President Vance highlighted Leavitt's effectiveness in defending the administration's agenda following her exit.

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US Immigration Agency Purchases Electric-Shock Gloves

ICE acquires 'zap gloves' for use on non-compliant suspects to reduce lethal force, the agency said.

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US Powerball Jackpot Hits $1 Billion

The prize reached the milestone for the Wednesday drawing after no winners were found in the previous lottery.

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US Army Apache helicopter crash in Texas kills two

An AH-64 Apache from Fort Hood crashed near Salado on Wednesday, sparking a grass fire and forcing local evacuations.

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Investigation Finds Many US Outlet Stores Lack Deep Discounts

A nonprofit watchdog report suggests roughly half of examined outlet brands offer items never sold at regular retail prices.

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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt to resign

President Donald Trump announced Leavitt will step down at the end of August to focus on her family.

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Two US Army soldiers die in Texas helicopter crash

An AH-64 Apache crashed near Salado on Wednesday, sparking a grass fire and forcing local evacuations.

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US Credit Card Debt Hits $1.26 Trillion

New York Fed data shows rising balances driven by high prices and a widening income divide among American households.