MapQuest's mobile app downloads increased significantly after the company refused to rename Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' as per President Trump's executive order. The announcement led to hundreds of thousands of new downloads for the app.
On September 1, 2026, the US House of Representatives passed a continuing resolution to fund the government until December 11, with a vote of 370-48. This legislation aims to prevent a government shutdown ahead of the midterm elections.
On September 1, 2026, two Democratic representatives joined Republicans to pass a resolution condemning socialism in a narrow House vote of 209 to 208. This bipartisan support was unexpected and came amid protests from some Republicans regarding a short-term funding bill.
The House of Representatives passed a resolution condemning socialism with a vote of 220 to 192, as nearly all House Democrats opposed it. The resolution also called for election integrity measures. The vote was facilitated by two Democrats who supported the GOP, allowing the resolution to pass despite significant opposition from their party.
The World Health Organization has warned of a worsening health crisis in Gaza as winter approaches, with deteriorating water quality and increasing diarrhea cases. Testing shows microbiological contamination has risen significantly, and the WHO calls for urgent humanitarian aid to address the situation.
The House of Representatives passed a short-term funding bill on Tuesday to keep the federal government operational until early December, with a vote of 370-48. This measure follows previous shutdowns and aims to provide certainty for government operations and military pay. The bill includes provisions to prevent fund reallocations within the Department of Homeland Security and delays a regulation affecting federal grants.
The CDC has removed two measles deaths reported by Pennsylvania from its national data update, questioning the state's death determinations. CDC Director Erica Schwartz ordered the inclusion of a statement on the agency's website clarifying that the deaths are not included due to uncertainty about their causes.
The CDC has decided not to include two measles deaths reported by Pennsylvania health officials in its national data update, challenging the state's determinations. CDC Director Erica Schwartz stated that available information does not confirm whether measles was a contributing factor in the deaths. The CDC's website underwent multiple updates regarding the death count over the weekend.
Wendell Berry, a Kentucky-born author known for his advocacy of agrarian life and criticism of industrial society, has died at the age of 92. His daughter confirmed his passing at their home in Port Royal, Kentucky. Berry was a prolific writer, publishing over 40 books and leaving a significant legacy in literature and environmentalism.
Taylor Chan, 18, has been banned from using dating apps while awaiting trial for allegedly aiding Daejon Love in a wire fraud scheme involving impersonation of a San Francisco 49ers player. Chan must adhere to several conditions, including avoiding contact with victims and not using devices with internet access. Both men face serious charges that could lead to significant prison time.
Jonathan Bailey has announced his withdrawal from the West End musical 'Sunday in the Park with George,' following Ariana Grande's earlier departure from the production. Both actors were set to perform at the Barbican Centre in 2027, and Bailey expressed his support for Grande and well-wishes for the production team. Grande is taking a break from public appearances after her 'Eternal Sunshine' tour concludes.
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer confirmed that there are no ongoing trade negotiations with Canada after previous talks failed last month. He emphasized that the situation is more of an emergency for Canada than for the US.
Sergio Galves Perez, 38, is accused of impregnating his 14-year-old daughter, leading to the death of their newborn, Angelito, found on August 1. Authorities are searching for Perez, who is wanted for incest and lewd acts on a minor, while the teen is also facing allegations related to the newborn's death.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin announced that ICE made about 2,100 arrests in New York in a recent operation. He criticized local officials for not cooperating with ICE, while data shows a significant portion of recent arrests involved individuals without criminal records.
The House of Representatives has approved a stopgap funding bill that will keep the government funded until December 11. The bill is now awaiting President Donald Trump's signature.
The House of Representatives approved a bipartisan funding bill on September 1, 2026, to keep the federal government operational until after the November 3 midterm elections. The bill passed with a vote of 370-48 and includes funding through December 11, along with a boost for certain programs. Both parties supported the bill to avoid a government shutdown ahead of the elections.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance has criticized Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed during a rally in Michigan, calling him 'evil' and warning him to avoid personal remarks about his family. El-Sayed responded by accusing the Trump administration of promoting harmful policies. Recent polling indicates El-Sayed holds a slight lead over Vance's endorsed candidate, Mike Rogers, in a key battleground state ahead of the midterm elections.
The House approved a short-term funding extension to prevent a government shutdown, with the measure set to fund the government until December 11. The vote was 370-48, with bipartisan support and some dissent from both parties.
On August 30, 2026, the House of Representatives approved legislation to extend government funding through mid-December. This decision helps avert a potential government shutdown ahead of the midterm elections.
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