A report from the Center for Investigative Reporting indicates that glyphosate is being applied in California forests at unprecedented rates by timber companies and the U.S. Forest Service. The herbicide, used to control competing vegetation, has been linked to cancer in various lawsuits.
President Trump will campaign for Senator Darline Graham in South Carolina as she prepares for a Republican runoff against Representative Ralph Norman. This event follows scrutiny of Graham's recent debate performance.
The Pentagon has dismissed the publisher, editor-in-chief, and a reporter from Stars and Stripes, citing insubordination related to their participation in a CBS segment about the newspaper's reform. The dismissed staff members are Max Lederer, Erik Slavin, and Lara Korte, who have expressed concerns about maintaining editorial independence. The Pentagon's plans for Stars and Stripes include a focus on impactful journalism for service members.
President Trump announced that he has received numerous applications for the White House press secretary position following Karoline Leavitt's departure. He refrained from naming potential replacements during his remarks at Joint Base Andrews.
Poorna Jagannathan, known for her roles in 'Never Have I Ever' and 'Deli Boys,' spoke with Amna Nawaz on the PBS podcast 'Settle In.' They addressed the ongoing issues of diversity and representation within the Hollywood industry.
TikTok has agreed to a $400 million settlement with the US Department of Justice over allegations of violating child privacy laws. The settlement includes an immediate payment of $300 million and an additional $100 million contingent on a prior consent decree being vacated.
The Pentagon has terminated the employment of key personnel at Stars and Stripes, including Editor-in-Chief Erik Slavin, publisher Max Lederer, and reporter Lara Korte. This action is part of the Department of Defense's initiative to modify the outlet's coverage.
The Department of Justice has settled with TikTok for $400 million over child safety and privacy concerns. The settlement includes immediate payments to resolve compliance issues with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act and follows a lawsuit alleging that TikTok illegally collected information from children under 13. The agreement also reflects significant changes made by TikTok in its management and privacy practices.
Two-year-old conjoined twins Heloísa and Helena Batista da Silva died shortly after being separated in surgery in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil. The twins shared critical blood vessels and brain tissue, which contributed to their medical complications.
A court has decreased the damages Alex Jones must pay to the parents of Sandy Hook victims, following his liability for promoting conspiracy theories about the shooting. The exact amount of the reduced damages has not been specified.
Iryna Zarutska's family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the city of Charlotte and its security contractor, alleging inadequate security on the light-rail system led to her murder. The lawsuit claims that no security guard was present on the train at the time of the incident and highlights failures in staffing and fare enforcement. The family seeks damages exceeding $25,000.
TikTok has settled with the US Justice Department for $400 million to address allegations of violating children's online privacy laws. This settlement aims to resolve concerns about the app's handling of minors' data.
President Trump stated that his decision to temporarily suspend higher tariffs on ground beef imports is in response to public demand for lower beef prices. He made these remarks before departing for South Carolina.
A man dressed as Darth Vader appeared at a San Diego city council meeting to humorously advocate for the use of Flock Safety automated license plate readers. His appearance coincides with increasing public concerns about privacy and surveillance linked to the technology.
Parents in Kentucky are expressing dissatisfaction with instructional packets given to middle school students, citing issues such as misspelled state names and inaccuracies in scientific content. The situation has prompted discussions about the quality of educational materials.
Jacob Fields, a safety for TCU, was dismissed from the football team for a violation of team rules on August 21, 2026. The dismissal is reportedly connected to an alleged assault on a teammate that took place the week prior.
The Interior Department has shuffled at least 25 senior career staffers into new positions. This reorganization affects members of the senior executive service, which oversees various public resources.
DeMar DeRozan has signed a one-year, $3.9 million contract with the Denver Nuggets following his release from the Sacramento Kings. DeRozan is a six-time NBA All-Star.
The Trump administration claims that a new White House ballroom is essential for national security, emphasizing the need to safeguard the president and his staff. The administration argues that the ballroom will enhance protection against potential attacks.
Alexis Wilkins, girlfriend of FBI Director Kash Patel, has lost a defamation case against influencer Sam Parker, with a federal judge ruling the case was outside the proper jurisdiction. Wilkins has also filed additional defamation lawsuits against others making similar claims about her.
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