Former Syrian regime officials are still present in Lebanon but face the possibility of being returned to Syria. This development has implications for their safety and status in the country.
A brawl involving multiple fairgoers took place at the Wisconsin State Fair during its final hours. The incident involved physical confrontations among attendees.
Tom Begich has advanced to the runoff for the Alaska governor's race after participating in a primary with 17 candidates. He will appear on the ballot in the upcoming November election.
Tom Begich will appear on the ballot for the Alaska gubernatorial election in November after advancing from a primary that included 17 candidates. His participation marks a significant moment in the state's political landscape.
Mary Peltola and Dan Sullivan are set to compete in the general election for the Senate seat in Alaska. This election will utilize the state's new voting system, which permits the top four candidates to advance to the general election regardless of party affiliation.
The US and South Korea have decided to end their joint military exercises sooner than planned. This change comes in response to a directive from former President Donald Trump.
In Alaska's recent nonpartisan jungle primary, four candidates advanced, including incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan and former Representative Mary Peltola. The election, scheduled for November 3, 2026, will utilize a ranked choice voting system, which has drawn both support and criticism regarding its potential to confuse voters.
In Alaska's jungle primary on August 18, 2026, Senator Dan Sullivan and former Representative Mary Peltola advanced to the general election, along with two other candidates. The state's unique primary system has raised concerns about voter confusion, particularly with two candidates sharing the same name.
Mary Peltola, a Democrat, and Dan Sullivan, a Republican, will proceed to the general election for the Alaska Senate seat. This outcome is based on the primary election results from August 19, 2026.
Mary Peltola and Dan Sullivan will proceed to the general election for an Alaska Senate seat after successfully advancing from the primary. Peltola is a Democrat, while Sullivan is a Republican.
Chuck Gray has won the GOP nomination for Wyoming's at-large U.S. House seat, succeeding Rep. Harriet Hageman, who is running for Senate. The primary was marked by a competitive field and significant campaign spending, with the winner expected to have a strong advantage in the general election due to Wyoming's Republican-leaning electorate.
Chuck Gray has won the Republican nomination for Wyoming's at-large U.S. House seat, previously held by Rep. Harriet Hageman, who is running for the Senate. The primary was marked by a competitive field and significant campaign spending, with the Republican nominee expected to have a strong advantage in the general election due to the state's Republican leanings.
South Korea has announced a reduction in the duration of the Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercise, decreasing it from 11 days to five. This change comes in response to an order from former President Trump.
President Trump confirmed that the U.S. will delay the imposition of 50% tariffs on Canadian imports after reaching a deal with Canada. The agreement was finalized just hours before the tariffs were set to be enforced.
Hunter Feduccia, the catcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, exited a game on August 18, 2026, due to a stomach illness. The high altitude may have played a role in his symptoms.
A lawsuit has been filed against the Trump administration regarding new visa restrictions that would limit the duration of stay for foreign students and journalists. The Department of Homeland Security's rule, which is set to take effect on September 15, 2026, establishes fixed admission periods and requires extensions for longer stays. The lawsuit argues that these changes could harm U.S. universities and discourage international enrollment.
A lawsuit was filed on August 18, 2026, against the Trump administration's new visa restrictions for foreign students and journalists, which would limit their duration of stay in the U.S. The Department of Homeland Security's rule, effective September 15, sets fixed admission periods for these groups, prompting concerns about its impact on international enrollment and the economy. DHS defends the changes as necessary for oversight and fraud prevention.
Primary elections are underway in Florida, Alaska, and Wyoming, with significant implications for upcoming races. In Florida, new congressional maps are affecting incumbents, while Alaska's Senate race features a unique primary system. Wyoming is seeing all major statewide offices open for the first time in decades, and California voters are filling a congressional vacancy left by a resigned representative.
Miami reached a temperature of 100 degrees on Tuesday, tying the record for the hottest temperature ever recorded in the city. Health officials have issued warnings for residents to take precautions against the extreme heat, while forecasts suggest possible thunderstorms later in the week that may provide relief.
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