Frank Beard, the drummer for ZZ Top, has died at the age of 77. The cause of death has not been revealed, but he had been dealing with serious health issues that affected the band's tour plans.
Emmet Sheehan will return to the Los Angeles Dodgers after a brief stint in triple-A to work on his delivery issues. He is expected to be recalled on Tuesday.
Rep. Cory Mills of Florida is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee for allegations of sexual misconduct and campaign finance violations, which he denies. This case is part of a larger pattern of congressional members dealing with scandals during election campaigns.
TikTok is looking into the introduction of a peer-to-peer payment feature that would operate through direct messages. This feature would leverage the existing TikTok Pay service, which is already in use in Southeast Asia for shopping transactions.
New York Magazine has updated 67 columns by journalist Ross Barkan for improper attribution. As a result, Penguin Random House has suspended sales of Barkan's upcoming book on Mayor Zohran Mamdani, which was set to be released in the fall.
The Pentagon has mandated thirty U.S. universities to assess and possibly terminate foreign academic partnerships deemed national security risks, particularly those linked to Chinese institutions. Affected universities, including Harvard and MIT, must complete their reviews by August 31, 2026.
Bill Rasmussen, the founder of ESPN, died at 93 from Parkinson’s Disease. He is remembered for creating a cable network dedicated to sports, which launched in 1979. His contributions to sports media and advocacy for Parkinson’s awareness are noted by colleagues and family.
Authorities in Massachusetts are searching for Karen Solomon, a 58-year-old woman, after a Worcester police officer was found dead at her home. The officer, a 30-year veteran, was off duty at the time of his death. Police have warned that Solomon may be armed and have urged the public to report any sightings.
In the Tupac Shakur murder trial, former security officer William Heidmeyer described hearing gunfire and seeing a man with a pistol. District Court Judge Carli Kierney facilitated jury questions directed at medical examiner Dr. Lisa Gavin regarding observed wounds.
During a town hall meeting in Georgia, Senator Jon Ossoff accused President Trump of being a 'draft-dodging crook president.' The meeting took place on August 18, 2026, with Ossoff joined by Senator Mark Kelly and Gabby Giffords.
Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream has recalled five flavors of Outshine Frozen Fruit Bars due to potential glass contamination. The recall is voluntary, and there have been no reported injuries associated with the products.
Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream has issued a voluntary recall of five flavors of Outshine Frozen Fruit Bars due to potential glass contamination. The company confirmed that no injuries have been reported in connection with the recalled items.
A judge nominated by the US president will oversee Donald Trump's defamation case against the BBC, which involves a claim for $10 billion. The proceedings will occur in Florida's federal court.
The ABC Network has filed a lawsuit against the FCC, asserting violations of its First Amendment rights by the Trump administration. The case focuses on challenges to ABC's broadcast licenses and an investigation concerning the talk show "The View."
Riley English has been sentenced to over six years in prison for her plot to kill U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. English, who cited mental health issues and drug abuse, attempted to carry out her plan during Bessent's Senate confirmation in January 2025.
Oswaldo Pirela, a minor-league catching coordinator for the San Diego Padres, was detained by Border Patrol at El Paso International Airport on August 16, 2026. Pirela was reportedly not carrying his work permit and is currently in ICE custody due to overstaying his legal status in the U.S.
In the trial of Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, charged with orchestrating Tupac Shakur's 1996 shooting, some of Shakur's family members left the courtroom prior to the presentation of autopsy photos. Others stayed to hear the details of the case.
The US government is attempting to reinstate criminal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia. A prior ruling indicated that the charges were retaliatory in nature.
Ryan Elijah has won the Republican primary for Florida's 7th Congressional District, receiving 46.9% of the vote against incumbent Cory Mills, who received 34.4%. Mills faced multiple controversies and investigations, which contributed to his defeat. Elijah will now face Democratic nominee Bale Dalton in the general election.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf criticized U.S. officials Pete Hegseth and Scott Bessent for their approach to negotiations with Iran. He stated that their strategy of increasing pressure on Iran is misguided and unlikely to yield the desired concessions.
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