A lawsuit has been initiated against Truth Social, questioning the legality of its $100,000 service that offers early access to posts from former President Donald Trump. The lawsuit raises concerns about regulatory compliance related to this offering.
Claire Waxman, the victims' commissioner for England and Wales, has criticized Prime Minister Andy Burnham for his inconsistent approach to the early release of prisoners. She claims that this has led to confusion within the justice system, affecting victims and their families.
A petition signed by over 60,000 Canadians is calling for the expulsion of U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra. The petition alleges that Hoekstra has undermined U.S.-Canada relations and interfered in Canadian politics.
A lawsuit has been filed by The Intercept and the Freedom of the Press Foundation against President Trump's media company regarding a product that allows Wall Street firms quicker access to Truth Social posts. The plaintiffs claim this violates First Amendment rights.
The Treasury Department has repealed a reporting requirement for U.S. businesses regarding beneficial ownership information. This decision follows a proposal made in March 2025 and was finalized with publication in the Federal Register on August 12, 2026.
Grain exports from Russia and Ukraine are experiencing a decline due to ongoing attacks on shipping facilities and ports by both countries. The conflict has implications for regional grain supply stability.
Lucci Guthrie, 28, has been charged with attempted murder in connection with a knife attack on Rhys Copas, 37. The incident took place at a nightclub in Mayfair and was witnessed by Premier League football stars.
Alyne Espinal, a 46-year-old woman, was found dead with multiple stab wounds in her Somerville, New Jersey home. Her husband, Ignacio Espinal, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder among other offenses as the investigation continues.
The WHO has reported that an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is rapidly escalating, with over 2,000 deaths among more than 4,300 cases. The outbreak, which began earlier this year, poses a risk of surpassing the previous West African outbreak. Challenges in response efforts include limited healthcare resources and ongoing conflict in the region.
Senator John Fetterman has stated that he will not oppose Senator Dave McCormick in the 2030 election if McCormick runs for a second term. This announcement was made during an interview with the Washington Examiner.
Mainstream Democrats won an election against a democratic socialist candidate, Hong. Voter concerns about Hong's competitiveness against Republican nominee Tom Tiffany were highlighted by both supporters and detractors.
David Crowley won the Wisconsin governor race against Francesca Hong by a narrow margin of 4,000 votes. Hong, a progressive candidate, faced criticism for her past social media remarks and did not receive key endorsements. The race was complicated by the withdrawal of several establishment candidates.
Twitch has introduced an option for users to opt out of having their content used to train Amazon's generative AI models. This decision allows streamers to protect their streams, VODs, and other content from being included in AI training, while still retaining access to certain AI features.
The U.S. government is working on a formal definition of ultra-processed foods (UPF), which remains challenging due to varying classification systems and the ambiguous science surrounding their health impacts. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the effort on August 12, 2026, amid concerns about the health effects of UPF and the regulation of food additives. The definition could influence future research and regulations but must be approached cautiously to avoid negative consequences.
The U.S. government is finalizing a definition for ultra-processed foods, a category that lacks consensus among researchers. The Secretary of Health and Human Services announced this effort, which aims to clarify the classification of foods linked to health issues. Additionally, a proposal to require food companies to inform the FDA about new additives is being introduced, though it may not fully address safety concerns.
The Trump administration has filed a request with the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene in a case related to new limits on mail voting proposed by President Trump for the U.S. Postal Service. This comes after the administration faced a second defeat in lower courts.
Kalshi has identified and referred 32 individuals suspected of insider trading to the CFTC in the last quarter. This action highlights ongoing scrutiny in trading practices within prediction markets.
Kalshi has identified and referred 32 individuals to the CFTC as potential insider traders. This referral occurred in the three months leading up to June 2026.
Kalshi has identified and referred 32 potential insider traders to the CFTC in a recent reporting period. This action highlights ongoing scrutiny in trading practices.