President Donald Trump has announced the establishment of a U.S. Space Academy. The academy is intended to support the Space Force, NASA, and the civilian spaceflight sector.
Rory McIlroy's performance at the Tour Championship suffered a setback as he recorded a double bogey on the third hole of his second round, dropping him near the bottom of the leaderboard. Analysts noted his struggles with short shots and highlighted the inconsistency in his game during the PGA Tour playoffs. McIlroy has expressed the need to improve his swing and has prioritized family time this year, despite winning the Masters in April.
Emergency room professionals have raised concerns about the safety of claw clips, commonly used as hair accessories. They warn that these clips can cause serious injuries during car accidents, potentially embedding in the scalp and requiring surgical removal. Recent incidents involving injuries from claw clips have prompted health experts to advise against their use, particularly while driving.
A federal judge has denied Donald Trump's appeal to overturn his hush money conviction, stating that his arguments for presidential immunity are insufficient. This decision marks the third rejection of Trump's attempts to move the case to federal court. Trump's legal team plans to appeal the ruling, maintaining that the Supreme Court's decisions support their case.
Milo Yiannopoulos has been detained by ICE at an airport in Louisiana, where Kanye West is scheduled to perform. ICE has confirmed his custody but has not disclosed his location. Yiannopoulos has a history as a controversial figure in U.S. politics and social media.
Harry Styles is set to begin a 30-night residency at Madison Square Garden on August 28, 2026, reflecting a growing trend among artists to opt for residencies instead of traditional tours. This shift impacts both the economics of live music and the experiences of fans, who often face higher costs associated with traveling to these events.
The Trump administration announced the first arrest in its election fraud crackdown, involving a Honduran national charged with fraudulent voter registration. The case has prompted criticism of California's voter-registration practices and renewed calls for a voter-roll audit by the Department of Justice.
The Trump administration announced the first arrest in an election fraud crackdown, charging a Honduran national with felony counts related to fraudulent voter registration. The case has prompted criticism of California's voter-registration safeguards and renewed calls for a voter-roll audit by the Department of Justice. The White House asserts that evidence of non-citizens voting continues to emerge, countering claims made by critics.
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin M. Warsh spoke in Jackson, Wyoming, on August 28, 2026, addressing public concerns about inflation. He reaffirmed the central bank's dedication to managing inflation effectively.
An Israeli air strike in Jenin, West Bank, killed three Palestinians, including a person identified by the Israeli military as a Hamas operative. The strike has drawn condemnation from Hamas and raised concerns about escalating violence in the region. Israeli officials praised the operation, while international calls for accountability have emerged in response to the incident.
Linda Kitchen has filed a lawsuit against Singapore Airlines after her husband died due to severe turbulence on a flight in May 2024. She sustained injuries during the incident and is seeking damages to support her recovery. The turbulence caused an emergency landing, and her husband reportedly suffered a heart attack as a result.
A court has denied former President Donald Trump's request to transfer his hush money conviction case to federal court. This marks Trump's third unsuccessful attempt to make such a move.
Construction of a section of the border wall in Arizona has begun, despite objections from the Tohono O'odham Nation, which claims the project will damage sacred land. The tribe has filed a lawsuit to halt the construction, but a federal judge ruled in favor of the government, stating the wall would be built on federally owned land. The tribe is exploring further legal actions against the contractors involved in the project.
Construction of a border wall in Arizona has commenced, despite opposition from the Tohono O'odham Nation, which argues that it will damage sacred land. A federal judge has sided with the government, stating that the wall will be built on federally owned land, while the tribe is exploring further legal actions against the project.
Seven individuals have been charged in relation to damage at Donald Trump's Turnberry golf resort in Scotland, which took place in 2025. The charges indicate a possible link to terrorist activities.
President Trump signed an executive order on August 28, 2026, to create the US Space Academy during a visit to Johnson Space Center. The academy will fall under NASA's jurisdiction and is designed to educate and train future leaders in space-related fields, rather than serving as a traditional military academy.
Senator John Cornyn criticized Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's campaign efforts, labeling him as 'lazy' and a 'poor campaigner.' Cornyn has opted not to fundraise for Paxton, who is set to face Democratic Representative James Talarico in a closely watched Senate race. Recent fundraising figures show significant disparities between the two candidates.
A US judge has denied a request for a temporary restraining order against President Trump's second executive order on birthright citizenship. The judge instructed plaintiffs to revise their lawsuit, which challenges the order that seeks to limit citizenship for children born to non-citizen parents. The case is expected to continue as the coalition of immigrant rights groups prepares a revised petition.
Rep. Crockett has stated that she will concentrate on campaigning for downballot candidates following her loss in the primary Senate race to state Rep. James Talarico. She did not refer to Talarico directly in her announcement.
Vienna police are searching for two suspects involved in the theft of a diamond necklace valued at over $4 million from the Museum of Applied Arts. The suspects reportedly smashed a display case and fled the scene, with one believed to have carried a firearm. This incident is part of a growing trend of thefts at European museums, prompting concerns about security.
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