California Special Election to Replace Eric Swalwell Remains Undecided
The special election to replace Eric Swalwell in California remains undecided following a primary race on June 16. Candidates Aisha Wahab and Melissa Hernandez
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50 articlesCalifornia Special Election to Replace Eric Swalwell Remains Undecided
The special election to fill Eric Swalwell's vacated seat remains undecided, following his resignation amid sexual assault allegations. Candidates Aisha Wahab a
US Reduces Military Exercises with South Korea Amid Talks with North Korea
The United States is scaling back its military exercises with South Korea to indicate a willingness to engage in talks with North Korea's Kim Jong Un. This move
UK Inflation Increases to 2.9%
As of August 2026, the inflation rate in the UK has reached 2.9%. This marks an increase in the pace at which prices are rising compared to the previous month.
Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Advocates for Elections Amid Ongoing Conflict
Mykhailo Fedorov, the former Defence Minister of Ukraine, has urged for elections to take place despite the ongoing conflict with Russia. His statement is notab
Erin Patterson Appeals Conviction for Mushroom-Related Deaths
Erin Patterson is appealing her conviction for the murder of three people linked to toxic mushrooms. Judges in Melbourne are reviewing the appeal, while prosecu
South Korea reduces duration of joint military exercises with US following request
South Korea has decided to shorten its joint military exercises with the US at the request of Washington. This change follows statements from former President T
Sullivan and Peltola Advance in Alaska Senate Primary for November Election
Senator Dan Sullivan and former Representative Mary Peltola advanced from Alaska's primary election, setting the stage for a competitive general election in Nov
Ohio mother killed by falling tree on highway
A mother of three from Ohio was killed when a tree fell on her SUV while she was driving on a highway. The accident occurred over the weekend, as reported by au
Florida conducts 13th execution of the year
On August 19, 2026, Florida executed its 13th prisoner, leading the nation in executions this year. This trend aligns with Governor Ron DeSantis' increased focu
Alaska Advances Candidates for Governor in Ranked-Choice Primary
In Alaska's primary election on August 18, 2026, Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins and Zac Johnson, along with Tom Begich and Julia Hnilicks, advanced to the November gen
Alaska Advances Candidates for Governor in Primary Election
Alaska's primary election on August 18, 2026, saw Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins and Zac Johnson finish first, followed by Tom Begich and Julia Hnilicks, advancing to
Candidates Advance in Alaska's U.S. House Race Following Primary
The primary for Alaska's U.S. House seat has concluded, with incumbent Rep. Nicholas Begich III and independent candidate Bill Hill advancing to the general ele
Candidates Advance in Alaska's U.S. House Race Following Primary
Four candidates advanced in Alaska's U.S. House primary held on August 15, 2026. Incumbent Nicholas Begich III will face independent candidate Bill Hill in the
David Krumholtz announces decision to step back from acting
David Krumholtz has decided to step back from his acting career, citing frustrations with the treatment of actors and concerns about financial stability. He exp
Former Syrian regime officials in Lebanon face potential return
Former Syrian regime officials are still present in Lebanon but face the possibility of being returned to Syria. This development has implications for their saf
Brawl Occurs at Wisconsin State Fair During Final Hours
A brawl involving multiple fairgoers took place at the Wisconsin State Fair during its final hours. The incident involved physical confrontations among attendee
Tom Begich Advances to Runoff for Alaska Governor
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 up
Tom Begich Advances to Runoff for Alaska Governor
Tom Begich will appear on the ballot for the Alaska gubernatorial election in November after advancing from a primary that included 17 candidates. His participa
Independent Candidate Bill Hill Advances in Alaska's House Race
Peltola and Sullivan Advance to General Election in Alaska Senate Race
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
US and South Korea shorten joint military exercises following Trump directive
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 Presiden
Candidates Advance from Alaska's Nonpartisan Jungle Primary
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 othe
Candidates Advance from Alaska's Nonpartisan Primary Election
In Alaska's recent nonpartisan jungle primary, four candidates advanced, including incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan and former Representative Mary Peltola. The el
Mary Peltola and Dan Sullivan Advance to General Election for Alaska Senate Seat
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
Mary Peltola and Dan Sullivan Advance in Alaska Senate Race
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 Democra
Chuck Gray wins GOP nomination for Wyoming's at-large U.S. House seat
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
Chuck Gray wins GOP nomination for Wyoming's at-large House seat
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
Thai teen Tunchanok Donholma died from suffocation, police report
Police have confirmed that Tunchanok Donholma, a Thai teenager found in a suitcase, died from suffocation. The investigation into her death, classified as a mur
Over 200 Women Accuse French Civil Servant of Drugging
Christian Nègre, a French civil servant, faces accusations from over 200 women who claim he drugged them to cause involuntary urination. Two women have publicly
South Korea and US Reduce Duration of Annual Military Drills
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 re
U.S. and Canada Reach Agreement to Delay Tariffs on Canadian Imports
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 finali
Dodgers catcher Hunter Feduccia exits game due to illness
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 i
Lawsuit Filed Against Visa Restrictions for Foreign Students and Journalists
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 d
Lawsuit Filed Against Trump Administration Over New Visa Restrictions for Foreign Students and Journalists
A lawsuit has been filed against the Trump administration regarding new visa restrictions that would limit the duration of stay for foreign students and journal
Primary Election Updates from Florida, Alaska, and Wyoming
Primary elections are underway in Florida, Alaska, and Wyoming, with significant implications for upcoming races. In Florida, new congressional maps are affecti
Miami Ties Record for Hottest Temperature
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 warn
France Faces Water Shortages Amid Extreme Heat
France is currently facing water shortages in regions that usually have adequate supply due to extreme heat this summer. This situation has raised concerns abou
Attack in central Nigeria results in 25 fatalities
An attack in Plateau state, Nigeria, has led to the deaths of at least 25 people. The incident highlights ongoing violence in the region.
Jonquel Jones leaves game due to ankle injury
Jonquel Jones left the game due to an ankle injury, which she appeared to recognize as serious immediately upon falling. The injury raises concerns for the Libe
Trump delays new tariffs on Canadian goods for three days
President Donald Trump has postponed the implementation of new tariffs on Canadian goods for three days. This decision aims to facilitate the completion of a tr
Trump delays new tariffs on Canadian goods for three days
President Donald Trump has postponed new tariffs on Canadian goods for three days to allow for the completion of a trade deal between the US and Canada. This de
Trump delays new tariffs on Canada for three days, indicating a deal is near
U.S. President Donald Trump has paused new tariffs on Canada for three days, indicating that both sides are close to finalizing a deal. The tariffs were intende
Trump Delays New Tariffs on Canada for Three Days
President Trump has delayed new tariffs on Canadian goods for three days as negotiations continue. He indicated that both sides are finalizing documents to prev
Trump pauses 50% tariffs on Canada for three days
President Trump has announced a three-day pause on 50% tariffs on Canadian goods that were set to begin on Wednesday. This pause is dependent on the finalizatio
Jose Iglesias throws ceremonial first pitch at Citi Field
Jose Iglesias, a former player for the New York Mets, threw the ceremonial first pitch at Citi Field during a game against the San Diego Padres on August 18, 20
Trump Delays Tariff Increase on Canada and Discusses Keystone XL Pipeline
President Trump has postponed a planned 50% tariff on Canadian goods for three days following an agreement with Canadian officials. He also indicated the possib
Gym Owner in Indonesia Refuses Service to Israeli Tourists
An Indonesian gym owner has publicly explained his decision to refuse service to three Israeli tourists, attributing it to their purported links to the Israel D
US Unions File Lawsuit Against New Visa Regulations for Foreign Students and Journalists
Labor unions in the US have filed a lawsuit against a new rule that restricts student and exchange visas to four years and limits journalist visas to 240 days.
Brewers achieve record shutout victory against Mariners
On August 18, 2026, the Milwaukee Brewers won against the Seattle Mariners with a score of 22-0, equaling the record for the largest shutout in the modern era o