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US continues talks on Ukraine producing Patriot missiles amid Trump’s expressed doubts
The US is still discussing allowing Ukraine to produce Patriot missiles despite former President Trump expressing reservations after initial support.
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US pledges indefinite naval blockade and new economic sanctions on Iran amid Strait of Hormuz conflict
The US announced an indefinite naval blockade of Iran and imminent unprecedented economic isolation measures amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Kennedy Center Board Votes to Reinstate Trump Name and Approve Two-Year Closure for Renovations
On August 13, 2026, the Kennedy Center board voted to add a Trump inscription to the building and close it for two years for renovations.
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US Judge Blocks New York's Ban on ICE Officers Wearing Face Masks
Federal Judge Mae D’Agostino blocked New York’s law banning ICE officers from wearing face masks or hiding badges during federal operations.
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Luigi Mangione to plead guilty in federal stalking case ahead of New York murder trial
Luigi Mangione is expected to plead guilty to federal stalking charges on August 14 or 15 as jury selection for his New York murder trial approaches.
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House Ethics Committee recommends censure of Rep. Chuck Edwards over sexual harassment claims
The House Ethics Committee urged censoring Rep. Chuck Edwards for sexual harassment and hostile work conduct involving two female staffers.
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Trump Accuses Iran of Duplicity Over Denied Talks Amid Rising Tensions
US President Trump accused Iran of duplicity for denying negotiations while secretly seeking talks amid Strait of Hormuz tensions.
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Poland arrests Russian hired to kill Ukrainian-American in Warsaw
Polish authorities arrested a Russian citizen recruited by Russian intelligence to assassinate a Ukrainian-American in Warsaw on August 7.
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Brazil's Lula, 80, launches fourth presidential campaign for October 2026 election
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva announced his bid for a fourth term in the October 2026 presidential election.
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USS Abraham Lincoln deployment extended over 250 days amid crew welfare concerns
USS Abraham Lincoln has been deployed in the Middle East for over 250 days with worsening crew conditions, set to be relieved by USS George Washington soon.
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US Justice Department subpoenas NYT freelancer over 2019 North Korea Navy SEAL mission story
The US Justice Department subpoenaed New York Times freelancer Matthew Cole for notes and testimony on a 2025 story about a failed 2019 Navy SEAL mission in North Korea.
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U.S. Armored Brigade Simulated Destroyed by Ukrainian Drone Unit in German Exercise
A U.S. armored brigade was simulated as annihilated by a Ukrainian drone unit during Germany’s Combined Resolve exercise in April-May 2026.
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NYC extends pied-à-terre tax exemption deadline to September 18, 2026
New York City extended the pied-à-terre tax exemption application deadline from August 21 to September 18, 2026.
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US authorities arrest 11 in large sham marriage ring aiding 1,000+ green card frauds
US officials arrested 11 suspects linked to a decade-long Chinese-American marriage fraud ring that helped over 1,000 foreign nationals obtain green cards.
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Trump Signs Memo Authorizing US Private Companies to Launch Cyber Operations Against Criminal Groups
President Donald Trump on August 12 signed a memorandum letting vetted private firms conduct offensive cyber actions against foreign transnational criminal organizations under government oversight.
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Karoline Leavitt to resign as White House press secretary at end of August 2026
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will step down at the end of August 2026 to focus on her young children and family.
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US Army AH-64 Apache helicopter crashes in Texas, killing two soldiers and sparking wildfire
An AH-64 Apache attack helicopter crashed near Salado, Texas on August 12, killing two soldiers and causing a 100-acre wildfire.
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F-35B Fighter Jet Crashes Near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego
An F-35B fighter jet crashed near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar on July 31; the pilot ejected safely and was treated for minor injuries.
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Iran denies extending temporary ceasefire with US, says no talks underway
Iranian officials said on August 12 there are no negotiations with the US to extend the temporary ceasefire agreement signed in June 2026.
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US proposes major Colorado River water cuts for Arizona, California, and Nevada
The US government proposed cutting up to 3 million acre-feet annually from Colorado River supplies to Arizona, California, and Nevada to manage the water crisis.
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Trump and Far-Right Leaders Use Ceuta Migrant Surge to Warn US Voters
Donald Trump and far-right figures cited Spain’s Ceuta migrant crisis as a warning to US voters ahead of 2024 elections.
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Trump’s Approval Rating Hits Record Low Amid Iran War and Domestic Criticism
Donald Trump’s approval rating fell to 33-34%, a second-term worst, as discontent grows over Iran war and domestic issues.
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UK Prime Minister Burnham signals pragmatic stance on North Sea oil after Trump call
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged a pragmatic approach to North Sea oil and gas development following a call with US President Donald Trump.
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U.S. Marine Corps drone detected near inter-Korean border prompts evacuations
A U.S. military drone flying near the inter-Korean border during joint exercises triggered evacuations and a security alert.