Trump’s FDA insists explosive diarrhea outbreak parasite is removed from food supply - but cases keep growing There are now nearly 25,000 cases of cyclosporiasis in dozens of states nationwide The Independent UK · Aug 13
US military loses 25% of its key drone fleet as Iran war shrinks stockpile: report At least 45 MQ-9 Reapers, which cost up to $50 milion each, have been shot down or crashed, for a total loss exceeding $1.3 billion The Independent UK · Aug 13
Kennedy Center board votes again to renovate building and inscribe Trump’s name on it – report The center has until next week to present plan to judge who had blocked earlier rehab and name change The Guardian - US · Aug 13
Crude Prices Fall as Persian Gulf Tensions Ease Slightly September WTI crude oil (CLU26) on Thursday closed down -2.02 (-2.43%), and September RBOB gasoline (RBU26) closed down -0.0257 (-0.81%). Crude oil and gasoline prices fell on Thursday, with no overnight reports of new military attacks by the US or Iran in the Persian Gulf. Market concerns about the Middle... Barchart · Aug 13
Kennedy Center finds questionable workaround to etch Trump’s name on the building — again Trump-controlled board agrees to add the president’s name to the venue, directly below the sign The Independent UK · Aug 13
The Latest: Kennedy Center board approves 2-year closure for renovations, AP sources say The Kennedy Center will move forward with a two-year closure of the performing arts venue to allow for substantial renovations The Independent UK · Aug 13
Trump promised a sex-trafficking crackdown. His Justice Department hasn't delivered Federal sex trafficking prosecutions have significantly declined in recent months. Staffing shortages and funding cuts have hampered investigations and prosecutions. Immigration enforcement priorities have also diverted resources from these cases. Victims' distrust in government further complicates efforts to combat trafficking. This decline impacts the fight against human trafficking and victim… The Economic Times · Aug 13
What Trump's Latest Truth Social Lawsuit Means for DJT Stock A new lawsuit against President Donald Trump raises serious questions about Trump Media’s business model. So, what’s at stake for DJT stock? Barchart · Aug 13
What is the MMR vaccine and how does Trump’s executive order affect parents and children? President’s order calls for several changes to childhood vaccinations – and experts say it’ll lead to confusion The Guardian - US · Aug 13
Fossils show huge carbon emissions harm forests, not ‘green the planet’ Study of 56m-year-old leaves counters claims from Trump administration members of ‘benefits’ of fossil fuel pollution The Guardian - US · Aug 13
Trump Administration Sues New York, Connecticut and Vermont Over College Tuition Breaks for Undocumented Students DOJ sues New York, Connecticut and Vermont over in-state tuition for undocumented students, its 17th such suit nationwide since 2025. Latin Times · Aug 13
A Scandal-Scarred Charity Just Landed Up to $244 Million to Represent Migrant Kids — Days After a Rival Deal Collapsed A scandal-tied charity won a no-bid deal to represent migrant kids as a rival contract for the same job just collapsed under scrutiny. Latin Times · Aug 13
Karoline Leavitt Will Step Away From the Briefing Room as August Closes Out Karoline Leavitt will leave as White House press secretary at month's end, citing her young children; Trump says she'll advise the GOP Latin Times · Aug 13
'Soon in a trash can': Iran mocks Trump's secret getaway via catering truck Iranian state media has mocked US President Donald Trump over the secret aircraft switch that took place during his departure from Turkey last month, portraying the episode as evidence of Washington's fear of Iran's military capabilities. The Times of India · Aug 13
Reason · Aug 13 Trump Media Is Selling Early Access to the President's Truth Social Posts for $100,000 a Month Press groups are suing Trump Media over the scheme, calling it “profoundly corrupt.”
The Independent UK · Aug 13 Feds issue Line 5 tunnel permit, call it ‘not contrary to the public interest’ The US Army Corps of Engineers has permitted the controversial Line 5 tunnel project in Michigan's the Straits of Mackinac
International Business Times UK · Aug 13 Trump Authorises Private Cyber Firms To Hack Foreign Scammers After Americans Lost $20.8bn to Fraud President Trump authorises vetted private companies to conduct offensive cyber operations against foreign criminal networks, marking a significant shift in US cyber policy and sparking industry debate.
The Conversation · Aug 13 The FIFA World Cup should belong to fans, not super-rich investors FIFA President Gianni Infantino recently cancelled plans to sell a 20 per cent stake in a company that would run the association’s tournaments, including the World Cup, to private investors.
The Economic Times · Aug 13 Trump sued over service that offers paid early access to Truth Social posts Two media groups have sued to halt a new service offering paid access to presidential posts. This Truth API service provides early access to high-profile Truth Social accounts for a fee. Plaintiffs argue the service is corrupt and violates the First Amendment's equal access principle. They seek to prevent official…
We Got This Covered · Aug 13 Karoline Leavitt returns from maternity leave only to step down as White House press secretary: ‘My fight is entering a new phase’ Leavitt had been one of the most familiar faces in the current administration.
The Independent UK · Aug 13 Blanche seeks to rally a depleted Justice Department workforce in first speech as attorney general Attorney General Todd Blanche is seeking to rally a depleted Justice Department workforce in his first speech since taking the reins of the beleaguered agency, promising rank-and-file staff that he will lead them with integrity
The Independent UK · Aug 13 CNN host makes congressman squirm over Max Miller cash: ‘Not returning the donations because you believe him’ Meanwhile, Democrats are pumping money into the Ohio Republican’s general election opponent
The Economic Times · Aug 13 Trump White House says it's losing $19B-$26B a year in revenue as countries dodge tariffs A new US report claims countries route exports through third nations to avoid tariffs. This practice, known as transshipping, costs the United States billions in lost tax revenue annually. China is specifically named as a country utilizing this method to circumvent import taxes. The Trump administration is implementing new measures…
The Guardian - US · Aug 13 Third person dies at New Jersey immigration detention center José Chajón-Raxón experienced ‘seizure-like activity’ at Delaney Hall and later died after being hospitalized
The Guardian - US · Aug 13 Tesla paid Elon Musk 2.5m times more as CEO than its average worker in 2025 Tech billionaire’s $158.3bn deal an outlier in report showing widening gap of CEO to worker pay at top companies