USMNT Announces Must-See Rivalry Matches Following Mauricio Pochettino’s Renewal The Stars and Stripes will take on familiar foes in October. Sports Illustrated · Aug 4
World Cup Winner Uses Christian Pulisic’s Old Excuse to Shut Down President Trump Claim Ferran Torres found himself embroiled in U.S. political controversy following the 2026 World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Aug 4
The economy is on Trump’s agenda as he visits Newsom’s turf in California President Donald Trump is making a rare visit to California and Nevada this week to contrast his policies with Democrats on the economy, border security, and crime, aiming to strengthen Republican support for the upcoming November elections. The Independent UK · Aug 4
Big oil companies continue to post banner profits as fighting in Iran drives costs higher Big oil companies continue to book massive profits as fighting in Iran disrupts energy markets and sends oil and gasoline prices sharply higher The Independent UK · Aug 4
Iran, Oman near Hormuz reopening deal as talks advance Iran and Oman are making progress on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This potential agreement involves shared control and service fees for maritime passage. US officials confirm talks are ongoing but not yet finalized. President Trump stated this is Iran's last chance to avoid escalation. A cargo… The Economic Times · Aug 4
Trump reportedly called Rep. Max Miller amid abuse claims from his ex-wife, told him, ‘things aren’t looking good’ Miller was married to Sen. Bernie Moreno’s daughter. We Got This Covered · Aug 4
Todd Blanche Clears Key Hurdle To Become The Next AG After Backtracking On 'Anti-Weaponization' Fund The Senate Judiciary Committee approved Todd Blanche's nomination to be the next attorney general after getting assurances that the controversial "anti-weaponization" fund is dead. International Business Times · Aug 4
‘This is insider trading by definition’: Trump sells $100,000 monthly subscription service to Wall Street to further monetize the presidency Wall Street firms will get information milliseconds faster than the general public—and Trump will directly benefit. Fortune · Aug 4
Pirro's Reflecting Pool reckoning The former Fox News star couldn't sustain Trump's fantasy. Her downfall is a classic MAGA tale Salon · Aug 4
Bulletin world briefing: Iran warns Trump could start World War III and Europe holds Cueta crisis talks Iran warns Trump could start World War III amid Strait of Hormuz tensions European nations hold emergency talks amid tensions over Spain’s Ceuta crisis Why plans to transfer crocodiles to an Israeli prison have been halted Air India flight hit by severe turbulence as passengers and crew are injured Three… The Independent UK · Aug 4
75-country Green Card ban illegal, rules Indian-American judge Amit Mehta; DHS says Trump upholding highest standards The ongoing Green Card freeze on 75 countries received a blow from a district court as Indian-American judge Amit Mehta, who was appointed by former president Barack Obama, called it illegal. The Times of India · Aug 4
Ohio Republican Max Miller faces growing calls to resign over domestic abuse allegations Miller calls women accusing him liars as Republican senator Bernie Moreno says former son-in-law unfit for Congress The Guardian - US · Aug 4
Pentagon: National Guard in DC to cost another $1.43 billion The Trump administration’s planned deployment of National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., through the end of his presidential term will cost $1.43 billion, or $51 million a month, in addition to the amount spent so far, according to a new Pentagon estimate. The new estimate of the costs going forward,… Roll Call · Aug 4
Bulletin PM briefing: Migrant boat capsizes and Russian drone hunts civilian What we know as boat carrying 157 migrants capsizes in Channel. Video shows Russian drone hunting Ukrainian market vendor in alleged war crime. Iran warns Trump could start World War III amid Strait of Hormuz tensions. PC Andrew Harper’s widow ‘appalled’ by killers’ early prison release. Prisoners serving indefinite jail… The Independent UK · Aug 4
The Independent UK · Aug 4 ICE is forcing Haitians in Ohio to wear ankle monitors as Trump revokes protection for thousands of immigrants Haitian immigrants and their families and advocates fear imminent removal from the US after DHS cancels humanitarian protections
The Independent UK · Aug 4 Todd Blanche clears critical confirmation hurdle but one question remains IN FULL
The Conversation · Aug 4 Donald Trump has made US$2.2 billion in his second term. How does that stack up against other US presidents? At the end of June – in the run-up to America’s celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence – President Donald Trump staged the White House’s first-ever professional sporting event. And while the UFC Freedom 250 evening of mixed martial arts was ostensibly part…
Sports Illustrated · Aug 4 Why Mauricio Pochettino Signing New USMNT Contract Is So Significant The U.S. men’s national team manager signed a deal through the 2030 World Cup.
International Business Times UK · Aug 4 'They Are Murder Victims': Classified Documents Reportedly Reveal Trump Pentagon Killed Civilians at Sea Senator Tim Kaine questions the legality of US military strikes on alleged drug boats, citing potential innocent casualties and ineffective drug flow disruption.
The Independent UK · Aug 4 Senate advances Todd Blanche to be Trump’s attorney general despite ‘weaponization,’ Epstein and abortion concerns Todd Blanche passes on party-line vote after winning over Republican skeptics John Cornyn and. Thom Tillis in last-minute deal
The Independent UK · Aug 4 Trump joins chorus warning accused domestic abuser Max Miller against reelection run: ‘Things aren’t looking good’ Max likeMiller had previously been at the center of domestic abuse allegations raised by his ex-girlfriend, former White House Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham
The Guardian - US · Aug 4 Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination will advance to full US Senate vote Blanche, formerly Trump’s personal lawyer, confirmed in writing that $1.8bn slush fund for president’s allies was dead
International Business Times · Aug 4 A Republican Lawmaker Is Facing Abuse Allegations. Trump Called To Let Him Know 'Things Aren't Looking Good' For His Reelection Prospects President Trump reportedly called Republican Congressman Max Miller to let him know that "things aren't looking good" following accusations that he assaulted his ex-wife and their child.
Reason · Aug 4 Don't Hate the Dodgers for Dominating So Much, Hate the Bankruptcy Court That Helped Them Do It Plus: FIFA’s president doesn’t understand his own organization's politics; a solid new pickleball movie
The Independent UK · Aug 4 FBI agents fired over Trump investigation get broad backing in lawsuit against administration An association of thousands of FBI agents is backing a lawsuit filed by three bureau employees who were fired last year for their roles in an investigation into President Donald Trump’s efforts to undo the results of the 2020 presidential election