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The fiscal year deficit for the federal government will be $200 billion more than the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) initially projected, the federal agency revealed Monday. In its monthly budget review, the CBO projected the fiscal 2026 federal deficit will be $2.1 trillion. In February, it projected the deficit would be $1.9 trillion. The change…
Violent crime rates are falling in major cities around the United States this year compared to 2025, continuing a steady decline since 2022. This comes after the COVID-19 pandemic saw a record-breaking spike in homicides. The report from the Major Cities Chiefs Association (MCCA) released Sunday details 66 U.S. law enforcement agencies who have seen…
School said it is pivoting away from letter-grading system to ‘curb the mental health crisis’ among college students The University of Michigan will pivot to a pass-or-fail-style grading system, instead of letter grades, for first-semester students in an effort to “curb the mental health crisis unfolding among college-aged individuals”. The school said in a notice on Tuesday that its goal was “to…
The Strait of Hormuz saw its traffic drop from about 11 vessels a day to six over the weekend, as reopening talks between the United States and Iran drag on. Trade intelligence company Kpler reported Monday that, from Friday to Sunday, a total of 32 ships passed through the strait — 17 of which used…
Body-camera video and other court evidence capture federal agents using slurs and targeting Latinos while bypassing white bystanders during immigration sweeps in Chicago and Los Angeles
The franchisee runs dozens of fitness studios across six states
Trump said Robert Gilman, who was arrested in 2022, was released on a humanitarian basis, after he had reportedly been in a catatonic-like state.
A former US military veteran who was imprisoned in Russia for more than four years on disputed charges and under abusive conditions was released on Tuesday. A group advocating for him said he was gravely ill and at risk of dying.
Davis, who played receptionist Dawn in the UK sitcom, says the cancer has spread and it's "too late for chemo".
Too many shops are blighting too many communities. With the rule change I fought for now on the horizon, ordinary people can fight back How much gambling do you want in your high street? Are you happy with all the betting shops, the problems they cause, the effect on your environment? It’s worth asking because for years, local councils have been expected to say yes to new gambling venues, even…
None of the solutions proposed are quick or easy and some carry political risk, writes UK correspondent Daniel Sandford.
Here lies Dobby, a free elf. There will be no electricity cables in sight.
Iran's proxy says it hit a ship with Saudi military equipment in the Red Sea, as tensions over the US-Iran war remain high.
BBC WorldClimate change and El Niño are working together to make your summer extra hot
The Independent WorldThe judge overseeing the state murder trial has set out some rules for public access, but other questions remain about the high-profile case.
BBC WorldThe university will make first-semester grades pass or fail, to encourage students to try different classes and lessen fears of what a low grade could mean.
The New York Times USMany women say being open about the fertility treatment is a form of empowerment. But critics say all the talk can be misleading.
The New York Times USA $1 billion Powerball jackpot is up for grabs.
The HillColombia experienced a number of aftershocks on Tuesday, as efforts continued to free survivors trapped in rubble and buildings.
BBC WorldResearch suggests that GLP-1 drugs could reduce the effectiveness of birth control and boost fertility.
The HillThe 7.4-magnitude quake, which killed more than 100 people and damaged hundreds of buildings, was the strongest recorded in Colombia in a decade.
The New York Times WorldPolitiFact analyzed all of Trump's public events and speeches over the first seven months of 2026 in which he mentioned his construction projects — including the White House ballroom and Reflecting…
PBS NewsHourMichigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed once urged government officials to consider defunding the police amid a string of other progressive left-wing policies that he now says are no long…
The HillThe family of a New York City fashion designer found dead on a boat in the Hamptons last year is preparing to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the man she was with when she died.
NBC NewsEverything you need to know about the phenomenon: from where to watch it to how long it will last
EL PAÍS - EnglishThe creator of games such as Through the Ages and Dungeon Petz reflects on his career, his creative process and his most celebrated works
EL PAÍS - EnglishAll day on August 10, Russia’s Supreme Court heard a lawsuit seeking to revoke the Yabloko (“Apple”) party’s registration for the State Duma elections. Hundreds of people stood outside the courthou…
Meduza (English)Approximately 20 staff sent to polling sites in Hennepin and Ramsey counties during Minnesota’s primary elections Sign up to the US Breaking News email Pete Hegseth ’s appointments to a key Pentago…
The Guardian WorldThe Perseids’ peak coincides with another highly anticipated celestial event: a total solar eclipse that will be visible in parts of Europe.
NBC NewsUNESCO calls this a grave violation of fundamental rights and on Tuesday urged the immediate restoration of education for women and girls.
PBS NewsHourConcerns raised over proposed changes to early release scheme as probation staff vote to strike over workloads Andy Burnham’s plan to stop the early release of PC Andrew Harper’s killers and other …
The Guardian WorldNearly 10,000 seats were empty at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium on Monday.
BBC News (Front page)Two veteran Democratic incumbents in Connecticut face strong challenges in a state primary on Tuesday.
PBS NewsHourThe WNBA is finding itself at the center of escalating culture wars over issues relating to gender, race and equity as the league’s popularity grows and players continue to be outspoken on politics…
The HillUkrainian warns Putin is poised to escalate the conflict as air defences run dry
The Independent WorldDemocratic socialist Francesca Hong delivered her closing pitch to voters on Tuesday, hours before polls close in the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary. Hong, who leads the Democratic field in recent…
The HillThe latest Apple Watch Series 11 is 25% off right now, matching the lowest price outside of Amazon Prime Day. It has great health tracking features and easily syncs with any iPhone.
NBC NewsAn Arkansas high school football player discovered a venomous snake in the helmet he was wearing during practicing for almost an hour last week.
NBC NewsSince taking office in early May, the new Hungarian government has lost no time dismantling Viktor Orbán's legacy.
BBC WorldCalifornia cities and counties are struggling to meet state housing targets. Despite having state-approved plans, actual construction lags behind.
PBS NewsHourThe Yemeni government said the ship was carrying food supplies to a port on the Bab al-Mandab Strait while the Iran-backed Houthis accused Saudi Arabia of transporting weapons.
The New York Times WorldLuigi Mangione is set to be tried by 12 anonymous jurors following the notoriety the case and trial has received in the two years since his alleged murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. On…
The HillWhile the judge presiding over the trade court litigation determined that restrictions regarding universal injunctions do not pertain to these tariff proceedings, the government maintains its oppos…
The Independent WorldThe victim had returned from a beach trip with her two young children shortly before the incident. Neither child was physically harmed, and they have since been placed in the care of their biologic…
The Independent WorldHunter Biden, the son of former President Joe Biden, took a swipe at President Trump Monday, describing him as an “existential threat” to the U.S. During an interview with conservative media person…
The HillA federal judge in Washington, D.C., ordered the Kennedy Center to pay $250,000 in legal fees to musician Chuck Redd, whom the arts center sued for canceling a Christmas Eve concert after President…
NBC NewsRyan and May Mullin are facing a child abuse charge after they were found seemingly drunk during a family outing in Glendale, Arizona
The Independent WorldThe left and the middle continue to battle in Democratic primaries for governor in Wisconsin and Senate in Minnesota. In South Carolina, all eyes are on Darline Graham.
The New York Times USThe strongest temblor in years struck in a Pacific Coast region, killing over 100 people.
The New York Times WorldSergey Nedovodin, a founder and former executive director of the radio station Ekho Peterburga, has died at 61, the station’s Telegram channel reported.
Meduza (English)The Kremlin released Robert Gilman, whose family and an advocacy group had said he was in dire physical condition, on “a humanitarian basis,” President Trump said.
The New York Times WorldA purple Lamborghini crashed into a house at 1 Otradnaya Street in Yekaterinburg on the evening of August 11, according to news outlet E1.ru and the Telegram channel “Baza,” which has ties to Russi…
Meduza (English)A democratic socialist is trying to rise above the governor's endorsed candidate in Wisconsin's chaotic primary race for governor.
PBS NewsHourReform deputy leader condemned for seeking disclosure of documents that could reveal reporter’s sources Reform’s deputy leader Richard Tice has been accused of using “nasty tactics” in an attempt t…
The Guardian WorldBeachgoers in several southern states have been warned to proceed with caution after several more deaths were reported in people who contracted vibriosis, an infection from a bacteria that can caus…
The HillNewcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle cut a measured figure at his unveiling news conference, but Premier League managers will come up against someone very different
BBC News (Front page)As Muslim politicians like Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan have become more prominent, they have experienced considerable bigotry. President Trump said Democrats were electing “jihadists.”
The New York Times USRussia’s Central Bank has added Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether (USDT) to its list of cryptocurrencies approved for trading on exchanges, the regulator said in a statement.
Meduza (English)Less than a third of California cities and counties are on track to meet their housing targets
The Independent WorldPresident Trump doubled down Tuesday on his support for My Pillow founder Mike Lindell, who is running for governor in Minnesota, hours before primary polls close. “Mike Lindell deserves a BIG WIN …
The HillA petition set to be presented in the House of Commons this fall calls on the government to declare U.S. Aambassador Pete Hoekstra persona non grata and remove him from Canada.
CBC WorldVermont Democrats will try on Tuesday to do something they've been unable to do in five previous attempts: nominate a gubernatorial candidate who can beat the Republican governor.
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