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Russian missile attack kills at least 13 in Kyiv
A heavy Russian bombardment struck residential areas, warehouses, a medical facility and an educational institution in Kyiv and the surrounding region. Ukrainian officials said at least 13 people were killed and 33 injured, as the country faces shortages of air-defense interceptors.
Trump threatens sweeping economic campaign against Iran and its partners
President Donald Trump announced what he called the “most crushing economic operation” against Iran and warned that countries, businesses, financial institutions and airports providing support to Tehran would face “tremendous economic consequences.” The announcement came after a 60-day ceasefire expired without a diplomatic or military resolution.
U.S. national debt surpasses $40 trillion
The U.S. national debt has passed $40 trillion after doubling over the past decade. The milestone comes as the interest rate on 30-year bonds reaches its highest level in almost 20 years.
National News
California adopts first state rules for more efficient replacement tires
California has become the first U.S. state to mandate efficiency standards for replacement tires. State regulators say the rules will reduce emissions and fuel costs, while opponents have criticized them as government overreach.
Pentagon plan to recruit lawyers for migrant children is scrapped
Trump administration officials abandoned a previously undisclosed effort to recruit Pentagon lawyers to represent unaccompanied migrant children. The reversal comes amid confusion over how the administration is protecting the rights of minors in immigration proceedings.
Reporters briefly detained at gunpoint at California Space Force base
Five reporters and two military personnel were briefly detained at gunpoint by security officers at Vandenberg Space Force Base after officers believed they were attempting unauthorized entry. The group had been invited to an event at the California installation.
Associated Press via The Guardian
Politics
Missouri judge allows redrawn congressional map to be used in midterms
A judge ruled that Missouri’s redrawn congressional map may be used in the 2026 midterm elections. The decision is a victory for Republicans seeking to preserve their narrow control of the U.S. House.
Trump’s order to curtail South Korea exercises raises alliance concerns
President Trump’s decision to reduce U.S.-South Korean military exercises has prompted questions about America’s commitment to the longstanding alliance. South Korea shortened the exercises, citing a request from Washington, while analysts warned the change could carry security risks.
Florida Democrat Angie Nixon wins Senate primary with left-wing economic message
Angie Nixon pulled off an upset in Florida’s Democratic Senate primary by emphasizing economic issues and affordability concerns. She now faces an uphill general-election contest against Republican Sen. Ashley Moody.
Business & Finance
Treasury buybacks lift bonds but may not resolve debt concerns
U.S. Treasury buybacks have strengthened the bond market and supported broader investor sentiment. Analysts said the relief could be brief because the intervention does not address concerns about high government debt and spending.
Reuters - The Wall Street Journal
Oil prices rise for a fifth straight day amid Iran tensions
Oil prices extended gains as President Trump threatened a major economic campaign against Iran. Persistent Middle East tensions raised concerns about potential supply disruptions, with Brent crude reaching about $93 a barrel in market coverage.
JD Sports cuts profit forecast as U.S. sales weaken
Sportswear retailer JD Sports lowered its full-year profit guidance after second-quarter sales fell amid pricing pressure and weak U.S. performance. The company said inflation was deterring shoppers from buying sneakers and other footwear.
The Wall Street Journal - The Guardian
Evergrande founder sentenced to life in prison
Hui Ka Yan, founder of China Evergrande, was sentenced to life in prison on charges including fraud and financial misconduct. His punishment marks a major development in the collapse of the property empire, which helped trigger a prolonged crisis in China’s economy.
World News
North Korea fires suspected ballistic missile, Japan says
Japanese authorities said North Korea fired a suspected ballistic missile. The launch comes as concerns grow over regional security and after South Korea estimated that North Korea could possess as many as 120 nuclear warheads.
Taiwan proposes record defense budget
Taiwan proposed increasing its 2027 defense spending by 18% to a record level. The budget is intended to signal that Taiwan is investing in self-defense and is prepared to purchase additional U.S. weapons.
Reuters - The Wall Street Journal
More than 200,000 people displaced by fighting in Sudan’s Kordofan
More than 200,000 people have been newly displaced in Sudan’s Kordofan region as fighting continues. The United Nations warned that power and water infrastructure in El Obeid had come under attack.
Israel opens criminal investigation into shooting linked to Hind Rajab’s death
Israel confirmed that soldiers fired at the car in which five-year-old Palestinian girl Hind Rajab was killed and opened a criminal investigation. Rajab initially survived the attack and called for help before her body was later recovered with those of six relatives.
Arts & Culture
Low-budget Chinese film becomes a Gen Z box-office sensation
“The Bull is Coming,” a low-budget Chinese movie with pixelated visuals, has attracted audiences and is being celebrated for its authenticity in the age of artificial intelligence. The film is emerging as a cult favorite among young Chinese moviegoers.
Harry and Meghan plan return to the United Kingdom
Prince Harry and Meghan plan to move back to the United Kingdom later this month with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. The couple will remain non-working royals, while their precise living arrangements remain unclear.
Barbican distributes plants before conservatory closure
About 500 people visited London’s Barbican conservatory to collect plant cuttings before the facility closes for a three-year renovation. The conservatory is being shut because glass panes in the ceiling pose a safety risk.
Tech & Society
Indian workers train artificial intelligence by labeling human movement
Workers in the southern Indian city of Karur are participating in the growing data-annotation industry. Some collect movement data using body-mounted cameras, while others help train artificial-intelligence systems to perform tasks traditionally done by people.
The New York Times - The New York Times Video
Starlink reapplies for approval to operate satellite network in India
Elon Musk’s Starlink has reapplied for approval to operate its satellite network in India, according to the Economic Times, as the company seeks regulatory clearance for the service.
Doctors warn vaping may harm children’s lungs
A review by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health linked youth vaping with respiratory problems including coughing, wheezing, bronchitis symptoms and asthma exacerbations. The review also raised concerns that vaping may lead young people to smoke cigarettes.
Sports
Max Verstappen extends Red Bull contract through 2030
Four-time Formula One world champion Max Verstappen signed a new contract with Red Bull that will keep him with the team through the end of 2030. The agreement ends speculation that he could leave for Mercedes or McLaren.
Messi scores first Inter Miami goal since his father’s death
Lionel Messi scored in the 26th minute for Inter Miami, his first goal for the club since the death of his father, Jorge, on Aug. 8. The goal came 11 days after his father’s death.
Seahawks work on deal with two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs
The Seattle Seahawks are working on a deal with two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs, according to a source cited by The Associated Press.
Top seeds Sabalenka and Zverev eliminated in Cincinnati
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka was upset by Sara Bejlek at the Cincinnati Open, while French Open champion Alexander Zverev exited in the fourth round.
| THU | 💧 | FRI | SAT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | ☁️ 69/87 | 40% | 🌧️ 67/78 | 🌦️ 68/76 |
| Los Angeles | ⛅ 64/96 | 0% | ☁️ 65/93 | ☁️ 73/92 |
| San Francisco | 🌫️ 54/70 | 1% | 🌫️ 55/64 | ☁️ 57/68 |
| Chicago | ☁️ 64/75 | 3% | ☁️ 59/83 | 🌦️ 65/82 |
| Houston | ☁️ 76/97 | 1% | ☁️ 78/98 | ☁️ 82/104 |
| Dallas | ☁️ 83/105 | 1% | 🌦️ 82/107 | ☁️ 84/109 |
| Phoenix | 🌦️ 80/110 | 42% | ☁️ 83/113 | ☁️ 93/114 |
| Philadelphia | ☁️ 69/88 | 47% | 🌧️ 67/85 | 🌦️ 69/77 |
| San Antonio | ☁️ 78/101 | 0% | ☁️ 77/101 | ☁️ 78/102 |
| San Diego | ☁️ 68/83 | 1% | ☁️ 66/81 | ☁️ 70/82 |
| San Jose | 🌫️ 57/81 | 0% | 🌫️ 56/75 | ☁️ 58/86 |
| Austin | 🌤️ 79/102 | 0% | ☁️ 79/102 | ☁️ 82/105 |
| Jacksonville | ☁️ 74/96 | 34% | ☁️ 78/94 | ☁️ 79/93 |
| Fort Worth | ⛅ 83/106 | 0% | ☁️ 82/106 | ☁️ 82/109 |
| Columbus | 🌧️ 68/78 | 90% | ☀️ 65/80 | ⛈️ 65/82 |
| Charlotte | ⛅ 71/96 | 4% | 🌧️ 70/95 | 🌦️ 71/87 |
| Indianapolis | 🌧️ 66/80 | 75% | ☁️ 63/82 | 🌦️ 67/81 |
| Seattle | ⛅ 56/81 | 0% | ☁️ 57/84 | 🌦️ 61/85 |
| Denver | ☁️ 61/95 | 16% | ☁️ 65/99 | ☁️ 74/95 |
| Boston | ☁️ 65/88 | 4% | ☁️ 68/84 | 🌦️ 65/72 |
| Nashville | 🌧️ 71/94 | 62% | ☁️ 71/93 | ☁️ 71/92 |
| Detroit | ☁️ 64/82 | 3% | ☁️ 60/85 | ⛈️ 66/84 |
| Portland | ☀️ 62/84 | 0% | ☁️ 65/89 | 🌦️ 60/86 |
| Las Vegas | ☁️ 82/110 | 0% | ☁️ 84/110 | ☁️ 90/110 |
| Miami | ☁️ 77/91 | 34% | 🌧️ 78/88 | ☁️ 78/90 |
| Atlanta | ☁️ 72/97 | 3% | ☁️ 73/96 | ☁️ 74/94 |
| Minneapolis | 🌦️ 56/81 | 14% | ☁️ 62/82 | ☁️ 65/82 |
| Kansas City | 🌫️ 63/81 | 5% | ☁️ 64/91 | 🌧️ 68/94 |
| New Orleans | ☁️ 78/99 | 18% | ☁️ 79/99 | ☁️ 78/98 |
| Honolulu | ☁️ 71/85 | 4% | ☁️ 71/88 | 🌦️ 76/89 |
| Anchorage | 🌦️ 55/63 | 91% | 🌦️ 53/62 | 🌦️ 52/63 |