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U.S. judge again blocks Trump administration’s mail-in voting restrictions
A federal judge extended an injunction blocking President Trump’s order to impose broad restrictions on mail-in voting. The ruling came as North Carolina began sending mail ballots for the Nov. 3 midterm elections, and the administration sought Supreme Court relief.
The New York Times - The Guardian
Jury deadlock ends Lindsay Clancy murder trial in a mistrial
A Massachusetts judge declared a mistrial after jurors failed to reach a unanimous verdict in the case against Lindsay Clancy, who was accused of killing her three children. The outcome leaves open the possibility of another trial.
New dossier adds to allegations of chemical weapons use in Sudan
Documents reviewed by The New York Times bolster allegations that Sudan’s military developed and used toxic bombs during the country’s civil war. The Washington Post separately reported that documents point to an alleged chemical weapons stockpile.
The New York Times - The Washington Post
National News
Pentagon gives polygraph tests to about 50 Joint Staff members in leak investigation
The Pentagon has questioned about 50 officers on the Joint Staff as part of an investigation into reports about the war with Iran and diminished U.S. munitions stocks.
The New York Times - Al Jazeera
Record diesel prices squeeze California farmers, truckers and supply chains
Diesel prices have reached a record high in the United States, increasing fuel and operating costs for California farmers, trucking fleets and supply chains.
Politics
Supreme Court clears lower-cost television advertising for political parties
The Supreme Court ruled that political parties may receive discounted television advertising rates when coordinating spending with candidates. The decision could increase political parties’ spending power ahead of the midterm elections.
Trump plans another overseas flight on a Qatari jet despite security concerns
President Trump intends to use a Qatari aircraft for a trip to Ireland. It would be the first overseas use of the plane since questions were raised about its defensive capabilities.
Trump grants clemency to 30 people
President Trump issued pardons or commutations to 30 people, including drug offenders and a union leader, continuing what the article describes as an unconventional use of presidential clemency power.
Business & Finance
Strong August jobs report pushes stocks lower and rate-hike bets higher
The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August. The stronger-than-expected report lifted Treasury yields and increased expectations that interest rates could rise, while U.S. stocks fell.
The Wall Street Journal - The Wall Street Journal
Novartis cholesterol drug fails to reduce cardiovascular events in Phase 3 trial
Novartis said a closely watched Phase 3 study of its experimental cholesterol drug failed to meet its goal. The trial found that the drug did not reduce the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes.
The Wall Street Journal - The New York Times
Anthropic settlement prompts dispute over authors’ share of $1.5 billion
Anthropic must pay $3,000 per pirated book used to train its chatbot under a $1.5 billion settlement. Authors are concerned that other participants in the book industry could receive funds intended for writers.
World News
Iranian tanker reportedly hit by U.S. missiles near Kharg Island
Iranian media reported that an Iranian oil tanker was struck by several U.S. missiles near Iran’s Kharg Island. The report was carried by Reuters and Al Jazeera.
Russia denies a planned mass mobilization as military-age men grow uneasy
The Kremlin has denied that it is preparing a mass mobilization, but some Russian men of military age are taking precautions amid rumors of a new draft.
Germany’s far-right AfD seeks a breakthrough in Saxony-Anhalt
A state vote in Saxony-Anhalt could produce the strongest showing in the history of the Alternative for Germany party. An outright majority could give a far-right party state-level power in Germany for the first time since World War II.
U.S. and Israeli strikes deepen tensions around Iran and Lebanon
The feed reports renewed hostilities involving Iran, including attacks on shipping, as well as Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon following a Hezbollah drone launch.
Arts & Culture
English museum to return colonial-era human remains to Naga people
Oxford’s Pitt Rivers Museum plans to repatriate skeletal remains to the Indigenous Naga people of the Indian subcontinent, six years after formal efforts began.
Jay-Z brings Lauryn Hill, Wyclef and Giggs to long-awaited London show
Jay-Z performed for more than two hours at the first of two London shows, joined by surprise guests including Lauryn Hill, Wyclef and Giggs.
Tech & Society
Seattle Times and Newsday sue OpenAI and Microsoft over copyright
The two news organizations filed lawsuits alleging that OpenAI and Microsoft infringed their copyrights.
Kenyan essay writers lose work as students turn to artificial intelligence
Thousands of Kenyans once made a living writing college essays for overseas students. The article says that demand has dried up as artificial intelligence takes over more of the work, raising concerns about the future of online gig work.
Tesla Cybercab launch triggers federal safety investigation
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened an investigation into Tesla’s Cybercab one day after its launch in Austin, Texas.
Los Angeles Times - Al Jazeera
Sports
Williams sisters lose US Open doubles return in a third-set tiebreaker
Serena and Venus Williams lost to Maya Joint and Chan Hao-ching, 6-3, 6-7(6), 7-6(7), in the first round of the US Open women’s doubles tournament.
No. 14 USC shuts out Fresno State 39-0
USC improved to 2-0 with a 39-0 victory over Fresno State, combining a strong performance from quarterback Jayden Maiava with a dominant defensive effort.
Andy Ruiz Jr.’s comeback suffers unanimous-decision loss to Damian Knyba
Damian Knyba knocked down Ruiz and won by unanimous decision in Newark, New Jersey, handing the former unified heavyweight champion the third defeat of his professional career after a 762-day layoff.
Ben Simmons signs one-year deal with Sacramento Kings
The former No. 1 overall pick agreed to a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Sacramento Kings after missing the 2025-26 season while rehabilitating back and leg injuries.
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| New York | ☁️ 66/83 | 1% | 🌦️ 61/79 | 🌦️ 65/81 |
| Los Angeles | 🌤️ 62/89 | 0% | 🌦️ 70/89 | ☁️ 75/92 |
| San Francisco | ☀️ 55/71 | 1% | ☁️ 55/69 | ⛅ 58/78 |
| Chicago | 🌫️ 71/93 | 38% | ☁️ 68/76 | ☁️ 65/76 |
| Houston | ☁️ 78/89 | 24% | ☁️ 77/88 | ⛅ 80/100 |
| Dallas | ⛅ 80/99 | 6% | ⛅ 79/100 | 🌤️ 86/103 |
| Phoenix | 🌦️ 82/103 | 7% | ☁️ 82/105 | ☁️ 93/105 |
| Philadelphia | ☁️ 69/83 | 22% | ☁️ 63/79 | ☁️ 64/81 |
| San Antonio | ☁️ 78/95 | 16% | ☁️ 76/95 | 🌦️ 78/98 |
| San Diego | ⛅ 63/85 | 5% | ☁️ 70/90 | ☁️ 74/90 |
| San Jose | ☀️ 55/77 | 0% | ☁️ 52/77 | ☀️ 57/83 |
| Austin | ☁️ 76/96 | 8% | ☁️ 77/96 | ☁️ 81/99 |
| Jacksonville | ☁️ 77/92 | 47% | ☁️ 77/92 | ⛈️ 76/86 |
| Fort Worth | 🌤️ 80/100 | 4% | ☁️ 80/100 | ⛅ 84/102 |
| Columbus | 🌧️ 70/83 | 72% | ☁️ 62/81 | ☁️ 61/80 |
| Charlotte | 🌤️ 76/98 | 9% | 🌦️ 73/98 | 🌧️ 70/90 |
| Indianapolis | 🌤️ 76/95 | 24% | 🌦️ 66/93 | ☁️ 61/80 |
| Seattle | ☁️ 52/68 | 23% | ☁️ 52/71 | ☁️ 52/72 |
| Denver | ☁️ 62/95 | 5% | 🌦️ 62/92 | ☁️ 76/91 |
| Boston | ☁️ 61/75 | 9% | ☁️ 55/71 | ⛅ 57/78 |
| Nashville | ☁️ 74/100 | 25% | 🌤️ 78/100 | ☁️ 70/95 |
| Detroit | ☁️ 67/79 | 13% | ☁️ 58/78 | ☁️ 63/78 |
| Portland | 🌦️ 51/68 | 31% | ☁️ 55/70 | ☁️ 57/74 |
| Las Vegas | ☀️ 72/98 | 0% | 🌦️ 68/98 | ☁️ 70/85 |
| Miami | ☁️ 79/88 | 21% | 🌧️ 74/88 | 🌦️ 77/90 |
| Atlanta | ⛅ 75/98 | 6% | 🌦️ 75/98 | 🌦️ 73/97 |
| Minneapolis | 🌫️ 67/89 | 3% | 🌧️ 68/89 | ☁️ 70/87 |
| Kansas City | ☁️ 73/101 | 1% | ☁️ 76/101 | 🌦️ 71/99 |
| New Orleans | ☁️ 76/88 | 30% | ☁️ 75/92 | ☁️ 80/96 |
| Honolulu | 🌦️ 72/84 | 35% | 🌦️ 73/85 | 🌦️ 75/85 |
| Anchorage | 🌧️ 54/65 | 100% | 🌦️ 50/67 | 🌦️ 53/63 |