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U.S. Strikes Three Iranian Oil Tankers After Attacks on Warships
The U.S. military said it struck three Iranian oil tankers after Iranian missiles targeted two U.S. warships. U.S. Central Command said the strikes occurred near Kharg Island, Jask and the Gulf of Oman, and that no U.S. personnel were injured.
The Washington Post - The Wall Street Journal
Trump Envoys Meet Putin as U.S. Seeks to Revive Ukraine Talks
Trump representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow to discuss steps toward ending the war in Ukraine. The White House said the envoys would travel to Kyiv for talks with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and that further plans would be announced in the coming weeks.
The Guardian - The Washington Post
Germany’s Far-Right AfD Seeks Historic State-Level Victory
Voters in Saxony-Anhalt are choosing a state government in an election that could give the far-right Alternative for Germany party an outright majority. Such a result would mark the first time since World War II that a far-right party held state-level power in Germany.
National News
Local Officers Join Trump Administration’s Immigration Crackdown
ICE is relying on local law enforcement officers to help make immigration arrests. The Washington Post observed Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers detain immigrants described as unauthorized to be in the United States.
Lindsay Clancy Trial Ends in Mistrial
A jury failed to reach a verdict in the five-week trial of Lindsay Clancy, who was charged in the deaths of her three children. The district attorney must now decide whether to retry the case, reduce the charges or drop it.
The New York Times - The Guardian
Big Sur Faces Wildfires, Landslides and Overtourism Pressures
California’s Big Sur coastline has endured wildfires, road closures and disruptions to hotels, restaurants and campsites. One fire east of Big Sur was reported to be less than 25% contained, while another nearby fire had grown larger and remained barely contained.
Politics
Trump-Aligned Super PAC Announces $10 Million Texas Senate Ad Buy
MAGA Inc. announced a $10 million television and digital advertising campaign to support Republican Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race. The filing represents the group’s first general-election spending of the 2026 cycle.
The New York Times - Al Jazeera
Missouri Seeks Supreme Court Review of Republican-Favored Voting Map
Missouri’s Supreme Court said a congressional map redrawn to benefit Republicans could not be used in November and that voters should decide on the new boundaries. The state is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to revive the map.
Business & Finance
Americans Face Record-High Labor Day Gasoline Prices
Reuters reported that U.S. drivers faced record-high gasoline prices over the Labor Day weekend.
Jaguar Land Rover Confirms Planned Job Cuts
Jaguar Land Rover said it plans to cut jobs as part of an effort to save about £1.7 billion over the next two years.
World News
Yemen Fighting Kills More Than 60, Including Civilians
Clashes between Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces and the Iran-aligned Houthi movement killed more than 60 people during an offensive on Yemen’s western coast. A missile strike in Taiz also killed six civilians and injured seven people traveling by bus.
Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau Eruption Disrupts Air Travel
Volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau led to flight suspensions at Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. More than 20,000 passengers were stranded after ash was detected in nearby airspace.
Egyptian Television Presenter Sentenced to Death in Drug Case
An Egyptian court sentenced television presenter Sarah Khalifa and 11 others to death in a case involving the manufacture and trafficking of narcotics. Khalifa is known for the program Mission Impossible, which addressed security and crime issues.
Arts & Culture
Falling Ceiling Debris Complicates Kennedy Center Renovation Debate
A portion of the ceiling in the Kennedy Center’s grand foyer collapsed after heavy rain, prompting a temporary closure. No one was injured, but preservationists worry the incident could be used to support shutting down or demolishing the Washington arts complex.
Robin Morgan, Feminist Poet and Editor, Dies at 85
Robin Morgan, a former child star who became a poet, essayist, editor and leading second-wave feminist, has died at 85. She co-founded the Women’s Media Center with Jane Fonda and Gloria Steinem.
Tech & Society
Educators Move From AI Policing to AI Acceptance
Teachers are moving away from AI detectors and handwritten assignments in favor of redesigned courses that require students to demonstrate what they have learned.
Bipartisan Opposition Grows to Flock Surveillance Cameras
Politicians from both parties are pushing back against Flock Safety surveillance cameras as more Americans object to the technology. The backlash comes amid wider concerns about privacy and the construction of data centers that power artificial intelligence.
China’s Graduates Face a Difficult Job Market and AI Disruption
A record 12.7 million young people in China are looking for work as the country embraces artificial intelligence and the technology begins to reshape the workforce.
Sports
Katie Taylor Retires as a Three-Time Undisputed Champion
Ireland’s Katie Taylor ended her career with a points victory over Flora Pili at Dublin’s Croke Park. The 40-year-old retained her WBA, IBF and WBO super-lightweight titles and became an undisputed champion for the third time.
Gauff Advances as Fritz, Keys and Cobolli Fall at the U.S. Open
Coco Gauff, Iga Swiatek and Mirra Andreeva reached the women’s singles round of 16. American Taylor Fritz lost to Argentina’s Francisco Cerundolo after surrendering a two-set lead, while Madison Keys fell after leading 5-0 in the deciding set.
UCLA Opens Bob Chesney Era With Win Over Cal
UCLA defeated California 45-24 in Bob Chesney’s first game as head coach. The Bruins scored 21 unanswered points, with Wayne Knight and Anthony Woods delivering strong performances.
| SUN | 💧 | MON | TUE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | ☁️ 64/77 | 9% | ☁️ 57/79 | ☁️ 65/83 |
| Los Angeles | 🌦️ 72/92 | 36% | ☁️ 72/96 | ☁️ 80/95 |
| San Francisco | ☁️ 56/71 | 1% | ☀️ 52/79 | ☁️ 62/81 |
| Chicago | ☁️ 68/76 | 3% | ☁️ 64/77 | ☁️ 65/86 |
| Houston | 🌧️ 77/88 | 29% | 🌦️ 76/92 | ⛈️ 81/97 |
| Dallas | ⛅ 79/101 | 2% | ☁️ 78/100 | 🌦️ 86/104 |
| Phoenix | ☁️ 83/106 | 2% | ☁️ 86/106 | ☁️ 95/105 |
| Philadelphia | 🌤️ 63/81 | 2% | 🌧️ 63/79 | ☁️ 64/83 |
| San Antonio | ☁️ 79/97 | 7% | ☁️ 76/96 | ☁️ 78/100 |
| San Diego | ☁️ 73/93 | 12% | ☁️ 73/92 | ☁️ 76/90 |
| San Jose | ⛅ 54/78 | 0% | ☀️ 51/82 | ☁️ 63/91 |
| Austin | ☁️ 80/99 | 10% | 🌦️ 77/91 | ☁️ 81/101 |
| Jacksonville | ☁️ 78/94 | 32% | 🌦️ 74/91 | 🌦️ 76/91 |
| Fort Worth | 🌤️ 80/101 | 1% | ☁️ 77/99 | ☀️ 84/103 |
| Columbus | ☁️ 62/82 | 27% | ⛅ 61/80 | ☁️ 64/89 |
| Charlotte | ☁️ 71/89 | 18% | 🌧️ 70/88 | ☁️ 66/86 |
| Indianapolis | ☁️ 65/86 | 25% | ⛅ 60/82 | ☁️ 66/90 |
| Seattle | ☁️ 52/69 | 11% | ☁️ 54/71 | ☁️ 52/72 |
| Denver | ☁️ 62/93 | 13% | ☁️ 63/92 | ☁️ 70/89 |
| Boston | 🌦️ 59/70 | 37% | ☁️ 53/78 | ☁️ 62/78 |
| Nashville | ⛅ 75/99 | 28% | ☁️ 71/94 | ☁️ 73/93 |
| Detroit | 🌤️ 58/78 | 0% | ☁️ 58/79 | ☁️ 63/82 |
| Portland | 🌦️ 56/70 | 50% | ☁️ 51/64 | ☀️ 54/78 |
| Las Vegas | 🌧️ 72/98 | 52% | 🌦️ 67/91 | ☁️ 84/97 |
| Miami | 🌦️ 75/86 | 58% | ☁️ 75/85 | ☁️ 77/90 |
| Atlanta | 🌧️ 72/97 | 28% | ☁️ 72/93 | ☁️ 70/90 |
| Minneapolis | ☁️ 67/87 | 6% | ☁️ 70/86 | 🌦️ 66/90 |
| Kansas City | ☁️ 76/98 | 10% | ☁️ 75/98 | ☁️ 79/106 |
| New Orleans | 🌧️ 75/92 | 33% | ⛅ 76/96 | ☁️ 80/96 |
| Honolulu | 🌦️ 74/86 | 41% | 🌦️ 75/86 | 🌦️ 76/84 |
| Anchorage | 🌦️ 50/67 | 6% | 🌦️ 53/61 | 🌦️ 54/63 |