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- TRUMP AND PUTIN SHARE WARM HANDSHAKE IN ALASKA AS UKRAINE WAR SUMMIT BEGINS: At a summit in Anchorage, Alaska, President Trump greeted Russian President Vladimir Putin with a warm handshake and red‑carpet welcome before intense talks about the Ukraine war. The meeting lasted hours but ended without a cease‑fire or formal peace deal. Trump later said they made “great progress,” though he left conceding little as Ukraine was noticeably excluded from talks. Many analysts and Western allies saw the meeting as a win for Putin and a setback for U.S. credibility.
- TEXAS DEMOCRATS WHO FLED TO BLOCK REDISTRICTING BEGIN RETURNING HOME: Democratic lawmakers from Texas who fled the state to stop a Republican redistricting plan are gradually returning on their own schedules. The walkout had forced the GOP to delay drawing new maps aimed at creating more winnable districts for them. State leaders warned the return could lead to arrests and a call for another session if they tried to sneak back.
- OKLAHOMA TO REQUIRE NEW TEACHERS FROM NY AND CA TO TAKE “AMERICA FIRST” TEST: Oklahoma plans to introduce an “America First” teacher certification test for educators coming from places like New York and California. The idea is to confirm these teachers support conservative values and the state’s curriculum. Critics say it’s political and could block good teachers from entering the state.
- CANADA FORCES AIR CANADA FLIGHT ATTENDANTS BACK TO WORK UNDER ARBITRATION DEAL: The Canadian government has issued an order forcing Air Canada flight attendants to return to work under binding arbitration after a strike grounded many flights. But the union representing 10,000 attendants is refusing to comply, delaying plans to restart flights and frustrating more than 100,000 travelers each day. The strike continues as the union pushes for a negotiated agreement.
- U.S. POSTAL SERVICE TO HONOR JIMMY CARTER WITH NEW FOREVER STAMP: The USPS announced that it will issue a commemorative Forever stamp honoring former President Jimmy Carter on what would have been his 101st birthday, October 1, 2025. The stamp features a 1982 portrait painted by Herbert E. Abrams. Officials revealed the design at an event in Plains, Georgia, with Carter’s family present.
- GENERAL HOSPITAL STAR TRISTAN ROGERS DIES AT 79 AFTER LUNG CANCER BATTLE: Tristan Rogers, best known as Robert Scorpio on General Hospital, passed away at age 79 from lung cancer on August 15, 2025. He starred in over 1,400 episodes since 1980 and returned multiple times, even after his diagnosis. Fans and colleagues shared heartfelt tributes, recalling his kindness and lifelong passion for the role.
- BOB HARPER SAYS JILLIAN MICHAELS NEVER REACHED OUT AFTER HIS HEART ATTACK: Bob Harper said his former Biggest Loser co-host Jillian Michaels did not contact him after his heart attack in 2017. Harper revealed this in an interview, saying her silence “spoke volumes”. The show’s new Netflix documentary also brought up how cast members were treated behind the scenes.
- SORORITIES BAN RUSH CONTENT AMID ‘RUSHTOK’ BACKLASH: Many sororities at the University of Alabama are banning recruitment posts and media mentions during “rush week.” This response comes after the popularity of “RushTok” videos led to harassment and unwanted attention for students. The process is already emotionally intense and expensive—some families spend thousands on outfits, consults, and events. By limiting social media exposure, sororities hope to protect finalists from stress and maintain tradition.
- AMAZON APPSTORE TO SHUT DOWN ON ANDROID DEVICES AUGUST 20: Amazon is closing its Appstore for non‑Amazon Android devices on August 20, 2025—ending a 14‑year run. Users will no longer get app updates or security patches, and it’s unclear if downloaded apps will keep working. Amazon urges customers to check and redeem any remaining Amazon Coins, which will be automatically refunded if possible. The move helps Amazon focus on its Fire‑based ecosystem—like Fire Tablets and Fire TVs—where most of its users now engage.
- SAINTS TRADE DT KHALEN SAUNDERS TO JAGUARS AFTER PRESEASON GAME: In a surprising move, the New Orleans Saints traded defensive tackle Khalen Saunders to the Jacksonville Jaguars on the same day they played each other in a preseason game. Saunders, who started many games for the Saints over two seasons, was sent to fill a defensive line gap in Jacksonville. In return, the Saints receive center Luke Fortner. The swap helps both teams align better with their current lineup and strategies.
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