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Today’s Rundown:
- HURRICANE ERIN FORCES EVACUATIONS IN OUTER BANKS, CLOSES BEACHES ACROSS EAST COAST: Hurricane Erin, now a Category 2 storm, has triggered evacuation orders for areas like Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands in North Carolina. Parts of NC Highway 12 are flooded and impassable, forcing road closures. Beaches from New Jersey to New York are closed due to dangerous surf and rip currents. Forecasters warn that even though the storm is offshore, its expanding bands could still cause life-threatening conditions along the coast.
- TEXAS HOUSE APPROVES REDISTRICTING MAP AFTER DEMOCRATS’ WALKOUTS AND ARREST THREATS: After two weeks of Democratic walkouts—and the threat of arrest for absent lawmakers—the Texas House passed a new congressional map. The map is projected to give Republicans up to five more U.S. House seats next year. Democrats say they will take the plan to court, calling it unfair and discriminatory.
- MEXICAN MUSICIAN ERNESTO BARAJAS SHOT DEAD AFTER SINGING ABOUT DRUG CARTELS: Ernesto Barajas, the lead singer of Enigma Norteno, was fatally shot on August 19 in Zapopan, Mexico. Barajas was known for performing narcocorridos—songs that often celebrated drug cartels. He was 38. Police reported another man died in the attack, and a woman was injured.
- SYDNEY SWEENEY’S NEW FILM ‘AMERICANA’ HAS ONE OF THE WORST BOX OFFICE OPENINGS EVER: Sydney Sweeney’s film Americana opened on just over 1,100 screens and earned a mere $500,000 on its first weekend. The movie is widely considered a box office flop despite generally positive reviews.
- FTC SUES LA FITNESS OVER “EXCEEDINGLY DIFFICULT” MEMBERSHIP CANCELLATION RULES: The Federal Trade Commission filed a lawsuit against LA Fitness, alleging the gym made it almost impossible to cancel memberships. Members reportedly had to log in online, mail forms, or speak to specific managers in person just to end their contracts. The FTC says this caused many unwanted charges and complaints. It’s seeking compensation for consumers and stricter rules on cancellation practices.
- HERTZ STOCK JUMPS AFTER ANNOUNCING USED CAR SALES PARTNERSHIP WITH AMAZON: Hertz’s stock price rose by about 6–7% after it revealed a deal to sell used vehicles through Amazon Autos. Initially offering cars near select cities like Dallas and Los Angeles, the partnership aligns with Hertz’s renewed focus after restructuring following bankruptcy.
- MCDONALD’S CUTS COMBO MEAL PRICES BY ABOUT 15% TO ATTRACT CUSTOMERS: In response to price concerns, McDonald’s and its U.S. franchises are lowering the cost of eight popular combo meals by around 15%. CEO admitted the menu had become too expensive for many customers and these new prices aim to save money for fast-food diners.
- HOME DEPOT SIGNALS MODEST PRICE HIKES DUE TO TARIFFS, DESPITE STABLE ANNUAL FORECAST: Home Depot warned that some prices may rise slightly because of unexpected import tariffs. The company still kept its full-year sales forecast the same, though quarterly earnings came in lower than expected. The increases are expected to be limited to specific imported products—not a broad price hike across the store.
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