United States
Same event, multiple sources, transparently cited.
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TikTok developing peer-to-peer payments through direct messages in the US
TikTok is creating a feature letting US users send money via direct messages using TikTok Pay, currently in early hidden-code testing.
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Sony to Launch Pulse Elevate Wireless Gaming Speakers on November 12, 2026
Sony announced the Pulse Elevate wireless gaming speakers will launch November 12, with preorders opening in September in the US and Hong Kong.
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US and South Korea end Ulchi Freedom Shield drills six days early following Trump order
The US and South Korea agreed to cut short the 2026 Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercise, ending it August 21 instead of August 27.
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Angie Nixon wins Florida Democratic Senate primary, defeating Alexander Vindman
Florida state representative Angie Nixon won the Democratic primary for US Senate, beating Alexander Vindman 56% to 44%.
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NASA releases new images of crater from SpaceX Falcon 9 impact on Moon
NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter captured new photos of an 18-meter-wide crater formed by SpaceX Falcon 9 impact on August 5, 2026.
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French Dior PR Chief Mathilde Favier and Producer Nicolas Altmayer Die in Car Crash
Mathilde Favier and Nicolas Altmayer died in a head-on collision with a truck in western France on August 17, 2026.
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Byron Donalds wins Florida GOP primary to succeed Governor DeSantis
Byron Donalds won the Republican primary for Florida governor, setting up a November race against Democrat David Jolly.
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OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens with enhanced safety, parental controls globally
On August 18, 2026, OpenAI unveiled ChatGPT for Teens, a tailored version with stronger safety features and educational tools for ages 13 to 17 worldwide.
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US pauses new 50% tariffs on $20B in Canadian goods amid trade talks
US President Donald Trump announced a three-day pause on new 50% tariffs on Canadian imports pending a trade deal finalization.
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Jacob Daniel Baker Arrested in Connection to Three Killings on Hawaii's Big Island
Jacob Daniel Baker, 36, was arrested Thursday on Hawaii's Big Island for suspicion in three killings of elderly men.
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ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies at 77 after six decades with band
Frank Beard, longtime drummer of ZZ Top, died at 77 on August 17 at his Texas ranch in hospice care.
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US Judge Lifts Stay on Ending Deportation Protections for 5,000 Ethiopians Under TPS
US District Judge Brian Murphy lifted the stay on ending Temporary Protected Status for roughly 5,000 Ethiopians, allowing DHS to terminate their deportation protections.
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AI Startup Groq Raises $650 Million to Launch Groq2 Focused on AI Cloud Services
Groq is raising $650 million from existing investors to create Groq2, a company focused on AI inference cloud platforms after a $20 billion Nvidia licensing deal.
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Connecticut Sun waive Hailey Van Lith after nine games to activate Leïla Lacan
Connecticut Sun waived guard Hailey Van Lith on August 17 to make room for rookie Leïla Lacan.
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Texas Tech Coach Joey McGuire Challenges Texas to Week 1 Football Game After Sarkisian Comments
Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire challenged Texas to schedule a Week 1 football game following disparaging remarks by Texas coach Steve Sarkisian.
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Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy differ on Vikings QB competition and relationship
Veteran Kyler Murray and rookie J.J. McCarthy are competing for the Minnesota Vikings starting QB job, offering contrasting views on their working relationship.
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Disney's ABC Files Early FCC License Renewal Following Trump-Pressured Investigation
Disney's ABC filed early license renewal applications for eight TV stations with the FCC after an unprecedented investigation linked to President Trump's pressure.
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Oil prices rise amid escalating US-Iran tensions and disruptions in Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices climbed for several days due to rising US-Iran tensions and reduced shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
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EU to invest €120 billion by 2035 in rebooted Chips Act to revive semiconductor industry
The European Union plans a €120 billion investment by 2035 to boost its chip production under a revamped Chips Act amid renewed China trade concerns.
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Anthropic to widely release Mythos-level AI models within weeks
Anthropic PBC plans to broadly release new AI models with Mythos-level cybersecurity features soon.
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AI insurance platform Corgi raises $106 million at $2.6 billion valuation
Corgi closed a $106 million Series B1 funding round at a $2.6 billion valuation on May 28, 2026.
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Costco reports strong Q3 with record sales and unprecedented fuel demand
Costco reported stronger-than-expected Q3 earnings on May 10, boosted by high membership renewal and record fuel demand.
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Boston Mayor’s Office Promotes Trans Period Pride Event amid Backlash
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s LGBTQ+ Office promoted a June 2026 Trans Period Pride event, drawing criticism from conservative voices online.
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US college students show mixed reactions to AI integration amid growing campus partnerships
US colleges partner with AI firms while students balance concerns and career adaptations around AI technology.