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Same event, multiple sources, transparently cited.
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Suno to add audio watermarks and download limits for AI-generated music
Suno announced plans to embed invisible watermarks and set download limits on AI-generated songs to fight misuse.
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OpenAI removes text chat limits for free ChatGPT users and upgrades models
Starting next week, OpenAI will allow free ChatGPT users unlimited text chats and launch improved GPT-5.6 models for all tiers.
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American missionary Kevin Rideout released after over nine months held captive in Niger
Kevin Rideout, an American missionary kidnapped in Niamey in October 2025, was released in August 2026 and is now with US officials.
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USA Women’s Basketball names 12-player roster for 2026 FIBA World Cup in Berlin
USA Basketball announced its 12-player women’s roster for the 2026 FIBA World Cup, featuring rookies Clark, Reese, and Bueckers alongside Olympic veterans.
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Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty in Manhattan federal court to federal stalking charges in the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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Trump Privately Endorses VP JD Vance for 2028 as Publicly He Supports Both Vance and Rubio
Donald Trump urged GOP donors in a private White House meeting to back Vice President JD Vance for 2028, while publicly staying open to Vance and Marco Rubio as candidates.
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Ecuador police seize 469 kg of cocaine hidden with Erling Haaland image near Colombia border
Ecuador police seized 469 kilograms of cocaine concealed in a truck marked with Erling Haaland’s image near Tulcán on August 12, arresting two suspects.
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US credit card debt rises to $1.26 trillion in Q2 2026, nearing record high
US credit card debt increased by $21 billion to $1.26 trillion in Q2 2026, close to last year's record high of $1.28 trillion.
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Microsoft merges consumer and business Copilot apps, retires key AI features including mascot Mico
Microsoft is combining its consumer and business Copilot apps into a unified experience and ending several AI features by August 18, 2026.
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Washington DC's World War II Memorial vandalized with paint and foam, suspect arrested
On August 13, 2026, vandals sprayed paint and poured foam on the Washington DC World War II Memorial; a suspect was arrested the next day.
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Ben Shelton wins second straight Canadian Open with 6-3, 7-6 victory over Brandon Nakashima
Ben Shelton defended his Canadian Open title on August 13, beating Brandon Nakashima 6-3, 7-6 (7-4) in an all-American final.
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International oil prices fall over 2% amid weak demand outlook and US crude inventory build
Oil prices dropped more than 2% on August 13, pressured by weak global demand forecasts and a sharp rise in US crude inventories.
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Elon Musk's 2025 Tesla pay was $158.3 billion, 2.5 million times median worker pay
Elon Musk earned $158.3 billion in 2025 at Tesla, creating a record CEO-to-worker pay gap of 5,387 to 1 in the S&P 500.
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OpenAI Chief Revenue Officer Denise Dresser to Leave, Dali Rajic Named Successor Ahead of IPO
OpenAI announced Denise Dresser's departure as Chief Revenue Officer, appointing Dali Rajic as her replacement as the company prepares for an IPO next year.
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US inflation cools in July, easing pressure on Fed rate hikes and lifting global markets
US inflation data showed slower wholesale and modest consumer price rises in July, prompting market gains and lower Fed rate hike odds.
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Instagram unveils new wordmark after 10 years, prompting mixed user reactions
On August 13, 2026, Instagram revealed a redesigned wordmark replacing its decade-old logo, sparking praise and criticism from users worldwide.
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Trump imposes tariffs up to 100% on imported drones and components over security concerns
US President Donald Trump signed tariffs on imported drones and parts, effective September 3, to boost domestic production and limit reliance on foreign supply chains.
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Erica Schwartz confirmed as CDC director amid agency leadership turmoil
The US Senate confirmed Dr Erica Schwartz as CDC director in a 51-44 vote after agency turmoil and leadership turnover.
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Wildfire in northern Greece triggers mass evacuations in Halkidiki resort areas
A major wildfire broke out in Halkidiki, northern Greece, on August 13, forcing hundreds to evacuate from summer resorts Siviri and Fourka.
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Iran Warns Gulf States of Retaliation if U.S. Launches New Strikes on Its Territory
Iran warned Gulf states that any new U.S. attacks would trigger retaliation against critical regional energy infrastructure.
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Apple’s Private Relay leaks real IP addresses due to WebKit vulnerabilities
Security researchers found flaws in Apple’s WebKit engine that expose users’ IP addresses despite Private Relay being enabled.
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US July Producer Price Index Rises 4.7%, Below Expectations, Stocks React to Data
US July Producer Price Index rose 4.7% year-on-year, below forecasts, prompting mixed stock market moves amid easing Fed hike fears and weak retail data.
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NWSL to start 2027 season early with seven-week World Cup hiatus
The NWSL will open its 2027 season on February 11 in Los Angeles and pause for the Women's World Cup in Brazil.
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US Court of International Trade Upholds Trump's Ending of Small Parcel Tariff Exemption
The US Court of International Trade ruled on August 13 that President Trump lawfully ended the de minimis tariff exemption for parcels under $800.