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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.
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Trump administration detains and deports family members of US military personnel
Since Trump’s 2025 return to office, over 50 parents and spouses of active-duty US troops have been detained and six deported.
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2026 Wyndham Championship set for August 6-9 at Sedgefield with Cameron Young favored
The 2026 Wyndham Championship will run August 6-9 in Greensboro, with defending champ Cameron Young among the top betting favorites.
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Minneapolis Fed President Kashkari urges gradual rate hikes to curb US inflation
Neel Kashkari called for starting gradual interest rate increases now to lower US inflation, dissenting against holding rates steady in August 2026.
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Rep. Chuck Edwards Drops 2026 Re-election Bid After Ethics Committee Censure Recommendation
Rep. Chuck Edwards announced he will not seek re-election following a House Ethics Committee report recommending censure over sexual harassment allegations.
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US continues talks on Ukraine producing Patriot missiles amid Trump’s expressed doubts
The US is still discussing allowing Ukraine to produce Patriot missiles despite former President Trump expressing reservations after initial support.
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Aryna Sabalenka beats Moyuka Uchijima 6-3, 6-3 in WTA Toronto second round
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka defeated Japanese qualifier Moyuka Uchijima 6-3, 6-3 in the WTA 1000 tournament in Toronto on August 4, 2026.
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US pledges indefinite naval blockade and new economic sanctions on Iran amid Strait of Hormuz conflict
The US announced an indefinite naval blockade of Iran and imminent unprecedented economic isolation measures amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Falcons edge rusher Jalon Walker feared to miss 2026 season with ACL injury
Falcons second-year edge rusher Jalon Walker likely tore his ACL in practice on August 4, risking the entire 2026 season.
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Lionel Messi Donates €80,000 to Support Madrid Wildfire Reconstruction
Lionel Messi donated €80,000 to aid reconstruction in Sierra Oeste after July wildfires damaged homes and land near Madrid.
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White House finalizes voluntary AI cybersecurity framework but keeps details secret
The White House unveiled a voluntary AI cybersecurity framework requiring companies to share new models 30 days before release, but withheld key details after briefing industry leaders.
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Kennedy Center Board Votes to Reinstate Trump Name and Approve Two-Year Closure for Renovations
On August 13, 2026, the Kennedy Center board voted to add a Trump inscription to the building and close it for two years for renovations.
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New Jersey Sues Amazon for Antitrust Violations Over Delivery Contractors
New Jersey Attorney General sued Amazon on August 4, alleging abuse of buyer power over delivery contractors to suppress competition and harm workers.
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US Judge Blocks New York's Ban on ICE Officers Wearing Face Masks
Federal Judge Mae D’Agostino blocked New York’s law banning ICE officers from wearing face masks or hiding badges during federal operations.
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Ariana Grande to Pause Public Appearances After September Tour Finale
Ariana Grande announced at her August 3 Chicago concert she will take a break from public appearances after her Eternal Sunshine Tour ends September 1 in London.
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Atlanta Falcons sign Bijan Robinson to record $75M running back extension
The Atlanta Falcons agreed to a three-year, $75 million contract extension with running back Bijan Robinson.
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Palantir reports 93% revenue jump as AI sovereign tools fuel growth, shares soar
Palantir reported Q2 revenue of $1.9 billion, up 93% year-over-year, driven by AI sovereign tools, sending shares up to 30% on August 4, 2026.
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Alexandra Eala wins Washington Open, first Filipina to claim WTA singles title
Alexandra Eala defeated top seed Jessica Pegula to win the Washington Open, becoming the first Filipina to claim a WTA singles crown.
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Bayer, BP, Evonik, McDonald’s and Saudi Aramco report Q2 2026 earnings beating expectations
Bayer, BP, Evonik, McDonald’s and Saudi Aramco posted strong Q2 2026 results with some cautious outlooks and leadership changes.