The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a highest risk warning (Class 1) for a recall of Pistachio Nut Butter due to possible Salmonella contamination. Botticelli Foods LLC voluntarily recalled 16,200 jars after tests found Salmonella in some products sold at Walmart stores in 19 states.
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Botticelli Foods LLC recalled 16,200 jars of Pistachio Nut Butter on August 3.
The recall is because of possible Salmonella contamination found by Florida food officials.
The affected jars have an expiration date of January 28, 2027, UPC code 194346207961, and lot number LB028ACP04.
The FDA classified the recall as Class 1, meaning the product could cause serious illness or death.
Salmonella can cause symptoms like diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, and in severe cases, more serious health problems.
The recalled product was sold at Walmart stores in 19 U.S. states.
No illnesses have been reported linked to this product as of August 3.
Consumers are advised not to eat the nut butter and to return it for a full refund.
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The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is investigating a serious cybersecurity incident. The Qilin ransomware group said it was behind the attack, but the agency stated that the main ATF network and systems were not affected.
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The ATF announced a probe into a major cybersecurity incident on Wednesday.
The Qilin ransomware group claimed responsibility for the cyberattack.
The affected system was separate from the main ATF network.
The ATF’s enterprise network was not impacted by the incident.
Key systems like the eForms system continued to operate normally.
The agency has not reported any data breaches or disruptions to public services.
The investigation is ongoing to understand the full impact of the attack.
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The number of asylum seekers staying in hotels in the UK has dropped by half in one year, from over 32,000 in June 2025 to about 16,000 in June 2026. Overall, arrivals by small boats and asylum claims have also decreased, while the government has sped up decision-making on asylum cases and increased deportations.
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Over 32,000 asylum seekers stayed in hotels in June 2025; this fell to about 16,000 by June 2026.
Illegal arrivals detected in the year to June 2026 totaled 38,000, with 33,000 arriving on small boats from France.
The number of asylum claims dropped by 20%, with 86,000 claims in the latest year.
About half of asylum claims came from people already legally in the UK, not new arrivals.
The backlog for initial asylum decisions fell from 175,000 in June 2023 to 40,000 in June 2026.
Around 40,000 people without valid reasons to stay were removed from the UK in the past year, an 8% increase.
Work visas issued dropped by 18% compared to the previous year, including a 90% fall in specialist health and care worker visas.
Family reunification visas declined by 19%, mainly due to stricter rules making it harder for refugee families to join relatives.
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Twenty-four states led by Democrats and the District of Columbia are suing the U.S. Postal Service over a new rule tied to President Donald Trump’s order on mail-in voting before the November midterm elections. The rule limits the USPS to deliver mail ballots only to voters on specific federal lists and sets uniform ballot envelope designs, raising legal questions about election authority and voter rights.
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The lawsuit challenges a USPS rule based on President Trump’s executive order restricting mail-in voting procedures.
The USPS rule requires states to provide lists of eligible voters and use a uniform envelope style for mail ballots.
The lawsuit was filed by 23 Democratic-controlled states, Pennsylvania’s governor, and D.C.
Plaintiffs argue the rule violates the Voting Rights Act and the Privacy Act and undermines state control over elections.
A federal judge lifted a previous order blocking the USPS rule after a related Supreme Court decision but called the order “likely unconstitutional.”
The Supreme Court has not yet ruled on the legality of President Trump’s executive order itself.
The first mail ballots for the midterms are expected to be sent soon, increasing urgency.
Supporters of the rule say it protects election integrity, but studies show mail ballot fraud is very rare.
More Democrats than Republicans tend to vote by mail.
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A U.S. military judge has scheduled the trial of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three co-defendants for June 5, 2028, more than 20 years after their arrest. The trial was delayed due to legal disputes over evidence and the rejection of previous plea deals that would have avoided the death penalty.
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Khalid Sheikh Mohammed is accused of being the mastermind behind the September 11 attacks.
He, along with Walid bin Attash, Mustafa al-Hawsawi, and Ali Abdul Aziz Ali, will stand trial starting in June 2028.
The trial was delayed because of disagreements over evidence linked to CIA detention and torture.
A previous plea deal in 2024 that could have spared Mohammed and two co-defendants from the death penalty was canceled by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.
The U.S. appeals court upheld the cancellation of the plea deal.
The trial will begin with selecting a military jury, followed by opening statements, presentation of cases, and sentencing.
Mohammed was captured in Pakistan in 2003 and held in secret CIA prisons before being transferred to Guantanamo Bay in 2006.
The judge said the trial date needed to allow time for pretrial legal matters to be resolved.
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The ongoing war with Iran, which President Trump expected to be short, has lasted over six months and affected many Americans through higher gas prices and economic strain. This conflict is influencing voter opinions ahead of the upcoming midterm elections, challenging Republicans who hoped to focus on other issues like tax cuts.
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The war with Iran has lasted more than six months, beyond initial expectations.
President Trump said he would avoid foreign conflicts but engaged in this prolonged war.
Many Americans, including Democrats, independents, and over a third of Republicans, think the war is not worth fighting.
Higher gas prices, rising about $1 per gallon compared to last year, are causing economic difficulties for many voters.
Republicans face difficult midterm elections with some vulnerable House seats in key districts.
President Trump refuses to apologize for the war’s economic impact and insists the actions are to stop Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
Some Republicans now express concern about the war's costs but have not tried to limit the president’s war powers.
Democrats are using the issue of rising gas prices and the war’s effects to criticize President Trump and rally voters.
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Six months ago, the United States and Israel began military strikes on Iran. President Donald Trump has posted frequently about the war on his social media platform, Truth Social, sharing updates on the conflict and U.S. actions against Iran.
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The U.S. and Israel started strikes on Iran six months ago.
President Trump posted at least 319 messages about Iran on Truth Social during this time.
Trump averaged about one post every 14 hours mentioning Iran.
His posts formed a timeline of the war’s announcement, progress, claims of victory, negotiations, and renewed conflict.
Before the war, Trump encouraged Iran to negotiate and imposed tariffs on countries trading with Iran.
On February 28, the U.S. launched "Operation Epic Fury" against Iran’s military targets.
Trump claimed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei was dead early in the conflict.
Trump frequently stated that U.S. strikes destroyed Iran’s military capabilities, especially on Kharg Island and the Strait of Hormuz.
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Two Cleveland Police officers, PC Matthew Blades and PC Tom Clough, died in a car crash on the A66 near Middlesbrough when their police vehicle was hit by a car driving the wrong way. Inquests into their deaths have opened, and investigations including a police collision report and an Independent Office for Police Conduct report are ongoing.
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PC Matthew Blades (37) and PC Tom Clough (38) died in a crash on the A66 near Middlesbrough.
Their police vehicle was struck by a Volkswagen Passat driving against traffic.
The crash followed a police pursuit that had been stopped; the two officers were not directly involved.
The inquests began at Teesside Coroner's Court and were then paused for further investigation.
Preliminary causes of death were head and neck injuries for PC Blades, and neck injuries for PC Clough.
Post-mortem reports, police collision report, and an Independent Office for Police Conduct report are pending.
A fundraising appeal for the officers’ families has raised over £1 million.
Further inquests are expected for five young men who died in the Passat.
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The war between the U.S. and Iran has lasted more than six months, longer than President Trump originally predicted. The ongoing conflict and rising gas prices are influencing voters ahead of the U.S. midterm elections, with some voters shifting their support toward Democrats. Many Americans say the war has not been worth the cost.
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The war with Iran has continued for over six months, despite President Trump’s earlier expectation it would end quickly.
Rising fuel prices, about $1 more per gallon than last year, are impacting everyday costs for Americans.
Many voters are frustrated by the war and its economic effects, influencing their choices in the coming midterm elections.
Around two-thirds of U.S. adults feel the war with Iran is not worth fighting.
Some Republicans support the war, but more than one-third of Republicans, along with most Democrats and independents, oppose it.
President Trump defends the war, saying he "never apologizes" for the costs and claims it prevents Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
The war is challenging Republicans’ efforts to hold their narrow congressional majorities and is shaping political campaigns.
Unlike previous presidents, President Trump did not spend significant time building public support or international coalitions before engaging in the conflict.
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President Donald Trump has posted several AI-generated images of himself with historical American figures like George Washington on his social media platform, Truth Social. These images appear to highlight his efforts to shape his legacy during a challenging time in his presidency involving conflicts like the war with Iran and low approval ratings.
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President Trump shared AI images of himself alongside George Washington in various settings, including a White House ballroom.
The images include scenes of them standing, sitting with quills over a map, and on horseback together.
Trump also posted a video showing Washington and himself walking through the ballroom.
These posts coincide with questions about the USS Abraham Lincoln’s conditions and his handling of the Iran war.
Media analysts see these AI images as attempts by Trump to associate himself with founding American figures and strengthen his legacy.
The White House said Truth Social allows Trump to speak directly to people without media bias.
Trump has called the ballroom a “legacy project” and uses it as a focus during difficult times in his presidency.
Another AI image shows Trump in a military uniform alongside WWII generals Patton and MacArthur, wearing more medals than them.
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Republican Congressman Ryan Mackenzie from Pennsylvania is facing claims that he exaggerated his work experience in real estate. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee says Mackenzie never actually worked in real estate, although he held a license briefly and has listed it as part of his career in the past.
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Ryan Mackenzie is a Republican congressman representing Pennsylvania’s 7th district.
He held a real estate license in Pennsylvania from 2006 to 2008 but did not renew it.
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) accuses him of fabricating a real estate career.
Mackenzie has been previously accused of lying about his age on his Tinder dating profile.
He won his congressional seat in 2024 by a narrow 1% margin.
Mackenzie is running for re-election against Democrat Bob Brooks.
Mackenzie’s campaign has not confirmed whether he ever sold real estate.
Mackenzie worked for the Republican Federal Committee of Pennsylvania and the U.S. Department of Labor during the time he held his license.
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Natalie Harp is an executive assistant to President Donald Trump known for her loyal and flattering support. Her close role with the president was highlighted during a campaign speech by Senator Jon Ossoff, who criticized Trump's style of leadership and mentioned Harp to suggest Trump avoids presidential duties.
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Natalie Harp works as President Trump’s executive assistant and helps manage his social media.
Harp carries a portable printer and often prints out positive news and social media about Trump.
She is described as very devoted and flattering toward the president in letters released by the Daily Beast.
Trump values loyalty and surrounds himself with people who mostly agree with him.
Jon Ossoff, a Democratic senator from Georgia, mentioned Harp in a campaign speech to criticize Trump’s behavior.
Ossoff implied that Trump prefers personal comforts and travel over doing the job of president.
The speech was seen as a strategic attack, hinting at a controversial relationship between Trump and Harp.
Harp’s exact duties and influence are unclear, but her role is seen as unusual for a government staffer.
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President Donald Trump’s financial disclosures show that his investment accounts bought and sold oil and gas company stocks during the ongoing war with Iran in 2026. The trades involved hundreds of thousands of dollars in stocks and were managed by independent financial institutions, according to the White House.
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President Trump traded oil and natural gas stocks during the U.S. war with Iran in early 2026.
His investment accounts made thousands of trades valued between $212 million and $695 million in the first quarter of 2026.
The value of his oil and gas holdings grew from $13 million–$46 million at the start of 2026 to $17 million–$61 million by mid-August.
Oil and gas stocks increased in value during events like the Iran war and U.S. operations in Venezuela.
The White House states that Trump’s trades are handled by independent managers using automated, index-based models, without his input.
Trump declined to put his assets into a blind trust, so his individual investments remain visible.
Trump’s portfolio is worth over $6 billion, so oil and gas stocks are only a small part of his overall wealth.
Some experts suggest the trading may be part of a tax strategy called tax-loss harvesting, which sells losing stocks to offset gains.
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Republican lawmakers are split on whether to quickly pass an economic stimulus plan before the upcoming election. The debate comes as new government data shows the U.S. economy is slowing down and inflation is still a concern.
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Republicans in Congress disagree on pushing an economic stimulus package before Election Day.
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise proposed a fourth budget reconciliation plan last month.
Recent federal data indicates the U.S. economy is losing momentum.
Inflation continues to affect prices and household budgets.
Some Republicans want to act quickly to help voters feel better about the economy.
Others worry about the cost and timing of new government spending.
The stimulus plan aims to boost economic growth and improve voter confidence.
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President Donald Trump supports the growth of data centers but is facing increasing doubt about them within the Republican Party. As the midterm elections approach, he is trying to maintain his support while allowing other Republican candidates to question the expansion of data centers.
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President Trump supports the data center industry.
Some Republican lawmakers are becoming skeptical about building new data centers.
This skepticism is growing as the midterm elections come closer.
Trump is trying to balance his positive stance with his party’s concerns.
He may let other Republican candidates oppose data centers publicly.
Data centers are facilities that store and manage large amounts of computer data.
The issue is important for Republicans because it could affect voter opinions in elections.
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The U.S. Department of Education deleted a social media video that used a movie clip comparing President Donald Trump to Adolf Hitler. The video, created by a staff member who did not understand the clip’s meaning, was removed after people pointed out the inappropriate comparison.
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The video featured a scene from the 2017 movie Darkest Hour, where Winston Churchill refers to Adolf Hitler as a "tiger."
The clip showed Churchill's line immediately followed by images of President Trump, implying a comparison.
Users flagged the post for its context, causing the Department of Education to delete it.
The department said the staff member who posted the video did not understand the meaning behind the clip.
The video was removed from all Department of Education social media accounts.
Social media users and commentators criticized the post after it was shared widely.
The incident shows challenges government agencies face when using trending social media formats.
This is not the first time a government social media post has drawn backlash for informal or viral content.
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President Donald Trump's approval rating is now negative on every major issue measured by a recent independent poll, a first in the poll's history. His support has fallen on key topics including border security and inflation, signaling increased opposition as the 2026 midterm elections approach.
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The August Strength in Numbers/Verasight poll found Trump has a net negative approval on all 12 issues tested.
Border security, previously Trump’s strongest topic, dropped from +1 in July to −5 in August.
Approval on handling prices and inflation fell to a record low of −48; only 24% approve, 72% disapprove.
Overall job approval is at 37% approval and 60% disapproval, a net rating of −23.
President Donald Trump shared a video where he crossed out the name "Lake Ontario" on a map and wrote "Lake America" in its place. This happened during rising tensions between the United States and Canada after trade negotiations did not succeed.
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President Donald Trump posted a video of himself editing a map.
He crossed out "Lake Ontario" and wrote "Lake America" instead.
The map shows an area between the US and Canada.
Trade talks between the US and Canada recently failed.
Relations between the two countries were tense at the time.
The video was shared publicly by President Trump.
Lake Ontario is one of the Great Lakes shared by the US and Canada.
The act was symbolic amid the ongoing trade conflict.
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A U.S. military judge has set June 5, 2028, as the trial date for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is accused of planning the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. He will be tried with three other men at the Guantánamo Bay military base, with the trial delayed due to ongoing legal issues.
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Khalid Sheikh Mohammed is accused of being the main planner behind the 9/11 attacks.
The attacks killed nearly 3,000 people by crashing planes into the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and a field in Pennsylvania.
His trial was originally proposed for January 2027 but was postponed to June 2028 by a military judge.
Mohammed will be tried with Walid bin Attash, Ali Abdul Aziz Ali, and Mustafa al-Hawsawi.
All four men are held at the U.S. naval base in Guantánamo Bay, Cuba.
The trial delay is to allow time for legal issues like evidence disputes to be resolved.
A previous plea deal fell apart; if successful, it would have meant life in prison without parole instead of a death penalty trial.
The trial timeline depends on all parties meeting deadlines, so more delays are still possible.
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Meta has agreed to pay up to $18 billion over the next ten years to settle lawsuits in the United States. The company will also limit how teenagers can use Facebook and Instagram to address claims that its platforms were designed to be addictive and harmful to children.
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Meta will pay a maximum of $18 billion within ten years as part of the settlement.
The agreement involves nearly all U.S. states.
The lawsuits accused Meta of creating social media products that intentionally addicted children.
Meta is required to set strict limits on how teenagers use Facebook and Instagram.
This settlement ends a federal trial about the safety of Meta’s platforms for young users.
The case focused on claims that Meta misled the public about the safety of its products.
The announcement was made on August 27, 2026.
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