The Democratic Party has approved a new schedule for the 2028 presidential primaries, making South Carolina the first state to hold a Democratic primary. This change gives more influence to states with diverse populations like South Carolina and Nevada, moving away from the traditional early roles of Iowa and New Hampshire.
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South Carolina will hold the first Democratic presidential primary on January 22, 2028.
Nevada will hold its primary on February 1, followed by New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan, and Virginia before Super Tuesday.
The new calendar aims to highlight states with more Black and Latino voters who are important to the Democratic Party.
Iowa and New Hampshire, traditionally the first primary states, are upset by the change and argue their early contests help vet candidates thoroughly.
In 2024, New Hampshire held its primary before South Carolina despite the party’s schedule, resulting in the loss of official status.
The Democratic National Committee plans to strictly enforce the new calendar in 2028 and may punish states that do not follow it.
The schedule affects the power balance between moderate and progressive Democrats in early primary states.
Only Nevada and New Mexico among the early states strongly favor progressive candidates, while others lean moderate or independent.
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The Democratic National Committee (DNC) approved the schedule for the 2028 presidential primaries. South Carolina will hold the first primary on January 22, 2028, followed by Nevada and then New Hampshire.
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The DNC finalized the 2028 primary calendar.
South Carolina will hold the first primary contest.
The South Carolina primary is set for January 22, 2028.
Nevada’s primary will follow on February 1, 2028.
New Hampshire’s primary will be held third in the sequence.
New Hampshire has historically held the first primary but will move to third in 2028.
The order change reflects a new plan approved by the DNC.
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott has threatened to cut funding to Dallas Fort Worth and Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental airports because of special washing facilities for Muslim travelers used before prayer. He says these facilities unlawfully favor one religion and violate anti-discrimination rules.
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Governor Abbott is reviewing state grants given to DFW and George Bush airports.
He claims the washing stations for ritual Muslim cleansing (called ablution) are illegal religious discrimination.
Both airports have been providing ablution facilities since 2019 (DFW) and 2024 (Houston).
Abbott asked the federal government to investigate the airports and warned about losing future funding.
DFW proposed adding more ablution stations but canceled plans after public attention and internal review.
The washing stations are located near interfaith chapels and are described as open to all faiths.
Houston’s facility includes a prayer room open to all passengers and staff.
Funding for the DFW project came from airport revenue, not taxpayer money.
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Heavy rain caused historic flooding along the White River in Indianapolis, leading to several dozen people and pets being rescued. Officials urged evacuations, reported one death, and sought federal help to manage the emergency and damage.
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Floodwaters rose along the White River in Indianapolis, prompting rescues of about 70 people and their pets.
The flooding affected areas from Hamilton County into northern Indianapolis suburbs.
A 58-year-old woman died after trying to drive through floodwaters in Delaware County.
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett declared a local emergency due to the flooding.
Officials called the event a “once-in-a-lifetime” flood with record rainfall.
Indiana Governor Mike Braun requested a federal emergency declaration to get additional help.
The National Guard is assisting with rescue efforts in the flooded areas.
Flood warnings remain in effect, and more rain is expected in central Indiana.
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Jennie Murray, leader of The Forum, urges U.S. lawmakers to create immigration rules that are strong, fair, and kind. She says these changes are needed to fix the current immigration system, which is not working well.
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Jennie Murray is the president and CEO of The Forum.
She wants immigration reforms in the United States.
The reforms should be firm, meaning strict and clear.
They should also be fair, treating people justly.
Compassionate reforms are needed, showing kindness and understanding.
The goal is to stabilize the nation's immigration system.
The current immigration system is described as broken.
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A man disrupted a Shabbat service at Manhattan’s Central Synagogue and attacked people as he was being escorted out. He has been charged with hate crimes and other offenses, and no one was seriously hurt.
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The incident occurred on a Friday night during Shabbat services in Manhattan’s Central Synagogue.
The man struck two people, damaged synagogue property, spat at, and head-butted a security team member.
Police arrested Larry Montes, 46, from the Bronx.
Montes faces two assault charges and one criminal mischief charge, all as hate crimes.
A police sergeant working security at the synagogue arrested the man quickly.
The mayor, governor, attorney general, and other officials condemned the attack.
Additional police security was added following the incident, and services continued the next day.
Rabbi Rebecca Thau spoke to the congregation about balancing faith with the reality of violence.
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The USS George Washington is leaving Vietnam to likely replace the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East, where the Lincoln has been deployed for a record time. Concerns have arisen about difficult conditions aboard the Lincoln, including supply shortages and mental health issues among sailors.
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The USS George Washington aircraft carrier is departing from Da Nang, Vietnam, headed for the Middle East.
It is expected to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed for over 266 days, a Navy record.
The USS Abraham Lincoln supports US and Israeli efforts in the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Reports have surfaced about sailors on the Lincoln trying to jump overboard due to stress and deteriorating conditions.
Issues on the Lincoln include shortages in food and hygiene supplies, plumbing problems, and mental health strains.
President Donald Trump and Navy officials have acknowledged the ship will be rotated but have downplayed reports of poor conditions.
The Pentagon has not confirmed the replacement but typically does not comment on movements of key military vessels for security reasons.
The departure of the USS George Washington from the Pacific has raised concerns about US military presence and deterrence against China in that region.
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A federal judge ruled against the Tohono O’odham Nation’s request to stop construction of the border wall on 62 miles of their reservation in Arizona. The judge said the government’s goal to secure the border outweighs the tribe’s concerns about damage to cultural sites and community disruption at this early stage.
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A judge rejected the Tohono O’odham Nation’s bid to halt border wall building along their Arizona reservation.
The tribe said the wall would harm sacred sites and split communities that live on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border.
The reservation is 2.8 million acres, with 62 miles along the border, and about 37,000 tribal members total.
The tribe’s broader territory includes parts of Mexico, where some members live and join cultural ceremonies.
The judge cited a 1907 Roosevelt Reservation, a 60-foot-wide federal strip that exists along much of the border, which predates the tribe’s current reservation boundaries.
The tribe argued it had original ownership (aboriginal title) before the Roosevelt Reservation was created.
The judge said the government’s interests in border security and immigration enforcement are stronger reasons to continue construction now.
The government promised to keep consulting with the tribe about their concerns as the project goes forward.
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President Donald Trump is moving the last U.S. aircraft carrier out of the Pacific Ocean to focus on military operations against Iran in the Middle East. This leaves the western Pacific without a major U.S. naval presence for now, raising concerns among U.S. allies and allowing China to increase its influence in the region.
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The USS George Washington is leaving the Pacific to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East.
The USS Abraham Lincoln’s deployment was extended to support ongoing operations against Iran.
The absence of a U.S. aircraft carrier in the Pacific is temporary but highlights the strain on U.S. naval forces.
China views the reduced U.S. presence as an opportunity to boost its military influence near Taiwan and other areas.
China recently conducted military drills near disputed territories in the South China Sea and near Japan.
U.S. allies in the Pacific are worried about America’s decreased focus on the region.
Admiral Frank Bradley is working to reassure allies by increasing joint military exercises in the Pacific.
Experts say aircraft carriers provide important psychological support to U.S. partners, and their absence raises concerns about U.S. focus.
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A new poll shows former Vice President Kamala Harris leads among young Democrats aged 18 to 34 for a potential 2028 presidential run, ahead of Michelle Obama and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Young Americans generally disapprove of President Donald Trump’s job performance and express worries about living costs.
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Kamala Harris received 28.7% support from young Democrats in a 2028 presidential poll.
Michelle Obama got 14.9%, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) got 11.7% among the same group.
None of the three women have announced plans to run in 2028.
Among young independents, Obama led with 11.4%, followed by AOC with 9.2%.
Young Republicans favored JD Vance with 31.5%, followed by Donald Trump Jr. and Marco Rubio.
66% of young Americans disapprove of President Trump’s job performance.
96% of respondents are concerned about costs of rent, groceries, gas, or utilities.
The poll surveyed 1,075 adults aged 18 to 34 from July 29 to August 4, with a margin of error of ±3.01 percentage points.
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Recent studies show that trust among Americans is dropping sharply, and people are feeling more dislike toward each other. Experts say this is happening because of money issues and political reasons.
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Trust between Americans has fallen significantly over recent years.
There is a growing feeling of dislike or contempt among different groups in the U.S.
Economic factors, like money and jobs, are contributing to this decline in trust.
Political incentives, such as party loyalty and campaigns, are worsening divisions.
Younger generations show less trust compared to older ones.
These trends could affect social relationships and how communities work together.
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President Donald Trump has directed the Navy to replace the electromagnetic launch system on the new aircraft carrier USS Doris Miller with traditional steam catapults. Defense experts warn that these changes could increase costs, delay the ship’s construction, and undo years of design work.
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Trump signed a memorandum ordering the replacement of the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) with steam catapults on the USS Doris Miller.
The Ford-class carriers are the newest U.S. Navy aircraft carriers, replacing the older Nimitz-class ships.
Officials say moving the carrier's command tower forward, as Trump favors, would be a major redesign causing delays and extra costs.
EMALS allows faster aircraft launches, needs fewer crew members, and takes up less space compared to steam catapults.
The Navy had already studied moving the command tower and found it would cost billions and delay projects.
General Atomics, the company making EMALS, said changing systems now could cause significant cost and schedule problems because production is halfway done.
China and France are also adopting electromagnetic catapult technology for their latest carriers.
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Tooth decay is a common health problem for American children, with rates varying a lot by state. Texas has the highest rate of childhood cavities, while New Hampshire and Massachusetts have the lowest.
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About half of children aged 6 to 9 have had a cavity in a baby or adult tooth, according to the CDC.
Children from low-income families are more than twice as likely to have untreated tooth decay than those from wealthier families.
Texas has the highest rate of recurring tooth decay in children at 18.6%.
New Hampshire and Massachusetts have the lowest rates at about 8%.
Other states with high cavity rates include Missouri, Utah, Indiana, and South Dakota.
Untreated cavities can cause pain, eating and sleeping problems, missed school, and sometimes emergency care.
Factors that influence tooth decay include diet, sugar intake, fluoride in water, access to dentists, and daily brushing habits.
Parents can help reduce cavities by encouraging brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, limiting sugary snacks and drinks, and visiting the dentist regularly.
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Janet Fash is the first woman to become New York City’s chief lifeguard. She shared her experiences and stories in a memoir called "Lifeguard: A Love Story."
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Janet Fash made history by becoming NYC’s first female chief lifeguard.
She worked in lifeguard leadership in New York City.
Fash wrote a memoir about her life and work called "Lifeguard: A Love Story."
She appeared on the show "CBS Saturday Morning" to talk about her story.
The story highlights her career and personal experiences as a lifeguard in NYC.
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President Donald Trump has ordered the USS George Washington aircraft carrier to leave the western Pacific and replace the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East. The USS Abraham Lincoln’s deployment was extended to support operations related to Iran, but there are concerns about crew mental health and supply problems.
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The USS George Washington is leaving the western Pacific region.
It will replace the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East.
The USS Abraham Lincoln’s deployment was extended beyond its planned May return date.
This change is related to U.S. actions against Iran.
The USS Abraham Lincoln has faced challenges with crew mental health.
There have been supply issues on the USS Abraham Lincoln.
China has been showing more signs of aggression in the western Pacific.
The U.S. now has no aircraft carrier in the western Pacific while this change takes place.
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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued its highest-risk warning for a recall of nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs due to a salmonella outbreak that has made about 98 people sick in 17 states. The eggs came from Texas and were sold across several southern and southwestern states.
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The recall involves nearly 1.6 million dozen white and brown cage-free eggs.
The FDA classified the recall as Class I, meaning the eggs could cause serious health problems or death.
At least 98 people became ill from the outbreak between November 2025 and June 2026, with 26 hospitalized; no deaths reported.
The eggs were produced by Midwest Poultry Services in Texas and sold in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.
The eggs were available at Kroger and Brookshire Grocery stores and other smaller retailers.
Midwest Poultry Services stopped distributing fresh eggs from its Texas farms by July 22, 2026.
The recall alert advises consumers not to eat the eggs and to return them for a refund.
The recall occurs amid other food safety challenges, including a large outbreak linked to lettuce and another salmonella recall involving jalapeños.
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The U.S. government agency ICE plans to buy gloves that can send electric shocks. Some Democratic members of Congress are upset about this decision because they worry about the use of such equipment during immigration enforcement.
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ICE stands for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
ICE announced it wants to buy gloves that can give electric shocks.
These gloves are intended to be used by immigration agents during deportations.
The cost of the gloves could be up to $20,000.
Several Democratic lawmakers have expressed concern about this purchase.
The concerns focus on the potential pain and rights of people being deported.
The announcement came during President Donald Trump’s current administration.
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President Donald Trump posted messages on Truth Social criticizing Democratic politicians, including Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed. He also highlighted recent vandalism at the World War II Memorial.
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President Trump made several posts on his social media platform, Truth Social.
His posts targeted Democratic politicians, focusing on Abdul El-Sayed from Michigan.
El-Sayed is a progressive candidate for the U.S. Senate.
Members of the Trump administration had previously called El-Sayed “crazy.”
President Trump brought attention to vandalism at the World War II Memorial reported on Friday evening.
The posts combined political criticism with concerns about the memorial vandalism.
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Larry Montes, a 46-year-old man from the Bronx, was charged with hate crimes after attacking people during a Friday evening service at Central Synagogue in Manhattan. He disrupted the service, assaulted a congregant and security staff, and was detained by police without major injuries to others.
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The attack happened at about 6:10 p.m. during Shabbat services at Central Synagogue in Manhattan.
Larry Montes allegedly hit a congregant, damaged property, and headbutted a security guard.
A nearby NYPD officer quickly detained Montes, and additional police were sent to the area.
A 63-year-old woman suffered minor injuries in the incident.
Montes faces more than a dozen charges, including four counts of assault as a hate crime and disruption of a religious service.
Central Synagogue thanked its security team and police for their response and affirmed it will continue regular services.
Witnesses described panic and fear during the attack, but no gun was involved.
New York officials, including the police commissioner and governor, condemned the attack and emphasized the right to worship safely.
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Chad Hickman, 39, is suspected of killing five people in a mass shooting in Missaukee County, Michigan. He was later found dead, and authorities have not revealed the cause of his death or a motive. Hickman had a criminal history involving child abuse and domestic violence allegations.
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The shooting occurred on Friday in rural Michigan’s Missaukee County at multiple locations.
Five people were killed, one person is critically injured, and the suspect, Chad Hickman, was found dead.
Hickman had pleaded guilty in 2024 to misdemeanor child abuse and contributing to a minor’s delinquency from a 2010 case.
He was involved in a contentious divorce with accusations of domestic violence, control, and coercion.
Police started their search after finding three victims at a home, and later discovered more victims at a second location.
Hickman was considered armed and dangerous during the search, which involved special police teams and dogs.
Authorities have not stated any connection between Hickman and the victims or if his past legal issues influenced the shooting.
The investigation is ongoing, with no public details yet on Hickman’s cause of death or the shooter's motives.
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