Edition 6 · Sunday, August 23, 2026
Here's what happened.
Tropical Storm Moke is expected to bring more flooding to Hawaii as the state recovers from Tropical Storm Lala. NOAA says more than a foot of rain could fall across the Big Island.
Kyle William Spitze was sentenced to 77 years for involvement in an online extremist movement that officials said coerced young people into self-harm. Two of his victims died by suicide.
The family of Jonah Neal and their attorney were shown video from the day Neal was shot by a federal agent during a mental health crisis. The attorney says the shooting was “unjustified.”
Thousands of residents in the Gary area have endured a power outage approaching its second week. Gov. Mike Braun urged the local utility to “match the urgency” of residents’ situation.
Four people remained missing after a Friday attack on a shopping mall in Ukraine. The strike killed 16 people and injured 130, including children, according to the supplied report.
Iran’s new hard-line national security adviser, Mohsen Rezaei, warned Gulf states against joining the United States’ economic pressure campaign. He vowed to prevent “a single drop of oil” from leaving the region.
Representatives from the Democratic Republic of Congo and M23 rebels met in Switzerland and agreed on a roadmap for future peace talks. The discussions aim to establish next steps for resolving the conflict.
Poor harvests and attacks on trade routes are threatening to push food prices higher. The pressures span war, extreme weather and trade disputes affecting major agricultural regions.
Companies including Google and Microsoft have used their money, influence, and reach to shape nearly every part of the education supply chain. The report examines Big Tech’s role in American schools.
Wildfires are permanently replacing towering woodlands in parts of the American West with tracts of spiky shrubs. Researchers say conditions are no longer normal, signaling a lasting shift in western ecosystems.
Teachers warn that increasingly intense heatwaves could make classrooms difficult to operate during the hottest months. The trend may force schools to reconsider how their calendars are structured.
A tit-for-tat trade fight between the United States and Canada could create new headaches for consumers and businesses already facing high prices. The dispute follows a breakdown in talks between the two allies.
Amazon has raised prices on Echo, Kindle, Fire TV, and Eero products by as much as 60 percent. The company cited significant increases in memory and storage component costs; the Echo Dot rose from $49.99 to $79.99.
Opposition to data centers is mounting, with many Democrats and a growing number of Republicans campaigning against them. The issue is becoming part of the midterm election debate across both parties.
The nation's uninsured rate reached a historical low while Xavier Becerra served as health secretary. As he campaigns for California governor, NPR reports that actions by President Trump have driven people off health insurance, creating a challenge for Becerra.
Serena Williams will team up with Carlos Alcaraz in the mixed doubles at the US Open in Flushing Meadows. The pairing brings together the retired champion and the current star for a high-profile tournament appearance.
Zolani Tete, a former WBO bantamweight and IBF super-flyweight world champion, was shot dead outside his home in South Africa. Tete had won world titles in two weight divisions.
An alleged GTA 6 leaker released two additional gameplay videos despite subpoenas from Rockstar owner Take-Two. The subpoenas seek identifying information from Microsoft and Discord.
Jason Arday became a sociology of education professor at Cambridge in 2023 at age 37, making him the youngest Black person appointed to a professorship in the university’s history. His story also drew attention because he said autism left him unable to speak until age 11.
Residents frustrated by the government’s slow effort to improve Nashville’s public transit infrastructure have taken bus-stop seating into their own hands. The story highlights a local response to gaps in public transportation amenities.
A trailer for “Star Wars: Starfighter” shown at D23 offers a clearer idea of what comes next for the franchise. The development is framed as marking the end of a 49-year era for Star Wars.
Jeff Conolly, known as Monoman, has died at 69. He led Lyres, a Boston group that became an institution, and was known for keeping a punkish musical tradition alive.
“The Great American Road Trip” features Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and his family on a sponsored, wholesome tour. The New York Times describes the program as dull and heavily supported by sponsors.