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A police report reveals Brian Hickerson and his brother were present when Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive in South Carolina. Authorities have not determined a cause of death, and the investigation continues, with the DEA now involved. The report also details Hickerson's prior domestic violence conviction and a recent court denial of his request to reduce it.
The USS Benfold, a US Navy destroyer carrying about 300 sailors, lost power for four days in the Pacific after an engineering casualty, leaving the crew without water, meals, toilets, or air conditioning. The ship was towed to Subic Bay for repairs, while the incident highlights broader concerns about Navy crew conditions. Meanwhile, the George Washington Carrier Strike Group is heading to the Middle East to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln.
A gold mine collapse in Zamboye, Central African Republic, near the Cameroon border has killed dozens, with officials reporting at least 49 deaths while local sources estimate over 100. Rescue efforts are ongoing, and an investigation has been opened into the cause.
State Rep. Angie Nixon, a democratic socialist and DSA member, defeated Alex Vindman in Florida’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary, overcoming a 16-to-1 fundraising disadvantage. She will face Republican incumbent Ashley Moody in November, who is heavily favored to keep the seat.
Iran's top security official warned neighboring countries against joining US economic pressure, threatening retaliation and oil route closures. Egypt is attempting to revive talks, while regional tensions persist.
San Diego Padres minor-league catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela has been released on bond after being detained by U.S. Border Patrol agents at El Paso International Airport. His family and the team confirmed his release, though DHS says removal proceedings continue.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs after trade talks with the US collapsed, triggering 50% US tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian goods. The dispute has deepened with Trump threatening further tariffs on vehicles and steel, while Canada prepares targeted countermeasures.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced an 'economic D-Day' against Iran, vowing to sever Tehran's economic lifelines. Iran has threatened to halt oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz and warned of an 'act of war' against supporting nations, escalating tensions.
California state Sen. Aisha Wahab has won the special election to serve the remainder of former Rep. Eric Swalwell's term in the 14th Congressional District. She defeated Melissa Hernandez in a race marked by heavy outside spending, becoming the first Afghan American to serve in Congress.
A deep partial lunar eclipse will occur on Aug. 27-28, 2026, with about 96% of the moon entering Earth's umbra. Visible across the Americas, Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia, it will not be a true blood moon but will give the lunar surface a reddish or coppery hue. Observers in the Americas are best positioned, while those in India will miss the event.
Alaska and Wyoming hold primary elections that could shape midterm races. In Alaska, a nonpartisan top-four primary and ranked-choice voting are in play, with Democrats eyeing a rare shot at the governor's office. Wyoming sees open Senate and House races as Republicans compete to succeed retiring incumbents.
State Senator Aisha Wahab defeated Melissa Hernandez in the special election to fill the remainder of former Representative Eric Swalwell's term, becoming the first Afghan American member of Congress. The race drew heavy outside spending from pro-Israel groups, which Wahab said her district 'cannot be bought' to overcome.
Ukraine fired nearly 800 drones into Russia in one of its largest attacks days after a similar salvo, while a Russian missile strike on the village of Pechenihy killed at least 10 people. The aerial duel marks an escalation in the conflict, with European leaders showing support in Kyiv on Ukraine's Independence Day.
French astronaut Sophie Adenot made history on August 18, 2026, becoming the first French woman to conduct a spacewalk at the International Space Station. She spent more than six hours outside the station alongside American astronaut Anil Menon, replacing a key antenna.
Jurors in the murder trial of Duane 'Keffe D' Davis heard a 2008 recording in which he told detectives his nephew fired the fatal shots at Tupac Shakur. Prosecutors allege Davis orchestrated the killing in retaliation, while the defense calls the narrative 'fiction.'
Hurricane Lala killed one person and left more than 117,000 without power in Hawaii, with crews working to restore electricity and reopen roads. As recovery gets underway, Tropical Storm Moke threatens additional flooding, prompting officials to warn of hazardous conditions.
Florida Republicans nominated Rep. Byron Donalds for governor on Tuesday, setting up a general election against former Republican-turned-Democrat David Jolly. In the Senate special primary, progressive state lawmaker Angie Nixon defeated better-funded Alex Vindman, while Democrats and Republicans advanced candidates in a historic slate of Black gubernatorial nominees across the nation.
The United States imposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian goods after last-minute trade talks failed, prompting Canada to announce dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs starting September 8. Prime Minister Mark Carney called the US terms 'uneconomic' and 'unfair,' while US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer blamed Canada for declining the deal and warned of further measures.
Ohio State enters the 2026 season as the preseason AP No. 1 for the first time since 2015, with a loaded roster and a demanding schedule. Yet the Buckeyes have never won a national title when starting at No. 1, a quirk noted by one outlet, while another frames the season around the Big Ten's quest for a fourth straight title.
Iran's rial dropped to a record low against the dollar as Washington readied what it called an 'economic D-Day' of new sanctions. The currency's fall underscores the toll of nearly six months of war, with inflation soaring, oil exports halted, and pressure mounting on Tehran despite its control of the Strait of Hormuz.