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Early voting has concluded in South Carolina's Republican Senate runoff between Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman, with officials citing voter fatigue and low turnout. The race, which tests the influence of President Trump's endorsement, heads to the polls on Tuesday.
Portugal's president has enacted a law prohibiting face coverings in public, a measure widely seen as targeting Muslim women. The law, dubbed the 'burqa law' by local media, was passed with the support of the right-wing coalition and far-right parties, drawing criticism from left-wing parties who warn of Islamophobia risks.
Lesley Vogel, Hayden Panettiere's estranged mother, has publicly disputed the account given by Brian Hickerson, the actress's on-again, off-again boyfriend, regarding the day Panettiere died. Vogel alleges inconsistencies in the timeline and claims Hickerson had to leave to obtain Narcan, raising questions about the circumstances. Authorities have not accused anyone of wrongdoing, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Chris Hansen has declined A24's offer to screen the upcoming film 'Primetime,' citing a restrictive agreement that could affect his rights. He also expressed curiosity about the motives behind the biopic starring Robert Pattinson as Hansen.
Mariska Hargitay reflects on nearly leaving 'Law & Order: SVU' after 25 seasons, the blunt advice from Julianna Margulies, and her current projects including hosting the Emmys and her Broadway debut.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and his wife, Fox News host Rachel Campos-Duffy, premiere a six-episode YouTube series, 'The Great American Road Trip,' celebrating America's 250th anniversary. The show mixes family visits to national landmarks with reality-TV nods, but draws criticism over sponsorships from companies Duffy regulates and questions about its official purpose.
Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown in Nashville acknowledged a medication error that affected four patients during joint replacement procedures, leaving at least one woman paralyzed from the chest down. The hospital self-reported the incident and implemented corrective measures, while investigations are underway.
A helicopter crash in northern Kenya killed all seven people on board, including five Americans, according to authorities. Among the dead were Telemundo executive José Alberto Suárez and Ecuador's intelligence director Michele Sensi-Contugi and his wife. The cause is under investigation.
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham faced boos from fans during a game against the Toronto Tempo after her comments opposing transgender women in women's sports. Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom has declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft in response, while other players and the league address the growing controversy surrounding eligibility rules and fan protests.
Vice President JD Vance made his first trip back to Middletown, Ohio, since taking office, speaking at a steel plant where his grandfather once worked and touting a major investment. The visit, framed around the Trump administration's economic agenda, comes as polls show shifting voter confidence on the economy ahead of November's midterm elections.
Israeli airstrikes killed at least 10 people in Gaza on Wednesday, two days after U.S. negotiators reportedly asked Israel to draw down attacks. The strikes, along with an Israeli raid across the ceasefire line, have cast doubt on efforts to advance the tenuous ceasefire.
Washington, D.C., hosts its first IndyCar race this weekend as the Freedom 250 Grand Prix takes over the National Mall and Pennsylvania Avenue. President Trump and first lady Melania Trump are scheduled to attend, with Trump set to lead the prerace kickoff in the presidential limousine. The event marks the finale of a summer of celebrations for the nation's 250th anniversary.
Sen. Jon Ossoff's joke about President Trump's aide Natalie Harp has sparked a fierce backlash, with White House allies defending Harp and attacking the senator. Harp's estranged brother described her loyalty as 'unhealthy obsession' after learning she reportedly jumped into an SUV trunk to accompany Trump.
Ahead of South Carolina's GOP Senate runoff, Sen. Darline Graham faces criticism after admitting she is "not that informed on national security" during a debate, while President Trump and Sen. Tim Scott rally to her defense.
Trade negotiations between the US and Canada collapsed at the last minute, triggering 50% US tariffs on about $20 billion of Canadian goods. Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney announced retaliatory tariffs, matching the US measures 'dollar for dollar', set to take effect on September 8.
U.S. President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods took effect Saturday after negotiations collapsed, prompting Canada to promise 'dollar for dollar' retaliation. The escalating trade war casts a shadow over a major investment summit in Toronto next month, where leaders will pitch Canada to global investors amid uncertainty.
Jared Moskowitz defeated DSA-backed Oliver Larkin in Florida's 25th district primary, while Angie Nixon's upset in the Senate primary marked a DSA statewide first. Elsewhere, Trump's endorsement record was mixed, and Alaska's Senate race remains tight.
US President Donald Trump said no talks with Iran are taking place or scheduled, while Iran insists the Strait of Hormuz stays closed until US conditions are met. Meanwhile, Iranian officials signal openness to regional diplomacy and economic hardship at home.
A police report confirms that Hayden Panettiere's boyfriend Brian Hickerson and his brother Zach were at the South Carolina Airbnb where the actress was found unresponsive on August 16. Her death remains under investigation with no signs of foul play reported, while family members have raised questions about the circumstances.
Sen. Jon Ossoff escalated his feud with President Trump, calling him a 'draft-dodging, crook president' and accusing him of mishandling the war in Iran. The White House hit back with personal insults, while experts suggest the attacks are a distraction from policy criticism.