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Shakira Austin scored a career-high 31 points and Georgia Amoore hit two free throws with 4.2 seconds left as the Washington Mystics rallied from a 14-point deficit to beat the Portland Fire 105-100. Carla Leite led Portland with 27 points and 11 assists, while Megan DiLeo set a franchise record for field goals in a season.
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announced that the Chicago Cubs will face the Toronto Blue Jays in the 2027 Little League Classic on Aug. 19, 2027, in Williamsport, Pa. The game marks the 10th edition of the event, and players like Ian Happ and Michael Conforto reflect on the significance of the occasion.
Authorities say a 36-year-old man suspected of killing five people near Forest Grove, Oregon, was found dead in a vehicle in Washington state, an apparent suicide. The victims have been identified, and officials do not believe the killings were random.
Xavier Edwards delivered a bases-loaded two-run single in the fifth inning as the Miami Marlins defeated the Washington Nationals 6-2 on Sunday, completing a three-game series sweep. Otto López and Joe Mack contributed key hits and RBI while the Marlins improved to 41-25 at home. The club also honored longtime broadcaster Tommy Hutton before the game.
Kyle Kirkwood claimed his second IndyCar victory of the season, dominating the inaugural Freedom 250 in Washington, D.C., finishing 3.09 seconds ahead of Christian Lundgaard. The race, part of the country's 250th birthday celebration, featured President Donald Trump giving the green flag and D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser as grand marshal.
Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds saw their strongest week of inflows in 2026, drawing $2.6 billion as crypto prices rallied on a wave of macro and regulatory catalysts. Bitcoin climbed above its 200-day moving average for the first time since November 2025, while policymakers advanced several pro-crypto measures.
Luis Manuel Aviles, a Nicaraguan immigrant and father of a Navy sailor on a record-setting deployment, was arrested by Border Patrol in Florida and remains in ICE custody. Family members describe him as a hardworking resident with a work permit, while DHS says he entered illegally and that military ties do not exempt anyone from immigration law.
Kyle Kirkwood won the inaugural Freedom 250 IndyCar race in Washington, D.C., leading 128 of 147 laps in a dominant performance. The race, part of the nation's 250th birthday celebrations, saw Kirkwood finish 3.09 seconds ahead of Christian Lundgaard, while Alex Palou's title hopes took a hit with a 20th-place finish.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei warned that Tehran could halt all oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf if the US continues its economic war. The threat comes amid heightened tensions over US plans for tougher sanctions, with Iranian officials responding defiantly.
Syria confirmed US-mediated talks with Israel in Jordan on Sunday, marking the first high-level contact in months. The meeting aimed to ease tensions after Israeli strikes and address mechanisms to prevent further conflict. Sources said Foreign Minister Assad al-Shaibani met with Mossad chief Roman Gofman, though the meeting was not officially confirmed.
CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz stated on Face the Nation that the MMR vaccine is not lethal, responding to questions about President Trump's recent comments. Trump had suggested during an August executive order signing that the combined shot could be lethal if not separated. Separate shots are not currently available in the U.S., and measles cases have climbed amid the debate.
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump led a lap and waved the green flag to start the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, an IndyCar race through Washington, D.C., streets on August 25. The race, celebrating America's 250th anniversary, was made possible by a Trump executive order fast-tracking permits. Roger Penske, a longtime Trump friend, said the event was 'terrific' and premier.
US envoy Tom Barrack clarified that Washington's position on the Golan Heights remains unchanged after earlier remarks suggested Israel 'still' occupies the territory. The clarification came amid broader tensions over Israeli strikes in Syria and negotiations with Hezbollah.
The Seattle Seahawks face the Tennessee Titans in a Week 2 preseason game on Aug. 23 at 8 p.m. ET, airing on FOX. Streaming options include Sling day passes starting at $4.99, plus free trials via Fubo and DIRECTV, with several outlets providing viewing guides and team context.
Pakistan is positioning itself as a key Middle East diplomatic player, with Army Chief Asim Munir’s visit to Tehran and a trilateral defense pact with Saudi Arabia and Türkiye. The moves signal Islamabad’s ambition to mediate US-Iran tensions and expand its strategic partnerships.
Israel issued a warning to Hamas to cease aerial launches from Gaza or face intensified strikes and evacuations, following a series of incidents involving kites and balloons. Concurrently, Israeli airstrikes in central Gaza killed at least two people, including a four-year-old child, prompting accusations from Hamas that Israel is using the kites as a pretext for escalation.
President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit Ireland on September 12-13 for the Irish Open at his Doonbeg golf course, according to a White House official. The trip highlights the overlap between official travel and his family's business interests, while Irish authorities prepare for a massive security operation.
A Washington couple's wedding day took an unexpected turn when an uninvited guest stole Bluetooth speakers and alcohol from their venue. With help from off-duty deputies in the wedding party, the groom recovered everything before the ceremony, keeping the bride unaware until later.
Rep. Seth Moulton, a Democrat challenging incumbent Sen. Ed Markey in the Massachusetts Senate primary, argues the world has moved on while Markey runs the same campaign as six years ago. Moulton critiques Markey's views on AI regulation and his use of campaign funds, while defending his own record on Afghanistan.
US President Donald Trump has lashed out at Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney after trade negotiations collapsed, imposing 50% tariffs on Canadian goods and prompting a 'dollar-for-dollar' retaliation threat. The dispute has sparked domestic backlash, with officials warning of economic pain and political consequences ahead of the midterms.