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Volume 1 • Issue No. 220 • Updated Friday, August 8, 2025 at 08:07 AM UTC

Israel announces plan to retake Gaza City in another escalation of the war

Israel's Security Cabinet approved a proposal for the military to expand the war in Gaza and take control of Gaza City, one of the last areas not yet under full military occupation, amidst ongoing conflict and international calls for peace.

Sources: AP News, NPR


Trump orders colleges to share admissions data, with an eye on affirmative action

President Trump signed a memorandum requiring colleges to submit expanded admissions data to the U.S. Department of Education, aiming to reveal if schools are still considering race in admissions post the Supreme Court's affirmative action ban.

Sources: NPR


After nearly 24 years, NYC officials identify 3 more 9/11 victims

NYC's medical examiner's office confirmed the identification of three additional victims from the September 11, 2001, terror attacks using advanced DNA-analysis techniques, bringing closure to more families.

Sources: NPR


Trump taps White House economist Stephen Miran to fill Fed vacancy on temporary basis

President Trump plans to nominate White House economist Stephen Miran to fill a temporary vacancy on the Federal Reserve's board of governors, marking his first opportunity to influence the Fed's composition since returning to office.

Sources: NPR


Federal judge halts construction at Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz'

A federal judge temporarily stopped construction at an immigration center in Florida's Everglades, citing environmental concerns, while allowing immigration detentions to continue.

Sources: NPR


Dean Cain from 'Superman' TV series to become an 'honorary' ICE officer

Actor Dean Cain announced his intention to join U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement as an honorary officer, aligning with the Trump administration's immigration policies.

Sources: NPR


Haiti inaugurates new leadership as gangs threaten to overthrow the government

Haiti appointed a new transitional presidential council head amidst gang threats to overthrow the government, highlighting the country's ongoing crisis and challenges in restoring order.

Sources: NPR


NYC shooter had two 'mental health holds' in Las Vegas. They didn't affect his legal right to own guns

Records show the NYC shooter had emergency psychiatric evaluations in Las Vegas but was still legally allowed to purchase firearms, raising questions about mental health and gun laws.

Sources: NPR


On Martha's Vineyard, Black filmmakers are in the spotlight

The Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival showcases ambitious projects by Black artists, offering a supportive space for diverse voices in filmmaking.

Sources: NPR


U.S. Air Force to deny early retirement benefits to some transgender service members

The U.S. Air Force announced it would deny early retirement benefits to transgender service members with 15 to 18 years of service, continuing the separation process under current administration policies.

Sources: NPR