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Volume 1 • Issue No. 227 • Updated Friday, August 15, 2025 at 12:19 AM UTC

Trump administration's federal takeover of D.C. police force

President Trump announced plans to mobilize Washington, D.C.'s National Guard and take control of its local police force, citing crime concerns, despite data showing a 30-year low in violent crime.

Sources: AP News, NPR


California and Texas redistricting feud intensifies

A redistricting feud between California and Texas escalates as California pushes a partisan plan for new Democratic districts to counter Texas in the fight for the U.S. House.

Sources: AP News


Supreme Court allows Mississippi social media law

The Supreme Court refused to block a Mississippi law requiring age verification for social media use, despite concerns over First Amendment violations.

Sources: NPR


Taylor Swift announces new album 'The Life of a Showgirl'

Taylor Swift revealed the cover art and October release date for her next album, 'The Life of a Showgirl', during a podcast interview, sharing details about her romance, the Eras Tour, and more.

Sources: NPR


Anti-Trump podcast MeidasTouch rivals Joe Rogan

The left-leaning media outfit MeidasTouch, run by the Meiselas brothers, has surged in popularity, becoming one of the few progressive video podcasts to top YouTube's rankings.

Sources: NPR


Pedro Pascal on surviving an apocalypse

Pedro Pascal, star of HBO's 'The Last of Us', shared his thoughts on surviving an end-of-the-world scenario, emphasizing his reluctance to face such stress unless for loved ones.

Sources: NPR


Mayors decry Trump's takeover threats beyond D.C.

Mayors of Democratic cities criticized President Trump's suggestions of federal intervention, pointing to data showing crime is down in their communities and emphasizing the need for partnership over militarization.

Sources: NPR


Spike Lee's new crime thriller 'Highest 2 Lowest'

Spike Lee and Denzel Washington collaborate again in 'Highest 2 Lowest', a reimagining of Akira Kurosawa's 'High and Low', featuring a music mogul faced with a moral dilemma after a kidnapping.

Sources: NPR


Weapons tops box office with mysterious plot

The film 'Weapons' debuted at the top of the box office, captivating audiences with its story of a community recovering from an inexplicable trauma involving the disappearance of children.

Sources: NPR


Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles anniversary re-release

The original 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' movie returns to theaters for its 35th anniversary, offering fans a chance to relive the classic with added behind-the-scenes footage.

Sources: NPR