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Volume 1 • Issue No. 226 • Updated Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 08:05 PM UTC

Trump and Putin have history. That adds to the intrigue for Anchorage summit

President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin's upcoming meeting in Anchorage, Alaska, is highly anticipated due to their complex history and Trump's desire to broker an end to Russia's war in Ukraine.

Sources: NPR


Supreme Court allows Mississippi social media law to go into effect

The Supreme Court has allowed a Mississippi law requiring age verification for social media use to take effect, despite concerns over First Amendment violations.

Sources: NPR


Anti-Trump podcast MeidasTouch is rivaling Joe Rogan. Does it have staying power?

MeidasTouch, a left-leaning media outlet, has gained significant popularity by focusing on anti-Trump content, challenging the dominance of conservative voices in online streaming.

Sources: NPR


'The Last of Us' actor Pedro Pascal says he wouldn't want to survive an apocalypse

Pedro Pascal, star of HBO's 'The Last of Us,' shared his thoughts on surviving an apocalypse, emphasizing the emotional toll and moral dilemmas such a scenario would entail.

Sources: NPR


Takeaways from Taylor Swift's podcast appearance: her new album, romance and more

Taylor Swift revealed details about her upcoming album 'The Life of a Showgirl,' her relationship with Travis Kelce, and her thoughts on public scrutiny during a podcast appearance.

Sources: NPR


Mayors of Democratic cities respond to Trump's threats they could be next after D.C.

Mayors of major U.S. cities criticized President Trump's suggestion of federal intervention in their jurisdictions, citing decreasing crime rates and questioning the legality of such actions.

Sources: NPR


A new Spike Lee crime thriller and more to see this weekend

Spike Lee's latest film, 'Highest 2 Lowest,' starring Denzel Washington, is among the highlights of this weekend's entertainment options, offering a gripping narrative and stellar performances.

Sources: NPR


Hundreds of retired air force officers protest Israel's war in Gaza

Retired Israeli Air Force officers publicly opposed the government's decision to expand military operations in Gaza, citing moral concerns and the diminishing strategic threat from Hamas.

Sources: NPR


New details emerge about Japan's notorious WWII germ warfare program

Recent disclosures and research have shed new light on Japan's WWII-era germ warfare program, including the activities of Unit 731 and the post-war immunity granted to its leaders by the U.S.

Sources: NPR


D.C.'s homeless need housing, not jail, says legal advocate wary of Trump plan

Advocates for the homeless in Washington D.C. express concerns over President Trump's plan to address homelessness, emphasizing the need for housing solutions over punitive measures.

Sources: NPR