THE PRIVY POST

The text-only internet newspaper.

Volume 1 • Issue No. 227 • Updated Friday, August 15, 2025 at 12:08 PM UTC

Trump and Putin meet in Alaska for high-stakes summit on Russia-Ukraine war

President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to meet in Anchorage, Alaska, for a crucial summit aimed at addressing the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, with Trump expressing confidence in reaching a deal.

Sources: AP News


Judge strikes down Trump administration guidance against diversity programs at schools

A federal judge has overturned Trump administration actions aimed at eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in schools, citing violations of procedural requirements.

Sources: NPR


Blackwater founder to deploy personnel to Haiti amid gang violence

Erik Prince's security firm, Vectus Global, plans to deploy nearly 200 personnel to Haiti to combat gang violence, under a one-year deal with the Haitian government.

Sources: NPR


Trump administration claims D.C. police chief powers, capital leaders push back

The Trump administration has named the DEA head as Washington's 'emergency police commissioner,' a move criticized by D.C. leaders as an overreach of federal authority.

Sources: NPR


Venus Williams to be oldest player in U.S. Open in decades

At 45, Venus Williams is set to become the oldest singles player at the U.S. Open in over 40 years, marking her 25th appearance in the tournament.

Sources: NPR


Trump's purge of Washington's homeless encampments escalates

The Trump administration is intensifying efforts to clear homeless encampments in Washington, D.C., citing concerns over public safety and city aesthetics.

Sources: NPR


Mpox remains a global threat despite declining attention

A year after being declared a global health emergency, mpox continues to spread in Africa, with critics highlighting shortcomings in the international response.

Sources: NPR


D.C. clergy criticize federal takeover of police force

Religious leaders in Washington, D.C., have condemned President Trump's federal takeover of the city's police force, arguing it fosters fear and undermines public safety.

Sources: NPR


Flash floods kill over 170 in India and Pakistan

Torrential rains have triggered devastating flash floods in India and Pakistan, resulting in at least 176 fatalities and widespread destruction.

Sources: AP News


Greece, Spain, and Portugal battle wildfires with EU assistance

Wildfires fueled by extreme heat are raging across Greece, Spain, and Portugal, prompting the EU to step up cross-border firefighting efforts.

Sources: AP News