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September 1, 2025

Mediaite

Trump Denies Health Rumors

Trump dismissed rampant online rumors about his health, declaring on Truth Social that he has “never felt better,” after a weekend of speculation fueled by his brief public absence.
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Associated Press

Earthquake Hits Afghanistan

A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan near the Pakistan border, destroying villages and killing at least 800 people while injuring more than 2,500.
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CBS News

Judge Blocks Migrant Deportation

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deporting unaccompanied Guatemalan migrant children without formal deportation orders, halting flights that were minutes from takeoff.
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Reuters

India, China: Partners, Not Rivals

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed to view each other as partners, not rivals, pledging to boost trade and maintain border stability amid rising global economic pressures.
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Times of Israel

Israel Kills Hamas Spokesman

Israel confirmed that Hamas spokesman Abu Obeida, long seen as the “face” of the terror group, was killed in a targeted airstrike in Gaza City, prompting heightened security amid fears of retaliation.
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Democrat and Chronicle

Powerball Jackpot Hits Top 5

The Powerball jackpot has surged to an estimated $1.1 billion — the fifth largest in the game’s history — after no one claimed the grand prize in the latest drawing, with the next one set for Monday, Sept. 1 at 10:59 p.m. ET.
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The Washington Post

How Trump Can Solve Tariff Issue

The Washington Post’s Editorial Board argues that with courts challenging his sweeping tariff powers, President Trump could secure firmer legal footing by seeking explicit congressional approval for his trade agenda.
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The New York Times

Videos Dispute Israel's Claim

Strikes on Nasser Hospital in Gaza killed at least 20 people. A Times visual analysis calls into question what the Israeli military was initially targeting there, and why its troops attacked a second time, killing first responders and journalists.
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New York Post

Giuliani Hurt in Car Crash

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, 81, was seriously injured in a New Hampshire car crash after stopping to help a domestic violence victim, but is now recovering in the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
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USA Today

Fighting for License 69PWNDU

A Tennessee woman is asking SCOTUS to decide whether personalized license plates, like her “69PWNDU” plate, are protected under the First Amendment, arguing that states’ inconsistent rules amount to censorship of personal expression.
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The Wall Street Journal

Family's New Diet: No UPFs

After spending a month eliminating ultra-processed foods, one family experienced surprising improvements in their health, energy, and eating habits, leading them to adopt this cleaner, whole-foods diet as a permanent lifestyle change.
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NBC News

Trump Targets Mail-In Voting

Trump is pushing to ban mail-in voting ahead of the 2026 midterms, but many Republican officials question whether he can legally do so and worry it could harm voters, including military personnel.
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NPR

Selfie Deaths Mount in India

Despite awareness campaigns and safety apps, India continues to top global charts for dangerous selfies, with many injuries and deaths resulting from people risking heights, wildlife, and crowds in pursuit of online fame.
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The Hill

He Told Us He'd Be Back

Arnold Schwarzenegger is reentering politics to defend his legacy by opposing partisan redistricting, urging voters to “terminate gerrymandering” and supporting independent commissions in California and Texas.
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The Detroit News

Trump's Gaza Plan: Resort, Tech Hub

A postwar plan circulating within the Trump administration envisions Gaza under a U.S.-led trusteeship for at least a decade, temporarily relocating residents while transforming the enclave into a luxury resort, high-tech hub, and multi-use “smart city” region.
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WGN TV

Chicago Mayor Defiant to Trump

Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order establishing the “Protecting Chicago” initiative, demanding that President Trump stand down on threats to deploy federal troops to the city and affirming the Chicago Police Department’s local control.
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