A Massachusetts jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict on whether Lindsay Clancy was criminally responsible for killing her three children, resulting in a mistrial after nearly 40 hours of deliberations. The New York Times reported that prosecutors may retry her, while she is likely to remain in psychiatric care. The Washington Post highlighted a dispute over whether a juror was applying the judge’s reasonable-doubt instructions and an unsuccessful defense appeal to delay the mistrial.
Trump is positioning up to $500 million from MAGA Inc. for Republican midterm candidates, while the Justice Department faces questions over both a disputed Canada cooperation pause and a judge’s order to disclose a fund’s architects.
Trump pledges up to $500 million from MAGA Inc. for midtermsPresident Donald Trump said he plans to direct $400 million to $500 million from MAGA Inc. toward Republican candidates in the November midterm elections. CNBC reported that the super PAC had $403.45 million in cash on hand as of July 31 and had spent about $21 million since the start of 2025. Although Trump called the funds “my money,” MAGA Inc. is a separate hybrid PAC that can finance independent expenditures but cannot contribute directly to candidates.2 sources
US-Canada tensions tested by disputed pause in antitrust cooperationReuters, citing the Wall Street Journal, reported that US Justice Department officials were instructed to pause cooperation with Canadian authorities on cases and policy issues amid a broader trade dispute. The Justice Department denied that such a directive was issued, saying officials were only asked to postpone a meeting on a specific investigation while preparing. The conflicting accounts highlight strains in cooperation that could affect joint law enforcement and cross-border operations.1 source
Judge orders DOJ to identify creators of defunct $1.8 billion fundA federal magistrate judge ordered the Justice Department to disclose who conceived the structure of a now-defunct $1.8 billion fund for people who claimed they were unfairly prosecuted. The ruling came in a lawsuit challenging the fund as an unconstitutional use of taxpayer money, while several related cases remain pending. DOJ is appealing the disclosure order and seeking dismissal, and the identities may remain confidential unless the case reaches trial.1 source
Washington is putting diplomacy back on display, with Trump envoys heading to Moscow and Kyiv amid stalled Ukraine talks, while a state dinner for Xi signals an effort to manage US-China ties. Argentina is reopening its Falklands dispute with Britain.
Argentina’s Milei revives Falklands dispute over sovereignty and offshore oilUpdateArgentine President Javier Milei renewed his sovereignty claim over the Falkland Islands, threatened tougher sanctions against companies involved in the Sea Lion oil project and pledged funding for a naval base in Tierra del Fuego. The AP emphasizes how Milei is using President Donald Trump’s comments about reviewing the US position to rally support amid domestic political pressure. The BBC reports that the UK says its support for the islands is unwavering, while the oil companies say the project’s timetable remains unchanged.3 sources
Trump envoys to visit Moscow and Kyiv in renewed peace pushSteve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will meet Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Saturday and Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv on Sunday to discuss ending the war. The trip is their first to Kyiv since Trump returned to office and follows months of stalled US-mediated negotiations. Ukrainian officials remain skeptical of Putin’s intentions amid intensified Russian strikes and reported preparations for a possible offensive.2 sources
Two people rescued alive from Nepal tunnel after nine daysUpdateTwo people were rescued alive from a tunnel in Nepal more than a week after flash floods struck the Nepal-Tibet border. The BBC said the rescue renewed hope for families, while Nepal’s army continues searching for other survivors amid mud and rocks; more than 1,300 people have died.3 sources
Trump says US will host state dinner for China’s XiPresident Donald Trump said the US will hold a formal state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping when Xi visits Washington later this month. Trump made the announcement while speaking to reporters in the Oval Office on Friday.4 sources
Trade pressure is colliding with reality: stronger hiring has pushed markets toward higher Fed-rate expectations even as the president demands cheaper money. Meanwhile, record diesel costs are squeezing supply chains, while Anthropic’s $2tn IPO keeps AI valuations in focus.
Trump links trade with major partners to demand for lower Fed ratesPresident Donald Trump threatened to halt trade with countries that run surpluses with the US unless the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, reiterating his demand that the country secure the world’s lowest borrowing costs. CNBC noted that the US has deficits with dozens of countries, including major trading partners, while economists say such deficits are not inherently harmful. Bloomberg reported that stronger-than-expected hiring instead pushed markets to raise bets on a Fed rate hike, with stocks slipping and Treasury yields rising.3 sources
Record US diesel prices raise costs across supply chainsUS diesel prices reached a record average of $5.85 per gallon, according to the coverage, as conflict-related disruptions lifted fuel costs. The increase is raising expenses for trucking, farming, freight and delivery networks, with potential knock-on effects for groceries and other goods. Some companies have already added fuel-related surcharges, while further price increases could emerge if diesel remains expensive.2 sources
Anthropic nears Morgan Stanley and Goldman roles for potential $2tn IPOAnthropic is close to awarding Morgan Stanley the lead-left role and Goldman Sachs the stabilisation-agent position for a potential IPO, according to the Financial Times. The AI company could file its prospectus as soon as next week, though timing and bank appointments remain subject to change. The offering, potentially valuing Anthropic at $2tn or more, would further open public markets to major venture-backed AI companies.1 source
Tesla’s Cybercab launch offered investors few new details and regulators a fresh safety question, a reminder that removing the steering wheel is easier to announce than certify. Against that noise, Audacity’s substantial editing overhaul is the quieter, more useful update.
Tesla's Cybercab launch faces investor disappointment and federal scrutinyTesla shares fell 6% after its invite-only Cybercab event in Austin offered limited new details and failed to impress investors, CNBC reported. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened an audit query into whether the steering-wheel-free vehicle complies with federal safety standards. WIRED emphasized that Tesla says it does not need an exemption, unlike Zoox, while regulators assess the company’s certification process.5 sources
Coroner confirms Pennsylvania infant died of measles amid CDC disputeA Lancaster County coroner confirmed that a 6-week-old girl died of measles on August 18, despite an underlying genetic condition associated with limited life expectancy. Ars Technica reports the death was among two Pennsylvania measles fatalities disputed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., after which the deaths were removed from the CDC’s public data. The case has intensified scrutiny of public health messaging during an ongoing outbreak.2 sources
Audacity 4 modernizes editing with non-destructive workflowsAudacity 4 introduces non-destructive editing, overlapping and split clips, improved clip management, refreshed effects, and a redesigned project home screen. The Verge reports that the update also gives the long-running free audio editor a modern interface with customizable themes, bringing it closer to a digital audio workstation. These changes are intended to make common editing and rearrangement tasks more flexible.1 source
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert will retire after 2026, putting the league’s expansion, rising business value and frayed player relationships on the next commissioner’s to-do list. That is one crowded clipboard, even before the next media deal starts yelling.
Sky owner calls Kanter Freedom’s free speech lawsuit ‘meritless’ESPN reports that Chicago Sky owner Michael Alter called Enes Kanter Freedom’s lawsuit “meritless and frivolous” after he was ejected from a Sky game and barred from future games at Wintrust Arena. Kanter Freedom alleges his First Amendment rights were violated because of a shirt he wore; Alter says security acted because he rose, gestured at a player and stepped toward the court. The complaint names the Sky, the city of Chicago and the Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority as defendants.1 source
Engelbert’s retirement tests WNBA’s growth and player relationshipsWNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert will retire at the end of 2026 after overseeing major expansion, rising franchise valuations, new media rights, charter flights and collective bargaining agreements that introduced million-dollar salaries. ESPN’s contributors differ on what will define her legacy: some emphasize the league’s financial and competitive transformation, while others say tensions with players and delayed responses to safety and social issues will overshadow those gains. Her successor will need to repair trust with players while managing continued expansion and the league’s growing business interests.1 source
PSG extend Luis Enrique's contract and renew five players' dealsPSG announced a contract extension for coach Luis Enrique and new deals for five players. Lucas Beraldo, Senny Mayulu, João Neves and Willian Pacho are signed through 2031, while Fabián Ruiz has extended his contract through 2028. Enrique's previous deal was due to expire next summer, and he has won 13 titles since joining PSG in 2023.1 source
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