Archive
Every story, by the day it broke.
The full record of past coverage, each event as covered across the spectrum, with framing analysis where it's been decoded. Not every story reaches all three sides.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
How an op-ed in The Wall Street Journal reignited a debate about AI use in newsrooms
A Wall Street Journal op-ed involving AI reignited a debate about the use of artificial intelligence in newsrooms and writing.
FDA approves pancreatic cancer drug tested on former lawmaker
The FDA approved a new drug (daraxonrasib) for treatment of pancreatic cancer. The drug showed significant positive results in clinical trials related to tumor growth and/or survival rates. Experts have described the approval as a major advance in treating pancreatic cancer.
Tohono O’odham Nation says federal agents trespassed. What rights does it have to stop them?
The Tohono O'odham Nation says federal agents and contractors were present on tribal land in Arizona this week in connection with border wall construction, and a dispute arose between tribal representatives and those conducting the work.
El-Sayed says he has 'no plans' to campaign with Piker
Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic Senate nominee in Michigan, has a public association with left-wing streamer Hasan Piker. There has been public discussion about whether El-Sayed will distance himself from Piker, particularly after criticism from Democratic lawmakers regarding Piker's remarks about American Jews and Israel.
Trump-backed Mazzei defeats Drummond in Oklahoma governor GOP runoff
Mike Mazzei defeated Gentner Drummond in the Republican primary runoff for Oklahoma governor. Mazzei received an endorsement from President Trump in the race.
3 Secret Service officials placed on leave amid misconduct investigation
Three Secret Service officials/employees were placed on administrative leave amid an investigation into potential or alleged misconduct. The investigation is ongoing and specific details have not been disclosed.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Trump says all mines cleared from Strait of Hormuz
Trump stated that mines have been cleared from the Strait of Hormuz. The waterway had been affected during the ongoing conflict.
How Dolly Parton told her life story through six iconic songs
Coverage discusses Dolly Parton, a singer-songwriter, and how her music reflects aspects of her life and career.
Josh Smith Abruptly Leaves Bureau Of Prisons After Year Of Changes
Josh Smith served as Deputy Director (the No. 2 official) at the Federal Bureau of Prisons. He departed from that position after approximately one year on the job.
Trump says 'something may come out of' CIA head's unannounced visit to Moscow
CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled on a U.S. military aircraft to Moscow, Russia, on Tuesday, flying via Latvia. The trip was not publicly announced beforehand, and the purpose of the visit and who he met with were not confirmed.
Two die of measles in Pennsylvania, marking first deaths of 2026
Pennsylvania officials reported two measles-related deaths this week.
Dolly Parton, country music singer and cultural icon, dies at 80
Dolly Parton, country music singer, died on Tuesday at age 80. Tributes and mourning followed from fans and public figures. President Trump ordered US flags to be flown at half-staff (lowered) nationwide for one week in her honor.
Target apologises for 'offensive' children Halloween costume after backlash
Target removed a Halloween costume for children from its stores/shelves after receiving customer complaints that the costume was offensive or racist. Target issued a public apology and statement acknowledging the costume was offensive and said it should not have been sold.
The Movement: MAHA and anti-abortion groups split on FDA nominee
President Trump announced he would nominate health policy aide Dr. Heidi Overton to serve as FDA commissioner. Anti-abortion groups have expressed support for the nomination, and some expect her to bring renewed scrutiny to the abortion drug mifepristone.
Trump signs order to rename Lake Ontario as Lake America
President Trump said the U.S. is considering renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' amid an escalating trade dispute with Canada.
Trump's tariff war with Canada threatens GOP candidates in border battlegrounds
President Trump's trade dispute with Canada, involving tariffs, is occurring roughly 10 weeks before the midterm elections. The situation is affecting Republican candidates in states near the U.S.-Canada border, amid existing economic concerns among voters. Tariffs of 50 percent on $20 billion worth of Canadian imports took effect over a weekend.
Air Force Major Jason Watson Hit With Military Charges After Trump Protest
Major Jason Watson, a U.S. Air Force officer, faces military charges after making public statements criticizing President Trump, related to the Iran war and a call for his impeachment; he was arrested in July on the steps of the U.S. Capitol.
El-Sayed spars with Jesse Watters on Fox News on immigration, Iran war: 'Let me just answer the question'
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed (D) appeared on Fox News' 'Jesse Watters Primetime' on Monday and had a contentious exchange with host Jesse Watters. The interview covered multiple topics including immigration, the Iran war, transgender athletes, and other culture-war issues. At points El-Sayed and Watters clashed over the direction of questions.
Monday, August 24, 2026
Pentagon attack on Stars and Stripes is part of Trump's war on media
Stars and Stripes, a newspaper serving American troops, had its editor-in-chief Erik Slavin fired by the Pentagon. The firing followed the earlier removal of the publisher and a reporter. Slavin has raised questions about whether the paper will remain editorially independent.
Graham’s win in South Carolina shows Trump’s still got sway
Darline Graham, who is currently filling the U.S. Senate seat previously held by her late brother Lindsey Graham, won the Republican primary runoff against Rep. Ralph Norman in South Carolina. Graham had no prior elected office experience before being appointed to the seat. President Trump endorsed Graham, and a super PAC linked to his advisers spent close to $800,000 supporting her campaign. She will face Democrat Annie Andrews in the November general election and is considered the favorite. The runoff also coincided with a Republican primary runoff in Oklahoma involving Mike Mazzei.
Trump review could pull visas from 200,000 asylum seekers
The Trump administration is preparing to revoke B1 and B2 (business and tourism) visas held by up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum in the United States. The State Department is conducting the review, which would be described as the largest mass visa revocation in history, carried out on a rolling or wave-by-wave basis, covering visas issued between 2016 and 2026.
Map Shows States With Most Mail-in Voting as Supreme Court Backs Trump Admin
The Supreme Court issued an order on Monday allowing the Trump administration to proceed, for now, with parts of an executive order restricting mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections. The vote was 6-3, with the court's conservative majority ruling over dissent from the three Democratic-appointed justices. The order paused a lower court ruling (from a federal judge, described as being in Boston/District Court) that had blocked the policy. The court did not rule on the final legality of Trump's order, saying it was too early for states to challenge it. Postal Service work related to the order remains blocked nationwide. California Gov. Gavin Newsom said the state would pursue further legal action.
San Francisco 49ers owner jailed after prostitution arrest
Jed York, principal owner of the San Francisco 49ers, was arrested in Ohio on a prostitution related charge. He later pleaded no contest to two charges and was jailed.
Sonya Massey's killer Sean Grayson dies in US prison
Sean Grayson, a former law enforcement officer who killed Sonya Massey in 2024, has died at age 32 after being treated for cancer.
US launches new drug boat strike in the Caribbean, citing narcoterrorism
The U.S. military carried out a strike on a boat in the Pacific that killed two people. This strike came after a roughly two-month pause in such operations. It is part of a broader campaign of strikes against suspected drug-trafficking vessels that has killed more than 200 people in total since the campaign began.
Buttigieg returns to South Carolina as Democrats begin positioning for 2028
Pete Buttigieg visited South Carolina. He has not officially announced whether he will run for president in 2028, though the visit is seen as related to potential positioning for a future presidential run.
Iowa Senate candidates zero in on cancer crisis as key race tightens
Iowa's high rate of cancer diagnoses has become a major issue in Iowa's Senate race. The race features Democratic state legislator Josh Turek and Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson. Candidates are presenting differing approaches to addressing the cancer issue.
Trump’s Iran Sanctions Test Whether US or China Will Blink First
The Trump administration has announced new sanctions targeting Iran's economy. These sanctions extend to countries, businesses, and banks that trade with Iran, with particular impact on China, which is described as Iran's largest oil customer and trading partner. China has objected to the sanctions. The move follows prior U.S. military action against Iran.
Bessent doubles down on Trump warnings: 'Entering the endgame' on Iran
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the United States is 'entering the endgame' regarding Iran, referencing new economic measures set to begin Monday. Bessent made these comments in a Sunday op-ed in the Financial Times, echoing statements from President Trump about actions against Iran.
Sailor aboard USS Abraham Lincoln decries father’s ICE detention
A sailor aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, identified as Joshua Aviles, said his father was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while he was deployed at sea. The deployment lasted roughly nine months.
'Absolutely ridiculous': Canadians react to new tariff tensions with the US
There is an escalating trade dispute involving tariffs between the United States and Canada. The dispute has caused tension between the two countries and is a topic of public and political reaction on both sides of the border.
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Kanter Freedom ejected from WNBA game over player row
Enes Kanter Freedom, a former NBA player, was ejected from a WNBA game between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever after an altercation with Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud that occurred courtside on Sunday night.
Jeffries responds to Kushner meeting backlash: 'No one from the Trump Cartel is getting a pass'
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries privately met with Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law. The meeting was first reported by The New York Times. Topics discussed reportedly included housing, immigration, and cost of living. The meeting drew criticism and backlash from some Democrats, with Jeffries in line to become House speaker if Democrats win control of the House in the midterm elections. Jeffries responded publicly to the backlash.
Sullivan endorses Sullivan against Sullivan in Alaska
A candidate named Dan Sullivan, separate from incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan, advanced in Alaska's U.S. Senate primary/general election process. Former Anchorage Mayor Dan Sullivan endorsed the incumbent senator. The situation has created a naming coincidence involving multiple people named Dan Sullivan in the race.
Golf brand apologises for advert that shows woman being pushed over
The content creator/channel Good Good issued an apology over a video advertisement that showed a man pushing a woman to the ground as she reached for his golf club. The video was subsequently removed/deleted.
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Canada expected to announce retaliatory tariffs on Tuesday
Canada is expected to announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States on Tuesday, following escalating trade tensions. Prime Minister Mark Carney has indicated the retaliation would be 'dollar for dollar' in response to new U.S. tariffs.
Pioneering Former US Senator Nancy Landon Kassebaum Baker Dies
Nancy Kassebaum Baker, a former U.S. senator from Kansas, has died at age 94. She was noted as a trailblazer for women in the Senate.
Army Secretary eyes exit around end of year amid Hegseth tensions
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is reportedly considering leaving his position at the Pentagon, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Judge vacates Trump admin policy suspending immigrant visas for 75 countries
A federal judge in the Southern District of New York struck down/vacated a Trump administration policy, directed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, that suspended processing of immigrant visas for applicants from 75 countries. The judge ruled that Rubio exceeded his legal authority in issuing the policy.
US Postal Service issues rule to tighten requirements for mail-in voting despite courts looking to block
The US Postal Service finalized a rule related to mail-in ballots that complies with President Trump's executive order restricting mail voting. The rule would require states to provide voter information to the federal government as a condition for ballot delivery. Federal courts have issued injunctions or rulings blocking enforcement of the underlying executive order, and the matter is under legal review, including at the Supreme Court.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Leavitt to work at Trump-affiliated super PAC following White House departure
Karoline Leavitt confirmed she will join the Trump-affiliated super PAC MAGA Inc. after leaving her position as White House press secretary. She announced this while traveling aboard Air Force One on a Friday.
Log Cabin Republicans cut ties with transgender movement
The Log Cabin Republicans, a Republican organization for gay conservatives, announced it would end its support for transgender issues and now describes itself as an LGB organization.
Trump defends Darline Graham's Taiwan response: 'She was being honest'
President Trump publicly defended Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.) after she had a difficult moment responding to a national security question about Taiwan during a South Carolina GOP Senate primary debate. Trump made his remarks to reporters, stating that Graham was 'being honest.'
Texas court reduces Alex Jones’ $50M judgment over false Sandy Hook claims
A Texas appeals court reduced a monetary judgment that had been ordered against Alex Jones in a defamation case related to his claims that the Sandy Hook shooting was staged. The original award was approximately $49-50 million, awarded to parents of a Sandy Hook victim.
Rising data center backlash shakes up midterm races
There is growing public opposition to data centers in the United States. This backlash is influencing political races heading into the 2026 elections, with politicians from both major parties responding to the controversy.