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, September 2, 2026
Ocasio-Cortez backs Nixon in Florida Senate race
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez publicly endorsed Florida state Rep. Angie Nixon, a Democratic candidate, for U.S. Senate.
Kennedy Center removing landmark sculpture from grounds
The Kennedy Center is removing a sculpture named 'Blue' from its grounds. The sculpture, a tall blue abstract stick figure, was designed by sculptor Joel Shapiro. It was installed in 2019.
USS Abraham Lincoln arrives in Thailand
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier docked in Thailand after a deployment of more than 9 months (over 280 days) at sea in the Middle East.
How Chevron’s long Venezuela gamble paid off with a $7 billion expansion
Chevron announced it will invest more than $7 billion to expand its oil production operations in Venezuela. Chevron is a major U.S. energy company that remained in Venezuela after other Western oil companies departed. The expansion is tied to a broader push by the Trump administration involving Venezuela's oil industry.
Tiger Woods in court to reduce DUI charges after plea deal
Tiger Woods changed his plea in a DUI case related to a crash earlier in the year in Florida. As part of the agreement, he will pay a $1,000 fine and receive a five-year driving license suspension.
Apple Maps changes Lake Ontario name after Trump request
President Trump ordered or requested that Lake Ontario be renamed to 'Lake America.' Apple updated its Maps app to show the new name for U.S. users.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
JD Vance 'extremely sceptical' over alleged strike on Iranian wedding
The United States carried out military strikes on targets inside Iran. Iran said a U.S. strike hit a wedding celebration, killing four people. Iran responded by striking U.S. bases and allied targets in the Gulf region. U.S. officials, including Vice President JD Vance, addressed questions about the wedding strike and the broader conflict.
Ocasio-Cortez on if she'd date a Republican: 'No, no foul to people who do'
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) was asked on Tuesday, by a TMZ reporter on Capitol Hill, whether she would date a Republican or conservative. She responded that she probably would not, citing the importance of shared values, while saying she has no judgment toward people who would.
Who is Alejandro Betancourt, colourful oil baron behind US-Venezuela oil deal?
Alejandro Betancourt, a 46-year-old oil baron, is a central figure connected to a US-Venezuela oil deal. He has a controversial or checkered background and has been linked to matters involving Nicolas Maduro's government.
House, wary of shutdown before midterms, pushes budget talks to December
The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation to extend federal government funding, avoiding a shutdown before the midterm elections. The funding extends into December, and the vote had bipartisan support.
Judge declares mistrial in Lindsay Clancy case after defense’s emergency stay denied
Lindsay Clancy is on trial on murder charges related to the deaths of her three children at their family home in 2023. The jury has deliberated over multiple days and told the judge on two separate occasions (Tuesday and Wednesday) that it was deadlocked. The judge sent jurors home and had them resume deliberations, raising the possibility of a mistrial.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect pleads not guilty as judge clears way for death penalty trial
A Utah judge ruled that Tyler Robinson will stand trial on all seven charges related to the killing of Charlie Kirk, including a charge of aggravated murder that makes him eligible for the death penalty. This followed a multi-day preliminary hearing with closing arguments from both defense and prosecution.
Hegseth’s pick faces competition in search for new Army secretary
Dan Driscoll is stepping down/resigning as Army Secretary after about 18 months in the role. The White House confirmed his departure. Reports across outlets cite tensions or clashes with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Driscoll did not publicly state a reason for his exit. His last full day was described as a Wednesday.
Monday, August 31, 2026
Why is the US-Venezuela oil deal so controversial?
The Trump administration announced a deal involving a U.S. stake in Venezuelan oil reserves, reported to amount to tens of billions of barrels (specified by some as 65 billion). The plan involves a private company, North American Blue Energy Partners, and is intended to increase oil production in Venezuela. Analysts and reports indicate the deal could take years to be realized and faces significant hurdles.
Trump administration makes another appeal to Supreme Court to allow USPS mail ballot rules
A federal judge, Indira Talwani, issued a ruling blocking a Trump administration order/rule regarding mail-in ballots processed by USPS. The ruling came shortly before North Carolina was set to begin mailing absentee ballots for the 2026 midterm elections. The case involved the Department of Justice's interpretation of a Supreme Court ruling.
Ed Markey defeats Seth Moulton, turns back push for generational change
Sen. Ed Markey, 80, won the Massachusetts Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, defeating Rep. Seth Moulton, 47. The race was framed around generational change, with Moulton arguing for new party leadership and Markey campaigning on progressive credentials.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Trump promises NBC's Welker will be reported to FCC 'for rebuke or punishment'
President Trump said he would report NBC News' "Meet the Press" host Kristen Welker to the Federal Communications Commission for "rebuke or punishment." This followed comments Welker made on the program regarding the mixed results of Trump-endorsed candidates in the recent election cycle. Trump made the announcement in a post on Truth Social on a Sunday.
Nasa launches powerful new space telescope to explore mysteries of the Universe
NASA launched a new space telescope. The mission is described as multi-year and aims to study dark energy and dark matter, as well as create a broader map/survey of the universe.
Minnesota high court rejects Lindell's gubernatorial primary recount bid
The Minnesota Supreme Court rejected Mike Lindell's request for a recount of the Republican gubernatorial primary election. Lindell, the founder of MyPillow, lost the primary by 11 points.
Fresh Flood Warnings Issued in Nepal: List Names ‘Out of Contact’ Americans
Authorities in Nepal issued warnings about possible additional flooding. Communities in flood-affected areas were told to remain on high alert. Water levels rose in a river (identified as the Bhotekoshi River), and rescue efforts were underway following earlier flooding.
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Russian drones kill 37 near Kyiv weapons depot
A Russian strike near Kyiv, in the Bucha district, hit a warehouse used as an ammunition depot, causing an explosion and fire that spread into a residential area. The strike killed at least 37 people and is described as one of the deadliest attacks on Ukraine this year.
Abbott bars Texas agencies from funding Flock cameras
Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordered state agencies to halt funding for Flock Safety's roadside camera network. The order was issued this week amid concerns about potential misuse of the camera system, and some cities have also been canceling their contracts with Flock.
White House teleprompter operator who placed bets on Trump’s speeches ordered to pay $172K
Gabriel Perez, a former White House teleprompter operator, was found by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to have used advance knowledge of President Trump's speeches to place bets on the online prediction market Kalshi regarding words the president would use. He was placed on unpaid leave from his White House position after the conduct was discovered. The CFTC ordered him to pay a total of $172,000.
ICE plans to spend $2 million on dog-like robots for immigration enforcement
ICE is planning to spend up to $2 million on robotic dogs, according to a Department of Homeland Security funding document posted on a Thursday. The robots would be used to assist ICE agents' operations, including tasks like inspections and hazard assessments.
Friday, August 28, 2026
US, Venezuela tout ‘biggest oil deal in world history’
President Trump announced that the United States had entered a deal with Venezuela to gain control of or access to more than 60 to 65 billion barrels of oil reserves. Trump said the deal would help lower U.S. gas prices. Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, commented on the deal, describing it as a 25-year bilateral project involving strategic oilfields. No full text of the agreement had been released, and some details remained unclear.
Hegseth blocks promotions of 4 Army officers with ties to sacked generals
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth blocked the promotions of four Army officers who had been selected for one-star rank. Some of these officers have ties to Army generals who were previously removed by the Pentagon under Hegseth.
Right-wing commentator Milo Yiannopoulos deported from US to UK
Milo Yiannopoulos, a British citizen and political commentator, was taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He was detained at the New Orleans (Louis Armstrong) airport and faces deportation/removal. He has previously expressed support for Trump and ICE.
Accused WWII Memorial vandal: 'I made a big mess to get the nation’s attention'
Melissa Farris is accused of vandalizing the World War II Memorial on the National Mall with spray paint. She was indicted by a federal grand jury on two counts related to the incident. Farris has stated she committed the act to draw attention to an issue she says is wrong.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow military's transgender ban
The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to allow enforcement of a ban on transgender individuals serving in the military. This is part of an ongoing legal dispute, with the case having reached the Supreme Court previously. A lower appeals court had ruled against the ban, and the administration is asking the justices to reverse that ruling and determine the ban's constitutionality.
Icelanders weigh economic sovereignty against geopolitical safety in EU vote
Iceland held a national vote on whether to reopen negotiations to join the European Union, talks that had been suspended for more than a decade. The vote took place against the backdrop of President Trump's threat to annex Greenland, which added a security dimension to the debate. Reporting indicates that voters ultimately did not support restarting EU membership negotiations.
Trump announces creation of US Space Academy
President Trump signed an executive order on Friday establishing the U.S. Space Academy, an institution intended to train future engineers, scientists, and service members for careers in space, including the U.S. Space Force. The academy is being compared to existing military academies such as West Point and Annapolis. The location of the academy has not yet been determined.
Trump can’t appeal New York conviction in federal court, judge rules again
A federal judge, U.S. District Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein, again rejected President Trump's attempt to move his New York hush money criminal conviction case into federal court. This is part of Trump's effort to argue presidential immunity outside New York's state court system. The ruling marks a repeated setback for Trump in this specific legal effort.
Trump awards Artemis II crew with Congressional Space Medal of Honor
President Trump presented the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the Artemis II crew, consisting of three American astronauts and one Canadian astronaut, during a visit to Johnson Space Center in Houston.
Tennessee governor plans to name Nashville airport after Dolly Parton
Tennessee's governor plans to rename Nashville's airport after Dolly Parton.
Crockett suggests she won't campaign with Talarico, will focus 'down ballot'
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) made public comments about Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico's campaign in Texas. Talarico defeated Crockett in the Democratic primary and is now the nominee facing Republican incumbent Ken Paxton. Crockett indicated she plans to focus her campaign efforts on down-ballot races rather than campaigning directly alongside Talarico, and raised concerns about Black voter enthusiasm for his candidacy.
King Harald V, who helped modernize Norway’s monarchy, dies at 89
King Harald V of Norway died at age 89. His son Haakon is becoming the new king.
Canadian broadcaster reverses policy barring use of 'terrorist attack' label for 9/11
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) issued internal guidance to its journalists advising against referring to the September 11, 2001 attacks by Al Qaeda as a 'terrorist attack.' The guidance was reported ahead of the 25th anniversary of the attacks and drew public criticism.
Trump administration illegally retaliated against Anthropic, judge rules
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration acted illegally in taking measures against the AI company Anthropic, related to actions by the Pentagon that had labeled Anthropic a security or supply chain risk and attempted to restrict its access to federal government business.
Thursday, August 27, 2026
GOP governor says he asked attorney general to look into 'aggressive' DOJ election observers
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon, a Republican, raised concerns about the conduct of Department of Justice election observers who were present at a polling location in Cheyenne during the primary election.
Key moments in trial of Lindsay Clancy, the mother accused of murdering her three children
Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother, is on trial accused of killing her three young children. A jury has begun deliberating following closing arguments from the prosecution and defense. The prosecution and defense have presented differing accounts of her mental state at the time of the killings.
Ratcliffe warned Russia not to attack NATO as Trump calls Moscow visit ‘semi-routine’
CIA Director John Ratcliffe made a secretive trip to Moscow this week. The stated purpose was to warn Russia against attacking NATO member states.
'Our parents were crossing the border an hour before the flood hit'
Flash floods struck the Nepal-China border area, killing many people and leaving more than 1,300 people missing, including a number of American nationals. Authorities continue to search for the missing and the death toll has been rising.
Trial date set for alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed is accused of being the mastermind behind the September 11, 2001 attacks. He has been held at the U.S. naval base at Guantanamo Bay. His case has faced years of legal proceedings and delays.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
State of Texas: Meta settlement to bring social media child safety changes
Meta reached a settlement, reported at roughly $17 to $18 billion, with a large group of state attorneys general (accounts vary between 'nearly every state' and 52 attorneys general) that ends a legal proceeding over allegations tied to youth mental health and social media use. As part of the deal, Meta agreed to implement new safety measures for minors on its platforms.
24 states sue to stop new Postal Service ballot rules
A coalition of 24 states and the District of Columbia has filed a lawsuit seeking to block new Postal Service rules related to mail voting or ballots. The lawsuit argues the rules exceed the Postal Service's legal authority.