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‘We live with a big burden’: survivor of abusive Spotlight priest hopes clergyman’s death brings closure
A survivor of childhood sexual abuse by a defrocked Boston priest portrayed in the film Spotlight says the abuser’s recent death in prison offers hope for closure to victims and their families.
‘No one disrespects Our Lady’: fears for Brazil’s patron saint grip country ahead of election
Brazil’s patron saint, Our Lady of Aparecida, has become a central issue in the country’s closely contested presidential election, with concerns about her status potentially influencing voter behavior.
Urgent plan needed to end ‘corridor care’ for children, health secretary says
Health Secretary Yvette Cooper announced urgent plans to eliminate “corridor care” for children in NHS hospitals, following pressure from health groups and the case of a two-year-old who died after spending hours in an A&E corridor.
Ilhan Omar’s attorneys say federal search of her home was ‘neither justified nor lawful’
Attorneys for Minnesota Democrat Ilhan Omar requested the Department of Justice return property seized during a federal search of her home, characterizing the seizure as unjustified and unlawful.
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Kennedy Center risks financial ruin without Trump’s name, Justice Department argues
The Justice Department argues the Kennedy Center faces financial ruin without Trump’s name displayed, while opponents contend the effort violates the institution’s founding statute honoring President Kennedy.
Trump and Vance will keynote the Republicans’ midterm convention in Texas next month
President Trump and Vice President Vance will headline separate nights at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas on September 9-10, with the RNC billing it as a showcase of the administration’s achievements.
Talarico wants to unearth Paxton’s depositions to keep focus on opponent’s past in Texas Senate race
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico is seeking the release of depositions involving Republican opponent Ken Paxton to highlight Paxton’s history of legal controversies.
Hope and concern swirl for Ohioans around ‘world’s largest datacenter’
A $500 billion AI datacenter project in southern Ohio has sparked mixed reactions, with local leaders expressing hope about jobs while environmental groups raise concerns about emissions and water usage.
First Thing: Pause on US immigrant visa leaves thousands of applicants in limbo
The Trump administration has paused all US immigrant visa applications at embassies and consulates, canceling scheduled interviews as it pursues restrictions on applicants deemed likely to need public assistance.
Judge removes one hurdle for Trump mail voting order as states file new challenge before midterms
A federal judge lifted restrictions on President Trump’s mail voting executive order Wednesday, though Democratic state officials filed a new legal challenge as midterm elections approach.
Texas law banning drag shows where children may be present struck down again
A federal judge has struck down Texas’s drag performance ban for a second time, ruling it violates First Amendment protections and is unconstitutionally vague.
Three pro-Israel Democrats given key roles on House foreign affairs panel
Three pro-Israel Democrats have been appointed to key roles on the House foreign affairs committee, a move that some say contradicts recent primary victories by progressive candidates critical of Israel’s Gaza actions.
Maryland court rules Democratic-backed redistricting amendment cannot go on November ballot
A Maryland court blocked a Democratic-backed redistricting amendment from appearing on the November ballot, ruling that lawmakers violated procedural deadlines for ballot measures.
Should Kamala Harris run for president again? ‘Nope,’ says Iowa Democrat
Iowa’s Democratic gubernatorial nominee Rob Sand said Kamala Harris should not run for president again, stating he wants new leadership and declining offers of campaign support from national figures.
Trump downplays Moscow visit by CIA director as ‘semi-routine’
CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Moscow unannounced, which President Trump described as a “semi-routine” trip while declining to confirm speculation about its diplomatic purpose.
Federal appeals court declines to dismiss criminal charges against US congresswoman
A federal appeals court declined to dismiss criminal charges against Democratic congresswoman LaMonica McIver, who was charged with interfering with an arrest during a 2025 immigration facility inspection.