Donald Trump state approval ratings are showing deeper political problems than a single approval rating might suggest, with recent surveys pointing to declining support among both the broader electorate and parts of his Republican base. A Reuters/Ipsos poll released August 17 found President Donald Trump’s approval rating at 33%, while 64% disapproved of his job … Read more
The Iran war Trump strategy is increasingly shifting toward economic pressure as President Donald Trump’s administration threatens sweeping new sanctions against Tehran and countries that continue doing business with Iran. The shift follows Trump’s warning of “Economic Warfare” and comes as the United States seeks to pressure Iran without immediately launching another major military operation. … Read more
Aisha Wahab has won the special election for California’s 14th Congressional District, securing the House seat formerly held by Eric Swalwell. The progressive Democrat defeated Bay Area Rapid Transit board member Melissa Hernandez and will serve the remainder of Swalwell’s term, which runs through January. The victory marks a historic moment for Wahab, who will … Read more
The Mary Peltola Dan Sullivan Alaska primary is emerging as an important test of Democrats’ hopes of challenging Republican control of the Senate in the 2026 midterms. Former Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola advanced from Alaska’s primary and will face Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan in November, setting up a closely watched contest in a state that … Read more
Dave Bautista has officially landed the role of Kratos in Amazon’s upcoming live-action “God of War” series, taking over the character after Ryan Hurst’s departure. The casting brings a major Hollywood action star into one of the most recognizable roles in gaming, as Amazon continues developing its highly anticipated adaptation of the PlayStation franchise. Bautista’s … Read more
Matt Damon turned a family birthday celebration into a memorable Disneyland outing as he joined his wife, Luciana, and their four daughters to celebrate Gia’s 18th birthday. The family visited Disneyland on Thursday, Aug. 20, ahead of the park’s Halloween Time kickoff, and their coordinated Disney-themed shirts quickly attracted attention. Matching Shirts Steal the Show … Read more
Cox is now Spectrum following Charter Communications’ completion of its $34.5 billion acquisition of Cox Communications, creating one of the largest broadband and video companies in the United States. The transaction officially closed on August 20, 2026, and about 6 million Cox customers are being brought into the Spectrum brand. What the Deal Means for … Read more
The iPhone 18 Pro Max release date is shaping up to be one of the biggest talking points surrounding Apple’s next-generation smartphone lineup, with leaks pointing to new colors, upgraded hardware and potentially higher prices. Apple has not officially confirmed the details, but reports suggest the company could change its traditional release strategy for the … Read more
The Dream vs Sparks matchup delivered a historic performance as Angel Reese helped the Atlanta Dream overwhelm the Los Angeles Sparks 124-88, giving fans plenty to talk about after a remarkable night in Los Angeles. Reese went a perfect 9-for-9 from the field, including two 3-pointers, while finishing with 20 points, 10 rebounds and eight … Read more
Adrian Martinez was among the key figures in Racing’s 1-0 victory over Belgrano in the Copa Argentina round of 16 in San Luis, while Thiago Cardozo was sent off after the final whistle. The Uruguayan goalkeeper played the entire match but received a red card following a heated reaction toward referee Sebastián Zunino. Racing Takes … Read more