NFL approves reported record $9.612 billion Seahawks sale
NFL owners unanimously approved the reported record sale of the Seahawks to the Khosla family. The deal still needs to close, with Seattle expected to remain home.
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Study Links Stronger El Niño Variability to a Warmer Climate
A new coral study links stronger El Niño variability to human-caused warming as a very strong 2026 event develops, but U.S. winter effects remain uncertain.
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Boston Scientific Cyber Incident Disrupts Device Shipments
Boston Scientific says a cybersecurity incident is disrupting manufacturing and shipments while delaying remote-monitoring activation for some new cardiac devices.
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Two Nigerian men extradited to U.S. in sextortion cases involving teen deaths
Two Nigerian men appeared in federal court after extradition in separate sextortion cases involving teen deaths, as officials urge families to report threats.
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Puerto Rico drought declaration opens farm loans amid water rationing
A USDA designation covers 26 Puerto Rico municipalities, opening possible farm assistance as rotating water interruptions affect more than 180,000 customers.
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Federal judge blocks Trump mail-ballot rules again before midterms
A Boston judge has paused new federal mail-ballot requirements for two weeks as the administration appeals, with the first 2026 ballots due to go out September 4.
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IRS highlights online tools as Oct. 15 tax deadline approaches
The IRS is steering extension filers to account, refund and payment tools before Oct. 15, while warning that the extension does not delay taxes owed.
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Federal Judge Dismisses Challenge to Reopening Offshore Acreage
An Alaska judge dismissed a challenge to reopening more than 600 million offshore acres to possible oil leasing, but the ruling did not authorize drilling.
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Treasury Proposes Cutting Banque Misr’s UAE Branches From U.S. Banking
Treasury proposed restricting U.S. correspondent banking with five Banque Misr UAE branches over alleged Iran-linked transactions. The rule is not final.
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Federal Court Allows DOJ Illinois Sanctuary Lawsuit to Proceed
A federal judge rejected Illinois officials’ request to dismiss the DOJ lawsuit, leaving the state’s courthouse protections in place as the constitutional dispute moves forward.
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Paid-leave access rose, but workers still face uneven flexibility
BLS data show paid-leave access rose to 71%, yet service, part-time and lower-paid workers remain less likely to have leave or use it when needed.
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U.S. Tariffs on Canadian Imports Take Effect Under Section 338
New U.S. duties of up to 50% now cover more than 550 Canadian products, while Canada has scheduled dollar-for-dollar counter-tariffs for September 8.
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Federal Government Opens a New Cybersecurity Lane for U.S. Startups
A White House memorandum could give vetted cybersecurity firms a federally supervised role against foreign cybercrime groups, but major legal and financial questions remain.
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White House Weighs Broader Refinery Waivers as Farm Groups Warn of Biofuel Demand Loss
The administration is weighing broader small-refinery waivers to ease gasoline prices, while farmers warn the move could weaken demand for corn and soy biofuels.
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FDA approves first drug targeting polycythemia vera biology
The FDA approved weekly Mimrylo for adults with poorly controlled polycythemia vera, offering a new way to reduce phlebotomies while requiring close blood-count monitoring.
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Amazon-listed pressure washers recalled over shock risks
Two electric pressure washers sold on Amazon were recalled after the CPSC cited missing GFCI protection and inadequate-length power cords.
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USDA Proposes Rescinding National Roadless Rule
USDA wants to end nationwide roadless protections, shifting more decisions to individual forests while leaving current rules and project reviews in place.
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Texas revises ERCOT review timeline for data-center projects
Texas regulators gave ERCOT more time to verify large-load projects after the Aug. 7 deadline was missed; conditional classifications are due Aug. 31.
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County data show uneven U.S. job growth and rising wages in early 2026
BLS data show U.S. employment barely grew through March while wages rose across most large counties, with sharp differences by place and industry.
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DOJ seeks record $250 million penalty from KKR over alleged merger violations
A proposed DOJ settlement would impose a record $250 million penalty on KKR over alleged Hart-Scott-Rodino filing violations in 16 transactions.
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Education Department Holds Tribal Consultations on 2027 Grants and 2028 Budget Priorities
Education and Interior held August consultations with tribal leaders on grantmaking and budget priorities. Written comments are due Sept. 28 and 29.
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Congress considers 100-foot worship access zones nationwide
A bipartisan bill would target knowing disruption or intimidation near houses of worship during services, but it remains in committee and is not law.