Trump Orders U.S. Agencies to Use ‘Lake America’ for Lake Ontario
A Trump executive order directs federal agencies to adopt “Lake America” within 30 days, but Canada, New York and international users can keep Lake Ontario.
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Google Adds AI Tools to Purchased E-Books Amid Copyright Fight
Google’s Expert Intelligence lets buyers use eligible e-books in Gemini Notebook, adding a licensed-use model as publishers challenge Google’s alleged AI training.
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July Spending Rose 0.2% as Americans Shifted From Goods to Services
Americans had more income in July, but inflation-adjusted spending was nearly flat as households bought fewer goods and spent more on services.
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GAO Finds Defense Officials Hesitate to Use Some Commercial Space Data
A new GAO report says licensing costs, perceived restrictions and unclear access procedures are keeping some Defense officials from using commercial space data.
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China warns of response if U.S. adds tariff over overcapacity
China says it will assess possible U.S. trade measures and may respond as Washington weighs a reported 7.5% tariff on Chinese goods.
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NASA’s Roman Space Telescope nears Aug. 30 launch target
Roman has reached SpaceX’s Kennedy Space Center hangar as NASA and SpaceX prepare for an Aug. 28 readiness review ahead of a planned Aug. 30 launch.
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Federal authorities charge 81 in Puerto Rico gang takedown
Federal prosecutors charged 81 alleged Los Baja Deo members after 70 arrests in Puerto Rico, citing drug trafficking, firearms and violence allegations.
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Colorado seeks federal aid after fires, floods and debris flows
Colorado is seeking federal recovery aid after two wildfires destroyed homes and infrastructure, while burn-scar flooding continues to threaten rural communities.
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Nvidia revenue more than doubles as AI demand drives record quarter
Nvidia posted $96.2 billion in fiscal second-quarter revenue, beat Wall Street expectations and forecast about $108 billion next quarter.
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IRS automatic penalty relief is rolling out for eligible taxpayers
The IRS is phasing in automatic penalty relief for taxpayers with strong filing histories, but transition-period penalty notices may still require action.
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Endangered Species Act overhaul changes future wildlife protections
Three finalized federal rules change future threatened-species protections, critical-habitat exclusions and how regulators interpret habitat-related harm.
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Treasury Corrects Proposed Trump Account Tax Rule
A Federal Register correction fixes the hearing date and regulatory text for a proposed Trump Account rule. The tax treatment is not final.
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What TikTok’s $400 Million Children’s Privacy Settlement Means
TikTok agreed to pay $400 million to resolve federal children’s privacy claims. Here is what changes for families—and what the settlement does not provide.
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Governors’ Cyber Advisers Meet CISA as Infrastructure Risks Grow
Cyber advisers from more than 40 states and territories met with CISA as governors confront ransomware, AI risks, workforce shortages and uncertain funding.
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BLS projects U.S. job growth as AI reshapes work
The BLS projects 5.9 million more U.S. jobs by 2035, with growth in technical fields and declines in office work—but AI exposure is not a layoff forecast.
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Gatik Raises $200 Million After PepsiCo Deal to Expand Driverless Freight
Gatik’s $200 million funding round will support more driverless trucks, infrastructure and hiring as PepsiCo uses the startup on regional freight routes.
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Target Raises Its 2026 Outlook as Store Traffic and Digital Sales Improve
Target lifted its 2026 sales outlook after store traffic and digital demand improved, but a one-time tariff refund drove part of the profit surge.
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Baxter Recalls One Lot Over Potential Fiberglass Particles
Baxter is voluntarily recalling one U.S. lot of citrate solution used with automated apheresis devices. Facilities should stop use, quarantine units and arrange returns.
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SBA watchdog questions 16 loan-guaranty decisions worth $11.54 million
An SBA inspector general review found insufficient evidence in 16 of 32 high-risk loan-guaranty decisions and flagged delays that may limit recovery.
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Walmart Reannounces Recall of 165,250 Mainstays Dressers
CPSC says recalled Mainstays dressers reached four liquidators after the May recall. Buyers should check the furniture, keep children away and seek a refund.
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EPA Opens Review of New Glyphosate Research
EPA is reviewing newer glyphosate studies before a late-2026 health assessment, but current labels, registrations and food-residue limits remain unchanged.
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NERC Seeks Comments on Reliability Rules for AI Data Centers and Other Large Loads
NERC is taking comments through September 18 on draft reliability standards for AI data centers, crypto facilities and other large computational loads.