Supreme Court Schedules Summer Order Lists for Aug. 17 and Sept. 4
The Supreme Court scheduled its next summer order list for Aug. 17, 2026, with another set for Sept. 4. Emergency orders may be issued separately.
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Apple’s incoming CEO says he will build on the company’s film and TV momentum
John Ternus, scheduled to become Apple’s CEO in September 2026, said he intends to build on the company’s progress in entertainment across streaming and theatrical releases.
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U.S. employers unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs in July as unemployment rate fell to 4.1%
U.S. employers cut 23,000 nonfarm jobs in July, while unemployment fell to 4.1% in a report that pointed to a weakening labor market.
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July 27: Iran-U.S. Talks Face New Test as Mediators Seek Strait of Hormuz Deal
Regional officials say mediators are working to restart U.S.-Iran negotiations after weeks of strikes and counterstrikes, while Iran and Oman discuss vessel transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Extreme Heat and Wildfire Danger Trigger Emergency Response Across the West
A late-July and early-August heat wave brought record or near-record temperatures and worsening wildfire conditions across parts of the Western United States. Washington declared a state of emergency as extreme fire weather affected eastern parts of the state.
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Interior announces more than $461 million for parks, trails and outdoor recreation nationwide
The Land and Water Conservation Fund distribution includes more than $327 million in formula grants and $134 million in competitive grants for projects across all 50 states, U.S. territories and the District of Columbia.
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Federal immigration notices set Aug. 31 deadline on asylum, work-permit and Form I-94 changes
The Justice Department has listed 2026 immigration notices covering asylum fees, Form I-94 charges, work-authorization validity periods and other filing rules.
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USTR Proposes Additional Tariffs on Imports From 60 Economies Over Forced-Labor Enforcement
The United States Trade Representative proposed additional tariffs of 10% or 12.5% on imports from 60 trading partners, with possible exemptions for products that could disrupt domestic supply.
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Bankruptcy court confirms QVC Group restructuring plan, clearing path for debt-cutting exit
A Texas bankruptcy court confirmed QVC Group’s prepackaged Chapter 11 restructuring plan, which is designed to reduce debt from about $6.6 billion to $1.3 billion.
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DOE Opens 60-Day Comment Period on Draft National Transmission Study
The Energy Department’s draft 2026 study examines how the U.S. grid can accommodate AI data centers, manufacturing, new generation and electrification.
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FTC Proposes $2.25 Million RentGrow Settlement Over Tenant-Screening Reports
The FTC says RentGrow’s tenant-screening reports included duplicate criminal and eviction records and that the company mishandled consumer disputes. The proposed settlement remains subject to federal court approval.
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Federal student-loan borrowers can get a temporary 1% autopay rate cut starting July 1
Eligible federal student-loan borrowers enrolled in automatic payments can receive a temporary 1% interest-rate reduction beginning July 1, 2026. The enrollment deadline is Sept. 30.
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Open Society Foundations pledges $300 million for U.S. democracy work amid nonprofit attacks
Open Society Foundations says it will commit $300 million to U.S. democracy-related work as nonprofit groups face increased political pressure and scrutiny.
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U.S. mortgage rates rise for a fifth straight week to highest level in more than a year
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate reached its highest level since late July 2025, increasing borrowing costs for homebuyers and people considering refinancing.
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Election Assistance Commission releases national electronic poll-book overview ahead of 2026 midterms
The Election Assistance Commission says its new national overview offers the most detailed picture yet of how jurisdictions use electronic poll books, as lawmakers debate new voting requirements.
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Senate Funding Deal Moves Forward as IRS Rolls Out Automatic Tax-Penalty Relief
Senate leaders reached a funding agreement intended to prevent a federal shutdown, while the IRS began moving eligible taxpayers toward automatic penalty relief.
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U.S. Restaurant Sales Reached a Preliminary $102.5 Billion in June as Price Growth Moderated
Restaurants posted a fourth monthly sales increase in five months, but the latest figures show nominal growth alongside continued pressure from inflation, traffic and operating costs.
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Trump hosts U.S. Winter Olympians and Paralympians at the White House
President Donald Trump welcomed U.S. Winter Olympians and Paralympians to the White House and urged Congress to pass legislation changing college-sports governance.
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NCAA’s New Five-Year Eligibility Model Takes Effect for Division I Athletes
The NCAA’s age-based eligibility model took effect Aug. 1, 2026, replacing sport-specific seasons-of-competition limits with a framework that can provide qualifying Division I athletes up to five years of eligibility.
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GAO: Defense Security Agency Completes Fewer Than 40% of Required Contractor Inspections
A Government Accountability Office review found that the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency completes less than 40% of required inspections at contractor facilities handling classified information. The report cites workforce and information-technology weaknesses and says its recommendations remain open.
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NSF Awards $83 Million to Build Integrated Data Systems for AI-Driven Science
The National Science Foundation announced $83 million in awards for data infrastructure intended to connect scientific data with computing, instruments, software and artificial-intelligence resources.
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Justice Department Reports More Than 350 Arrests in Nationwide Child-Exploitation Operation
Operation Iron Pursuit ran from April 1 through April 30, with more than 200 children located and more than 350 alleged offenders arrested, the Justice Department said.