August 3, 2026

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US Deportees Caught in Venezuela Hotel Collapse Amid Earthquakes

** A hotel in Venezuela has collapsed amid powerful earthquakes, killing at least seven people, including US deportees. Over 40 US deportees were living in the hotel, with many surviving the disaster but left shaken. Rescue efforts are underway to search for survivors, with international aid pouring in to support the affected community.

Office of Management and Budget Proposes Scientific Research Funding Revision

** The Office of Management and Budget has proposed a 412-page revision to federal financial assistance, sparking concerns that it could undermine scientific inquiry and erase 'woke' ideologies from research. Critics argue that the changes could have devastating consequences for American science and public policy.

U.S. Reaches Deal with Iran to Halt Mid-east Attacks.

** The US has reached a deal with Iran to halt military attacks in the Middle East, a move that could ease tensions in the region. The agreement allows for the free movement of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz and aims to create a stable environment for trade, but details remain scarce and Iranian leaders have yet to officially confirm the deal.

Convicted rapist Nicholas Rossi dies in Utah

** A convicted rapist who escaped detection by faking his own death and fleeing to Scotland has died in Utah. Nicholas Rossi, 38, was living under an assumed identity before his true identity was revealed by a nurse treating him for Covid-19. His case drew widespread media attention and sparked a national debate about extradition procedures and law enforcement cooperation.

US Pledges Aid to Venezuela

** A devastating earthquake has struck Venezuela, prompting the US to pledge its support and provide aid to the affected areas, marking a significant shift in US policy towards the country and deepening ties between the two nations. The move is seen as a humanitarian response to the crisis, but also raises questions about the future of US-Venezuela relations and the potential for increased economic and commercial cooperation.

US Supreme Court Upholds End to Temporary Protected Status for Haitian and Syrian Immigrants

** The US Supreme Court has ruled to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitian and Syrian immigrants, paving the way for the potential deportation of hundreds of thousands of people who have been living in the US for years. The decision has been met with criticism from immigrant advocacy groups and lawmakers, who argue that the move will put many lives at risk and cause significant disruption to families and communities.

US uses Turkey and Türkiye interchangeably.

** The US government's decision to use "Turkey" and "Türkiye" interchangeably has reignited the debate over the country's name change, with Turkish politicians and diplomats pushing for greater recognition and respect for their country's preferred name, while linguists and cultural experts weigh in on the merits and implications of the change.