News for August 10, 2025

President Donald Trump said homeless people in Washington DC should move out right away as he promised tougher action on crime and city conditions.

Flash flooding in Milwaukee County forced the Wisconsin State Fair Park to cancel its final day and left parts of the City of Milwaukee dealing with major damage.

Mariano Rivera tore his Achilles tendon while chasing a fly ball at the Yankees’ Old-Timers’ Day game and will need surgery.

Sen. Lindsey Graham said Russia and Ukraine may need to swap land in any ceasefire deal, but only if Ukraine gets strong security guarantees.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker accused Donald Trump and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott of undermining democracy as Republicans push new congressional maps in Texas.

Abdul Niazi, a former Afghan U.S. military interpreter and Houston refugee advocate, was stabbed to death in Texas, and the case has raised questions about the Harris County court process.

President Donald Trump signed an order that could make private equity, crypto, real estate, and other alternative assets easier to include in 401(k) retirement plans, but experts warn the change could raise costs and risk.

TikTok videos are drawing attention to safety concerns about Botanic Tonics’ Feel Free herbal drink, as health experts and the FDA warn that its kratom ingredient may be addictive and risky.

U.S. politicians, led by Vice President JD Vance and Rep. Jim Jordan, are attacking Britain’s new online safety rules, saying they threaten free speech and could pressure American tech companies.

European allies are pressing Trump not to make any Ukraine peace deal with Putin unless Ukraine is part of the talks.

Kentucky bourbon boomed after the 2008 recession, but weaker demand, oversupply, and trade tariffs are now hurting makers like Brown-Forman and Diageo.

The new Prime Video version of War of the Worlds, starring Ice Cube, is getting harsh reviews, but its very bad score is also drawing curious viewers and debate.