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Department of War Awards $22.9 Billion Contract to RTX for Accelerated Tomahawk Missile Production
The Department of War awarded Raytheon a $22.9 billion contract to accelerate Tomahawk missile production. This U.S. Navy initiative boosts long-range strike capabilities, strengthens supply chains, and ensures warfighters are equipped for modern threats.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentMilitaryEconomyEmployment and Labor U.S. Department of WarRTXRaytheonTomahawk missileMunitions productionU.S. NavyDefense Industry
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Heritage Foundation Calls for Action on Affordability Amidst Rising Socialist Influence
The Heritage Foundation urges conservatives to tackle affordability to counter the growing appeal of Democratic Socialists. The organization also highlighted policy solutions, national security concerns, and honored its founder's legacy.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyMilitarySocial IssuesArtificial Intelligence Heritage FoundationDemocratic Socialists of AmericaAffordabilityNational SecurityConservatismPolicy SolutionsEdwin J. Feulner LectureThe Heritage Foundation
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Congress.gov Reveals Most-Viewed Bills for Mid-August 2026
Congress.gov's latest report shows a diverse range of legislative interest for the week of August 16, 2026, with bills on drugs, national defense, digital assets, and border security capturing public attention.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessLaw EnforcementCongressFederal GovernmentEconomyMedical Science Congress.govLegislationDrug PolicyNational DefenseDigital AssetsBorder SecurityPublic InterestU.S. Library of Congress
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Media Monitor: Poynter Reports on AI Ethics, NABJ Awards, and Broken Trust with White House Press
Poynter is reporting on the ethical implications of AI use in journalism, the National Association of Black Journalists' "Thumbs Down" awards, and the White House's broken trust with the press pool.
MediaScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentArtificial IntelligenceDigital and Print PublishingGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesWhite House Journalism EthicsFinancial TimesNational Association of Black JournalistsWhite House Press CorpsDonald TrumpMedia IndustryPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports on Trump's Political Influence, Xi Visit, and DOJ Independence
Newsweek reports on President Trump's influence in upcoming gubernatorial primaries, Xi Jinping's state visit to the U.S., and Attorney General Todd Blanche's stance on DOJ independence from the White House.
Politics and GovernmentWorldConflictBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyMiddle EastAsiaMilitary Donald TrumpU.S. PoliticsChinaXi JinpingForeign RelationsDepartment of JusticeGas PricesNewsweek
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Media Monitor: Hayden Panettiere dies at 36; Hurricane Lala batters Hawaii; Von Miller joins Cowboys
USA TODAY is reporting the death of actress Hayden Panettiere, the aftermath of Hurricane Lala in Hawaii, and NFL linebacker Von Miller's move to the Dallas Cowboys.
EntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentSportWeatherGeneral PoliticsLegalSocial IssuesGeneral WeatherFilm and TV Hayden PanettiereCelebrity DeathHurricane LalaHawaiiVon MillerDallas CowboysImmigration CourtsUSA TODAY Daily Briefing
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Media Monitor: AI Companion Robots for Children Face Challenges, Ethical Concerns
MIT Technology Review reports on AI companion robots like Moxie for neurodivergent children, highlighting their potential for social skill development but also significant challenges including clinical evidence gaps, data privacy, and company failures leading to device obsolescence.
Science & TechnologyHealthBusinessArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsMedical ScienceSocial IssuesEconomy AI RobotsNeurodivergent ChildrenMoxieSocial Skills TherapyEmbodiedData PrivacyPlanned ObsolescenceMIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology
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Media Monitor: Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Addresses Meta, Judicial Nominee, and Inflation Tax
The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board is reporting on a potential $1.4 trillion state tort raid on Meta, a new judicial nominee, and the impact of inflation on capital gains taxes.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessMediaGeneral PoliticsEconomyLegalEducationMiddle EastLatin America MetaSocial MediaJudicial NominationsInflationCapital Gains TaxMexicoDonald TrumpWall Street Journal Editorial Board
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Dartmouth Professor Eric Zitzewitz Cited in New York Times on Prediction Markets and Insider Trading
Dartmouth economics professor Eric Zitzewitz was featured in The New York Times for his analysis of prediction markets, including their role in flagging potential insider trading, a growing area of financial scrutiny.
BusinessScience & TechnologyMediaEconomyFinancial MarketsComputers and InternetEducationDigital and Print Publishing Eric ZitzewitzDartmouth CollegeEconomicsPrediction MarketsInsider TradingThe New York TimesFinancial Crime
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Media Monitor: Actress Hayden Panettiere Dies at 36
France 24 reports American actress Hayden Panettiere, known for 'Heroes' and 'Nashville,' died at 36, her father said.
EntertainmentMediaUSAFilm and TVMusic Hayden PanettiereActressDeathTelevisionFilmHollywoodFrance 24
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Penn Spotlights Student Community, Faculty Achievements, and Upcoming Orientation
As the new academic year nears, Penn emphasizes student community through diverse activities and its College House system, alongside celebrating faculty achievements and preparing for New Student Orientation.
EducationScience & TechnologyHealthSocial IssuesArtificial IntelligenceMedical Science University of PennsylvaniaStudent LifeCampus CommunityCollege HouseFaculty AwardsAcademic ResearchNew Student Orientation
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University of Pennsylvania Gears Up for Fall Semester with Campus Enhancements, Presidential Search, and Research Innovations
Penn prepares for new student move-in and orientation, unveils a fully renovated historic Quad, and begins a presidential search, while researchers announce breakthroughs in male infertility and fetal monitoring.
HealthScience & TechnologyBusinessSportEducationMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceEnvironmentSocial IssuesEconomy University of PennsylvaniaStudent Move-InCollege HousesPresidential SearchQuadrangle RenovationMale InfertilityFetal Monitoring
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NOAA Reports Continued Calm Space Weather Outlook
NOAA's latest space weather advisory confirms a calm period, with no storms observed last week and none expected for the coming week. This outlook ensures stable conditions for space-dependent technologies.
Science & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentAstronomy and SpaceFederal Government Space WeatherNOAASpace Weather Prediction CenterAdvisoryOutlookAstronomyBoulder, ColoradoSolar Flares
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Governor DeWine Deploys State Aid to Ohio Counties After Heavy Rainfall
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine dispatches state assets, including Highway Patrol, ODOT, and National Guard, to Perry, Muskingum, and Morgan counties. This aid supports local first responders with traffic control, debris clearing, sandbagging, and food distribution following severe rainfall and ongoing summer storms.
Politics and GovernmentWeatherLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsTransportationGeneral Weather OhioGovernor Mike DeWineEmergency ResponseRainfallPerry CountyMuskingum CountyMorgan CountyOhio Governors Office
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USAF/NOAA Forecasts Low Solar Activity, Potential for M-Class Flares
A joint USAF/NOAA report forecasts low solar activity with a slight chance of M-class flares and quiet to active geomagnetic conditions for August 17-19, 2026. Five sunspot regions are currently observed, with minor geomagnetic storms possible at high latitudes.
Science & TechnologyWeatherAstronomy and SpaceGeneral Weather NOAAUSAFSolar activityGeomagnetic fieldM-class flareSunspot regionsSpace weatherSolar Flares
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CAIR Calls for Hate Crime Probe After Long Island Mosque Vandalism Amid Rising Anti-Muslim Incidents
CAIR-NY urges a hate crime investigation into vandalism at a Long Island mosque site, as the organization reports a 183% increase in mosque-related incidents and a record number of anti-Muslim bias complaints nationwide.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementConflictWorldGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesMiddle EastState GovernmentsFederal Government CAIR-NYHate CrimeMosque VandalismLong IslandAnti-Muslim BiasReligious IntimidationCivil RightsCAIR Breaking News
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Media Monitor: White House reports major naval expansion, record low drug prices, and new cybercrime powers
The White House is reporting President Trump signed orders for a new naval shipyard and expanded federal cybercrime powers, alongside news of record low prescription drug prices and a drop in D.C. homicides.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementHealthWhite HouseFederal GovernmentEconomyTradeLegalElection Donald J TrumpNaval ExpansionPrescription Drug PricesCybercrimeImmigration PolicyWashington D.C.FBI InvestigationsThe White House
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Media Monitor: NPR Reports on Hormone Therapies, Maternity Care Gaps, and Trump Administration's Health Policies
NPR Health is reporting on the complexities of hormone replacement therapies for men and women, the growing crisis of maternity care deserts, and the impact of Trump administration health policies.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentMedical ScienceFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesGeneral Politics Hormone TherapyTestosteroneMenopauseMaternity CareMidwivesDonald TrumpHealthcare PolicyNPR Health
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Mayor Bowser to Host "Clap Them Back" Event for DC Students
Mayor Bowser and DC officials invite community to "Clap Them Back" event on August 24, 2026, to welcome public school students across all eight wards with encouragement and positive energy for the new school year.
Politics and GovernmentUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationSocial Issues Mayor BowserDistrict of ColumbiaBack to SchoolPublic SchoolsCommunity EventWashington D.C.District of Columbia Mayors Office
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Media Monitor: Trump dismisses USS Abraham Lincoln concerns; ICE body cameras questioned; Greenland rebukes oil company; Egg recall escalates
TIME magazine is reporting that President Donald J Trump dismissed concerns about the USS Abraham Lincoln's deployment, while experts question the effectiveness of new ICE body cameras. Greenland has rebuked a U.S. oil company, and a salmonella egg recall escalated.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessEntertainment Donald J TrumpUSS Abraham LincolnImmigration and Customs EnforcementGreenlandSalmonellaEgg recallLanternsTIME magazine
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Governor Sherrill to March in Jersey City's Puerto Rican Parade
Governor Sherrill is set to march in Jersey City's 66th Annual Puerto Rican Parade on August 16, 2026. The event at Lincoln Park will be open to the press, though the Governor will not be available for interviews.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesState GovernmentsGeneral Politics Governor SherrillJersey CityPuerto Rican ParadeNew JerseyParades & FestivalsGovernment & PoliticsPublic ScheduleOffice of New Jersey Governor
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Connecticut Flags to Return to Full-Staff Sunday Evening
Governor Ned Lamont has ordered Connecticut flags to return to full-staff Sunday evening, August 16, 2026. This follows a period of half-staff observance for former Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman, whose calling hours are Sunday.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState Governments Ned LamontConnecticutFlagsNancy WymanHalf-staffGovernmentObituaryConnecticut Governors Office
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY reports on immigration court changes, Hawaii hurricane, and 2028 primary developments
USA TODAY reports on the Trump administration's use of mass preliminary hearings in immigration courts, Hurricane Lala's impact on Hawaii, and early insights into the 2028 Democratic primary race.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsLegalSocial Issues Immigration courtsTrump administrationHurricane LalaHawaii weatherCollege graduates2028 Democratic primaryBernie SandersUSA TODAY Daily Briefing
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Media Monitor: Los Angeles Schools Implement Screen Time Limits; Other Education and Health News Reported
NPR is reporting on the Los Angeles Unified School District's new screen time limits, a report on abuse at Interlochen Center for the Arts, and the University of Michigan's new grading system. It also covers maternity care deserts, a dismissed lawsuit against Harvard, and President Trump's vaccine order.
EducationHealthPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologySocial IssuesFederal GovernmentMedical ScienceLegal Los Angeles Unified School DistrictScreen Time LimitsInterlochen Center for the ArtsUniversity of MichiganMaternity CareDonald J TrumpNPR Editorial
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Media Monitor: NPR reports on National Guard deployment, cyberattacks, and changing downtowns
NPR is reporting on the extended National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C., concerns over potential election involvement, alleged Iranian cyberattacks on U.S. water systems, and the evolving landscape of American downtowns.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetEconomyAfricaElection National GuardWashington D.C.President TrumpCybersecurityIranRetail IndustryWest AfricaNPR Breaking NewsNPR
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Media Monitor: Wall Street Journal Opinion Covers Wisconsin Primary, Trump's Vaccine Order, University Grading, and WNBA
The Wall Street Journal Opinion covers the Wisconsin Democratic primary, President Trump's vaccine order, the University of Michigan's grading policy, and a WNBA controversy, according to its latest summary.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEntertainmentSportGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyMedical ScienceSocial Issues Wisconsin Democratic PrimaryDonald TrumpVaccinesUniversity of MichiganWNBAAnthony BourdainPoliticsWall Street Journal Opinion
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NOAA Reports Low Solar Activity, Slight Flare Risk
A joint USAF/NOAA report details low solar activity with eight sunspot regions. A slight chance of M-class solar flares is forecast for the next three days, while geomagnetic conditions are expected to range from quiet to active.
Science & TechnologyWeatherAstronomy and SpaceEnvironmentGeneral Weather Solar ActivityGeomagnetic FieldNOAAUSAFM-class flareSunspot RegionsSpace WeatherSolar Flares
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Maryland Man Arrested for Franconia Peeping and Stalking Incidents
A Maryland man has been arrested and charged with peeping and stalking in Franconia after two incidents on Coverdale Way. Police are now seeking additional victims who may have encountered the suspect, Landon Anthony Taylor.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial IssuesState Governments Landon Anthony TaylorFranconiaPeepingStalkingArrestFairfax County Police DepartmentCrimeReston
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Media Monitor: Obama to launch books podcast, NPR seeks reader recommendations
NPR Books is reporting that former President Barack Obama will launch a new books podcast. The outlet also highlighted reader recommendations for adult books featuring animal narrators.
MediaEntertainmentUSA Barack ObamaPodcastBooksNPRAnimal NarratorsLiteratureNPR Books
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Media Monitor: TIME Health Highlights Human Element in Medicine Amid AI Advances
TIME Health reports on the irreplaceable human touch in medicine despite AI's potential, alongside news from CBS and Greater Good on animal companionship, communication, and a new cancer treatment.
HealthScience & TechnologyMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues AI in MedicineHealthcarePatient CareCancer TreatmentCommunicationAnimal WelfareDr. Natasha ChidaTIME Health