Google Maps has changed the display name of Lake Ontario to “Lake America” for users in the United States following an executive order from President Donald Trump. The move has triggered a fresh US-Canada dispute, while users in Canada will continue to see the traditional Lake Ontario name. Trump Order Drives Map Rename Trump announced

Tennessee officials are considering renaming Nashville International Airport in honor of country music legend Dolly Parton, recognizing her lasting influence on the state, global music and charitable causes. Airport Renaming Proposal Announced Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced a proposal Friday to rename Nashville International Airport, commonly known by its airport code

Washington is preparing to sharply reduce direct security assistance to the Kurdish Peshmerga as a four-year agreement approaches expiration, raising concerns over counterterrorism operations, force reforms and stability in northern Iraq. US–Peshmerga Agreement Nears Its End The US Department of Defense has reportedly informed officials in Iraq’s semi-autonomous Kurdistan Region that it does not

Former NASA astronaut Jonny Kim is returning to active-duty military service after nearly a decade with the space agency, closing a remarkable chapter that included work as an astronaut, engineer and International Space Station crew member. Kim will continue serving as a lieutenant commander in the U.S. Navy and is expected to work in naval aviation training after leaving NASA. Reflecting on his time with the agency, Kim said serving NASA and contributing to space explorat

A major power outage across Washington County left tens of thousands of Southern Utah residents without electricity Thursday evening, forcing utilities to begin rolling blackouts while crews worked to restore the main transmission system. More than 40,000 residents were affected during the outage. By around 8 p.m., Dixie Power reported that approximately 33,000 of its customers were still without electricity. Utility officials said breakers serving Washington County had tripped at a

A Capitol guillotine arrest in Washington has drawn attention after US Capitol Police found a full-size guillotine in the bed of a pickup truck parked near the Capitol complex. Officers arrested 35-year-old Philan-Tam-Duy Le of Julian, California, while investigators work to determine why he drove across the country with the device. Capitol guillotine found n

The Ross Fire has burned about 80,000 acres across Palo Pinto and Jack counties in North Texas and is 12% contained. Firefighters are using ground crews and aircraft as communities face evacuations, property damage, road closures and continued fire danger. The Ross Fire has burned about 80,000 acres across Palo Pinto and Jack counties in North Texas and was 12% contained as of Wednesday morning, August 26, 2026. The wildfi

The Kennedy Center demolition warning has intensified a legal and political fight over President Donald Trump’s plan to close the Washington arts institution for two years. Justice Department lawyers now argue that without major repairs, the landmark could deteriorate to the point where demolition becomes necessary. Trump renovation plan faces new legal pres

The Trump mail voting order received a temporary boost from the US Supreme Court on August 24, but the justices did not decide whether President Donald Trump can ultimately impose the disputed election measures. The 6-3 ruling focused on jurisdiction, leaving major legal questions unresolved before the November midterms. Supreme Court ruling gives Trump a pro

Suresh Patel was killed in a Tennessee robbery after a masked gunman opened fire at Ridgecrest Cellars in Jackson. The Indian-origin store owner died at the scene as Jackson Police began searching for the suspect and a white sedan.   Indian-origin businessman Suresh Patel was shot and killed during an armed robbery at a liquor store in Jackson, Tennessee, while his 19-year-old daughter was re

Official Pentagon data for FY2025 shows a further US military assault decline, with estimated unwanted sexual contact falling among active-duty women and men. The 2025 survey also found a higher reporting rate, while total sexual assault reports declined from recent years. Pentagon data The FY2025 Annual Report on Sexual Assault in the Military found that estimated unwanted sexual contact fell

US authorities have charged a 35-year-old Albany woman over an alleged ISIS-inspired plot targeting the New York State Capitol. The Justice Department says Jessica Bowie intended to use an explosive device against the building, kill public officials and later travel to Syria. She is presumed innocent unless proven guilty. Jessica Bowie ISIS plot charge Jessica Bowie, 35, made her

The US debt has crossed $40 trillion for the first time, putting renewed focus on federal deficits, higher interest costs and Treasury yields. The milestone does not mean an immediate debt crisis, but it highlights how rapidly Washington’s borrowing burden is growing. Why US debt keeps rising The United States’ gross national debt reach

A US Antarctic C17 mission turned back to New Zealand after a Russia alert prompted aviation authorities to warn of potentially hazardous activity over the Southern Ocean. The C17 return disrupted a WINFLY mission to McMurdo Station while New Zealand established a temporary NZ danger area. Russia alert triggers C-17 return A US Air Force C-17 Globemaster III flying from Christchurch to Antarcti

US President Donald Trump has renewed his push for the SAVE America Act, citing India’s voter ID system while arguing for stricter eligibility rules in American federal elections. His latest remarks put India’s massive election process at the center of a renewed debate over voter identification, citizenship checks and mail voting in the United States. SAVE

Ifest 2026 Schaumburg will bring culture, creativity and community service together on Saturday, August 15, at National India Hub in Schaumburg, Illinois. The free cultural fest will feature dance, music, fashion and multilingual performances while creating opportunities for people to connect. Schaumburg event celebrates cultures together Ifest 2026: A Celebration of Culture, Unity & Commun

The United States has launched Task Force Falcon Strike, a new multinational attack drone initiative designed to operate unmanned systems above, on and below the sea. CENTCOM says the force will combine US capabilities with regional partners as Washington expands drone warfare across the Middle East. Attack drone force expands across multiple domains U.S. Central Command announced Task Force Fa

A Texas Apache helicopter crash has killed two US Army soldiers after an AH-64E based at Fort Hood went down near Salado on Wednesday. Military personnel and emergency responders remain at the scene as investigators work to determine what caused the aircraft to crash during Fort Hood operations. Salado crash kills two Fort Hood soldiers Fo

Karoline Leavitt will leave her position as White House press secretary at the end of August, President Donald Trump announced Wednesday. The high-profile Trump aide cited the demands of raising two young children but plans to remain connected to the president as an outside adviser ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Karoline Leavitt exit follows family decis

Ohio power outage claims are drawing attention after severe storms cut electricity to more than 130,000 AEP Ohio customers. Utility liability is limited for natural events, but insurance, SNAP replacement benefits and PUCO complaints may provide other recovery options. Ohio storm outages leave customers counting losses Severe storms on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, knocked out electricity to more than 130,000 AEP Ohio c