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Excavation begins within two weeks on Trump's 250-foot arch amid opposition, Burgum says — 1dInterior Secretary Doug Burgum announced that construction will begin soon on President Trump's 250-foot Great Triumphal Arch at Memorial Circle, a project critics say would disrupt sightlines between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery and faces a pending lawsuit over its authorization. Support for the arch has come from the National Park Service, and the project is framed as a landmark addition to Washington’s skyline as part of Trump’s broader plans to reshape the capital.

Dana Whitfield feet is enormous. I'd like to see the actual funding breakdown before calling this a done deal.

Washington father survives brutal Alaska bear attack, films goodbye message — 3dA Washington state hunter, 27-year-old Jadon Nicoara, was mauled by a brown bear during a caribou hunt on Alaska’s North Slope; his cousin fired at the bear and Nicoara eventually shot it, saving his life. He filmed a goodbye message for his wife as the attack unfolded, was airlifted to Anchorage and then Seattle for extensive reconstructive treatment, and is now recovering at home.

Maya Lindstrom That takes real presence of mind to keep fighting after being that badly hurt. Glad his cousin was there with him.

White House launches MAGA arcade games, sparks backlash over deportation themes — 1dThe White House launched a retro-style arcade on its site featuring five games—Build the Wall, Rio Run, Supply Line, Flappy Bill, and Trump Savings Tycoon—that promote President Trump’s policy agenda, highlighting border security, Make America Healthy Again, and proposed savings for children. The games recast immigration, health, and fiscal themes in familiar formats like Tetris, Snake, and Tapper, with imagery tied to Washington landmarks and deportation as a narrative element in some titles.

Nicole Hardy Turning deportation into a video game is a new low, even for this administration.

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Iran Says U.S. Strike Hit Wedding in Kuhestak — 2dIran's top negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf branded the United States as 'Satan' and 'Great Satan' after a U.S. strike on a wedding in Kuhestak, linking it to earlier deadly assaults on civilians such as a Minab school and a Lamerd sports hall, while Tehran signaled retaliation and condemned Washington's actions as part of a broader pattern. Iran retaliated with mentions of strikes on U.S. bases in the region and vowed firmness, framing the attacks as civilian-targeted aggression by the United States.

Iranian Strikes Test Jordan’s US Alliance — 1dJordan under King Abdullah II remains a central US ally hosting American forces, with defense cooperation and multiple bases in the country targeted by Iranian strikes, while leaders emphasize the partnership as essential to counter Iran and regional instability. Despite economic pain, refugee pressures, and West Bank tensions, Jordan pledges to maintain its security ties with Washington to deter regional disruption and safeguard stability.

Derek Foss Economic strain plus refugee numbers plus now missiles overhead - Jordan's carrying a lot of weight for regional stability.

Kennedy Center removes 'Blue' sculpture as parkway lanes close — 3dThe Kennedy Center began dismantling Joel Shapiro's Blue sculpture, installed in 2019, as part of broader changes to the center under President Trump's push to reshape Washington's cultural institutions, with the artist's work potentially reinstalled elsewhere. The removal has drawn public reaction and involved logistical disruptions, including temporary traffic closures and ongoing debates over the center's branding and future renovations.

Washington Park Mass Shooting One Dead Nine WoundedWorld — Aug 28, 2026A man died after being attacked by multiple dogs in the 2100 block of North 49th Street in Washington Park, with authorities saying the death occurred at the scene and the case is under active investigation. Neighbors described fear around dog incidents and reported the dogs belong to a neighbor who is a landlord, underscoring ongoing community concerns about pet control in the area.

Rubio to visit Colombia, Ecuador and Peru as U.S. deepens regional ties — 1dU.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Colombia, Ecuador and Peru to strengthen partnerships, discuss drug-trafficking cooperation, and expand trade with leaders seen as close to President Trump amid broader U.S. involvement in the region. The trip follows recent Venezuelan oil-for-security moves and highlights Washington's engagement with new Latin American administrations, including Colombia’s Abelardo de la Espriella, Peru’s Keiko Fujimori, and Ecuador’s Daniel Noboa.

Sam Okafor Nice that Washington's finally paying attention to South America again, but let's see if promises turn into real investment.

Ravens Rout Commanders to cap preseason; Pinter out — Aug 29, 2026The Baltimore Ravens crushed the Washington Commanders 41-3 to close the preseason, showcasing dominant defense, a productive offense with three quarterbacks contributing, and strong performances from Huntley, Fagnano, and Wester. While the defense stifled Washington and Baltimore finished undefeated in the preseason, kicker Tyler Loop had a shaky night and the team is weighing roster decisions, including whether Fagnano or another quarterback will remain on the 53-man squad.

Marlins Rally Past Nationals; Crews Walk-Off Later — 6dDylan Crews delivered his first major league walk-off, a 10th-inning RBI single that lifted the Washington Nationals to a 5-4 win over the Miami Marlins, marking the Nationals’ first walk-off win of the season as well as a three-game win streak. The win came despite Cade Cavalli leaving after four innings with calf discomfort, with Orlando Ribalta earning the victory and Washington extending its hot run.

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Nvidia forms PAC to expand Washington lobbying — Aug 27, 2026Nvidia is launching an employee-funded political action committee to influence U.S. policy on AI and chip regulation, marking a shift from its longtime firewall between corporate resources and political activity. Executives have already contributed to political committees, and CEO Jensen Huang has built a rapport with the Trump administration as Washington intensifies scrutiny of AI policy.

Washington chemical tank failure kills 11 workersWorld — Aug 28, 2026A chemical tank at Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview, Washington was deemed unfit for continued service 10 months before it failed in May, releasing about 900,000 gallons of white liquor and killing 11 workers. The U.S. Chemical Safety Board says the tank remained in operation despite multiple inspections in 2025–2026 noting thinning walls and recommendations to repair or derate it, while investigators continue determining the cause.

Carver and God's Little WorkshopGood News — FROM 1921Born enslaved, George Washington Carver revived Southern farming from a lab he called 'God's little workshop' — and told the Senate where his ideas came from.

Xi expected to bring unusually large CEO delegation to Trump summit, sources say — 1dChinese President Xi Jinping is preparing to bring a sizeable group of Chinese business executives to Washington for the September 24 summit with Trump, signaling Beijing’s desire to renew investment and strengthen U.S.–China commercial ties despite ongoing scrutiny and domestic regulatory crackdowns. The delegation—unusually large as Xi rarely travels with executives—aims to reinforce ties and offer potential economic gains for the White House ahead of midterm elections, following a precedent set by the 2015 visit that yielded a major Boeing deal and high-profile tech engagement, though the exact lineup remains undisclosed.

Priya Raman Big delegation, bigger photo op. Let's see if any actual deals materialize this time or just handshakes.

California, Washington Degrees Earn Highest Salaries, Study FindsBusiness — Aug 28, 2026A mix of findings shows that college majors range from niche programs in Washington, like winemaking and Canadian studies, which can lead to solid earnings, to California-focused studies finding top salaries in STEM and nursing with humanities earning less. Nationally, Stanford tops TIME’s Best Colleges 2026–27, while California analyses emphasize that math, computer science, and nursing yield the highest early-career pay, underscoring ongoing questions about the value of different majors.

Sept. 1, 2026 Lottery Results and ClaimsLifestyle — 5dState lotteries in New Mexico, Washington, North Carolina, Virginia, and Illinois published Sept. 1, 2026 draw results for various games and outlined prize-claim procedures. Details on where to redeem prizes and required documentation vary by state, including in-person claim centers and mail-in options.

September Sports History Spans Boxing, Football, OlympicsSports — 2dSept. 4 boxing history features Gilberto Román defending his WBC super flyweight title in Japan, Jorge Arce winning a war at light flyweight in Mexico, Cory Spinks retaining the welterweight belt in Las Vegas, and Omar Niño keeping the light flyweight crown in Jalisco. Broader Sept. 3–4 coverage highlights postwar global tensions, regional sports development in Washington state, National Sports Day celebrations in India, and early milestones in American football history.

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Russia helps quell Niger mutiny, expanding its footprint in AfricaWorld — 5dXi and Putin frame a growing China-Russia partnership as a pillar of a multipolar world, with Africa increasingly engaging multiple powers beyond Washington, Beijing, and Moscow. Meanwhile Russia expands its Africa security footprint, directly intervening in Niger to support the junta, highlighting Africa as a key arena for Moscow’s influence through the Africa Corps alongside other regional actors.

M23 Counteroffensive Expands in South Kivu — Aug 28, 2026M23 rebels mounted a counteroffensive in Kalehe, reversing recent army gains and intensifying fighting in the eastern DRC. President Félix Tshisekedi ruled out M23 participation in the national dialogue, reaffirming the Washington peace framework and the Doha process as the path for reintegration for individuals who renounce violence.

DOJ Sues 4 States Over In-State Tuition — Aug 28, 2026The Justice Department has sued a total of 21 states, including Arizona, New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington, alleging that allowing in-state tuition and financial aid for undocumented immigrants discriminates against U.S. citizens and circumvents federal law. Courts have varied in their rulings on these policies, with some states’ programs already struck down in other cases.

U.S. officials accuse COSCO of hidden spying equipment as China denies claims — 4dU.S. officials allege that COSCO uses concealed, sophisticated signals-intelligence equipment on its merchant ships to monitor military communications, encryption developments, and key maritime routes across Europe, North America, and Asia, citing a decades-long Beijing partnership. China and COSCO deny the spying claims, while the allegations surface as Washington discusses security and trade with Beijing ahead of a Trump-Xi summit and amid Pentagon listings tying COSCO to China’s military.

Sam Okafor If COSCO ships are docking at our ports for decades, basic due diligence should've caught this way earlier than now.

Lions Pick Dobbs Starter vs Washington — Aug 20, 2026Detroit Lions quarterback Josh Dobbs will start the second preseason game against Washington, with rookie Luke Altmyer set to split snaps as part of an open backup competition behind Jared Goff. Coach Dan Campbell and Dobbs say the veteran is growing more comfortable in Detroit's offense with additional practice time, while Altmyer is showing potential as a complementary option.

Sparks Hold Off Mystics 88-82 — Aug 28, 2026The Los Angeles Sparks rallied to an 88-82 win over the Washington Mystics, with Nneka Ogwumike scoring 24 and Rae Burrell delivering 12 of her 15 in the fourth quarter. The result highlights the contrast of the Mystics pursuing a playoff push while the struggling Sparks, who traded away Kelsey Plum, continue to navigate a difficult season despite standout performances from Burrell and Sonia Citron.

4,700 troops join Indonesia-US drills as Jakarta balances China ties — 5dIndonesia, the United States and a broad coalition launched the annual Super Garuda Shield with about 4,700 personnel from 13 countries, aiming to deter aggression and bolster Indo-Pacific security while Indonesia maintains a neutral, free-and-active stance amid balancing ties with Washington and Beijing. Separately, the UAE and South Korea conducted Rabdan Al Sharq/3 to strengthen military readiness, joint planning, and interoperability as part of ongoing defense cooperation in the region.

Marcus Bell Good to see UAE and South Korea deepening ties too, shows this isn't just one region's concern but a wider push for readiness.

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