Tag Archives: August 2026

THE NEW YORK TIMES – SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2026

How Trump’s Policy Agenda Runs Through One Federal Court, in Texas

For years, conservative litigants flocked to Judge Reed O’Connor’s district. Now, North Texas has become a favorite destination of the Justice Department.

Long Lines for Gas in Iran Show War and U.S. Blockade Squeezing Supply

The government is struggling to meet a shortfall in fuel and is wary that higher prices at the pump could stir unrest.

China Says 261 Foreigners From 23 Countries Are Missing in Tibet Flood

The disclosure offered one of the clearest pictures yet of the disaster on the Chinese side of the border, where the authorities have released few details.

Deportees Recount Harrowing Journeys to Africa: Shackles, a ‘Freezer’ and Blows

Ten deportees who described violent treatment by ICE said they spent months in detention before being sent to countries where they had no ties.

Warsh, After Talking Tough on Inflation, Faces a ‘No-Win Situation’ on Rates

THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE- AUGUST 30, 2026

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THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE: The 8.30.26 Issue features Charles Homans on Democratic Socialists; Chien-Chi Chang on civil-defense drills in Taiwan; Jon Ronson on Greg Chism’s strange journey with YouTube; and more.

Rachel Cusk Tried to Caricature Natalie Portman. She Only Caricatured Herself.

Her latest novel appears to savage a celebrity. But Cusk has, once again, managed to turn herself into the victim.

In ‘9 to 5,’ Dolly Parton Put a Friendly Face on Feminism

In 1980, feminists were often stereotyped as man-hating or out of touch. Then Parton gave the movement a boost — and an anthem. By Susan Dominus

It’s One of Our Greatest and Most Controversial Novels. How Should It Be Taught?

I traveled around the country to find out if “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” still has a place in the classroom. By Ruth Franklin

‘Cult’ Used to Mean Something. Now It Applies to Taylor Swift and Trader Joe’s.

The word today applies to more than religious sects, but it says something about our worshipful attitude toward consumption. By Sophie Haigney

BARRON’S MAGAZINE – AUGUST 31, 2026 PREVIEW

BARRON’S MAGAZINE: The latest issue features ‘No End In Sight’ – The AI bubble is unlikely to burst anytime soon. We break it down.

Is the AI Capex Bubble About to Burst? What 250 Years of Market History Tell Us.

The spending on artificial intelligence will end, but probably not when investors suspect it will.

Fed’s Warsh Signals Hawkish Shift on Inflation at Jackson Hole

The Fed chairman told his audience that lower prices are a firm goal.

Berkshire’s Warren Buffett Is Turning 96. He’s Still Painting His Mona Lisa.

The company’s new chairman “deserves nothing but accolades,” one analyst says. But there is one blemish on his report card: the lagging stock.

Why the Trade War and Iran War Aren’t Stopping the Stock Market Rally

After months of military and trade conflicts, investors might expect an impact on the stock market. It hasn’t happened.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2026

How Meta’s $17.1 Billion Social Media Settlement Came Together

State attorneys general spent months in negotiations. Then, as its legal losses mounted, the company’s new top lawyer brought a huge settlement to the table.

U.S. Reaches Deal for Control of 65 Billion Barrels of Venezuela’s Oil Reserves

The stake, which is almost as much as all proven reserves in the U.S., points to an effort to achieve asset dominance over energy in the Western Hemisphere.

For Trump, the Iran War Is Stuck Between Combat and Genuine Peace

The war has deteriorated over the past six months into President Trump’s own version of a “forever war,” with no clear goals and no end in sight.

‘Immense’ Devastation as Nepal Continues Search for 2,400 Missing in Floods

As rescue efforts entered their fourth day, the scale of destruction came into focus, signaling a daunting recovery for the vulnerable nation.

Carney Has Canadians’ Support on Trump. Now Comes the Hard Part.

The U.S.-Canada trade war has galvanized Canadians behind their prime minister’s decision to walk away from negotiations. What happens when the time comes for talks to restart?

THE NEW YORK TIMES – FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2026

Six Months In, Iran’s Regime Stands and U.S. Goals Remain Unmet

President Trump’s replacement of a military war with a heightened economic one is not expected to alter Iran’s strategy.

Why Many Iranians Are Losing Hope

Iranians have become increasingly desperate, as they grapple with an economic crisis and become more skeptical about President Trump’s motives.

New Nepal Flood Warning Clouds Desperate Search for Survivors

The Nepali police warned people to head for safety because of the threat of more water. But China said that the risk of a Tibetan lake overflowing had decreased.

Disaster Experts Say Nepal Glacier Collapse Was Difficult to Predict

Inside Afghanistan’s Secret Schools for Girls

The Taliban have banned education for millions of Afghan girls. Times journalists examined classrooms where students, teachers and parents continue to resist by defying the rules.

THE ECONOMIST MAGAZINE – AUGUST 29, 2026 PREVIEW

THE ECONOMIST MAGAZINE: The latest issue features ‘The Unwelcoming States of America’…

The Unwelcoming States of America

By trying to change its demographic trajectory, Donald Trump will make his country weaker

Mark Carney must beware an all-out trade war

His latest tariff threats are proportionate. But the situation could get out of hand

America will regret Scott Bessent’s bond-market misadventures

But expect them to continue, so long as government debt stays high

America’s new sanctions are unlikely to topple Iran’s regime

But that may not be the aim

THE GUARDIAN WEEKLY —- AUGUST 28, 2026 PREVIEW

THE GUARDIAN WEEKLY: The latest issue features ‘The forgotten health crisis’ – DRC’s Ebola outbreak passes grim milestone. 

The Democratic Republic of the Congo has just passed the grim milestone of 100 days since it declared its 17th Ebola outbreak.

What is the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on record could also become the world’s deadliest ever.

For our big story this week, Prosper Heri Ngorora and Rachel Savage report on the frontline health workers who say, as the disease spreads “exponentially”, they have been left unpaid and at risk of infection.

Explaining the figures behind the outbreak, and the race to find vaccines and treatments, global health correspondent Kat Lay answers five key questions.

And Jean Kaseya, director general of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, and Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, director general of the World Health Organization, write that tapping into community leadership and knowledge is essential to halting the virus’s spread.

Spotlight | ‘We will go on – but it will be more scary’
Dan Sabbagh reports from Kyiv where, as Russian missiles rain down, casualties are mounting and the mood is darkening

Environment | Killed by kindness
Scientists were surprised to find all but two of 12 grizzlies died within a year of their “feelgood” release, unable to sustain their high-calorie diet and inclined to approach humans, writes Rebecca Ratcliffe

Feature | A family at war
Meaghan Beatley tells the remarkable story of a young Argentinian activist who thought her father’s disapproval of her leftwing views was purely political. But one evening, a kiss goodbye sent her on a remarkable journey that continues today

Opinion | Marine Le Pen’s career resurrection
No longer banned from next year’s presidential election, the far-right veteran is a bigger threat than ever, says Mujtaba Rahman

Culture | Playing the bad guy
As his new film Bitter Christmas is released, legendary Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar talks to Ryan Gilbey about Donald Trump, Netflix – and being the villain in his own movie

THE NEW YORK TIMES – THURSDAY, AUGUST 27, 2026

Where Drones Cannot See, the Ukraine War Is a Deadly Game of Cat and Mouse

Russian troops are trying to infiltrate the vast, overgrown reservoir basin of a dam they blew up three years ago as Ukrainian soldiers hunt them at close quarters.

Rescuers Scour Himalayan Valleys for Survivors After Devastating Flood

More than 1,000 people were missing in Nepal and the Tibet region of China after a torrent of mud, water and ice swept away villages and bridges. Officials said at least 335 people had been killed.

Republicans Are Caught in a Bind With Trump as Midterms Near

President Trump’s pull with the party base is clear and his resources are vast. But his low approval ratings make him a liability with swing voters.

Russian Sanctions Are Fueling a Canadian Car Theft Epidemic

Russia is the largest destination for stolen Canadian cars. Smugglers are meeting the demand of a booming black market.

Saudi Response to Houthis’ Attacks on Ships May Be a New War

Analysts say that weeks of Houthi attacks on Saudi targets have brought the kingdom and the Iranian-backed militia to the brink of full-blown conflict, and could open a new front in the Iran war.

The Wall Street Journal – WEDNSEDAY, AUG. 26, 2026

The Canadian Bad Cop on the Front Lines of the U.S. Trade War

Ontario leader Doug Ford has urged Prime Minister Mark Carney to take a hard line with Washington and hurled insults at President Trump.

Three Takeaways From Bill Gates’s 5,784-Word Warning on AI: ‘There Is No Plan’

The billionaire philanthropist urges regulation and global coordination to prepare for the likely harms to employment, safety and well-being.

The Fed Chairman Is Heading to Jackson Hole Without a Clear Stance on Inflation

Kevin Warsh has kept his views on interest rates close to the vest, leaving investors and Fed officials to guess how he plans to tackle persistent inflation.

How the Iranian Shahed Drone Transformed War—With China’s Help

The rapid rise of cheap one-way attack drones was made possible by a complex global supply chain that keeps leading back to China.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026

From ‘Fortress North America’ to All-Out Trade War: How the U.S.-Canada Talks Collapsed

Detailed accounts of the final hours of the negotiations show that, while the United States offered Canada what it said was the best deal of any country, what Canada had to give up in exchange was seen as unthinkable.

What Happened to the Coveted Western Tanks Sent to Ukraine?

Ukraine pleaded for the expensive weapons, and ultimately got them, but drones have rendered them almost unusable.

Study’s Alarming Finding: At Least 1 in 4 N.F.L. Players Gets Brain Disease

Researchers said the actual prevalence of C.T.E., the degenerative brain disease, may be much higher.

How to Minimize Risk if Your Child Plays Football

Supreme Court Allows Trump to Pursue Mail Voting Limits, for Now

President Trump’s executive order creates “state citizenship lists” and directs the Postal Service to decide who gets a mail-in ballot

Trump Quietly Asserts Control Over Postal Service Amid Plans to Overhaul Voting