American physician-scientist and immunologist; long-time director of NIAID
England defeats DR Congo 2-1, with Harry Kane scoring twice to secure a place in the Round of 16. DR Congo are eliminated after finishing bottom of Group F. The Congolese coach Desabre reveals his father’s death after the match. The result preserves England’s unbeaten run and advances them to face Mexico in the next round.
Chipotle has removed jalapeños from restaurants after public health officials have linked a Salmonella Javiana outbreak to jalapeños served at multiple Mexican‑style restaurants. Minnesota has identified 110 cases tied to the outbreak; the FDA has opened an active investigation and has started sampling but has not issued a recall. Chipotle says it has replaced the peppers from different growers.
Gas prices remain elevated amid renewed fighting in the Iran conflict. National averages hover near $4 per gallon, with regional spikes on the West Coast. The White House says energy supply will be stabilized, while voters link costs to inflation and political stakes ahead of elections.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee has voted 8–5 to hold Dr Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after he invoked the Fifth Amendment repeatedly during a hearing on pandemic decisions and the origins of COVID‑19. Chairman Rand Paul has authorised sending the committees report to the DC US attorney for possible prosecution and has threatened to certify the citation to the Senate president if the chamber is not in session.
President has unveiled a $22.5 billion plan to overhaul Dulles International Airport, replacing the mobile lounges with a rail system, expanding terminals, and adding parking. The project is financed by the airport, airlines, and bonds, with construction expected to take about two years.
A Senate hearing has spotlighted newly released diary pages from Fauci, fueling accusations that the scientist privately contradicted public statements as lawmakers push for questioning under the Fifth Amendment; experts note the diary entries document uncertainty in early pandemic days and ongoing debates about origins and gain-of-function research.
The Fauci diaries have intensified scrutiny of his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. A Senate panel has voted to hold him in contempt for refusing to answer questions, while states push for records. Republicans argue for accountability; Democrats defend the former NIH director amid a renewed focus on origins, lockdowns, and media coverage.
Two separate criminal cases are unfolding in New York and Connecticut. A son’s murder trial has prosecutors seeking a plea, while a Waterbury case centers on alleged long-term abuse of a stepson. Both proceedings highlight intense courtroom dynamics and contested accountability.
Disney’s experiences division has posted near $10 billion in quarterly revenue, a 10% year-over-year rise, driven by strong domestic attendance and promotions across parks and a recently expanded cruise fleet. Executives say marketing and new rides are fueling demand amid macro uncertainty.
Noting fresh diary entries and testimonies, reporters describe how Fauci’s past interactions with Katie Miller and Stephen Miller have been scrutinized as part of ongoing political and health-care debate, with fresh implications for trust and policy.
Fauci has invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing on his COVID-era policies. Rand Paul has moved to refer him to the Justice Department for contempt, arguing the presidential pardon does not shield him from self-incrimination. The diaries raise questions about private misgivings vs public statements, and about the origins of the virus and lockdowns.
Republicans on a Senate committee have voted to refer Dr. Anthony Fauci for possible contempt of Congress after he invoked the Fifth Amendment more than 100 times during a recent hearing. The measure, backed by committee chair Rand Paul, moves toward potential federal action despite a pre-emptive pardon covering actions through January 2025. The legal question centers on whether a pardon blocks Fifth Amendment protections in this setting.
Fauci has repeatedly invoked the Fifth Amendment during a heated hearing, citing constitutional protections as Republicans press for answers on Covid origins, vaccine guidance, and pandemic policy. A potential contempt vote hangs over the hearing, with Democrats arguing the process could harm public health and Republicans saying more must be disclosed.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee has voted to refer a contempt of Congress motion against Fauci to the Justice Department. Fauci has invoked the Fifth Amendment during questioning, citing long-standing constitutional protections, while Republicans argue the move highlights accountability for pandemic-era actions; Democrats caution it could impede future oversight.
Researchers at Stanford and the Arc Institute have used generative genome models to design and synthesise bacteriophage genomes; 16 of the lab-made viruses proved viable and a cocktail of them rapidly killed E. coli strains resistant to natural phages. Experts have warned the work has raised urgent biosafety and biosecurity questions about AI-designed genomes.
Cambridge University is continuing an independent review into Jason Arday’s appointment and tenure after his resignation amid plagiarism allegations, with findings to inform how senior appointments are made. The memoir controversy and broader debate over diversity in academia remain central.
Trump has floated JD Vance as a top pick for 2028 and has publicly questioned allies about a potential ticket with Marco Rubio. Donor dinners and private polling fuels fresh talk as opponents scrutinize the shifting landscape ahead of midterms.
A heated online clash over a $20 burrito reflects growing concerns about inflation and living costs. Conservative figures have traded barbs on X after Turning Point USA highlighted a student’s comment, drawing responses from Marc Thiessen and Vice President JD Vance. The exchange unfolds as voters label affordability a top issue ahead of the midterms.
Todd Blanche has been confirmed 50–49 as U.S. attorney general and sworn in at the White House. He has served as acting attorney general since April, previously represented the president, and has rescinded a proposed $1.8bn compensation fund while facing criticism that he is politicising the Justice Department and presiding over mass departures.
Hunter Biden has told the BBC that his fathers prostate cancer has metastasized further, reaching his bones and beyond. He has described the disease as painful and debilitating while saying the 83-year-old former president remains active publicly. Biden revealed the diagnosis in May 2025 and has been undergoing radiation and hormone therapy.
President Donald Trump has named Will Scharf as White House counsel and assistant to the president, effective Sept. 1. Scharf has served as White House staff secretary and chaired the National Capital Planning Commission; he has represented Trump in major cases, including at the Supreme Court. The change comes weeks after Trump elevated other former personal lawyers to senior legal roles.
South Carolina has held a special Republican primary to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham and has produced a runoff. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman have advanced; Rep. Russell Fry finished a close third. The Aug. 25 runoff will almost certainly decide the GOP nominee who will face Democrat Annie Andrews in November.
The newly released texts show Fauci discussing early vaccination risks in pregnancy, while officials acknowledge uncertainty in 2021. Since then, large studies have found no link between COVID-19 vaccines and miscarriage or adverse pregnancy outcomes. The conversation has become a political flashpoint as Republican lawmakers push into the public sphere.
Fauci has refused to testify again, arguing that compelling him would impermissibly harass him for political purposes after a contentious July 29 hearing. The move follows a contempt vote and a push by Rand Paul to send the matter to the DOJ, while Johnson pursues a parallel review of the COVID-19 response.
The Trump administration has urged states to separate the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine into individual shots. Several officials caution that doing so could fuel vaccine hesitancy and leave immunity gaps while some leaders push for more personal choice in immunization policies. New reporting shows the policy debate is unfolding amid mixed messages from health agencies and political leaders.
New documents obtained by AP and The Guardian contradict Kennedy's congressional testimony about his 2019 Samoa visit, showing he asked to study MMR vaccines and used