On September 3, 2026, AI services from OpenAI, Anthropic, and xAI faced outages. OpenAI cited a routing error, while Anthropic reported a partial outage affecting its Claude models. SpaceX attributed issues with Grok to an outage at its Memphis compute center. There were also unconfirmed reports of a Google Gemini outage.
Senator Ted Cruz is reportedly considering a presidential campaign for 2028, having traveled to Iowa multiple times this year. In a recent podcast, he discussed the potential impact of President Trump's endorsement and criticized Vice President JD Vance. Cruz has expressed his ambitions but faces competition from other Republican candidates.
The Trump administration has filed a request with the Supreme Court to approve a regulation that would restrict the U.S. Postal Service from delivering ballots to states lacking voter data sharing with the federal government. This move aims to enforce new mail voting limits.
The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to approve a rule that would restrict the U.S. Postal Service from delivering ballots to states that do not share voter data. This move is part of broader discussions on mail voting regulations.
Vice President JD Vance stated during a White House press briefing that he does not consider the military conflict with Iran a "war" at this time and cannot predict its end. He expressed skepticism about reports from Iranian state media regarding civilian casualties and emphasized the U.S. commitment to not targeting civilians. Vance also addressed leadership concerns within the Pentagon and expressed sympathy for the widow of an airman killed in combat.
Vice President JD Vance held a press briefing at the White House on September 3, 2026, where he discussed the conflict involving Iran. He indicated that he would not refer to the situation as a war.
Joe Concha criticized Anna Wintour for her support of designer John Galliano after the Metropolitan Museum of Art canceled a planned Met Gala exhibit due to backlash over Galliano's past antisemitic remarks. Concha expressed concerns about rising antisemitism and the implications of political figures not disavowing controversial comments made by public figures.
Excavation work for a proposed gilded arch in Washington DC is set to begin within two weeks, as announced by the Trump administration. The project faces legal challenges and criticism regarding its impact on historic sightlines.
The Trump administration has requested the Supreme Court to lift a block on a new mail ballot rule for the U.S. Postal Service. Solicitor General D. John Sauer argues that the rule is constitutional and necessary to manage USPS operations without infringing on state election authority, especially as states prepare to send mail ballots for the upcoming elections.
Felix Auger-Aliassime lost to Karen Khachanov in the second round of the U.S. Open after winning the first set. Auger-Aliassime reported feeling unwell during the match, experiencing dizziness and visual disturbances, and indicated he would seek medical tests. Khachanov's victory was his second top-10 win at a Grand Slam.
A Washington high school wrestler has appealed her Title IX lawsuit to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, seeking safety protections after an alleged assault by a transgender opponent during a match. The case raises questions about the participation of transgender athletes in girls' sports and the safety of female competitors.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham and French President Emmanuel Macron met in London to discuss migration, trade, and defense. They addressed issues such as small boat crossings and the EU's Made in Europe agenda, which may affect the UK steel industry. Macron emphasized the importance of strengthening relations between the two countries.
Leon Black has filed a lawsuit against the House oversight committee, contesting subpoenas related to its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Black argues that the subpoenas lack a legitimate connection to the committee's purpose and would compromise the privacy of women involved. The committee's chairman is seeking more information regarding nondisclosure agreements related to Black's alleged activities.
Lindsay Clancy's defense attorney has requested the dismissal of a juror who allegedly does not adhere to the instructions regarding reasonable doubt. Judge William Sullivan is considering the request while jurors prepare for their seventh day of deliberations, with indications that they may be deadlocked 11-1. Clancy is accused of killing her three children and is pursuing an insanity defense.
Enes Kanter Freedom has filed a lawsuit against the Chicago Sky after being ejected from Wintrust Arena following an altercation with guard Natasha Cloud. The lawsuit claims that Freedom's First Amendment rights were violated when he was banned from the arena after expressing his views on women's sports through a T-shirt. He is seeking damages and a court declaration of his rights.
New York City has implemented a one-year ban on artificial intelligence in elementary and middle school classrooms, affecting 600,000 students. The policy aims to prioritize human interaction in education and will include a study on the impact of AI use. While teachers can use AI for lesson planning, the ban restricts the use of many educational tools and includes exceptions for certain students and programs.
Volkswagen plans to cut 50,000 jobs in response to heightened competition from Chinese manufacturers. The company is also adjusting its annual production targets and reducing its model offerings.
The jury in the Lindsay Clancy trial was sent home on Thursday after a defense attorney attributed the ongoing deadlock to one juror. The jury is reportedly divided 11-1 and will return for further deliberations on Friday.
Syed Imam, 30, has been sentenced to six years for attempted rape after security staff intervened during the incident near a train station in Canary Wharf on March 14. The Metropolitan Police reported a significant increase in arrests and charges for violence against women and girls, reflecting their commitment to addressing such offenses.
Senator Jim Justice of West Virginia has announced he is considering a run for the governor's office in 2028. He indicated during a radio appearance that he is fully contemplating a primary challenge to the incumbent governor.
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