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Vice President JD Vance Criticizes Senate Candidate Abdul El-Sayed at Rally

Vice President JD Vance labeled Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed as 'evil' during a rally in Sterling Heights, Michigan, on August 31, 2026. Vance criticized El-Sayed's comments on a synagogue attack and his association with controversial figures, while El-Sayed responded by condemning Vance's policies. The rally was organized by MAGA Inc., a super PAC linked to former President Trump, and highlighted key issues in the upcoming Senate election.

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Los Angeles Times

Trump Administration Shuts Down 110 Trucking Schools Over Language Proficiency Issues

The Trump administration has announced the closure of 110 commercial driving schools linked to over 5,000 truck drivers who failed English language proficiency tests, with California identified as a primary concern. Federal officials are also conducting a nationwide audit of third-party testers and have revoked the licenses of over 28,000 drivers since June 2025. Critics argue that the new regulations may exacerbate the truck driver shortage and perpetuate anti-immigrant bias.

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BBC — Business

Shein's Stock Market Debut Sees Shares Drop Nearly 10%

Shein's stock market debut in Hong Kong on August 31, 2026, saw shares drop nearly 10% after a prolonged effort to go public. The company, once valued at nearly $100 billion, is now valued at approximately $26.3 billion amid scrutiny over labor practices and environmental concerns. Shein faces challenges from regulatory pressures and competition, but analysts see potential for the company to adapt in the evolving market.

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Guardian — US

Pabst Offers Reward for Stolen Beer from California Warehouse

Pabst is offering a reward for the return of 40,000 pounds of its Blue Ribbon beer stolen from a California warehouse. The reward is valued at half the amount of the stolen beer, and the company is seeking its safe return.

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BBC — Business

Japanese Companies Increase Investment in India Amid China Risks

Japan's commerce minister Piyush Goyal recently led a business delegation to Japan to strengthen trade ties, as Japanese brands expand in India amid risks associated with China. Japanese banks are increasing investments in India's financial sector, and over 100 Japanese firms are contributing to the country's global capability centers. Despite the growing interest, challenges such as bureaucratic delays and tax uncertainties remain significant.

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Washington Examiner

Trump Requests Apple to Update Lake Ontario Name to 'Lake America'

President Donald Trump has requested Apple to update its maps to reflect the renaming of Lake Ontario to 'Lake America.' Interior Secretary Doug Burgum confirmed that Trump reached out to Apple directly after signing an executive order for the change. Google has already updated its maps to reflect the new name.

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The Verge

FTC and 22 States Sue Amazon Over Alleged Ad Pricing Practices

The FTC and 22 state attorneys general have initiated a lawsuit against Amazon, claiming the company has been overcharging for advertisements through a 'secret ad surcharge.' The lawsuit alleges violations of the FTC Act and various state laws, following a previous settlement related to Amazon's Prime subscription practices.

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Washington Examiner

Senator Susan Collins to Skip Republican Midterm Convention

Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) will not attend the Republican midterm convention in Dallas next week, as confirmed by a source. Collins has a history of skipping conventions during election cycles to maintain her voting attendance record. She is currently in a competitive race against Democratic nominee Troy Jackson, with recent polling showing Jackson at 48% and Collins at 46%.

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BBC — Business

FTC and 22 States File Lawsuit Against Amazon Over Alleged Ad Pricing Manipulation

The FTC and 22 states have filed a lawsuit against Amazon, alleging the company manipulated ad pricing, resulting in overcharges to more than a million advertising customers. The lawsuit claims that Amazon's practices have generated approximately $20 billion since 2019 and asserts that consumers have also been harmed by increased costs. Amazon has denied the allegations, stating that the FTC misunderstands how advertising auctions work.

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BBC — Business

FTC and 22 States Sue Amazon Over Alleged Ad Price Manipulation

The FTC and 22 states have filed a lawsuit against Amazon, alleging manipulation of online ad auctions that overcharged advertisers by approximately $20 billion since 2019. Amazon disputes the claims, stating that the FTC misunderstands how advertising works and that its auction practices are legitimate.

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BBC — World

FTC and 22 States Sue Amazon Over Alleged Ad Price Manipulation

The FTC and 22 states have filed a lawsuit against Amazon, alleging manipulation of ad prices that has resulted in overcharging advertising customers by approximately $20 billion since 2019. Amazon denies the allegations, claiming the lawsuit is misguided and asserting that its auction practices are misunderstood.

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Washington Examiner

FTC and 22 States File Lawsuit Against Amazon Over Alleged Misleading Advertising Practices

The Federal Trade Commission and 22 states have filed a lawsuit against Amazon, accusing the company of misleading advertisers by imposing hidden surcharges over the past seven years. The complaint alleges that Amazon inflated advertising prices and estimates that over $20 billion was illegally extracted from its advertising customers. Amazon has called the lawsuit misguided and disputes the claims made by the FTC.

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Axios

Treasury Secretary Bessent Meets with Russian Finance Minister at G20

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov during the G20, marking Russia's first attendance at such a meeting since the Ukraine invasion. The discussions included topics like Trump's Ukraine peace plan and economic growth, amidst ongoing sanctions from European nations aimed at isolating Russia.

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Al Jazeera English

Putin and Xi Strengthen Russia-China Relations at SCO Summit

At the SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed their strategic alliance amid global uncertainty. They discussed the strengthening of bilateral ties and cooperation, primarily focusing on economic relations, while briefly addressing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The summit marks the 25th anniversary of the SCO and includes over a dozen heads of state.

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Al Jazeera English

Putin and Xi Reaffirm Strategic Alliance at SCO Summit in Kyrgyzstan

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin met at the SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan, reaffirming their strategic alliance amid global uncertainties. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties and economic relations, with brief mentions of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The summit marks the 25th anniversary of the SCO, attended by multiple heads of state.

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New York Times — Politics

Bessent Discusses Canada's Position in Trade Relations with the U.S.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge opened last month, connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario. Following this, both the U.S. and Canada have imposed high tariffs on each other's products, with Bessent commenting on Canada's limited ability to engage in a trade war with the U.S.

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notus.org

Federal Government Shuts Down Hundreds of Trucking Schools

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is closing down hundreds of commercial driver training schools due to alleged fraud and failure to meet federal standards. This includes the removal of 110 schools identified as major offenders and an additional 160 for not complying with requirements. Officials state that the crackdown is part of a larger effort to reform the trucking industry and ensure safety standards are upheld.

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