Fox host apologizes for saying mentally ill homeless people should be executed
Fox & Friends host Brian Kilmeade apologized after outrage over his remark that mentally ill homeless people should be executed.
He admitted his comments were “extremely callous” and emphasized that many homeless individuals deserve compassion and support.
Read More: Associated Press
U.S. and China resume talks on tariffs and TikTok
U.S. and Chinese officials met in Madrid to restart talks on trade tensions and the fate of TikTok. The discussions center on high tariffs, China’s export controls and U.S. security concerns, including Chinese purchases of Russian oil. A key issue is TikTok’s Sept. 17 deadline to divest its U.S. operations or face a potential ban.
Though analysts expect the deadline will likely be extended. While no breakthroughs are expected, the talks aim to ease tensions and prevent further escalation between the two powers.
Read More: New York Times
Kirk’s death reinvigorates Republicans’ redistricting race
After Charlie Kirk’s death, Indiana Republicans are using the moment to push for more redistricting, with some aiming for a “nine-to-zero” GOP map.
While some Republicans may see his death as a rallying call, other lawmakers remain hesitant about pursuing a special session to redraw districts.
Read More: Politico
After deadly protests, Nepal’s new prime minister urges calm
Nepal’s new Prime Minister Sushila Karki urged calm after youth-led anti-corruption protests left at least 72 dead and government buildings damaged.
She pledged compensation for victims’ families, care for the injured and promised reforms as the country prepares for elections in March 2026.
Read More: Associated Press
Amid Florida’s push against vaccine mandates, fears grow of increased risks
Florida leaders are moving to roll back school vaccine mandates, with Gov. Ron DeSantis and Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo framing it as parental choice.
Health experts warn the change could spark outbreaks of diseases like measles and polio, undoing decades of public health progress.
Read More: Politico
