Trump ally Gaetz paid for sex and drugs while in office, ethics report says

Trump is set to double tariffs on imports from India to 50%, citing India's oil purchases from Russia, which India calls "unfair and unreasonable." The tariffs will impact imports from at least 70 countries, with a significant escalation expected in international trade tensions. Want More Context? 🔎

A military helicopter crash in Ghana resulted in the deaths of all eight individuals on board, including Defense Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed. The aircraft went off radar while en route from Accra to the Ashanti region, with the wreckage found in Adansi; the cause of the crash is under investigation, and the government has declared it a national tragedy. Want More Context? 🔎

Each year, approximately 400 million tonnes of plastic waste are produced globally, with only 9% recycled, while the UN seeks a treaty to address plastic waste amid stalled negotiations largely due to petrostate opposition. In response, initiatives like plastic offsetting, similar to carbon credits, have emerged, but critics warn they may enable pollution without reducing production, potentially harming communities reliant on plastic waste. Want More Context? 🔎

An EU official reported that the humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire despite some improvements in fuel delivery and routes, as well as increased aid truck entries and infrastructure repairs. However, significant obstacles persist, primarily the lack of a safe environment for large-scale aid distribution. Want More Context? 🔎

Dr. Elisabeth Potter in Austin, Texas, faces potential bankruptcy for her surgery center due to exclusion from Unitedhealthcare’s network, which she alleges is retaliation for her critical social media posts. Unitedhealthcare denies this, stating the network closure occurred before her videos were posted, as reported by NBC News on August 6, 2025. Want More Context? 🔎

President Trump initiated higher import tariffs on over 60 countries, with rates of 10% or more beginning Thursday, as the U.S. economy showed signs of strain from previous tariff threats, including stalled hiring and inflation. While Trump touted the tariffs as a means to boost manufacturing and reduce the trade deficit, economists warn of potential long-term economic erosion and uncertainty surrounding their impact. Want More Context? 🔎