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August 15, 2026 — Shipping faces more disruptions in the Middle East  CNNsource

Welcome to the Daily Briefing. Here’s Monday’s news:Nicole Fallert here, start the week with our News Quiz.That answer isn’t straightforward: The first weeks of August mark a return to the classroom for many students in states like Indiana, while kids in New Jersey are still looking forward to a full month of vacation. Experts told USA TODAY […]

Who will win the 2026 midterm elections? Polls and predictions  thetimes.comsource

Welcome to the Daily Briefing. Here’s Thursday’s news.Nicole Fallert here, still excited I saw the eclipse.From June to July, consumer prices still rose — but at a slower pace than previous months. But wages still aren’t keeping up with cost of living.American meals are a mix of costs right now: In July, lettuce prices fell […]

Luigi Mangione Pleads Guilty to Federal Charges in Killing of Insurance Executive  WSJsource