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NPR (Sydney Lupkin) - What to know about Dr. Heidi Overton, Trump's pick to lead the FDA

Dr. Heidi Overton is currently working as a White House policy aide. If confirmed, she would lead an agency of 18,000 staffers who study and regulate food, drugs, medical devices, tobacco and more.

What is the scope of the agency that Dr. Heidi Overton would lead if confirmed?
If confirmed, Dr. Heidi Overton would lead an agency consisting of 18,000 staffers that studies and regulates food, drugs, medical devices, tobacco, and more.
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Who is Dr. Heidi Overton and what is her current role?
Dr. Heidi Overton is currently working as a White House policy aide.
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NPR (Scott Horsley) - Three things to know about the $40 trillion federal debt

The U.S. federal debt hit a record $40 trillion this week. The debt has doubled since 2017, and just paying interest on the accumulated debt now costs the government more than $1 trillion a year.

How much does it currently cost the U.S. government annually just to pay interest on the accumulated debt?
Paying interest on the accumulated debt now costs the government more than $1 trillion a year.
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What is the current status of the U.S. federal debt as of August 2026?
The U.S. federal debt has reached a record high of $40 trillion.
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YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - Hegseth 'basically DESTROYING the Pentagon': Ex-WH adviser says it 'should make everyone weep'

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President Trump's war in Iran and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's leadership of the Pentagon are raising new concerns. Former Navy leaders tell MS NOW they are worried about the high levels of wear and tear of American aircraft carriers. This comes amid the fallout over the USS Lincoln. MS NOW Pentagon Reporter Priya Sridhar has more details. Former Senior State Department and CIA official Ned Price and Co-chair of American Bridge 21st Century Mitch Landrieu join Alicia Menendez to discuss.

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YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - 'Mind-boggling': Ex-CIA official on Trump's close aide going a year without security clearance

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MS NOW exclusively reports that President Trump's close aide Natalie Harp went a year without security clearance while working in the White House and repeatedly declined to seek it. MS NOW Washington Reporter Jackie Alemany has the latest from the White House. Former Senior State Department and CIA official Ned Price and Co-chair of American Bridge 21st Century Mitch Landrieu join Alicia Menendez to share their reaction.

Which journalist from MS NOW reported on the White House situation regarding Natalie Harp?
Washington Reporter Jackie Alemany provided the report from the White House.
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What was the reported situation regarding Natalie Harp's security clearance while she was a close aide to President Trump working in the White House?
Natalie Harp, a close aide to President Trump, reportedly went a full year without a security clearance while working in the White House and repeatedly declined to seek one.
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YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - EPSTEIN FILES: Top Oversight Dem PUSHES for AG Blanche to testify on Epstein

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Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA), Ranking Member of the House Oversight Committee, is calling on Chairman Rep. James Comer (R-KY) is calling on Attorney General Todd Blanche to testify in their Epstein probe. MS NOW Senior Legal Reporter Lisa Rubin joins Alicia Menendez to share more details.

What is the specific subject of the testimony being requested from Attorney General Todd Blanche?
The testimony is being requested in relation to the Epstein probe (Epstein files).
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Who is the Ranking Member of the House Oversight Committee calling on Attorney General Todd Blanche to testify regarding the Epstein probe?
Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA) is the Ranking Member of the House Oversight Committee calling on Attorney General Todd Blanche to testify.
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YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - ‘Disconnected’: Joe blasts GOP for avoiding in-person town halls

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MS NOW congressional reporter Mychael Schnell reports Republicans are forgoing traditional in-person town halls for virtual forums. Lawmakers tell Schnell the political ramifications of an angry crowd and security concerns play a part in their decision to skip the in person gatherings. But Joe slams GOP lawmakers over the pattern, saying: “When things are bad, you need to go out there more.”

According to MS NOW reporter Mychael Schnell, how are Republicans currently conducting their town halls?
Republicans are forgoing traditional in-person town halls and are instead using virtual forums.
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Why are Republicans forgoing traditional in-person town halls in favor of virtual forums?
Lawmakers told MS NOW congressional reporter Mychael Schnell that their decision to skip in-person gatherings is driven by security concerns and the potential political ramifications of facing an angry crowd.
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NYTIMES (Alexandra Alter) - Rachel Cusk on Her Novel ‘Life of M,’ Gossip and Natalie Portman

She wanted a “vacation” from herself, so she wrote a novel about a celebrity whose life bears a striking resemblance to Natalie Portman’s. Now it’s tabloid fodder.

What has been the public or media reaction to Rachel Cusk's novel 'Life of M' regarding its similarities to Natalie Portman?
Because the character in the novel bears a striking resemblance to Natalie Portman, the book has become tabloid fodder.
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What is the title of Rachel Cusk's novel that has been compared to Natalie Portman's life?
The novel is titled ‘Life of M.’ It was written because the author wanted a “vacation” from herself, resulting in a story about a celebrity whose life bears a striking resemblance to Natalie Portman’s.
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NYTIMES (Ian Austen and Ana Swanson) - Canada and U.S. Resume Talks Over Trump Tariffs as a New Deadline Looms

While President Trump has declared that the two countries effectively have a deal, they remain apart on several key issues.

What specific sectors or goods are mentioned in relation to the trade and tariff discussions between Canada and the United States?
The discussions involve several key issues including aluminum, steel and iron, and automobiles.
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What is the current status of trade negotiations between Canada and the United States regarding President Trump's tariffs as of August 2026?
Canada and the United States have resumed talks over President Trump's tariffs as a new deadline approaches, although the two countries remain apart on several key issues despite President Trump's declaration that the countries effectively have a deal.
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YOUTUBE (CNN) - Life inside Paris’s smallest apartments

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Paris's "chambres de bonne" -- or maid's rooms -- are some of the tiniest apartments you can rent in the French capital. Originally built for domestic servants, some measure less than 100 square feet. Hidden at the top of Paris's grandest buildings, they often have impressive views of the city. CNN's went to visit one.

What are "chambres de bonne" in Paris?
"Chambres de bonne," or maid's rooms, are some of the tiniest apartments available for rent in the French capital, Paris. Originally built to house domestic servants, these rooms are often located at the top of the city's grandest buildings and can feature impressive views of the city.
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YOUTUBE (CNN) - Roof ripped off home during Hurricane Lala

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Video captures the roof of a residential home being ripped off by Hurricane Lala in Hawaii on August 15th.

In which state did Hurricane Lala cause a residential home to lose its roof?
The event took place in Hawaii.
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What event caused the roof of a residential home to be ripped off in Hawaii?
The roof of a residential home was ripped off during Hurricane Lala.
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