THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 219 • Updated Friday, August 7, 2026 at 12:51 AM UTC

Trump renews push to restrict birthright citizenship

President Donald Trump signed two executive actions on immigration, again attempting to limit birthright citizenship in the U.S., following a Supreme Court ruling.

Sources: AP News


Mitch McConnell discharged from rehab center

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell announced he has been discharged from a rehabilitation center and will continue his recovery at home.

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Fauci held in contempt by Senate committee

A Senate committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer questions about COVID-19, reflecting ongoing political divisions.

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FDA approves Moderna's mRNA flu shot

The FDA approved Moderna's mRNA-based influenza vaccine, marking a new type of flu shot.

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US suspends avocado inspections in Michoacan

The U.S. halted avocado inspections in the Mexican state of Michoacan due to security threats, affecting exports.

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Meta ordered to pay $567M over kids' mental health

A court ordered Meta to pay $567 million for allegedly harming children's mental health through Instagram and Facebook.

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Iran and Oman finalizing Strait of Hormuz deal

Iran announced it is in the final stages of drafting an agreement with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz waterway.

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New images reveal sun's surface in finest detail

Scientists captured the most detailed images of the sun's surface using a telescope in Hawaii.

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Kellogg to remove artificial dyes from cereals

Kellogg announced it will eliminate artificial dyes from its cereals by the end of this year.

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Court orders Meta to pay $567M in kids' mental health case

Meta must pay $567 million to address children's mental health issues linked to its platforms, per court ruling.

Sources: AP News