THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 215 • Updated Monday, August 3, 2026 at 05:47 PM UTC

Blanche rescinds $1.8B fund for Trump allies, clearing path for AG confirmation

GOP senators said they would back Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination after he rescinded a $1.8 billion fund intended for Trump allies.

Sources: AP News


Wildfires near Spokane, Washington, burn 600 structures, force 60,000 evacuations

Fires in eastern Washington have destroyed hundreds of structures and prompted evacuations of tens of thousands of residents.

Sources: AP News


Trump orders pause on Iran strikes, citing Gulf leaders' input

President Trump said he would hold off on new strikes against Iran, weighing advice from Gulf leaders, as oil prices tumbled.

Sources: AP News


First US deaths linked to diarrhea-causing parasite Cyclospora reported in Michigan

Michigan reported the first two US deaths related to Cyclospora, a parasite that causes gastrointestinal illness.

Sources: AP News


Ariana Grande withdraws from London musical, takes break from public eye

Ariana Grande has pulled out of a London musical and will take a hiatus from public appearances.

Sources: AP News


'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' breaks box office record, beats 'Avengers: Endgame'

The latest Spider-Man film has set a new North American opening weekend record, surpassing 'Avengers: Endgame'.

Sources: AP News


UEFA threatens FIFA with legal action over Infantino's World Cup sell-off plan

European soccer body UEFA has warned FIFA of potential legal action over Gianni Infantino's failed plan to sell a stake in World Cup profits.

Sources: AP News


Mass shooting at Idaho In-N-Out Burger: suspect died from self-inflicted wound

Police said the suspect in the Idaho fast-food shooting died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound; motive under investigation.

Sources: AP News


Hundreds of migrant children stranded in Spain's Ceuta after mass crossing

Hundreds of unaccompanied migrant children are stuck in Ceuta following a large-scale border crossing.

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Vincent Pastore, 'Sopranos' actor, dies at 80

Vincent Pastore, known for playing Salvatore 'Big Pussy' Bonpensiero on 'The Sopranos,' has died at age 80.

Sources: AP News