August 18th weekend update
President Trump described his recent summit with President Putin in Alaska as productive, although it concluded without a ceasefire agreement regarding Ukraine. Meanwhile, Hurricane Erin has intensified to a Category 4 storm, prompting local authorities in the Caribbean to prepare for potential severe weather impacts. Additionally, approximately 500 visitors at Grand Teton National Park may have been exposed to rabies due to bat infestations. Air Canada has grounded flights following a strike by over 10,000 flight attendants amid ongoing labor disputes.
European Leaders Issue Joint Statement on U.S.-Russia Relations Following Trump-Putin Meeting
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Trump and Putin Summit Concludes Without Ceasefire Agreement, Highlights Ongoing Diplomatic Challenges
https://www.axios.com/2025/08/16/trump-putin-summit-failure-ukraine-ceasefire
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New COVID-19 Cases Prompt Updates on Vaccine Availability and Distribution Plans
https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/08/16/covid-wave-vaccines-xfg/
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Hurricane Erin Upgraded to Category 4 as It Moves Through Northeastern Caribbean, Affecting Local Islands
https://www.cnn.com/2025/08/16/weather/hurricane-erin-track-strengthening-atlantic-climate
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Washington D.C. Files Lawsuit to Prevent Federal Control of Local Police Department
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