Here’s what Trump really has to worry about if Congress flips in the midterm elections
Democrats, learning from their experiences in Trump 1.0, are plotting more effective oversight for a potential post-Blue Wave environment, writes John Bowden — even if the president is fixated on the
World
independent.co.uk
18.08.2026
Burnham says he's not embarrassed about hoax message exchange
The PM communicated with a person posing as Susie Wiles, the chief of staff to Donald Trump.
Politics
bbc.co.uk
18.08.2026
Don’t like Trump’s ballroom? Then you’re disloyal to the country, president says
World
independent.co.uk
18.08.2026
The Deputy Minister of Iraq responded to Trump's territorial claim regarding the Strait of Hormuz: We will correct the illusions soon
Azerbaijan
apa.az
18.08.2026
Trump Has Abandoned His Role as Stock Market Cheerleader
Finance
barrons.com
18.08.2026
Why has Trump threatened to bomb Oman – for a second time?
The US president threatened to bomb Oman over Hormuz, with US-Iran peace negotiations in a deadlock.
World
aljazeera.com
18.08.2026
Trump released a map showing the Strait of Hormuz as US territory - PHOTO
Azerbaijan
apa.az
18.08.2026
Rosie O’Donnell makes Kimmel debut with warning for Trump and moving Hayden Panettiere tribute
Comedian moved to Ireland days before Trump’s second presidential inauguration
Culture
independent.co.uk
18.08.2026
Governments’ borrowing costs hit further multi-decade highs as US-Iran peace hopes fade
Bond yields in US, UK, Germany France and Japan rise after ceasefire ends and Trump threatens to bomb OmanBusiness live – latest updatesGovernment borrowing costs in several advanced economies continu
Finance
theguardian.com
18.08.2026
The creation of a ‘Muslim Nato’ show Trump’s authority in the Middle East has collapsed
After the chaos sparked by Trump and Israel’s war in Iran, experts tell Maira Butt that the Mecca Agreement between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey could represent a new dawn in the region
World
independent.co.uk
18.08.2026
China’s top envoy to visit Seoul as Trump shakes U.S.-South Korea ties
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will meet his South Korean counterpart, Cho Hyun, to discuss North Korea and bilateral and global issues.
World
japantimes.co.jp
18.08.2026
Pivot! Pivot! Trump’s Asia Policy Is Giving America’s Friends Whiplash
Has Trump put the final nail in the coffin of America's pivot to Asia?
Politics
newsweek.com
18.08.2026
What Trump's Concession to North Korea Means for US Alliances
Trump's pledge to scale back military drills with South Korea hands Kim Jong Un a coveted concession without anything in return.
Politics
newsweek.com
18.08.2026
Trump’s threat of 100% import tariff on UK ‘not a bluff’, US trade tzar warns
Donald Trump issued the threat in June over the UK’s digital tax on American companies - but has so far not followed it up
World
independent.co.uk
18.08.2026
Trump Again Threatens to Bomb Oman
Trump’s threat comes as Iran and Oman are reportedly nearing an arrangement to govern commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
World
time.com
18.08.2026
Trump’s approval rating falls to the lowest of his presidency, new poll finds
Just 33 percent of respondents said they approved of Donald Trump’s performance in the White House
World
independent.co.uk
18.08.2026
Socialist insurgency storms Trump’s backyard, with pro-Israel Democrats in crosshairs
DSA-endorsed Oliver Larkin challenges Rep. Jared Moskowitz in Florida's 25th District primary as the Democratic Party's left-center civil war heats up.
Politics
foxnews.com
18.08.2026
This crowded Republican primary in Florida has drawn a unique cast of candidates
The GOP primary in Florida's 19th District includes candidates who are new to the state, candidates who've run for Congress before and two candidates who have received pardons from President Trump.
Politics
npr.org
18.08.2026
Alaska Was Safe Trump Territory. Now Republicans Are on Defense
Trump won Alaska by double digits in 2016, 2020 and 2024. But this year, Republicans face tough Senate and governor's races.
Politics
newsweek.com
18.08.2026
Xi, Putin, Kim Flex Muscles in Pacific as Trump Pulls Last Aircraft Carrier
"The absence of a carrier group means Washington has lost its key power projection tool," one expert told Newsweek.
Politics
newsweek.com
18.08.2026