Stories from United States

US military officials stated that the military remains prepared to resume major combat operations against Iran if ordered. The Vatican Secretary of State said the need to preach peace. Iranian President Pezhed Sitchiam stated on the 5th that despite US promises of dialogue, American military actions and threats in the region are escalating. US President Donald Trump announced on social media on the evening of the 5th that the 'Freedom Plan' operation, launched the previous day to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz, would be temporarily suspended. CENTCOM has declined to comment on the cessation of operations, referring journalists to the White House. The decision to stop is being characterized as a political move to avoid jeopardizing potential negotiations with Iran.

Governor Andy Beshear signed emergency measures to freeze Kentucky's sales tax on gasoline starting in July.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has requested that state election officials accelerate the vote counting process.

Former WNBA player Tina Charles has announced her retirement after a 15-year career. Charles holds the league record for most rebounds collected. The source noted that only Diana Taurasi has more career points in the league.

Approximately 30% of college students reported using psychiatric medications within the past year.

SMU will participate in a college tennis event at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Thursday, August 27th. The tournament features SMU alongside Nebraska, Penn State, and Florida. A $1 million prize pool is included in the event.

The United States has fallen to tenth place in the Henley Passport Index, tied with Australia and the Czech Republic. The United States has dropped to sixth place in the global rankings, having previously shared the top spot in 2014.

Online job site Indeed is promoting a $50,000 position to watch 104 FIFA World Cup matches from a glass cube in Times Square. The role requires the individual to create and share social media content throughout the tournament. The listing is part of a promotion with Indeed.

Harley-Davidson CEO Artie Stars announced the company will focus on sales volume and affordability. The strategy involves bringing back one of the company's most popular models. The announcement was reported by WGN Radio.

Senator Elizabeth Warren, the top Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, has pressed Stanley Drucker Miller's investment firm to release Federal Reserve Chair nominee Kevin Warsh from confidentiality agreements. Warren is seeking greater transparency regarding Warsh's investments prior to a Senate confirmation vote. The move comes as Warsh remains under scrutiny during the nomination process. Financial disclosures from last month show assets held by Warsh and his wife, Jing Lauter, totaling at least $192 million.