The 7 Trump-Putin summit in Alaska; Erin forecast; alcohol health risks; and more
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Aug 15, 2025 A pivotal summit in Alaska between Trump and Putin raises eyebrows, particularly with Zelenskyy's exclusion. Tensions simmer as ICE plans to expand its facilities amidst local-federal clashes on immigration. Tropical Storm Aaron may escalate, while America's relationship with alcohol is shifting towards decline. Innovative dental care is in the spotlight with a study on keratin’s potential to repair tooth enamel, offering a fresh approach to oral health challenges.
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High-Stakes Alaska Summit
- Trump and Putin will meet one-on-one in Anchorage with only interpreters present.
- The summit aims to move toward ending the war in Ukraine despite Ukraine's exclusion and opposing demands.
Ambitious ICE Detention Expansion
- ICE planned a rapid expansion to double immigrant detention capacity this year.
- Internal documents show 125 sites would open or expand to hold over 107,000 people by January.
Federal Takeover Sparks Power Clash
- The Justice Department moved to install a federal police commissioner in D.C. and suspend local police policies.
- D.C. officials called the order unlawful, setting up a major power clash over local autonomy.