On the invasion's third anniversary, a Russia-U.S. summit is set for Aug. 15 in Alaska. Zelensky is not invited. He seeks European unity to press Putin; Trump hints at a trilateral summit and sanctions. Kyiv doubts threats will halt Moscow.

In the culture war, the blame lands on the media, not credibility. The piece says Democrats lean on the "far right" and the "progressive"; Trump wins on costs people feel. Real ideas are urged.

A patient faced a $574.12 upfront charge, then a $752.52 bill after foot surgery. The No Surprises Act would require upfront total costs, but rollout is delayed. The call is for faster pricing so care comes with foreknowledge.

Twenty-six Mexican drug lords are extradited to the United States, La Tuta among them. Trump calls it progress against cartels; Johnson says it makes both nations safer; Sheinbaum bans U.S. action and the death penalty.

Braverman told Havant council to hang heads in shame after plans to house asylum seekers were scrapped. She praised Waterlooville residents, said arrivals are fighting-age men, and urged tents prioritizing veterans and the homeless over migrant hotels.

The Digest, 8/14/2025 @400AM, CDT

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