Three hours, no peace. Trump said the talks were productive; Putin pointed to Moscow for the next round. Putin left Alaska with a win; Russia’s aims unchanged. Trump gave no sanctions or Ukraine aid. There is talk of a concession deal—no NATO, no EU, territorial concessions, Ukrainian demilitarisation—Europe pays; stronger defence urged.

Streaming all MLB games next season could run about $103.94 a month. Fragmentation could price fans out. A family at a game costs between $157 and $367.

France’s Handiplage labels 150 beaches to guarantee water access for people with reduced mobility, with Tiralo amphibious wheelchairs. It helps vacations for all, but parking, shade, and mats shifting in August remain issues.

Katie Miller, wife of White House aide Stephen Miller, starts The Katie Miller Podcast for busy conservative moms. She aims diverse guests and says the show will tackle balancing home life with work and staying true to one's values.

Trump and Putin’s three-hour Ukraine talks failed to yield a peace deal; Trump said the session was productive and they made headway. Putin suggested the next round could be held in Moscow.

Planet parade dawn Aug. 17–21: Saturn, Jupiter, Venus, Mercury and the Moon line up in the eastern sky. Uranus and Neptune are present but not naked-eye visible. Mercury stays low; Venus shines between Jupiter and Mercury; Moon–Venus on Aug. 20. The next parade isn’t until Oct. 2028.

The Digest, 8/16/2025 @600AM, CDT

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