Gantz called for a six‑month emergency unity government to win hostage releases and push Haredi draft reform. Netanyahu blocks a Gaza deal under "far right" pressure. Hostages are in mortal danger, and time runs out.

British taxpayers will pay £2.9m in compensation to victims of a wildfire started by UK troops in Kenya's Lolldaiga reserve. The blaze involved more than 1,000 soldiers from the Mercian Regiment; elephants may have died.

FTC dropped its lawsuit against Grand Canyon University, Grand Canyon Education, Inc., and CEO Brian Mueller. The suit alleged deceptive ads and nonprofit misrepresentation; the department had denied nonprofit status and later rescinded a $37.7M fine. Mueller calls it lawfare.

Trump praised Kristi Noem for painting the border wall black, saying he asked two weeks earlier for a coat of paint to heat the steel and deter climbers. Noem posted a video showing the work.

Texas Senate approves redistricting map 18‑11; heads to Gov. Abbott and could add up to five GOP House seats in 2026. Trump calls it a HUGE VICTORY; Democrats vow court challenges. California moves toward a voter‑approved map in a broader mid‑decade redraw.

Cracker Barrel unveiled a text‑only logo and a brighter interior, ditching the old look. Critics link the change to politics and culture; Cracker Barrel says values remain unchanged.

The Digest, 8/23/2025 @330PM, CDT

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