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August 3, 2025.

Cars drive along the Las Vegas Strip, Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

All major Las Vegas Strip casinos are now unionized in historic labor victory

August 3, 2025

The Culinary Workers Union representing 60,000 hospitality workers in Nevada has achieved a historic victory on the Las Vegas Strip. For the first time in its 90-year history, all major casinos on the Strip are unionized. The union’s gains follow a change in ownership at the Venetian, a longtime holdout. Experts say this success is notable amid declining union membership in the U.S. and GOP-led efforts over the years to curb union power, including “right to work” laws in more than two dozen states. Many credit the union’s resilience to the industry’s deep roots in Las Vegas and ability to navigate complex power dynamics with casino owners.

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Louie the spider monkey climbs on John Richard, a volunteer at the Gulf Coast Primate Sanctuary in Perkinston, Mississippi on Friday, July 25, 2025. (AP Photo/Sophie Bates)

A Mississippi monkey sanctuary helps veterans with PTSD find peace

August 3, 2025

An Army veteran finds peace through a unique bond with a spider monkey named Louie. John Richard, who has struggled with PTSD for over 20 years, says his connection with Louie has been more healing than any treatment. Their friendship began last fall at the Gulf Coast Primate Sanctuary in Mississippi. The sanctuary’s founder, April Stewart, also a veteran, shares a similar story. She says working with animals has helped her cope with PTSD. The sanctuary, which houses various rescued primates, aims to provide a natural habitat and healing space for both animals and veterans.

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Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) takes a tumble in a clash with Necaxa defenders Alexis Pena, top, and Cristian Calderon, bottom, during the first half of a Leagues Cup soccer match, Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Messi has a ‘minor’ muscle injury, Inter Miami says timeline for return is unknown

August 3, 2025

Inter Miami says star Lionel Messi is dealing with a minor muscle injury in his right leg after being hurt in the opening minutes of Saturday’s Leagues Cup match against Necaxa. Messi underwent tests on his right leg after experiencing discomfort following a play in which he fell while being challenged by a pair of Necaxa defenders. His timeline for return isn’t yet known, though it seems unlikely that he will be available for Miami’s next Leagues Cup match against UNAM Pumas on Wednesday. Inter Miami said in a release that Messi’s medical clearance will depend on how he responds to treatment.

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William Byron celebrates after winning a NASCAR Cup Series auto race, Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025, at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa. (AP Photo/Bryon Houlgrave)

William Byron has enough fuel to win NASCAR Cup race at Iowa Speedway

August 3, 2025

William Byron fought off fuel worries in the closing laps to win the NASCAR Cup Series race Sunday at Iowa Speedway. Byron went the last 144 laps of the 350-lap race without a stop en route to his second victory of the season — he won the Daytona 500 in February — and 15th overall. He also took the season points lead from Hendrick Motorsports teammate Chase Elliott. Byron lost gambles on fuel twice this season, at Michigan and Indianapolis, but held on with the help of a caution-filled final stage to win by 1.192 seconds over pole-sitter Chase Briscoe. Byron led 141 laps. Brad Keselowski was third. He came into the race needing a win to get into the playoffs.

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FILE - A Russian and Chinese national flag flutter near Tiananmen Gate for the visiting Russia's President Vladimir Putin, in Beijing, May 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Andy Wong, File)

China pushes back at US demands to stop buying Russian and Iranian oil

August 3, 2025

China has taken a firm stance against U.S. demands that it stop buying oil from Russia and Iran or face a possible 100% tariff. This comes as both countries signal goodwill in negotiating a trade deal after two days of talks in Sweden. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent acknowledges China’s position on oil purchases but suggests an overall trade deal remains likely. China has shown confidence in playing hardball when dealing with the Trump administration, especially when trade is linked to its energy and foreign policies. China was the only country that retaliated when President Donald Trump in April unveiled a sweeping plan for tariffs on dozens of countries.

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Trump attacks Charlamagne Tha God after radio host criticizes his presidency

August 3, 2025

President Donald Trump has criticized radio host Charlamagne Tha God, saying that the broadcaster “knows nothing about me or what I have done.” Trump’s comments on Sunday followed Charlamagne’s criticism on a Fox News show hosted by Lara Trump. Charlamagne said he wouldn’t rate Trump’s presidency highly, citing negative impacts on vulnerable communities. He also predicted traditional conservatives might reclaim the Republican Party from Trump’s movement, referencing controversy over Jeffrey Epstein. Trump called Charlamagne a “racist sleazebag” and criticized his professional nickname.

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Cameron Young hits his tee shot on the ninth hole during the final round of the Wyndham Championship golf tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

Cameron Young wins first PGA Tour title by demolishing field at Wyndham Championship

August 3, 2025

Cameron Young is finally a PGA Tour winner and there was no stopping him in at the Wyndham Championship. Young took any drama out of the final round when he made five straight birdies led by nine shots. He coasted home from there and shot 68 to win by six. The victory follows seven runner-up finishes on the PGA Tour. He becomes the 1,000th player to win a PGA Tour-recognized event. Matti Schmid got the 70th and final spot for the postseason by closing with three straight birdies. Davis Thompson three-putted the final hole to miss out.

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Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom throws against the Seattle Mariners during the first inning of a baseball game Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Rangers right-hander Jacob DeGrom is fastest to 1,800 career strikeouts in MLB history

August 3, 2025

Texas Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom became the fastest pitcher in major league history to reach 1,800 career strikeouts by games and innings. In the second inning against Seattle, deGrom got Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford to swing through a 98.7 mph four-seam fastball for his fourth K of the game. With the strikeout, deGrom became the fasted to 1,800 career Ks in both games (240) and innings pitched (1,493 1/3). The 37-year-old right-hander beat the marks of a pair of left-handers. Hall-of-Famer Randy Johnson needed 243 games to record 1,800 strikeouts. It took the Atlanta Braves’ Chris Sale 1,498 innings.

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Miami Marlins' Kyle Stowers watches his ball after hitting a three-run homer in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025, in Miami. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Stowers homers as Marlins beat Yankees 7-3 to earn first sweep of New York in club history

August 3, 2025

Kyle Stowers hit a three-run homer and the Miami Marlins completed the first sweep of the New York Yankees in franchise history a 7-3 victory on Sunday. The Marlins (55-55) won all three games against the Yankees (60-52) to reach .500 for the first time since April 15. They became the first major league team to go from 16 or more games under .500 to a .500 record since the Rays in 2014. Yankees starter Luis Gil struck out three and surrendered five runs and five hits while issuing four walks in his season debut.

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Sha'Carri Richardson competes in the first heat of the women's 200-meter semifinal at the U.S. Championships athletics meet in Eugene, Ore., Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Sha’Carri Richardson narrowly misses qualifying for 200-meter final, ending her US championships

August 3, 2025

Sha’Carri Richardson narrowly missed qualifying for the 200-meter final at the U.S. track and field championships. She finished fourth in her heat with a time of 22.56 seconds. Last weekend, Richardson was arrested for allegedly assaulting her boyfriend, sprinter Christian Coleman, at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. She was held for over 18 hours. Richardson has an automatic spot in the 100 meters at the world championships in Tokyo as the defending champion. This was her first 200-meter race of the season. She won a bronze medal at the distance during the 2023 world championships in Budapest.

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Soulja Boy arrested on suspicion of weapons charge during a traffic stop

August 3, 2025

Los Angeles police confirmed that Soulja Boy was arrested early Sunday following a traffic stop on suspicion of being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm. Police said that Soulja Boy, whose real name is DeAndre Cortez Way, was a passenger during a traffic stop and was arrested. Inmate records indicate Way was booked into jail after 6 a.m. in the department’s Wilshire Division. The rapper was recently found liable for sexually assaulting and physically and emotionally abusing a former assistant. He was ordered to pay the woman $4 million in damages. The Chicago hip-hop artist is best known for his 2007 single “Crank That (Soulja Boy).”

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FILE - Indianapolis Colts running back Salvon Ahmed (36) runs a drill during practice at the NFL football team's training camp in Westfield, Ind., July 23, 2025. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, file)

Colts backup running back Salvon Ahmed carted off the field with right leg injury

August 3, 2025

Indianapolis Colts backup running back Salvon Ahmed was carted off the field near the end of Sunday’s practice with a severe injury to his right leg. He was injured on a tackle by Trey Washington in the end zone. Ahmed screamed as each Colts player took a knee. They later gathered around Ahmed as he was being placed on a stretcher. Ahmed is a five-year veteran who spent last season on Indy’s practice squad.

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FILE -The logo of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) is seen outside of OPEC's headquarters in Vienna, Austria, March 3, 2022. (AP Photo/Lisa Leutner, File)

OPEC+ countries to boost oil production by 547,000 barrels per day

August 3, 2025

A group of countries that are part of the oil cartel OPEC+ have agreed to boost oil production, which some believe could lower oil and gasoline prices. They cited a steady global economic outlook and low oil inventories. The group met virtually and announced that eight of its member countries would increase oil production by 547,000 barrels per day in September. The countries boosting output, including Saudi Arabia, Russia and Iraq, had been participating in voluntary production cuts. The announcement means the voluntary production cuts will end ahead of schedule.

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“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” holds its lead atop the box office

August 3, 2025

Marvel’s first family faltered in its sophomore weekend at the box office, recording a 66% dip in North American theaters. But the movie still managed to hold on to the No. 1 spot this weekend. “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” earned $40 million, bringing total earnings to $198 million domestically. “The Bad Guys 2” and “The Naked Gun” snagged the second and third spots. Marvel’s previous film, “Thunderbolts,” took a 55% dive in its second weekend and is almost on par with “Captain America: Brave New World.” That film landed in theaters earlier this year and fell 68% after its debut weekend.

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Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Lonnie Johnson Jr. (32) is carted off the field at the team's NFL football training camp Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

Raiders safety Lonnie Johnson Jr. suffered broken leg in mock game, AP source says

August 3, 2025

Las Vegas Raiders safety Lonnie Johnson Jr. broke his right leg during a mock game on Saturday, according to a person with knowledge of the injury. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the injury details weren’t announced. It is unknown how long Johnson will be sidelined. Johnson has been competing on the second team in practices but plays with the starters in nickel defenses. This is his seventh NFL season. He signed as a free agent after playing last season in Carolina. Johnson also has played for New Orleans, Tennessee and Houston.

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New York Jets tight end Mason Taylor (85) runs drills during practice at the team's NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 26, 2025, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/Angelina Katsanis)

Rookie tight end Mason Taylor, son of Hall of Fame pass rusher, shining at Jets camp

August 3, 2025

Mason Taylor is making plays at New York Jets training camp. The rookie tight end is the son of Hall of Famer Jason Taylor and has impressed coaches and teammates with his skills. Taylor, a second-round pick from LSU, was listed as the backup to Jeremy Ruckert on the team’s depth chart. Coach Aaron Glenn praised his blocking abilities, noting his potential to play a significant role in the Jets’ offense. Taylor is focused on improving his game, especially in blocking, as he adapts to the NFL level.

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Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir (10) catches a pass during practice at the team's NFL football training camp, Sunday, July 27, 2025, in Pittsford, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)

Bills mounting list of injuries grows to 15 players, with additions of WRs Shakir and Palmer

August 3, 2025

Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott put aside his concerns over the team’s growing injury list, which now includes starting receiver Khalil Shakir, by saying he has no choice but to move forward in returning to training camp. McDermott opened his pre-practice news conference by listing 15 members of Buffalo’s 91-player roster as either being limited or not practicing. Shakir was added in being listed week to week with a high ankle sprain after he was hurt Friday. Also injured Friday were receiver Josh Palmer, one of the team’s prized offseason free agent additions, and linebacker Shaq Thompson. Both sustained groin injuries.

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FILE - Boston Red Sox pitcher Tanner Houck walks to the dugout after being pulled against the Detroit Tigers in the third inning during a baseball game, May 12, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)

Red Sox pitcher Tanner Houck to undergo Tommy John surgery

August 3, 2025

Boston Red Sox right-hander Tanner Houck’s attempt to come back this season is over. Manager Alex Cora said Saturday that Houck will undergo Tommy John surgery. An All-Star last season, the 29-year-old Houck went on the injured list in mid-May with a right flexor strain after going 0-3 with an 8.04 ERA in nine starts. He’s the third Boston starting pitcher to suffer a season-ending injury. Hunter Dobbins tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee covering first base last month and Kutter Crawford underwent right wrist surgery.

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FILE - Maine's Secretary of State Shenna Bellows addresses a livestream as election workers scan ballots, Nov. 12, 2024, in Augusta Maine. (AP Photo/David Sharp, File)

The Justice Department seeks voter and election information from at least 19 states, AP finds

August 3, 2025

The Justice Department is ramping up an effort to get election data from the states. According to an Associated Press tally, the department’s voting section has requested copies of voter registration lists from state election administrators in at least 15 states. And department lawyers have contacted officials in at least seven states to propose a meeting about forging an information-sharing agreement related to instances of voting or election fraud. The unusually expansive outreach has raised alarm among some election officials. That’s because states have the constitutional authority to run elections and because federal law protects the sharing of individual data with the government.

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FILE - Special counsel Jack Smith speaks to the media about an indictment of former President Donald Trump, Aug. 1, 2023, at an office of the Department of Justice in Washington. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

Ex-Trump prosecutor Jack Smith faces investigation by independent political watchdog

August 3, 2025

An independent watchdog agency responsible for enforcing a law against partisan political activity by federal employees has opened an investigation into Jack Smith, the Justice Department special counsel who brought two criminal cases against then-candidate Donald Trump before his election to the White House last year. The Office of Special Counsel confirmed Saturday that it was investigating Smith on allegations he engaged in political activity through his inquiries into Trump. Smith was named special counsel by then-Attorney General Merrick Garland in November 2022 and his special counsel title is entirely distinct from the agency now investigating him. The office has no criminal enforcement power but does have the authority to impose fines and other sanctions for violations.

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