USA TODAY is reporting that rising back-to-school prices are forcing families nationwide to seek deals or cheaper alternatives as they prepare for the new academic year. Parents described the costs as "insane" this year.
In political news, a new YouGov/Economist projection indicates President Donald J Trump has a negative net approval rating in 47 states and Washington, D.C., with positive ratings in only three states. Separately, the NAACP criticized President Trump over reported internal discussions by the U.S. Navy to name an upcoming aircraft carrier after him, rather than a Black World War II hero as initially planned. The organization called the move a "slap in the face." President Trump also commented on the search for a new White House press secretary, stating he has received numerous applications for the position.
Regarding national incidents, USA TODAY said pilots were unable to see the ground immediately before a Cessna 441 plane crash in western Alaska on Aug. 20, which killed eight people.
Internationally, Ethel Caterham was crowned Guinness World Records’ oldest living person in mid-spring 2025.