A fifth and final person has pleaded guilty in connection to actor Matthew Perry’s death. Jasveen Sangha, widely known as the “Ketamine Queen,” entered a plea deal on Aug. 18, according to the Associated Press.
Charges and Possible Sentence
Sangha faces five federal charges:
Maintaining a drug-involved premises
Three counts of ketamine distribution
One count of ketamine distribution resulting in death or serious injury
Other charges against her were dropped. She could face up to 45 years in federal prison.
Role in Perry’s Death
The Justice Department reports that Sangha and Erik Fleming sold 51 vials of ketamine intended for Perry. The drugs were handed to Perry’s assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, who injected the actor with “at least three shots.” Perry later died. Afterward, Sangha urged Fleming via Signal to “Delete all our messages.”
Wider Conspiracy
Sangha is the last of five people convicted in the case. Earlier this summer, Perry’s doctor, Dr. Salvador Plasencia, pleaded guilty to four counts of distributing ketamine. Others who admitted guilt include Iwamasa, Fleming, and Dr. Mark Chavez, who supplied Plasencia with ketamine for Perry.
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Bryan Kohberger, 30, has been sentenced to life in prison for the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students. The case remains one of the most chilling campus crimes in recent history, with new documents shedding light on what a surviving roommate saw and heard that night.
Surviving Roommate’s Account
Dylan Mortensen, one of two roommates who lived through the attack, told investigators she heard a male voice say, “It’s okay, I’m going to help you.”
Initially, she thought the voice was directed at victim Kaylee Goncalves, but later struggled to confirm details due to heavy drinking that night. Mortensen admitted she was unsure whether some memories were real or imagined.
She recalled hearing what she believed were Kaylee’s frantic footsteps, her dog Murphy barking, and later saw a masked man dressed in black. She described him as slim and toned, “like a basketball player,” and holding an object she first mistook for a vacuum.
Police Testing the Timeline
Investigators later conducted timed walkthroughs of the crime scene. Reports revealed that Kohberger could have carried out the killings in as little as two minutes. Photos showed a typical college house with signs of partying, reinforcing the home’s “open door policy,” where people often came and went.
The Victims
Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin were all fatally stabbed inside the off-campus home. Police believe Kohberger entered through the sliding glass door. Each victim suffered multiple stab wounds, with Kernodle possibly interrupting the attack before being killed herself.
Unanswered Questions
Authorities say they have found no clear motive and no confirmed connection between Kohberger and the victims. While rumors of a stalker had circulated before the murders, friends said Kaylee did not appear concerned. At sentencing, Kohberger declined to speak, leaving the motive a mystery.
Mayor John Whitmire and the City of Houston’s Solid Waste Management Department (SWMD) introduced nine new recycling trucks, the first of 31 set to roll out in the coming weeks. The upgrade is part of the city’s efforts to improve service reliability and keep collection routes on schedule.
Replacing Old Vehicles
The new trucks replace aging vehicles that have been in service past their lifespan. Built with heavy-duty drivetrains and durable collection bodies, the trucks are designed to reduce breakdowns and lower maintenance costs. Unlike the traditional blue, the new recycling fleet will feature white paint.
Improving Service for Residents
“Recycling and garbage pickup are important quality-of-life issues and among my top priorities,” said Mayor Whitmire. “This investment will enhance service and help us modernize our solid waste fleet.”
SWMD Director Larius Hassen added, “These trucks will help drivers complete routes safely, on time, and provide residents with the dependable service they expect.”
On the Road Today
The new recycling trucks began service immediately after the announcement, meaning Houstonians may already see them on their neighborhood routes.
More than 350 people were killed within 72 hours as monsoon rains triggered flash floods and landslides across Pakistan, according to the National Disaster Management Authority. Since June 26, over 650 people have died, with at least 180 others injured.
Hardest-Hit Regions
Most deaths occurred in the northern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where floodwaters swept away homes and caused widespread destruction. Some casualties were also reported from house collapses and lightning strikes.
Government Response
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed condolences and pledged full government support, saying all resources were being mobilized for rescue and relief operations. Officials also stated Pakistan does not currently require foreign assistance.
Anger From Residents
Many survivors voiced frustration, saying they have received little to no help. “We’re poor people here, and nine feet of water flooded our homes. People have suffered huge losses,” said Rawalpindi resident Mohammad Shabbir. Others accused officials of showing up only briefly without offering real aid.
A Country at High Risk
Pakistan is one of the most disaster-prone nations in the world due to frequent floods and cyclones. In 2022, catastrophic flooding submerged a third of the country, leaving millions displaced. Scientists warn that climate change is increasing the intensity of monsoon rains, raising concerns for future disasters.
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Texas House Democrats have returned to Austin after a 15-day walkout aimed at blocking a Republican-led redistricting plan. Their absence stalled the Legislature’s first special session, prompting Gov. Greg Abbott to call a second one.
Redistricting Backed by Trump
The unusual mid-decade redistricting was requested by former President Donald Trump, who pushed for maps that could give Republicans five additional congressional seats. The GOP currently holds a slim 219-212 majority in the U.S. House, with four vacancies.
Democrats Defend Their Move
“We killed the corrupt special session, withstood unprecedented surveillance and intimidation, and rallied Democrats nationwide to join this existential fight for fair representation,” said state Rep. Gene Wu, chair of the Texas House Democratic Caucus. He argued their walkout reshaped the national conversation on fair elections heading into 2026.
Republican Pushback
Republicans criticized the walkout as an abandonment of duty. Gov. Abbott said Democrats must “finish the job” of passing legislation, including the redistricting plan. GOP leaders signaled that legal consequences for the Democrats remain on the table.
What’s Next
With Democrats back in Austin, the Republican majority is expected to push the redistricting plan through during the ongoing special session. The outcome could have major implications for control of Congress in the upcoming elections.
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HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — We will kick off the new work and school week with some serious heat as highs top out around 100 in Houston, but there’s also a 40% chance you’ll get a cooling downpour.
Temperatures Monday morning will start off in the seasonal 70s, then hit the low 90s by noon. By around 3 p.m. scattered showers and thunderstorms should begin popping in and around Houston, and these will help temperatures back off from the triple digits. Because these storms will form during the peak heat of the day, they could pack a punch with wind gusts over 50 mph, pea size hail, frequent lightning, and a quick 1-2″ of rain that could briefly flood streets and low-lying spots.
When will higher rain chances return?
While rain chances start the work week at 40% for Monday and Tuesday, the chances climb even higher Thursday and Friday as a weak summer front rolls down to the I-10 corridor. This front doesn’t really cool us off much, but high temperatures are expected to drop into the low 90s for Friday and Saturday.
What is happening in the tropics?
Erin continues churning through the Atlantic as a major hurricane and will bring big swells and rip currents to the East Coast this week. We are now tracking the next tropical wave that recently departed Africa, but its future impacts to land, if any, remain uncertain at this time. For a thorough update and in-depth video on what’s happening in the tropics, head to our tropical update page.
A portrayal of the political divide within the Hispanic community in the U.S. set to the lively beat of banda mexicana music.
Mexican American rapper Snow Tha Product’s latest video, “SABADO”, which tackles political divides within the Hispanic community during President Donald Trump’s anti-immigrant era, has reached No. 3 in the Trending Music Chart as of Monday.
The comic video which blends sharp humor with the rhythms of regional Mexican banda has surpassed 667,000 views on YouTube in just three days.
“Antes de que empiece la fiesta quiero que se sepa que uno de nosotros votó por Trump” (Before the party starts, I want it known that one of us voted for Trump), Snow opens over a guitar riff moving to a speeding tempo.
The festive mood of the music video quickly shifts as the revelation sparks shame among partygoers. Snow plays the role of family whistleblower, exposing the Trump supporter in the Latino family after a mail envelope gives them away.
“El primo traumado con ser americano con cara de paisa y le fue a Trump” (The cousin obsessed with being American, looking like a paisa, but went for Trump), she raps, mocking the assimilation tactics some see as a betrayal of immigrant roots.
The song weaves in not only political tensions heightened by mass deportations and ICE raids, but also deep-rooted cultural issues like colorism.
In another line, a “prima fresa” is called out for marrying a white man, supposedly to “improve the race” by having blue-eyed children. Snow fires back: “I like my brown skin” (Me gusta mi piel morena).
The music video doubles as a celebration of representation, featuring recognizable Latino stars like Brown Bag Podcast ‘s Letty Peniche and DoKnow, plus TikToker Jesus Acevedo in the fiesta crowd. Notable cultural symbols include partygoers smashing a piñata shaped like an ICE agent that’s caused buzz online. Another symbol is partygoers waving a cardboard cutout of TV host Don Francisco best-known for “Sabado Gigante.”
Notable comments include Actor John Leguizamo’s support for Snow Tha Product’s fierce lyrics, posting a video saying that she is his favorite rapper.
With the line “Trapos sucios lávalos” — a Spanish saying meaning “wash your dirty laundry” — she urges the fractured community to confront its political and cultural divides head-on.
The video closes with a teaser for her follow-up single “DOMINGO”, set to drop Aug. 27.
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Air Canada announced it will restart flights Sunday evening after the Canadian government ordered striking flight attendants back to work and into arbitration.
The work stoppage, which began early Saturday, stranded more than 100,000 passengers during the peak summer travel season.
Government Intervention
Federal Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu issued the back-to-work order less than 12 hours after the strike began, citing economic risks and ongoing U.S. tariffs on Canada. The dispute has been referred to the Canada Industrial Relations Board, which extended the current contract until an arbitrator decides new terms.
Impact on Travelers
The shutdown of Canada’s largest airline disrupted about 130,000 passengers daily. By Saturday afternoon, Air Canada had canceled 671 flights, with nearly 100 more already suspended for Sunday. The airline warned it could take up to 10 days before schedules return to normal.
Passengers on canceled flights can request refunds or, when possible, be rebooked with other airlines. However, rebooking options are limited due to full flights during the busy summer season.
Labor Dispute
Air Canada and the Canadian Union of Public Employees have been in talks for eight months but remain divided on pay and unpaid duties. The airline’s most recent proposal offered a 38% increase in total compensation over four years. The union rejected it, saying the first-year raise of 8% falls short in addressing inflation.
Hurricane Erin, the first hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic season, weakened to a Category 3 storm overnight with maximum winds of 125 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center’s Sunday morning update. Officials caution the weakening is temporary, as the storm is expected to re-intensify after completing an eyewall replacement cycle.
Current Location and Movement
As of Sunday morning, Erin was about 170 miles north-northwest of San Juan, Puerto Rico, and 270 miles east-southeast of Grand Turk Island, moving west-northwest at 14 mph.
Impacts on Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands
Erin’s outer bands continue to deliver heavy rain and gusty winds. Radar estimates show 3 to 6 inches of rainfall in parts of the U.S. Virgin Islands and 2 to 4 inches across northern Puerto Rico. Flash flood warnings remain in effect, with totals up to 8 inches possible, raising risks of flooding, mudslides, and landslides. Conditions are expected to improve later today in the Virgin Islands and tonight in Puerto Rico.
Warnings for Surrounding Islands
Tropical storm warnings are in effect for the Turks and Caicos, while the southeast Bahamas remain under tropical storm watches. Erin’s outer bands are expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain to these islands.
Forecast Path
The storm is projected to slow down and curve northward in the coming days, influenced by a weakening Bermuda High and a cold front along the East Coast. Forecast models continue to steer Erin between Bermuda and the U.S. mainland, keeping direct impacts away from the continental U.S.
Threats to the U.S. East Coast
While landfall is not expected, Erin’s growing size will generate dangerous surf and rip currents along the Eastern Seaboard from Florida’s Space Coast to New England. By Thursday, wave heights of 8 to 12 feet are possible along the Carolina coast, posing risks of beach erosion and property damage.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced plans Friday to build a $750 million facility in South Texas aimed at halting the spread of the flesh-eating New World screwworm, a parasite that threatens the state’s multibillion-dollar cattle industry.
The plant, to be built at Moore Air Base near Edinburg, will mass-produce sterile screwworm flies as part of a proven eradication method. The agency said the facility will be capable of releasing up to 300 million sterile male flies each week, preventing fertile offspring and suppressing outbreaks across the southern border.
Construction is expected to take two to three years. In the meantime, the USDA is spending an additional $100 million on border detection dogs, surveillance technology, mounted “tick rider” patrols and improved trapping systems to stop the pest from crossing into Texas.
The screwworm, once eradicated from the U.S. in the 1960s, reemerged in parts of Mexico late last year, raising alarms among Texas ranchers. The fly’s larvae infest warm-blooded animals, burrowing into flesh and sometimes infecting humans.
Texas is the nation’s largest cattle-producing state, with herds valued at about $15 billion. Officials warned that a widespread screwworm outbreak could lead to billions of dollars in economic losses, higher beef prices and severe impacts on wildlife.
“This investment is about protecting American agriculture at its roots,” Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said at a news conference with Gov. Greg Abbott. “We’re restoring a vital line of defense on U.S. soil.”
The USDA said the Edinburg plant will work in tandem with existing sterile fly facilities in Panama and Mexico, part of a five-pronged strategy to prevent the parasite’s spread. The plan also includes scientific innovation, new detection tools and tighter animal health controls along the border.
