Here’s a clean rundown of major news stories we published on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025 (ET). From severe weather and a major airline labor fight to fast-moving developments on Ukraine, these are the stories our readers followed today.
Virginia Morning News Digest: 10 Stories to Start Sunday
We opened the day with a quick, useful briefing tailored for Virginia readers—top headlines, what’s new, and why it matters, all in one place. A solid catch-up if you missed the overnight cycle.
Hurricane Erin at Category 3 — Dangerous Rip Current Risk Along the East Coast
Our weather update tracked Erin’s strength and size as it churned northwest. We flagged the big public-safety angle: surf hazards and rip currents for beaches well away from the core.
Air Canada Suspends Restart After CUPE Defies Return-to-Work Order
A fast-moving labor standoff: the airline paused its restart plans after the flight attendants’ union said it would ignore a Canada Industrial Relations Board directive. We explained the travel impact and what comes next.
Brooklyn Lounge Shooting: 3 Dead, 11 Wounded
We gathered official statements and the latest police briefing after a mass shooting at a Brooklyn venue. The piece keeps a tight focus on facts, victims, and the investigation status.
AP: Putin Open to Article 5-Style Ukraine Security Pledge
One of the day’s most-read geopolitics items. Our coverage breaks down what an “Article 5-like” guarantee means, how it could work in practice, and the red lines still in play for Kyiv and its partners.
Russia Floats “Equal Security Guarantees” — Ulyanov
Moscow’s longtime negotiator in Vienna suggested a framework of “equal security guarantees.” We noted how the phrase is being used and what it signals about Russia’s current messaging.
Opinion | Europe and the White House Close Ranks on Ukraine
An analysis piece on the day’s diplomacy: how EU leaders and Washington are framing guarantees for Ukraine — and what leverage actually matters in any post-war security design.
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