President Trump spoke to reporters on Friday after Politico reported that his assistant Madeleine Westerhout, who resigned from her post on Thursday, made comments about Trump's children. The Politico piece asserted that Trump didn't like being in photos with his daughter Tiffany because he perceived her as overweight.

A medical examiner determined that the Los Angeles Angels pitcher died from an overdose of drugs and alcohol. A statement from the deceased player's family says the combination of drugs and alcohol indicated by the report is "completely out of character for someone who worked so hard to become a Major League Baseball player."

The French luxury brand is facing backlash for a new campaign that offers an "authentic journey deep into the Native American soul in a sacred, founding and secular territory." The campaign, which involves actor Johnny Depp, is being accused of racism and cultural appropriation.

In a new column for the New York Times, Bret Stephens made reference to controversy that ensued earlier this week when a George Washington University associate professor referred to the columnist as a "bedbug," and Stephens contacted a university provost in response.

The news broke that the decorated US gymnast's brother was taken into custody in connection with a triple murder that took place on New Year's Eve.

The Russian player was booed for an apparent middle-finger gesture made during his match against Spain's Feliciano López. When the jeering continued during Medvedev's post-victory interview, he decided to make a statement.

While presenting a VMA to Taylor Swift, Travolta attempted to hand the award to drag queen Jade Jolie, who bears a striking resemblance to Swift.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed 215 possible cases of severe respiratory disease appearing to be vaping-related that have been reported from 25 states. The agency's director advised consumers to refrain from "using e-cigarette products including nicotine, THC, and CBD."

Adidas has partnered with Parley for the Oceans to turn marine pollution like plastic bottles into shoes and sportswear. The two companies have prevented over 2,800 tons of plastic from reaching the ocean.

The fate of the anime studio is being discussed following an audio leak that appears to record some of the studio's voice actors making offensive comments.

Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor put on an incredible performance during the season opener against University of Southern Florida with four touchdowns and 183 total yards.

Comedy writer @fairycakes reminisced about her time working for the music chain HMV. Other former retail workers soon joined in the fun.

Republican Rep. John Shimkus released a statement on Friday announcing that he will not seek reelection next year. First elected in 1996, he is the 14th Republican to announce that he will not run in 2020.

Publix grocery stores in Florida are getting crafty with hurricane prep, decorating cookies and cakes in Hurricane Dorian's likeness and using frosting to let the hurricane know it isn't welcome.

The NFL and Roc Nation announced that the artists will perform at the NFL Kickoff Experience in Chicago on September 5. People are sharing their thoughts on the Inspire Change social justice platform, which will use the proceeds of apparel and music sales to support "organizations committed to the key priorities of Inspire Change," according to a press release.

At least six Canadian Muslim men have been denied entry at the US border over the last two weeks, CBC News reports, including a prominent Guyana-born Toronto imam who serves as a chaplain with the Peel Regional Police.

Dorian is expected to become a major Category 3 hurricane as it nears the US and the Bahamas on Friday. Meteorologist @weatherdak shared a GIF of the storm system's lightning from Thursday night.