According to a recent study, more than half of today’s teenagers regularly communicate with generative artificial intelligence companions, fueled by the appeal of constant companionship and even mental-health support. Yet experts caution that these digital confidants, however attentive, can foster unhealthy dependency, deepen loneliness, and offer unpredictable or harmful responses. To the unsuspecting or unaware, A.I. can take on many human-like traits.

In a recent proposal, President Donald Trump signaled willingness to recognize all Russian-held Ukrainian territories in exchange for Ukraine’s neutrality (Politico, August 11, 2025).

What a pleasant surprise it was to hear that the Living Church of God and Tomorrow’s World were mentioned on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast this past weekend. It might seem an odd combination, to be sure. Mr. Rogan’s popular podcast features its share of four-letter words and discussions about topics that, simply put, you won’t hear much about from Tomorrow’s World.

Over the past century, the United States has replenished more than 818 miles of coastline with new sand—a monumental effort to counter the natural erosion of coastlines caused by waves, tides, and storms (American Shore and Beach Preservation Association, August 2019). This repair practice, known as “beach nourishment,” has placed nearly 1.5 billion cubic yards of sand along the U.S.

For several decades, Azerbaijan and Armenia have fought over a disputed region in the Caucasus Mountains. Although numerous attempts at peace have been made, none have succeeded (EuroNews, August 8, 2025). Now, through a deal brokered by the United States, both parties are excited about a future peace between their two nations.