Chris MasonPolitical editor, in Clacton
Good morning from Clacton, where Im indulging in an entirely typical pursuit of an August summers day, which is to come to the seaside. 
But my intention was… [+1466 chars]

The Reform UK leader won the contest, which was boycotted by major political parties, but didn't attend the declaration.

BBC News

Nigel Farage wins Clacton by-election that major parties boycotted - live updates - BBC

Pinkchyu has another huge musician barking for her just like Drake did ... only this time, the dog imitation is going down in her DMs.
The viral "goth baddie" tells TMZ ... a big-time musician sent … [+1246 chars]

Pinkchyu has another huge musician barking for her just like Drake did ... only this time, the dog imitation is going down in her DMs.

Drake Dating Show 'Goth Baddie' Pinkchyu Reveals Another Celeb Barked in Her DMs - TMZ

WASHINGTON The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East as reports have emerged of mental health and supply issues aboard the long-deployed USS Ab… [+6311 chars]

The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East as reports have emerged of mental health and supply issues aboard the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln.

New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln - NPR

The Kennedy Centers board of trustees voted Thursday to inscribe President Donald Trumps name on the buildings exterior and again to close the performing arts venue for two years of renovations, pote… [+114 chars]

The decisions would place an inscription honoring Trump below the venue’s sign and would close it for renovations, setting up a challenge to a judge’s order.

The Washington Post

Kennedy Center board votes to inscribe Trump’s name on building - The Washington Post

LAS VEGAS -- Fernando Mendoza's preseason debut was fitting for the Raiders' rookie quarterback.
In the Raiders' 27-14 loss to the Arizona Cardinals, Mendoza had moments when he looked like a young … [+3058 chars]

Raiders rookie QB Fernando Mendoza completed 10 of 16 passes for 97 yards and a touchdown on four drives against the Cardinals.

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Nigel Farage wins Clacton by-election that major parties boycotted - live updates - BBC

Drake Dating Show 'Goth Baddie' Pinkchyu Reveals Another Celeb Barked in Her DMs - TMZ

New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln - NPR

Kennedy Center board votes to inscribe Trump’s name on building - The Washington Post

Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza throws for 97 yards in 4 drives - ESPN