Morning News Brief
September 3, 2025
1) U.S. strike on Venezuelan boat
Q: Did the U.S. bomb a boat coming from Venezuela?
A: Yes. U.S. officials say a lethal strike in the southern Caribbean destroyed a small vessel that departed Venezuela, allegedly carrying drugs. Eleven onboard were killed. The administration linked the crew to the Tren de Aragua gang. Venezuela disputes the U.S. account and questioned video of the strike. Details on the strike method and seized contraband have not yet been released publicly.
2) Graham Greene (actor) has died
Q: Did actor Graham Greene pass away?
A: Yes. Graham Greene, the Indigenous Canadian actor best known for his Oscar-nominated role as Kicking Bird in Dances with Wolves, died Sept 1 at age 73 in Stratford, Ontario, after a lengthy illness. Tributes from colleagues, including Kevin Costner, are pouring in.
3) Google keeps Chrome — but faces new obligations
Q: What did the court decide about Google and Chrome?
A: A federal judge declined to force Google to sell Chrome. However, the ruling orders Google to share certain search data with rivals as part of antitrust remedies. Google says it will appeal, so implementation could take time. Markets took the “no forced Chrome sale” as a win for Alphabet.
