It’s "he said, Trump said" in today’s news
The new iPhone is here. A "Most Wanted" suspect is on the loose. And we wonder who really said what in the White House.
It's Ashley and Alex. Here's the news everyone's talking about Tuesday.
But first, everything's bigger better in Texas: West University Place, Texas, was named one of the best cities to live in. Did your city make the list?
John Bolton is out, but how it happened is debatable
President Donald Trump fired John Bolton as his national security adviser Tuesday, noting that the two "disagreed strongly" on many issues. Trump wrote in a tweet, "I informed John Bolton last night that his services are no longer needed at the White House." But Bolton said he offered to resign, contradicting Trump's characterization of his departure. He texted several reporters that he had not been fired, as the president said. Bolton's departure comes amid internal tension at the White House, particularly over negotiations with the Taliban and the president's hopes for a withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan.
Other things he said, they said:
Trump said people were "soaking wet" waiting in line at a North Carolina rally. But reporters said it wasn't raining in Fayetteville.
Arnold Schwarzenegger said Trump is "in love" with him. TBD what Trump says.
It’s Apple Day, and Tim Cook brought the main course
Apple unveiled the brand-spanking-new iPhone 11 on Tuesday during its annual event at its headquarters in Cupertino, California. Apple is rolling out three new phone models: a lower-priced iPhone 11, the iPhone 11 Pro and the iPhone 11 Pro Max. Dare I say I want them all? Because I do. All three smartphones will be available for preorder Friday, and you can get your hands on one for $699. Let's talk about this camera situation (look at the image below). The Pro editions will sport a redesigned camera with a third lens that can capture extreme wide-angle shots. Hello, group selfies. But wait! There's more: Apple unveiled new versions of its iPad and Apple Watch.
What everyone’s talking about
An escaped murder suspect on the 15 Most Wanted List could be hiding out in Arizona, the U.S. Marshals Service said.
A Portland TV anchor clapped back at a male viewer who critiqued her attire.
She retired from the Navy with a bang, but the only way to really understand is to see for yourself.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made a student loan payment during a congressional hearing on student loans.
Ms. Monopoly: Hasbro launches a new version of the iconic board game that celebrates female trailblazers.
Wildlife is brutal but beautiful
The Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition released a few images from its 2019 contest – and they're incredible. The photo contest, representing plant and animal life from across the globe, is developed annually by the Natural History Museum in London. You really need to see these stunning – and sometimes heartbreaking – images.
How did the Golden Ray cargo ship capsize?
The gleeful rescue team that pulled four trapped crewmen from a capsized cargo ship off the Georgia coast left behind more than 4,000 cars and one big question: Why did the Golden Ray capsize? There are not many possibilities to explore.
One Short List reader got a close-up look at the overturned vessel with her dog, Samuel. "I was out playing ball, and you can see the cargo ship in the background," Denise Rocawich, who lives in Brunswick, Georgia, said. "Glad to hear that all the crew has gotten out safely."
Real quick
It appears the husband of Sarah Palin, former Republican VP nominee, is filing for divorce.
Harvey Weinstein's ex-rep Lisa Bloom should be "disbarred," said Rose McGowan, one of the fallen movie mogul's accusers.
Robert Frank, groundbreaking "The Americans" photographer, died at 94.
Former national security adviser Michael Flynn's attorney accused the government of a cover-up.
One America News sued Rachel Maddow for $10 million for dubbing the network "Russian propaganda."
1 hurricane, 17 hours, 5 people, 1 GMC Terrain SUV
As Hurricane Dorian approached the Bahamas, John Slack knew better than to stay in his house. What he didn't know was that despite relocating to a "safer" place to ride out the monster storm, it really didn't matter.r. A few snap decisions would result in Slack and four others, including a man with pancreatic cancer, spending the duration of Dorian trapped inside a vehicle for 17 hours. “We just feel blessed to be alive and are so thankful to be here after this life-altering experience," Slack said.
Alex Connor chipped in on this compilation of stories from across the USA TODAY Network. Want this snappy news roundup in your inbox every night? Sign up for "The Short List" newsletter here.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Trump, Bolton, Apple iPhone 11, Sarah Palin, AOC: Tuesday's news
