Sunday, August 31, 2025 Good morning, readers! 🌍 It’s Sunday, August 31, 2025 , and the world is waking up to a mix of political unrest, looming deadlines, and high-stakes drama. From anti-immigration protests shaking Australia , to Congress returning under the shadow of a shutdown , to chaotic street protests in Indonesia , today’s headlines highlight just how turbulent—and unpredictable—this weekend has become. Morning News — Sunday, August 31, 2025 1. Anti-Immigration Protests Sweep Australia Tensions escalated across Australia as thousands participated in “March for Australia” protests in about 20 locations, drawing notable political figures like One Nation’s Pauline Hanson and Malcolm Roberts in Canberra, and MP Bob Katter in Townsville. In Melbourne, clashes between protesters and counter-demonstrators prompted police to deploy pepper spray, with alarm raised over extremist elements present at the event. Victorians watched anxiously, and political leaders ...