And now, Trae, whose real name is Frazier Othel Thompson, is preparing for a string of events that include live music and entertainment, a slab parade, panels and giveaways. The event began 17 years ago, when Mayor Bill White declared July 22 as Trae Day in Houston - in honor of the rapper's longtime commitment to community service.

New developments Tuesday reinforced the idea that President Donald Trump has significantly shifted his view of the Ukraine war.

Tomorrowland's elaborate main stage has been destroyed by a fire just two days before the festival begins, but organizers say the show will go on.

The festival will include multiple musical acts, wine tastings, beer tents, sailing on an historic schooner, fishing tournaments and a boat parade.

Investors' attention on Tuesday will turn to the monthly economic 'data dump' from China, which also includes second quarter GDP figures. Economists polled by Reuters expect the annual growth rate to have slowed slightly to 5.1% from 5.4% in the January-March period.

A Jones, Oklahoma farmer with extensive cattle handling experience died after being attacked by newly acquired water buffaloes, sustaining multiple fatal lacerations in the enclosure.

If you can beat the heat wave on Wednesday, you'll be treated to some down-trending temperatures through the weekend.