This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: We’re coming to you a little later than normal after the conclusion of a summit between Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, […]
President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, on August 15, 2025. | Andrew Caballero/AFP via Getty Images
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Welcome to The Logoff: We’re coming to you a little later than normal after the conclusion of a summit between Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, today. The two men spoke for almost three hours at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in what Trump described as a “very productive meeting,” but ultimately announced no concrete progress toward ending the Russia-Ukraine war.
What do we know so far? The big headline: There is no Russia-Ukraine peace deal in place, and no temporary ceasefire. Both leaders made only vague remarks about negotiations, suggesting that there could be a long way to go — if there’s a deal to be had at all.
Trump spoke for just over three minutes, following longer remarks by Putin, and told reporters that “there were many, many points that we agreed on” with a few “big ones” still outstanding; however, he offered no specifics. He also said he would speak with NATO allies and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy about the meeting, noting it was “ultimately up to them.”
What comes next? Trump and Putin are likely to speak again soon, Trump said, and may hold a second summit. It’s unclear if Zelenskyy would attend — Trump has previously expressed hope that he would, but he didn’t comment on that in his remarks Friday evening.
What’s the context for all this? Trump returned to office promising to end the conflict within 24 hours of being sworn in; nearly seven months later, it has unsurprisingly proved intractable. Trump has seemed increasingly impatient in recent weeks, including threatening “severe consequences” for Russia if there is no progress toward a deal. On Friday, however, he appeared more conciliatory.
And with that, it’s time to log off…
If you’re looking for a fun long read — and a walk down memory lane — for your weekend, may I recommend Vox’s “The 25 pieces of culture that explain the last 25 years”? Vox’s culture team tackles the moments, trends, music, movies, and more that have defined the 21st century so far, along with some wonderful illustrations by Vox art director Paige Vickers. As always, thanks for reading, and have a great weekend!
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<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-light-coloured-husky-mix-with-blue-eyes-wears-a-pink-harness-while-standing-outside-in-the-snow-right-a-small-scruffy-brown.jpg?id=56099080&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C36%2C0%2C36"/><br/><br/><p>Thinking of adding a new member to your inner circle? </p><p>Few things in life compare to the joy and unconditional love a dog brings. Whether you're looking for a cuddly couch potato or an adventure buddy, the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/spca-montreal" target="_self">Montreal SPCA</a> has a bunch of adorable pups waiting to find their forever homes.</p><p>Adoption fees range from $0 to $550, depending on the dog's age and medical needs. The fee includes spaying or neutering, vaccinations (including rabies), deworming, and a microchip. Plus, if a dog thrives with a furry friend, the SPCA will waive the adoption fee for the second pup.</p><p>You'll need to <a href="https://www.spca.com/en/adoption/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">book an appointment</a> to meet these lovable dogs in person — so you can find the perfect match and give them the home they deserve.</p><p>In the meantime, here are 14 good boys and girls that could soon become your future best friend.</p><h3>Flash</h3><br/><img alt="A medium-sized dog with a tan and white coat and a distinctive pink and black nose stands on a leash in an outdoor enclosure." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="6c9d87dd2292d28e308b5570a97f6929" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="6051d" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-medium-sized-dog-with-a-tan-and-white-coat-and-a-distinctive-pink-and-black-nose-stands-on-a-leash-in-an-outdoor-enclosure.jpg?id=56099565&width=980"/><p>Age: 2 years old<br/></p><p>Sex: Male</p><p>Breed: Mix</p><p>Weight: 25 kg</p><p>Details: Flash is a playful, energetic two-year-old who loves being outside. Shy at first, he needs a patient family to earn his trust. </p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/flash-dog-2000154687/" target="_blank">Adopt Flash</a></p><h3>Azul</h3><br><img alt="A tan-coloured dog with floppy ears and light brown eyes sits on a leash outdoors, surrounded by fallen leaves." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="3101fb6bbd55fdea30fa3c4d263ffd42" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="44904" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-tan-coloured-dog-with-floppy-ears-and-light-brown-eyes-sits-on-a-leash-outdoors-surrounded-by-fallen-leaves.jpg?id=56061118&width=980"/><p>Age: 2 years old <em></em></p><p>Sex: Female</p><p>Breed: Mix</p><p>Weight: 27 kg</p><p>Details: Azul is a lively, treat-loving pup who enjoys outdoor adventures. She'll thrive as the only pet in a quiet, child-free home with plenty of space to run and play. </p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/azul-dog-2000191469/" target="_blank">Adopt Azul</a><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/jack-dog-49058026/" target="_blank"></a></p><h3>Jack</h3><br/><img alt="A small scruffy terrier mix available for adoption at the Montreal SPCA." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="e4c6b8c3d3f2249c9622fe113fd109e5" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="2d4bf" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-small-scruffy-terrier-mix-available-for-adoption-at-the-montreal-spca.jpg?id=56060951&width=980"/><p>Age: 8 years old</p><p>Sex: Male</p><p>Breed: Terrier</p><p>Weight: 8 kg</p><p>Details: The SPCA hasn't shared a bunch of details about Jack yet, but you can get in touch with them directly if you'd like to learn more.</p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/jack-dog-49058026/" target="_blank">Adopt Jack</a></p><h3>Hakan</h3><br/><img alt="A large black mixed-breed dog at the Montreal SPCA." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="f597e489a8bbdffdc6d635b31a5b3dd0" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="3a27a" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-large-black-mixed-breed-dog-at-the-montreal-spca.jpg?id=56061203&width=980"/><p>Age: 7 years old</p><p>Sex: Male</p><p>Breed: Mix</p><p>Weight: 44 kg</p><p>Details: Hakan is a gentle giant who's had a tough journey finding a stable home. Originally from France, he's been adopted and returned multiple times due to his size and energy. He needs a calm, spacious home with patient adopters who understand him. As a bonus, Purina is offering a year of free food to his future family. </p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/hakan-dog-2000193688/" target="_blank">Adopt Hakan</a></p><h3>Zeus</h3><br/><img alt="A black and gray dog with pointed ears and warm brown eyes looks directly into the camera. He wears a harness with red and black accents." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="1ee15e54975561109db5974fe99f86b0" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="d2015" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-black-and-gray-dog-with-pointed-ears-and-warm-brown-eyes-looks-directly-into-the-camera-he-wears-a-harness-with-red-and-black.jpg?id=56061286&width=980"/><p>Age: 1 year old</p><p>Sex: Male <em>.</em></p><p>Breed: Mix</p><p>Weight: 27 kg</p><p>Details: Zeus is a playful, adventurous dog looking for a calm, child-free home with experienced adopters. He loves walks and exploring but needs a patient family who understands his sensitivities with strangers and other dogs. In the right environment, he'll be a loyal and loving companion.</p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/zeus-dog-2000209740/" target="_blank">Adopt Zeus</a></p><h3>Chica</h3><br/><img alt="A brown, medium-sized dog with a stocky build and floppy ears stands on a snowy surface, looking up with a wide, happy grin." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="ac96d8dffbaa2b984c584683c793f163" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="466e2" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-brown-medium-sized-dog-with-a-stocky-build-and-floppy-ears-stands-on-a-snowy-surface-looking-up-with-a-wide-happy-grin.jpg?id=56071893&width=980"/><p>Age: 9 years old</p><p>Sex: Female <em></em></p><p>Breed: Mix</p><p>Weight: 39 kg</p><p>Details: Chica is a sweet 9-year-old who loves cuddles, back rubs, and quiet playtime. She enjoys cozy naps and staying warm in winter with a coat. The person who adopts Chica will receive a year of free food, courtesy of Purina.</p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/chica-dog-2000212998/" target="_blank">Adopt Chica</a></p><h3>Shadow</h3><br/><img alt="A young German Shepherd with large, pointed ears and a black-and-tan coat sits in the snow, looking up with a curious expression." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="3cc1f97afbd38afef17cb2a9aacc1379" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="0fd36" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-young-german-shepherd-with-large-pointed-ears-and-a-black-and-tan-coat-sits-in-the-snow-looking-up-with-a-curious-expression.jpg?id=56072621&width=980"/><p>Age: 9 months old</p><p>Sex: Male</p><p>Breed: Mix</p><p>Weight: 36 kg</p><p>Details: Shadow is an energetic, vocal pup looking for an experienced adopter who can keep up with his active lifestyle. He needs at least two hours of daily exercise and mental stimulation, along with structured training to manage his reactivity. While he can live with other dogs under careful supervision, he's not compatible with cats. </p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/shadow-dog-2000224008/" target="_blank">Adopt Shadow</a></p><h3>Rocky</h3><br/><img alt="A large, long-haired German Shepherd with a dark brown and black coat stands in the snow, gazing directly into the camera with deep brown eyes." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="56b732cd4e9f75f3fe1bbc34ba394140" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="b1982" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-large-long-haired-german-shepherd-with-a-dark-brown-and-black-coat-stands-in-the-snow-gazing-directly-into-the-camera-with-d.jpg?id=56072706&width=980"/><p>Age: 4 years old</p><p>Sex: Male</p><p>Breed: German Shepherd</p><p>Weight: 25 kg</p><p>Details: Rocky is a lively and affectionate dog looking for a patient and understanding home. Despite his playful nature, he lives with hip dysplasia, requiring gentle care and ongoing management. He thrives in a calm environment with a secure yard where he can move freely. The SPCA is working to manage his pain, but his future family will need to continue his care.</p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/rocky-dog-2000230799/" target="_blank">Adopt Rocky</a></p><h3>Becky</h3><br/><img alt="A large brindle dog with a black muzzle and floppy ears sits on a snowy, muddy surface, looking up with gentle brown eyes." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="29fdffea4d8eb6167ddee483bdc1cd5c" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="13483" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-large-brindle-dog-with-a-black-muzzle-and-floppy-ears-sits-on-a-snowy-muddy-surface-looking-up-with-gentle-brown-eyes.jpg?id=56072737&width=980"/><p>Age: 2 years old <em></em></p><p>Sex: Female</p><p>Breed: Mix</p><p>Weight: 40 kg</p><p>Details: Becky is a gentle giant with a shy side, needing time to build trust before revealing her affectionate nature. She thrives in a patient, child-free home with an active family willing to help her gain confidence. While the shelter environment stresses her, she relaxes outdoors, enjoying long walks and sniffing adventures. </p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/becky-dog-2000233544/" target="_blank">Adopt Becky</a></p><h3>Arlo</h3><br/><img alt="A large Great Dane with a sleek black coat and droopy ears stands in a snowy outdoor enclosure." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="6778741d8c87de60dfa4f412c377c7bc" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="e84ee" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-large-great-dane-with-a-sleek-black-coat-and-droopy-ears-stands-in-a-snowy-outdoor-enclosure.jpg?id=56072739&width=980"/><p>Age: 3 years old<em></em></p><p>Sex: Male</p><p>Breed: Mix</p><p>Weight: 39 kg</p><p>Details: Arlo is a three-year-old gentle giant who needs a patient, experienced home. He's shy and cautious but thrives with positive reinforcement and structure. With the right guidance, he'll become an excellent addition to the family.</p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/arlo-dog-2000234263/" target="_blank">Adopt Arlo</a></p><h3>Xian</h3><br/><img alt="A sleek, black dog with floppy ears and striking light-colored eyes sits in the snow, outside the SPCA looking up attentively." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="4493372fc1cc2d7c4c1e045d36f6ae48" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="31d87" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-sleek-black-dog-with-floppy-ears-and-striking-light-colored-eyes-sits-in-the-snow-outside-the-spca-looking-up-attentively.jpg?id=56072766&width=980"/><p>Age: 2 years old</p><p>Sex: Male</p><p>Breed: Mix</p><p>Weight: 30 kg</p><p>Details: Xian is a lively, playful young dog with boundless energy and a mischievous side. He'd do best with an active family ready for plenty of playtime and affection.</p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/xian-dog-2000236748/" target="_blank">Adopt Xian</a></p><h3>Dimes</h3><br/><img alt="A light-coloured husky mix with blue eyes wears a pink harness while standing outside in the snow." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="14a7580b9e5b6cb81dc71276e7b0aabb" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="730a3" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-light-coloured-husky-mix-with-blue-eyes-wears-a-pink-harness-while-standing-outside-in-the-snow.jpg?id=56072861&width=980"/><p>Age: 10 months old</p><p>Sex: Male</p><p>Breed: Mix</p><p>Weight: 20 kg</p><p>Details: Dimes is a spirited, energetic dog who loves to play and stay active. He's looking for a dedicated adopter who can provide structure, training, and plenty of exercise. Sensitive to handling and best suited for a child- and cat-free home, Dimes thrives with patient guidance and clear boundaries.</p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/dimes-dog-2000237141/" target="_blank">Adopt Dimes</a></p><h3>Kiko</h3><br/><img alt="A black and white dog with a fluffy coat and floppy ears sits in the snow outside the SPCA, looking up with a wide, happy grin." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="f34c193a5ad64ad62978aa8e9fddf348" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="8b3e6" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-black-and-white-dog-with-a-fluffy-coat-and-floppy-ears-sits-in-the-snow-outside-the-spca-looking-up-with-a-wide-happy-grin.jpg?id=56093950&width=980"/><p>Age: 6 years old</p><p>Sex: Male</p><p>Breed: Mix</p><p>Weight: 42 kg</p><p>Details: Kiko is a sweet and sensitive 6-year-old dog looking for an experienced, patient adopter who understands his unique needs. Once he trusts you, he's affectionate and loving, always ready for gentle pets and companionship. He thrives in a calm, child-free home as the only pet.</p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/kiko-dog-2000238576/" target="_blank">Adopt Kiko</a></p><h3>Snoopy</h3><br/><img alt="A fluffy, small to medium-sized dog with a thick tan and cream coat sits on a counter, looking directly at the camera." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="f2584952985a936411a7502e67391de3" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="56442" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-fluffy-small-to-medium-sized-dog-with-a-thick-tan-and-cream-coat-sits-on-a-counter-looking-directly-at-the-camera.jpg?id=56094052&width=980"/><p>Age: Less than a year old</p><p>Sex: Male</p><p>Breed: Mix</p><p>Weight: Up to 20 kg fully grown</p><p>Details: Still a baby, the SPCA hasn't shared any info about Snoopy yet, but you can get in touch with them directly if you'd like to learn more!</p><p><a href="https://www.spca.com/en/animal/snoopy-dog-2000239482/" target="_blank">Adopt Snoopy</a></p></br><p class="">To view the full selection of animals, including dogs who are currently in foster care, you can visit the <a href="https://www.spca.com/en/adoption/dogs-for-adoption/" target="_blank">SPCA website</a>. </p><p><em>Love this? 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