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Entrepreneurship

Chipotle Just Removed Jalapeños After a Potential Salmonella Outbreak. Officials Say Other Restaurants May Be Affected Too

Inc. · Global

The chain says it removed the peppers from affected restaurants as regulators investigate Salmonella cases tied to Mexican-style quick-service restaurants.

Geopolitics

Bachelet-led panel urges Latin America not to choose sides in US-China rivalry

South China Morning Post – World · China

Latin American countries should resist pressure to choose between the United States and China and use their vast reserves of lithium, copper and other strategi…

General

Video shows drone chasing Ukrainian man around van before exploding

NBC News – World · US

Video shows drone chasing Ukrainian man around van before exploding Ukrainian authorities have released video said to show a Russian drone being used to delibe…

Entrepreneurship

Align AI Agents with Organizational Ethics and Compliance

Inc. · Global

Leadership sets the standard and culture for integrating AI tools.

Geopolitics

Who is responsible for the Ceuta border surge?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Tens of thousands of migrants crossed into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta several days ago. DW interviewed two experts to understand what may have caused the inc…

Geopolitics

Iran’s president denies threatening to resign during talks over strait of Hormuz

The Guardian – World · Europe

Masoud Pezeshkian dismisses talk of internal rift as hardline Assembly of Experts call US negotiations ‘futile’Middle East crisis live – latest updatesMasoud P…

Geopolitics

How to avoid the worst of the Italian heat

BBC News – World · Europe

From supermarkets to night-time tours, experts share how to make the most of Italy during this latest heatwave.

Geopolitics

More Than 170 Migrants Rescued From Burning Boat in English Channel

The New York Times – World · US

No deaths or injuries were reported. Many migrants try to reach Britain in small, often unseaworthy vessels.

Geopolitics

Middle East: India says commercial ship sunk off Yemen

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

India reported an attack on a "defenseless" commercial ship which caused it to capsize and sink, but noted the crew were safe. Meanwhile, Lebanon and Israel me…

Geopolitics

Ukraine slams Russian ‘drone safari’ after video shows vegetable seller being chased down

South China Morning Post – World · China

Ukraine on Tuesday accused Russia of committing a war crime after a video was released showing a drone chasing down and wounding a vegetable seller in the sout…

Entrepreneurship

A Director Who Never Touched Spider-Man Just Broke a Box Office Record. It’s a Master Class in Hiring for Fit Over Resume

Inc. · Global

The film’s explosive success shows how new leaders can step up to the plate when given the opportunity.

Geopolitics

India’s ruling BJP loses byelection in stronghold after Cockroach student protests

The Guardian – World · Europe

Opposition parties say nationwide protests that forced resignation of education secretary are beginning to dent BJP supportIndia’s ruling Bharatiya Janata part…

Geopolitics

Strait of Hormuz Deal With Iran Possible Soon, Bessent Says

The New York Times – World · US

Qatar said that draft language of a deal was being circulated, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed optimism about the talks but added that nothing w…

Entrepreneurship

From Streetwear’s Awkward Adolescence to Hollywood’s Hottest Martini Bar

Inc. · Global

Ben Shenassafar spent two decades turning The Hundreds into a cult streetwear label. Now he’s using those instincts to grow a buzzy Hollywood bar and restauran…

Entrepreneurship

Legendary Hedge Fund Investor Ray Dalio Warns the AI Bubble Could Burst

Inc. · Global

The Bridgewater founder says today’s AI frenzy is beginning to resemble the speculative booms that preceded the crashes of 1929 and 2000.

Entrepreneurship

Meet the Five Finalists Vying For $1 Million in the SBA’s Competition Backed By Clover

Inc. · Global

All of the finalists are manufacturers, emerging from an application field of nearly 1,200 entrepreneurs.

Geopolitics

Russian and Ukrainian drone strikes kill at least 5 in each country

The Hindu – World · India

Since Russia's invasion more than four years ago, Ukraine has developed long-range drones that can hit targets deep inside Russia. In the past year, they have …

Geopolitics

Heavens won’t fall if all 6 Vande stanzas sung in madrassas: Calcutta HC

Times of India – World · India

The Calcutta High Court heard a public interest litigation challenging mandatory Vande Mataram stanzas. The court questioned the necessity of forcing students…

Entrepreneurship

Why Smart Companies Are Adding TikTok to Their Hiring Playbook

Inc. · Global

How forward-thinking employers are turning everyday workplace moments into powerful recruitment tools.

Geopolitics

Bangladesh proposes death penalty for enforced disappearances

The Hindu – World · India

A commission set up after her overthrow recorded at least 1,569 cases of enforced disappearances during her tenure, with 251 victims still missing and presumed…

Geopolitics

Guatemala volcano eruption prompts evacuation of hundreds of people

The Guardian – World · Europe

Eruption of the Fuego volcano sends lava and ash nearly four miles into the sky as country declares second-highest alertHundreds of people living on the slopes…

Tech & Startups

Waymo opens up robotaxi service in Dallas to everyone

TechCrunch · US

Waymo has dropped the waitlist for its robotaxi service in Dallas, the latest step in the company's bid to scale its self-driving technology across the United …

Geopolitics

Deadly migrant rush to Spain’s Ceuta was sparked by runaway online rumours

South China Morning Post – World · China

It started with Instagram posts that suggested Spain’s border with Morocco was opening up. Then came Facebook users tracking coastguard patrols and TikTok vide…

Geopolitics

Mass funeral held in Gaza for victims of 2023 Israeli strike

The Guardian – World · Europe

Remains of 112 victims, including 40 children, recovered from rubble more than two years after residential block was destroyedMourners gathered in central Gaza…

Geopolitics

Trump ex-lawyer Blanche advances in attorney general bid after Republican deal

South China Morning Post – World · China

US senators voted along party lines on Tuesday to advance US President Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer as attorney general after he formally scrapped a c…

Tech & Startups

Take an extra $100 off your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass: This week only!

TechCrunch · US

Starting today, you can take an additional $100 off your founder, investor, or attendee TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass, which is a nice bonus on top of our curre…

Geopolitics

US and Qatar report progress on Iran ceasefire and reopening Hormuz strait

The Guardian – World · Europe

Optimism echoes Trump’s claims on Monday that deal is close as mediators say they are exchanging proposals Middle East crisis live – latest updatesUS and Qatar…

Geopolitics

Stressed by Heat, 3 Lions Die at Tokyo Zoo

The New York Times – World · US

The female lions died within five days of each other despite zookeepers’ efforts to shelter them from Japan’s blistering summer temperatures.

Geopolitics

Man’s Claim That Brakes Failed on Jaguar Was Scam to Avoid Car Payments, Court Rules

The New York Times – World · US

Nathan Owen called the police, saying he was trapped in a runaway car. A judge determined it was a lie and sentenced him to more than four years in prison.

Geopolitics

U.S. Treasury Secretary says chance of Hormuz deal with Iran by August 5

The Hindu – World · India

"We are in talks with the Iranians, and I think there is a chance we may have a deal today or tomorrow to open the strait and move towards a more normalised po…

Tech & Startups

TV Time co-founder launches Bingers to revive the beloved TV-tracking app

TechCrunch · US

Bingers is a new TV and movie tracker that revives the social features fans loved with TV Time, while adding support for importing their viewing history.

Geopolitics

Water dispenser linked to legionnaires’ disease case in private Hong Kong hospital

South China Morning Post – World · China

An 89-year-old patient at the Hong Kong Sanatorium and Hospital is highly likely to have contracted legionnaires’ disease after drinking water from a contamina…

Geopolitics

Service suspended at a Saudi airport after attack claimed by Houthis

The Hindu – World · India

Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree on August 4 said the rebels "successfully targeted a sensitive target belonging to the Saudi enemy at Najran Airport usin…

Entrepreneurship

Lucid Motors Just Cut CEO’s Direct Reports in Half. More Leaders Should Consider Doing the Same

Inc. · Global

The electric vehicle company’s leadership reorganization is a lesson for all organizations.

Entrepreneurship

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol Just Admitted to a Major Mistake. His Fix Is Reshaping More Than 1,000 Stores

Inc. · Global

The coffee chain says its turnaround plan is gaining traction, but low-performing North American stores could still face closures.

Geopolitics

Watch: Evacuations as Guatemala volcano erupts

BBC News – World · Europe

The Fuego volcano is located near Escuintla, Chimaltenango, and Sacatepéquez.

Entrepreneurship

Zendaya and Tom Holland Own 95 Percent of the Domestic Box Office. The Reason Isn’t What You Think

Inc. · Global

Spider-Man’s record opening shows how Sony turned authentic star power, fan-led discovery, and smart partnerships into a durable marketing advantage.

Geopolitics

22-year-old suspect in teenager's rape lynched by mob in Jharkhand; 8 arrested

Times of India – World · India

A 22-year-old man accused of abduction and sexual assault died after being beaten. Villagers attacked him with fists, kicks, and sticks following the girl's al…

Entrepreneurship

China Supplies Nearly Two-Thirds of a Crucial AI Component. New Proposed U.S. Restrictions Could Slow Data Centers

Inc. · Global

Chinese manufacturers supply the majority of the world’s data center transceivers. Experts say Western rivals may need years to replace their capacity.

Tech & Startups

Hackers steal over $130M by exploiting bug in offline hardware wallets

TechCrunch · US

A security vulnerability in the cryptocurrency hardware wallet Coldcard is allowing hackers to drain the crypto from victims’ wallets. The total losses amount …

Geopolitics

US AI leaders turn to Chinese open-weight models, challenging closed-source safety claims

South China Morning Post – World · China

More American titans of artificial intelligence are describing Chinese open-weight models as better for AI safety and security than closed-source models, chall…

Entrepreneurship

Bending Spoons Is Buying Airtable for $1.3 Billion. It Was Valued at $11 Billion in 2021

Inc. · Global

In recent years, Airtable has leaned into agentic AI. One expert says the business is ahead of the curve, with widespread adoption of such a system still years…

Tech & Startups

Spotify expands AI remix and covers project with Merlin partnership

TechCrunch · US

Spotify says Merlin, which represents more than 30,000 independent labels and distributors, has joined Universal Music Group in backing its upcoming AI-powered…

Tech & Startups

Texas halts new data centers as governor calls for audits

TechCrunch · US

Tech companies and developers have been scouring the U.S. for places to build data centers, and they’ve been drawn to Texas’ loose regulations and seemingly ab…

Tech & Startups

Walmart completes its acquisition of TV advertising company Vibe.co

TechCrunch · US

The acquisition, which was announced in June, brings Vibe.co into Walmart Connect, Walmart's connected TV advertising platform.

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