Geopolitics
PlayStation Network outage resolved after thousands of gamers unable to play
BBC News – World · Europe
The outage affected gamers' ability to launch games, apps or network features on their PlayStation.
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Geopolitics
Venezuela to exit International Criminal Court, accusing it of ‘bias’
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Announcement comes as Venezuela has hewed close to Trump administration, who has pledged to'disable' international court.
Geopolitics
US small businesses sue Trump administration over new ‘forced labour’ tariffs
South China Morning Post – World · China
Two US small businesses on Friday challenged President Donald Trump’s latest round of tariffs on goods from 60 trading partners, saying that the new policy,…
Geopolitics
Saudi Arabia strikes Houthi-held Hodeidah, Yemeni group says
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Houthi-controlled Foreign Ministry warns that the attack will trigger further escalation in the Yemeni conflict.
Geopolitics
Trump vows to investigate EU over fining of US tech companies
BBC News – World · Europe
The US president says fines against Google, as well as Apple, Meta and Amazon, should be "entirely reversed."
Geopolitics
Canada marks Gordie Howe bridge opening without US after trade war deepens
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Canada cancelled planned cross-border ribbon-cutting ceremony and the milestone opening was only among Canadians.
Geopolitics
Who is Afrah al-Zouba, Yemen’s first female foreign minister?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
In a historic first, Afrah al-Zouba was appointed Yemeni foreign minister on July 23.
Entrepreneurship
What’s Not on the Ingredient List Could Be Your Problem
Inc. · Global
Be prepared: A new federal directive will require safety information for processing aids.
Entrepreneurship
The Unicorn Frappuccino Created Chaos the First Time. Starbucks Is Bringing It Back Anyway
Inc. · Global
The Unicorn Frappuccino returns August 15 for one weekend only. Fans are celebrating, but memories of the chaos it created for Starbucks baristas haven’t faded.
Entrepreneurship
Domino’s Found a Growth Engine Beyond Just Pizza—and It Just Helped It Beat Expectations
Inc. · Global
The company’s supply-chain business offset softer storefront sales, helping it earn more dough.
Entrepreneurship
An Ohio Transit Worker Made Over $200,000 in Overtime Pay—Only the CEO Made More in 2025. People Are Split on How to Feel
Inc. · Global
Understaffing, union rules, and an unbeatable work ethic allowed a vehicle technician to more than triple his base salary.
Geopolitics
Rare Pompeii Ceiling Is Restored From Fragments, Depicting Scene From Myth
The New York Times – World · US
By collecting about 1,000 fragments and painstakingly assembling the pieces, archaeologists restored a scene depicting the popular love story of Dionysus and A…
Geopolitics
Wildfire survivors tell of narrow escape as Spain declares emergency
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
More than 10,000 people have been forced to evacuate as firefighters struggle to contain wildfires in central Spain.
Tech & Startups
Volkswagen engineers charged with insider trading tied to Rivian joint venture
TechCrunch · US
The indictment, which was unsealed Friday, alleges the Volkswagen engineers used confidential insider information to buy stock in Rivian.
Geopolitics
As Canada Opens Gordie Howe International Bridge, Americans Are Told to Stay Home
The New York Times – World · US
After a delay ordered by President Trump and new tariffs against Canada, the bridge between Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit finally opened on Friday.
Geopolitics
FBI head Kash Patel meets China security chief Wang Xiaohong in Beijing on crime crackdown
South China Morning Post – World · China
Washington and Beijing’s top police officials met on Friday in the Chinese capital, the latest meeting by senior level representatives in advance of a much-ant…
Geopolitics
Trump vows fresh tariffs on EU in retaliation for US$1 billion Google fine
South China Morning Post – World · China
US President Donald Trump threatened new tariffs on products from the European Union in retaliation for the bloc’s US$1 billion (€890 million) fine of Alphabet…
Geopolitics
Poland's main opposition collapses over far-right slide
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
A power struggle within Poland's main opposition force has come to a head. But a move to expel former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki may greatly weaken the …
Entrepreneurship
Meta Is Giving Millions of Facebook Users a New Verification Badge for Free. Here’s How to Get It
Inc. · Global
A quick process can earn Facebook users a free badge across Marketplace, Dating, Groups, and their profile.
Geopolitics
A Turkish Governor Was Ousted. Were Bicycling Tights to Blame?
The New York Times – World · US
Mehmet Fatih Cicekli posted some social media content of himself in workout gear. Then he lost his job.
Geopolitics
Japanese Militant in Tel Aviv Airport Attack Dies in Lebanon at 78
The New York Times – World · US
Kozo Okamoto survived a 1972 suicide mission he undertook with two other members of the Japanese Red Army, a left-wing militant group aligned with the Popular …
Entrepreneurship
New Data Says 59 Percent of People Turn Down Plans for This Reason
Inc. · Global
Before committing to events, travel, and even work opportunities, people are increasingly asking one question.
Geopolitics
Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin, long-time ally of Sheikh Hasina, resigns
The Hindu – World · India
In his resignation letter, Shahabuddin defended his decisions that led to the formation of the interim government after the fall of Prime Minister Hasina’s gov…
Geopolitics
Receding waters uncover flood devastation, 31 dead in Gujarat
Times of India – World · India
15 Deaths In Navsari, 7 In Valsad, 4 In Kheda; Rain Fury Shifts North
Geopolitics
Car bomb attack kills 27 in northwest Pakistan
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
The Pakistani Taliban said four suicide bombers carried out the assault in the country's northwest.
Geopolitics
Indian seafarer killed in attack on ship in Black Sea
The Hindu – World · India
The External Affairs Ministry said MV Omorfi was attacked while transiting the Black Sea, reportedly in Russian territorial waters; at the time of the incident…
Entrepreneurship
Homebuyers Are Flocking to Climate Danger Zones for 1 Surprising Reason
Inc. · Global
A new report finds that nearly 1 in 4 U.S. homes face severe climate risks, yet buyers keep flocking to danger zones. The reason comes down to this key factor.
Entrepreneurship
Why Your Employees Hate Their Health Insurance
Inc. · Global
Healthsharing is one approach you can take to buying better coverage.
Tech & Startups
The 2026 El Niño Is on Track to Be the Strongest on Record
Wired · Global
This climate phenomenon could cause a massive global temperature spike and cause economic losses of $10 trillion by 2032.
Entrepreneurship
Founded in 2024, Worth $4 Billion in 2026: The Wild Rise of AI Startup Corgi
Inc. · Global
The AI-native insurance company founded in 2024 is growing fast, with a reported valuation jump of more than 200 percent in under three months.
Entrepreneurship
3 Characteristics CEOs Share
Inc. · Global
Anyone can grow into the role of CEO if they are willing to put in the work.
Geopolitics
Trump threatens EU with tariff probe over Google, tech fines
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
US President Donald Trump has said he will initiate a tariff investigation against the EU in response to fines against US tech companies. He cited the latest c…
Geopolitics
Existing care workers could be exempt from UK’s tough new immigration rules
The Guardian – World · Europe
Exclusive: Andy Burnham thought to be considering waiving stricter right to remain rules for people already working in the sectorHundreds of thousands of care …
Geopolitics
ICC prosecutor Karim Khan removed over ‘political’ sex abuse claims
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Karim Khan's defence team underscores that the prosecutor was removed while many court officials are under US sanctions.
Geopolitics
Karim Khan ousted as prosecutor of international criminal court
The Guardian – World · Europe
Member states vote to remove British barrister after allegations of sexual abuseThe prosecutor of the international criminal court, Karim Khan, has been remove…
Geopolitics
US school shooter pleads guilty in Georgia following father’s conviction
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Colt Gray pleads guilty to killing two students and two teachers in 2024 attack, which upped scrutiny of parental role.
Geopolitics
6 Killed in West Bank Shooting, Officials Say, Among the Deadliest in Months
The New York Times – World · US
The authorities said four Palestinians and two Israelis were killed in the incident. The details remain unclear, with officials giving differing accounts.
Geopolitics
Wildfires in France and Spain Drive Tens of Thousands From Their Homes
The New York Times – World · US
French officials ordered the evacuation of the Cap Ferret Peninsula, a popular holiday destination. Fires west of Madrid were closing in on populated areas.
Geopolitics
Argentines Facing Surge of Criticism After World Cup Loss Have Something to Say
The New York Times – World · US
Many Argentines condemned their players’ racist chants and aggressive behavior during the World Cup, but rejected what felt like a sweeping stigmatization of t…
Entrepreneurship
Mark Cuban Says AI Will Start Training Employees the Same Way Pilots Learn. Here’s How
Inc. · Global
Mark Cuban is predicting that companies will use AI to help workers practice difficult tasks and scenarios.
Geopolitics
Iran’s New Leader Is More Open to Pursuing a Nuclear Weapon, U.S. Intelligence Says
The New York Times – World · US
The previous supreme leader, who was killed early in the war, had renounced nuclear weapons. U.S. spy agencies believe his son is more interested in building a…
Geopolitics
ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan removed from post over sexual misconduct allegations
South China Morning Post – World · China
Member states of the International Criminal Court voted to dismiss prosecutor Karim Khan for serious misconduct, the ICC said on Friday. Diplomats running the…
Geopolitics
US and Iran trade more strikes in Gulf as fears of escalation mount
BBC News – World · Europe
It comes as Iran condemned the US plan to use frozen Iranian assets to pay for war damages.
Tech & Startups
Why Cognition bought Poke: AI personality is becoming a competitive advantage
TechCrunch · US
The acquisition brings Poke’s conversational style and interaction model to Cognition’s coding agent Devin, reflecting a growing belief that how AI assistants …
Geopolitics
The unfinished business of the India-U.K. trade deal | Explained
The Hindu – World · India
While the India-U.K. CETA eases trade barriers, important questions on investment protection, patent rules and carbon border taxes have been left for future ne…
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