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US Dollar: 'Savary' Predicts Persistent Dominance for Decades

On August 4, 2026, Bloomberg published a video in which a person identified as 'Savary' claimed that US dollar dominance will persist for decades. According to available information, no detailed arguments or specific data support this prediction. The identity and professional affiliation of 'Savary' remain unclear. The only verified definition available for this name refers to a French actress with no apparent connection to finance, making it impossible to establish who the person interviewed actually is.

4 August 2026 at 11:19

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Three US governors look to state policies to lower living costs

The governors of Oklahoma, Maryland and Delaware are presenting US states as laboratories of democracy in the effort to lower living costs. On August 2, 2026, they exchanged policy ideas covering housing, education, childcare and energy. They see affordability as voters’ leading concern across party lines. Although states cannot control inflation or global energy prices, the governors say they can act by expanding housing supply, strengthening consumer protection, investing in childcare, supporting economic growth and managing the effects of artificial intelligence and data centers.

2 August 2026 at 18:48

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Trump Cancels Strikes on Iran, Citing Outlines of a Deal

On August 2, 2026, Donald Trump announced the cancellation of a new wave of U.S. military strikes against Iran following a call from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, claiming to hold the 'outlines of a deal.' The proposed agreement would require the immediate opening of the Strait of Hormuz and an end to Iran's nuclear threat. American forces remain on maximum alert, with the cancellation conditional on a rapid agreement. Israel has joined this pause. These announcements follow a tense night: Iranian drones struck Kuwait, and a tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on August 1. Iran threatened decisive retaliation against its neighbours.

2 August 2026 at 04:40

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Trump Suspends U.S. Strikes Against Iran Pending Deal

On August 2, 2026, Donald Trump announced the suspension of U.S. strikes against Iran at the request of Tehran and regional countries, pending a rapid agreement. The deal must include the complete opening of the Strait of Hormuz—a crucial maritime route for global oil exports—and the end of Iran's nuclear program. The announcement came two days after Trump had threatened to strike Iran "very hard." On August 1, Trump and Hamas separately announced a ceasefire agreement for Gaza, despite Israeli strikes that day killing two people.

2 August 2026 at 04:36

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Ukraine Strikes Iranian Cargo Ship: Risk of Global Conflict Merger, According to NZZ

According to Switzerland's Neue Zürcher Zeitung (NZZ), Ukraine has launched an attack against an Iranian cargo ship on August 2, 2026, described as alarming. The Zurich-based newspaper raises concerns about a possible merger between the war in Ukraine and conflicts in the Gulf region. Russia supports Iran, and China's backing has become decisive for Iran's conduct of war. The NZZ identifies three escalation risk factors: Beijing's strategic calculations, Moscow's destructive resolve, and Washington's indecision.

2 August 2026 at 04:09

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Trump Media Launches Real-Time Subscription on Truth Social, Up to $100,000 per Month

Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), the American media and technology company founded for Donald Trump, officially launched a paid subscription service on August 1, 2026. The service gives customers faster, real-time access to Truth Social posts from Donald Trump and other high-profile accounts. The subscription can cost up to $100,000 per month. Trump's account is described as by far the most prominent on the platform. The initiative has been labeled as corruption benefiting a sitting president, according to The Guardian.

1 August 2026 at 20:25

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Russia fired a record 376 missiles at Ukraine in July 2026

Russia fired 376 missiles at Ukraine in July 2026, the highest monthly total since the conflict began and more than twice June’s figure, according to an AFP count based on daily Ukrainian reports. During the night of July 30–31, Russia also launched 255 drones, 195 of which Ukraine said it intercepted. Three people died in that attack. Another Russian attack struck Ukraine on August 1, while nine people were killed in other attacks on Kyiv. Ukraine is pressing US President Donald Trump for additional defensive capabilities.

1 August 2026 at 19:18

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Ukraine: Record 376 Russian Missiles in July, Zelensky and Trump at Odds Over Patriot Production

Russia fired 376 missiles against Ukraine in July 2026 — a monthly record since the conflict began, more than double June's total, according to an AFP count. Volodymyr Zelensky accused Moscow of targeting "ordinary residential buildings." During the night of July 30-31, 255 Russian drones struck Ukraine; 195 were intercepted and 3 people died. Zelensky and Donald Trump are publicly contradicting each other over an agreement allowing Patriot missile production in Ukraine.

1 August 2026 at 11:43

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Gavin Newsom Releases Tax Returns Showing $1.7–2 Million Annual Income

California Governor Gavin Newsom disclosed more than 700 pages of tax returns on July 31, 2026, spanning four years. According to The Guardian, he and his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom earned between $1.7 and $2 million annually from 2022 to 2024, paying approximately $500,000 in taxes per year. This marks his first tax disclosure since 2022. The release comes as Newsom prepares to leave office and considers a 2028 presidential run, amid federal Justice Department investigations he characterizes as politically motivated.

31 July 2026 at 19:46

Business

Financial Markets: Week of Simultaneous Turbulence Across Stocks, Bonds, and Currencies

The week of July 31, 2026, brought extraordinary turmoil to global financial markets, according to Bloomberg. Stocks, bonds, and currencies all experienced significant turbulence simultaneously — an unusual synchronized movement across asset classes. South Korean stock markets and US government bonds were among the most severely affected assets during this period. Bloomberg highlighted that such market swings appear to be growing increasingly severe over time. The full scope of the disruption remains unclear from available sources.

31 July 2026 at 14:12

Sport

FIFA Maintains Investment Plan Despite UEFA and CONCACAF Boycott Threats

On July 30, 2026, the UEFA and CONCACAF rejected FIFA's plan to raise over 4 billion dollars through a new commercial subsidiary, FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE). The UEFA voted unanimously to threaten a boycott of all FIFA tournaments, while CONCACAF—which includes the three host nations of the 2026 World Cup—also rejected the proposal, positioning the United States, Mexico, and Canada in the opposition camp. FIFA maintains its plans regardless. Together, UEFA and CONCACAF represent 96 of FIFA's 211 member votes, making FIFA President Gianni Infantino's path to majority approval difficult without their support.

31 July 2026 at 07:53

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Ratner: The Time Is Right for Joint Action Against China

Ely Ratner, former Indo-Pacific defense strategy chief at the U.S. Department of Defense under Biden, declared in an interview published July 31, 2026 in Neue Zürcher Zeitung that coordinated action against China is now opportune. Ratner argues that Beijing's vulnerabilities are underexploited and that Washington should work closely with allies—a realistic prospect in a post-Trump era. Growing numbers of countries are suffering from China's economic model, he states. However, Asian allies report feeling abandoned by Washington despite repeated commitments to pivot toward the region, with the ongoing Iran conflict illustrating this strategic gap.

31 July 2026 at 06:36

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US: DHS Orders Arrests of Undocumented Immigrants at Airports

The US Department of Homeland Security has revoked the policy allowing undocumented immigrants to travel on domestic flights and has ordered their arrest at airports. According to the New York Times, 25+ people from a dozen countries have been arrested across 15+ airports from California to Virginia. ICE agents in plain clothes conduct arrests at check-in and boarding gates. The Trump administration is targeting 2,000 migration arrests daily and now includes those with pending regularization requests among its enforcement priorities.

31 July 2026 at 05:38

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Trade: China expresses 'grave concern' ahead of the September Trump-Xi summit

On July 31, 2026, China expressed 'grave concern' over new trade restrictions imposed by the United States, as Washington demanded that Beijing respect its commercial commitments. These statements come ahead of a summit planned for September 2026, following Donald Trump's announcement that Xi Jinping will visit the United States. In total, up to four meetings between the two leaders could take place during 2026.

31 July 2026 at 04:11

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Senate committee vote on Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination postponed

Todd Blanche's nomination as US attorney general was postponed on July 30, 2026. Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis withheld support due to concerns about Blanche's close ties to Trump and a controversial tax immunity agreement. These senators requested that Trump put in writing the limits of this agreement, but the president refused, blocking their backing.

30 July 2026 at 20:00

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Kim Lane Scheppele (Princeton): US Democracy 'Declines Every Day' Under Trump

Kim Lane Scheppele, constitutional law scholar at Princeton University and holder of the Rockefeller Chair in Sociology and International Affairs, stated that American democracy 'declines every day' under Donald Trump's presidency. The statement appeared in an interview published by the Italian daily La Repubblica on July 30, 2026. Scheppele is among the world's leading experts on constitutional law and democratic backsliding.

30 July 2026 at 12:56

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Jordan: Public Letter Warns of Risk in Close US Alliance

Hundreds of public figures have signed an open letter warning that Jordan’s close alliance with the United States poses a risk, according to The New York Times. The signatories include figures from political and legal circles.

29 July 2026 at 15:06

Business

Fed decision leaves markets facing unusual uncertainty over interest rates

Markets are preparing on July 29, 2026, for one of the most uncertain Federal Reserve decision days in years. The Federal Reserve, commonly known as the Fed, is the central bank of the United States. A group of investors believes an interest-rate increase is possible. The available information does not indicate whether rates will be raised, how large any increase could be or how many investors share that view.

29 July 2026 at 14:11

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Australia: US submarine rotation at HMAS Stirling will end in 2032

The rotation of US Virginia-class submarines at HMAS Stirling in Western Australia will run from 2027 to 2032, Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy told ABC. He described Submarine Rotation Force West as a five-year commitment and said the vessels would not remain at the base year-round. Their annual time on site is being withheld for operational reasons. US and UK submarines are nevertheless expected to continue visiting after 2032. Conroy said the arrangement would not commit Australia in advance to a future conflict, amid debate over the base’s status and the possible carriage of tactical nuclear weapons by US vessels from 2032.

29 July 2026 at 11:55

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Netanyahu says he and Trump share goal of preventing a nuclear-armed Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on July 28, 2026, that his meeting with President Donald Trump featured full cooperation, mutual support and a shared understanding of their objectives. According to Netanyahu, the two leaders agree on preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. He made the statement in a video posted on his social media accounts. Netanyahu also referred to other common objectives, but the available information does not specify what they are or how the announced cooperation would work.

28 July 2026 at 21:17

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