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France records nearly 8,000 excess deaths amid repeated heatwaves — 2dFrance recorded at least 817 excess deaths between July 27 and August 20 amid a heatwave, bringing the total since June to nearly 8,000; most victims were people aged 75 and older. Health authorities caution the figures are provisional and not all deaths are directly attributed to heat, as the summer 2026 was the hottest on record in the country.

Chris Dalton These repeated heatwaves are clearly overwhelming vulnerable groups and France should prioritize cooling measures before next year.

UK Economy Grows 0.4% in July, Beating Forecasts — Sep 11, 2026Britain’s July GDP rose 0.4%, led by services and supported by a resilient economy that has outpaced expectations and maintained growth momentum into Q3; analysts note the oil-price surge from Middle East tensions could test the inflation and BoE path, while some commentators warn the pickup may reflect seasonal effects. The data reinforce a bright start to 2025’s second half and support forecasts of stronger 2026 growth, even as the BoE weighs higher inflation risks and policy responses.

Marcus Bell Good news on growth but oil prices from the Middle East could still push inflation higher and complicate things for the Bank.

UK Job Vacancies Fall to 702,000, Unemployment Steady — 4dBritain’s job market stayed weak, with unemployment at 4.9% and vacancies at 702,000—the lowest outside the pandemic—while payrolled employees fell by 26,000 in July to August. Wages remain modest (around 3.5% excluding bonuses), reinforcing expectations that the Bank of England will keep rates on hold and that the labor market is cooler and less prone to a fresh inflation surge.

Nicole Hardy Fewer openings and falling payrolls mean the labor market is cooling without tipping into recession territory.

Ghislaine Maxwell Doesn’t Remember Trump Giving Epstein A Birthday Card — Aug 22, 2025Ghislaine Maxwell does not remember President Donald Trump giving Jeffrey Epstein a birthday card, she said during her Department of Justice (DOJ) interview released Friday. Trump sued The Wall Street Journal in July…

Supreme Court Rejects Missouri’s Lawsuit Against New York Over Trump ProsecutionReporting — Aug 5, 2024The Supreme Court rejected Missouri’s lawsuit against New York over the prosecution of former President Donald Trump on Monday. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey sued the state of New York in July, alleging its…

Keystone Law Revenue Surges 22.5%, Raises FY2027 Outlook — 5dKeystone Law Group reported stronger interim results for the six months to 31 July 2026, with revenue up 22.5% and adjusted PBT up 31%, alongside an interim dividend of 9.6p and a 15p special dividend. The firm expanded its Principal network to 501, lifted revenue per Principal to £133.8k, launched CoCounsel Legal AI, completed a brand refresh, and forecast FY2027 revenue and profits to be comfortably ahead of market expectations.

GOP Gov. Noem Sues Biden Admin After Fireworks at Mount Rushmore for July 4 CanceledReporting — Apr 30, 2021South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem (R) is suing the Biden administration over its decision to cancel the Independence Day fireworks celebration at Mount Rushmore. According to Fox News , Noem filed a lawsuit in U.S. District…

EXCLUSIVE: ‘Avoidable And Unconscionable’: GOP Rep Looks To Thwart Potential Trump Resistance In Department Of Labor — Nov 25, 2024Republican North Carolina Rep. Virginia Foxx wrote to Department of Labor (DOL) Acting Secretary Julie Su Monday to ensure the agency continues to perform casework during the remainder of President Joe Biden’s lame duck…

EXCLUSIVE: GOP Lawmakers Demand Answers From Biden-Harris Admin On ‘Botched’ Rollout Of Huge Jobs Revision — Oct 25, 2024Republican lawmakers wrote to Department of Labor (DOL) Acting Secretary Julie Su on Friday, slamming the agency for ignoring an oversight request regarding its “botched release” of data that showed the Biden-Harris…

New York Student Suspended Over Coffee Challenges Rule — Sep 11, 2026Beaver River Central School District suspended senior Julie Kaputa on her first day for bringing a cup of coffee, citing a new outside food and drink rule. Her family argues the policy was not legally adopted due to no public hearing, while the district says the August board meeting should have counted as a hearing and plans a properly announced public session to address the issue.

Mongolia's fuel prices surge as Russian supply crunch deepens — Sep 3, 2026Mongolia is contending with fuel shortages and prices rising to about $1.50–$2 per liter as Russia's fuel-crisis spills over despite Mongolia’s exemption from its export ban under an intergovernmental agreement. Diesel shipments to Mongolia rose about 7% to 1.05 million tonnes (Jan–July) and gasoline to 515,000 tonnes, with July volumes easing, while Moscow and Ulaanbaatar have stressed their traditional ties and a comprehensive strategic partnership after Putin and the Mongolian PM met.

Tom Gallagher Funny how an "exemption" still leaves you paying double at the pump. Paper agreements don't fill tanks.

Waymo Robotaxi Stops After Loaded Ghost Gun Detected — 6dTwo minors in a Waymo autonomous vehicle in San Francisco were detained after Waymo detected a firearm, prompting a high-risk stop that led to the recovery of a loaded AR-style ghost gun along with suspected marijuana and mace spray, and the youths were booked on illegal firearm possession. Waymo says it cooperated with police and notes this is not the first incident involving underage riders, with a prior July case in San Mateo where teens were found with alcohol and shooting objects from a car, and the investigation into the SF incident is ongoing.

Rachel Meyers Waymo's detection system probably prevented something worse from happening with those kids and the gun.

U.S. wholesale inventories post strongest gain since March — Sep 10, 2026U.S. wholesale inventories rose 1.3% in July to about $958.9 billion, marking the sixth straight month of gains and the strongest rise since March, with durable and nondurable goods both contributing and petroleum stocks up sharply. The inventory-to-sales ratio hovered around roughly 1.2, and the year-over-year rise reached about 5.7%, a signal that the restocking pace could support GDP growth in the third quarter.

Chris Dalton The petroleum stock jump stands out and could point to softer demand than the overall numbers suggest.

Hungary and Bulgaria retail sales surge as Italy, Germany decline — Sep 4, 2026Hungary posted stronger July retail activity with 4.9% annual growth driven by food and non-food sectors and a sharp rebound in fuel sales, even as investment remains weak and consumer momentum could shift toward services; overall consumption is seen as a key driver for 2026. Bulgaria meanwhile recorded a 5.6% year‑on‑year rise in July retail trade volume, with sustained high annual gains across months and positive calendar-adjusted growth for the EU and euro area.

Sam Okafor Meanwhile Germany and Italy can't buy a break in retail. Something structural going on there, not just one bad month.

JPMorgan Ends Lending After AI Fund Loses 67% — Sep 11, 2026JPMorgan ended its lending relationship with Situational Awareness, the AI-focused hedge fund founded by Leopold Aschenbrenner, after the fund suffered a 67% drop in July and faced a margin call that led to liquidating much of its public equity; other major banks remain lenders, illustrating a cautious stance by prime brokers toward highly leveraged AI-related bets. The move follows the fund’s heavy exposure to AI and semiconductor equities and underscores the risks of borrowed funding in concentrated, technology-focused strategies.

SpaceX Sues Texas Officials Over Terafab Records — Sep 10, 2026SpaceX filed a lawsuit in Travis County against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Grimes County to block the release of public records tied to the Terafab semiconductor facility, arguing the documents contain confidential negotiating details. The suit seeks declaratory relief and injunctions after residents’ records requests and a July AG ruling—which allowed some records to be released—highlighted the project’s potential $119 billion investment and expansive Grimes County footprint.

Jared Kim SpaceX has a valid point keeping sensitive deal terms private while building something this large in Grimes County.

Japan factory output rises 0.1% in July, extending surprise four-month streak — Aug 31, 2026Japan's July industrial production rose 0.1% month-on-month and 4.1% year-on-year, signaling resilience in manufacturing amid global headwinds but with momentum cooling from June. The data prompts cautious optimism for growth and potential Bank of Japan policy considerations, while analysts warn that gains may be uneven and unsustained, depending on global demand and sectoral dynamics.

Port of Los Angeles Posts Second-Busiest July — Aug 18, 2026The Port of Los Angeles handled 960,464 TEUs in July, its second-busiest July on record, with imports at 499,552 TEUs and overall volume supported by persistent consumer demand despite a 6% year-over-year dip from last year’s peak. Through July the port processed about 6.08 million TEUs, and analysts expect August to stay strong with more than 900,000 TEUs as retailers front-load goods ahead of tariff changes and ongoing supply-chain shifts.

Biden Thanks Frontline and Essential Workers for Making the Fourth of July ‘Possible’Reporting — Jul 4, 2021President Joe Biden is expressing his appreciation for frontline and essential workers in his message to Americans on the Fourth of July. “This Fourth of July, America is back. We’re headed into a summer of joy – of…

Hong Kong home prices fall in July 2026Finance — Aug 27, 2026Hong Kong’s private home prices slipped 0.46% in July, ending a 13‑month rally, while the rental market continued to surge to new highs, underscoring a divided market. Analysts expect a short‑term consolidation with muted new-home sales amid stronger demand from mainland professionals and broader market headwinds.

‘Squad’ Member on Fourth of July Celebrations: ‘Black People Still Aren’t Free’Reporting — Jul 5, 2021Rep. Cori Bush (D-Mo.) did not join in on celebrating the Fourth of July on social media and instead claimed “Black people still aren’t free.” She tweeted on Sunday, “When they say that the 4th of July is about American…

Democrat City Boasts Of July 4 Tyranny, Bans Fireworks And Even Sparklers — Jul 1, 2026One deep blue D.C. suburb will not be celebrating the Fourth of July with fireworks as its local government urges residents to turn in some of their patriotic neighbors.

Photos of the Cocaine Found in the White House Have Been ReleasedReporting — Nov 14, 2023Photos of the cocaine found in the White House in July have been made public through a Freedom of Information Act request. The U.K. Daily Mail reported, “Cocaine was found in locker No. 50 on Sunday, July 2 while the…

Mexican President Says Washington Summit With Trump Likely in JulyReporting — Jun 24, 2020Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said on Wednesday it is “very probable” that he will meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington in early July. His comments came after Trump said Lopez Obrador was…