We know what’s coming and we are prepared.
1. Geopolitical & Military Tensions
Thailand–Cambodia conflict: Martial law has been declared, over 138,000 people have fled, and both sides have exchanged fire. Terrain challenges and border disputes intensify risks of prolonged conflict.
Middle East flashpoints: The Gaza conflict escalates as Israel prepares for a major offensive and new ceasefire efforts stall. Suwayda, Syria, sees Druze self-administration declared.
Russia–Ukraine talks: Zelensky confirms negotiations, but a Putin-Zelensky meeting is still seen as unlikely by the Kremlin.
ISIS strike: U.S. CENTCOM killed a senior ISIS leader and his sons in Syria.
2. Western Politics, Immigration, and Populism
UK Islamophobia sentiment: A new survey shows over 50% of Britons view Islam as incompatible with British values, potentially fueling anti-immigration politics.
Jeremy Corbyn’s new party: Gathers 200,000 members; promotes anti-austerity, pro-immigrant policies in contrast to rising nationalist sentiment.
Anti-migration protests: Spread across the UK, leading to local council actions and enforcement under new online safety laws.
3. Major Shifts in Global Tech and Business
Meta bans political ads in EU: Cites new EU rules as "unworkable," halting political advertising on Facebook and Instagram.
Microsoft ends passwords: Shifting to passkeys, Face ID, and biometrics by August 1.
TikTok's future uncertain in the U.S.: Commerce Secretary warns of shutdown unless China approves an ownership transfer.
Used EVs lose 40% value in year: Highlights growing concerns about resale and sustainability.
Unitree humanoid robot: Released for $5,900, reflecting major drop in consumer robot prices.
4. Trump, Epstein & Political Scandal Fallout
Trump distances from Epstein: Denies visiting his island, urges focus on Clinton and others.
Ghislaine Maxwell cooperation: Provides names of 100 linked individuals under partial immunity.
Newsmax labels Maxwell a “victim”: Raises questions due to ties with former Trump cabinet officials.
Trump’s policy moves: Claws back $9B in foreign aid and public broadcasting funding, hints at using tariffs to fund rebates.
5. Global Economic Unrest & Social Shifts
Porsche profits plummet 91%: Leads to job cuts in Germany, symbolic of broader luxury market strain.
France to recognize Palestine: Macron commits to UN announcement in September, drawing sharp rebuke from the U.S. and Israel.
UN court ruling on climate: Declares climate change a universal human threat, formalizing climate migrants under international law.
Argentina’s consumption boom: Driven by political cycles and inflation expectations.
Bezos sells $5.7B in shares: Possibly reflecting market repositioning or personal financial planning.
British man attacked for entering a ‘no-go zone’ in London.
A horde of Islamists surrounded him and questioned why he was in ‘their’ neighborhood.
They threatened him and began chanting ‘Allahu Akbar’ as they kicked him out.
Minister of State for Courts and MP for Finchley and Golders Green, Sarah Sackman, says religious courts like 'Shariah' are a fundamental part of 'British Values'.
A 65-year-old couple retiring in 2025 with average earnings will receive an estimated $1.34 million in lifetime benefits, while contributing only $720,000 in today’s dollars.
That shortfall—more than $600,000 per couple—is being made up by younger workers.
“Most of the growth in spending has gone to retirement and healthcare, while programs that promote upward mobility... have been left behind”
https://www.newsweek.com/social-security-medicare-young-workers-cost-10477619
