U.S. President Donald Trump announced on his social media platform, Truth Social, that starting August 1, a 25% tariff will be imposed on Indian goods entering the American market. While calling India a “friendly nation,” Trump expressed concerns over India’s trade relations with Russia and China and cited high tariffs on American products in India as justification. He also mentioned an additional unspecified fine on India but did not provide further details.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Israel will manage food distribution centers in Gaza, claiming Hamas steals aid. Critics warn this could deepen Israel’s control and endanger civilians. Trump dismissed concerns over Israeli military actions at aid sites and expressed full confidence in Israel's ability to handle distribution. The U.S. has yet to support UN-led aid efforts. It’s unclear whether Israel will operate the centers directly or through the controversial GHF, which currently runs limited aid operations in southern Gaza.

The U.S. Treasury plans to borrow $1 trillion in the July–September quarter, raising its target by $453 billion due to lower-than-expected cash inflows and a deepening budget deficit. It anticipates ending September with $850 billion in cash. In Q4, it expects to borrow another $590 billion. Analysts warn this move, driven by high interest rates and economic uncertainty, could impact global markets and future fiscal policy. In Q2, actual borrowing fell short of earlier projections despite plans for larger debt.

The U.S. is exploring talks with Myanmar's Kachin rebels to secure access to rare earth minerals, challenging China’s control over critical resources. While formal discussions with the military junta remain unlikely, direct engagement with the Kachin Independence Army is being considered. The move follows rising frustration among rebels over Chinese dominance. However, logistical and diplomatic hurdles, especially China’s influence in the region, pose major challenges. Experts warn such a strategy could legitimize Myanmar’s military regime and weaken the U.S. stance on democracy and human rights.

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran that if it continues its uranium enrichment program, the U.S. will swiftly destroy its nuclear capabilities. Speaking alongside UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Trump called Iran’s stance a “very bad signal” and emphasized that previous nuclear infrastructure was already dismantled. Iran insists its enrichment is for civilian purposes. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi condemned threats, affirming Iran’s right to enrich uranium for medical and peaceful uses, and promised decisive retaliation if attacked again.

The United States has redeployed nuclear weapons to the UK for the first time since 2008, aiming to strengthen European security and send a message to Russia. A military transport flew from New Mexico to the UK’s Lakenheath base, carrying advanced B61-12 bombs known for their precision and adjustable yield. This move marks a significant boost to NATO’s nuclear deterrence amid rising tensions. The UK is also acquiring new fighter jets capable of deploying these weapons, signaling renewed nuclear responsibilities for the British Royal Air Force.

Google's earthquake alert system failed to provide timely warnings to more than 10 million people during the deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Turkey on February 6, 2023. The company admitted its algorithm underestimated the quake's strength, resulting in limited emergency alerts being sent. Although the system was active, only a few hundred high-priority alerts were issued, leaving many unaware. Experts warn against over-reliance on such technology, emphasizing the need for robust national warning systems.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a $60 million food aid initiative for Gaza and plans to establish a U.S.-operated “Free Food Center” in the region. During a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Trump emphasized the urgency of food security for the people of Gaza, urging other nations to join the humanitarian effort. “I recently saw images of starving children in Gaza. No one can deny that reality,” Trump stated. PM Starmer also acknowledged the humanitarian crisis, calling it deeply disturbing.

Allianz Life, a major insurance provider in North America, has fallen victim to a significant cyberattack, compromising personal data of over 1.4 million customers. The breach occurred on July 16 through a third-party cloud-based CRM system. Hackers used social engineering tactics to steal sensitive information belonging to customers, financial advisors, and employees. The parent company, based in Germany, confirmed the incident and stated that affected individuals are being contacted and supported. Allianz serves more than 125 million customers worldwide.

Google has launched a new AI-driven feature called ‘Web Guide’ to make search results smarter and more organized. Using Google’s Gemini AI model, the feature highlights key websites, provides AI-generated summaries, and categorizes results by topic. Currently in experimental mode via Google Search Labs, it aims to help users find accurate information faster while reducing misinformation. Traditional search results remain accessible, but the ‘Web Guide’ will be integrated into the AI tab in the future, especially benefiting younger users.

The United States and European Union have signed a new trade agreement following weeks of negotiations. The deal imposes a 15% flat tariff on all EU goods entering the U.S. market. In return, the EU has pledged to buy $750 billion worth of American energy and increase its investment in the U.S. economy by $600 billion. The agreement was reached during a closed-door meeting between President Donald Trump and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Turnberry, Scotland.

Former U.S. President Barack Obama has called for urgent action to prevent starvation deaths in Gaza, describing the crisis as entirely preventable. Citing alarming reports, he stressed the need to allow humanitarian aid to reach civilians. The WHO reports rising malnutrition rates, with 63 of 74 famine-related deaths in July alone. In response to international pressure, Israel has announced a daily 10-hour pause in attacks to permit safe aid delivery in select areas of Gaza.

Following Israel's withdrawal from ceasefire and hostage negotiations with Hamas, former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that it is now up to Israel to decide its next steps. Speaking ahead of a meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Trump noted that Hamas has become increasingly uncooperative in talks. He emphasized the critical need to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza. Meanwhile, the United Nations has called for a significant increase in food aid to the besieged territory.

The United States has approved Lenacapavir, marketed as Sunlenca or Yeztugo, a groundbreaking new drug that offers near-complete protection (99.99%) against HIV with just two injections per year.

Developed by Gilead Sciences, the drug has been hailed as a major milestone in the fight against HIV. To ensure wider access, Gilead has signed royalty-free licensing agreements with six generic manufacturers, enabling affordable global distribution.

Lenacapavir has proven nearly 100% effective in preventing HIV infections, a virus that still affects approximately 1.3 million people annually. In recognition of its impact, the scientific journal Science named it the "Breakthrough of the Year" in 2024.

A massive technical failure on July 24, 2025, disrupted internet services for over 6 million Starlink users worldwide. The outage, caused by a core software error, lasted about two and a half hours and affected regions including the U.S., Europe, and Asia. Military operations and emergency services were also impacted, raising concerns about Starlink’s system resilience. Elon Musk apologized, but experts emphasize the need for structural upgrades in redundancy and disaster recovery to prevent future incidents in satellite-based internet infrastructure.