Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Economy

25 States Sue Trump Over New Tariffs on 60 Partners

A coalition of 25 states has filed suit against the Trump administration over fresh tariffs of 10–12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, arguing the levies are an illegal workaround after the Supreme Court struck down earlier tariffs in February. The states are asking the US Court of International Trade to halt the duties entirely. The case lands at a moment when the administration is already facing mounting legal and political headwinds on trade.

World

Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Surpasses 6,000

The death toll from Venezuela's devastating earthquakes has climbed past 6,000, with National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez confirming 6,125 confirmed dead as the government's disaster response faces intensifying scrutiny. The scale of the disaster makes it one of the deadliest seismic events in Latin American history. Relief efforts are ongoing amid serious questions about the administration's capacity to manage the crisis.

MarketWill Nicolás Maduro be the leader of Venezuela end of 2026?82%

World

Iran Nuclear Talks Escalate as Trump Issues Last-Chance Warning

Trump has declared that negotiations with Iran are actively under way while simultaneously warning Tehran the talks represent its "last chance" to secure a deal — a claim Iran's government has publicly denied. The contradictory signals from both sides have injected fresh uncertainty into diplomacy that already sits against a backdrop of military tension. No date or venue for formal talks has been confirmed by either party.

MarketUS-Iran Final Nuclear Deal by December 31, 2026?35%

Tech

Palantir Posts 93% Revenue Jump, Raises AI Demand Forecast

Palantir reported $1.94 billion in second-quarter revenue — nearly double the same period last year and well above Wall Street's $1.8 billion estimate — driven by surging demand for its AI software from US government and commercial clients. The company has raised its demand outlook as rivals report mixed results, cementing its status as one of the clearest AI-era winners so far. CEO Alex Karp used the earnings call to call the broader AI industry "Marxist" for its alleged enterprise untrustworthiness.

Health

NHS Breast Cancer Checks Miss 95% of At-Risk Under-50s

A new study has found that up to 95% of women under 50 who carry elevated breast cancer risk are being missed entirely by current NHS screening programmes, which are primarily designed around older age groups. The findings point to a structural gap in early detection at precisely the stage when intervention is most effective. Researchers are calling for targeted risk-assessment tools to be embedded in routine care before women reach standard screening age.