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I-T Dept urged to ease taxpayers, curb evasion — Jul 24, 2026Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged the Income Tax Department to balance convenience for honest taxpayers with firm action against evasion, calling tax certainty an economic imperative. She reiterated the five Rs—recognise, respond, redress, reflect, and reform—while highlighting the revamped Income Tax Act 2025 and a strengthened e-filing system to reduce disputes and improve processing timelines, including notes on appeals and refunds.

Supreme Court Bans Sharing Court Proceedings Without Permission — Jul 24, 2026The Supreme Court of India has issued interim orders barring the extraction, modification, posting, or monetization of audio-video recordings of court proceedings on social media and digital platforms without prior permission from the Secretary General of the Supreme Court or the Registrar General of the respective High Courts, while reiterating that legitimate news reporting remains exempt. The measures, supported by officials and arising from concerns over misuse and out-of-context clips, require responses from the Centre and others and emphasize that the restrictions apply across courts while preserving news coverage.

Iceland Rejects Restart of EU Talks; Security Ties Emphasized — Aug 29, 2026Preliminary tallies from Iceland’s referendum show an extremely close split on whether to resume EU accession talks, with reports ranging from a slight yes to a slim no as counting continued. Regardless of the advisory vote, any path to membership would still require lengthy negotiations and a subsequent referendum before becoming actual membership, reflecting deep national divisions over sovereignty, fisheries, and security.

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Novartis Phase 3 Pelacarsen Trial Misses Cardiovascular Endpoint — Sep 5, 2026Novartis reported that the Phase III Lp(a)HORIZON trial did not meet its primary endpoint, showing that lowering Lp(a) with pelacarsen reduced levels but did not significantly reduce cardiovascular events in approximately 8,000 patients on guideline-directed therapy; the company said full data will be presented at a future medical congress. Meanwhile, Royalty Pharma outlined its financial stance on the pelacarsen investment, noting the trial’s failure won’t derail its recovery of invested funds and that royalties on Spinraza remain a key part of its portfolio as it pursues its 2030 receipts target, with Ionis royalties potentially reverting after a defined cap. The developments reflect a broader scientific and market reevaluation of Lp(a)-targeted therapies and their commercial prospects.

Jared Kim Wonder how many other Lp(a) drugs in the pipeline just got a lot riskier to fund after this readout.

US-Iran Pause Persists as Talks Resume — Jul 25, 2026President Donald Trump halted the ongoing 13-day campaign of airstrikes against Iran to pursue diplomatic space, while keeping the option to resume or escalate if needed as Washington weighs its next moves. Reports also note that the pause comes amid renewed talks with Iran and regional negotiations, with the administration divided over whether to retaliate in response to incidents such as the downing of a U.S. drone, and the military remaining ready to act if diplomacy falters.

Netanyahu warns Iran of stronger responsePolitics — Jul 14, 2026Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Iran that any future attack would trigger a far stronger Israeli response, emphasizing readiness to act decisively and promising no repeat of past outcomes. The remarks, delivered at the Negev conference amid ongoing tensions and recent Israeli strikes in Iran and regional hostilities, signal a renewed posture of deterrence as the ceasefire remains fragile and the risk of escalation persists.

UN panel says slavery reparations are now a legal obligation — Aug 31, 2026A UN committee’s General Recommendation 40 declares that states must implement comprehensive reparatory measures for people of African descent affected by the transatlantic slave trade, encompassing monetary, non-monetary, and structural remedies and marking a shift from historical responsibility to present obligations. The guidance urges actions such as restitution, rehabilitation, commemoration, truth-telling, and broad institutional reforms to address ongoing racial discrimination and disparities rooted in slavery.

Tom Gallagher UN can issue all the "guidance" it wants, it has zero authority to make any country pay anything.

East West Q2 Growth Amid Broad Bank ResultsFinance — Jul 21, 2026East West Bancorp reported a strong Q2 2026 with record revenue, loans and deposits, supported by balanced growth and a strategy centered on relationship-driven performance, while management highlighted durable returns and capital strength ahead of the July 21 conference call. Meanwhile, analysts have shifted on EWBC with multiple price-target revisions and rating changes in early July 2026, and insider sales by directors Archana Deskus and Irene H. Oh were disclosed within the same period.

Chrysler recalls 239,131 Ram 1500 trucks over rearview camera issue — Sep 4, 2026Stellantis is recalling about 239,131 Ram 1500 pickup trucks from 2025 and 2026 model years because a radio/infotainment software glitch can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying, potentially violating FMVSS 111 for rear visibility; owners will receive free over-the-air or dealer updates and notices are expected in the coming weeks. The recall follows earlier Stellantis actions and highlights ongoing concerns over rear-camera reliability across Ram trucks, with additional recalls affecting nearly a quarter-million more vehicles in related campaigns.

Dana Whitfield Ram's infotainment issues keep piling up. Maybe slow down on the tech and focus on basics like a camera that just works.

Novartis MS pill beats Aubagio in two large phase 3 trials — Sep 1, 2026Novartis reported positive Phase 3 REMODEL-1 and REMODEL-2 results for the BTK inhibitor remibrutinib in relapsing multiple sclerosis, showing lower annualized relapse rate and meaningful reductions in disability progression versus teriflunomide and prompting worldwide regulatory filings. With remibrutinib already approved for chronic spontaneous urticaria as Rhapsido, the drug’s MS potential could become a major growth driver given its favorable safety profile and strong early sales signals.

Rachel Meyers Teriflunomide isn't the toughest comparator out there, would like to see how remibrutinib stacks up against some of the stronger existing MS drugs before getting too excited.

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Dubai International Airport records 31% traffic drop amid Iran war disruption — Aug 26, 2026Dubai International Airport recorded a about 31% drop in first-half passenger traffic due to the Iran war and resulting Gulf airspace disruptions, with 31.5 million travelers in H1 2026 and 13 million in the second quarter; however, officials say activity is gradually recovering as more international routes and capacity return. The airport remains optimistic about a return to stronger demand and connectivity later in the year as carriers resume services and load factors rebalance.

Emily Wilson Plans Full Odyssey Retranslation — Sep 4, 2026Emily Wilson, the first woman to translate The Odyssey into English, plans a complete retranslation rather than a revision, expanding notes and revising rhythm and word choice in light of more sophisticated methods. The renewed interest sparked by Christopher Nolan’s film has boosted sales and public debate, with critics and readers reexamining her approach and the poem’s modern relevance across multiple regions.

Jaguar Health Reports Q2 2026 Financials — Aug 18, 2026Jaguar Health reported Q2 2026 results showing revenue of about $1.23 million and a net loss of $12.68 million, with six-month revenue of $21.5 million and a net loss of $3.83 million, while highlighting crofelemer data that reduced parenteral support by up to 48% in microvillus inclusion disease and outlining a NDA package targeted for end of 2026 and an NDA submission in Q2 2027. The company also announced an investor webcast for August 19, 2026 to review the quarter and corporate updates, and reiterated its focus on crofelemer for rare gastrointestinal disorders and related partnerships.

Schumer Responds To Pompeo’s Election Remarks: ‘Look at Reality’Reporting — Nov 10, 2020Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) is responding to remarks made by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo about the election results. A reporter asked Schumer for his reaction to Pompeo’s refusal to accept that…

DOJ Restores Gun Rights Process Under Pardon Office — Aug 17, 2026The Justice Department, led by Attorney General Todd Blanche, finalized a regulation reviving a federal pathway for eligible individuals who lost gun rights to apply for restoration, requiring applicants to prove the circumstances of their prohibition as well as their record, reputation, and conduct, with strong presumptions against high-risk cases. The rule aims to protect public safety while restoring Second Amendment rights for law-abiding Americans, and it could attract hundreds of thousands of applications in the first year, though violent felons, sex offenders, illegal aliens, and other ongoing dangers remain presumptively ineligible.

GasBuddy predicts record Labor Day gas prices amid global tensions — Aug 31, 2026Labor Day 2027 is projected to bring record-high gas prices nationwide, with GasBuddy placing the national average around $4.03 per gallon and regional spikes including Lamorinda’s near $5.39 and Oregon/Washington in the high-$4s as supply tensions persist. The price volatility is driven by Iran-related disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and reduced refining capacity from Russian drone strikes, though analysts say relief may come after the summer travel rush as demand eases.

George Santos Announces He Will Not Run for ReelectionReporting — Nov 16, 2023Republican Rep. George Santos of New York’s 3rd District announced that he will not seek reelection to the House of Representatives following the release of a report by the House Ethics Committee regarding his actions…

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Comstock completes $45 million mining-asset sale — Aug 24, 2026Comstock closed a sale of its legacy mining, processing and related real estate assets to Mackay Precious Metals for more than $45 million, receiving $20 million in cash plus 2 million Mackay shares and a 1.5% NSR on retained production, while Mackay assumed reclamation liabilities and related obligations; Comstock expects a $10–$12 million gain with no cash taxes. The deal advances Comstock’s transformation toward renewable metals, improves liquidity, reduces company-wide costs, and provides upside through equity in Mackay and potential contingent payments, including a second-tranche payment due within 18 months.

US-Iran Conflict Escalates as Attacks, Talks Stall — Jul 18, 2026The Trump administration faces renewed Iran-related conflict with no clear path to victory, as security experts discuss modest aims such as reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restraining Iran’s nuclear program, while Iran’s tolling of Hormuz complicates any simple fix. Reports indicate the regime-change option and broader military escalation are being weighed, signaling renewed volatility that markets and even crypto watchers are tracking amid policy uncertainty.

El Paso Builds Largest Stormwater Pond to Cut Flood RiskEnvironment — Jul 23, 2026{"summary":"El Paso is pursuing year-round stormwater management, highlighted by the Will Ruth Pond project to reduce flood risk and remove dozens of homes from flood zones due to large-capacity detention of stormwater. In Texas, flood response and water management continue amid ongoing storms, with temporary hours-of-service relief for emergency transportation, potential reservoir boosts from floodwaters in Corpus Christi, and city-level flood adaptations including drought restrictions and related relief efforts in Austin.","summary_sources":["https://elpasomatters.org/2026/07/24/building-flood-resilience-in-el-paso-inside-el-paso-waters-stormwater-improvements/","https://tanktransport.com/2026/07/texas-flood-hos-relief/","https://www.chron.com/texas/article/texas-floodwaters-help-corpus-christi-crisis-22357177.php","https://us.headtopics.com/news/news-briefs-austin-weather-flooding-relief-and-more-85881039"]}

Red Art Games plans Broken Sword Reforged releaseEntertainment — Jul 21, 2026Red Art Games is releasing physical editions of Broken Sword – The Smoking Mirror: Reforged for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series, with standard editions available through retailers and Deluxe/limited editions (500 copies) exclusive to Red Art’s store that include extras like a sleeve, soundtrack CD, and memorabilia. The remastered adventure offers an option to switch between the original 1997 visuals and the reforged version, plus a Story Mode and multilingual voice work, with release dates set for February 19 of the respective year across platforms.

Forest Service to close 23 stations while moving headquarters to Utah — Sep 3, 2026The U.S. Forest Service is closing 23 research stations across more than a dozen states as part of an organizational overhaul led by President Trump to trim costs and focus resources in Western states; 41 additional facilities face closure but will remain open after local pushback, and 95 employees will be reassigned. The plan also relocates the agency’s headquarters to Salt Lake City and aims to save about $16 million, though conservation groups warn it could reduce forest access and harm habitats amid ongoing staff reductions.

Chris Dalton $16 million saved but how many years of research data and local expertise just walks out the door with those 95 reassignments?

Patriots Cornerback Gonzalez Seeks Market Reset — Aug 24, 2026The New England Patriots remain in talks with star cornerback Christian Gonzalez over a potential record-setting extension, with Gonzalez voicing frustration over slow progress as Week 1 approaches. Team personnel and teammates, including Eliot Wolf and Kevin Byard, say they’re still working to reach a deal while praising Gonzalez’s professionalism and return from injury as he focuses on the season.

Frozen Dinners Boom Restaurant-Quality Meals Redefine Freezer Aisle — Aug 24, 2026Frozen foods evolved from Swanson’s 1953 TV dinner solution to a diverse, high-protein and takeout-style market, now a multi-billion-dollar category shaped by continuous product reinvention. The history of freezing technology underpins this growth, while nostalgic items like Viennetta and rising global brands such as We Are Food illustrate both consumer appeal and the expanding reach of ready-made meals.

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