Middle East Economic Pressure: US President Trump escalated its Iran campaign, calling for the “most crushing economic operation ever taken” and warning any country aiding Tehran through finance, trade, airports, or shipping could face “tremendous economic consequences,” as Strait of Hormuz tensions keep oil markets jittery. Climate Costs in Europe: Record heat is already hitting Europe’s economy—cutting river freight, forcing nuclear plants to reduce output, damaging crops, and raising emergency spending—while economists warn the bill is still growing. Public Health Crisis in DR Congo: The African Union reports more than 5,000 Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with thousands dead, as conflict and weak health systems fuel spread. Health & Policy: A review finds vaping is linked to breathing, mental health, and developmental harms in children and young people, while Australia’s new study says parental loss doubles children’s risk of mental health disorders. Economy & Governance: Colombia declared a 30-day economic emergency after a major earthquake, expanding emergency powers and budget tools; Malaysia reported strong July trade growth, and Jollibee’s Tim Ho Wan moves to full control of its North American expansion platform. Digital Health: Ilocos Region signed an MOA to strengthen health data protection using iClinicSys, aiming for safer, more reliable medical records. Local Business Compliance: General Santos launched “Operation Pickleball Hunt” to check permits for pickleball courts and operators.