Social Security Payments Projected to Increase Up to 3.8 Percent in 2027

Washington, Saturday, 8 August 2026.
Driven by persistent energy inflation, Social Security benefits could jump 3.8% in 2027—one of the decade’s highest increases—as seniors struggle with a 13.7% loss in purchasing power.

Solar Tariffs Prompt Installers to Partner Directly With US Panel Manufacturers

Rethinking Human Supremacy: How Advanced AI Threatens Our Role in the Workplace

Puerto Rico Begins Emergency Water Rationing After Record Dry Month

Managing Three Middle-Age Health Risks Can Delay Dementia by 13 Years

Berkshire Hathaway Shifts Strategy as New Leadership Deploys Record Cash Reserves

Omaha, Saturday, 8 August 2026.
Berkshire Hathaway’s Q2 2026 operating earnings rose 16% to $12.98 billion. CEO Greg Abel ended a 14-quarter net-selling streak by deploying nearly $20 billion into equities, including tech giant Alphabet.

FDA Approves Moderna’s First mRNA Flu Vaccine for Older Adults

Google Sets Launch for Pixel 11 Phone Lineup

Apple Prepares Significant Price Increase for Upcoming iPhone 18 Pro

Vitalhub Plans Stock Buyback Program After Sharp Recent Gains

US Senate Delays Key Vote on College Sports Reform Legislation

Washington, Saturday, 8 August 2026.
The U.S. Senate adjourned without voting on the Protect College Sports Act, delaying landmark legislation to standardise NIL rules, cap agent fees, and grant limited antitrust immunity until September 2026.

Senate Passes Temporary Funding Bill to Avoid Government Shutdown

California State Bar Accepts Audit Findings and Ends Investigation Into Problematic Licensing Exam

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito Refuses Calls to Step Down

US Court Ruling Allows Government to End Protections for South Sudanese Migrants

Iran and Oman Negotiate Joint Traffic Control in the Strait of Hormuz

Muscat, Saturday, 8 August 2026.
Iran and Oman are finalizing a deal to control Strait of Hormuz maritime traffic, potentially imposing tolls up to 7% while banning U.S. and Israeli ships from the critical waterway.

Armenia and Azerbaijan Mark Peace Anniversary with Growing Economic Cooperation

Mexico and Argentina Support FIFA Leadership Amid Growing Global Governance Rift

US Intelligence Warns Russia May Launch Border Attacks Against NATO Countries

Four European Nations Face Severe Cyber Threats to Hospital Operations

A New Wearable Ultrasound Device Accelerates Sleep Recovery Without Medication

San Francisco, Saturday, 8 August 2026.
A non-invasive ultrasound patch shortened time to REM sleep by 43 minutes in trials, offering promising commercial potential for stress management and healthcare technology investors.

Tennessee Titans Sign Left Guard Peter Skoronski to Record Contract Extension

Former Pittsburgh Steelers Coach Mike Tomlin Makes Television Debut with NBC Sports

Los Angeles Homelessness Service Executive Receives $1.6 Million Compensation While Living Remote

Premier League Champions Arsenal Agree Deal to Sign Newcastle Captain Bruno Guimaraes