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Hawaii Primary Election Results: Two Dozen Candidates Win Seats Unopposed

Hawaii Primary Election Results: Two Dozen Candidates Win Seats Unopposed

Honolulu, Sunday, 9 August 2026.
Hawaii voters went to the polls on August 8, 2026, where twenty-four candidates secured public office without facing competition, highlighting the Democratic Party’s enduring political dominance.

Meta Expects AI Efficiency Gains to Fuel More Work, Not Extra Vacation

Meta Expects AI Efficiency Gains to Fuel More Work, Not Extra Vacation

Mattel Launches First Whitney Houston Barbie to Honor Legendary Singer

Mattel Launches First Whitney Houston Barbie to Honor Legendary Singer

Apple Solves Production Issues Ahead of September Launch for Its First Folding Phone

Apple Solves Production Issues Ahead of September Launch for Its First Folding Phone

BHP Shifts Focus to Copper as Energy Transition Drives New Earnings Record

BHP Shifts Focus to Copper as Energy Transition Drives New Earnings Record

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Why Supermarket Prices Stay High When Inflation Falls

Why Supermarket Prices Stay High When Inflation Falls

Washington, Sunday, 9 August 2026.
Although broader inflation has slowed, global food prices reached a three-year high in July 2026, as asymmetric retail pricing and severe weather shocks keep consumer grocery bills elevated.

SEC Approves New Overnight Price Limits to Tame After-Hours Stock Volatility

SEC Approves New Overnight Price Limits to Tame After-Hours Stock Volatility

Young Americans Shift to Budgeting Strategy as Debt Reaches Record Highs

Young Americans Shift to Budgeting Strategy as Debt Reaches Record Highs

US Unemployment Drops as Discouraged Jobseekers Leave the Labor Force

US Unemployment Drops as Discouraged Jobseekers Leave the Labor Force

Why Stock Markets Keep Reaching New Highs Despite Warning Signs

Why Stock Markets Keep Reaching New Highs Despite Warning Signs

latest news in companies

Elektros Advances Lithium Mining Strategy and EV Charging Technology

Elektros Advances Lithium Mining Strategy and EV Charging Technology

Freetown, Sunday, 9 August 2026.
Elektros Inc. is attracting investor interest as it advances hard-rock lithium mining in Sierra Leone and explores licensing opportunities for its efficiency-enhancing U.S. electric vehicle charging patent.

NI Holdings Returns to Profitability Despite Severe Storm Claims

NI Holdings Returns to Profitability Despite Severe Storm Claims

Delta Air Lines Shares Soar as Analysts Signal Room for Growth

Delta Air Lines Shares Soar as Analysts Signal Room for Growth

Spanish Court Orders Property Developer to Pay €1.18 Million Over Misleading Sea View Claims

Spanish Court Orders Property Developer to Pay €1.18 Million Over Misleading Sea View Claims

Firebird Opens Massive Regional Compute Center in Armenia to Power Global Technology

Firebird Opens Massive Regional Compute Center in Armenia to Power Global Technology

latest news in politics

US Senate Delays Key Vote on College Sports Reform Legislation

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

Senate Passes Temporary Funding Bill to Avoid Government Shutdown

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

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

US Senate Approves Tough Economic Sanctions Targeting Russian Energy Buyers

US Senate Approves Tough Economic Sanctions Targeting Russian Energy Buyers

US Considers Ending Grace Period for Unemployed H-1B Visa Holders

US Considers Ending Grace Period for Unemployed H-1B Visa Holders

latest news in global

How Peace in the Caucasus Unlocked Direct Energy Trade Between Historic Rivals

How Peace in the Caucasus Unlocked Direct Energy Trade Between Historic Rivals

Baku, Saturday, 8 August 2026.
One year after the historic Washington summit, former adversaries Azerbaijan and Armenia are actively trading petroleum products and developing shared transit routes, marking a major economic milestone.

Guyana Approaches Venezuela's Oil Output While Dominating Global Per Capita Production

Guyana Approaches Venezuela's Oil Output While Dominating Global Per Capita Production

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

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

Armenia and Azerbaijan Mark Peace Anniversary with Growing Economic Cooperation

Armenia and Azerbaijan Mark Peace Anniversary with Growing Economic Cooperation

Mexico and Argentina Support FIFA Leadership Amid Growing Global Governance Rift

Mexico and Argentina Support FIFA Leadership Amid Growing Global Governance Rift

latest news in general

A New Wearable Ultrasound Device Accelerates Sleep Recovery Without Medication

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.

Brush Fire Near Burbank Forces Business Evacuations and Cancels Events

Brush Fire Near Burbank Forces Business Evacuations and Cancels Events

Tennessee Titans Sign Left Guard Peter Skoronski to Record Contract Extension

Tennessee Titans Sign Left Guard Peter Skoronski to Record Contract Extension

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

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

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