Civilian deaths in Ukraine jumped in July as Russia hit cities, UN says Reuters

For the last month, Americans have viewed their lunchtime salads or even a single, crisp leaf of iceberg on their burger as a possible threat. Could it harbor cyclospora, the explosive-diarrhea-causing parasite that by early August had sickened thousands, hospitalized hundreds, and led to two deaths

Morning Bid: Stay of execution? Reuters

US warns Iran it will step up economic pressure; two more ships attacked in Hormuz Reuters

Oil set for weekly gains after US threatens indefinite blockade of Iran Reuters

Wall St futures muted as higher oil prices temper risk appetite after S&P record close Reuters

US equities slipped from all-time highs as new data showed that consumer spending softened in July.

Heated rows over $1bn-grossing movie reflect The Odyssey’s enduring force

Crime boss suspect tried to mix legitimate business with allegedly running a murderous empire

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