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I am looking forward to being back in the Great State of New York tomorrow, where Highly Respected and very popular Nassau County Executive, Bruce Blakeman, is running to be the next Governor! Bruce is MAGA all the way, and has been with me from the very beginning. As Nassau County Executive, he is working tirelessly with the Brave Heroes of ICE, Border Patrol, and Law Enforcement to Keep Our Border SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Safeguard our Community, and Ensure LAW AND ORDER. As your next Governor, Bruce will continue to fight hard to Grow the Economy, Cut Taxes, and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Champion American Energy DOMINANCE, Strengthen our Military/Veterans, Advance Election Integrity, and Protect our always under siege Second Amendment! Bruce Blakeman is a FANTASTIC guy, will win the big November Election and, without hesitation, has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Governor of the ONCE GREAT STATE OF NEW YORK. BRUCE WILL MAKE IT GREAT AGAIN, AND WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN! President DONALD J. TRUMP

The assault on free markets is now coming from all sides: Left, horseshoe Right, radical Islam. All three hate individualism; all three see property rights and capitalism as inherently corrupting. It’s time to fight back. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nl6flUs1Y44 @BenShapiroGang

Oil spill from grounded tanker reaches Oman’s mainland beaches Oman’s Environment Authority said Wednesday that oil leaking from a tanker grounded off the country’s coast had reached mainland beaches. The spill threatened marine habitats and a nearby protected area as strong winds and monsoon currents spread the oil, raising fears it could reach other islands. 👉 Read more: https://f24.my/C6RM.g

Netanyahu gave a ‘victory to Hamas’ by rejecting US-backed Gaza peace plan Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s rejection of a US-backed peace plan for Gaza last week offered a diplomatic victory to Hamas, according to some analysts. The Palestinian Islamist movement had agreed to gradually give up weapons in exchange for an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, but agreeing on the definition of "disarmament" may prove a sticking point. 👉 Read more: https://f24.my/C6Pv.g

The U.S.A. has total control over the Strait of Hormuz. I THINK WE WILL KEEP IT! Our Naval Blockade is being called, by everyone, “A WALL OF STEEL,” and there is nothing Iran can do about it. They have no Navy, they have no Air Force, their remaining soldiers are unpaid, the IRGC is decimated and fleeing, and their “Leadership” is uncertain, at best! They have No Money - Their country is “shot.” All they have is FAKE NEWS and 300% INFLATION, and getting worse! Iran is all talk and no action, the Bully of the Middle East No Longer. Praise be to Allah! President DONALD J. TRUMP

Hey, look, two silver spoon rich kids sitting in a prop cabin in Maine to talk about how the elite class is victimizing you…and also, why the Joos did Hunter Biden’s laptop and ackshually Candace Owens is just the best. Viva la revolucion! https://x.com/benshapiro/status/2087285418458763402/video/1 @BenShapiroGang

Middle East live: US military strikes ship violating blockade of Iranian ports The US military announced on Tuesday that it had shot a Panama-flagged ship that was trying to approach an Iranian port in violation of Washington's blockade. President Donald Trump asserted again that the United States was exercising "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments. 👉 Read more: https://f24.my/C6KV.g

Woke 1: Racism causes capitalism, imperialism, colonialism, and the Constitution (The 1619 Project) Woke 2: Capitalism causes racism, imperialism, colonialism, and the Constitution (Lenin) @BenShapiroGang

North Korea may deploy up to 50,000 troops to Russia, Zelensky claims Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Saturday that as many as 50,000 North Korean soldiers could be deployed to Russia, reflecting growing military cooperation between the two countries. He did not elaborate on his sources for this information, but warned that Pyongyang could gain valuable battlefield experience and military technology through its support for Russia. 👉 Read more: https://f24.my/C64U.g

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez announces a presidential run... by streaming herself freezing her eggs; AOC says that Woke 1.0 went a little overboard, but Woke 2.0 will be so hot; and, in WNBA news, a black player hammers Sophie Cunningham and then claims that her ejection is @BenShapiroGang

Black and Brown Voters don’t want Communism or Socialism — Not surprisingly, they are flocking to the Republican Party! They remember that Abraham Lincoln was a Republican! President DONALD J. TRUMP

Middle East live: Iran issues list of demands for reopening Strait of Hormuz Iran has issued a list of demands for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, including compensation for war damages, complicating a potential deal to open the vital waterway. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said discussions with Oman were "approaching the final stages", but added the reopening of Hormuz "is subject to other conditions". Follow our liveblog for the latest developments. 👉 Read more: https://f24.my/C62M.g

NORYX August 8, 2026 EU begins enforcement phase of revised AI rules as transparency guidelines opened for consultation The European Commission has begun exercising new supervisory and enforcement powers under the revised AI regulatory package, initiating consultations on draft guidelines requiring providers to disclose when users interact with AI and to meet transparency obligations for general‑purpose models. The move formalises timelines that stagger compliance for high‑risk systems and sets deadlines for providers to adopt transparency measures. The Commission said the measures aim to balance innovation with legal certainty across the single market. Source: Shaping Europe’s digital future VERIFICATION: Confirmed | CONFIDENCE: High European Union adopts delayed timetable for high‑risk AI obligations to ease implementation burdens EU legislators finalised an “AI Omnibus” adjustment that postpones the application dates for several obligations on high‑risk AI systems—pushing stand‑alone high‑risk rules to December 2, 2027 and delaying requirements for AI embedded in products until August 2, 2028. The regulation cites delays in standards, national authority set‑ups and implementation costs as reasons for the staggered approach while preserving core enforcement powers that began to enter into force. Source: EUR‑Lex VERIFICATION: Confirmed | CONFIDENCE: High European Central Bank signals rate path steady but keeps door open to further tightening The European Central Bank maintained its key interest rates after recent meetings but reiterated that policy will remain data‑dependent and left the prospect of further tightening under consideration as inflation and commodity price volatility continue to influence outlooks. The ECB published updated policy projections and noted the importance of vigilance given external shocks and uneven demand across the euro area. Source: European Central Bank VERIFICATION: Confirmed | CONFIDENCE: High EU opens consultation on draft transparency rules for AI‑generated content ahead of enforcement deadlines The European Commission launched a public consultation on draft guidelines detailing how businesses must label and disclose AI‑generated or manipulated content and interactions. The consultation clarifies obligations for providers and downstream users, and shortens the phase‑in period for some transparency requirements, reflecting the Commission’s urgency to curb misinformation and protect fundamental rights while the broader regulatory framework is phased in. Source: Shaping Europe’s digital future VERIFICATION: Confirmed | CONFIDENCE: High Conclusion: European institutions are synchronising a cautious enforcement push on artificial intelligence—combining immediate supervisory powers with staggered compliance dates and detailed transparency consultations—seeking to embed oversight without snapping supply chains or innovation channels. #AI #EuropeanUnion #Regulation #Economy

NORYX August 8, 2026 EU AGREES NEW JOINT AIR-DEFENCE PLAN FOR UKRAINE AHEAD OF COALITION SUMMIT European leaders agreed a package of coordinated air-defence deployments and joint training measures aimed at shoring up Ukraine’s shortfalls in interceptor capacity, officials said on Friday, moving to accelerate deliveries and establish pooled command arrangements ahead of a wider allies’ summit. The measures include faster transfer timelines for Western surface-to-air systems, a NATO-mode interoperability protocol for multinational units and expanded rotorcraft and logistics support launched from EU bases in eastern member states. The announcement reflects a push by European capitals to assume greater responsibility for Ukraine’s defence burden, while seeking to avoid direct escalation with Russia. Officials said the package prioritises systems that can be fielded rapidly and includes contingencies to speed spare-parts and ammunition flows. Source: Investing.com VERIFICATION: Confirmed | Developing CONFIDENCE: High ECB HOLDS RATES BUT SIGNALS FURTHER TIGHTENING MAY BE NEEDED The European Central Bank left its key rates unchanged at the latest meeting but reiterated that further tightening remains on the table if inflation pressures persist, the bank said in its policy statement and accounts released on Friday. Governing Council minutes showed members remain split over the path of policy but united on the need to preserve optionality in the face of energy-price volatility and stronger-than-expected services inflation. Markets priced a non-zero probability of a follow-up move in coming months, while euro-area lending conditions and real-economy indicators will determine the timing of any additional hikes. Source: European Central Bank VERIFICATION: Confirmed CONFIDENCE: High OPEC+ APPROVES MODEST OUTPUT INCREASE AS SUPPLY PRESSURES EASE OPEC+ ministers agreed on Friday to raise production modestly from September, completing a staged unwind of earlier voluntary cuts, the group said. The incremental increase is intended to match demand expectations while preserving market stability amid falling spot prices and a stabilising Strait of Hormuz export flow. Traders responded with lower crude futures on the news. Analysts said the decision balances competing concerns among members over revenue and market share as global demand growth moderates. Source: Investing.com VERIFICATION: Confirmed CONFIDENCE: Medium EU UPDATES AI SAFETY GUIDANCE FOR HIGH-RISK SYSTEMS; NEW CLARIFICATIONS ON LIABILITY The European Commission published clarifications to its AI regulatory framework on Friday, issuing technical guidance aimed at tightening obligations for developers of high-risk systems and clarifying manufacturer liability and conformity-assessment procedures. The updates specify documentation standards, post-market monitoring requirements and transparency measures for generative models used in public services and critical infrastructure. Regulators said the guidance seeks to accelerate compliance while preserving innovation; industry groups warned of implementation costs but welcomed clearer rules. Source: Government Publishing Office VERIFICATION: Confirmed | Developing CONFIDENCE: Medium Conclusion: European states are consolidating defence, economic and regulatory levers—deploying pooled military capabilities, retaining monetary flexibility, coordinating commodity supply responses and tightening AI governance—signalling a continent-wide shift from ad hoc responses to structured, multilateral instruments. #Europe #Ukraine #Economy #AI

Many on the Right are spending all day and all night blackpilling about the Trump administration or pretending there’s no difference between the parties. Yesterday, President Trump issued two executive orders to crack down on birth tourism…and he’s gone after illegal immigration @BenShapiroGang

NORYX August 8, 2026 EU delays parts of AI Act amid implementation concerns The European Commission and member states agreed on a postponement of key high‑risk obligations in the bloc’s Artificial Intelligence Act, citing lack of harmonised standards and readiness among national authorities. The move shifts enforcement timelines for certain high‑risk systems to allow further technical and administrative preparation while preserving earlier safeguards for general‑purpose models. The decision follows intensive negotiations between the Commission, member states and the European Parliament to avoid market disruption and reduce compliance costs for businesses while maintaining core consumer protections. Source: Reuters VERIFICATION: Confirmed | Developing CONFIDENCE: Medium Germany finance minister steps down, triggering coalition uncertainty Germany’s finance minister announced his resignation after a dispute within the governing coalition over fiscal reforms and spending priorities, creating renewed uncertainty for Berlin’s economic agenda. Coalition partners have begun internal discussions to propose a successor while markets and EU partners watch for signals on Germany’s budgetary stance and commitments to investment plans. The resignation exposes fault lines over public spending and could complicate negotiations on upcoming EU fiscal initiatives. Source: Reuters VERIFICATION: Confirmed | Developing CONFIDENCE: Medium ECB holds rates but signals more tightening likely The European Central Bank left key interest rates unchanged at its latest meeting while indicating that further hikes remain on the table if inflation pressures persist. Governing Council minutes showed members weighing upside inflation risks from energy and wage dynamics against signs of slowing growth, leaving a September decision contingent on incoming data. Markets responded with volatility as investors reassessed the outlook for euro‑area borrowing costs and growth. Source: Reuters VERIFICATION: Confirmed | Developing CONFIDENCE: High Renewed heavy fighting in eastern Ukraine as allies pledge more support Ukrainian officials reported intensified Russian offensive actions along multiple sectors in eastern Ukraine, prompting calls for additional military assistance from Western allies. International partners signalled accelerated deliveries of munitions and air‑defence equipment to bolster Ukraine’s defences, while diplomatic efforts aim to prevent further escalation. The situation raises concerns about a prolonged campaign and the humanitarian impact on frontline communities. Source: Reuters VERIFICATION: Confirmed | Developing CONFIDENCE: Medium Conclusion: Governments and institutions across Europe are recalibrating policy and priorities — delaying complex regulation, reshuffling leadership, tightening monetary policy, and reinforcing defence commitments — underscoring a period of reactive governance driven by technical readiness, economic pressures and security escalation. #Europe #AI #Economy #Security

Now that people are able to see it up close, they are reporting pure VANDALISM at The Reflecting Pool. Thank you Andrew Leyden for your observation! The material was cut right where the video tape showed, for 300 feet or more. People were on their knees with their hands in the water at the exact location of the “slashes.” Additionally, there were witnesses to the VANDALISM, and the flexible areas of the material were cut with a knife. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro should re-visit her hastily made decision, especially since it turned out that the “gentleman” involved is a big player in ActBlue, a disgraceful fundraising SCAM, and is represented by a TRUMP DERANGED SLEAZEBAG, Political Hack Lawyer, Norm Eisen, and CREW, a group that uses “charity” for political purposes which is, to the best of my knowledge, ILLEGAL! I have been beating Eisen,  a complete LUNATIC, in Court for 10 years, or more. He just keeps coming, but I always WIN! President DONALD J. TRUMP

THE PROTECT COLLEGE SPORTS ACT is a great Bill, and the Senate will hopefully stay in D.C. until it passes. Without this Bill, millions of young Athletes will be hurt, programs will be canceled, Women's and Olympic Sports will go away, the fans will be robbed, and Universities will go broke. Nobody has done more to protect Women Athletes than me — and this Bill CLEARLY protects the Laws in 27 States protecting Women's Sports, and banning Men from Women's Sports. Anyone who tells you differently is LYING! Stop grandstanding, and try getting this done. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP

NORYX August 8, 2026 EU leaders strike provisional deal to speed returns of irregular migrants EU leaders agreed a provisional package to expedite returns of third‑country nationals judged to be staying illegally, aiming to reduce backlogs at borders and curb secondary movement within the bloc. The deal, reached after intensive negotiations, sets tighter time limits for processing returns, strengthens the role of member‑state liaison officers and increases logistical support for forced removals. The measure accompanies the broader EU Pact on Migration and Asylum and is presented by member states as an effort to restore credibility to migration management amid regional instability. Implementation will depend on national transposition and on funding for the new operational elements; human rights groups cautioned that safeguards must be reinforced to protect asylum seekers and prevent wrongful returns. Source: Council of the European Union VERIFICATION: Confirmed | Developing CONFIDENCE: Medium European Central Bank signals further tightening risk as it pauses The European Central Bank left its key rates unchanged at its latest meeting but signalled that further tightening remains on the table to bring inflation sustainably to target. Governing Council communications stressed the need to weigh recent upside risks from energy and food prices against slower growth in the euro area. Markets interpreted the statement as keeping a September move possible, while euro‑area bond yields reacted to a firmer inflation path in recent data. The ECB underlined readiness to adjust instruments as needed to ensure price stability. Source: European Central Bank VERIFICATION: Confirmed | Developing CONFIDENCE: High U.S.-based news publishers ask Manhattan court to sanction AI firm in copyright probe A coalition of major U.S. newspapers has asked a federal judge in Manhattan to sanction a leading AI company, alleging it misled the court about its ability to locate and produce internal records in a long‑running copyright dispute over training data. Publishers claim the firm failed to preserve or search evidence properly, and are seeking sanctions and stricter discovery oversight. The filing represents a notable escalation in litigation over how large language models were developed and the legal obligations of developers to preserve and disclose sources. Source: Reuters VERIFICATION: Confirmed | Developing CONFIDENCE: High Russian long‑range strike campaign raises NATO border tensions in northern Europe A large Russian strike operation using long‑range missiles and strike drones hit targets in western Ukraine, prompting air defences to respond near NATO airspace and fuelling alarm among Baltic and northern European capitals over spillover risks. The offensive caused civilian casualties and damage to critical infrastructure, and prompted NATO members to increase surveillance and readiness along the alliance’s eastern flank. Officials warned the strikes risked further escalation and underlined the need for sustained allied deterrence. Source: Reuters VERIFICATION: Confirmed | Developing CONFIDENCE: Medium Analysis — broader trend European governance is operating in defensive mode: policymakers are tightening migration and monetary controls while external security shocks and high‑stakes litigation over artificial intelligence press governments and institutions to shore up borders, balance sheets and legal frameworks. The result is a convergence of regulatory tightening, contingency operational planning, and heightened geopolitical vigilance across Europe and its partners. #Europe #Migration #Economy #Security

NORYX August 8, 2026 EU begins enforcement of AI transparency obligations as new rules take effect The European Commission has begun enforcing the AI Act’s transparency provisions, requiring providers and deployers to disclose when people interact with or are exposed to certain AI-generated or manipulated content. National market surveillance authorities, the European AI Office and the European Data Protection Supervisor will coordinate enforcement, with the Commission publishing implementation guidance for providers this week. The measures are framed as the first phase of the EU’s stepped approach to AI regulation, while obligations for high‑risk systems retain later start dates. The Commission said the rules aim to strengthen consumer information and market oversight while giving firms transition time for higher‑risk obligations that come into effect under a revised timeline. Source: European Commission VERIFICATION: Confirmed | Developing CONFIDENCE: High Euro zone monetary policy steady as ECB holds rates; outlook stresses caution The European Central Bank left its key interest rates unchanged at its latest meeting, signalling readiness to tighten again if inflation proves persistent. The Governing Council’s statement noted upside risks from volatile energy markets and geopolitical tensions, keeping the door open to further increases while emphasising data dependency and gradual calibration. Markets responded with muted moves after the ECB preserved a cautiously hawkish stance. Analysts said the decision reflects the ECB’s balancing act between taming inflation and protecting growth amid uneven economic momentum across the euro area. Source: Reuters VERIFICATION: Confirmed CONFIDENCE: High EU countries advance legal ban on Russian gas imports to strengthen energy security European Union institutions have moved forward with a stepwise ban on Russian natural gas imports as part of the REPowerEU roadmap, setting legally binding timelines for the phase‑out and requiring member states to prepare national diversification plans. The regulation includes monitoring measures for potential energy dependencies and allows limited, temporary exceptions in acute supply emergencies. The move is presented by Brussels as a structural shift to reduce reliance on Russian energy and insulate the bloc from geopolitical coercion. The legislation complements wider EU measures aimed at accelerating renewables and LNG diversification across member states. Source: EUR-Lex VERIFICATION: Confirmed CONFIDENCE: High NATO allies rally support for Ukraine ahead of coalition summit; Europe assumes greater defence role Western defence ministers and European leaders reiterated commitments to bolster Ukraine’s defences and coordinate support at meetings following NATO’s Ankara summit. European governments signalled an expanded role in joint training, equipment deliveries and long‑term defence planning, while underlining the alliance’s collective deterrence posture. Statements also flagged the need to manage escalation risks and ensure NATO cohesion as support packages are coordinated through a forthcoming Ukraine coalition summit. Officials described recent agreements as evidence of Europe taking on increased responsibility for its security contributions within the transatlantic framework. Source: NATO VERIFICATION: Developing CONFIDENCE: Medium Conclusion Taken together, these developments show a Europe transitioning to regulatory and strategic autonomy—tightening digital oversight, preserving monetary flexibility, eliminating energy dependence on a strategic rival, and shifting defence burdens inside the alliance—reflecting a concentrated trend of institutionalising resilience across technology, economy, energy and security. #Europe #AI #EnergySecurity #MonetaryPolicy #NATO