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David Vélez and Robin Vince join the boards of the OpenAI Foundation and OpenAI Group PBC
OpenAI has appointed Nubank founder David Vélez and BNY Chairman and CEO Robin Vince to the boards of the OpenAI Foundation and OpenAI Group PBC.
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Middle East: Civilians again under fire as US-Iran strikes continue
UN officials called for immediate de-escalation as renewed US-Iran hostilities and threats around Yemen raised concerns for civilians, humanitarian operations and global trade.
about.fb.com
New Parental Supervision Tools Coming To Threads
Meta is bringing parental supervision to Threads in the US, giving parents and guardians visibility into teens’ use and controls over time, privacy, tagging, and content settings.
whitehouse.gov
Agreement Between the United States of America and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan on Reciprocal Trade
The agreement sets reciprocal tariff terms and establishes commitments covering market access, digital trade, labor, economic security, investment, and enforcement.
whitehouse.gov
Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Announces Trade Deal with Jordan
The White House says the U.S.-Jordan Agreement on Reciprocal Trade will expand market access, reinforce supply-chain cooperation and secure investment commitments involving Boeing aircraft, pharmaceuticals and U.S. raw materials.
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US and Iran dig in over the Strait of Hormuz, showing the limits of intensifying airstrikes
The United States and Iran have resumed daily attacks over control of the Strait of Hormuz, while diplomacy remains possible but difficult amid escalating military action, troop deaths and higher U.S. gasoline prices.
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Everything you need to know about Amazon Business and how it helps 11 million organizations save time and money
Amazon Business reached $60 billion in annualized gross sales in Q2 2026 and now serves more than 11 million organizations worldwide.
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White House: Trump to fly old Air Force One for about a month as Qatari-gifted jet gets ‘upgrades’
The White House says President Donald Trump will use an older Air Force One for about a month while the Qatari-gifted aircraft receives additional upgrades and enhancements.
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US strikes Iran for 10th consecutive night as Tehran strikes tanker in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran attacked a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz while the United States carried out another round of airstrikes, as shipping through the key waterway largely stalled.
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Lebanon’s president will meet with Trump in Washington to push for Israeli troop withdrawal
Joseph Aoun is set to meet Donald Trump as Lebanon and Israel pursue a U.S.-mediated framework covering Israeli withdrawal, Hezbollah disarmament and future peace steps.
apnews.com
The men behind Trump’s $3.47 gas: An NFL coach, a GOP fundraiser and two New Jersey brothers
Records identify the businessmen linked to Freedom Fuel Network, a Philadelphia-area gas chain promoted by President Donald Trump after its launch last month.
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Yemen’s Iranian-backed Houthis say they will block Saudi shipping at Red Sea gateway
The Houthis announced an immediate maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia, saying the Bab al-Mandeb strait will be closed to Saudi shipping in retaliation for a blockade on Yemen and an attack on Sanaa International Airport.
whitehouse.gov
Presidential Message on Space Exploration Day
The White House commemorates the Apollo 11 Moon landing and presents Artemis II and future lunar missions as part of a continuing American space program.
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MADE IN AMERICA WEEK, 2026
A presidential proclamation designates July 19 through July 25, 2026, as Made in America Week and highlights manufacturing, trade, procurement, and tax policies.
whitehouse.gov
Nomination Sent to the Senate
The White House announced on July 20, 2026, that Richard Schroyer was nominated to serve as an Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.
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Expansion of US strikes on Iran leads to more retaliation across the Gulf
The United States launched a ninth consecutive night of strikes on Iran as Tehran retaliated against Kuwait and Bahrain, while diplomacy continued in Pakistan and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz largely stalled.
nato.int
IBAN expands its cooperation with Allied Supreme Audit Institutions
The International Board of Auditors for NATO has signed new cooperation agreements with the Supreme Audit Institutions of Belgium, the Netherlands and Türkiye.
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Prime for Young Adults expands 5% cash-back categories for move-in season
Prime for Young Adults members can earn 5% cash back on home, kitchen, and office purchases from July 20 through September 15, joining existing eligible categories.
a16z.com
The 7 Hires a Hardware Startup Needs to Get Right
Hardware startups face high-stakes hiring decisions beyond engineering, especially in manufacturing, deployments, supply chain, finance, and sales.
a16z.com
Connor Love
Andreessen Horowitz has welcomed Connor Love as its newest General Partner, focused on American Dynamism and companies in defense, space, manufacturing, and autonomous systems.
