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The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical focus as US control strengthens and Iran's influence wanes. Approximately 80% of vessels are now opting for a UN-sanctioned Omani route, effectively bypassing Iranian aggression despite Tehran's attempts to reassert toll collection rights.

A jury in Oakland, California, has begun hearing claims that Meta deliberately designed its platforms to addict children. Lawyers representing several US states presented evidence, with California's attorney alleging Meta knew millions of 11 and 12-year-olds were on Instagram but did little to remove them.

China has achieved its first successful land recovery of a rocket's first stage, a significant advancement for its ambitious space program. This feat involved the inaugural use of deployable landing legs, building on a previous successful recovery at sea in July.

Major technology companies, including Alphabet, Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft, have amassed an estimated $3 trillion in off-balance-sheet commitments for AI infrastructure, underscoring the escalating financial demands of AI development. This surge in investment occurs as Wall Street sees a decline in AI stocks, fueled by concerns over potential overvaluation and a possible slowdown in demand.

Primary elections took place in multiple US states, including Florida, where Congressman Byron Donalds secured the Republican nomination for governor. Other significant outcomes included Senate primary nominations in Wyoming and Alaska, setting the stage for the upcoming general midterm elections in November.