Trade & Sanctions: Russia is reportedly weighing settling some Bangladesh payments in Indian rupees to dodge US sanctions and ease cross-border payment friction. Public Health & Litigation: WHO says ultra-processed food giants are suing governments over obesity-fighting policies, adding legal and healthcare costs. MLB Business: With the Aug. 3 deadline looming, the Cleveland Guardians traded Bo Naylor and Codi Heuer to the Brewers for Craig Yoho and Blake Perkins. Corporate Strategy: Uber is backing an autonomous-vehicle push with $10B+ and partnerships/investments across about 30 AV firms. Local Economy & Policy: Venezuela’s tax authority (SENIAT) temporarily tells officials not to demand visible RIF documents already in its databases, aiming to cut bureaucracy and fines. Energy & Infrastructure: Patriot Hydro seeks to remove historic North and South Canals from a Lawrence hydro project license boundary, drawing public opposition. Regional Trade Deals: The Maldives–Türkiye preferential trade agreement has entered into force, cutting tariffs on 75 HS lines. Sports/Community: A San Diego pickleball company launched a “Freedom Fighter Paddle” with Ukraine’s federation, tied to a veterans championship.