Public Works Funding Crunch (Philippines): Government infrastructure spending fell sharply, with capital outlays down nearly 43% in the first five months as tighter oversight and extra validation slowed contractor payments, even while overall spending rose. UK–Israel Sanctions Push: A group of UK MPs and peers urged the new prime minister to impose an arms embargo and ban trade supporting Israeli settlement activity, citing UN findings and International Court of Justice rulings. West Bank Violence & Settlements: After a deadly attack near Nablus, tensions rose as Palestinian officials accused Israel of election-driven reluctance to punish violent settlers and warned of further escalation. US Immigration Education Ruling (Illinois): A federal judge struck down Illinois laws offering in-state tuition and scholarships to illegal aliens, calling them unconstitutional, with a short stay for appeal. Consumer Protection (New Jersey): New Jersey signed a law banning “surveillance pricing,” letting shoppers sue retailers over individualized price hikes based on personal data. Wildfire Response (UK/Scotland): The UK offered military support for the Cairngorms wildfire, including heavy-lift helicopters, though Scotland’s first minister said the help wasn’t needed as conditions improved. Local Housing Fight (Sydney): Camden residents protested NSW plans for a high-density affordable housing complex, arguing the suburb lacks transport capacity to handle more cars. Work & Inclusion (Wales): Lawmakers backed a mentoring idea to help employers bring more autistic adults into full-time work, citing a major employment gap. Business & Safety (New Hampshire): A popular floating restaurant on Lake Winnipesaukee was destroyed by fire; investigators say it doesn’t appear suspicious and believe it started in the kitchen. Sports Trade (MLB): The Red Sox acquired Curtis Mead from the Nationals for Connelly Early, aiming to boost offense as the trade deadline nears.