Expo News Today — August 2, 2026
An exam leak in India exposed a Gen Z jobs crisis that goes much deeper and more — today's expo signal.
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An exam leak in India exposed a Gen Z jobs crisis that goes much deeper
While the leak of key exam papers was the trigger for the recent student protest in India, rising unemployment is the real fuel angering Gen Z in the country.
Within Uber-Waymo split, a key labor battle over AVs is being waged in the nation's capital
Uber and Waymo are increasingly at odds about the autonomous future, including in a labor battle over mass AV deployment in Washington, D.C.
OPEC+ may keep lifting its oil output quotas as the Iran war broadens. Why that won’t help lower prices.
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies may decide Sunday to lift their oil production quotas for a sixth straight month — but finding ways to export those extra barrels will be the real problem.
Tankers near Oman come under fire as Iran threatens to choke off shipping routes
The latest attacks come amid U.S. media reports that U.S. President Donald Trump is preparing a fresh round of strikes against Iran.
Expo News Today — August 1, 2026
The S&P 500 is making a change by adding this little-known industrial stock and more — today's expo signal.
The S&P 500 is making a change by adding this little-known industrial stock
Ferguson Enterprises’ stock was rallying more than 8% after news the Newport News, Va., company will be joining the S&P 500 index, edging out better-known names for inclusion.
Supply-chain legend Tim Cook finally meets his match with Apple’s memory crunch
Apple has found itself dealing with component shortages exacerbated by the AI boom, and the company is scrambling for solutions.
Trump says U.S. has 'not agreed to' grant Ukraine Patriot missile licenses
President Donald Trump said the U.S. hasn't agreed to grant Ukraine licenses to produce Patriot missile systems.
Oil prices rise after Iran says it attacked two tankers transiting Strait of Hormuz
Commonwealth Bank of Australia said in a note on Friday that stronger oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz had eased market concerns after U.S.-Iran strikes earlier this week.
Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Friday
Nasdaq futures are up, driven by an excellent quarter for Amazon.
34-year-old CEO bet on AI video 5 years before ChatGPT—convincing Mark Cuban to invest was the easy part
Victor Riparbelli launched Synthesia in 2017 to help people 'make a Hollywood film from a laptop.' After four years of middling results, he made a major shift.
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An exam leak in India exposed a Gen Z jobs crisis that goes much deeper
While the leak of key exam papers was the trigger for the recent student protest in India, rising unemployment is the real fuel angering Gen Z in the country.
AstraZeneca in talks with Bristol Myers Squibb on $400 billion megadeal, FT reports
U.K. pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca is considering a deal to merge with its U.S. rival Bristol Myers Squibb.
GOP Sen. Moreno says ex-son-in-law Max Miller shouldn't serve in House, needs 'serious psychological help'
Miller has denied the allegations made against him by his ex-wife Emily Moreno, daughter of Ohio Sen. Bernie Moreno.
Op-ed: The U.S. lead over China in AI is all but gone. We need a change in national strategy
AI debate in recent years has centered on whether the U.S. can develop a strategy capable of preserving an edge over China. The answer isn't looking positive.
We’re in our 60s with $1.5 million. Would a trust be more effective than a will to prevent conflict among our heirs?
“I realize that probate can be lengthy, public and expensive.”
Looking at just the odds isn’t enough. How traders gain an edge on prediction markets
Gaining an edge on prediction markets requires speed and skills beyond just reading the odds on platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket.
My girlfriend is 62. Can she claim her late husband’s full Social Security benefit — or does she have to wait?
“Her husband passed away 10 years ago. They had been married for more than 20 years.”
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' chases 'Avengers: Endgame' opening record with $355 million domestic debut
Sony and Marvel's "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" snared $355 million in estimated domestic box office on its opening weekend, the second-highest debut of all time.
Here are the 2 big things we're watching in the stock market in the week ahead
Four more Club holdings report earnings. Plus, it's a loaded week of jobs data.
Here’s what’s worth streaming in August 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more
Turn off your brain and enjoy new seasons of Apple’s ‘Ted Lasso,’ Amazon’s ‘Reacher,’ Netflix’s ‘Outer Banks’ and much more
Why people are dropping out of the workforce and not looking for new jobs: 'The market wore me down'
Candidates giving up in the face of relentless job searches could be part of the reason behind recent declines in the labor force participation rate.
My ex-husband’s sister died — so why is Fidelity asking me for her death certificate?
“Part of me jokes that paying for a death certificate would be like buying a lottery ticket.”
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