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Tokyo Police Sergeant Arrested for Leaking Gambling Raid Intel on July 8
Tokyo police sergeant arrested for leaking gambling raid information to suspects. The breach compromised investigations across Tokyo and Kanagawa prefectures on July 8, 2026.

FTSE 100 Falls 0.61% as Gulf Conflict Escalates; DAX Drops 1.10%, CAC 40 Loses 0.82%
The FTSE 100 fell 0.61% on July 8, 2026, as Gulf conflict tensions escalated sharply. Germany’s DAX dropped 1.10%, while France’s CAC 40 lost 0.82% during the same session. Bahrain sounded missile alert sirens for a third time Wednesday morning. Iran and Kuwait exchanged fire following overnight U.S. strikes on Iranian targets. Oil prices jumped…

Holds Near $4,117 as Iran Tensions and Fed Minutes Keep Safe-Haven Demand in Focus
On July 8, 2026, gold traded near $4,117 per ounce prices as investors weighed growing tensions between the United States and Iran against expectations for the Federal Reserve’s latest meeting minutes. Safe-haven demand continued to support the precious metal, even as a stronger US dollar and higher Treasury yields capped gains. With oil prices moving…

Mahesh Muralidhar Pai Set to Head South Indian Bank Following RBI Clearance
Mahesh Muralidhar Pai will become South Indian Bank’s next Managing Director and CEO. The Reserve Bank of India approved his appointment through a letter dated July 7, 2026. Pai’s three-year term begins on October 1, 2026, succeeding outgoing CEO P R Seshadri. He currently serves as Chief General Manager at Canara Bank, leading digital banking…

Zhipu AI (HKEX: 2513) Jumps 14.16% on Report of Custom AI Chip Development for GLM Models
Zhipu AI shares skyrocketed 14.16% during intraday trading on July 8, 2026. The stock, listed as Knowledge Atlas Technology, touched HK$1,838.00 by 10:45 AM GMT+5. That marked a gain of HK$228.00 over the previous close of HK$1,610.00. The rally follows a report that Zhipu AI is exploring a custom AI chip for its GLM model…

Brent Crude Surges 3.2% to $76.60/Barrel After US Airstrikes on Iran; Gold Slips 0.4%
Brent crude prices rose 3.2% to about $76.60 per barrel on July 8, 2026, after fresh U.S. airstrikes on Iran raised concerns about possible disruptions to Middle East oil supplies. At the same time, gold fell 0.4%, catching some investors off guard as the metal often gains during periods of geopolitical tension. The latest price…

IRS COVID Tax Portal Now Live: File Your Kwong Refund Claim Before Friday
The IRS COVID tax refund window is closing fast for certain taxpayers. On July 7, 2026, the IRS launched an online option for Form 843 claims tied to Kwong v. United States. This new IRS COVID tax portal lets individuals file protective refund claims electronically. The catch: most taxpayers must act before July 10, 2026….

Sam’s Club Summer Sale: Walmart Reduces Prices on More Than 1,000 Items
Sam’s Club and Walmart announced sweeping summer price cuts on July 6, 2026. The Bentonville, Arkansas-based retailer slashed prices on more than 1,000 items. Shoppers will see savings across groceries, household essentials, outdoor living, toys, and apparel. The move covers stores and clubs nationwide, including online and app orders. Sam’s Club, a Walmart Inc. (Nasdaq:…

Capita (LON: CPI) Stock Plunges 15.1% After UK Government Statement on Civil Service Pension Contract
Capita shares fell 15.1% on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, after a ministerial statement on its pension contract. Some reports put the intraday drop as high as 16%. The Paymaster General criticized Capita’s handling of the Civil Service Pension Scheme. This marks another setback in Capita’s troubled outsourcing history. What Triggered Capita’s Stock Plunge Cabinet Office…