August

China-Japan flights for the summer travel peak in July and August 2025 dropped by 57% compared to the previous year due to geopolitical tensions and a Japanese visa price hike. Scheduled round-trip flights fell from 6,317 in July 2024 to 2,629 in July 2025, and from 6,127 in August 2024 to 2,641 in August 2025.

Leah Stewart awoke from a 10-day coma after a shark attack at Sydney's Coogee Beach and told her family 'I love you.' She has undergone multiple surgeries, including an arm amputation, and remains in critical care. Recent shark attacks in Australia have raised concerns.

Diesel inventories may reach critical levels by August, according to Goldman's Struyven. The statement highlights potential fuel supply concerns.

Mortgage refinance demand fell 18% as rates reached a nine-month high, while homebuyers remained more active than last year despite reduced activity. Rates hit their highest level since August, disproportionately impacting refinancing activity.

US mortgage rates have risen to their highest level since August, impacting homebuyers. The article highlights homes in Rancho Cucamonga, California, as a specific example.

Mortgage rates have reached their highest levels since August, driven by inflationary pressures exacerbated by ongoing geopolitical conflict. The war's impact on global markets and supply chains is contributing to sustained inflation, which is reflected in rising borrowing costs for homebuyers.

Minnesota banks and credit unions will provide cryptocurrency custody services starting August 1. This move aims to offer secure storage solutions for digital assets. The development marks a significant step in the financial sector's adoption of cryptocurrencies.

Minnesota has legalized crypto custody services for banks and credit unions, allowing them to provide digital asset custody services in a nonfiduciary capacity starting August 1. This move enables banking institutions to offer new services to their customers. The change is expected to promote the growth of digital assets in the state.

Polymarket's monthly volume has declined for the first time since August, marking a change in the trend of monthly gains in prediction markets trading volume. The sector had been gaining popularity among short-term traders, but increasing competition may be a factor. This decline indicates a potential shift in the market.