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• The U.S. Marshals Service reports that hundreds of federal judges and their families have received violent threats this year. • These threats follow a series of verbal and written "dehumanizing attacks" directed at judges by President Trump and his administration after unfavorable rulings.

• The Kennedy Center board voted on Thursday, August 13, 2026, to add President Donald Trump’s name to the building's facade. • The board also approved a two-year closure of the facility to facilitate substantial renovation work.

• Former Republican David Jolly is running for Florida governor as a Democrat in an attempt to restore the state's status as a political battleground. • Jolly faces a significant fundraising disadvantage against his opponent, Byron Donalds, who is backed by Donald Trump.

• The European Union is pursuing financial sovereignty by developing alternatives to US-dominated card networks through initiatives like the digital euro and private interoperability. • Two major payment ecosystems have emerged: EuroPA, which integrates solutions like MB WAY (Portugal), Bizum (Spain), and Blik (Poland), and EPI, which operates the Wero brand across Germany, France, and the Benelux region.

• India's monsoon session of Parliament has concluded following a period of intense conflict and frequent disruptions. • Opposition members staged noisy protests over police actions against agitating students and allegations regarding the theft of Ram temple donations.

• Parliament's 2026 Monsoon Session has concluded with the passage of 12 bills despite significant productivity losses. • The session was marked by frequent disruptions as Opposition members protested against government handling of student and examination issues.

• The Monsoon session of Parliament has concluded following a period of intense protests and disruptions. • Several legislative bills were passed without debate, highlighting a lack of deliberation on key policy measures.

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the conclusion of India's turbulent monsoon session of Parliament. • The session was characterized by a fierce standoff and intense debates surrounding ongoing student protests.

• The Bangladesh government has promised former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina "full security" should she choose to return from her current exile in India. • An adviser to PM Tarique Rahman stated that while security will be provided, Hasina must face the judicial process with all legal and constitutional rights ensured.

• India's Parliament Monsoon Session concluded on Thursday, with both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die. • Despite low productivity in the Lok Sabha, which stood at only 19%, the government successfully passed 12 Bills during the session.

• Rajya Sabha Chairperson expressed regret over frequent disruptions during the Monsoon Session, which resulted in a low productivity rate of only 39%. • The Chairperson urged members to prioritize better parliamentary engagement to ensure the effective functioning of the House.

• The Monsoon Session of the Indian Parliament has concluded following a period marked by significant disruptions and the introduction of a dozen bills. • Key flashpoints that led to the unrest included a police crackdown on students at Jantar Mantar and allegations regarding the theft of donations intended for the Ram Temple.