Earthquake Response: Venezuela’s twin quakes have killed at least 1,450, with rescue hopes fading as the critical 72-hour window passes and tens of thousands remain unaccounted for. Mining & Supply Chains: Bunker Hill Mining says it has produced concentrate from its Idaho restart, aiming for commercial ramp-up by end-2026. Clean Tech Recycling: Comstock Metals reports key solar-panel recycling equipment is installed and unit operations are being commissioned for a 100,000-ton line. Telecom Deal: Verizon is set to acquire Carolina West Wireless, with customers needing to switch by Sept. 30 ahead of FCC approval. WhatsApp Commerce: Meta appoints CRED founder Kunal Shah as new global head of WhatsApp, signaling a push into payments and commerce. Retail Media & Ads: Flipkart’s GOAT Sale campaign takes a playful swipe at Amazon Prime ahead of Prime Day. Marketing Tech: WSI partners with SE Ranking to help clients track visibility as AI search reshapes discovery. AI Growth Tools: Growgent.ai launches an AI Growth Engine for small businesses, pitching faster lead response and marketing automation. Music Promotions: The Coral, Two Door Cinema Club, and Diljit Dosanjh announce major tour dates, with ticketing and brand tie-ins driving buzz. Securities Watch: Multiple investor notices from law firms target alleged misleading advertising and securities issues across several public companies.