Middle East Security: A blaze at Saudi Aramco’s Jizan refinery after a Houthis’ claimed precision drone strike underscores how Yemen’s conflict is widening into a broader regional powder keg, even as Saudi says the fire was extinguished without casualties. Sports Governance: The Philippines’ volleyball federation elects Frank Lao as president after a suspension tied to governance issues, with the Olympic Committee stepping back as caretaker. Regional Diplomacy & Trade: New England and eastern Canadian leaders push for a comprehensive U.S.-Canada trade deal as Trump’s tariff threats loom, warning the stop-start approach is hurting supply chains. Public Health: Prince Edward Island reports rising STI rates, with chlamydia highest and often symptom-free, prompting renewed testing advice. International Human Rights Watch: A report says the U.S. and some Western nations are shifting away from international religious freedom advocacy, reducing funding and staffing. Weather & Safety: Heat advisories persist for New York and Long Island, with officials urging hydration and use of cooling centers. Boating Safety: A Liberty Island-area boat capsizing triggers scrutiny of charter rules after federal charges were filed. Policy & Courts: A Staten Island judge temporarily blocks a pied-à-terre tax rollout, keeping the dispute alive. Infrastructure Disruption: Puget Sound commuters face major road construction Aug. 14-17 across I-405, SR 99 and I-5.