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Abercrombie & Fitch Co. reported fiscal second-quarter earnings of $183.7 million, achieving a profit of $4.17 per share, which beat Wall Street expectations. The company also posted revenue of $1.27 billion in the period, surpassing analyst forecasts that expected $1.24 billion. Abercrombie anticipates full-year earnings to fall between $13.10 and $13.60 per share.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded Elon Musk the Order of Freedom for his role in protecting human life and freedom. This recognition pertains to Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet network, which remains a critical communications lifeline for Ukrainian forces following Russia’s full-scale invasion. However, the article highlights that this dependence grants Musk significant influence over Ukraine's military capabilities.

A pro-Russian hacker group named Server Killers claimed responsibility for a major cyberattack that has affected multiple Norwegian government digital services since Monday. The denial-of-service attacks were reported after Norway renewed its security cooperation with Ukraine and committed funds to Kyiv. Officials stated these malicious activities are intended to undermine support for Ukraine and spread discord in Europe.

Iran announced that an understanding with Oman would prohibit military vessels from transiting the Strait of Hormuz, defining a proposed commercial route through Iranian waters. Separately, Israel continued striking in Gaza, which has been testing the fragile ceasefire with Hamas. In addition, reports noted that traffic into the Persian Gulf would pass entirely through Iranian waters.

Dycom Industries reported a fiscal second-quarter profit of $115.6 million, with net income at $3.81 per share, and adjusted earnings reaching $5.29 per share. The specialty contracting services provider posted revenue of $2.01 billion, surpassing Wall Street forecasts. Dycom also provided forward estimates for the third quarter and full year.

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JinkoSolar Holding Co. (JKS) reported a second quarter loss of $102.8 million, resulting in a loss of $1.94 per share. Despite the loss, the solar power product maker posted revenue of $1.82 billion for the period.

Bath & Body Works, Inc. reported fiscal second-quarter earnings of $118 million, with profits at 58 cents per share, exceeding Wall Street expectations. The company posted revenue of $1.51 billion, which also surpassed forecasts. For the full year, Bath & Body Works expects its per-share earnings to range between $2.60 and $2.80.

Lawmakers like Dick Durbin and Bill Cassidy are leading an effort to prevent a projected 22% cut to Social Security benefits by establishing a process for Congress to act. Their primary measure calls for the bipartisan Social Security Advisory Board to collect public input and submit draft legislation aimed at ensuring the program's solvency for at least 50 years. This effort, however, has faced criticism from groups such as AARP.

Massive flash floods swept through parts of Nepal after an avalanche of ice and rock triggered by a glacier. The resulting disaster left at least eight people killed and hundreds missing, causing widespread damage to villages and infrastructure near rivers like Bhotekoshi. Climate experts noted that the event is linked to accelerating glacial melting due to climate change in the warming Himalaya region.

Cambodian and U.S. anti-drug agencies have uncovered a network that uses cryptocurrency to launder money for the Sinaloa Cartel. Joint operations in Phnom Penh and Kandal seized over 200 kilograms of illegal drugs, more than one metric ton of precursor chemicals, and $7 million in crypto linked to the cartel. The collaboration involved DEA offices in Phnom Penh and New Jersey.

Movado Group Inc. reported $12.3 million in earnings for its fiscal second quarter. The company posted revenue of $169.8 million and achieved a net income of 53 cents per share, with adjusted earnings reaching 54 cents per share.

National Bank of Canada reported a fiscal third-quarter net income of $936.4 million, resulting in earnings of $2.33 per share. The bank's results topped Wall Street expectations, achieving adjusted earnings of $2.43 per share. During the period, the bank posted total revenue of $2.9 billion.

SFL Corporation Ltd. reported a profit of $33.8 million in its second quarter. The Bermuda-based company announced a net income of 25 cents per share, with earnings adjusted for non-recurring gains totaling 23 cents per share. The oil tanker owner and operator posted revenue of $200.8 million during the period.

The full sturgeon moon will undergo a deep partial lunar eclipse of 96.3% coverage on Thursday night, beginning Aug. 27 at 9:23 p.m. EDT and ending Aug. 28 at 3:01 a.m. EDT. While the D.C. region foresees thunderstorms, the event will be livestreamed starting at 10 p.m. EDT for viewers to tune in. Seeing the eclipsed moon among clouds or suspended against stars and constellations is anticipated to be an awesome sight.

Ukrainian long-range drones struck a Wildberries warehouse in Russia's Tambov region for the second time, causing massive fire and complete destruction. Other recent attacks targeted Russian facilities in Lipetsk and oil refineries in Nizhny Novgorod. The conflict involves Ukraine firing hundreds of drones at Russia almost nightly, while Russia has responded with missiles against Ukraine.

Metro hosted an open house for neighbors regarding the $3.8 billion Commanders stadium development in DC, addressing challenges like moving up to 38,000 fans through Stadium-Armory Station. Metro plans to expand the station and promote the Gold Line rapid bus line, connecting Union Station and Stadium/Armory. The project includes funding contributions from the Commanders organization ($2.7 billion) and a public package of $1.1 billion from the District.

A fire erupted at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences in Islamabad, killing 14 newborns after an air-conditioning unit compressor exploded inside the nursery on the third floor. Authorities confirmed that at least one baby was rescued and immediate investigations were launched, including forming a multiagency fact-finding committee to determine the cause and assess safety measures.

Grupo Financiero Galicia SA reported second-quarter net income of $183.3 million, with earnings amounting to $1.14 per share. The financial services provider posted revenue of $2.42 billion in the period, surpassing Wall Street expectations that had averaged 90 cents per share.

The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln will make a brief stopover in Thailand after completing its grueling deployment in the Middle East, according to Thai officials. This visit is intended for rest and recovery due to concerns over deteriorating crew mental health and supply shortages. The deployment occurred while the ship supported the U.S. war against Iran.