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Walmart Inc. reported fiscal second-quarter profit of $6.37 billion, achieving 81 cents per share in adjusted earnings. The world’s largest retailer posted revenue of $187.94 billion for the period, figures that surpassed Wall Street expectations.

Walmart had a strong performance during the second quarter, according to an article from AP. Despite this positive showing, the company's overall outlook remains cautious.

Montgomery County is implementing 'Speed on Green' camera technology, an upgrade to existing red-light cameras that will detect and cite speeding violations during green light phases. The new program allows citations for speeds 12 miles per hour or more over the posted limit, with warnings required where the cameras are posted.

Cato Corp. reported its fiscal second quarter earnings, posting revenue of $165.5 million. The North Carolina-based clothing retailer achieved a net income of 6 cents per share and total earnings of $1.1 million.

Aurora Mobile Ltd., a company based in Shenzhen, China, reported a profit of $284,000 during its second quarter. The provider of mobile data services posted revenue totaling $14.9 million for the period. On a per-share basis, the company recorded profits of 6 cents, with adjusted earnings at 7 cents.

Advance Auto Parts Inc. reported second-quarter net income of $55 million, generating a profit of 90 cents per share. Although revenue reached $2 billion, missing analyst forecasts, adjusted earnings came in at $1.03 per share, beating Wall Street expectations. The company anticipates full-year revenues between $8.49 billion and $8.57 billion.

Iran’s Foreign Minister dismissed U.S. threats of economic pain from Donald Trump, claiming they are failed policies designed to divert attention from domestic financial problems. Concurrently, Syria’s Foreign Minister arrived in Pakistan for talks focused on regional issues and de-escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. Separately, two Pakistani crew members killed in a Houthi attack were successfully repatriated.

Deere & Co. reported a fiscal third-quarter profit of $1.38 billion with net income reaching $5.10 per share. The agricultural equipment manufacturer posted revenue of $12.61 billion, an adjusted revenue of $11 billion, and both figures exceeded Wall Street expectations.

An American student named Nguyen Thi Quynh Tam alleges she was raped in Vietnam while on a group trip near Hanoi. After seeking assistance from U.S. officials, Vietnamese authorities charged the 23-year-old man with rape in accordance with Vietnamese law. The incident and subsequent legal action mark an unusual public discussion of sexual violence in Vietnam.

Taiwan and the South China Sea are significant global issues because they relate to vital international trade, especially given that Taiwan produces the majority of the world’s advanced semiconductors. Both areas face tensions involving Beijing, which claims sovereignty over virtually the entire South China Sea and views Taiwan as its own territory. What happens in these regions could have worldwide consequences for global trade.

NetEase Inc. reported a net income of $1.03 billion and posted revenue of $4.44 billion during its second quarter. The company stated that the profit stood at $1.60 per share, with adjusted earnings coming to $1.77 per share.

Severe overnight storms caused extensive damage across parts of Germany, resulting in one woman's death and multiple injuries. Incidents included a woman being fatally struck by a falling tree in Waldorf, a tornado impacting Fürstenwalde, and building structural damage and power outages in Höhr-Grenzhausen.

The bodies of two Belgian mountaineers missing since 1992 were discovered in the Swiss Alps following melting glaciers. The discovery was prompted after a hiker found human remains following the melt of the Trift glacier near Lucerne. DNA tests confirmed that the remains belonged to two hikers who disappeared near the Weissmies mountain.

Japan reported that North Korea launched a suspected ballistic missile toward the sea on Thursday. This incident occurred after South Korean and U.S. militaries scaled back their Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises. Meanwhile, Kim Yo Jong dismissed any reduction of drills, stating that the provocative nature of the military activities would not change.

A federal judge blocked President Donald Trump’s administration from ending expected plans and relocating the FBI headquarters to another D.C. building. The ruling restored the project's site to Greenbelt, which city leaders celebrated as a victory for the area. Officials emphasized that this outcome validates the importance of the selection process and is predicted to be an economic boon for Prince George’s County.

South Korea's Yonhap news agency reports that North Korea has fired an unidentified projectile off of its east coast. The report was issued from Seoul, South Korea.

The Baltimore Orioles expressed frustration after Pete Alonso’s deep fly ball during a game against the New York Yankees was ruled foul, a decision that was upheld on review. Alonso, Manager Craig Albernaz, and pitcher Chris Bassitt all called for technological improvements to determine if a batted ball was fair or foul. Bassitt suggested these missing technologies are unavailable because they would cost money.

Skyview High School, Fairfax County’s newest high school in decades, will welcome students on August 24, 2026. The 34-acre campus features pool- and pod-style classrooms, two cafeterias, and an indoor swimming pool, making it the first of its kind in Fairfax County. While being a comprehensive high school, Skyview will also offer special programming in technology, robotics, and aerospace science.

Prosecutor Brendan Kissane told an Australian appeals court that Erin Patterson’s sentence of 33 years before parole for poisoning relatives with death cap mushrooms is “manifestly inadequate.” He argued that due to the nature of the offending, she should never be considered for release or receive a nonparole period shorter than 33 years. The appeal relates to convictions stemming from an incident where she prepared beef Wellington pastries at her home in Leongatha.

Asian shares advanced on Thursday, with South Korea’s Kospi jumping nearly 6%, supported by positive market sentiment following announcements regarding U.S. government debt purchases. Gains were evident across major markets, including Japan's Nikkei 225 and Hong Kong's Hang Seng, while key companies like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix recorded significant surges.