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Trump's remaining economic levers in Iran fraught with risks

US President Donald Trump is doubling down on using economic pressure on Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz , but the remaining levers at his disposal carry a set of risks. Iran remains the second-most sanctioned country on the planet. More than 6,000 sanctions have been issued against its financial, energy and petrochemical, aviation and cryptocurrency sectors. This is in addition to a…

Trump's remaining economic levers in Iran fraught with risks

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Rio de Janeiro Nightlife Tonight — August 11, 2026

On a quiet Rio Tuesday, Lapa's most reliable samba house is the move. Carioca da Gema has been serving live samba and MPB since 2000, opens from 6 pm with the band around 8:30–9 pm, and charges a…

  • Lapa neighborhood hosts samba music on typical Tuesday nights.
  • Carioca da Gema offers live samba, chorinho, and MPB since 2000.
  • Vaca Atolada and Copacabana s Bip Bip are alternative venues open until 4 am.

Brazil’s Copom Minutes Signal Caution Even as It Cuts to 14%

Brazil · Economy Key Facts Rate cut Brazil’s Copom lowered the Selic by 0.25 point to 14.00% on August 5, 2026. Fourth cut This was the fourth consecutive quarter-point reduction, one full point below…

  • Brazil's Copom cuts Selic interest rate to 14.00% on August 5, 2026
  • Monetary policy to remain restrictive for longer period
  • Inflation expectations de-anchored from official target

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