Bangkok Fire Tragedy: A deadly blaze at the Rong Beer Na Ladprao music bar in Thailand’s capital has killed 30 people, with 70+ injured and 24 still in critical condition, as investigators examine safety compliance and the cause. Public Health & Outbreaks: New York City health officials say Legionella has been found in 76 Upper East Side buildings, with remediation underway and dozens of cases reported. Heat Risks: China issued nationwide heat health alerts as unusually warm, humid conditions push temperatures above 40C in parts of the country. Laser Tech Boost: The U.S. NSF is funding a $15M, two-year push to build a national laser science hub in Rochester/Finger Lakes, with RIT as a key partner. AI in Healthcare Workflows: Filevine and Codes Health are partnering to automate AI-powered medical record retrieval for legal teams, aiming to cut admin time. AI Policy & Competition: Australia’s new AI office plan is drawing criticism that it favors big tech, while a separate U.S. judge narrows parts of an antitrust case over voice assistant technology. Energy & Global Markets: Renewed U.S.-Iran tensions are rattling oil markets and raising fears for the Strait of Hormuz supply chain. Community & Culture: A summer music camp and multiple local performances highlight how arts and community events keep rolling even amid global tech and health headlines.