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Amazon has expanded its drone delivery operations in Richardson, Texas, where Prime Air drones now drop packages quickly to customers. But residents complain the constant buzzing and whirring overhead is disrupting daily life, with some saying the noise makes their homes unbearable. The tensions highlight growing friction as rapid drone delivery scales up in American suburbs.

U.S. stock markets fell sharply as Treasury yields surged, pressuring equities across major indexes. Rising borrowing costs and renewed inflation worries are weighing on investor sentiment, with traders watching bond markets closely for signals on the Federal Reserve's next moves. Analysts warn that persistently higher yields could keep markets volatile in the coming sessions.

Private foreign purchases of longer-term US Treasuries dropped to roughly $263 billion over the past 12 months, nearly half the approximately $506 billion bought in the previous year, according to figures circulating among market watchers. Commenters note foreign money is not leaving the United States but shifting into other assets, raising questions about who will fund US debt issuance going forward.

Bangladesh's startup sector raised its lowest level of investment in five years during the first half of the year, according to a report by The Business Standard. The drop is attributed to hurdles facing investors, including difficulties moving money into the country and a cautious funding climate. The slowdown raises concerns about the survival of early-stage companies and the country's broader startup ecosystem.

The United States has signed a nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia that could permit the kingdom to enrich its own uranium, dropping the so-called 'gold standard' restrictions the US required of the UAE in 2009. Lawmakers from both parties are warning the deal could accelerate nuclear proliferation in the Middle East and weaken America's leverage over regional nuclear programs.

Small recreational drones are being converted into combat tools by forces fighting in Myanmar's civil war, dropping bombs on opposing troops. The tactic highlights how cheap consumer technology is reshaping warfare for under-equipped armed groups. Observers note that civilian aerial craft, once used for photography and racing, are now a common sight on the battlefield, adding a new dimension to a conflict that has intensified since the 2021 military coup.

A restaurant in Mount Dora, Florida says roadwork on a nearby roundabout is blocking customer access and hurting its business. The owner reports a sharp drop in patrons since construction began, as drivers avoid the disrupted area. Local coverage has drawn attention to the dispute between small businesses and the ongoing road improvement project.