Consumer Protection: France’s new law banning unsolicited telemarketing calls kicks in Aug. 11, shifting from opt-out lists to stronger opt-in consent rules. Labour & Hiring: The US jobs report showed employers cut 23,000 jobs in July, lifting European sentiment as rate-hike fears eased. EU AI Governance: From Aug. 2, the EU AI Act’s general transparency rules apply, requiring users to know when they’re interacting with AI and to label certain AI-generated content, while some high-risk duties were delayed. Security & Workplaces: Germany is investigating drone incidents near military sites after an explosive drone was found near a Ukrainian cargo plane at Leipzig-Halle, and separate drones were later spotted over a Bundeswehr base in Mechernich. Defence Industry Jobs: Rheinmetall reported a sharp jump in revenue and profit on rising European defence spending, with demand and orders surging. Heat & Workplace Safety: Extreme heat is driving record temperatures and raising pressure on employers to protect staff, with renewed scrutiny after a fatal outdoor-work case in Italy. Cross-border Mobility: Austria’s residence permit rules for non-EU citizens clarify the six-month threshold and permit categories for work and study stays. Migration Coordination: Morocco says it’s ready to coordinate with Spain and Europe on returning unaccompanied minors after the Ceuta crisis. Skills & Recruitment: Siemens plans 1,400+ jobs at a new Georgia facility (engineering, fabrication, assembly and testing) as it expands manufacturing capacity.