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It’s Monday, July 8 — here’s what you’ll find in today’s newsletter:

• France’s Leftist Coalition election win

• The nationwide lifeguard shortage

• 4 quick hits of news from the last 24 hours

France’s leftist victory

France's Leftist Coalition won the most seats in the country's elections, rejecting a far-right surge. Time says the win resulted in a hung parliament, creating political turmoil that could destabilize the economy.

A WSJ Op thinks the leftist win was a loss for Macron: His alliance with the left in France complicates his presidency and economic agenda.

Bloomberg agrees somewhat: On one hand, Macron's early election rebuffed Le Pen's National Rally. But on the other hand, France's far-left victory could spell trouble for Macron's pro-business reforms.

For what it's worth, the left-wing coalition leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon was optimistic: He says the left is “ready to govern” France.

Still, The Guardian was pessimistic: France’s left victory may lead to political deadlock.

Nationwide lifeguard shortage

America is facing a nationwide lifeguard shortage, leading to closed pools and limited swimming access. Business Insider says the problem stems from low wages and fewer young people interested in the job.

WPR thinks COVID is to blame. Cities are still struggling to recover from that setback.

CBS: America's lifeguard shortage is real and impacting summer plans. Cities need to invest more.

KGUN9 offers hope: Tucson overcame the lifeguard shortage by raising pay and improving work culture.

And WGBH explains that the city of Worcester partnered with the YMCA to solve its shortage.

1) Despite record air travel demand, U.S. airlines struggle with profits due to higher costs and operational challenges.

2) A Russian missile attack on Kyiv partially destroyed a children's hospital, causing casualties and widespread condemnation.

3) French President Macron asks PM Attal to stay amid a fragmented parliament, posing challenges for governance.

4) The US housing market faces a prolonged slump, with high mortgage rates and low inventory dampening buyer enthusiasm.