🚀 AI coding startup Cognition eyes massive valuation jump

Cognition, the maker of AI coding agent Devin, is reportedly in discussions with investors for a new funding round. This potential round aims for a substantial $40 billion valuation. The target is based on achieving a $1 billion annualized revenue run rate, according to sources. Previously, the company raised $1 billion at a $26 billion valuation in May. Devin helps with tedious programmer tasks and is already used by big names like NASA and Mercedes-Benz.

💍 Kelce calls Taylor Swift wedding 'best night of my life'

Travis Kelce shared that his wedding to Taylor Swift was an incredible celebration. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end married Swift on July 3 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The event was attended by an estimated 1,000 guests, including Julia Roberts and Tom Hanks. Kelce described the night as a crazy, fun celebration that fulfilled a childhood dream. Now, his focus has completely shifted back to football and the NFL season. 🏈

😠 Ex-CM Raghubar Das threatens system over JPSC protest

Former Jharkhand CM Raghubar Das joined the JPSC-JSCC aspirants' protest at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium on Wednesday. He strongly criticized the Hemant Soren-led government for allegedly suppressing the youth's movement. Das demanded Rs one crore compensation for nineteen affected families and issued a one-week ultimatum. He warned officials that they would face consequences if the state machinery interfered with the protest. Failing a CBI inquiry order within seven days, Das announced he would start a hunger strike.

📱 Porn videos found on ex-MP's phone in jail

Former JDS MP Prajwal Revanna, who is in jail for a rape case, has come under new scrutiny. Investigators found between 80 and 90 downloaded pornographic videos on a mobile phone seized from his cell in Bengaluru’s Parappana Agrahara Central Prison. This discovery happened during a search operation targeting high-profile inmates in August 2026. The phone is now undergoing forensic analysis to check the content's relevance to his ongoing criminal proceedings. Authorities have registered a fresh FIR and named another prisoner in the case.

📚 Cambridge hired academic linked to terror group

Cambridge University has hired an academic who previously supported the proscribed Islamist terror group Hizb ut-Tahrir. Farah Ahmed joined the Faculty of Education at Cambridge last year to handle postgraduate research and undergraduate teaching. In 2002, she co-wrote a pamphlet claiming Western education was a threat to Muslim beliefs. She also condemned democracy as a corrupt tradition and criticized British schools' curricula. The university stated its commitment to academic freedom and robust debate. 📚

⚽ Ferran Torres heading to PSG for big move

Ferran Torres is set to join Paris Saint-Germain, ending his successful stint at Barcelona. The Spanish international has agreed personal terms for a deal valued at €50 million plus €5 million in add-ons. This transfer was finalized around Wednesday, allowing him to skip training with Barcelona. Coach Luis Enrique plans to use Torres' versatility, leveraging his ability to drift in attack. He is expected to feature in the August 23 Ligue 1 opening match against Stade Rennais. 🚀

⚽ Real Madrid vs Deportivo: 2026 preseason lineups out

Real Madrid has confirmed the starting lineup for their friendly match against Deportivo. The game is set to take place in Riazor, La Coruña, Spain. The match is scheduled for December 8, 2026, at 21:00 CET. Both teams have released their respective starting XIs for the Trofeo Teresa Herrera. Viewers can catch the action on Real Madrid TV for streaming. ⚽

🩺 Doctors slam 3% stipend hike as insult

Junior doctors in Andhra Medical College are continuing their protest for the third day in Visakhapatnam. The A.P. Government Doctors’ Association stated the 3% annual hike proposed by the Health Department is insulting to the medical fraternity. They demand a biannual stipend hike increase from 15% to 30%, having waited since January this year. The protest started because the overdue 15% increment hasn't been implemented in over seven months. The doctors are withdrawing non-emergency services in government teaching hospitals during the strike. 🩺

🦠 DR Congo Ebola outbreak threatens to break records 🦠

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is set to surpass the deadliest in history, according to the WHO head. This crisis is unfolding in eastern Congo, which is the fastest-growing outbreak globally. As of now, over 2,000 deaths have occurred out of more than 4,300 cases since it began in February. The outbreak is challenging due to the rare Bundibugyo virus having no approved vaccines or treatments. Experts now project the peak could last up to twelve months, prompting clinical trials for new treatments.

🦠 DR Congo Ebola outbreak looks record-breaking 🦠

The ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is projected to surpass the deadliest in history, according to WHO leadership. This fast-growing outbreak is happening in eastern Congo, and it has already caused over 2,000 deaths from more than 4,300 cases. The outbreak, declared on May 15th, is unique because the rare Bundibugyo virus lacks approved vaccines or treatments. Experts anticipate the peak could be in six months, but a worst-case scenario suggests it might last nine to twelve months. New trials for specific vaccines and treatments are currently underway in the affected provinces.

🎖️ J&K hikes death compensation for soldiers

The Jammu and Kashmir government has updated compensation norms for security personnel families. Defence and paramilitary personnel with J&K domicile will receive Rs 25 lakh in case of death. This revised policy, under SRE, also sets compensation at Rs 1 lakh for civilians killed in terror incidents. Families of police personnel will get Rs 12 lakh, while government staff compensation varies based on injury severity. Relief for property damage during counter-terror operations is capped at Rs 10 lakh per case.