🕵️ Android apps might share your location with advertisers

Some Android apps are unintentionally sharing user location data with third parties, including advertisers and data brokers. The Electronic Frontier Foundation found this issue in apps on Android, where default settings enable this sharing. Two identified apps, downloaded 60 million times combined, were flagged for this practice. This data is then monetized and sold to entities like governments, posing a privacy risk. Developers are urged to disable unnecessary data collection to protect user location histories.

🚀 SpaceX beats earnings, BTC holdings drop value

SpaceX posted its first public quarterly earnings, showing revenue of $7.8 billion, exceeding Wall Street's $6.9 billion forecast. The company, led by Elon Musk, reported a net loss of $541 million for the second quarter. SpaceX held 18,712 Bitcoin, whose total value dropped to $1.10 billion by June 30, 2026. This decline mirrored Bitcoin's 33% price slump during that period. The firm continues heavy investment, with major insider shares unlocking on August 6.

📰 Pakistan clamps down on foreign media after POK crackdown

Pakistan has introduced strict new rules requiring foreign journalists to get prior government approval for reporting nationwide. This move targets foreign media following international criticism regarding the crackdown in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The new Foreign Media Facilitation Guidelines, 2026, restrict operations to Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi. These guidelines formalize controls, requiring registration for everyone involved, including freelancers. Authorities hold broad discretion to revoke accreditation based on vaguely defined national security concerns. 📰

🪐 Giant waves might be stripping Mars' air

Kelvin–Helmholtz waves are potentially causing solar wind to strip particles from Mars' upper atmosphere. Researchers from Boston University used data from NASA’s MAVEN and China’s Tianwen-1 missions to find this link. The study, published in Science Advances, found these waves form where plasma flows past Mars' atmosphere edge. This process creates plasma clouds that carry atmospheric material away, mostly on one side of the planet. Future missions like NASA’s ESCAPADE will help determine how often these waves occur. 🛰️

📱 Leaked S26 FE firmware hints at One UI 9.5

Leaked firmware from the Galaxy S26 FE shows an asset seemingly intended for One UI 9.5. This asset is a banner for the software update menu within the device. While the S26 FE will likely launch with One UI 9, version 9.5 might debut with the Galaxy S27 lineup in 2027. However, a beta program for existing devices could launch towards the end of the year. Samsung could reveal the Galaxy S26 FE in late August or early September.

🇮🇱 Netanyahu: No Gaza withdrawal till Hamas fully disarms

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel will not leave its current lines in Gaza until Hamas is completely disarmed. This declaration was made by Netanyahu in relation to a recent deal proposed by US President Donald Trump. The original agreement called for Hamas disarmament and Israeli withdrawal from the roughly 60% of Gaza it controls, based on an October ceasefire. Netanyahu stressed that disarmament must happen first, asserting Israeli forces would protect their citizens. This stance comes amid ongoing high casualties and displacement in the shattered Gaza Strip. 💔

🛰️ SpaceX rocket piece heads for moon crash

A fragment from a SpaceX rocket is set to impact the Moon this Wednesday. This space debris is scheduled to hit the lunar surface in the near future. The precise date for the impact is Wednesday, and the debris originated from the SpaceX mission. This event is part of ongoing monitoring of space junk orbiting Earth and beyond. Scientists are tracking this trajectory to better understand orbital mechanics. 🛰️

🧊 Arctic permafrost carbon mostly sinks, not floats

A new study suggests most carbon from thawing Arctic permafrost does not become greenhouse gas. Researchers at AWI examined the seafloor off a Canadian Arctic island near Herschel Island. Up to 0.02 gigatons enter the sea annually, with potential rises of 70 to 150 per cent by 2100. The majority of this carbon settles into the seabed rather than entering the active ocean cycle. The team will now explore the broader ecological effects as part of the 2027 Arctic Pulse campaign. 🧊

🚀 SpaceX revenue surges with satellite and AI boom

SpaceX has reported a significant jump in its revenue in its latest debut results. This growth was driven by strong performance across its satellite and artificial intelligence businesses. The company reported specific figures and details related to the performance across these sectors. This surge reflects the increasing demand for space technology and AI solutions globally. SpaceX is expected to continue expanding these high-growth areas in the coming fiscal periods.

🚨 Punjab Police busts ISI terror modules

Punjab Police busted two ISI-backed cross-border terror modules on Tuesday. Nine individuals were arrested, including four juveniles, in this operation. Authorities recovered three illegal pistols, nine live cartridges, four petrol bombs, and a stolen motorcycle. The accused were reportedly trying to recruit local youth and spy on security installations for ISI handlers. Further operations are expected as police continue to crack down on these terror networks.

🐦 8 ways to help Australia's wildlife vs bird flu

The deadly H5N1 bird flu has now spread to resident Australian birds, posing a major threat to native mammals. Death rates in poultry and some wild birds are reported between 75-100%, with expected fatalities in the thousands or millions. Conservationists are calling for proactive action beyond just reporting sick animals to prevent species decline. Eight specific actions include tackling predators, securing insurance populations, and exploring vaccination options. Community involvement and expanded research are crucial steps to help mitigate the virus's impact. 😥