👑 Author says Sussexes connected with younger crowds better

Author Catherine Mayer argues the Sussexes had a wider appeal to younger audiences than the rest of the royals. This sentiment comes as Meghan Markle turns 45, after the couple stepped back in 2020. Mayer notes that the split caused damage to the monarchy, despite not placing sole blame on them. She believes Kate and William are the only ones who might replicate that connection with younger generations. The royal rift continues, even after Meghan's recent private meeting with King Charles III.

🏸 Korea Masters 2026: Stats You Need to Know

The Super 300 Korea Masters features several interesting records and trends across its 17 editions since 2007. Notably, none of the top seeds have ever won the event prior to this time. Furthermore, the hosts have awarded gold medals in every single edition since the tournament began. Out of 85 gold medals given, only 21 were secured by non-Korean athletes. Jason Teh, the defending men’s singles champion, has a chance to become the first to win the title twice.

🚨 Saudi airport shuts down after Houthi drone strike

Operations were suspended on Tuesday at an airport in Saudi Arabia following an attack by the Iran-backed Houthis. The Houthis claimed they successfully targeted Najran Airport using a drone. This incident comes after the Houthis declared a maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia last month. The small airport, near the Yemeni border, had its main radar reportedly hit, affecting flights. Saudi Arabia has not yet released any official comment regarding the claimed attack. ✈️

🧠 Cell Village reveals brain growth secrets

Researchers developed a 'cell village' platform combined with the Townlet framework to measure cellular fitness across varied human genetics. This method pools neural progenitor cells from dozens of donors into one well, ensuring identical microenvironmental conditions for all cells. The study found the 16p11.2 deletion intrinsically accelerates cell division, linking it to macrocephaly in autism. Furthermore, genomic tracking near ZFHX3 related cell division rates to baseline proliferation. Exposure to toxic lead showed functional divergence in donor viability controlled by a locus near ARNT2.

😔 Kids Were Mean to Me, Says Paw Paw

A grandfather reported being treated unkindly by children during a recent outing. The incident occurred in a local park setting. Specific details regarding the number of children or the exact date were not provided in the report. The grandfather expressed distress over the behavior witnessed while at the park. Authorities are reportedly looking into the matter to ensure safety for seniors.

⛳ J&K CM urges no repeat of migrant worker killings

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah condemned the recent violence against migrant labourers as unacceptable. He made this statement in South Kashmir's Kulgam district on Tuesday after opening the J&K Open 2026 golf tournament. Terrorists killed two migrant labourers on July 31, and a head constable died on July 23. Abdullah stressed that security forces must prevent such incidents, while noting golf boosts tourism. He also mentioned these tournaments predate militancy and Article 370 abrogation. ⛳

😥 Tribal girl injured after teacher allegedly beats her

A 12-year-old tribal girl sustained a thumb injury after allegedly being beaten with a stick by her mathematics teacher. This incident occurred at S.V. Higher Secondary School in Palemadu, involving one of 16 Cholanaikan children from Mancheeri. The alleged assault took place on July 21, and a case has been registered by the Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights. Sources state the teacher punished students for poor marks, despite the girl lacking primary education. Authorities have registered a suo motu case and served a notice to the school. 😥

💰 P&G buys supplement company Thorne for $3.8bn

Procter & Gamble has finalized a major acquisition of the supplements company Thorne. This deal involves P&G purchasing Thorne, which is a well-known brand in the wellness sector. The financial value of this transaction is reported to be $3.8 billion. This move significantly expands P&G's presence in the health and nutrition market. The integration is expected to reshape the competitive landscape of the supplement industry going forward.

⚽ Salinas only wants Barça, despite United interest

Left-back Jorge Salinas has returned to training with Racing Santander, though his transfer future is still uncertain. FC Barcelona is actively pursuing the Spain U-19 international, who is also attracting interest from Manchester United and Atletico Madrid. The 19-year-old defender has stated clearly that wearing the Blaugrana shirt is his top priority for his growth. Negotiations are currently stuck because Racing insists on the defender's €16 million release clause. Barcelona is exploring alternative deals but needs Racing to soften their valuation stance. ⚽

📈 GIGABYTE GPUs seeing big price jumps in Japan

GIGABYTE is reportedly increasing its GPU prices by up to 40% across different models. This price hike is officially in effect since August 1st, according to Japanese distributor CFD-BIZ. Some outstanding orders risk cancellation, while new orders will reflect the updated pricing. This follows similar reports of up to a 30% price increase for NVIDIA RTX 50 cards in South Korea. Currency fluctuations and joint US-Japan intervention might temper the 40% surge in the future.

🌊 Kerala floods: The aftermath is the real struggle

Rain eased in Kerala's Pathanamthitta, but the recovery for thousands of families is far from over. The reporter witnessed severe waterlogging near Aranmula Temple and in Ranni, where families evacuated. Flooding has caused immense loss, with some homes submerged even after prior events in 2018. Many residents hesitate to leave their homes due to fears of looting or further damage. The next phase involves the difficult task of cleaning, salvaging, and rebuilding normal life. 😥