🙏 Border cop hailed as hero during Gyirong port flood

A Chinese border police officer, Huang Peng, was recognized for directing civilians to safety before a massive mudslide hit Gyirong Port. He was stationed at the port in Xizang region, Tibet Autonomous Region, and remained missing after the incident. At least 80 Indians, including 77 pilgrims from Kailash Mansarovar, are unaccounted for following the flash flood on Wednesday. The disaster was caused by a glacial collapse registering as a magnitude 5.2 event. Search operations are ongoing, though temporarily suspended due to rising water risks.

🐶 Ex-Army Staffer Booked for Dog Killing

A retired Army employee was booked in Khammam for allegedly killing his neighbor's pet dog. The incident occurred in Mutharam village of Mudigonda mandal, Telangana. Ramu, the complainant, alleged that Rauthu Janaiah shot the dog with an air gun. Janaiah allegedly held a grudge against the pet dog that frequently visited his house. Police are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the dog's death. 🐶

💖 Ali Khan-Kemmu family vibes for Raksha Bandhan ✨

The Ali Khan-Kemmu families celebrated Raksha Bandhan, sharing festive moments on social media. Sara Ali Khan tied rakhis to her brothers Ibrahim, Taimur, and Jeh at their home. This year's celebrations featured family bonding across generations on Friday. The festival highlights the sacred bond between siblings across their diverse family structure. Family members shared sweet wishes as the celebrations concluded.

😟 Ex-selector claims Imam-ul-Haq faked injuries

Former Pakistan chief selector Mohammad Wasim made a startling claim regarding opener Imam-ul-Haq's injury history. The allegation surfaced while Imam was ruled out of the Lord's Test against England after a left calf strain. Wasim stated that in the 2022 Multan test, the physio warned him about Imam faking an injury. The PCB has officially diagnosed the current setback as a low-grade calf strain for Imam. His participation in the rest of the Test depends entirely on his recovery from treatment. 😟

🚀 Spaceflight keeps heart muscle cells strong

Researchers studied the effect of microgravity on the human heart using mice sent to the International Space Station. The study, led by the University of Chicago, involved five mice in space and five on Earth over about 38.5 days. They discovered that the heart muscle cells were largely unaffected by microgravity, suggesting they could handle longer space missions. However, the team also noticed some evidence of inflammation in the heart muscle cells. This research is vital as Mars missions could last two to three years, requiring more heart knowledge. 🛰️

🧬 Toronto researchers tackle genetic diseases with tRNA

Researchers at the University of Toronto engineered tRNA to help cells read through premature stop signals in genetic instructions. This innovative work focuses on nonsense mutations, which cause about 11 per cent of inherited genetic disorders. The study, published in Science on August 27, showed the tRNA restored full-length protein production in cystic fibrosis models. This platform aims to create one therapeutic strategy for many different genetic diseases. The team also developed a tailored lipid nanoparticle system for tRNA delivery. 🧬

🚨 PaperCut issues urgent patches amid active hacking threats

PaperCut has released emergency security patches for its printer management software due to actively exploited vulnerabilities. The flaws exist in PaperCut NG and PaperCut MF software, impacting many organizations globally. These high-severity vulnerabilities, CVE-2026-82078 and CVE-2026-81578, allow remote code execution. The company advised clients to remove servers from public access immediately. Organizations must implement the latest updates to prevent unauthorized system control.

🔥 Raw and SmackDown updates from Cleveland 💥

WWE taped episodes of Monday Night Raw and Friday Night SmackDown in Cleveland this evening with major action. In Raw, Penta defeated Rey Fenix in the No. 1 Contender’s Tournament final to face Roman Reigns. SmackDown saw CM Punk defeat Johnny Gargano in the main event, officially challenging Sami Zayn for a title match on September 11th. Raquel Rodriguez retained her women’s Intercontinental championship during the Raw show. These shows set up several key matchups for the upcoming weeks.

🎬 Ravi Teja's 'Irumudi' crosses 100 crore in India

Ravi Teja's movie 'Irumudi' has successfully surpassed the Rs 100 crore net collection mark in India. This achievement was registered on the film's eighth day in theaters across India. On Day 8, the movie collected an estimated Rs 9.70 crore net, growing 40.6% from the previous day's earnings. The film's total India net collection has now reached Rs 101.85 crore, alongside a worldwide gross of Rs 136.70 crore. The movie is expected to continue gaining traction in the coming days.

🚀 OpenAI ending partnership with Cursor post-SpaceX buy

OpenAI is reportedly ending its partnership with the AI coding tool Cursor following SpaceX's recent acquisition. This move involves the tech giants adjusting their collaboration strategies. The decision was reportedly made after the SpaceX acquisition was finalized. The partnership had been key for integrating AI features into developer workflows. Future collaborations between the two entities remain uncertain for now.

🔋 Vivo T5 5G drops with huge battery and slim design

The Vivo T5 5G is launching in India on September 2, 2026, promising a blend of slimness and massive power. This new handset is coming from Vivo and will be available in India. It features a massive 7,050mAh battery housed in a 7.9mm frame, powered by the Dimensity 7500 Turbo. The phone runs on OriginOS 6 and is expected to launch in the ₹40,000 to ₹50,000 price range on Flipkart. Further details on charging speeds and camera specs are anticipated closer to the launch date.