⌚ Casio's iconic watch gets a sustainable fabric strap upgrade

Casio has released the F-91WF, a new version of its world's best-selling watch featuring a fabric strap. This update is available globally since August 2026, replacing the classic resin band with one made from recycled PET fibers. The watch maintains its core module and 21-gram weight, while offering scratch and stain resistance. This change addresses longevity issues of the old strap and promotes sustainability. Casio India is expected to list this variant before the year ends. ⌚

🔬 Fluffy net catches tiny ocean plastic 🌊

Researchers have engineered a unique fluffy net to actively pull microplastics from water bodies. This innovative trap was designed by Haeleen Hong and colleagues at NC State using seaweed and shellfish shells. The mesh effectively captured 98.5% of bare latex beads across sizes from 300 nanometers up to 100 micrometers. This mimics natural seagrass balls which trap plastic fragments on beaches. The next step involves combining this mesh with self-dispersing cleaners for easier large-scale cleanup.

⚽ Rashford back at Man Utd; big risk for club

Marcus Rashford is officially reintegrating with the Manchester United squad for pre-season training. This move takes place in the Republic of Ireland, joining Kobbie Mainoo and Lisandro Martinez. The club will face Leeds on Wednesday and AC Milan in Poland three days later. Ruben Amorim, who previously managed the club, handled Rashford well initially but was sacked in January. The new boss must be careful not to undo the positive culture Amorim helped build. ⚽

🚨 UP MLA alleges conman married 25 women with fake ID

A BJP MLA from Uttar Pradesh accused a conman of duping his daughter into marriage using fake identities. The MLA, Gyan Tiwari, lodged a complaint regarding the accused, Prakhar Trivedi, in Sevata, UP. The incident involves Prakhar, who allegedly married 25 women across different states by 2024. Tiwari claimed the marriage caused deep trauma and demanded strict punishment for the accused. Police registered an FIR against Anuj Trivedi, Prakhar's father, initiating legal action. 💔

🚨 Mumbai police bust ₹7.42 crore cybercrime mule racket

Mumbai police arrested one person connected to a major cybercrime racket operating across the country. The accused was apprehended by Khar police on Saturday, August 9, 2026. Investigations revealed ₹7.42 crore was routed through 22 bank accounts across 42 complaints. The accused allegedly opened these accounts to facilitate money transfers for fraudsters. Police are now looking into other individuals involved in supplying these mule accounts. 💸

🏏 Afghanistan one win from World Cup entry 🏆

Afghanistan is just one victory away from securing their spot in the 2027 ODI World Cup. This achievement comes after they convincingly beat Ireland in the second ODI match. The series saw Ireland lose the second game, putting them 0-1 down in the five-match series as of September 2026. Afghanistan's win boosted Rahmat Shah's confidence as captain, following a successful tactical change. They will now aim to secure the final win to guarantee their qualification for the tournament.

🚨 Driver caught with ₹2.5 lakh hash oil near ORR

A 30-year-old driver was arrested along with 200 ml of hash oil worth ₹2.5 lakh near the ORR on Saturday. The accused, Burse Narendra Srinivas, is from Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh and was intercepted after disembarking from a bus. The arrest comes after he was previously involved in five NDPS-related cases in Saroornagar and Meerpet. He allegedly started selling the drug after his driver earnings were not enough to cover expenses. Srinivas purchased the hash oil from a supplier in Koraput district, Odisha, on August 2nd.

📸 Priyanka Chopra shares throwback pic on Mahesh Babu's birthday

Priyanka Chopra shared a rare, unseen photo from the Varanasi sets. This special picture was posted to celebrate Mahesh Babu's 51st birthday. The post featured the actor on the sets of his recent project. It reminded fans of their past professional collaboration. This gesture sparked positive reactions from social media users.

🔬 High Cholesterol? Check Your Liver Insulin Instead

Dr. Mitch Rice explained that stubborn high cholesterol often isn't about diet, but liver function. He noted that insulin resistance in the liver is the primary driver for elevated cholesterol levels. This occurs when high refined carbs cause the liver to overproduce LDL and reduce its clearance. The doctor suggests reducing refined carbs, moving after meals, and building muscle to fix metabolism. These changes are key to addressing the root cause of high cholesterol risks. 🩺

🏏 Gill and Jaiswal prepping for Sri Lanka Tests

Shubman Gill and Ishan Jaiswal are currently engaged in their practice drills ahead of the upcoming Test series. They are preparing for the matches which will be held in Sri Lanka. The series is scheduled to start on March 28, 2024, and is expected to run for several days. This preparation is crucial for the Indian cricket team's performance in the overseas tour. The players are aiming to fine-tune their skills before facing the Sri Lankan squad. 🏏

🌱 Naidu plans new way to protect tribal youth jobs

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced plans for an alternative mechanism to safeguard employment for tribal youth. This initiative comes after the Supreme Court struck down G.O. No. 3 in 2020. The government has allocated ₹4,764 crore for the development of 27.39 lakh tribal people. Furthermore, Naidu set a 2027 goal to give every tribal family safe drinking water and housing. They are also providing skill training to 1.5 lakh tribal youth.