A Chinese national received a 20-year prison sentence for hacking the accounts of BTS member Jung Kook and others. The individual was apprehended in South Korea. The charges related to unauthorized access to multiple accounts dating back to 2021. This hacking activity targeted high-profile K-pop stars, causing significant digital disruption. Authorities are continuing to investigate other related cybercrimes. 🔒
entertainment A Chinese national, surnamed Chun, was sentenced to 20 years in prison by a Seoul court. He was leading a hacking scheme that targeted BTS member Jung Kook and various Korean business executives in South Korea. The charges stemmed from the theft of over 38 billion won, or $27.2 million, between August 2023 and January 2025. This group operated overseas, including in Thailand, by impersonating wealthy individuals to steal their assets. The agency, HYBE, managed to stop an attempt to steal 8.4 billion won worth of Jung Kook's shares. 💸
business Elon Musk's wish for Warren Buffett to be a shareholder in SpaceX has indirectly come true. As of June 30, Berkshire Hathaway held about 0.04% of SpaceX, valued over $800 million. This stake came through Berkshire's 0.9% holding in Alphabet, which owned about 4% of SpaceX. This indirect holding is small compared to Berkshire's total assets of $1.3 trillion at the end of June. A direct investment by Buffett in SpaceX remains unlikely due to his preference for mature businesses. 🚀
sports An ICC appeals panel has officially reversed the demerit point previously given to Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. This action was taken concerning the third ODI between Pakistan and Australia held in June. The pitch had been initially rated as "unsatisfactory" for excessive spin assistance in a low-scoring match. The panel rescinded the sanction after reviewing footage and concluding the pitch lacked excessive unevenness or spin. This marks the second time the PCB has successfully overturned an ICC pitch-related penalty. 🏏
india A seven-year-old boy tragically died after his neck became caught in the hydraulic door of a luxury bus. The incident happened in Vadodara, Gujarat, near the Suryanagar-Tarsali bypass at a local repair garage. The death occurred on Wednesday evening, August 20, 2026, according to police. Initial investigation suggests the boy got trapped while trying to open the door, but missing footage has raised foul play doubts. Police are now questioning mechanics and witnesses to clarify the exact sequence of events. 😔
world The Supreme Court of India ruled on Thursday, August 20, 2026, that police cannot investigate offences under the PCPNDT Act. A bench of Justices Sanjay Karol and N. Kotiswar Singh stated that designated authorities must handle these technical matters. The PCPNDT Act was established to stop prenatal sex determination techniques. The Court clarified that police have only a supplementary role in these specific cases. This judgment was delivered in a case regarding FIR registration under the Act. ⚖️
business A former Buddhist monk who was a software engineer at Meta accidentally founded FSH Technologies in 2021. This new company is based in California and now aims to compete with Accenture in government contract bidding. The company secured its first pre-seed funding of $1 million in March 2021. Unlike traditional consultants, FSH focuses on end-to-end fixes for administrative systems. The founders started the venture after building a fun project during a pandemic-era hackathon.
Indian Railways is adding a third Vande Bharat train service connecting Jammu and Srinagar via Udhampur. This new route will increase capacity between the two major cities in Jammu and Kashmir. Currently, two Vande Bharat trains operate four services, with the latest extension starting April 30, 2026. Both existing trains have maintained full occupancy since their June 6, 2025, launch, prompting a coach upgrade. The new service, Train number 26407/26408, will run with four stops and cover 269 km in 4:45 hrs. 🚄
health At 85, Andhuram Das continues his daily rigorous training routine, refusing to let age slow his journey. He previously won bronze in both 5,000 m and 10,000 m races in December 2025 at the 31st Assam Inter District Masters Athlete Championship. Since 1967, he has coached over 1,000 students in Kho Kho and Kabaddi, inspiring many to compete at various levels. His disciplined life includes running about 10 km four days a week starting at 5:30 am. His next big goal is to emulate Fauja Singh by completing a 10,000 km race, even if he reaches 105 years old. 🏃♂️
Niki Walia recounted a secret hospital visit by Shah Rukh Khan following a car accident. The visit took place in Mumbai, where Walia witnessed Khan's presence. Specific dates or numbers were not mentioned in the recalled incident. This recollection sheds light on the personal moments surrounding the actor's accident. Further details regarding the event remain private to the individuals involved.
business Brent Crude futures surpassed $93 per barrel on Thursday morning in Europe. This rise came as President Trump announced an unprecedented economic pressure campaign against Iran. On Thursday, oil prices continued their rally for the fifth straight day following Trump's threats. Concerns over stricter sanctions enforcement against Iran fueled anxiety about Middle East supply risks. Analysts note that while crude is rising, downstream fuel shortages remain a bigger issue.
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