🛥️ Cruz Beckham shows tattoos on family yacht

Cruz Beckham was spotted shirtless on the Beckham family yacht in Portofino, Italy, showing off his tattoos with his parents and girlfriend. The 21-year-old resembles his estranged brother Brooklyn, who is 27 years old and has also many tattoos. Cruz has designs referencing his parents, including a heart tattoo for 'mum and dad'. Brooklyn has publicly stated in January 2026 that he does not wish to reconcile with his family. Cruz has tried to maintain connection by sending Brooklyn a birthday message in March. 📸

🔥 Yemen war heating up as Houthi attacks intensify

A series of severe Houthi attacks is raising fears that all-out war could reignite in Yemen. These clashes are happening between the pro-Iranian Houthis and Saudi-backed government forces in Yemen. In the last month, attacks included strikes on al-Makha and the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, resulting in casualties. The government insists on action, though a political path remains open for the Houthis. Saudi Arabia is shifting its strategy, focusing on securing Red Sea shipping routes. 🚢

📝 MLC defends teacher hiring process in Vizianagaram

North Andhra Teachers’ Constituency MLC Gade Srinivasula Naidu addressed the media in Vizianagaram on Thursday regarding the DSC recruitment process. He stated that opposition members were creating tension over alleged irregularities in the hiring conducted by the Chandrababu Naidu-led government. The recruitment saw no wait-list policy, as Srinivasulu urged unsuccessful candidates to study more for future exams. He added that teacher associations had not raised any objections, claiming the process followed all rules. The government is expected to release another notification for DSC recruitment soon. 📝

🎤 BTS RM and j-hope hang with Chris Brown backstage

K-pop stars RM and j-hope took a break from their ARIRANG world tour to attend Chris Brown and Usher's R&B stadium tour. An Instagram post on Tuesday, August 12, showed the two BTS members posing with Brown backstage. This timing coincided with Brown's shows in Toronto on August 11 and 12. The members later shared videos of the event, including BTS bouncing to Brown's 2011 hit "Look At Me Now." They are next scheduled to perform in Arlington, Texas on August 15. 🎤

💧 Minister asks for fast-track plan for Mekedatu project

Karnataka's Water Resources Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy directed officials to create a time-bound action plan for the Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir Project. He held a review meeting with senior officials on Thursday to discuss the project's current status and legal hurdles. The Minister stressed that this project is vital for securing future drinking water for Bengaluru and nearby regions. Specific focus areas included the Detailed Project Report (DPR) status and required central permissions. Concerned officials must now take necessary steps to move the project forward without any delays. 💧

🏏 UP T20 League 2026: Kashi Rudras vs Meerut Mavericks clash

The first match of the Uttar Pradesh T20 League 2026 pits Kashi Rudras against Meerut Mavericks on August 14th. The game is set at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Kashi Rudras are the defending champions, while Meerut Mavericks reached the finals last season. Key players to watch include Karan Sharma for Kashi Rudras and Swastik Chikara for Meerut Mavericks. Predictions suggest Kashi Rudras are favored to win this opening fixture. 🏏

📚 NEP 2020 not approved in Kerala, says KSHEC

Reports claiming the Kerala State Higher Education Council approved NEP 2020 are baseless, according to KSHEC vice-chairperson Achuthsankar S. Nair. The committee was actually set up to suggest changes for the FYUGP, which has been running in the State for three years. The committee lacks the power to approve major policies like NEP 2020. An interim report is scheduled for discussion at the executive committee meeting this Friday. Only the structural parts of NEP are currently active in Kerala.

🏛️ Delimitation is a constitutional must-do, says Law Minister

Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal stated that delimitation is a constitutional mandate that must occur after 2026. He criticized the Opposition for objecting while not reading the Constitution's provisions. The Constitution freezes Lok Sabha seats until 2026, after which delimitation is required. This process redraws boundaries to ensure similar population sizes in constituencies. Southern states are concerned that population redistribution might lessen their representation.

🎾 Swiatek poised for ranking boost in Toronto

Iga Swiatek is set to gain a guaranteed ranking boost from the tournament. She is competing in Toronto, Canada, for the upcoming event. The tournament started on July 14th and runs until July 21st, featuring several top players. Securing the title could propel her up by three spots in the rankings. Her performance in this event will significantly impact her standing in the world. 🎾

🌠 Perseids peak: Shooting stars dazzle skies ✨

The Perseid meteor shower reached its peak, showcasing spectacular shooting stars across the globe. Various locations, including Semnan, Iran, Ohrid, Macedonia, and Negev Desert, Israel, captured the amazing display. Key dates for the sightings were August 11 and August 12, 2026, with some sightings continuing to August 13, 2026. These meteors result from Earth passing through the debris trail of the comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle. More Perseids will be visible until August 24, though the hourly rate will be lower than the peak.

💥 Explosion hits Europe's biggest port in Rotterdam

A massive blast occurred at a petroleum storage facility in Rotterdam's port on Thursday. The incident involved maintenance work at a storage tank operated by energy commodities trader Gunvor. One person was killed, and six others were injured during the event. Authorities are investigating the cause, with no immediate sign of sabotage being found. This major energy hub incident is under close watch as Dutch gas storage levels are currently at 40% ahead of winter.