🧠 Daily fruit juice might lower depression scores

New research suggests that adding a daily glass of 100% fruit juice or a smoothie can boost mental health. A study from Newcastle University tracked 42 adults in the UK who were trying to increase their produce intake. Over four weeks, those drinking juice scored 2.52 points lower on the PHQ-9 depression scale compared to the control group. Researchers found this difference was statistically significant, even with sugar concerns being monitored. This simple, affordable adjustment could help many people meet their dietary goals.

😠 AIADMK walks out over Speaker's motion refusal

AIADMK MLAs staged a walkout from the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. The protest was against Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar for refusing to discuss a Calling Attention Motion. This motion concerned four Tamil Nadu fishermen from Thoduvai village who were attacked by Iranian pirates in Saudi Arabia. The AIADMK wanted the government to bring the deceased fisherman's body back and provide aid to the injured families. The party strongly condemned the TVK government for ignoring this urgent matter. 😠

🏙️ Mumbai 3.0: Mega City Plan Drops 🏙️

A massive Rs 4,000 Crore project, dubbed Mumbai 3.0, is being proposed for the city's development. This ambitious plan focuses on upgrading infrastructure across various sectors of Mumbai. The proposed timeline suggests key phases could start around the next fiscal year. The initiative aims to tackle urban congestion and modernize city services significantly. Authorities are currently reviewing the detailed blueprints before public consultation begins soon.

🎮 GTA 6 map and gameplay leak surfaces before Netflix premiere

Alleged gameplay footage and map images for GTA 6 are circulating online ahead of the extended look premiere. The leak reportedly references a group calling itself 'CyberLeek' and shows protagonist Jason Duval playing basketball and driving. These unverified assets surfaced just before the global premiere scheduled for August 27th. CyberLeek also issued three commandments targeting Take-Two Interactive's business decisions. Rockstar Games appears to be working to remove the leaked content from various social media platforms. 🎮

💻 GeForce Now lands in Firefox for cloud gaming

Nvidia has officially integrated GeForce Now support into the Firefox browser on Windows. This integration was developed over several months between Mozilla and Nvidia. Users can now stream over 2,000 PC games directly from Firefox without needing to install anything. The service allows access to games from Steam and Epic Games Store, among others. More details on the partnership are expected at Gamescom on August 25.

🏌️‍♂️ LeBron James hits golf course, gets PGA star's nod

NBA legend LeBron James has launched a new YouTube golf channel, sparking excitement within the golf world. PGA Tour star Sam Burns expressed enthusiasm about James joining the sport due to his global influence. His first video, filmed in Scotland with his 2016 Cavaliers teammates, has already garnered over 2 million views. Burns stated he would love the opportunity to play a round with the four-time NBA champion. The future of a James-Burns golf collaboration remains uncertain but promising. 🏌️‍♂️

🎾 Nick Kyrgios suspended after cocaine test at Mallorca Open 🎾

Nick Kyrgios has received a provisional suspension after testing positive for cocaine during the Mallorca Open. The Australian athlete was tested on June 22, and the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) imposed the suspension on August 4. Kyrgios admitted making a huge mistake in an Instagram post, acknowledging the toll injuries have taken on him. He stated he will step away from social media and public life for the next 28 days to get his life straight. This suspension bars the former world No. 13 from Grand Slam tournaments and other professional tours.

⚖️ SC tells Delhi HC to speed up coal scam trials

The Supreme Court directed the Delhi High Court not to grant any stay on trials in coal block allocation scam cases. This order was issued on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, by a bench including Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana. The court mandated the high court to decide pending appeals of the accused within four weeks to protect their rights. This follows the SC's 2014 decision that quashed 214 coal blocks allocated between 1993 and 2010. The aim is to expedite proceedings and prevent delays in these 57 CBI cases. ⚖️

🐛 Weevil meant to fight weeds starts wrecking native plants

A biological control program introduced the thistle seedhead weevil to combat invasive musk thistle in the US between 1969 and 1972. This weevil was supposed to target invasive plants, but it started feeding on numerous native thistles instead. The USDA Forest Service assessment noted the weevil attacked at least 25 native Cirsium species, including the endangered Sacramento Mountain thistle. This highlights the risk when a control organism spreads beyond its intended ecological niche. Now, efforts are focused on managing this established pest in the ecosystem. 🐛

🤔 Dipke questions PM's use of CARES fund

Dipke has raised concerns regarding the utilization of the PM CARES fund. He specifically addressed the Prime Minister in the context of the fund's purpose and usage. The fund was established to aid during the pandemic, with details on its disbursement being scrutinized. His statement implies that the PM should demonstrate genuine concern in his actions. This ongoing debate centers on transparency and accountability in government spending.

⌚ Garmin matches Samsung in global smartwatch market share

Garmin has matched Samsung in global smartwatch market share based on Omdia’s new shipment data. This occurred in Q2 2026, with Garmin reaching 15% from 11%, while Samsung also stood at 15% from 17%. Apple maintained the lead with 46% of the market share for the period. Garmin's growth was driven by demand for high-end sports watches and the Forerunner range. Future numbers will show the impact of the recently launched CIRQA fitness band. ⌚