🩺 Daily zinc cuts infections in sickle cell kids

Daily zinc supplementation showed promise in reducing infections among children with sickle cell anaemia. This was found in a randomized clinical trial conducted in Jinja Regional Referral Hospital, Uganda. Over six months, 80 infections were recorded in the zinc group versus 124 in the placebo group. Zinc plays a key role in immune function, offering a potential aid to existing sickle cell treatments. Further large-scale trials are needed to confirm these benefits broadly. 🩺

🔬 New Alopecia Treatment Gets EU Approval

A promising new treatment for severe alopecia has officially received approval within the European Union. This medical breakthrough was approved by relevant health authorities in the EU. The treatment targets severe cases and represents a significant advancement in dermatology science. Researchers believe this could offer substantial hope to millions globally dealing with the condition. Further rollout and accessibility across member states are expected in the coming months.

🔬 BeOne Medicines heads to Morgan Stanley Health Conf.

Global oncology company BeOne Medicines Ltd. announced its participation in the Morgan Stanley Annual Global Healthcare Conference. The event, featuring a fireside chat, is scheduled for September 14, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. EDT. BeOne operates its flagship facility in Hopewell, N.J., focusing on cancer treatments. The company develops novel therapeutics across hematology and solid tumors through internal R&D. Viewers can access the live webcast via the company's investor relations website. 🔬

🔊 Dali drops Basik Sub: bass monster for your setup

Dali has released the Basik Sub, an 8-inch active subwoofer designed to enhance music and movie experiences. It pairs with Kupid and Sonik 1 bookshelf speakers and features an in-house 8-inch down-firing woofer. The sub offers 220W of peak power and is available in five finishes starting in October. This addition provides a matching low-frequency partner for bookshelf speaker owners. The unit is priced at £429 in the UK, $800 in the US, and €500 in Europe. 🔊

📸 India's visual memory from pandemic photos

A book examines how certain news photographs became India's visual memory during the COVID-19 crisis. These powerful images were captured by photographers in places like Delhi and Uttar Pradesh around March 2020. Danish Siddiqui's drone shot from Ghaziabad and Saumya Khandelwal's work were globally seen, showing devastation. The pictures ranged from mass burnings to personal despair, capturing the era's intense reality. These visuals now serve as a haunting record of the pandemic's impact on the nation. 📸

🔬 Diamond Membranes Can Now Make Electricity

Scientists at the University of Hong Kong discovered that ultrathin, flexible diamond membranes can generate electricity when mechanically bent. The research team, led by Professor Zhiqin Chu and Professor Yuan Lin, found a significant piezoelectric effect in polycrystalline diamond membranes. This finding, published in Science Advances, challenges a century-old assumption about diamond being non-piezoelectric. The effect stems from charge polarization at grain boundaries, with the strongest response seen in about five-micrometer-thick membranes. This breakthrough could lead to uses in energy harvesting and advanced wearable electronics. 💎

🚨 Expired Snacks Falsified in Navi Mumbai Raid

An alleged food-tampering racket was busted by the FDA and Navi Mumbai Police in Turbhe TTC Industrial Area. Authorities targeted Sadhana Enterprises, where expired products were being repackaged for both export and domestic sales. The operation between August 24 and 29 resulted in the seizure of 8,442 cartons of altered food products worth around Rs 75.52 lakh. Accused reportedly used inkjet printers and stickers to overwrite original expiry and manufacturing details on items like Lay's and Maggi. The FDA is now tracing links to 10 exporter companies across Mumbai, Noida, and Delhi for further investigation. 🧐

⚡ Vivo T5 5G drops in India with huge battery

Vivo is launching its new T5 5G smartphone in India on September 2nd at 12 PM. This phone features a massive 7,050 mAh battery and a vibrant 144Hz curved AMOLED display. The device is equipped with a 50-megapixel main camera and runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo chipset. It boasts IP68 and IP69 ratings for robust water and dust resistance. More details like pricing will be revealed during the launch event on Flipkart and Vivo Store. 🔋

😠 Haryana Congress protests FIR against Rahul Gandhi

The Haryana Congress protested in Chandigarh against an FIR registered against Rahul Gandhi in Uttarakhand. This happened after a complaint from a Valmiki community member regarding a religious ritual. The FIR was registered in Haldwani on various sections of the BNS and the SC/ST Act, 1989. The protest was led by former CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda, who criticized the action as anti-Dalit. The party demands the withdrawal of the case following Gandhi's criticism of the 'shuddhikaran' ceremony. 😠

🗣️ Parvathy defends past criticism amid new film debate

Parvathy Thiruvothu has once again addressed the controversy surrounding her critique of the film Kasaba. This resurfaced as Geetu Mohandas' new movie, Toxic, faces backlash for its portrayal of women. In July 2016, the Kerala Women's Commission took a suo motu case against Kasaba for certain scenes and dialogues. Parvathy maintained her stance, saying she still believes her initial comments about Kasaba were true. She clarified that Geetu has creative freedom and her views should not dictate her filmmaking. 🎬

🏏 MI likely keeps Jayawardene; Pandya trade chatter quiet

Mahela Jayawardene is expected to remain the head coach for Mumbai Indians in the 2027 IPL season. This decision comes as the franchise is hesitant to implement major changes to its structure. Despite disappointing seasons in 2026, there has been buzz regarding Hardik Pandya's potential trade. However, interest from other franchises and KKR has not led to any concrete movement yet. Management is keen on keeping Pandya but plans for a new captain, possibly Tilak Varma. 🏏