🔮 Delhi astrologer's Rs 2.5 crore yearly hustle

An X user claimed a Delhi astrologer charges Rs 25,000 annually for three 30-minute sessions. Neetu Khandelwal shared this after a relative enrolled, noting nearly 1,000 clients are associated with the service. If all 1,000 pay the full fee, the astrologer reportedly earns Rs 2.5 crore per year. This revenue model sparked discussions on the economics of personal advice services. The demand for astrology remains high in Indian society for various life decisions.

⌚ Apple Watch 12 & Ultra 4 getting major health upgrades

Apple is reportedly prepping new health features for the Apple Watch, including always-on heart-rate tracking. These upgrades are expected to land on the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 models. The company is also revamping the Fitness and Health app to resemble Whoop and Oura's metrics. Furthermore, Apple is planning a larger design overhaul with the Series 13 or Series 14. They are still developing blood sugar detection, aiming for a 2030 release. ⌚

🌳 Thousands protest park land sale in Bengaluru

Thousands protested against amendments to park laws and a tunnel road project at Lalbagh on Sunday. The protest was led by A.N. Yellappa Reddy, alongside RWAs and city BJP MPs in Bengaluru. The Karnataka Government Parks (Preservation) (Amendment) Bill, 2026, allows alienating 5% of park land for the tunnel road. Activists demanded the state government immediately scrap the recent amendment and the tunnel project plans. The movement will continue across city parks until the government drops the bill. 🌳

🐅 Tiger attack raises alert in Eluru district

A tiger attacked cattle in the early hours of Sunday near the Devaragondi tribal habitation. Forest teams tracked the animal's movement near Udatapalli village in the Papikonda forests. This incident occurred in Eluru district, close to the Polavaram project area. Officials warned villagers against entering forests after dark or leaving cattle sheds unlit. Forest authorities are currently tracking the tiger's movements with efforts to trap it safely.

🌊 Nepal flash flood speed hits 300 kmph

A massive flash flood recently swept through Battar, Nepal, causing many people to go missing. Mountaineers suggest a large glacial event, around a kilometer in size, broke off near 5,000 meters. Researchers reported the water mass was moving at an alarming 300 km per hour as it traveled down steep terrain. Three lakes have formed, and experts warn that any rockfall could trigger a second deluge. Authorities are urging residents to move to high ground while awaiting further action.

🏘️ Hyderabad Property Show 2026 sees massive crowd

The CREDAI Hyderabad Property Show 2026 wrapped up on Sunday, concluding with a strong showing of buyer engagement. The three-day property exhibition took place in Hyderabad, gathering nearly 36,000 visitors. This event brought various residential and commercial projects, developers, and financial institutions together for homebuyers. Discussions also covered Hyderabad’s real estate evolution, new growth corridors, and shifting buyer demands. CREDAI Hyderabad president N. Jaideep Reddy noted the city is moving towards a long-term wealth-creation hub.

🤖 Nothing OS 5.0 lands on Android 17 with big AI push

Nothing has detailed its next software update, confirming Nothing OS 5.0 is built on Android 17. This update is rolling out across various devices starting with the Phone (3) on August 26th, 2026. The release introduces features like an adaptive color engine and MCP support in Essential Space. Furthermore, Essential Apps Builder allows users to create tools without coding, while Android 17 adds split notification panels. The full rollout for all phones is staggered until mid-January 2027. 🤖

🍺 Beer heist in California worth ₹66.76 lakh

A shipment of 17,964 liters of Pabst Blue Ribbon beer went missing from California in what police are investigating. The stolen goods are valued at ₹66.76 lakh, and the theft might be part of larger cargo thefts from August. Pabst Brewing Company confirmed the theft and offered a reward for any information leading to its recovery. The brand clarified that the incident was not a marketing stunt, urging anyone with leads to come forward. Authorities are also probing two other related cargo thefts reported on August 17th.

💰 Bing Crosby's old Nevada ranch sells for $14.2M

A 3,000-acre cattle ranch in Elko County, Nevada, formerly owned by Bing Crosby, recently sold off-market for $14.2 million. This property, capable of supporting 600 cattle, was originally listed in 2019 for $7.28 million. The surge in price reflects high demand for well-watered Western ranches and land assets. The sale underscores a trend of investors moving capital into tangible rural properties. New owners gain both a productive operation and a piece of Hollywood history. 🤠

🌊 Maine students rebuilding damaged beach dunes

Beach dunes in Biddeford Pool, Maine, are being restored using dune grass following severe storms in 2024. University of New England students and local volunteers planted 20,000 stalks across about 20,000 square feet in March 2026. The 2024 storms caused an estimated $90 million in damage across the Maine coast. This effort is part of ongoing studies to understand how coastal ecosystems change over time. Future work will involve monitoring wind and wave data to ensure the dunes grow taller. 🌊

🍎 7 foods to cut for weight loss, says nutritionist

Nutritionist Sudiksha, who lost weight from 89 kg to 75 kg, shared seven foods to limit for effective fat loss. These foods include sugary drinks, white bread, chips, fast food, ice cream, alcohol, and processed meats. She advised swapping these for options like lemon water, whole wheat bread, roasted makhana, and grilled chicken. Sudiksha stressed that calorie deficit and consistency are key, not just cutting individual items. Making sustainable changes to daily eating habits is the main goal for fat loss.