sports New signing Yan Diomandé did not train with the Real Madrid squad this Friday. He joined the club after passing his medical last night. He is almost surely going to miss Saturday’s friendly match against Ferencvaros. The player is expected to start this upcoming season but needs time to adapt. The coaching staff might give him minutes next Wednesday against Deportivo La Coruña. ⚽
sports The Men's ODI format reached a massive milestone of 5000 matches on Friday when Scotland plays Canada in Dundee. This format, which started in January 1971, has seen major changes across five blocks of 1000 games. The speed increased significantly, with the latest block having a run rate of 5.29 compared to the first block's 4.35. Scoring rates are much higher now, evidenced by 321 instances of 300-plus totals in the most recent 1000 games. Batting averages have risen to 29.03, and sixes are hit far more frequently than in earlier years.
india Students in Jharkhand have been protesting for two weeks over irregularities in government exams in Ranchi. Unlike the Jantar Mantar protests in Delhi, these youngsters are avoiding political slogans and abusive language. A 'code of conduct' has appeared around the protest site to keep focus on systemic reform. The Hemant Soren government opened a dialogue with the students on Thursday. 🧑🎓
sports The 50-over international format is currently facing an underwhelming phase, even as it remains technically alive. This observation is made while Canada and Scotland participate in a World Cup League 2 game on Friday. Despite the lack of a milestone 5000th ODI this week, the format has seen continuous evolution over five decades. For many fans, the games feel like filler content compared to bigger ICC events. However, the ODI still offers a distinct contrast to the rapidly evolving T20 game. 🏏
world Iran-backed Houthi forces launched at least 12 missile attacks on Yemeni provinces like Hadramout and Marib on Friday. These attacks followed earlier drone and ballistic missile strikes on Saudi-led coalition and Yemeni military sites. On Thursday, at least 30 soldiers were killed, and a separate Houthi attack on southern Saudi Arabia wounded 11 civilians. Intelligence suggests Houthis might launch more attacks, potentially targeting energy infrastructure with IRGC supervision. These escalations mark a major rise in the regional conflict ignited by recent US and Israel actions against Iran.
Researchers successfully used molecular detection to find genes encoding metallo-beta-lactamase in clinical isolates of Acinetobacter baumannii. This study was conducted at a tertiary care center. The research covered a prospective cross-sectional analysis. This type of resistance is a major concern in hospital settings globally. Future work will focus on developing better treatment strategies against these strains.
science A total solar eclipse, planetary alignment, new moon, and Perseid meteor shower are set to coincide on August 12, 2026. This celestial spectacle will begin with a planetary parade in the pre-dawn hours across various regions. The total solar eclipse will sweep across Northern Russia, Greenland, Iceland, northern Spain, and part of Portugal. While a partial eclipse is visible across much of Europe and North America, the event will not be visible in India. Astronomers note this convergence of four rare events on one day is quite uncommon. ✨
business The MEA rejected US Congressman Riley Moore's criticism regarding the proposed FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026. This response was given by the Ministry of External Affairs in India on Thursday. The bill aims to let a government authority manage assets of cancelled NGOs, with details released on August 7, 2026. The amendments seek to strengthen oversight while protecting the religious character of places of worship. Moving forward, the government asserts these changes ensure transparency in foreign-funded entities. 🇮🇳
science Researchers developed a flexible hydrogel film that changes color when food spoils, providing a visible freshness signal. This innovation, from Kyushu University, uses plant pigments embedded in a MOF structure to track pH changes. Tests with pork showed a consistent shift from purple-red to yellow-green as spoilage occurred. The material also self-heals, regaining 99% tensile strength within two hours after being damaged. They are now working on a smartphone app for real-time food quality checks.
sports Travis Head has secured back-to-back Allan Border Medals after edging out Alex Carey by a single vote. Head scored 629 runs in the Ashes, including three centuries, while Carey also posted two Test centuries. The voting period spanned from January 29, 2025, to January 24, 2026, in Brisbane. Head's overall run tally of 971 in 11 Tests was nearly 200 more than Carey's. Next, Australia is heading to Darwin for their series against Bangladesh. 🏏
india An 18-year-old pregnant teenager was allegedly drowned in the Chambal river in Agra's Basauni village. Her father and brother-in-law are accused of honour killing after she was reportedly in a relationship with a minor. The accused initially asked Khushi to jump in, but forced her when she refused. The family later tried to cover it up by fabricating a suicide story. Delhi Police registered the case on July 31 after the father allegedly confessed out of fear of social stigma. 💔
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