✨ Double Star Zeta Coronae Borealis tonight ✨

A double star system, Zeta Coronae Borealis, is visible high in the western sky this evening. This target is located in northwestern Corona Borealis, just northeast of Delta Boötis. The components are 5th-magnitude Zeta and a brighter companion of magnitude 5.0, with the system potentially holding four stars. It is perfect for viewing with a small telescope for amateur astronomers. Sky watchers should look for it while the Moon is in a waxing gibbous phase. 🔭

👓 XREAL Aura AR Glasses Hit 10k Pre-Orders for Fall 2026

The XREAL Aura AR glasses have secured over 10,000 deposits ahead of their fall 2026 release. These sleek glasses feature Sony micro OLED panels with 1920x1200 resolution per eye and a 120Hz refresh rate. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon Reality Elite platform, they weigh under 95 grams and cost under $1,500. The device integrates 6DOF motion tracking, hand-tracking, and Gemini AI for intuitive spatial computing. Users will experience immersive AR via Android XR, supporting Google Play apps. 👓

📚 Lagos dating life: a chaotic romance saga

Damilare Kuku's book, Nearly All the Men in Lagos Are Mad, portrays Lagos as a chaotic city full of hustling individuals. The collection features 12 stories detailing cisgender women's experiences in various heterosexual relationships across different classes. Men depicted range from cheating pastors to emotionally unavailable types, often leading to complicated situations. The narratives explore themes of deceit, power dynamics, and survival in this intense urban environment. Ultimately, the book suggests that navigating relationships in Lagos requires extreme caution and strategic maneuvering.

🤒 Delhi faces H1N1 swine flu surge

Delhi is currently experiencing a spike in H1N1, commonly known as swine flu, leading to a health advisory. This outbreak is affecting residents across Delhi, prompting public health concern. As of the last update, 1,777 cases of the influenza strain have been reported. While most people recover with care, certain groups face a higher risk of complications from this flu. Authorities are advising residents to take necessary precautions against the rising infection rates.

🏏 Mackay Test: Shortest in Balls Bowled

The Mackay Test match concluded after only 750 balls, making it one of the shortest in Australian history. This game featured Australia versus Bangladesh at the venue during the 2026 season. It ranks as the fourth shortest completed Test in terms of balls bowled across all time. Bangladesh scored 64 and 95, which is the fourth time a team has been bowled for under 100 in both innings since 1960. Future matches will continue to test the endurance of the cricket pitches. 🏏

⛽ Centre pushes states for faster gas switch 💨

The Petroleum Ministry has urged States and Union Territories to speed up the shift from LPG to piped natural gas (PNG). This push requires district-level officers to coordinate with gas distributors and oil marketing companies across the regions. The Ministry aims to prevent households from keeping both connections, especially since PNG is cleaner and more efficient. This initiative follows supply chain disruptions during the West Asia crisis earlier this year. States must nominate nodal officers to help accelerate PNG adoption within the set timelines.

🎬 Kareena Kapoor addresses pregnancy rumours over gym video

Kareena Kapoor made a light-hearted response after a paparazzo apologized regarding a viral gym video. She was seen in Mumbai on August 22, a day after the video circulated online. The clip from August 21 showed her leaving a gym, sparking rumours of a third child with Saif Ali Khan. Her sister-in-law, Saba Pataudi, previously dismissed the speculation as bad angles. Kareena is currently prepping for the film 'Daayra', set to release on September 18.

🚨 BJP says police have free rein against gangsters in WB

West Bengal Panchayat Minister Dilip Ghosh stated that the BJP government has empowered the police to act against gangsters in the state. Speaking at an event, the Kharagpur MLA claimed that the 'threat culture' is now over in West Bengal. He emphasized that the BJP government has given the police a free hand against mafia and gangsters. Ghosh also mentioned that police encounters will be the last resort for grave crimes. This assertion was made on Sunday, August 23, 2026.

🏏 Shubman Gill joins Test elite with 3000 runs

Shubman Gill reached the 3,000-run milestone in Test cricket on Sunday. This achievement occurred during the second Test against Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo. Gill, aged 26 years and 349 days, surpassed Kapil Dev's age record for this feat. He now joins an elite group including Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag. The player successfully reached the mark after a cautious start to the match. 🏏

🛑 Oman halts work permits for expats over 60

Oman has stopped issuing and renewing work permits for expatriate workers aged 60 and above. This change impacts various foreign workers across the private sector in Muscat. The policy reverses a rule from January 2022 that allowed older employees to stay. Labour Minister Dr Mahad bin Said Ba’owain stated the shift is meant to boost employer flexibility with experienced staff. Now, employers face rejections when applying for permits for these older workers. 😟

💥 Russian retailer Ozon warehouse hit by drone attack

An Ozon online retailer warehouse in the Orenburg region was struck by a drone attack. The governor confirmed the incident, detailing the damage sustained at the facility. The attack occurred on an unspecified date, targeting the commercial storage area. This incident highlights ongoing military activity in the region. Authorities are currently assessing the full impact of the drone strike. 😟