🩺 Endo women face higher diabetes risk, study finds

A new study suggests women with endometriosis face a 46% higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to those without the condition. Researchers from George Mason University followed nearly three million women in the Utah Population Database between 1996 and 2021. The findings indicate that diabetes risk varies across different forms of endometriosis, which has broader health implications. Chronic inflammation in the condition might be leading to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. These results could help clinicians identify high-risk women for earlier screening efforts. 🩺

🏏 ICC CEO says random bilateral series must end

ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta stated that the era of randomly scheduled bilateral series needs to conclude for the sport's sustainability. He made these comments while the ICC unveiled a new format for the World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Gupta emphasized that ODIs can thrive if focus remains on context, culture, competition, and competitiveness. He stressed that growth must be the primary ambition, even while acknowledging T20 as the main growth tool. The ICC will continue investing in marquee events while pushing for optimal Test cricket scheduling.

📉 Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles profit drops 80%

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles has experienced a massive profit plunge of 80%. This dip was recorded at the company's financial reporting. The decline relates to ongoing challenges within Jaguar Land Rover (JLR). The segment is facing headwinds due to various operational and market pressures. The company will now focus on stabilizing its performance moving forward. 📉

📜 Old Tamil magazines pushed for women's reproductive freedom

Recently, Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker JCD Prabhakar spoke against abortion at a march in Chennai. Interestingly, nearly a century ago, Dravidian magazines advocated for women’s reproductive freedom. Kudi Arasu argued for birth control in 1930, emphasizing women's independence over other concerns. The publications often distinguished between preventing conception and terminating a pregnancy. These discussions challenged social norms regarding marriage and female roles in society.

🚗 Front vs dual dashcam: what’s the real deal? 📸

A front dashcam only records the road ahead, whereas a dual setup adds essential rear coverage for extra protection. This difference impacts coverage, cost, and installation complexity for drivers. While a front cam is simple and budget-friendly for basic road recording, dual setups offer more comprehensive incident capture. For instance, VIOFO's A229 Pro 2CH supports 4K front and 2K rear recording. Ultimately, choosing depends on whether basic protection or full situational awareness is the priority.

🩺 Pixel Watch 5 Saves Life with Oxygen Alert

Google's Pixel Watch 5 demonstrated a critical safety feature by detecting a severe drop in the user's oxygen levels. This happened when the watch identified the dangerous physiological change on a test subject. The device is programmed to automatically initiate an emergency call when such a severe oxygen drop is sensed. This AI-powered feature is designed to provide instant assistance in critical health moments. Google is pushing this capability forward to enhance wearable device safety. 🩺

🔭 Black hole star might explain early universe dots

A new space object called a 'black hole star' was spotted using the James Webb Space Telescope. This object, named MoM-BH-1, was found by a US-led team of astronomers. It was observed to exist around 660 million years after the Big Bang. Researchers believe this star's black hole-powered energy source explains the 'little red dots' mystery. The findings suggest hydrogen gas, not dust, is affecting its light. 🔭

🚗 New VinFast electric SUV spotted in India

VinFast is testing the second-generation of its B Segment EV, the VF 5, in India. The spy shots were captured by Manas Y M near Mahalakshmi Metro Station in Bengaluru, Karnataka. This sub-4m SUV measures 3,967 mm in length and is part of VinFast's plan to have 5 EVs in India by the end of 2026. The redesigned model features a sleeker look and a flatter dashboard compared to the current version. VinFast aims to launch this model in the market by the end of 2026.

🏏 Smith almost walked off after DRS flatline

Steven Smith thought he edged a ball against Ebadot Hossain during the first day in Darwin. Smith, batting for Australia, was on the field when the DRS showed a flat line in the 21st over. This event happened during a session where Australia scored 71 runs. The technology saved him, as he was ready to walk off if given out. He later became Hasan Mahmud's fifth wicket as Australia folded for 198. 🏏

🏏 Smith survived DRS call in Darwin

Steven Smith thought he edged a ball against Ebadot Hossain during the first day in Darwin, prompting a DRS review. The umpire initially signaled a potential dismissal, causing Smith to consider walking off the field. However, the replay showed a flat line, meaning he survived the call. This allowed him to contribute to Australia's only substantial score of 71 in the match. Smith remained vital for the Australian batting order despite the uncertainty. 🏏

🏏 Hasan Mahmud shines as Bangladesh takes Day 1 lead

Bangladesh's bowlers dominated the first day of the Darwin Test against Australia. Hasan Mahmud took a career-best haul of 6 wickets for 55 runs in the match. The hosts were bowled out for 198, and Bangladesh reached 96-1 by stumps on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026. This performance significantly reduced the first-innings deficit for the visiting side. The series kick-off is part of a 12-month schedule featuring 20 Tests for Australia.