📉 Europe smartphone sales hit 3-year low

European smartphone shipments dropped to their lowest volume since 2023 during Q2 (April – June). Counterpoint Research estimates that 35 million units were shipped across the region. This marks a 10% decrease compared to the same period last year, influenced by inflation and component price hikes. Apple and Samsung dominated the market, each holding a 34% share of total shipments. Analysts predict further shipment declines as inventory runs low and the budget segment struggles. 📉

💔 Sunita Ahuja claims Govinda wanted to marry Komal Rani Swarnkar

Sunita Ahuja revealed that Govinda and actor Komal Rani Swarnkar were allegedly planning to get married. This claim surfaced during a phone call with Rakhi Sawant in Mumbai. Sunita stated she took back her divorce because of these marriage plans. Rakhi Sawant then advised her to secure her financial interests, specifically focusing on Rs 200 crore. Govinda is also set to return to films with Komal Rani Swarnkar in a project called Roopa.

🤔 Director questions audience boycott of Batwara 1947

Director Rajkumar Santoshi is surprised by low box office numbers for his film Batwara 1947, despite positive audience reception. The movie, starring Sunny Deol in a Muslim role, is set in Lahore against the 1947 Partition backdrop. As of its release on August 14, 2026, Santoshi urges viewers to watch it to form their own opinion. He questioned why some might avoid it just because of Sunny Deol's Muslim character, comparing it to a hypothetical Spider-Man. Santoshi stresses that viewers must experience the film before judging it.

🩺 Heart disease links to higher cancer risk in men

A decades-long study found that men with heart disease face a higher risk of developing and dying from cancer. This research, conducted by University of Aberdeen and Keele University, analyzed data from 22,000 Britons over 25 years. The lifetime cancer risk was 17.3% for men with CVD versus 12.8% for women. The main drivers identified for these male cases were smoking, obesity, and excessive alcohol consumption. Future research must improve pathways to prevent cancer development in cardiac patients. 🩺

✈️ Centre blocks Revanth's US trip, UK plans on

The Central government denied Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy permission to travel to the United States for academic meetings. This denial came after the state government sought permission for both the UK and US visits. The visit was meant to bring top global education institutions to Hyderabad as part of the New Education Policy. Despite the US block, Revanth Reddy will proceed with his UK tour, returning from London on August 23. Congress strongly condemned the BJP for politicizing this educational and investment trip. 🧐

👑 Meghan Markle's alleged US political push

New reports suggest Meghan Markle and Prince Harry tried to gain political clout in the US after stepping back from royal duties in 2020. The New York Post claims Markle wanted to be considered for Kamala Harris' vacated Senate seat, meeting with Governor Gavin Newsom in October 2020. Newsom later appointed Alex Padilla to take over the seat in January 2021. Despite these efforts, White House officials reportedly rejected their requests for meetings with Joe Biden and accommodation at Blair House. Ultimately, their attempts to become prominent political figures in the States did not achieve the desired success.

💧 13-year-old builds low-cost water capture system

Thirteen-year-old Aniket Sarkar developed a low-cost system to capture moisture from dry air for farming. This project was created with farmers in the dry regions of the American Midwest and West in mind. The prototype was developed using ordinary materials and was presented at the 3M Young Scientist Challenge. This invention addresses water scarcity by drawing moisture directly from the air, bypassing traditional sources. Aniket plans to continue evolving this early-stage concept into advanced environmental technology.

😠 Punjab Bandh today over Sikh prisoner release

A bandh has been called across Punjab today due to demands for the release of Sikh prisoners. This protest is taking place across the state of Punjab, affecting multiple regions. The bandh was announced with an expected impact on schools and highways. The demonstration is part of ongoing political pressure for judicial action on the prisoners. Authorities are bracing for potential traffic disruptions throughout the day. 😠

😠 AAP slams Centre over sugar price hike

The Aam Aadmi Party targeted the Central Government regarding the sharp increase in sugar prices nationwide. AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal made these remarks from Japanese Park in New Delhi on Thursday, August 20, 2026. He stated that sugar prices rose by ₹20 per kg in just 17 days, from ₹46 to ₹65. Kejriwal claimed that diverting sugarcane to ethanol production caused this severe shortage and price jump. He warned that this move is causing both vehicle damage and higher sugar costs for citizens. 😠

🏏 Arjun Tendulkar sticking with Goa domestic cricket

Arjun Tendulkar will continue playing for Goa in domestic cricket despite recent speculations about his future. The 26-year-old left-arm pacer, who played for Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026, recently missed Goa's tour of Oman. He has been a regular for Goa, taking 50 First Class wickets and scoring a century in the Ranji Trophy. Sachin Tendulkar praised his son's patience and hard work after his IPL debut performance. Arjun has also featured for Mumbai Indians and has a history with the team since moving from Mumbai to Goa in 2022-23.

🩺 Sudden bald patch? 8 possible reasons revealed 🧐

Sudden hair loss should not be ignored, as it can signal a physiological malfunction in the body. Dermatologist Dr Amulya Ramamurthy advises that this could be due to conditions like Alopecia areata or a fungal infection. Causes range from severe stress or nutritional deficiencies to hormonal changes or certain medications. He strongly cautions against trying home remedies and emphasizes seeking prompt medical attention. A clinical evaluation and blood tests are necessary to determine the exact cause of the patch.