🔥 Guimaraes move could make Arsenal unstoppable 🚀

Arsenal is reportedly targeting Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes for a £75m transfer, potentially creating a world-class midfield. The 28-year-old Brazilian has proven to be highly impactful, contributing 15 goals in the Premier League last season for Newcastle. His performance boosted Newcastle's points per game ratio significantly when he was on the pitch. This acquisition, alongside Vinicius Jr, aligns with Mikel Arteta's ambition to elevate the squad further. The Gunners are expected to finalize moves in the coming weeks to solidify their dominance.

😠 Zuckerberg must apologize over Modi video glitch

Parliament's IT panel demanded Mark Zuckerberg apologize within three days after Facebook briefly took down a video from PM Narendra Modi. The panel, led by Nishikant Dubey, stated that intermediary liability was being misused by the platform. This followed the video's temporary removal on July 28, 2023, which users noted lasted for about five hours. If he doesn't apologize, the 'safe harbour' protection for Meta platforms could be revoked. Future discussions will also cover AI content and child safety on the platform. 😠

😠 Parliament chaos as bills pass amidst protests

The Lok Sabha passed the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026, while Opposition MPs protested police action during the July 20 demonstration. Rajya Sabha saw an INDIA bloc walkout over the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026. Shashi Tharoor criticized the Centre's inaction on same-sex couples' rights after two years. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju contacted Rahul Gandhi to ease the deadlock in Lok Sabha. The houses were adjourned due to ongoing sloganeering and demands for Home Minister Amit Shah's presence. 😠

💰 Gold hits Rs 1.46 lakh on global uncertainty

Gold futures climbed for the second consecutive session, reaching Rs 1,46,464 per 10 grams on the MCX. This rally was fueled by geopolitical uncertainties and a weaker US dollar amid safe-haven buying. The RBI kept its repo rate steady at 5.25% for the fourth straight meeting. International Comex gold futures also rose to USD 4,226.50 per ounce. Investors are now watching US macroeconomic data for the next big move. 📈

🚨 Meta gets ultimatum over PM Modi video removal

A parliamentary standing committee issued a three-day ultimatum to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg regarding the removal of PM Narendra Modi's video. The committee, led by Nishikant Dubey from the BJP, demanded an apology after the erroneous blocking of the PM's July 23 video message. The demand also included concerns over CSAM on Instagram and lifting Google India's safe harbour due to cyber fraud cases. Failure to apologize could lead to the revocation of Meta's legal immunity under the IT Act. The committee's actions follow a hearing where opposition MPs challenged political influence on content moderation. 📱

🎧 CMF launches Clip Pro open-ear earbuds affordably

CMF's budget brand has dropped the Clip Pro, its first clip-style open-ear earbuds, for everyday listening. They are available from CMF in the US, UK, and Japan starting August 15, with a $79 preorder price. The earbuds offer 10 hours of playback and support Hi-Res Audio via codecs like LDAC. Key features include four HD microphones for clear calls and a Smart Dial on the case. CMF confirmed these earbuds will not be released in India. 🎧

🏏 Yorkshire vs Derbyshire clash on Aug 7, 2026

Yorkshire is set to take on Derbyshire in the Group B match of the England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 on August 7 at North Marine Road Ground, Scarborough. Yorkshire currently holds second place in Group B, while Derbyshire sits in fifth position in the standings. The match is part of the ODI format, with Yorkshire being favoured to win this contest. Yorkshire has shown strong form this season, with William Luxton scoring 344 runs in five matches. Both teams are aiming to maintain their momentum in the ongoing domestic tournament. 🏏

🏛️ Kerala CM claims old govt handled corruption probe

CM V.D. Satheesan stated that all VACB findings exonerating him in the Punarjani case happened under the previous LDF government. He mentioned the allegations involved foreign funds for flood victims in Paravur, Ernakulam, around 2019. The UDF government dropped the charges on July 30, citing political motivation from the LDF. Satheesan claimed the LDF hid a report proving the corruption charges were false for election purposes. Subsequent VACB inquiries, including one on September 7, 2024, found no evidence to support the allegations. 🏛️

🩺 Fatty Liver: India's New Top Liver Threat

Fatty liver disease is now India's fastest-growing liver health problem, surpassing viral hepatitis, according to AIIMS experts in New Delhi. This condition is increasingly linked to obesity, diabetes, and poor lifestyles rather than just viral infections. AIIMS specialists estimate that nearly one in three Indians currently has fatty liver disease, affecting about 35% of children. Untreated, this can lead to serious issues like cirrhosis and liver cancer. Authorities are calling for better awareness and screening to manage this rising health burden. 😟

🏠 RBI holds repo rate steady, housing market gets a lift 🏠

The Reserve Bank of India decided to maintain the benchmark repo rate at 5.25% on Wednesday. This decision was announced by the central bank, guided by uncertainties like the southwest monsoon and geopolitics. Industry leaders believe this stability will support buyer confidence and housing demand ahead of the festive season. Experts anticipate this continuity will sustain healthy residential sales momentum through the second half of 2026. Furthermore, the rate stability is expected to boost construction activity and related MSMEs.

😠 Maharashtra bans fake paneer substitutes for one year

Maharashtra has imposed a one-year ban on the production and sale of analogue paneer products across the state. This ban was issued by Maharashtra Food Safety Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe under the Food Safety and Standards Act 2006. Violators face up to six months in jail and a ₹1 lakh fine for manufacturing or selling the items. Furthermore, selling it as genuine paneer is an unfair trade practice, and unsafe food leading to death can result in life imprisonment. Authorities are ensuring strict action against those engaged in this deceptive practice. 😠