🍎 Herbalife champions healthy ageing at IISc conference

Herbalife acted as the Platinum Sponsor at the RISE for Healthy Ageing Conference 2026 held at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc). The event was hosted by the Longevity India Initiative, emphasizing metabolic wellness and science-backed nutrition. The two-day conference gathered global leaders to discuss AI and digital health for personalized care. Herbalife hosted a workshop engaging over 20,000 participants on metabolism and lifestyle changes. This partnership aims to translate longevity science into practical, healthier living solutions. 🍎

😠 Harish Rao says CM is targeting him over scams

BRS Deputy Floor Leader T. Harish Rao accused CM A. Revanth Reddy of personal targeting because he exposes government scams. Rao stated the CM uses false propaganda instead of addressing the allegations of scams. He specifically mentioned land inclusion under Section 22-A and the denial of ₹19,000 crore under Rythu Bharosa for 2024-25 and 2025-26. The BRS leader demanded the public list of lands added to the prohibited list from December 7, 2023. Rao also criticized the Congress government for cutting back several welfare schemes.

🎧 AirPods Max 2 just dropped in price

Apple's AirPods Max 2 are now available for $429 in Starlight and Purple, marking a $120 discount from the original $549 price. These over-ear headphones feature an H2 chip, knit-mesh canopy, and memory foam ear cushions. Noise cancellation is rated up to 1.5 times better than the previous model, and spatial audio tracks the user's head movements. They offer up to 20 hours of battery life while noise cancellation and spatial audio are active. The headphones connect via USB-C to support lossless audio and charge alongside other devices.

🌊 Fluids theory gets a massive upgrade 🌊

The classic Navier-Stokes equations governing fluid flow, developed in the 19th century, have been updated with a modern theory. This breakthrough involved a 20-year effort by physicists to rebuild fluid theory from the ground up. Researchers redefined what a fluid is using fundamental properties called symmetries. They demonstrated that Navier-Stokes equations are actually a consequence of these symmetries. This new understanding allows predictions beyond the limitations of the older models. 🔬

🐘 Oldest One Piece characters ranked by age

The article ranks the oldest characters in the One Piece universe, detailing their ancient lore. Zunesha, the island-sized elephant, tops the list having existed for over a thousand years before the Void Century. Following this is Joy Boy, who was born nine hundred years ago at the start of that era. Imu has occupied the Empty Throne for over eight hundred years, while Jarul is 408 years old. These characters contribute significantly to the deep, unexplored history of the series.

🌟 16-year-old Indian teen sets world CA record

Lakshmanan Meyyappan became the world's youngest Chartered Accountant by achieving the Guinness World Records feat. He is from India and achieved this milestone in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Meyyappan qualified on June 30, 2021, at the age of 16 years and 170 days. His interest in finance grew during the Covid-19 pandemic, and he now works as a Senior Research Analyst. He is currently pursuing an MSc in Finance while also designing watches. 💼

😠 German regulator cracks down on Apple's consent prompts

A German regulator accused Apple of designing data consent pop-ups in a way that favored its native applications. This scrutiny comes after Apple's App Tracking Transparency prompts caused social media apps to lose nearly $10 billion upon iOS 14.5 launch. The Bundeskartellamt noted the current design steers users away from third-party consent but towards Apple's apps. Apple has been given four months to revise the design and language of these prompts. These changes will apply in almost all European Union countries. 📱

🗳️ BJP swaps Surya for Joshi to connect with Gen Z

The BJP appointed Vadodara MP Hemang Joshi as the National President of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha, replacing Lok Sabha MP Tejasvi Surya. This move happened today as political parties target the younger demographic across India. Joshi was elected as the Lok Sabha candidate from Vadodara in April 2024. The central leadership sought a well-educated, controversy-free young leader fitting Joshi's profile. Now, Joshi must strengthen the party's grassroots connection with Gen Z nationwide. 🤝

🌌 First feeding supermassive black holes spotted in Green Pea galaxy

Scientists have successfully identified the first pair of actively feeding supermassive black holes. These cosmic giants were discovered within a specific type of galaxy known as a Green Pea galaxy. The detection was made using observations collected on November 15, 2023. This finding significantly advances our understanding of early galaxy evolution and black hole activity. Future studies will aim to characterize these dual black holes further. 🌌

⚖️ SC slams black money in polls, sets deadlines

The Supreme Court issued directives to curb black money use in elections, noting it compromises democracy’s core essence. This happened on Monday, 17.08.2026, by a bench including Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice Nongmeikapam Kotiswar Singh. The court set a one-year limit for black money investigations, referencing that only 42.9% of 3,87,430 FIRs from 2024 Lok Sabha elections yielded convictions. Cash seizures must now be reported to the DM within 24 hours, and high courts must designate special courts. Furthermore, prosecution withdrawal requires High Court approval during an election cycle. ⚖️

✈️ Bhogapuram airport kicks off with 52 flights

The Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Bhogapuram started commercial operations on Monday. Developed by GMR Visakhapatnam International Airport Limited, it opened as a gateway for North Andhra Pradesh. On the first day, the airport handled 52 air traffic movements across domestic and international routes. This facility is built to be a major logistics hub with a 3,800 metre runway. Dedicated Aero Express e-buses are now running to connect the city to the new airport.