🧑‍🚀 How humans learned to work in space

Nasa astronaut Anil Menon participated in a spacewalk on Aug 6 to prepare the ISS for a solar array roll-out. This EVA took part in a skill evolution spanning over six decades of rigorous learning. Early attempts, like Alexei Leonov's in 1965, were near-disasters that proved survival was possible. Training involved extensive underwater rehearsals, turning it into choreographed engineering work. Despite this, space remains challenging due to suit mechanics and disorientation. 🧑‍🚀

🚨 IT ministry pushes Meta to curb deepfakes

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has mandated Meta to revamp its algorithms and provide a compliance roadmap against deepfakes. This directive came after discussions between MeitY officials and Meta regarding the spread of manipulated content online. The government specifically asked for stronger content moderation and faster action on takedown requests. Furthermore, MeitY pushed for algorithmic changes to limit the amplification of propaganda and misleading posts. Both sides agreed to continue dialogues, with another meeting scheduled for next week. 🧐

✊ Student protest heats up, ABVP workers detained

Student protests intensified on Saturday as ABVP members marched towards Chief Minister Hemant Soren’s residence in Ranchi. The demonstration, organized by the JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch, began on July 25 at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium in Ranchi. Five ABVP protesters were detained by police near Ranchi University Road along Morabadi Road during the march. Protesters claimed their demands were ignored despite a 15-day sit-in, forcing them to march. The government has held separate meetings with groups, but no breakthrough has been reached yet.

🏛️ Rijiju slams Congress for ignoring its mistakes

Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju criticized the Congress party for failing to acknowledge its own shortcomings. He drew a parallel between the current Congress and former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, noting her bluntness during the Emergency. Rijiju's comments followed Rahul Gandhi's pushback on linking the Women's Reservation Bill implementation to delimitation. The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023, which grants 33% reservation, has not been implemented for three years. The opposition insists the reservation should be delinked from the delimitation exercise. 🏛️

🛂 H-1B visa workers face major changes with new US rule

A proposed US government rule could eliminate the 60-day grace period for H-1B visa holders after job loss. This rule currently under review by the OMB affects several temporary worker categories in the US. If approved, workers might have to leave immediately and cannot change status or jobs without USCIS approval. The current 60-day grace period, active since early 2017, allows job searching. The proposal is awaiting federal review before a public comment period. 😟

🚨 Probe ordered into temple donation thefts in Mumbai

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis has ordered a detailed probe into alleged donation irregularities at Mumbai's Siddhivinayak temple. This directive was issued after Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray raised concerns about embezzlement. Thackeray alleged that Rs 18 crore worth of donations were being stolen annually. Nine temple employees were arrested in March concerning these allegations. The inquiry will examine the temple’s financial records spanning the last five years.

💧 AI data centers and their water footprint

AI data centers are sparking protests nationwide due to their significant water consumption for server cooling. Communities like Fayetteville, Georgia, saw a data center pull 30 million gallons, while Google's in The Dalles, Oregon, used 550 million gallons in 2025. Experts note a trade-off between water use and energy efficiency, depending on the local context. Hyperscale AI centers, using up to 5,000,000 gallons daily, pose unique challenges compared to smaller facilities. Strategic planning using non-potable water and load shifting is advised to manage these impacts.

🧠 Wordle Review #1,877 Drops

The New York Times has released its latest Wordle review, which is designated as number 1,877. This specific review covers the daily word puzzle challenges. The current round features new vocabulary and word patterns for solvers. It continues the tradition of daily word puzzle engagement for millions of users. Players are encouraged to check out the new word and see if they can solve it.

❤️ Sneaky Cholesterol Threatening Heart Health

A routine lipid panel blood test checks key cholesterol levels for adults. This test monitors total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides in healthy individuals. It is generally recommended every four to six years, or more often for those with heart disease or diabetes. High levels of LDL combined with triglycerides pose a real threat to heart health. Regular screenings are essential for monitoring these vital fat profiles.

🏏 MI London vs Trent Rockets: Match 25 showdown 🏏

Match 25 of The Hundred Women's 2026 is set for Saturday, August 08, at the Kennington Oval in London. MI London Women will face Trent Rockets Women in this highly anticipated fixture. Rockets currently top the table with five wins in six games, while MIL W has six points from six matches. The pitch is expected to offer good bounce, favoring batters and offering assistance to bowlers. Sophia Dunkley and Ashleigh Gardner are predicted to be top performers in the game.

😠 Activist demands removal of 'rude' cop from home security

Cockroach Janta Party convenor Abhijeet Dipke confronted a PSI deployed at his home in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. He accused the officer of being rude and trying to restrict visitors entering his residence in the Waluj MIDC area. This incident was captured in videos that went viral on Friday, August 7, 2026. Dipke demanded the PSI's removal, stating he did not want the officer in his house. He also alleged that state CID personnel were operating near his residence and reporting in a WhatsApp group named ‘Hit Spray’.