tech Huawei is preparing to release a new non-folding smartphone following the success of its Pura X model. This device will feature a 16:10 screen aspect ratio and is rumored to launch in September. Specs include a Kirin 9-series chipset and a massive 7,000 mAh battery. The phone is expected to sport a 50MP main camera and a 50MP periscope telephoto camera. This early launch moves it up from its initial October to December window. 📱
world The Bombay High Court granted protection from arrest to Kamakhya Prasad Das, a former TISS student, on Friday, August 14, 2026. He was booked by Mumbai Police in October 2025 for raising slogans demanding the release of Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam. Justice Prafulla Khubalkar agreed to hear his anticipatory bail plea on August 31, providing interim protection until then. This order came after a lower court denied him bail, citing the UAPA charges against the activists. The case, Kamakhiya Prasad Das v/s State of Maharashtra, will proceed for a full hearing later this month.
world An Air India pilot reportedly tested positive for cannabis after an incident on 4 August where the Airbus A320 lost altitude near Delhi. Both pilots were screened, and the captain's initial test needed confirmation, leading to media reports about a positive result. Currently, there is no official link between the alleged drug test and the aircraft's sudden plunge. Studies suggest cannabis can interfere with fine motor skills and attention, but tests don't pinpoint exact impairment times. Experts note that a positive test only shows presence, not necessarily impairment at the time of the flight. 😟
health Cholesterol is essential for body functions but imbalances pose health risks, especially with rising LDL. According to ICMR, 87.3% of Indian adults showed lipid profile abnormalities. LDL is 'bad' as it hardens arteries, while HDL acts as a cleaner removing excess cholesterol. Lifestyle changes and diet are key, though statins might be prescribed by a doctor. 🩺
business Christopher Nolan's epic, The Odyssey, had a strong opening day in China, surpassing Jurassic World: Dominion. The film collected $15.9 million on its Friday opening day, making it the 9th biggest opening for Hollywood post-COVID. This success is notable as it's the biggest opening for any Nolan film in China. The Odyssey is projected to earn between $35 million and $45 million over its opening weekend. The movie was widely released on July 17 and has already crossed the $1 billion worldwide mark. 🚀
entertainment The final chapter of the Wanda+Vision trilogy, VisionQuest, is set to premiere this year on Disney+. Paul Bettany reprises his role as Vision, who is now dealing with the return of James Spader's Ultron. This new series is the 18th MCU TV show and part of Phase Six, focusing on White Vision’s mind. The trailer showed Ultron trying to take over Vision's head while a real-world threat unfolds. The show reportedly has eight episodes and will debut on October 14.
business Christopher Nolan's R-rated epic, The Odyssey, has successfully surpassed Frozen 2's domestic box office total in North America. The film achieved this milestone by earning $4.4 million on its 4th Thursday, setting a record for R-rated films. As of now, The Odyssey has reached a domestic cume of $481.5 million, beating Frozen II's $477.4 million lifetime haul. This success places The Odyssey as the #26 all-time highest-grossing film domestically. It is projected to earn between $580 million and $600 million in its domestic run this weekend. 🎬
business Vishwanath And Sons is showing strong momentum after its release in North America. The film registered the 2nd-highest premieres for Suriya across the US and Canada regions. Pre-sales alone brought in $170K, with the total premiere grossing $305K. The Telugu-dubbed version was the biggest earner, contributing $215K to the total. The film is expected to close Day 1 with an opening-day collection of around $655K. 🎬
business The film DC, starring Lokesh Kanagaraj, has charted as the 7th highest-grossing Tamil film of 2026. The movie was released in India and has achieved a net collection of 44.76 crore after eight days. Despite losing over 2,500 shows on the second Friday due to other releases, it still earned 2.86 crore on day 8. This performance surpasses LIK: Love Insurance Kompany’s lifetime collection of 43.07 crore. DC is expected to soon challenge Parasakthi and Youth for a higher ranking.
entertainment Spider-Man: Brand New Day has become the first Hollywood film to reach 450 crore net in India. The film, starring Tom Holland and Zendaya, achieved this success in the Indian market. As of Day 16, the movie earned a total of 451.68 crore net collections. Although it faced competition from Awarapan 2 and Batwara 1947, the film still scored well. The movie now needs 48.32 crore more to reach the 500 crore milestone.
business The Tuesday AGM of Tata Sons is uncertain because the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust (SDTT) flagged a lack of quorum. This issue affects Tata Sons, the holding company of India’s major conglomerate. The trusts hold 51.54% of Tata Sons, with SDTT holding about 28% and SRTT holding around 23.5%. The Maharashtra Charity Commissioner has not lifted curbs on SRTT, which is complicating the situation. Officials noted N Chandrasekaran could remain a director until a valid AGM is held. 😟
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