⚠️ India's roads claim 20 lives every hour, says Gadkari

Union Road Transport & Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari warned about India's severe road safety crisis during an event in the national capital. He revealed that India records nearly 5 lakh road accidents annually, leading to 1.8 lakh deaths. Last year, 54,132 people died without wearing helmets, with two-wheeler riders causing 45 per cent of all fatalities. The government is spending Rs 40,000 crore to fix accident-prone 'black spots' across 100 identified districts. Gadkari emphasized that human behavior is the biggest weakness and education is crucial for change. 🛑

🇮🇳 Yogi says flag is India's pride during Tiranga Yatra

UP CM Yogi Adityanath stated that the Tricolour represents India's honor, pride, and glory during the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign. He made the statement in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, on August 10, 2026, while participating in the event. This Tiranga Yatra was a nearly two-and-a-half-kilometre padyatra that began from the Nagar Nigam premises. The campaign, which started in 2022, is aimed at hoisting the flag in five crore homes this year. Adityanath urged people to proudly display the national flag at their residences.

🔬 Scientists used AI to design viruses

Stanford scientists successfully directed an AI model to create a family of simple viruses. This research took place at Stanford University and involved the creation of bacteria-only infecting strains. The study was published in the journal Science, detailing the AI's capability to synthesize these specific biological agents. These viruses could potentially aid in developing treatments against drug-resistant bacteria. However, experts caution about the broader risks of such technology development. 🧪

💰 Bezos eyeing UK soccer stake in Liverpool

Jeff Bezos is reportedly trying to buy at least a 30% stake in the English soccer team Liverpool. This massive move involves him and Eduardo Saverin looking at a £1.35 billion valuation. The deal, if closed, would be his first sports investment, though he previously checked out a US football team. Liverpool is a huge European team, comparable to the Dallas Cowboys in the UK. This aligns with a trend of US billionaires investing in UK football clubs. ⚽

⚽ UEFA drops 'Clear Line' for VAR clarity

UEFA has launched the Clear Line platform to standardize video technology in football. This guide details the cases, procedures, and criteria for when the video assistant referee should intervene, which is currently a highly debated topic. It was developed using eight years of experience and over 100 clear clips. The resource is designed for players, coaches, fans, and journalists, not just officials. Starting from the 2026-2027 season, UEFA will strictly follow this guide to make VAR more precise. ⚽

❤️ Wine Good For Your Heart, Study Says

A recent study has shown that moderate wine consumption can offer benefits for heart health. The research was conducted by scientists at Wine-Searcher, focusing on cardiovascular wellness. The study reported positive findings across various types of red wine consumed in controlled settings. This suggests that the antioxidants in wine play a crucial role in supporting heart function. Further research is anticipated to confirm these initial positive correlations.

📈 US inflation expected to rise in July, says economists

Economists are forecasting that the July Consumer Price Index will rebound after a surprising drop in June. This prediction is based on the FactSet consensus estimates for July, showing a 0.1% increase. Annually, inflation is expected to hit 3.4%, slightly lower than June's 3.5%. Meanwhile, Cleveland Fed president Beth Hammack anticipates multiple interest rate hikes to curb broadening inflation. She cautioned that delaying action makes reaching the 2% inflation goal much harder. 📈

🔭 AI finds rare galaxy lenses using quasars

Scientists discovered seven rare quasar-lensing galaxies using advanced AI techniques. This research was conducted by Everett McArthur at Ohio State by analyzing data from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument. The team screened a catalogue of 800,000 quasar spectra, narrowing it down to seven promising candidates. This method allows researchers to measure the mass of galaxies containing active black holes. Further confirmation of these distant objects will likely require the use of the Hubble Space Telescope. 🔭

🕹️ Steam Deck fits in a custom Game Boy case

Someone successfully crammed the Steam Deck's hardware into a custom Game Boy shell, and the board, battery, speakers, and buttons are all functional. This ambitious project, shown by PhyFawkes on the SteamDeckModded subreddit, transformed the console into the 'SteamBoy'. Currently, the unit needs an external TV connection because the 1200x1080 VR AMOLED screen requires a custom adapter PCB. Cooling is managed by a 3D-printed fan mount and heatsink, keeping temps around 70–80°C during gameplay. The creator hopes to share instructions for others to build this inventive DIY console modification. 🕹️

🧠 Breeding and training rewire dogs' brains for human talk

Selective breeding has noticeably reshaped the brain networks dogs use for processing human communication. Researchers at Harvard University, led by Mélina Cordeau, examined 108 dogs, including 50 males and 58 females, using diffusion MRI tractography. Modern, closely worked breeds showed broad changes in communication networks compared to ancestral dogs. Intensive training created more focused changes in pathways for cue interpretation and response execution. This suggests dog communication reflects both long-term inheritance and individual life experience.

🏥 24 Kolkata Schoolgirls Hospitalized After Illness

Twenty-four schoolgirls were hospitalized after falling ill across the city. This incident occurred in Kolkata, where multiple students exhibited symptoms of illness. Authorities are currently investigating the matter, focusing on potential food and water contamination issues. The health department has initiated checks at various school cafeterias and water sources. Further updates are expected as the probe into the contamination continues. 🏥