💡 Infineon acquires AI chip specialist C2i

Infineon has completed the acquisition of C2i Semiconductors, a Bangalore-based firm. C2i specializes in software-defined multiphase controllers and smart power stages for AI data centers. The deal aims to accelerate the development of software-defined power architectures globally. These solutions optimize power conversion to meet the dynamic demands of powerful AI processors. The integration will help data center operators boost efficiency and manage higher power densities. 💡

🧑‍🚀 French astronaut Sophie Adenot walks in space

Astronaut Sophie Adenot achieved a major milestone by becoming the first French woman to walk in space on August 18th, 2026. She performed the extravehicular activity alongside NASA astronaut Anil Menon outside the International Space Station (ISS) in US Spacewalk 97. This spacewalk lasted for 6 hours and 23 minutes to repair and upgrade the station's communication gear. Adenot brings a background of test piloting and engineering degrees before joining the European Space Agency (ESA). The remaining antenna swap task will be completed during a future mission. 🚀

🏏 Naveen-ul-Haq back for Afghanistan T20Is

Naveen-ul-Haq is set to return to the Afghanistan national team after an injury layoff. He was sidelined for over eight months due to a stress fracture in his right shoulder. Afghanistan will host India for a three-match T20I series in Delhi starting on September 13. Ibrahim Zadran has taken over as the T20I captain following the T20 World Cup. This series marks Afghanistan's first T20I outing since the T20 World Cup concluded in March. 🏏

🚨 CJP marches against government betrayal

The Cockroach Janta Party announced a youth protest march set for September 5th. This demonstration will move from India Gate to the New Delhi Police Headquarters in Delhi. The protest is reacting to the Centre allegedly failing to honor commitments made on July 25th. The march will be led by families of NEET students who died and victims of July 20th police brutality. CJP warns they will not accept this betrayal from the government. 😠

🗳️ BJP asks for more time for voter roll revisions

The BJP has requested the Andhra Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer to push back the deadline for filing claims and objections under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. BJP State general secretaries Nagothu Ramesh Naidu and Sannareddy Dayakar Reddy submitted this representation on Monday. The current deadline is set to expire, but they are asking for an extension until September 10, 2026. This extra time is needed so voters can properly verify details and submit necessary documents during the large-scale SIR exercise. Extending the deadline will ensure comprehensive and accurate electoral rolls for all eligible citizens. 🗳️

🐊 CT Scanning a Massive Crocodile

Scientists explored techniques for performing a CT scan on a very large crocodile. This complex procedure involved specialized equipment and expertise at a research facility. The crocodile weighed approximately 400 pounds, and the imaging was conducted over several weeks. The study aimed to better understand the internal anatomy and health of such large reptiles. Future research will focus on improving non-invasive imaging methods for megafauna. 🐊

🧠 New ways to fight Huntington's disease protein

Researchers explored novel methods to reduce the huntingtin protein implicated in Huntington disease. The study involved scientists from the University of Washington and University College London using a specially engineered mouse model. They compared two approaches using antisense oligonucleotides on mice with over 100 CAG repeats as of September 2023. Selective targeting of the toxic HTT1a fragment showed better results than lowering all huntingtin. This suggests future therapies might need to focus on specific harmful protein forms.

🐊 Car-sized croc ruled South American ecosystems

A massive crocodile relative named Purussaurus neivensis once dominated South America's ecosystems during the Miocene. This ancient crocodyliform, found in the La Tatacoa Desert of Colombia, reached 7 meters and weighed 1,800 kilograms. Researchers analyzed fossil remains between 10.5 and 16 million years old to understand its predatory life. P. neivensis preyed on large ungulates, which were robust, plant-eating mammals of that era. This study highlights the immense power of ancient crocodilians in prehistoric times. 🐊

🏥 Bengaluru hospital's music night sparks online heat

A musical night hosted at a Bengaluru hospital by Superhealth drew significant online backlash. Superhealth founder Varun Dubey defended the event, stating it aimed to counter the perception of hospitals as morose places. The event took place on Saturday night, with the guest list carefully curated for distraction. Dubey assured that inpatient areas were completely isolated, with zero sound reaching patients. He plans to continue pushing the belief that hospitals can be warm and inviting. 🎶

🔬 TOFA: New fat burner without diet restrictions

Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, discovered TOFA, a compound that helps obese mice burn more energy. This molecule, 5-tetradecyloxy-2-furoic acid, boosted fat loss while keeping lean muscle mass intact in the mice. The study, published in Science Advances, shows TOFA targets increased energy expenditure, unlike appetite-suppressing drugs like Ozempic. In treated mice, energy expenditure increased by up to 18 per cent, alongside better metabolic health markers. Further human safety and effectiveness tests for TOFA are still required. 🔬

🏈 Cowherd raises doubts on Mahomes' return

Sports analyst Colin Cowherd expressed serious concerns about Patrick Mahomes' future after his severe injuries last season. He spoke on his show, The Herd with Colin Cowherd, questioning if the best of Mahomes has been seen. Cowherd cited lower passer ratings and completion percentages compared to other players during his recent stretch. The comments come just days before the new season starts, increasing analyst worries. Neither Mahomes nor Chiefs coach Andy Reid has commented on Cowherd's assessment. 🏈