🦴 Joe Biden's Prostate Cancer Spreads To Bones

Joe Biden's prostate cancer has metastasized, spreading into his bones and causing significant pain. His son, Hunter Biden, shared this update regarding the former US president in an interview with the BBC. The diagnosis was made in May 2025, with the cancer having a concerning Gleason score of 9. Bone metastasis signifies Stage IV advanced disease, meaning the cancer is systemic and not localized to the prostate. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms through options like hormone therapy and radiation.

🏏 Australia's pace attack faces major test

Australia's fast-bowling talent is about to undergo a crucial performance evaluation. The bowling unit is scheduled to face a defining match situation. Specific details regarding numbers and dates were not provided in the article. This test is set against the backdrop of competitive international cricket. The outcome will determine the future direction of their bowling strategy. 🏏

🩺 SC allows Abhishek Banerjee to travel for eye treatment 🩺

The Supreme Court has granted permission for Abhishek Banerjee to travel overseas for necessary eye treatment. This decision came after setting aside the rejection by the Calcutta High Court on August 5. The court permitted the TMC MP to travel abroad for a period of three weeks in September. During the hearing, the Supreme Court emphasized that every individual has the right to choose their medical treatment. He must travel using his diplomatic passport and provide detailed travel itineraries.

⚖️ Supreme Court pushes for exclusive courts for Manipur cases

The Supreme Court advised authorities to set up two dedicated trial courts for CBI and NIA cases stemming from the 2023 Manipur violence. This suggestion came after the bench reviewed investigations conducted by both agencies regarding the ethnic clashes. As of the latest update, the CBI filed final reports in 27 of 31 cases, while the NIA submitted charge sheets in 15 of 30 cases. The court also ordered that case details be shared with lawyers and families for better access. Furthermore, the court directed agencies to ensure uninterrupted investigation and reviewed victim rehabilitation efforts. ⚖️

🔥 Clash erupts on Assam-Arunachal border

Unidentified men fired at villagers along the disputed Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border, resulting in at least 18 injuries. The incident occurred at Mingmang Basti, escalating a dispute over alleged encroachment between the two neighbouring states. Four villagers were critically injured and subsequently moved to Dibrugarh Medical College and Hospital. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that chief secretaries and police directors were coordinating to de-escalate tensions. This fresh confrontation follows decades of boundary disagreements between the two states.

😬 Shehnaaz Gill swallows nose ring on set

Shehnaaz Gill shared a recent mishap involving her nose ring while filming a project. The incident occurred on set, where the nose ring accidentally fell into her mouth and she swallowed it. Actor Saurabh Sachdeva was seen rushing over to assist her during the stressful moment. Despite this scary incident, Shehnaaz Gill ultimately continued with the shooting schedule. She has gained fame from Bigg Boss 13 and maintains a huge social media following. 😬

🤝 Congress pushes SP for early seat talks for UP 2027

Congress is urging the Samajwadi Party to start early seat-sharing talks for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. This push is aimed at replicating the 2024 Lok Sabha success while learning from the 2017 alliance mistakes. Instead of just counting seats among the 403 constituencies, Congress prioritizes securing 'winnable' seats. Both parties are conducting separate surveys across all 403 seats to inform negotiations. The objective is to boost Congress's representation and rebuild its organizational base in the state.

⛽ MP defends ethanol policy: Pure petrol source questioned

BJP MP Janardan Mishra addressed concerns regarding the source of pure petrol. He specifically defended the current ethanol policy during a public address. The debate focused on whether pure petrol production could originate from ancestral homes. This stance is part of a broader discussion on India's fuel diversification goals. Mishra stated that the government is committed to supporting sustainable energy transitions going forward.

❤️ NIMS Hyderabad offers free heart surgeries for kids

Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS) in Hyderabad is offering free heart surgeries for children through its annual social health program. Children needing surgery can approach NIMS directly starting from August 13, 2026, as no prior appointment is mandatory. This initiative has been running for the last five years to provide specialized cardiac care to needy kids. Procedures will be overseen by Amaresh Rao, alongside UK and London experts like Ramana Dhannapuneni. Parents can visit the CT Surgery Office from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday to Saturday, for consultations.

🎮 India's gaming market hits $1 billion milestone

India's gaming market officially surpassed $1 billion in revenue, showing a 14.8% year-on-year growth. This growth is happening across India, powered by mobile games and changing player habits. The market had 511 million players in 2025, projected to hit over 700 million by 2030. While the audience is huge, ARPU is still early stage but expected to rise to $2.52 by 2030. Future growth will depend on deeper engagement and diverse genre adoption. 🎮

🌿 Singapore swapped concrete drain for winding river 🏞️

In 2012, Singapore transformed a 2.7-km concrete drainage channel into a 3-km winding river as part of the ABC Waters Programme. This massive overhaul of the Kallang River at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park was completed between 2009 and 2011. Initially, the new river showed a 30% boost in biodiversity even before finishing construction. Later studies confirmed more fish species in the rehabilitated section compared to the old canal. This demonstrates how urban water features can support complex ecosystems.