💿 Kanto drops the second-gen Obi3 turntable

Kanto Audio has officially launched the second-generation Obi3 turntable, featuring a belt-drive system and platter-mounted speed sensor. This new model is from Kanto Audio and is available in North America right now. It boasts features like adjustable counterweight, anti-skate control, and electronic speed selection for 33-1/3 and 45 RPM. The Obi3G2 includes an Audio-Technica AT3600L cartridge and Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless play. It is priced at $249.99 USD and worldwide release starts in early September. 🎧

📈 TNPSC boosts job vacancies after candidate complaints

Candidates complained about the low number of vacancies in the TNPSC Group I examination for state jobs. This occurred as TNPSC initially announced only 26 vacancies across various posts. On Thursday, TNPSC issued an addendum, raising the total number of vacancies from 26 to 46. TNPSC Chairman S.K.Prabakar confirmed this increase would be officially notified online. This move addresses student concerns regarding reduced opportunities in the competitive exams. 🧐

🤝 India-Bangladesh talks aim for quick PM visit

India and Bangladesh are currently in discussions regarding an early bilateral visit by PM Tarique Rahman to New Delhi. The talks took place in Dhaka, Bangladesh, following a meeting between High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi and PM Rahman. Officials hope this visit, ideally before the end of August or early September, normalizes relations and addresses May 2025 trade restrictions. This move seeks to revive the Ganga waters treaty and energy deals between the two nations. However, sources caution that actions by Sheikh Hasina could negatively impact these fresh diplomatic initiatives. 🤝

🎮 Netflix shutting down two game studios

Netflix is closing two of its owned game studios, Night School and Moonloot. These studios are located in Los Angeles and Helsinki, respectively. The closures are happening after Night School released the horror game Unhinged six weeks ago. Netflix states this shift is to focus on kids' gaming, party games, and story-driven content. The company is also cutting jobs from its internal games team as it changes its strategy. 📉

🚨 Court uncovers major evidence in NEET leak case

The Rouse Avenue Court has revealed overwhelming incriminating material related to the NEET-UG exam leak scandal. This evidence targets 13 accused individuals allegedly involved in the leak syndicate's operations. The court order highlights their supposed roles in circulating leaked exam materials across various platforms. Furthermore, the accused are also implicated in attempts to destroy crucial evidence, including digital devices. Authorities are now proceeding with further action based on this serious judicial finding.

🥊 Terrel Williams' boxing career after Prichard Colon fight

Terrel Williams beat Prichard Colon by disqualification in the ninth round in Fairfax, Virginia, in October 2015. After this fight, Colon suffered a serious brain injury and passed away on August 13, 2026, at age 33. Williams did not return to the ring for two years before winning a comeback fight in November 2017. He later had four fights, losing to Thomas Dulorme on September 21, 2019. Currently, Williams is retired from professional boxing and has largely stayed out of the public spotlight. 🥊

💼 OpenAI loses another exec as IPO looms

OpenAI's Chief Revenue Officer, Denise Dresser, has resigned after less than a year at the company. She stepped down from her role at OpenAI, which is preparing for a major IPO. CNBC reports that Dali Rajic, from Wiz, has been appointed as the new CRO. Dresser joined in December, tasked with boosting enterprise revenue against rivals like Anthropic. This exit comes as OpenAI recently valued itself at $852 billion.

🗣️ CM Reddy alleges BRS used black magic against Congress

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy accused BRS leaders of performing occult rituals to defame the Congress government. This happened during a public meeting in Hyderabad, where he also discussed housing and water supply. Reddy stated that the state government plans to provide one lakh houses in the first phase through Indiramma Housing Towers. He criticized the former BRS government for issues related to housing, land, and debt. The Congress government is implementing schemes despite the financial strain left by the earlier administration. 💧

💥 US loses a quarter of drone fleet in Iran conflict

At least 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones have been lost during the war with Iran, according to The Washington Post. These losses occurred around the vital shipping route in the Strait of Hormuz. Before the conflict, the US military had about 185 Reapers, and the lost drones could exceed $1.3 billion. Their slow speed and low-altitude ops made them vulnerable to Iran's forces. The administration is seeking a $67 billion package to help replenish these depleted military supplies.

🧐 MLA files complaint over Kerala society money issue

Taliparamba MLA T.K. Govindan announced plans to file a complaint with the Cooperation department. This action follows a depositor's complaint he received regarding Halal Fayidah Cooperative Society in Kannur. The complaint was from K.P. Nazar, who invested ₹1 lakh and only got his money back after nearly nine years. Govindan is asking for a detailed investigation into how the society managed its deposits and collections. This issue is particularly questionable since the society was reportedly not operating normally. 🧐

🏞️ Farm fight turns into park payout

In 1970, the Blackwell family legally challenged the government's attempt to take nearly 600 acres for a national park. This dispute took place in northern Shannon County, Missouri, involving the Blackwell family and the federal government. The initial offer from the government was $73,000, which eventually became a $214,000 court payout. The fight was part of the creation of Ozark National Scenic Riverways to preserve rivers and natural resources. Subsequently, Darrel Blackwell worked for the park service before starting a business there.