🚀 NASA spacewalk upgrades ISS power system

NASA astronauts Anil Menon and Jessica Meir completed a spacewalk outside the International Space Station on Friday. They were at the International Space Station, performing structural upgrades on the 3B power channel. This 281st spacewalk, which lasted six hours and 27 minutes, began on Thursday at 8:33 am EDT. The work enables future installation of IROSA solar arrays for extra power to support critical systems. Next, crew members will work on an antenna replacement on August 13 and maintenance on August 25.

🎮 EA Sports FC 27 release date and pricing details

EA Sports FC 27, the successor to FIFA, is set to launch on September 25 on multiple platforms. The game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. Pricing varies across editions, with the Standard Edition at $69.99 and the Ultimate Edition Plus at $149.99. A new PEGI 16 rating is in place due to gambling elements in in-game mechanics. Early access can be secured by pre-ordering or subscribing to EA Play. 🎮

⚽ Rodri turns down massive Real Madrid offer for Barcelona

Real Madrid reportedly made an irresistible offer to World Cup winner Rodri, which the club claimed was impossible to refuse. The approach started just days after his World Cup victory with Spain, and the Madrid club put everything on the table for the star. Despite intense efforts from the club's leadership, Rodri ultimately refused the deal. He then announced his decision to choose another offer, which is with Barcelona. However, a final deal is pending as Barcelona has only agreed on personal terms with him.

🎨 Artist explores Assam's lost villages and river life

Visual artist Pallov Saikia draws inspiration from the eroding landscape of Upper Assam. He grew up in Garpara village, Rahmaria mouza, near the Brahmaputra river in Dibrugarh district. The region suffered massive river erosion, consuming over 30 villages after a 1950 earthquake. This displacement and the area's history shaped his art, pushing back against rigid art school definitions. Now, his work reflects the urgency and lived experience of the region. 🏞️

⚽ Liverpool lands surprise loan of Barca's Araujo

Liverpool has secured a surprise loan agreement with Barcelona to sign Ronald Araujo for the upcoming season. The Uruguayan defender is set to join the Premier League champions at Anfield. All major terms are reportedly agreed, with documents expected to be signed within the next 24 hours. This move allows Liverpool to assess the 27-year-old with a non-mandatory buy option. Araujo gets a chance to rebuild his career away from Barcelona's recent pressures.

🤢 Food safety fail in Bangalore's 5-star hotels

Health officials discovered spoiled food items at several high-end establishments in Bengaluru. The inspections targeted six different 5-star hotels across the city for hygiene checks. During the checks, expired meats and vegetables showing signs of fungus were found in the kitchens. This raises serious questions about the food safety standards maintained in these luxury properties. Authorities are now investigating the lapse to ensure public health is protected moving forward. 🤢

🧑‍🏫 AP Commissioner clears DSC posts denial rumors

The Andhra Pradesh School Education Commissioner denied claims that deserving candidates missed out on DSC posts due to PwBD quota appointments. Speaking in Amaravati on Friday, August 7, Tameem Ansaria confirmed the process followed merit and reservation norms. Out of 5.77 lakh applications for 16,347 posts, 3.36 lakh candidates took the exam across 154 centers. She explained PwBD candidates are accommodated within vertical categories, not separate roster points. The department also addressed over 32,695 queries during this massive recruitment drive. 🧑‍🏫

🚧 Agra road caves in; politician dives into pothole

A large road in Agra suddenly gave way, creating a deep pit that became a protest site. Samajwadi Party leader Nitin Kohli climbed into the hole in the posh Kamla Nagar locality. The collapse happened on Friday, and no injuries were reported from the incident. Kohli blamed authorities for corruption and called the city a "Gaddha Nagari." This follows NHAI cracking down on the Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway concessionaire. 🚧

🧐 Centre asks Meta to tackle deepfakes; awaits legal advice

The Centre has asked Meta to take action against deepfake content while reviewing its intermediary status under Indian law. This scrutiny follows technical discussions held with Meta regarding deepfakes and CSAM on Thursday. The government is waiting for a legal opinion before deciding on further steps against the social media giant. The Centre may also question other platforms about their intermediary definitions. If platforms control content shown, their role could be seen as 'publishing' and thus responsible. 🧐

🐄 UP cop's cow slaughter remarks spark controversy

Rampur SP Anil Kumar Singh Sisodia faced backlash after stating a 'true Muslim' would not slaughter cows. He made these comments during a meeting on preventing cow slaughter in the Ganj and Swar police station areas during Shravan. Sisodia later clarified that his remarks were aimed at promoting social harmony, not causing offense. He announced a verification drive targeting cow slaughter suspects from the last decade. Moving forward, he plans to meet with mutawallis and clerics to ensure such incidents cease. 🐄

🧐 US Cops Question Visa Fraud, Say She's Naturalized

An Indian-origin woman has been accused of visa fraud by US authorities. The woman was reportedly questioned by officials in the United States. The charges surfaced around a specific date, though the article does not specify it. This accusation has led to a response from the authorities clarifying her status. Officials confirmed that the individual in question is a naturalized citizen.