🎮 New features drop for XBOX Insiders right now 🎮

XBOX Insiders can now access console updates featuring enhanced Home controls, local save management, and new profile badges. These features start rolling out to Alpha Skip-Ahead and Alpha members beginning today. Players can now delete unused local game saves to manage storage space on the console. Furthermore, a new commemorative Day One profile badge is available for those who unlocked the achievement on November 22, 2013. Purchased games will also automatically leave the wishlist, streamlining the user experience.

✨ Pixel 11 Pro review: Gemini intelligence is the real star 🤖

The Pixel 11 Pro is out, and the review highlights Gemini Intelligence as the main focus, not the HiLight feature. This feature aims to make users use their phones less, responding to the sentiment of phone overload. While HiLight currently lacks features like messaging, Gemini Proactive Assistance offers UI improvements for contextual actions. Gboard Rambler requires adjustment as it doesn't show transcription in real-time for users to edit immediately. Overall, the hardware feels heavier compared to previous, lighter Pixel models.

🚀 Where to buy TikTok followers safely

Several online platforms offer services to purchase TikTok followers for social media accounts. Omaha World-Herald reviewed and recommended three specific sites for this purpose. These sites are presented as safe options for users looking to boost their follower count. The article details features and security measures of these recommended platforms. Users can check out these sites to decide on the best service for their needs.

📚 Congress asks CMs to fix education system flaws

The Congress Working Committee directed Chief Ministers of four states to prepare detailed reports on necessary education and examination reforms. This directive came from Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi during the CWC meeting held in New Delhi on Wednesday. The CMs of Karnataka, Telangana, Kerala, and Himachal Pradesh have been given one month to submit these state-specific reform plans. This action addresses growing youth unrest regarding education and recruitment exam loopholes. The party is also expanding its outreach program, 'Chhatron ki Goonj', to nearly 800 cities nationwide.

🔍 Kerala health minister orders probe into KMSCL powder issue

The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau will investigate alleged irregularities in bleaching powder purchase by KMSCL, announced Health Minister K. Muraleedharan on Wednesday. He wrote to the Home Department seeking this investigation based on fresh media reports about purchase discrepancies. KMSCL had floated an e-tender in February for 2026–27, but the procurement is now scrutinized for violating rules and causing unnecessary spending. Previously, a July 7 directive looked into a ₹7.32 crore avoidable expenditure between March 11 and May 6, 2026. Responsible parties will be identified, action taken, and the allegedly squandered public money recovered.

🏸 Garret Tan stuns Lakshya Sen at BWF Worlds

USA's Garret Tan defeated India's Lakshya Sen in the men's singles Round of 32 at the BWF World Championships in New Delhi. The match, held at the IGI Stadium, saw Tan win with scores of 19-21, 21-19, and 21-17. Tan, the World No. 92, silenced the crowd with a cross-court smash and match point. His coach noted that strategy was key to countering Sen's aggressive play. Tan now faces the second seed, Kunlavut Vitidsarn, in the next round. 🏸

🌊 Subnautica 2 update drops with huge ocean donation

Subnautica 2 Early Access 1.2 has been released, introducing the Buddy System to the underwater survival game. Developer Unknown Worlds made this update available for players in Early Access, alongside patch notes. The company also donated $100,000 to The Ocean Cleanup for ocean conservation. This donation follows their prior support of ocean cleanup efforts dating back to 2019. Players can now enjoy proximity chat, inventory sharing, and player revives in the game. 🌊

💧 Indus Waters Treaty faces new South Asia tension

The Indus Waters Treaty is rapidly becoming a major strategic flashpoint across South Asia. This critical agreement involves India and Pakistan regarding water sharing from the Indus River system. Key dates and allocations are central to the ongoing geopolitical discussions surrounding the treaty. The complex historical context of water rights adds significant tension to regional diplomacy. Future stability in the region heavily depends on how these water disputes are managed going forward.

🔍 SHRC investigates three poachers' deaths in Hanur

A team from the Karnataka State Human Rights Commission visited Hanur on Wednesday, August 19th, to investigate. The team, led by Deputy Superintendent of Police Ashwath Narayana, is probing the deaths of three suspected poachers and an alleged attack on forest watch rooms. The investigation will look into the circumstances surrounding the deaths and potential lapses by government officials. Furthermore, the SHRC team plans to assess if the victims' families qualify for compensation. Findings from this detailed inquiry will eventually be submitted back to the SHRC.

⚽ Barcelona youth stars heading to Premier League and Bundesliga

Several young players from FC Barcelona's academy are set to leave the club this summer. Jofre Torrents already joined AFC Ajax, while Guille Fernandez is close to moving to Newcastle United. Toni Fernandez is reportedly heading to Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen. These departures happen because the players lack space in Hansi Flick's first-team squad. Barcelona expects to keep control via buyback options despite the final year of their contracts. ⚽

😥 Israel admits IDF fired on 5yo girl in Gaza

The Israeli military admitted for the first time that its troops fired on a car carrying five-year-old Hind Rajab in Gaza in 2024. This incident occurred in Gaza City, where her body was found days after she made a desperate phone call on January 29, 2024. The military stated that five passengers were killed, including Hind Rajab, while two survived the initial fire. An order for a criminal investigation was initiated following international outrage over the killing. However, the Hind Rajab Foundation expressed no confidence in the military's internal accountability mechanisms. 😥