✨ New Samsung Z foldables smash Europe pre-orders

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip8, Z Fold8, and Z Fold8 Ultra on July 22nd, with sales starting August 7th. These new foldables surpassed pre-order targets in Europe across all three models. Specifically, they beat last year's Fold7 and Flip7 totals by 20% in the first 11 days. In India, the Flip8 and Fold8 duo garnered 271,000 pre-orders in 72 hours. The Z Flip8, Z Fold8, and Z Fold8 Ultra are available with various storage options and prices. 📱

🔬 Procedure could slash ovarian cancer risk by 78%

Doctors suggest a specific procedure might significantly lower the chances of developing ovarian cancer. This potential benefit was highlighted by medical experts in Singapore. Studies indicate this intervention could reduce the risk by an impressive 78%. The procedure focuses on early detection and preventative care strategies. Further research is ongoing to confirm these remarkable findings and refine the treatment protocols. 🔬

🌍 Infantino allegedly promised Morocco 2030 WC final spot

Reports suggest FIFA President Gianni Infantino offered Morocco the 2030 World Cup final hosting rights for political support. This claim emerged as he seeks backing before next year's FIFA presidential election. Morocco is set to co-host the 2030 tournament with Spain and Portugal, but the final venue is undecided. FIFA has strongly denied any promise regarding the final's location. The situation remains tense amid pressure on Infantino after the failed FFE proposal. 🤯

🗣️ Iran President finds talks with Khamenei hard

Iran's President has stated that communication with Mojtaba Khamenei is currently proving to be very difficult. This statement was made by the President of Iran regarding high-level political discussions. Specific figures or dates were not mentioned in the release about this ongoing situation. The difficulty in communication reflects the current complex political climate within the country. Further developments regarding these talks are anticipated in the coming days.

💻 Hackers baked toolkit right inside Oracle database

Hackers exploited a SQL injection vulnerability to install the khunt post-exploitation toolkit directly within an Oracle database. This breach occurred on a corporate network where Huntress discovered credential theft on July 27, 2026. The attackers used a vulnerable Java application endpoint to issue SQL commands, ultimately granting SYSTEM-level permissions on the Windows server. The toolkit allowed them to steal credentials and enumerate running services by abusing Oracle's Java functionality. Organizations must sanitize input and limit database account privileges to prevent such attacks. 🛡️

🐒 Tiny primate found in ancient Wyoming sandstone

Paleontologists discovered a new omomyid primate species, Tetonius varleyorum, in southern Wyoming. This small, tarsier-like primate lived in North American forests about 50 million years ago during the Eocene epoch. The discovery, made from jaw and tooth fragments at Tim’s Confession, adds to the existing nearly 1,000 fossil fragments from the site. This new find challenges previous ideas about the evolution of Tetonius, which were based only on fossils from the Bighorn Basin. The team's research suggests a more complex evolutionary picture for these early primates. 🐒

⚖️ Kerala HC denies sentence suspension in actor assault case

The Kerala High Court rejected the plea to suspend the sentence of Martin Antony in the 2017 actor assault case. The Division Bench of Justice V. Raja Vijayaraghavan and Justice K.V. Jayakumar previously denied similar pleas from other accused. The court found prima facie evidence showing Antony aided the crime and was part of the conspiracy. Call detail records confirmed Antony's constant contact with Sunil before the fake accident. Six of the ten accused were convicted in 2025 for multiple charges.

🚧 Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway crumbling, toll suspended

NHAI started proceedings to blacklist PNC Infratech due to serious construction quality lapses on the newly opened Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway. The action was taken against the developer and also included penalties for company staff and two NHAI officers in West UP. The 63-km expressway, built at Rs 4,200 crore, will have toll suspended while damages are fixed, estimated to take at least three months. Experts are now investigating if monsoon moisture infiltration or poor drainage caused the pavement distress. PNC Infratech must fix all damage at its own cost before any future NHAI projects. 🚧

🤯 The one person who kept pan masala ads on edge

A specific individual managed to make pan masala advertisements feel unnerved without ever uttering the word 'cut!'. This person’s impact was felt across the advertising industry in India. The details of their influence span several major campaigns over the past few years. Their unique performance style challenged the typical, often aggressive, tone of these product promotions. The industry is now closely watching their next venture to see how they will disrupt norms again.

🤨 Rape accused demands pizza, VIP treatment in lockup

A 20-year-old BBA student faces charges of abduction and sexual assault against a 16-year-old girl in Nagpur. The accused is currently demanding luxury amenities like pizza and soft bedding from police custody. This refusal to cooperate continues despite being forcibly taken for a medical examination on Tuesday. Furthermore, the student is allegedly blaming the victim and making serious allegations against the police. Authorities are now monitoring him to stop any self-harm attempts while continuing to gather information. 🤨

🛂 H-1B extension fees might jump under Trump proposal 💸

A proposal is in the final rulemaking stage to increase fees for H-1B and L-1 visa extensions. This change affects certain employers in the United States, specifically those with 50+ workers and over 50% in H-1B or L-1 status. If finalized, qualifying companies would pay an extra $4,000 for H-1B extensions and $4,500 for L-1 extensions. DHS states this expansion funds the biometric entry-exit system at US borders. Employers must await the final rule from DHS before these increased charges take effect.