🏥 Novartis Halts Cell Therapy Trials Post-Deaths

Novartis has paused its autoimmune cell therapy studies following reports of patient deaths. The clinical trials were being conducted across various locations globally. The pause comes after incidents occurred during the trials in recent months. This decision is a significant step back for the ongoing research in this area. The company is now reviewing the safety data before deciding on the next steps.

🔬 wedge angle boosts heat and mass transfer in flow

A study used the HAN method to check how wedge angle affects thermo-fluid and mass transfer in Falkner–Skan flow. Researchers examined the Hartree pressure gradient parameter from $\beta = 0$ (flat plate) to $\beta = 1.0$ (90° wedge) in this analysis. Increasing the wedge angle boosted wall gradients by 162%, 19.8%, and 19.0%, while increasing the skin friction coefficient by 85.7%. These findings offer design insights for optimizing heat and mass transfer in aerospace components like turbine blades. 🚀

🚀 Irumudi hits massive 2nd Monday haul

The film Irumudi showed exceptional staying power with a sensational second Monday collection. It was released in Telugu states and grossed approximately Rs. 7.50 crore from those regions on that day. The eleven-day running total has reached roughly Rs. 158 crore, with APTS contributing about Rs. 142 crore. The film is positioned well to cross the Rs. 200 crore mark soon, benefiting from upcoming holidays. Strong performance across both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh suggests a major box office run. 🤩

🚑 Andhra CM gives compensation for fatal Palnadu crash

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu announced Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for the families of eight people killed in a road accident. The crash occurred in Chilakaluripet, Palnadu district, on August 27 early hours. The accident involved a private bus colliding with an auto-rickshaw carrying 15 people. Victims were returning to Veluru village after a birthday celebration in Prakasam district. Officials have been directed to ensure the assistance reaches the bereaved families promptly. 💔

📵 Cellphones Banned Inside Sri Kapali Temple

Visitors are no longer allowed to carry cellphones into temples across the state. This new rule, set by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments department, aims to improve the spiritual focus during darshan. Specifically at Sri Kapaleeswarar Temple, a designated counter has been set up for deposits. Pilgrims must leave their phones at this spot, for which a fee of Rs.5 is collected. This measure is intended to reduce distractions during religious rituals. 📵

😠 Canada hits US goods with up to 50% tariffs

Canada announced counter-tariffs on several hundred US products in response to new White House import taxes. Prime Minister Mark Carney's government is implementing these measures against goods arriving at the Canadian border. The tariffs, set to begin September 8, affect imports valued at C$27.6 billion based on 2024 data. This action focuses on shielding domestic industries like steel from US protectionism. Moving forward, the list covers items from steel to milk, with varying tax rates applied. 😠

💔 UP teen allegedly gangraped on bus in Delhi

A 17-year-old girl from Mainpuri was allegedly gangraped by a bus driver and conductor in Delhi. The incident occurred late on August 4th, after she boarded the bus from Pari Chowk in Greater Noida. Police stated the survivor was kept on the bus for nearly three hours before being dumped near Ring Road. The girl had traveled to Noida for a cousin's place after an argument with her mother. The accused were arrested on August 5th after surveillance footage linked them to the crime. 😨

📚 Sonia Gandhi memoir release hit snag again

The release of Sonia Gandhi's memoir has been paused due to an unresolved dispute over a specific issue. Penguin India has issued a new statement regarding this ongoing political row. The delay has continued amidst internal discussions about the content. This impasse affects the planned publication timeline of the memoir. Future steps depend on resolving this particular disagreement between the parties involved. 📚

🌍 Xi Jinping attends SCO summit in Bishkek

Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the 26th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) on Tuesday. The summit was held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Key discussions took place during this significant regional gathering. The meeting focuses on strengthening cooperation among member nations. Future outcomes will shape the organization's trajectory moving forward. 🤝

🧐 Fed Chair Warsh hints at 'Fedspeak' return

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh discussed monetary policy during his Jackson Hole speech last week. He was speaking at the Kansas City Fed’s annual Jackson Hole symposium. Warsh's remarks suggested a potential return to more formal 'Fedspeak' language. Many observers interpreted this as a shift towards a more cautious approach from the Fed. This signals that the Fed is serious about inflation and considering rate hikes soon. 🧐

👩‍🚀 Two astronauts take 6th all-female spacewalk

Two astronauts, Jessica Meir and Sophie Adenot, are conducting the sixth all-female spacewalk today, September 1st. They are both aboard the International Space Station (ISS) for this mission. The spacewalk is scheduled to start around 8:30 a.m. EDT and is expected to last approximately 6.5 hours. During this EVA, they will replace a retroreflector and perform other maintenance tasks on the station. This marks the third spacewalk for Adenot and the seventh for Meir.