👽 Nvidia's DLSS 5 leak is wild, but weird 👽

An unfinished version of Nvidia’s DLSS 5, promising photorealistic lighting, has leaked and is being tested by modders. This leaked software, found in NBA 2K26's early access, includes an unreleased Neural Rendering runtime version 310.8.0.0. While it improves environmental detail in games like Control, it makes characters in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth look uncanny. The leaked build is also extremely resource-intensive, reportedly causing near 50% performance loss. Nvidia needs to balance AI visual quality with performance before the final release.

🚧 NHAI starts removing temporary barriers on Cooum River

The NHAI has started taking down temporary work platforms built along the Cooum River. This work is for the 20-km double-decker Chennai Port-Maduravoyal Elevated Corridor, involving approximately 250 structures. Officials promised these platforms would be removed before the first week of October to ensure clear water flow during the monsoon season. These bunds, each about 10 meters long, were necessary due to soft riverbeds and banks for construction movement. The NHAI has been removing these temporary bunds before every monsoon for the last two years.

🙏 Nepal floods: 88 Indians rescued, 287 still missing

Eighty-eight Indian nationals have been rescued from the Nepal floods, with 287 individuals currently unaccounted for. The rescue operations are taking place in the flood-hit region, specifically mentioning four Indians saved from a hydropower project in Rasuwa district. As of Saturday, six forensic teams and a specialized tunnel rescue team from India are assisting the efforts. Nepal initially declined foreign help but now requires specialized assistance for DNA analysis and tunnel rescue. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation despite forecasts of fresh rainfall and thunderstorms. 😥

🏡 Diane Keaton's big Beverly Hills house gets offer

Diane Keaton's former 8,434-square-foot Spanish Colonial estate has secured a contingent offer after multiple price drops. The property is located in Beverly Hills, and it was initially listed for $25 million in October 2025. Following cuts to $19.5 million in May 2026 and then $18.5 million in July, the offer was reported on August 27. The home, which once belonged to Madonna, retains Keaton's distinctive architectural style. The final price and terms of the offer have not yet been disclosed. 🏡

🐒 Squirrel Monkey's Brief Trip to Space Ends in Disaster

A 1.5-pound squirrel monkey named Goliath was launched from Cape Canaveral on November 10, 1961, as part of the SPURT mission. He was sent to test how an unrestrained primate could survive in microgravity during space travel. The Atlas E rocket went violently off course just 35 seconds after liftoff. Mission control had to destroy the vehicle mid-air to prevent a catastrophic crash. Goliath perished in the explosion, ending his extremely short space career. 😥

⚕️ Kerala Govt prioritizes all medical systems equally

Kerala's Health Minister K. Muraleedharan affirmed the state's commitment to equal priority for all medical systems. This pledge was made while inaugurating a new homeopathic hospital in Sooranad North grama panchayat. Central and State funds for AYUSH will be fully utilized to boost traditional healthcare infrastructure by August 29, 2026. The government is also setting up 24-hour specialty casualty facilities, starting with Punalur Taluk Hospital. Furthermore, ₹5 crore projects are approved to upgrade Sasthamcotta Taluk Hospital's basic infrastructure. 🏥

⚽ Forest keeps Liverpool to a 2-2 draw at Anfield

Nottingham Forest managed to hold Liverpool to a 2-2 draw during their Premier League match at Anfield. The game featured goals from Víctor Muñoz for Liverpool, while Forest scored twice, led by Dan Ndoye. This draw occurred on Saturday, August 29, 2026, with Forest accumulating 2.3 expected goals. Liverpool's failure to win their opening two games is a rarity in the last 14 seasons. Next, Liverpool faces Ipswich Town, and Forest will host Tottenham.

😠 Ministers clash over caste quotas, demand resignations

Two Union cabinet ministers, Chirag Paswan and Jitan Ram Manjhi, clashed over reservation policies on Saturday. The disagreement stemmed from Jitan Ram Manjhi's son seeking a review of SC/ST quota sub-categorisation. This followed a 2024 Supreme Court judgment allowing states to sub-classify SCs and STs and bar the 'creamy layer'. Chirag Paswan demanded Manjhi and his son resign if they pushed for sub-quotas and a creamy layer. Jitan Ram Manjhi countered that Chirag's stance neglects the interests of poor people. 😠

🏙️ Mysuru among 5 cities for big revamp

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced a new development plan to ease the pressure on Bengaluru. This plan will transform five major cities, including Mysuru, Belagavi, Hubballi-Dharwad, Kalaburagi, and one other. The government aims to boost employment, education, healthcare, and infrastructure across these areas. Steps like building ring roads are already underway to manage traffic congestion in various cities. A special meeting will soon be called with local representatives to finalize the action plan. 🏙️

✨ Zeenat Aman on marriage: heartbreak sets boundaries

Veteran actress Zeenat Aman reflected on her marriage to Mazhar Khan, noting it was a journey towards starting a family. She shared that the relationship, which spanned around 12 years, taught her crucial life lessons about self-worth. Zeenat stated that while success builds confidence, heartbreak is what teaches boundaries in life. She realized she couldn't save someone at the expense of her own well-being, leading to her decision. Ultimately, she advises that a healthy relationship allows both partners the space to grow individually. 💔

🎮 The Witcher 3 Remastered brings console mods 🎮

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is getting a remaster on September 29, 2026, which also includes mod support for consoles. PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch 2 players will finally get a mod library alongside this major update from CD Projekt Red. Six mods have been confirmed so far, covering features like Boat Races, Glowing Witcher Eyes, and Unlimited Inventory Capacity. The modding ecosystem will be shared across platforms via mod.io after a previous delay. Users will need a mod.io account to browse and install these mods directly within the game.