🌱 Oregon farmer grows crops without any irrigation

An Oregon farmer successfully grew diverse crops without any irrigation over four decades. This was achieved on a 9.6-acre site near Veneta, Oregon, since 2007, growing organic tomatoes, potatoes, and more. The farmer maintained this system from 1974 to 2014, despite facing unpredictable weather patterns. Success relied heavily on meticulous soil preparation, moisture conservation, and choosing drought-tolerant crops. This method offers a viable risk management tool for growers facing water shortages. 🌾

🏡 19-year-old built $600k investment house early

Olivia Shone, a 19-year-old, successfully built a four-bedroom investment house valued around $600,000. Hailing from Warragul, Victoria, she started saving for property when she was just 16. She completed the build three years later, while juggling military service and law studies. Shone chose to build new on land rather than buy existing, despite facing ageism from some agents. She plans to rent it out as a stepping stone to a larger property portfolio. 🏡

🤖 Android 17 Beta fixes annoying APK sideloading process

Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 introduces a new inline dialog for app permissions, fixing a long-standing sideloading issue. This update affects users of Android 17, globally, and was released last week. The beta introduces one-time install permissions that automatically revoke after the APK finishes installing. This improves convenience by removing the need to leave the active app during the process. Users can now choose between 'Only this time' or permanent 'Always allow' permissions. 📲

🏛️ Delhi Police drops 13 student protest FIRs

Delhi Police informed the Supreme Court that it does not want to proceed with 13 FIRs from student protests in the capital. This decision followed a Central Government directive issued on July 25th regarding the protests held between July 20 and 25, 2026. The police is now seeking permission to file a new FIR against 2,873 individuals with serious criminal records. This fresh investigation will follow the Supreme Court's clarification from August 3, 2026. No other new FIRs will be filed regarding the incidents covered in this specific application. 🏛️

🤝 Iran asks Modi to help stop the conflict 🇮🇷

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian thanked India for support during the ongoing conflict with the US. He made this appeal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan. Pezeshkian asked Modi to use India's contacts to steer other parties away from conflict. The two leaders also discussed bilateral cooperation and the Strait of Hormuz situation. Following this, the US struck Iranian launchers on Larak Island just one day prior.

💰 Taliban offers US mineral access for sanctions lift

The Taliban-led Afghan government proposed giving US investors access to its vast mineral wealth. This offer was made by Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi, India. Afghanistan is estimated to hold at least $1 trillion in minerals like copper and lithium. The Taliban wants the US to lift sanctions and release billions of dollars in frozen Afghan assets. They argue that sanctions have not achieved their intended goals for the country.

🚀 NASA's new telescope scans universe 1000x faster

NASA successfully launched the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Kennedy Space Center, Florida. This powerful observatory is now heading towards its final orbit, about one million miles from Earth. The mission, set for a three-month journey, will survey the sky 1,000 times faster than Hubble. It aims to study dark matter, dark energy, and exoplanets to expand our view of cosmic history. NASA expects to release the telescope's first images by early 2027. 🔭

🏏 Haryana bags U-19 title at CISCE Cricket meet

The CISCE Regional Cricket Tournament 2026 wrapped up after two days of intense cricket action. Haryana claimed the Under-19 title, defeating Moga in the final at Adarsh School, Karnal. This event featured 11 zones, with Haryana also securing third place in the Under-17 category. In the U-19 final, Haryana successfully defended a target of 105 runs by 11 runs. The tournament successfully provided a platform for students to showcase skills and teamwork. 🏏

😠 Man Beats Dalit Man Over Niece Incident

A Muslim man violently assaulted a Dalit man for disagreeing with his actions regarding his niece. The incident reportedly took place in a local area, though specific locations were not detailed in the report. The assault occurred following a dispute over the niece allegedly being molested by the accused. This incident highlights ongoing social tensions and caste-based conflicts in the region. Authorities are now investigating the matter and taking legal action against the accused. 😠

💣 Trump: US will hit back hard against Iran's attacks

President Donald Trump declared Iran a failed nation due to its collapsing military, currency, and government. He specifically alleged that inflation reached 300% and that Iranian authorities killed over 100,000 protesters. Trump further stated that the US would respond forcefully to any attacks on US forces overnight. He noted that the Hormuz Strait is in good shape with around 30 ships transiting nightly. The situation suggests a continued high-tension diplomatic and military standoff.

🚀 Strategy nets $370M in Bitcoin buy

Strategy made its first Bitcoin purchase since June by buying 4,603 BTC for $369.7 million between August 24 and 30. This acquisition took place at the company's holdings in the US, after funding it by selling 4,531,421 MSTR shares. The purchase brings their total Bitcoin holdings to 845,050 BTC, which were bought for $63.73 billion. This buying spree resumes after a summer where the firm was selling off Bitcoin holdings. Moving forward, the company retains $6.71 billion in dollar assets across its reserve and cash pots. 📈