📱 Pixel 10 Pro: A year of ups and downs

The Pixel 10 Pro, purchased on August 28th, has been the reviewer's primary phone for almost a year. The user chose it for its smaller size compared to Samsung Ultra phones and its superior camera performance over the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Key software features like Now Playing and better call screening have been major selling points for the device. Although the phone has some inconsistencies, its consistent, natural photos have been excellent for capturing memories. Sentimentally, the Pixel 10 Pro has justified its price by capturing nearly 3,000 photos of a new pet.

🔬 Science vs. Myth: The Quest to Stop Time

Ancient Greek myth featured Chronos, the time god, as a giant snake driving the cosmos's rotation. Today, particle physicist Guido Tonelli discusses this obsession in his book, Time: The Dream of Killing Chronos. The book explores humanity's desire to stop time, mirroring the dream of immortality. Modern science reveals that in realms like black holes, time as we know it breaks down entirely. These discoveries challenge our everyday perception of time's inevitable forward flow. 🕰️

✨ One setting fixed my Android notification chaos

The author discovered a hidden setting change to stop missing crucial Android notifications. This improvement is on the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, after over a year of daily use. Key features include Notification Organizer and Notification Summaries, launched with Android 16 QPR in late last year. These tools help group alerts and summarize long chats using on-device AI. Users can also manage specific alerts via Notification Categories for granular control. 📱

🧠 Wordle hint for August 10, 2026 is here

The New York Times has released today's Wordle hints for August 10, 2026. This daily word puzzle is a popular brain teaser. The challenge requires players to guess a five-letter word using a limited number of tries. This specific date marks another installment of the ongoing word game series. Players are encouraged to check the official NYT platform for the exact answer.

🚗 New Honda 7-Seater SUV expected in India

Honda is reportedly developing a new 7-seater SUV built on its PF2 platform. This upcoming model will be positioned above the Elevate in Honda's current lineup. Industry sources suggest it could debut by the end of 2027, with an expected on-road price between Rs. 17 lakh and Rs. 28 lakh in Mumbai. The SUV is expected to feature modern tech like a large touchscreen and Level 2+ ADAS. It might offer powertrains including a 2.0-litre NA petrol with hybrid setup. 🚗

⚽ Araujo heads to Liverpool on loan this season

Ronald Araujo is joining Liverpool this season after a surprise loan deal was finalized over the weekend. The move happened following a conversation with Barcelona boss Hansi Flick. Flick mentioned Araujo might have a minor role at Barça this season, which was announced after the triangular tournament in Italy on Saturday. Flick stated Araujo is eager to try new things and accepted the move to Liverpool. Liverpool has included a €55 million buy option for next summer.

⚡ Indian EV batteries outperform Tesla and BYD

Indian manufacturers are currently leading the pack in building highly energy-efficient electric cars globally. Tata Motors topped the International Council on Clean Transportation's 2025 ranking with an average consumption of 106 watt-hours per kilometer. This list evaluated 22 of the world's largest EV companies, placing Tesla and BYD in third and fourth spots respectively. Although EVs are less than 5% of new sales in India, the government aims for 30% by 2030 to boost energy security. Future efforts need to focus on improving charging speed and driving range, areas where Indian companies are still behind. 🚀

😠 Shehbaz's party faces heat over PoK protests

PML(N), led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, is reportedly struggling with protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. His adviser stated that 99 percent of the protesters are patriotic members of the banned JAAC group. So far, PML(N) has secured 25 out of 45 seats in the assembly amidst violence and rigging claims. The party plans to meet JAAC representatives once the two-third majority government is formed. The JAAC demands the abolition of 12 contentious refugee seats in the region. 😠

📈 Maruti's India market to hit 6.3 million by 2031

India's passenger vehicle market is projected to significantly expand in the coming years. Maruti is a major player in this growing sector across the country. The market is expected to reach up to 6.3 million units by the year 2031. This growth is fueled by increasing demand for personal transport across the nation. Industry analysts suggest this upward trend will continue for the foreseeable future.

✅ UPI payments free for users, but merchants face small fees

The Union government confirmed that person-to-person UPI transactions will remain free for all consumers. This clarification followed the Lok Sabha passing the Taxation and Other Laws Amendment Bill 2026, which permits charges on UPI and RuPay debit card payments. The Finance Ministry stated that only certain merchant transactions will incur a nominal Merchant Discount Rate, which will be lower than existing card rates. This change aims to ensure UPI's long-term sustainability for cybersecurity and digital infrastructure upgrades. The UPI and Services Steering Committee will ultimately decide on the Merchant Discount Rate after the bill passes Parliament. 💰

🎬 Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' nears ₹320 Cr worldwide

Thalapathy Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan' is nearing a worldwide gross of Rs 320 crore. The movie, which stars Vijay and is his last cinematic outing, is currently in its third weekend. As of recent estimates, its total worldwide collection stands at Rs 312.86 crore. In India, the net collection reached Rs 188.50 crore, while overseas gross hit Rs 93.15 crore. The film is a political action drama directed by H Vinoth, featuring Pooja Hegde and Bobby Deol.