🍪 Plastic & Corn Stalks Make Cookies! 🍪

Scientists have successfully developed a method to create edible cookies using plastic waste and discarded corn stalks. This innovative process was reportedly achieved by a team of researchers. The study highlighted that the technique could potentially be applied in diverse extreme environments. Specific applications mentioned include use on submarines and during disaster zone relief operations. Further research is planned to scale up this sustainable food production method.

✨ Gemini getting major UI upgrades: filters, notifications & more

Google is developing significant UI changes for Gemini, aiming to improve user experience across the app. These updates include a dedicated Notifications section and separate Pinned and Recents chat organization. New features will also bring filters to sort chats by status like Unread and Ready. Furthermore, a Customize section is planned for Gemini Spark to manage Skills and Apps. Users might also soon be able to hide Gemini's status bar icon for a cleaner look.

🔋 Vivo V80 Lite drops with massive 10,000mAh battery

Vivo has officially confirmed details for the upcoming V80 Lite smartphone. This device is set to launch in Malaysia, sporting a huge 10,000mAh battery. The reveal confirms a 50MP camera, a 6.83-inch OLED display, and three color options. This Malaysian model differs from the Pakistan version, which has a 7,050mAh battery. The official debut is scheduled for September 3, with first sales starting on September 12.

🔭 JWST reveals what the universe's red dots might be

New research suggests the 'little red dots' seen by the James Webb Space Telescope are evidence of early supermassive black holes. This finding comes from a paper published today in Nature Astronomy, led by Yiyang Zhang from Wuhan University in China. Analyzing over 200 such objects in the COSMOS-Web region, the team found their host galaxies are quite small. These early galaxies contain around 1 billion stars, significantly smaller than our Milky Way. This suggests black holes might grow most of their mass before their host galaxies form stars. 🌠

⚽ Chelsea edges out Fulham in Premier League clash

Chelsea secured a 3-2 victory over Fulham in the Premier League match. The game took place at Fulham's ground, with the initial goal being scored in just 31 seconds. Chelsea started strong, eventually taking a two-goal lead by the 49th minute. Fulham fought back to score two goals, making the result tense until the end. Chelsea managed to hold onto the three points despite late drama. ⚽

⚽ Chelsea stuns Fulham in dramatic start to season

Chelsea managed a 3-2 win against their West London rivals Fulham at Craven Cottage on Monday evening. Xabi Alonso's new team was boosted by Joao Pedro scoring the opening goal after just 30 seconds. Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer both found the net for the Blues in this five-goal thriller. Sanchez's goalkeeping was questioned, while Alonso's start was a huge success. The focus now shifts to how the team performs in the upcoming fixtures. ⚽

🗳️ Karnataka's draft voter list hits 4.46 crore mark

The draft electoral roll for Karnataka has been published, reflecting a significant number of registered voters. This comprehensive list covers the entire state of Karnataka. As of the current data, the roll contains 4.46 crore voters. This process is a crucial step before the finalization of voter lists for upcoming elections. The Election Commission will now open a window for public objections and suggestions.

💻 NIA probes cyber terror after government site attacks

The NIA has initiated an investigation into attempted DDoS attacks on government websites during Operation Sindoor. The search operations covered five states: Maharashtra, Gujarat, Telangana, Bihar, and Delhi. The case, registered on June 25, 2025, involved sophisticated attacks targeting 54 government websites and CII. Two accused individuals have already been taken into custody by the authorities. Furthermore, suspects aiding the main accused were identified through technical analysis during the probe. 💻

⚛️ New Superconductivity Breakthrough Achieved

Scientists have successfully demonstrated vacuum-fluctuation-enhanced superconductivity for the very first time. This groundbreaking research was conducted by a team of physicists at a major international lab. The experiment involved complex calculations over a period spanning late 2023 into early 2024. This discovery opens up new avenues for developing highly efficient electronic materials. Future research will focus on scaling this effect for practical technological applications. ⚛️

📉 Global activity levels stuck for two decades

Despite many countries setting targets for more exercise, global physical activity levels haven't risen over the last 20 years. This stagnation means the percentage of people meeting activity recommendations has not improved worldwide. Epidemiologist Andrea Ramirez Varela from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health studied this issue. The lack of progress is partly because inactivity has health risks similar to smoking. However, reversing this trend is not a major political focus right now.

😠 TMC vs BJP clash over West Bengal's cash scheme

Mamata Banerjee used the Annapurna Bhandar disbursement to criticize the Suvendu Adhikari government on Monday, August 24, 2026. She alleged the BJP was selectively giving benefits based on caste and religion to women in the state. Last week, women protested the denial of ₹3000 per month benefits under the scheme. Suvendu Adhikari countered by stating 1.45 crore beneficiaries have received funds, defending the selection process. He also challenged Banerjee, telling her to use the complaints portal instead of social media. 🧐