🏆 PSG bags back-to-back UEFA Super Cups

Paris Saint-Germain secured the UEFA Super Cup for the second consecutive year by defeating Aston Villa 2-1. This match took place in Salzburg, Austria, as the annual curtain-raiser to the European football season. The final saw Desire Doue score the winning goal in the 61st minute, while Kvaratskhelia had opened the scoring earlier. This victory marks the first of six potential trophies for PSG, joining Real Madrid's back-to-back run. The contest was officiated by Omar Artan, a Somali official.

🏛️ Ram Mandir CEO race narrows down to three

The search for the first CEO of Ram Mandir has reached its final stage after extensive screening. The selection process took place in Ayodhya, where 5,585 initial applications were narrowed down to 16 finalists. Final interviews were held on August 11 and 12 by a three-member committee. The selected CEO will manage administration, pilgrim handling, and institutional operations for growing devotees. The Trust will ultimately appoint the candidate from the three names recommended by the committee.

🔭 JWST finds mysteries in ultra-hot Jupiter WASP-121b

New JWST observations are puzzling astronomers regarding the atmosphere of the ultra-hot Jupiter, WASP-121b. Researchers analyzed NIRISS data covering over one full orbit of this planet orbiting its F-dwarf star. The models predicted 12–15% more emission than observed, and the phase-curve offset varied unexpectedly with wavelength. This suggests complex atmospheric drag or issues in determining the planet's non-spherical radius. These precise observations are now pushing existing planetary models to incorporate more physics. 🪐

👋 Karoline Leavitt stepping down as White House Press Secretary

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced her departure from her role at the end of the month. She is leaving the administration of President Donald Trump in Washington D.C. This decision follows her commitment to family, especially after welcoming her second child in May. Leavitt has been praised by Trump as one of his best press secretaries since 2018. She will continue to serve as a top outside advisor and advocate for the Republican Party.

🏀 Kushner and Iger to Buy Lakers for $12.5B

Kushner and Iger have reportedly agreed to purchase the Los Angeles Lakers franchise. This massive deal involves the acquisition of the team from its current ownership in Los Angeles. The reported price tag for this record-breaking transfer is $12.5 billion. This move signals a major shift in the NBA ownership landscape and market power. Further details regarding the final closing dates are expected soon.

💻 Lenovo drops colorful IdeaPad Vibe, MacBook alternative

Lenovo has leaked details about the new IdeaPad Vibe, positioning it as a colorful competitor to the MacBook Neo. This new laptop series reportedly offers an ARM CPU option for increased efficiency. The device is expected to feature vibrant designs and a modern build quality. It aims to capture the market segment looking for a stylish alternative to Apple's offerings. More official specifications and launch dates are anticipated soon.

⚖️ SC orders CBI probe into Chhattisgarh death

The Supreme Court directed a CBI investigation into a custodial death case in Chhattisgarh, citing a cover-up attempt by state officials. The case involves Shravan Suryavanshi, who was arrested on January 18, 2024, and died in custody on January 22, 2024. The court found state authorities were being deliberately dilatory and lacked confidence in their probe. Consequently, the state government must pay Rs 25 lakh as interim compensation to the deceased's family. The CBI must ensure immediate registration of a regular case and expedite the investigation.

😮 Oracle surprises staff with new memo

Oracle has sent out another unexpected message to its employees regarding company operations. This memo was directed towards all staff members across the organization. Specific details about the changes were communicated on October 26, 2023. The message reportedly touched upon internal restructuring plans and future workforce strategy. Employees are expected to review the document carefully and attend subsequent departmental briefings.

👋 Youngest Press Sec to Leave White House

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, the youngest to hold the position, will be leaving at the end of the month. She currently serves under U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. Leavitt, 28, recently returned after her second child was born in May, and she has been a visible advocate for Trump’s 'Make America Great Again' movement. She announced her departure to focus more time on her two young children and family. Going forward, she will transition to an outside advisor role within the Republican Party.

🎮 PS Plus drops Helldivers 2 and more this August

PS Plus is stacking up major game titles for subscribers throughout August 2026. This month features Helldivers 2, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and Hell Is Us across different tiers. Helldivers 2 is available starting Wednesday, while Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and Vampire Survivors drop on August 18. Other big additions include Hell Is Us on August 25, along with Metro Exodus and Two Point Museum. These games add huge variety to the subscription library as publishers push releases before GTA 6. 🎮

🏦 RBI rules to standardize bank loan interest rates

New draft RBI rules aim to standardize interest rate setting across banks, NBFCs, and cooperatives. Lenders must now maintain the spread between the benchmark and loan rate for a minimum of three years. For floating-rate loans, the benchmark reset frequency for major lenders cannot exceed three months. Internal benchmarks like MCLR must follow a stricter, verifiable methodology. Smaller lenders, such as RCBs with deposits up to Rs 1,000 crore, will receive certain exemptions. 🏦