Today's Quordle has been released, offering hints and the final solutions for players. Newcomers can play by guessing four five-letter words across nine attempts simultaneously. Hints for August 18 include small water plants, country houses, benefactors, and poker cards. The answers for the day are ALGAE, MANOR, DONOR, and DEALT. Players should check back for tomorrow's clues on the blog.
science A new study has finally explained why some atomic nuclei emit more low-energy gamma rays than expected. Researchers from FRIB and LLNL investigated this phenomenon by measuring gamma-ray emission from a radioactive copper isotope decaying into zinc. This unexpected 'low-energy enhancement' is now strongly linked to magnetic transitions within the nuclei. The experiment, which ran for a week, demonstrated that only the magnetic transition decay showed this unique enhancement. This discovery improves nuclear forensics and astrophysics modeling for stars and supernovae. ⚛️
health The Delhi High Court directed the Union Government to act on a plea from the Indian Professional Nurses Association (IPNA) regarding the NNMC Act, 2023. This action was ordered in New Delhi on Monday, August 17, 2026, following IPNA's petition against the delay. Despite the Act receiving presidential assent in August 2023 and subsequent notifications, the Commission remained unconstituted as of July 7, 2026. IPNA argued this delay impacts nursing education and citizens' right to health, noting other healthcare commissions are active. If no action is taken within two months, IPNA can approach the court again. 🩺
business The article discusses the most lucrative business sector operating within India's economy. This thriving industry is found across various regions of the country. Specific financial figures and growth rates for the sector were not provided in the source. It is noted as a high-earning field due to market demand and opportunities. Future trends suggest this sector will continue to expand significantly.
The Kerala Government Primary School Headmasters’ Association is protesting the denial of higher grades to its members. The association stated this occurred because they lacked K-TET qualification, which is being contested. They point out a Supreme Court judgment mandates TET for promotions from September 1, 2025, and service post-August 2030, as of August 17, 2026. The members argue that linking higher grade only to promotion misinterprets the Kerala Service Rules. A petition has been submitted to Minister N. Samsudheen seeking an immediate resolution.
NYC Mayor Mamdani addressed the public in Bangla, Mandarin, and Spanish to push for free Broadway tickets for students. This initiative is aimed at making cultural experiences accessible across diverse communities within New York City. The promotion drive is currently active, targeting students across different linguistic backgrounds. The move highlights the administration's focus on inclusivity in urban arts access. Future plans involve expanding this program to other city-wide cultural events. 🎭
An accused in a theft case, Shajith Areeparambil, was arrested after a massive 16-year manhunt. The CB-CID wing of the territorial police made the arrest in his native Malappuram, Kerala. He went missing from the trial stage of the case back in 2010. The accused was involved in multiple offenses across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka. He continuously changed his identity and location to evade authorities.
business Spot gold and silver prices rose on Monday due to a weaker US dollar and lower Federal Reserve hike expectations. This occurred even as a crude oil rally pushed Treasury yields and pressured stock markets. Spot gold was trading near $4,414.30 an ounce, while spot silver was at $65.650 on the session. The oil spike revived inflation fears, causing major North American and European equity markets to close lower. The next key catalyst for rates will be the Fed’s July meeting minutes on Wednesday. 📈
business Vijay Shekhar Sharma's Resilient Asset Management B.V. plans to sell shares worth up to $513 million in One 97 Communications Ltd. This holding company, registered in the Netherlands, holds over 10% stake in Paytm's parent entity. The transaction involves offering up to 19.2 million shares, representing 3% of the total equity, with an upsizing option for an additional 12.7 million shares. This stake sale follows Elevation Capital's partial exit and comes as the Paytm board dropped plans for a bonus share issue. The economic value received by Resilient will be retained by Antfin under their existing OCD agreement.
india The Jharkhand SSC secretary, Sudhir Gupta, was questioned by the CID following the cancellation of JSSC-CGL and other key recruitment exams. This happened in Ranchi after students concluded their hunger strike demanding better educational reforms. The cancellation, announced by the government, affected over 2,000 potential jobs. The controversy stems from allegations of irregularities in the exam process. Students plan to continue the fight for a leak-proof examination system going forward. ✊
world British Prime Minister Andy Burnham reportedly messaged someone posing as White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles. This incident was reported on Monday, following warnings from US authorities about AI impersonation. The exchange involved only a few messages, which were deemed insignificant by sources. Burnham eventually grew suspicious and alerted the relevant authorities about the situation. The British Embassy informed the White House, which confirmed no device hacking occurred. 🧐
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