🏏 Stokes eyeing England coaching role after playing career

Former captain Ben Stokes has expressed a strong ambition to coach the England national cricket team in the future. He is currently pursuing his Level 3 coaching qualification to prepare for this transition. Stokes believes his experience, including making major decisions, makes him qualified for the role. He also questioned why Harry Brook was not named Test captain despite his vice-captaincy. Following Stokes' retirement, Joe Root was reappointed captain and Stephen Fleming became head coach. 🏏

⌚ 5 smartwatches that actually hit the mark

After extensive testing, five smartwatches were picked for their real-world performance instead of just marketing hype. The selections include the Redmi Watch 5 Lite, Amazfit Bip 6, OnePlus Watch 2R, Samsung Galaxy Watch 7, and Google Pixel Watch 3. These devices were evaluated based on comfort, battery life, and daily usability across different price points. Each watch offers unique strengths, from long battery life to advanced health monitoring capabilities. Buyers are seeing a mix of value and performance across these diverse options. ⌚

🦴 New guide for pregnancy bone health issues

A new international position statement offers practical guidance for Pregnancy- and Lactation-associated Osteoporosis (PLO). This guidance was developed by experts from several international medical organizations. It provides a clinical pathway for identifying and managing PLO, which can cause spinal fractures during late pregnancy or postpartum. The statement recommends tailored assessments, conservative care, and individual evaluation for bone-specific agents. Further research is needed to determine the true incidence and long-term outcomes for affected women. 🦴

📚 Rahul Singh's debut novel explores complex choices in queer and Muslim lives

Rahul Singh's debut novel, Unfolding, questions what it truly means to choose someone across different life circumstances. It features an affluent gay couple in Kolkata and a working-class Muslim house-help, Zubina. The narrative juxtaposes their worlds, highlighting contrasts in lifestyle and personal compromises. Zubina observes the couple's relationship, prompting her to question her own life choices. The book ends somewhat ambiguously, suggesting a settling rather than a passionate decision. 📖

😟 Visa crackdowns shift Punjab's youth vote

Tightening visa rules in Canada, UK, and US are expected to influence Punjab's youth electorate. Over 2,000 to 2,500 Punjabi nationals have been deported from the US since 2022, with 3,567 from Punjab and Haryana deported in 2025. Many Punjab students faced deportation risk, especially those in non-credit courses, leading them to defer studies locally. This shift avoids debt and exploitation, changing the future voting patterns. Students are now opting for local degrees instead of pursuing foreign work permits. 😟

✨ KDE Plasma 6.7.4 drops with UI glow-ups

KDE Plasma version 6.7.4 has been officially released to bring notable improvements to key desktop components. This update targets the Spectacle, Discover, and Emoji Selector applications for better functionality. The release includes bug fixes and feature enhancements, making the user experience smoother. These updates are part of the ongoing development cycle for the Plasma desktop environment. Users are encouraged to update to take advantage of these new features starting now.

🔬 Ancient sea life found in Antarctica's Blood Falls

Scientists confirmed that the mysterious red water in Antarctica's Blood Falls originates from the sea. This discovery was made by researchers analyzing 167 samples from the McMurdo Dry Valleys area. The findings were published in Nature Geoscience on dates not specified. The brine harbors descendants of ancient marine microorganisms trapped beneath the glacier for millennia. This unique find reveals how life persisted through massive climate changes on Earth. 🔬

📈 Nykaa's Q1 Profit Jumps Over Threefold

Nykaa reported a significant spike in its net profit for the first quarter. This growth was achieved by FSN E-Commerce Ventures, which runs the beauty and fashion retailer, in the quarter ending June 30. The consolidated net profit reached Rs 80.01 crore, up from Rs 23.32 crore a year prior. Revenue from operations also jumped by more than 29% year-on-year to Rs 2,782 crore. Investors are now watching to see if Nykaa can maintain this strong growth trajectory while boosting profitability.

📈 Airtel Q1 profit jumps, postpaid users hit 30M mark

Bharti Airtel saw a significant increase in its first-quarter profit. This growth was reported by the company across its operations. The figures showed a 37.3% jump in profit, while postpaid users successfully crossed the 30 million mark. This surge reflects the strong performance of its services in the current market. Airtel is expected to maintain this momentum in the upcoming financial periods. 📈

⚓ UK party proposes massive channel military operation

The far-right Reform UK party announced 'Operation Fortress,' aiming to stop all immigrants from France using the largest military operation in the English Channel since WWII. Leader Nigel Farage stated that within a fortnight, no more small boats would arrive, claiming the borders would become impenetrable. This proposal involves a joint military command from British Army, Royal Navy, Royal Marines, and RAF. France’s Interior Ministry immediately condemned the plan as a violation of French sovereignty and international law. Experts widely dismissed the plan as unfeasible, despite Farage's firm commitment to protecting British interests. 🚢

🕊️ Pope urges digital communication to prioritize truth and dignity

Pope Leo XIV urged Catholic communicators to use digital tools guided by truth and human dignity. This appeal was made to participants at the SIGNIS World Conference happening in Kigali, Rwanda. He highlighted that online communication shapes culture and influences the collective conscience. The Pope encouraged exploring ways to advance the theme of "Digital Communication for Cultural Harmony and Environmental Wellbeing." He hopes these reflections will lead to communication strategies rooted in respect for every person.