Former President Trump reportedly hid inside a catering truck for his departure from Turkey. This move was reportedly made to switch to a smaller private plane for his exit. The incident occurred amid heightened tensions regarding Iran's activities. The details suggest a discreet exit strategy was employed by the former leader. Further details on the security arrangements remain undisclosed. ✈️
tech Meta unveiled Muse Glimmer, a new downloadable AI model designed to run locally on personal computers. This model is a distilled version of Muse Spark 1.2, released on Monday by Meta in partnership with Hugging Face. It features 30 billion parameters and requires only one graphics card for tasks like schedule management. This release challenges startups favoring tight AI control, pushing for widespread distribution of the technology. Meta aims to empower individuals with personal superintelligence, while continuing its investment in US data centers.
india Former India captain Sourav Ganguly and his wife Dona Ganguly have received several threatening letters recently. Ganguly, who is the president of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB), filed a complaint at Thakurpukur Police Station in south Kolkata. The threats have been allegedly arriving for about six months, with two recent letters containing explicit death threats. Police have started an investigation to identify the sender and determine the motive behind these serious threats. Investigators are tracking the courier trail and examining the SIM card usage for leads.
world India strongly condemned the defacement of its embassy premises in Ljubljana, Slovenia, on Monday, August 10, 2026. The Ministry of External Affairs has taken up this matter seriously with Slovenian authorities in both New Delhi and Ljubljana. The MEA stressed that diplomatic premises are inviolable under the Vienna Convention. It is understood that some pro-Khalistani elements were involved in this reprehensible act. India is pushing for the accountability of the perpetrators responsible for the vandalism. 😠
india A 35-year-old man allegedly murdered his two daughters, aged five and 10, before attempting suicide at a five-star hotel near Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport on Monday. The girls were discovered deceased inside a room while the man was found unconscious with severe throat injuries in the same location. Authorities are currently examining CCTV footage and digital evidence related to the incident. A note referencing an alleged extramarital relationship was found, but its link to the deaths is unconfirmed. Further action will be taken based on the evidence gathered after the accused is medically fit. 😥
sports Sunil Gavaskar batted left-handed during a 1981-82 Ranji Trophy game to counter a bowler's threat. This occurred in Bengaluru while Bombay was facing a potential defeat against Karnataka. Raghuram Bhat, a left-arm orthodox spinner, had taken 5 wickets in the second innings. Gavaskar’s strategy was to make the ball turn into his pads instead of towards the slips. He batted left-handed for over 60 minutes, scoring an unbeaten 18 runs. 🏏
Gold prices have surged to a 10-week high recently. This rally is being driven by investor fear of missing out (FOMO) and strong demand from China. Specific price movements have seen increases across the board in the current market cycle. This upward trend is supported by global economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions. Analysts suggest the momentum could continue depending on future economic data releases. 📈
business A critical clause in Elon Musk's Tesla stock award could trigger a huge payout if a merger with SpaceX happens. This potential deal involves the automaker and rocket company, which investors have widely speculated about. The original $1 trillion target could be unlocked by an acquisition, potentially reaching $7.5 trillion with an $8.5 trillion bid. This clause essentially bypasses many performance goals set for the CEO. Musk's control over SpaceX gives him significant power in steering any such acquisition. 🚀
Wall Street markets finished with a lower closing bell due to ongoing jitters related to the Hormuz Strait. Investors are currently focused on the upcoming Consumer Price Index (CPI) data release for market direction. The latest figures are highly anticipated by traders globally. This economic data point could become the next major catalyst influencing stock movements. Market participants are waiting to see how the CPI data impacts trading sentiment next week. 📉
tech OPPO has launched the ColorOS 17 closed beta across China, India, and global markets for select flagship devices. This testing includes models from OPPO, OnePlus, and Realme, with a cap of 300 users per device. The initial builds are rolling out in two waves on August 11, 2026, and August 13, 2026. This update is significant because it marks the end of OxygenOS and Realme UI, consolidating software under ColorOS. Users can apply via Settings, but beta builds are expected to have bugs. 📱
tech Actual battery images of the iPhone 18 Pro Max have reportedly leaked in China recently. The leaks show a capacity of 5,391 mAh, matching an earlier rumor for the physical SIM model. It is therefore likely the eSIM variant will indeed have a 5,567 mAh battery. This means the 18 Pro Max sees a 9% to 12% boost over the 17 Pro Max. Apple is set to launch this model next month alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra. 🔋
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