🏛️ Trump skips Pakistan in Iran peace talks

US President Donald Trump omitted Pakistan from the list of countries involved in Washington-Tehran talks on Monday. He credited Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar for supporting the diplomatic push, stating it was Iran's "last chance." Despite this, Pakistan quickly moved to reinforce its role as a mediator between the two sides. Meanwhile, the Iranian Foreign Ministry endorsed Pakistan's existing mediating capacity in US-Iran issues. Pakistan's officials followed up by inviting high-level Iranian figures to Islamabad for regional consultations.

🔥 Fire hits under-construction wing at Thrissur Medical College

A fire erupted at the under-construction Mother and Child Hospital building at Government Medical College Hospital in Thrissur on Tuesday. Smoke was visible billowing from the third floor of the structure. Hospital officials confirmed the building was not yet in use for patients. The suspected cause of the blaze was identified as a short circuit. Fire and Rescue Services contained the incident, with no injuries reported.

🚨 NCPCR launches probe into Meta over child ads

The NCPCR has officially started an inquiry into Meta Platforms Inc. regarding advertisements linked to CSEAM. This action followed the Commission taking cognizance of a BBC Eye investigation and issuing a notice on July 3, 2026. The inquiry decision came after examining Meta's reply submitted about a week after receiving the notice. The body will now investigate the issues raised by the BBC Eye report and Meta's response to establish facts. No specific timeline or scope for the ongoing inquiry has been immediately provided.

🐄 Protest demands cattle underpass in Kozhikode

A protest was launched calling for a cattle underpass (CUP) on the national highway in Chombala. Janakeeya Prakshobha Samithi organized the demonstration near the Chombala mini stadium in Kozhikode. Protesters cited concerns about access to the Government Veterinary Hospital and the mini stadium after NH construction. This hospital serves people from Azhiyur, Onchiyam, Eramala, Chorode, and Mahe. The protest pandal was inaugurated by Vadakara block panchayat president Kottayil Radhakrishnan.

🗳️ Michigan primary tests Dem party's direction

The contest between progressive Abdul El-Sayed and moderate Haley Stevens is a major test for the Democratic Party in Michigan. This primary is crucial as the winner faces Republican Mike Rogers for the Senate seat in November. The race, happening in the 2026 midterms, hinges on issues like US support for Israel and outside spending influence. El-Sayed champions progressive views, while Stevens backs the establishment and supports continued aid. The outcome could signal the party's ideological path forward ahead of 2028.

🧠 AI spots long-term health risks during sleep

Researchers developed a transformer-based foundation model using over 10,000 clinical polysomnography recordings. This model analyzed multimodal sleep physiology to separate patients into five stable risk groups. The highest-risk group showed a mortality hazard ratio of 2.38 compared to the lowest-risk group. Conventional apnea-hypopnea index categories were not significantly associated with mortality, proving the model's edge. This AI approach might help flag patients for early neurological or cardiovascular assessment.

😠 fight erupts at CWG over media conduct

A physical fight broke out between an Indian official and a para coach at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The altercation involved IOA media member Sarvesh Kedia and chief para athletics coach Satyanarayana. This incident happened on Thursday after Dilip Mahadu Gavit won gold and Mohammad Basil claimed silver. Coaches and athletes filed formal complaints with the Sports Ministry and IOA regarding Kedia's alleged misbehaviour. Authorities are now expected to take appropriate action following these official grievances. 😠

✊ Four hold hunger strike against NEET in Chennai

An indefinite hunger strike against NEET has entered its fourth day in Chennai’s Koyambedu on August 4. Four individuals, Dhanasekhar, Jeeva, Puliyanthopp Mohan, and Ravi, are part of the Ban NEET Movement, led by S Manirathinam. The protest continues despite Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation on July 25. The group demands a ban on NEET and freedom for states to set medical college entrance criteria based on Plus Two marks. The strike will persist until these core demands are met by the authorities. ✊

🐒 Monkeys Test AI: Jungle Trial Reveals Smart Moves

Wild monkeys were introduced to an artificial intelligence computer system deep within the jungle. Researchers conducted this experiment involving a group of primates in a specific forest location. The study monitored their interactions over a period starting in March 2023. This trial aimed to gain deeper insights into the cognitive abilities of wild primates. Future research will further explore the complexity of their problem-solving skills.

🔬 Ayurvedic college partners with RARI for research boost

Dr. NRS Government Ayurvedic College has signed an MoU with the Regional Ayurveda Research Institute (RARI) in Vijayawada. This partnership is designed to promote mutual cooperation across academic exchange and collaborative research areas. The agreement includes joint projects, clinical studies, and faculty/student exchanges for learning. This collaboration is set to strengthen the college's research ecosystem significantly. It is expected to benefit students, scholars, and healthcare pros with new opportunities. 🔬

🧠 Zebrafish brain mirrors mammal sensory processing

A new study in Science shows a shared logic for sensory processing across vertebrate brains. Researchers led by Prof. Emre Yakşi examined zebrafish brain function at NTNU and KUTTAM. The study covered visual and vibrational stimuli observed on a date not specified. This reveals a hierarchical system where separate signals are gradually integrated into unified perception. Next, the team plans to look at the cellular and molecular identities of these circuits.