health The popularity of e-cigarettes has increased significantly as a supposed safer alternative to tobacco. In Britain, the number of adult vapers rose from 2.3 million in 2015 to 5.4 million by 2025. These brightly coloured, sweet-flavoured devices have seen a major surge in use. Despite being marketed as a quitting aid, the devices are causing noticeable health damage. Experts are now looking closely at the long-term effects of this rising trend. 💨
sports The Undertaker and Michelle McCool have built significant financial empires from their professional wrestling careers. As of 2026, The Undertaker is estimated to have a net worth of $17 Million, while McCool is valued between $4-5.2 million. Their combined estimated net worth for 2026 is between $21 million and $22.2 million. This wealth stems from WWE deals, licensing, merchandise, and media appearances rather than current competition. Their legacy ensures ongoing income through nostalgia and fan connection moving forward. 💰
sports Joseph Eckland played a nerveless 68 not out to help Gloucestershire defeat Northamptonshire by three wickets. The match took place at Cheltenham in the Metro Bank One Day Cup on August 11, 2026. Steelbacks posted 308, with McSweeney scoring 79 and Bartlett hitting 75. This chase was set up by Bancroft and Bracey before Eckland took charge of the innings. Gloucestershire successfully chased the target with four balls remaining to secure the victory. 🏏
india An FIR has been registered regarding the rushed cremation of a doctor who was raped and murdered at R.G. Kar Medical College in Kolkata. This action followed Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's intervention to question why the victim was cremated prematurely. The victim's father named three individuals in the fresh complaint filed on Monday, August 10. Allegations now include criminal conspiracy and evidence destruction, with the police investigating the cremation process. This new probe runs separately from the CBI's ongoing rape and murder investigation. 🧐
Christ University Vice-Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Joseph C.C., has been awarded the rank of Honorary Colonel. This honour recognizes his significant contributions to education, youth development, and service. The conferment happened during a special event at the university. Also at this event, a book called “March On... A Journey of Excellence and Service” was released. This book details the evolution and national contributions of the National Cadet Corps (NCC).
india Rekha Gupta sharply criticized the Aam Aadmi Party regarding audit reports. She stated that the necessary funds were available, but the required intent was lacking within the party. The criticism specifically referenced the findings from recent audits conducted across various departments. This points to procedural or ethical issues despite financial resources being present. Gupta suggested that stricter accountability mechanisms need to be put in place immediately. 🧐
india IMD initially reported that Delhi had surpassed its average August rainfall, but the agency later corrected the figures. This happened in Delhi, where the IMD revised its total from 234.5mm to 197.2mm. The initial error was linked to an incorrect rainfall entry on August 6th, which was changed from 56mm to 18.7mm. The agency confirmed the error, stating the Capital was still short of its expected quota. Moving forward, IMD predicts very light to light rain for Wednesday and Thursday. 🌧️
tech OpenAI has released its ChatGPT desktop app for Linux on Tuesday, bringing together ChatGPT, ChatGPT Work, and Codex. This preview version supports Ubuntu 24.04, 26.04 LTS, Debian 13, and Fedora 43 and 44 with native packages. While it supports core features like Voice, native Computer Use for interacting with desktop apps is not available at launch. This launch fulfills a highly requested platform extension across major desktop operating systems.
The District Collector of Visakhapatnam urged residents to hoist the national flag during the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. This initiative is set to run across the district from August 13 to August 15. Several government programs, part of 'Partners in Nation Building' and 'Ane Nenu', are happening between August 10 and August 15. A major plantation drive is scheduled for August 14, alongside illumination at key public places. Citizens are encouraged to participate by taking pledges and posting social media videos.
science NASA sent a new software update, nicknamed 'Big Bang,' to the Voyager 2 space probe from nearly 13.3 billion miles away. This update adjusted power use for the probe, which is currently in interstellar space beyond the stars. The changes simultaneously turned off some devices and replaced them with lower-power options to conserve energy. This action should allow the probe to keep its three remaining instruments running for at least one extra year. NASA plans to apply a similar update to Voyager 1 soon. 🛰️
india A witness identified the victim's motorcycle parts and helmet during the trial concerning journalist K.M. Basheer's death. The witness, Sajir, an auto-rickshaw driver from Vilappilsala, also identified the number plate presented in court on Tuesday. The trial has seen 12 witnesses examined so far, with one witness having turned hostile. Sajir confirmed reaching the scene only after the accident, so he did not see the driver or how the incident occurred. Furthermore, the witness identified seven items recovered from the car driven by the accused IAS officer Sriram Venkitaraman.
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