🎗️ Vizag Collector pushes for stronger HIV/AIDS awareness

The Visakhapatnam district Collector, M. Abhishikth Kishore, called for boosting public awareness regarding HIV/AIDS to curb its spread. He and Joint Collector G. Vidyadhari released awareness material at the Collectorate. The Collector advised couples to get tested before pregnancy and avoid needle sharing on August 10, 2026. Discrimination against people with HIV is illegal under the 2017 Act, ensuring equal rights for them. People are urged to contact the APSACS helpline 1097 for accurate guidance.

😠 Mother declared dead, sons grab her property in Odisha

A 60-year-old woman, Aisha Bibi, alleged her two sons made her appear dead to steal her assets. This happened in Bhadrak district, Odisha, after an affidavit was filed around 2023. The sons used this false claim to transfer her house and land to their names. Aisha, who has six daughters, protested this fraud before the Bhadrak Superintendent of Police. Police subsequently registered a case and arrested her elder son, Sk Taufiq, and younger son, SK Mujaidin. 😠

🏛️ HC pulling officials: BJP blames Congress gov't

Telangana BJP president N. Ramchander Rao stated that the High Court pulling up senior officials shows executive and administrative failure by the Congress government. This issue is not limited to HYDRAA, which faced judicial scrutiny over selective action in various departments. He pointed out that HYDRAA and the HILT policy negatively impacted development by failing to provide solutions for polluting industries. Rao also alleged that educational institutions encroached on Saklam Lake without facing action despite court orders. The BJP plans an agitation after August 15 concerning issues like CURE tax revisions. 🧐

🎗️ Breast cancer: need for fair early detection access

Breast cancer remains a major public health issue in the US, with 316,950 women and 2,800 men diagnosed in 2025. Mammography is key, as it has helped reduce breast cancer mortality by nearly 40% since 1990. However, low-income individuals struggle with access to timely screenings, leading to late-stage diagnoses. The NBCCEDP program has screened over 6.4 million people for more than 30 years, identifying many cases. Sustained funding and personal action are crucial to ensure everyone gets this vital care. 🎗️

🎙️ Manoj Muntashir slams AR Rahman's views on industry

Lyricist Manoj Muntashir reacted strongly to AR Rahman's recent remarks regarding communalism and calling 'Chhaava' a propaganda film. Muntashir pointed out the success of prominent Muslims in India, questioning Rahman's personal concerns about work opportunities. He suggested that poor relationships or recent song performance might be the real issues, not communal bias. Muntashir also questioned why Rahman agreed to score 'Chhaava' if he felt strongly against its narrative. These comments reignited debates surrounding Rahman's past industry experiences and the film's messaging. 🤨

🏛️ Trump-backed crypto bill heads to senate vote

The US Senate is moving forward with the Clarity Act to create a federal regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. This legislation is being advanced by Republican lawmakers in the Senate, which is where the crucial vote will take place. The bill aims to classify digital assets as securities or commodities, and it includes ethics rules for politicians. Furthermore, it sets new guidelines for stablecoin rewards and toughens anti-money-laundering rules. Next, the bill will face a procedural vote in mid-September, requiring bipartisan support.

🌍 7.4 magnitude quake hits Colombia, 69 killed

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia on Monday, August 10, with its epicenter in Choco province on the Pacific coast. The tremors affected large areas, including Bogota, and resulted in at least 69 fatalities across the country. The quake occurred at 7:34 am local time, with a recorded depth of 79 km, according to the UNGRD. This event follows major earthquakes in Venezuela in late June, which caused massive destruction. President Abelardo de la Espriella announced he will personally oversee the recovery efforts in San Jose del Palmar.

🌍 Major 7.4 Quake Hits Colombia, Evacuations Underway

A major magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia this morning, with tremors felt in Venezuela and Ecuador as well. The epicenter was located in San José del Palmar, about 250 miles west of the capital, Bogotá. Governor Nubia Carolina Cordoba-Curi confirmed injuries and building damage in Quibdó, while damage assessment is ongoing. People quickly evacuated their homes to safety following the strong tremors. Officials are expected to release the first official report soon. 🌍

⚖️ Hindutva Ideologue TG Mohandas Gets Bail in Kerala

Hindutva ideologue TG Mohandas was granted bail by the Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Court in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday, August 10. The Thiruvananthapuram Cyber Police had arrested him on Sunday, August 9, for his harsh remarks about NEET protesters at Jantar Mantar. Mohandas argued his bail plea was about freedom of expression and claimed the case was politically motivated. He was released on the condition to cooperate with the investigation and avoid repeating the alleged offense. This followed his controversial YouTube videos where he made violent statements against student protesters. 😠

🌍 2025 climate report shows record gas levels 🌍

Global mean concentrations of carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide all reached record highs in 2025. This was detailed in the State of the Climate in 2025 report, compiled by numerous authors worldwide. Temperature metrics were above the 1991–2020 average, though gas concentrations hit new records. Carbon emissions from fires globally dropped by 26% compared to 2024. Glaciers continued to show a negative mass balance for the 38th consecutive year. 🧊

🦕 Lost dinosaur fossil rewrites ancestry map

A fossil named Silescelida acristata, living around 240 million years ago, was found in Dona Francisca, Rio Grande do Sul. This small, four-limbed reptile helps fill gaps in archosauriformes evolution, which led to crocodiles and dinosaurs. Researchers from UFSM, UFRGS, and PUCRS published this finding in Scientific Reports. The fossil shows early relatives of archosaurs experimenting with locomotion before dinosaurs rose. This discovery expands the known distribution of related species across the globe. 🦕