🛡️ WhatsApp's on-device scam detection is here

WhatsApp has rolled out an early version of Scam Alert, an optional security feature using on-device machine learning. This feature analyzes incoming messages on the user's phone without sending content to Meta or third parties. The beta rollout began, allowing security researchers to examine the technical architecture and privacy protections. It aims to fight sophisticated fraud like impersonation while maintaining end-to-end encryption. Users can now see Scam Alert activity within the app settings.

🔬 Ultra-Processed Foods & Prostate Cancer Risk

A study found a link between consuming ultra-processed foods and a significantly higher risk of developing prostate cancer. Researchers at Technology Networks conducted this investigation, focusing on dietary patterns. The data analyzed showed increased risks correlating with high intake over several years. This highlights the potential long-term health impacts of modern food consumption habits. Further research is needed to fully understand the mechanism behind this connection. 🔬

🧠 IIT alum's wild AI journey leads to massive Meta offer

Meta reportedly offered nearly Rs 800 crore to Trapit Bansal, an AI researcher. He is an alumnus of IIT Kanpur and later studied at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. His journey includes internships at Facebook, Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI before joining OpenAI in 2022. He was key in developing OpenAI's reasoning models and moved to Meta in 2025. His path shows that deep expertise, not just quick learning, drives big opportunities.

🏥 Sukhbir Badal under surgery for hand injury

Sukhbir Badal is currently undergoing surgery on his hand following an attack. The incident occurred in a specific location, though details aren't provided in the immediate update. No specific numbers or dates were mentioned in the live coverage of the event. This procedure is happening to address the injury sustained during the attack. Updates on his recovery and condition are expected to follow soon. 🏥

💉 Trump's vaccine plan needs decades-old shots

President Donald Trump's executive order proposes breaking down combination childhood vaccines like MMR into separate injections. This plan would require drugmakers to revive individual vaccines not widely used in the US for decades. The order mandates federal officials develop plans within 90 days for this overhaul. Experts argue this move lacks scientific basis and would dramatically increase costs and visits for parents. Ultimately, the FDA cannot legally force manufacturers to implement these radical changes. 💉

🛡️ Sukhbir Badal attacked, Nihang Sikh tradition explained 🛡️

Former Punjab deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked at a gurdwara in Nanded, Maharashtra, resulting in an injury to his hand. The incident involved a Nihang Sikh, Jaspal Singh, who was subsequently arrested by the police. This event follows a June confrontation in Rudraprayag district where Nihang Sikhs protested at a gurdwara. Nihangs are a traditional warrior order within Sikhism, tracing back to Guru Gobind Singh's Khalsa in 1699. They maintain distinct martial traditions, often seen in their blue attire and weaponry.

🛡️ Nihang Sikh arrested after attacking Sukhbir Badal

A Nihang Sikh, Jaspal Singh, was arrested after attacking Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal in Nanded. The incident took place this afternoon at Mata Sahib Gurduwara in Nanded, Maharashtra. Singh, a two-year sevadar, attacked Badal with a kirpan on August 13, 2026. He claimed the attack was due to Badal's alleged responsibility for the state's drug menace. Both Badal and an accompanying police inspector are currently receiving treatment at Yashosai Hospital. 🏥

🗡️ Nihang Group Attacks Former Punjab CM in Maharashtra

A sword attack took place on former Punjab Chief Minister Sukhbir Badal. The incident occurred in Maharashtra involving members of a Nihang group. While specific dates and numbers were not provided in the report, the attack was reported in Chandigarh News. This event highlights ongoing political tensions and clashes in the region. Authorities are expected to investigate the attack and take necessary legal action. 🗡️

😟 Domino's outlets suspended by Maharashtra FDA

The Maharashtra Food & Drug Administration has suspended the food-business licenses for four Domino's Pizza outlets. This action was taken against Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd. in the state of Maharashtra. The suspension followed inspections that uncovered multiple food-safety and hygiene violations across the locations. These violations indicate significant lapses in operational standards within the outlets. Further actions will be determined by the FDA based on compliance checks. 😟

✨ Webb spots 'black hole star' object 🤯

The James Webb Space Telescope discovered a new cosmic object dubbed a "black hole star" or BH star. This object, MoM-BH*-1, was observed roughly 660 million years after the Big Bang. It shines with an intense red glow and releases way more energy than a regular star, yet doesn't fit typical quasar profiles. This finding might explain how supermassive black holes grew so fast in the early universe. Scientists are now closely examining this to understand this potential new astrophysical phenomenon.

⚖️ Can legislature silence free speech? SC weighs in

A seven-judge Constitution Bench will start hearing petitions regarding legislative privilege vs. free speech. This case involves The Hindu's 2003 editorial criticizing Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa in the Tamil Nadu State Assembly. The original issue dates back to April 2003, when the Assembly tried to arrest five senior journalists. The apex court is examining if critical speech breaches legislative privilege under Article 194. The matter has seen multiple referrals, with the next key hearing set for August 12, 2026. ⚖️