🚨 WordPress login flaw lets hackers run code remotely

A critical vulnerability chain, CVE-2026-64638 (XSS2Shell), allows an attacker to achieve remote code execution on a server. This issue was found in WordPress Core, affecting over 500 million sites globally. The exploit begins via a failed login attempt on wp-login.php, leveraging parser disagreements. This chain can escalate to full remote code execution if an admin interacts with a malicious page. WordPress released an emergency fix in version 7.0.3 on August 6, 2026. 🛠️

⛈️ Rain alerts out, but are schools actually closing? 🌧️

The India Meteorological Department has issued heavy to very-heavy rainfall warnings across multiple regions, including Delhi-NCR, Kerala, and Odisha for Saturday, August 8. Authorities have confirmed there is no single nationwide mandate to shut down educational institutions across India. Decisions for closures are entirely up to state governments and local district administrations based on ground realities. For instance, schools in Ernakulam and Thrissur in Kerala are closed due to a red alert, while Delhi schools remain open for now. Students should check official communications from their district magistrates for final updates.

⚖️ Court slams FDA for overreacting against Amazon

The Bombay High Court criticized the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for taking excessive action against Amazon Retail India's warehouse. The bench questioned the drastic move of shutting down commercial establishments instead of systematic enforcement. Amazon challenged the FDA after it suspended its Bhiwandi warehouse license on June 25 following a June 24 visit. Judges noted that license cancellation during an appeal period is against settled law. The High Court mandated that procedure must be followed while implementing policies. ⚖️

⚽ Barcelona eyeing sale of young midfielder Tommy Marques

Barcelona is reportedly open to selling 19-year-old midfielder Tommy Marques before the summer transfer window closes. Manchester City is interested in acquiring the player, potentially loaning him to Girona for development. Braga and Borussia Dortmund are also noted as having strong interest in the La Masia prospect. Rodri's expected arrival at Barcelona has crowded the midfield, making a move necessary for the player. The club prefers a permanent sale with a buyback clause to retain future control. 🏃‍♂️

🏆 Notts cruise to win over Northants in Cup action

Nottinghamshire defeated Northamptonshire by six wickets at Chesterfield in the One-Day Cup. The match took place on August 07, 2026, at the Queen's Park ground borrowed from Derbyshire. Freddie McCann scored a career-best 91, while Haseeb Hameed contributed 51 runs in the chase. This win boosts Notts to 16 points with two matches remaining in the tournament. The Outlaws successfully moved towards the knock-out stage after two consecutive away defeats. 🏏

🧐 DMK weighs in on Vijay's delimitation meeting

A heated debate erupted in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly regarding DMK MP attendance at a crucial meeting. Minister Aadhav Arjuna questioned Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin about participation in the August 8 consultation. The meeting, chaired by CM Joseph Vijay, aims to discuss the Centre's proposed constituency delimitation exercise. Arjuna stressed that delimitation is a 'grave challenge' requiring a unified state political front. Udhayanidhi confirmed his party leader M K Stalin will consult internally before making a final decision. 🧐

💣 Messi targeted in shocking World Cup security threats

A leaked police file detailed major security threats during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Argentina's Lionel Messi was reportedly the primary target of multiple terror threats throughout the tournament. Serious incidents included a caller mentioning bombs and an AR-15 before the Argentina vs Jordan match. Another threat involved an X user claiming they would 'blow up Messi with four bombs strapped to my body' during the July 7 meeting with Egypt. Joint security operations, including the FBI, monitored these incidents against players and officials. 💣

💰 The Odyssey hits $1 Billion in Sales

Christopher Nolan's epic film, "The Odyssey," has surpassed the $1 billion mark in global ticket sales. It generated $429.65 million domestically and $578.8 million internationally across three weeks. This achievement makes it Nolan's highest-grossing film, beating "The Dark Knight Rises." The movie will soon be the highest-grossing on Imax, which contributed $257 million. The film is expected to continue drawing audiences through the summer and into the fall. 🎬

🧐 Half of Bengaluru voters under ASDDO category

In Bengaluru, nearly 11.93 lakh electors are now listed under the ASDDO category during the Special Intensive Revision. This figure is almost as large as the 12.49 lakh votes cast in the 2024 Lok Sabha election. For Bengaluru South, 50.5% of the current electorate is in ASDDO, which is a major anomaly. Officials cite suspected duplicate voters as the reason for these high ASDDO numbers. Voters marked under ASDDO risk deletion unless they prove they were miscategorized. 🧐

🔮 iPhone 18 Pro rumors point to big chip and new features

Rumors suggest the iPhone 18 Pro will feature an A20 Pro chip built on a 2nm process and a C2 modem. This device is expected to launch in September 2026, with specific event dates rumored for September 9, 2026. Design-wise, it should keep the iPhone 17 Pro's look but may have a thicker camera plateau. Potential colors include Dark Cherry, Light Blue, Dark Gray, and Silver. The next steps involve production testing and the official announcement event in late 2026. 📱

💰 India's forex reserves hit new high

India's forex reserves increased by $10.512 billion, reaching $692.866 billion according to the RBI. This rise happened during the week ending July 31, with the previous week's total being $682.354 billion. Foreign currency assets grew by $8.75 billion to $564.68 billion in that week. The government recently launched measures like FCNR(B) to attract more forex inflows to the country. Gold reserves also saw an increase of $1.685 billion to $104.743 billion during the period. 📈