No need for masks as H1N1 drives seasonal flu surge, says ICMR chief
With 99% of cases remaining mild, ICMR advises basic hygiene over masks and recommends flu shots only for high-risk individuals.
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U.S. airman faces charges for criticizing Trump over Iran war
The charges against Major Jason Watson are believed to be the first time in U.S. military history that a major has been charged under Article 88.
- Major Jason Watson, a 40-year-old U.S. Airman, faces criminal charges.
- Charges stem from criticizing President Trump over the Iran war.
- Watson's actions led to two detentions and public charges under military law.
CIA Director Arrives in Moscow for ‘Meetings,’ Reports Say
The reports come after a U.S. military transport plane landed in the Russian capital, which the Kremlin claimed it knew nothing about.
Qatar Museums to Present Uzbekistan: Heritage in motion in September
Qatar Museums (QM) will open Uzbekistan: Heritage in Motion, a landmark exhibition organised by the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) in partnership with the Art and Culture Development Foundation (ACDF) of...
Montreal airport worker dies after being struck by plane
Officials say staff and passengers on board the plane who witnessed the the plane strike the man have received support resources following the event.
Roberta Campos in Campinas: Free Folk Show on 29 August
Roberta Campos brings her free 'Coisas de Viver' show to Campinas on 29 August, closing Sesi's part in Campinas Music Week. Reserve a seat through Meu Sesi.
Argentina reaches field hockey World Cup semis with both men’s and women’s teams
The Leonas and Leones are one of just two nations with both teams in the semifinals of the simultaneous tournaments La entrada Argentina reaches field hockey World Cup semis with both men’s and…
Sex sells and wins votes – and the Democrats know it | Arwa Mahdawi
Wonder why they’re posting flirty photos and wearing tight T-shirts? It’s a thirst trap strategy in motion Despite being a card-carrying member of the International Order of Confirmed Homosexuals, I…
Ukraine mapped Russia’s Su-35 down to individual control units—and found 22 firms nobody has sanctioned
The names cover engines, guidance, jamming gear, and the air-to-air missiles the aircraft fires.
China’s Top Refiner Seeks Transformation amid Falling Fuel Sales
The world’s biggest oil refiner, China’s state-held Sinopec, is looking to transform its business as domestic fuel sales crumble amid the electric vehicle boom.
Kindle prices have bumped, but you can still save on this top Kindle alternative at Amazon
The XTEINK X3 is on sale at Amazon for $63.19, down from the list price of $79. That's a 20% discount.
Uber just launched live video streaming for teen rides. Here's how to use it.
Uber launches a live-stream feature, letting guardians view trips, as the company addresses safety concerns.
- Uber introduces live video streaming feature for teen rides
- Parents can monitor teens' journeys in real-time
- Pilot program in nine US cities including Atlanta
CIA Director John Ratcliffe on secret trip in Russia
A U.S. Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III transport plane was spotted at a Moscow airport, along with a U.S. diplomatic motorcade, according to public reports.
Volta, Oti cocoa farmers cry over unpaid beans
COCOA farmers in the Volta and Oti Regions have called on the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) to pay them monies owed for cocoa beans supplied to licensed buyers since November 2025.
‘I carried used condom from home’: Medic accused of raping dialysis patient acquitted
Wabwile was accused of unlawfully penetrating the adult patient, identified in the judgment as M.T.K., at Pandya Memorial Hospital.
MBWP perkenal 2 inisiatif berimpak tinggi untuk orang muda
Batik Seri Madani dan Malaysia Film Industry Expo (MFIX) disasar membuka peluang kerja, komersial karya tempatan serta hubung pasaran antarbangsa.
Japanese Yen: BoJ September risk looms in flat range against US Dollar – Scotiabank
Scotiabank strategists Shaun Osborne and Eric Theoret note USD/JPY trading in a relatively flat range between 158.00 and the mid-159s as the Japanese Yen (JPY) underperforms most G10 currencies.
Africa’s medical regulators converge on Accra
President John Dramani Mahama has called for stronger and more responsive regulation of Africa’s health sector to protect patients as Artificial Intelligence (AI), telemedicine and cross-border…
LIV returnees should 'eat humble pie' - Faldo
Sir Nick Faldo says LIV golfers seeking a return to the DP World Tour may have to "eat a bit of humble pie" before regaining eligibility for the European-based circuit.
Sports fans on a budget should snag this 75-inch Samsung M70H Mini LED TV for its best price ever
The 75-inch Samsung M70H Mini LED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for only $566.41, which is a 22% discount and its best price on record.
US Consumer Confidence Falls on Jobs, Business Outlook
US consumer confidence fell in August to the worst since the start of the year as the Conference Board’s gauge of confidence decreased 0.8 points to 89.4 after a downward revision to the prior month.
Apple’s ‘new’ polishing cloth is the same except $10 cheaper
Apple just dropped a new polishing cloth, and unlike its refreshed Mac Mini models, it comes with a price cut, as spotted earlier by MacRumors.
India court to re-hear Volkswagen's challenge to $1.4 billion tax demand, sources say
NEW DELHI: An Indian court will re-hear Volkswagen’s challenge to a $1.4 billion tax demand for allegedly undervaluing some auto imports, according to two sources with direct knowledge of the matter.
M6 Mac mini vs M4 Mac mini: Here are all the new features
Today Apple launched a new Mac mini , available in M6 and M5 Pro configurations. Here’s everything new compared to the M4 and M4 Pro Mac mini models.
Explore a rare collection of LGBTQ+ children’s books dating back to 1969.
The Mechanics’ Institute, one of the oldest cultural institutions on the West Coast, is now home to a thrilling archive of LGBTQ+ children’s literature.
'A dream come true': Sihoo Doro C300 Pro V2 ergonomic office chair offers adaptive lumbar support, 8D armrests and a 135-degree recline, and it's a price cut in the Labor Day and back-to-school sale
We called the Sihoo Doro C300 Pro V2 ergonomic office chair 'robust' and 'comfortable', with adaptive lumbar support, a 135-degree recline and 8D armrests.
Samaritan Health Services, MultiCare Health System merger approved by Oregon regulator
The affiliation approved by the nonprofits' boards would create an 18-hospital system with more than $7.5 billion in revenues—and give MultiCare an acute care foothold in Oregon.
How to self-host your own AI agent
Learn how to self-host an OpenClaw AI agent using Docker. Pair it with Open WebUI to get a browser-based chat interface that’s easy to use.
Robotaxis: Driverless taxis in Munich – Waymo announces start for 2027
Alphabet subsidiary Waymo is bringing autonomous taxis to Munich. The first test vehicles will be on the road soon. How safe is the system really and what can passengers expect?
CLEAResult Strengthens Utility Demand Management Portfolio with Acquisition of Connected Energy
AUSTIN, Texas — CLEAResult, the largest provider of energy efficiency, energy transition, and energy sustainability services in North America, has acquired Connected Energy, a technology company…
Apple Quietly Refreshes Magic Keyboards
Apple today quietly introduced updated Magic Keyboard models with revised U.S. English key labeling. On the new keyboards, the tab, caps lock, shift, return, and delete keycaps are labeled with glyphs…
LB Ex-Dividend Reminder - 8/27/26
Looking at the universe of stocks we cover at Dividend Channel, on 8/27/26, Landbridge Company LLC Class A Shares Representing (Symbol: LB) will trade ex-dividend, for its quarterly dividend of $0.12…
Arte Foto Florianópolis Puts 38 Photographers on Show
Arte Foto Florianópolis 2026 opens on 27 August with 38 photographers and a Cuban special guest at the Helena Fretta Galeria de Arte in Florianópolis.
- 38 photographers from Santa Catarina featured in 11th Arte Foto Fair
- Fair runs from 27 August to 19 September 2026 at Helena Fretta Galeria de Arte
- Special guest Cuban artist Yanahara Mauri Villarreal adds international presence
A love letter to Sweetings, the City’s oldest restaurant
Ahead of our Toast the City Awards this October, we pay homage to Sweetings, the City’s oldest restaurant Britain is a country steeped in tradition and often too wedded to the past, but it also proved…
ROG’s new gaming mice are built for esports, but your spreadsheets will thank you too
ASUS ROG announced the Gladius IV Ace and Spatha X 65K gaming mice at Gamescom 2026, along with new esports partnerships and a fresh Instagram channel for fans.
Families bear hidden costs of finding safety
Led by La Trobe University, the research sheds light on a largely overlooked question in response to family violence: What does it cost families to become safe?
Young golden eagles leave their parents' territory late
When a young golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) finally leaves its parents' territory, it leaves behind the only safety net it has ever known. Until now, biologists had assumed that eagles took this step as soon as they could fly well enough to survive on their own.
The brain isn't hardwired to read—here's how we pull it off and why some are better at it than others
For an experienced reader, recognizing the words on this page feels effortless. Yet, evolutionarily speaking, your brain shouldn't be able to read. Reading has existed for too short a time to have shaped a dedicated center in the brain.
Update – ZenaTech Completes Acquisition of ESM Software, Adding Strategy Execution and Compliance Software to its Enterprise SaaS Division, with Revenue from Government, Healthcare and Financial Services Customers
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) (“ZenaTech”), a technology solution provider specializing in AI (Artificial…
Germany’s Infineon is acquiring Bengaluru’s C2i Semiconductors
Infineon’s acquisition of C2i strengthens its AI data-centre power-management capabilities, combining digital power expertise with semiconductor scale as rising AI workloads intensify electricity and…
US Dollar: Credibility risks for USD – TD Securities
TD Securities argues that Jackson Hole is more about Federal Reserve (Fed) credibility than new guidance for the US Dollar (USD).
The profit illusion: Why Nigeria’s corporate billions aren’t making Nigerians richer
The profit illusion: Why Nigeria’s corporate billions aren’t making Nigerians richer The post The profit illusion: Why Nigeria’s corporate billions aren’t making Nigerians richer appeared first on…
- Corporate profits in Nigeria stem from workers like POS vendor Ade.
- Nigeria's brewing sector grew 35%, but beer consumption declines 2.8% annually.
- Telecommunications tariffs nearly doubled, affecting millions' livelihoods.
Regular supplement use more important than timing, study finds
A new study shows that consistency in taking dietary supplements matters more than timing for most people.
AI cost scrutiny is a win for LegalTech
Rising AI costs have become a talking point for LegalTech, and other industries, as the initial exuberance over agentic AI has waned.
Billboard Affirms Commitment to Transparency Around AI-Generated Music
Billboard is optimistic about new tools that will tag and identify AI-created songs, including Luminate's proprietary AI detection program.
- Billboard commits to transparency around AI-generated music on August 25.
- Identifying AI-influenced songs on charts and editorial coverage.
- Collaboration with industry stakeholders for accurate music representation.
Germany Eyes Bigger Business Relationship With Pakistan
Germany is looking to expand its business and economic relationship with Pakistan, with German Ambassador Ina Lepel reaffirming interest in … Read More The post Germany Eyes Bigger Business…
More US employers to drop weight-loss drugs in 2027, as healthcare costs increase
- 14% of U.S. employers plan to stop using GLP-1 weight-loss drugs by 2027
- Healthcare costs expected to rise 9.2% in 2027 from 8.5% in 2026
- Pharmacy costs, accounting for a quarter of employers' healthcare spending, to increase 12% in 2027
Heart capillaries may build natural bypasses for blood flow after heart attacks
The heart powers a busy highway of arteries and vessels, providing a constant to-and-fro passage for blood. During a heart attack, this passage becomes blocked, usually when a blood clot forms on…
Poor mental health in new parents predicts worse sleep months later
New parents expect to lose sleep, but a new longitudinal study reveals that early postpartum depression and anxiety can predict worse perceived sleep quality months later, creating a cycle of distress…
OpenAI built a chip in nine months. Then it let AI rewrite the code.
When OpenAI unveiled Jalapeño, its first custom inference chip, in June, the company made some big promises. The chip, developed The post OpenAI built a chip in nine months.
The hidden physics behind the shape of rose thorns
Roses are known for their thorns, the sharp structures that can sting and prickle the skin. Thorns, botanically known as prickles, are thought to discourage animals from feeding on plants and may also…
How much sleep do I need? Why you can forget the eight‑hour sleep rule
For decades, the answer to "how much sleep does an adult need?" has been simple: eight hours. The idea dates back to the mid-19th century, when the notion of eight hours of work, eight for recreation…
Frequency and prognostic outcomes of emergency diagnosis in 13 non-neoplastic conditions in England: A population-based cohort study using linked electronic health records of 1.7 million patients
by Emma Whitfield, Becky White, Matthew E. Barclay, Meena Rafiq, Nadine Zakkak, Marta Berglund, Hardeep Singh, Sean McPhail, Spiros Denaxas, Georgios Lyratzopoulos Background In patients with cancer…
Astronauts make history repairing the ISS | Space photo of the day for Aug. 25, 2026
ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot and NASA astronaut Anil Menon complete a spacewalk on Aug. 18, 2026.
On this day in space! Aug. 25, 1997: NASA launches Advanced Composition Explorer to track solar wind and so much more
On Aug. 25, 1997, NASA launched the Advanced Composition Explorer, or ACE satellite to study energetic particles traveling through space, including solar wind and space weather.
Ritual solstice structure 1,000 years older than Stonehenge unearthed in Czech Republic
Archaeologists have discovered a prehistoric ritual structure oriented to the sun and moon in the Czech Republic.
Luminate to Add Labels to AI Music Later This Year
The move follows several announcements by streaming services and the record business to pursue labels for AI content earlier this summer.
OpenAI says its Jalapeño chip can power faster AI responses than the competition
OpenAI says its new AI chip, Jalapeño, completes tasks more efficiently and returns responses faster than other AI systems, according to a blog post published on Tuesday. During a briefing with reporters, OpenAI hardware vice president Richard Ho said Jalapeño offers the "best of both worlds" with lower latency and higher throughput, as…
Even Babies Are Still Way Better at Learning Than AI Models
"We still have to burn down a forest and scrape the entire sum of all human knowledge to re-create this milestone that happens in our living rooms over the course of a year." The post Even Babies Are Still Way Better at Learning Than AI Models appeared first on Futurism .
Australia bans AI-generated music—only ‘substantially human made’ music is eligible to make the charts
ARIA's chief executive said "These changes reflect our intent to remain dynamic and promote the human nature of artistry."