Google Pixel 11 Pro XL Alleged Hands-On Images Leak, Revealing Matte Black, Dune Colourways
The Google Pixel 11 series is all set to be unveiled at the Made by Google event on August 12. Ahead of their anticipated debut, alleged hands-on images of the Pixel 11 Pro XL have now surfaced online. It appears to have the familiar Pixel design, while introducing the new notification light. Meanwhile, a retail box also reveals another colour option of the purported handset. Google has also teased both shades of the Pixel 11 Pro XL in a recent social media post.
Aiming to refute a report from Jefferies analyst Edison Lee earlier today that claimed Apple's all-glass iPhone planned for the device's 20th anniversary next year has been canceled, Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman says that the glass-centric redesign remains on track for 2027 . Gurman says that the 20th-anniversary iPhone will make heavy use of glass, with the front and rear wrapping around the edges to sandwich a thin metal band. The company expects to launch iPhone Pro models next year that will make use of a new glassy look, according to the people, who asked not to be identified because the work is confidential. Glass is used on the front and back of the phones known internally as V73 and V74 and the material will curve into the sides of the devices, with a metal band in the middle. Gurman does mention a more aspirational version that used even more glass, but says that design was scrapped early on in the development cycle. It's possible that this more ambitious design is the one Lee was referring to in today's report, but Gurman implies that it was discarded some time ago, rather than being a more recent development as Lee had suggested. Lee's report also appeared to suggest that the all-glass design would have been for an all-new model, saying the Jefferies analysts believed Apple's plan was to extend the all-glass features to future iPhone Pro and Pro Max models, but we have not heard anything about such a potential additional model in quite some time. All recent rumors have been pointing toward the glass-heavy design already being for the Pro and Pro Max models in next year's lineup. Tags: 20th-Anniversary iPhone , Bloomberg , Mark Gurman This article, Apple Still Planning 'Glass-Centric' iPhone Redesign for 2027 first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple is working on Apple Reference Image, a photo provenance system that will verify if an image was captured with an iPhone. References to the feature were found in a privacy disclosure included in iOS 27 beta 5, but it is not live yet. According to the text, there will be a Reference mode option in the Camera app that users can select. Using this mode will embed provenance data in the image's metadata. Images captured with an opt-in Reference mode can be authenticated to confirm they were taken with an iPhone. Authenticating is done by tapping the Reference badge on the image, which sends the raw image, sensor signatures, capture time frame, and the unique hardware identifiers of the sensor to Apple's Private Cloud Compute (PCC) servers. PCC uses the information to determine whether the camera captured the photo, gives it a unique ID, and then returns an authenticated version to the user's device. When authenticating a photo, Apple receives sensor data, a hash, and the assessment results, but not the raw photo. Apple can refuse to authenticate images from a sensor that might be compromised, and it can retroactively revoke a sensor's past authentications. Authenticated photos can be viewed on an iPhone, iPad , or Mac, and the Reference badge can also be clicked on a Mac. Images have to be captured in Apple's specific Reference mode to be authenticated, which suggests it's a feature aimed at pro photographers, journalists, and others who need to verify images. There may also be a video component, since Apple's disclosure mentions photos or videos and uncropped footage. Reference mode offers hardware-backed evidence that an image was captured with a physical camera sensor, which is useful at a time when AI can generate realistic-looking images. AI images are often watermarked or labeled through metadata to make sure they can be identified as fake, including images from Image Playground . Camera manufacturers like Leica, Sony, and Nikon use C2PA Content Credentials for authentication, and Google also adopted it for the Pixel 10 lineup. Apple's authentication system sounds like it serves a similar purpose. Related Roundups: iOS 27 , iPadOS 27 This article, iOS 27 Hints at 'Apple Reference Image' Photo Authentication first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Everything New in iOS 27 Beta 5
We're a little over a month away from the launch of iOS 27 , and Apple is continuing to make changes. The fifth beta of iOS 27 changes the look of some app icons and adjusts Liquid Glass, plus it adds some smaller features that make the iPhone just a little nicer to use. App Icons There are updated Liquid Glass icons for Safari, Siri , Settings, Remote, App Store , and Preview. Some of the icons have been entirely redesigned, while others feature more detail than before. Siri AI Voice Customization Voice customizations for Siri AI have been expanded, and Pace and Expressivity can be adjusted for all seven American voices and the four British voices. Siri AI voice customization is done on-device, so the feature is limited the iPhone 17 Pro , iPhone 17 Pro Max, or iPhone Air . Contacts If a contact you've created has a company associated with it, the company name will show in the contact list under the name and in search. It makes it easier to see more information on a contact without having to tap into the contact card. Create a Pass The Apple Wallet Create a Pass feature is now available outside of the U.S. Splash Screens Apple added splash screens for the Photos , Wallet, and Music apps, explaining what's new in iOS 27. Search and Ask Apple made minor changes to the animation when bringing up Search or Ask. The suggestions interface now comes up as the search bar does rather than popping up slightly afterward. The search interface also now has a Search the Web option at the bottom of results that was not there before. Apps in Search You can now decide whether search should show app results, and if so, how many. You can turn off app results, have it show four apps, or have it show eight apps. There's also a toggle for showing app shortcuts. Control Center When connected to Wi-Fi, the Control Center no longer shows information on cellular connection. The iOS 27 Control Center in beta 4 5G 5G+ is now available in Spain . Software Updates When you look at your software version in Settings > General > About, it now tells you when the last update was installed. Clock There is a thicker font for the Alarms and Timers section of the Clock app. Liquid Glass The clearest Liquid Glass setting is clearer than it was in the prior beta. Mail There's now a toggle for the Personalize Smart Replies feature in the Mail app. It's off by default and can be turned on in the Mail section of the Settings app. Battery The Battery section of the Settings app will now let you know if a poor cellular connection is causing battery drain . Related Roundups: iOS 27 , iPadOS 27 This article, Everything New in iOS 27 Beta 5 first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple may introduce a photo authentication tool in iOS 27
Reference Image could be a new way to prove provenance in the wake of generative AI.
Enjoy soft/fluffy to crispy waffles with Ninja
If youre a waffle lover, you can grab the Ninja Belgian Waffle Maker Pro at Amazon for $79.99 shipped right now, which matches the price were seeing directly from the brands website . Normally fetching $100 at full price, the deal here has only been beaten out this year by an earlier fall to $70 that we saw in May and during Prime Day in June. Jumping on this deal gives you the next-best price of 2026 with a 20% markdown, and would make a great off-to-school addition for students who enjoy breakfast. Youll also find several more of Ninjas appliance deals in the official Amazon storefront here.
Amazon is currently offering the best price to date on the AeroGarden Harvest XL Indoor Hydroponic Garden System with Seed Pod Kit for $80.94 shipped. While the model carries a $140 MSRP directly from AeroGarden, its only been spotted going as high as $131 at Amazon in 2026, with it being unavailable for much of the year, getting properly restocked since June. Previous discounts mostly kept the costs above $111, though Prime Day did see it fall to $84. The deal here gives you a $59 price cut off the MSRP, landing it at the lowest price we have tracked. You can find the brands other deals on alternate models and various accessories in the official Amazon storefront here.
Bergdorf Goodman deals: 70% off designer fashion, up to $1,250 in FREE gift cards w/ purchase
Bergdorf Goodman is running two major promos right now, making it a great time to shop high-end, timeless pieces for less. Hundreds of designer capsule wardrobe staples are on sale for up to 70% off , with select sale items getting an additional 25% off. Whether youre after a standout piece or some elevated everyday essentials, theres plenty to browse.
Amazon funds biggest gas power plant in US despite climate pledge
Amazon announces first off-the-grid data center in race to reap AI profits.
After a short sale hiatus, Anker SOLIX is ramping savings back up with its newly launched Fan Fest Mega Sale that is offering up to 48% discounts on power station, as well as offering a FREE 192Wh C200 DC Compact Power Station ($130 value) on orders totaling $2,000 or more plus, our exclusive bonus 5% sitewide savings code 9TO5DEALS5 for orders over $1,000. Among the lineup, you can find deals like the newest S2000 2,010Wh Portable Power Station at $649.99 shipped , which matches the price were seeing through the brands official Amazon storefront. This new power solution only recently hit the market in June carrying a $1,200 MSRP, which weve regularly seen down at $700, though its been seen going as low as $599 during its launch and during Prime Day. The $550 markdown here lands things at the third-lowest price we have tracked (behind drops to $599 and $600). Head below to browse the entire lineup of deals while they last.
Amazon told to hand over expired goods to FDA for disposal
The Bombay High Court ordered Amazon to transfer expired goods to the FDA. This action follows the agency's earlier reprimand for its drastic warehouse measures. The court also mandated the FDA to file its affidavit by August 27. Amazon had challenged the suspension of its warehouse license. This directive ensures scientific disposal of perishable and expired items.
Volkswagen just gave the Atlas Cross Sport more power, more features, and more personality
Volkswagen's redesigned 2027 Atlas Cross Sport gets a sportier look, a genuinely upscale interior, and a more powerful engine, arriving in showrooms early next year.
NYC Mayor Mamdani announces support for the Delivery Protection Act
Amazon is unsurprisingly fighting measure to stop use of contractors for last-mile delivery in NYC.
Parliament Watch: National child survey, Bankers' Evidence Bill and NPS update
A national child survey is underway to detail informal sector workers and street children. The Rajya Sabha approved the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, recognizing digital records. This legislation standardizes certification and facilitates electronic banking record admissibility. No provision exists for refunding NPS corpus back to state governments. Five states have informed the government of reversion from NPS to OPS.
'Russia Could Get Patriot Tech': Trump Halts Ukraine Plan Over Shock Security Fear
Donald Trump publicly offered Ukraine a licence to manufacture Patriot missilesthen said weeks later that Washington had approved no such transfer. The Daily Telegraph reports that US officials fear sensitive technology could be stolen, diverted or ultimately acquired by Russia, while alleging that some Western-supplied weapons have appeared on Europes illicit market. Earlier oversight reports found monitoring weaknesses, but they do not prove wholesale trafficking. Trump now faces a choice between Kyivs urgent air-defence needs and protecting one of Americas most sensitive weapons systems. Watch.
'NO DEAL TILL 2029': Iran Drops Fiery Nuclear Deal Ultimatum, Brutally Rejects Trump Talks | Watch
Iran may be preparing to keep indirect contacts with Washington alive while avoiding any genuine agreement until Donald Trump leaves office in 2029, according to reports citing a senior Iranian official. Tehran publicly denies that formal negotiations are under way, saying only messages are being exchanged through intermediaries. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi insists talks cannot resume until Washington addresses alleged violations, directly challenging Trumps claim that Iran is seeking a deal. Watch.
This pocket-sized gadget helped cut down our editor's screen time - and it's on sale
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Quote of the day by Mads Mikkelsen says, I think the meaning of life is life itself. The quote focuses on living in the present instead of searching for a final answer about existence. It offers lessons on acceptance, mindfulness, fate, happiness, mortality and inner peace. The message is to experience life, accept uncertainty and avoid spending life worrying about questions without answers.
US revoked over 1.75 lakh visas during Trump's tenure
The US on Monday announced that it had revoked more than 1.75 lakh visas during President Donald Trump's tenure for a range of crimes from reckless driving to sexual assault.
Mines Act update proposes to curb states' tax powers
The Centre has proposed limiting states powers to impose taxes, cess and other levies on mineral rights and mineral-bearing land, seeking a more uniform fiscal framework and lower costs for miners following a 2024 Supreme Court ruling allowing additional state taxes.
Amazon Nike Sale: Runners, sweats, and accessories up to 40% Off
Amazon is serving up some solid Nike savings right now, with a selection of runners, court shoes, sweats, T-shirts, joggers, and accessories marked down by up to 40% off. Theres a good mix of sizes and colorways available, including plenty of Nike Dri-FIT gear for workouts and everyday wear.
Independence Day 2026: 'Youth power' to drive celebrations at Red Fort
India Independence Day 2026: Youth power will be a central theme at the upcoming Independence Day celebrations. Young achievers and innovators will be honored as special guests at the event. The national song 'Vande Mataram' will be sung from the Red Fort ramparts for the first time. Military bands will perform across India, and flower petals will be showered. Approximately five thousand special guests, including students, have been invited to the function.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei fills 6 key military positions
Iran's Supreme Leader appointed six senior commanders to key military and IRGC posts. Ali Abdollahi became Chief of Staff while Kioumars Heydari is Deputy Chief. Ahmad Vahidi now commands the IRGC, and Mostafa Izadi is his deputy. Ali Azmaei leads the IRGC Navy, and Hossein Taeb heads the Basij. These appointments follow recent news about the Supreme Leader's health and other personnel changes.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei fills 6 key military positions
Iran's Supreme Leader appointed six senior commanders to key military and IRGC posts. Ali Abdollahi became Chief of Staff while Kioumars Heydari is Deputy Chief. Ahmad Vahidi now commands the IRGC, and Mostafa Izadi is his deputy. Ali Azmaei leads the IRGC Navy, and Hossein Taeb heads the Basij. These appointments follow recent news about the Supreme Leader's health and other personnel changes.
iOS 27 Beta 5 Brings New Icons for Siri, Safari, Settings and More
In the fifth beta of iOS 27 , Apple is continuing to make design tweaks. There are updated Liquid Glass icons for Safari, the Siri app, Settings, Remote, App Store , and Preview. The Safari icon is a brighter blue with more detailed compass lines and arrows, while the Siri icon looks more like the actual Siri bubble that's displayed when Siri is activated. The App Store app icon is more translucent so you can better see each line making up the A, Settings uses more translucency, and Preview has an entirely different look with a loupe over a colorful background. The Remote icon also has more detail and it's been updated with a gray background instead of black. Some app icons were updated with the initial iOS 27 beta release, including Maps, Photos , and Weather, but others kept their iOS 26 look. It's possible Apple will overhaul even more icons in upcoming betas, because the company said it was planning to give icons an updated layered look to better fit the Liquid Glass aesthetic. iOS 27 will be released in just about a month. Related Roundups: iOS 27 , iPadOS 27 Tag: Siri This article, iOS 27 Beta 5 Brings New Icons for Siri, Safari, Settings and More first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Todays Japanese proverb of the day offers a powerful lesson in resilience: Even when every outer flame dies, guard the light within yourself. It speaks to hope, courage, inner strength and self-belief. Life can take away plans, people and opportunities. But your inner light can remain. This timeless message reminds us to keep going, even through lifes darkest moments.
Our favorite four-legged deal hunter is back! Estella, 9to5Toys resident Frenchie, has been sniffing out the best pet deals of the day, with savings on everything from enrichment toys and top-selling treats to pee pads, healthy food, and popular automatic cat litter boxes. Youll find deals from top brands like Benebone, Earth Rated, Purina, Dr. Elseys, Nylabone, and more.
Japanese proverb of the day: A Japanese saying reminds us to cherish support received during hardship. When life improves, people often forget the kindness shown during tough periods. This saying encourages lasting gratitude for those who offered assistance. Remembering help fosters humility and a greater willingness to assist others.
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Under Trump, US Has Revoked Over 1,75,000 Visas. Here's Who's Been Targeted
Most visas were revoked following law enforcement encounters, with assault, driving under the influence, theft and drug crimes the leading causes, the department said.
30 Years On, Man Accused Of Orchestrating Tupac Shakur's Murder Faces Trial
Family members of the famed rapper were among supporters who gathered outside a Las Vegas courthouse Monday morning for the beginning of jury selection, which could continue through much of this week.
A Flight, An Airstrike, A Blockade: How Yemen's Truce Started Unraveling
The tit-for-tat attacks started July 13 with a Saudi airstrike that hit the runway of the airport in Yemen's capital, Sanaa, preventing the landing of an Iranian flight carrying a high-ranking Houthi delegation.
Why Shubman Gill practiced with 'special balls' | Exclusive Visuals from Colombo
Why was Shubman Gill seen practicing with special balls in Colombo? Get exclusive visuals from Team Indias nets as Gill prepares for the challenging conditions ahead of the Galle Test.
Iran Ally's Houthi Army Moves Huge Convoy To 'Saudi-Backed' Front; War Erupts Again?
Footage circulating online appears to show a large Houthi convoy moving toward sensitive front lines held by Saudi-backed forces in southern Yemen. The reported mobilisation follows deadly missile and drone attacks, Saudi-led airstrikes and the rapid collapse of the relative truce that froze major fighting after 2022. The convoys purpose has not been independently established, but a renewed offensive could threaten routes toward Aden and test Saudi Arabias new collective-defence pact with Trkiye and Pakistan. Watch.
Wasn't Taking Part In Protests: UK Man Killed In PoK Clashes By Stray Bullet
The case, reported by the Guardian, highlights how the unrest in the PoK region has affected British nationals with family links to the area.
YouTube is making it harder for creators to start getting a cut of ad revenue
New YouTube partners will now need twice the number of watch hours or Shorts views in order to qualify for a cut of ad revenue.
China rejects India's 27 Arunachal names, renews territorial claim
China has declared India's move to identify 27 places in Arunachal Pradesh by their standard names as illegal, null and void, reiterating its claim over the region it calls Zangnan. India has consistently rejected China's renaming attempts, asserting Arunachal Pradesh as an integral part of India.
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Born In India, Crowned In Britain: Shreyas Royal's Fairytale Chess Journey
Indian-origin chess prodigy Shreyas Royal made history by winning the 2026 British Chess Championships recently. The 17-year-old Royal won the overall British title
Apple Cutting Back 2026 Hardware Shipments Due to Memory Shortage
Apple is scaling back its hardware shipment plans in 2026 due to DRAM shortages, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said today . Kuo made the comment in a longer piece disputing a recent report suggesting TSMC has $1 billion of unpackaged processors waiting on memory chips that Apple has been unable to secure. Kuo said Apple plans processor production at least three months in advance based on the amount of memory expected to be available, and it does not have TSMC build large numbers of wafers ahead of time. He believes there are indeed memory shortages, but no situation where TSMC is sitting on unused inventory. In other words, tight memory supply is real. But my understanding is that there has been no dramatic scenario in which TSMC first built up US$1 billion of WIP and then had to wait for memory to arrive before packaging could proceed. TSMC and Apple are both known for world-class execution, and such a dramatic development would be unusual given how closely the two companies coordinate their supply chains. Memory shortages have already affected the Mac Studio , Mac mini , and MacBook Air , and it sounds like ongoing supply problems will also impact the upcoming iPhone models. Memory makers have been prioritizing supply for AI data centers because contracts for those chips are more profitable, leaving less capacity available for consumer device chips. A lack of supply has driven prices up and led to long wait times for some products. Apple raised prices on all of its Macs and iPads in June, and iPhone prices are expected to go up in September. The iPhone 18 Pro , iPhone 18 Pro Max, and foldable iPhone Ultra could be available in limited quantities because of the memory problems, and we expect the devices will sell out during the preorder period. Tag: Ming-Chi Kuo This article, Apple Cutting Back 2026 Hardware Shipments Due to Memory Shortage first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Opposition rejects Centre's offer on Home Minister
Opposition demands Home Minister Amit Shah clarify pellet gun use on students. They also require Prime Minister Narendra Modi to apologize for student brutality. A statement on the Ram temple donation theft is another key demand. The government's offer for a statement was rejected by the opposition parties. This stalemate complicates the passage of the delimitation bill in Parliament.
The Teen Founders Everyone's Talking About: Saachi Pasari and Arjun Phoolka
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 10: At an age when most people are filling out college applications, Arjun Phoolka and Saachi Pasari are filling purchase orders. Phoolka, 17, runs Ollo, an eyewear label built around a price band he felt the market had abandoned. Pasari, 18, runs Hangover, a party-wear label whose limited drops have sold out within days of release. Both are students at DSB International School, Mumbai. Neither business is a class project.
Gutter Mouth: Sanjay Jha And Rajat Sethi's Explosive Clash Over Jharkhand Protest
What began as a discussion on the JSSC-JPSC protest, the Ranchi police crackdown and Rahul Gandhi's response quickly escalated into an explosive on-air confrontation between political commentators Sanjay Jha and Rajat Sethi. The debate centred on whether political parties apply different standards when protesting students face police action under governments run by allies rather than opponents. Rahul Gandhi's response to the Jharkhand crackdown became a major point of disagreement. As the exchange intensified, both panelists accused each other of hypocrisy, misinformation and double standards, turning the discussion into one of the most dramatic moments of the evening.
Analysis: How Drugs Issue Could Become BJP's Trump Card in Punjab
At the national level, the BJP government has also launched an anti-drug programme, allowing the party to frame the Punjab drug crisis not simply as a state law and order issue but as part of a larger national campaign against narcotics.
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Aptoide becomes the first rival app store to return to Google Play in the US
Aptoide has brought its games store back to Google Play after more than a decade, as court-ordered changes open Android to competing app stores.
Ex-Delhi Capitals Star Replaces Rohit Paudel As Nepal's ODI Captain
Leg-spinner Sandeep Lamichhane has been named Nepal's new ODI captain by the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) on Monday
The National Talent Search Examination remains stalled since 2021, impacting gifted students. Parliamentary committee expresses dissatisfaction with the ongoing delay and lack of progress. A revamped NTSE 2.0 proposal faces financial approval hurdles and inter-ministerial consultations. The scheme's discontinuation severely affects efforts to create educational pipelines for all students. The committee recommends exploring possibilities to restart the National Talent Search Examination.
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Rashid books Afghanistan's spot in the 2027 ODI World Cup
The allrounder picked up 3 for 44 and made 37 not out to beat Ireland
'Im transgender. Im a woman': Kanter makes WNBA draft move official, White shows off 'her' wig
BJP MP Shares ombie Drug Video as Punjab's, Turns Out It's From Rajasthan
BJP Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh shared the video on X, expressing concern over the situation in Punjab and saying the state's youth deserve better.
TMC workers lock Saayoni Ghosh's Garfa office
'We may apply for universal banking licence within a year'
Equitas Small Finance Bank aims to nearly triple advances to 1.2 trillion in five years, while preparing for a possible universal banking licence application within a year
India Rattles 'Bully' China With Bold Arunachal Move: 27 Names Destroy Beijings 'Map Game'
China has spent years issuing Chinese names for locations in Arunachal Pradesh. Now India has formally standardised 27 locations in the state on its own official mapand Beijing is complaining. Chinese state media has called the move self-deception and warned that it could hurt the positive momentum in India-China relations. The irony is difficult to miss. China began its latest naming campaign in 2017 and has repeatedly used maps and official nomenclature to reinforce its claim over Arunachal, which it calls Zangnan. India rejects that claim outright. In this video, we decode Indias cartographic counter-punch, why maps matter in territorial disputes, why Beijing has reacted so strongly and whether this symbolic confrontation could complicate the fragile India-China border thaw.
CDs' share in debt fund portfolio surges ahead of g-sec
Bank certificates of deposit became the largest holding in debt mutual funds in FY26, overtaking government securities as taxation changes shifted investor preference towards shorter-duration schemes
China declared India's official map naming of Arunachal Pradesh places as void. Beijing asserts that the Zangnan region, which is Arunachal Pradesh, belongs to China. India formally identified twenty-seven places and features by their standard names on its map. China has periodically released its own names for locations in the state since 2017. New Delhi consistently rejects China's renaming actions as preposterous and without merit.
Mohsen Rezaei appointed as chief of Iran's National Security Council
Iran has appointed former IRGC commander Mohsen Rezaee to lead its top security body as Tehran says talks with Oman on restoring shipping through the Strait of Hormuz are nearing a deal.
The political battle over alleged irregularities in Jharkhand's recruitment examinations intensified on Monday after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) announced a statewide bandh for Tuesday (August 11) in protest against the police action on protesting students in Ranchi. Jharkhand BJP president Aditya Sahu said the shutdown would begin at 8 am and continue until midnight. He said essential services would remain outside the scope of the bandh.
Kannababu Takes Out Bike Rally Over DSC Recruitment 'Irregularities'
YSRC leaders led by former minister Kurasala Kannababu held rallies in Kakinada and Rajamahendravaram, demanding a CBI probe into alleged DSC recruitment irregularities and the resignation of Education Minister Nara Lokesh.
LG now offering $800 off its 2026 model 65-inch Gallery Frame TV + 10% back on purchase price
Alongside a series of deals on its latest C6 and G6 OLED models , the official LG site is also offering up to $800 off the 2026 model LX7B Mini LEDLG Gallery TV with Frame. Joining the straight up cash savings here, LG also happens to be giving folks 10% back of the purchase price, which can really add up when youre talking bout a proper LG Frame TV here.
Nat'l Deworming drive launched in Jhansi, targets over 10 lakh children
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We are now tracking a deal at Amazon that drops PNYs 256GB microSD Express card down to $49.99 shipped. Thats down from its usual $60 price and one of the lowest prices weve tracked for this variant. This deal puts it this 256GB unit within just $2 of its all-time low, making it a great time to cash in and double your Switch 2s storage for just $50. The 128GB variant is also discounted right now at $39.99 shipped , down from its usual $46 price. That marks the return of the lowest price weve seen for this version so far this year. Head below for more details of these memory cards, along with deals on other cards and flash drives.
Manipur's Meitei Alliance Seeks Census Delay Till Displaced People Return Home, Flags Data Concerns
The Meitei Alliance said census data collected under the current circumstances could have long-term consequences and even legitimise ethnic segregation
Apple Releases macOS Golden Gate Beta 5
Apple today provided developers with the fifth beta of macOS Golden Gate , with the update coming two weeks after Apple seeded the fourth beta. Developers can download macOS Golden Gate by going to System Settings > General > Software Update. Beta Updates will need to be enabled, and a free developer account is required. macOS Golden Gate includes multiple design improvements. Liquid Glass opacity has been improved to increase readability, there's a slider for controlling the level of transparency, and changes to shadowing make it easier to tell when a window is active. Apps now have uniform toolbars, edge-to-edge sidebars, and less rounded corners, plus there are fewer icons in menu bars. Siri has been transformed into Siri AI, a chatbot-style assistant that combines general world knowledge, your personal data, and onscreen awareness to answer questions about anything and find information for you. Siri lives in Spotlight, and you can ask questions with the new Search or Ask interface. There's also a Siri app where you can chat with Siri and view past conversations, and on newer Macs, you can set a custom voice for Siri with personalized pace and expressivity. Visual Intelligence is now on the Mac so Siri can answer questions about what's on your screen, and a Write with Siri feature lets Siri generate text or give feedback on your writing. There are AI photo editing tools in the Photos app, AI tab organization in Safari, an option to use AI to automatically update weak passwords in the Passwords app, and a revamped Image Playground app that can generate photorealistic images. More on all of the new features in macOS Golden Gate can be found in our macOS Golden Gate roundup . Related Roundup: macOS Golden Gate This article, Apple Releases macOS Golden Gate Beta 5 first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.6.2 Beta With Security Fixes
Apple today released a new beta of macOS Tahoe 26.6.2, which is available to developers and public beta testers. The macOS Tahoe 26.6.2 beta comes just a few days after Apple released macOS Tahoe 26.6.1 , a security update. Developers and public beta testers can download the software by opening the System Settings app and then navigating to the Software Updates section. According to Apple's release notes, macOS Tahoe 26.6.2 includes security fixes for the Mac. The prior update, macOS 26.6.1, fixed a vulnerability that could allow an attacker to authenticate to Screen Sharing without valid credentials. Update: This article previously said macOS 26.6.2 had been released, but it turns out the update is a beta. Related Roundup: macOS Tahoe Related Forum: macOS Tahoe This article, Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.6.2 Beta With Security Fixes first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Bajaj Life Insurance's Tarun Chugh top paid life insurer CEO in FY26
Bajaj Life Insurance CEO Tarun Chugh topped India's life insurance sector with 33.66 crore in FY26 as Irdai tightens scrutiny of executive pay and links incentives to customer outcomes
Apple Releases iOS 26.6.1 and iPadOS 26.6.1 Betas With Security Fixes
Apple today released new betas of iOS 26.6.1 and iPadOS 26.6.1, which are available to developers and public beta testers. The iOS and iPadOS 26.6.1 betas come two weeks after the launch of iOS 26.6 , an update that added Spotlight optimizations ahead of iOS 27 . iOS 26.6.1 and iPadOS 26.6.1 can be downloaded on eligible iPhones and iPads over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update. According to Apple's release notes, iOS 26.6.1 includes security fixes for the iPhone and iPad . The updates are available in a beta capacity only right now. Apple is wrapping up work on iOS 26 because iOS 27 is launching in just about a month. iOS 27 is available to developers and public beta testers ahead of its public debut. Update: This article previously said iOS 26.6.1 and iPadOS 26.6.1 had been released, but it turns out the updates are betas. Related Roundups: iOS 26 , iPadOS 26 Related Forum: iOS 26 This article, Apple Releases iOS 26.6.1 and iPadOS 26.6.1 Betas With Security Fixes first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Sciver-Brunt downplays calf concern after sealing Rockets' final spot
England captain hits match-winning 32 off 19 from No. 7 amid calf management
Datanomics: West Asia conflict and India's petroleum trade diversification
India's development ambitions will depend not on promises alone, but on sustained reforms, better-designed welfare, inclusive products, capable leadership and accountability
FCNR(B) flows pour into 5-year G-secs under RBI's concessional swap window
Foreign lenders with relatively small loan books emerge most active buyers; bond yields soften
Tiger Shroff Pulls Out Of Mumbay FC's Durand Cup Match In Shillong
Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff will not be participating in Mumbay FC's Durand Cup match against Nongkseh SS and CC due to a last-minute work commitment.
Western Colombia earthquake kills 69 in country's strongest tremor in a decade
Western Colombia earthquake kills 69 in country's strongest tremor in a decade
Moscow's Delhi Dream Hits Pak Red Signal? Russia's Rail Route & India's Alternatives
Russia wants a new rail corridor to India that reduces dependence on vulnerable maritime chokepoints such as the Strait of Hormuz and the Bosphorus. Russian Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin has floated routes through Turkmenistan, Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan. But that last country creates the biggest problem for New Delhi. India-Pakistan land trade remains virtually frozen and the Attari-Wagah trade route is shut. Add Afghanistans security challenges, sanctions pressure around Iran and incomplete rail infrastructure, and Moscows direct India route starts looking far more complicated. In this video, we break down Russias proposal, the Pakistan roadblock, Chabahar, INSTC and why India increasingly needs several competing trade corridors rather than one geopolitical lifeline.
Dhamaal 4 OTT release update: When and where to watch Ajay Devgn's multi-starrer comedy movie online
Dhamaal 4 has brought Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Riteish Deshmukh and Jaaved Jaaferi together for another round of treasure-hunt chaos and comedy. The Indra Kumar directorial has been running in theatres since its July 10 release and has made its mark at the box office. Now, as the film completes its theatrical run, fans who missed it in cinemas are waiting to know when they can watch it from home.
Why ethanol-blended diesel won't hit pumps yet the flash point problem
DK tops K'taka in crop insurance enrolment for arecanut, pepper
'Jail Bharo' campaign for workers demands: Protest held in city
Sandeep Lamichhane replaces Rohit Paudel as Nepal's ODI captain
The legspinner's first series in charge will be the ACC Men's Premier Cup from August 30
Tiger Shroff's Durand Cup Dream For Mumbay FC Put On Hold, Star Gives Reason
Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff said he is not playing for Mumbay FC in the team's Durand Cup group match against Nongkseh SS&CC of Meghalaya in Shillong
India's Unique Monkey Deterrent For Badminton World Championships
Organisers of the upcoming Badminton World Championships in New Delhi are employing an unusual method to prevent monkey intrusions: hiring professional mimics to imitate langur calls.
Apple Seeds watchOS 27 Beta 5 to Developers
Apple today seeded the fifth beta of watchOS 27 to developers, with the update coming two weeks after the launch of the fourth beta. The beta can be downloaded through the Watch app on the iPhone with a free developer account. The Apple Watch will need to be on the charger, connected to Wi-Fi, and have a battery level of 50 percent or above for new software to be installed. The beta is available for all Apple Watch models compatible with watchOS 27 except for the Apple Watch Ultra 3 . watchOS 27 gains Siri AI, the smarter, more capable version of Siri. Siri can hold back-and-forth conversations, plus it has access to general world knowledge and your personal data to answer questions and find information. Siri AI on Apple Watch requires an iPhone that supports Apple Intelligence , including the iPhone 15 Pro and later. There's a new Dynamic app grid that highlights Siri suggested apps, and more intuitive Smart Stack Suggestions. You can find your parked car, see pinned messages, get noise alerts, and view identity and transit cards. Liquid Glass has been updated to improve legibility, and Workout Buddy works on the Apple Watch even when an iPhone isn't nearby. Workout Buddy also gains new metrics like progressive increases to distance, pace, or duration. Apple added a new all-in-one Find My app with support for Precision Finding, and there are performance optimizations that improve battery life. More on what's new in watchOS 27 is available in our watchOS 27 roundup . Related Roundups: watchOS 26 , watchOS 27 Related Forum: Apple Watch This article, Apple Seeds watchOS 27 Beta 5 to Developers first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Choosing a name for a baby boy is an exciting journey, especially when parents want something meaningful, memorable and suitable for 2026. Names beginning with A offer plenty of wonderful choices, from timeless classics and culturally rooted favorites to modern names with distinctive sounds. Whether you prefer a short and simple name these list provide plenty of inspiration for finding a special name your little boy can carry throughout his life.
An Indian encore, for chips: Meity's semiconductor plan is just beginning
India is betting on Semicon 2.0 and a China+1 strategy to build a competitive semiconductor ecosystem, targeting mature-node chips and a larger share of global OSAT business
Apple Seeds tvOS 27 Beta 5 to Developers
Apple today seeded the fifth beta of tvOS 27 to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming two weeks after Apple released the fourth beta. The beta can be downloaded and installed through the Settings app on the Apple TV . A free developer account is required. tvOS 27 has few new features compared to the other 27 software updates, but it does add a redesigned Podcasts app, options for larger text, and a more responsive Control Center. AirPlaying to an Apple TV from another Apple device is faster, and apps and animations are smoother. You can also now see AppleCare coverage details in the Settings app. More on the features in tvOS 27 can be found in our Apple TV roundup . Related Roundup: Apple TV Buyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy) Related Forum: Apple TV and Home Theater This article, Apple Seeds tvOS 27 Beta 5 to Developers first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple Seeds Fifth visionOS 27 Beta to Developers
Apple today provided developers with the fifth beta of an upcoming visionOS 27 update for testing purposes, with the beta coming two weeks after Apple released the fourth beta. visionOS 27 can be installed by opening the Settings app, going to Software Updates, and opting into Beta Updates. visionOS 27 introduces Siri AI, the smarter and more capable version of Siri that's similar in capability to chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude. On the Vision Pro, Siri can answer questions about anything the wearer is looking at, and there's a new Siri orb that can be placed anywhere in wearer's virtual space. Panorama photos can be turned into spatial environments, and there's a new Icelandic Thrsmrk environment that features dramatic mountains, valleys, and glaciers, along with the northern lights. Web Environment support allows developers to create 360-degree environments in Safari for a more native Vision Pro browsing experience. App windows are now curved to provide a more immersive workspace, and Control Center has been reorganized to make system controls easier to find. Apple added a smaller widget size, and notifications automatically expand when the wearer looks at them. More on what's new in visionOS 27 is listed in our Vision Pro roundup . Related Roundup: Apple Vision Pro Buyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Neutral) Related Forum: Apple Vision Pro This article, Apple Seeds Fifth visionOS 27 Beta to Developers first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Amazon is currently offering return Prime Day low pricing on the Greenworks 24V 4-inch Cordless Electric Mini Chainsaw with 2.0Ah battery for $79.99 shipped, matching the price several more Greenworks tool deals in the official Amazon storefront here.
BP to sell 20% stake in Venezuela's Cocuina gas field to Trinidad's NGC, sources say
BP will sell a stake in a Venezuelan gas field to Trinidad's National Gas Company. This agreement follows Venezuela granting BP a license to develop the Cocuina-Manakin field. The field holds one trillion cubic feet of natural gas reserves across maritime boundaries. Most of the project's gas will be marketed to Atlantic LNG for export. A final investment decision for Cocuina-Manakin is expected by year's end.
Quote of the day by Tim Robbins from City of Ember explains how paying attention can help people find information others miss. The quote connects mindfulness, curiosity, wisdom and growth. It asks people to observe their surroundings, notice small details, ask questions and use those observations to understand problems, make decisions and learn more from everyday experiences.
