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Scorching summer triggers record rockfalls in Alps, scientist says

The exceptionally hot summer in the Alps has been marked by a record number of rockfalls, some of them fatal, with

Phys.org 21 Aug 2026 2:10 am

Rising ocean temperatures reduce the natural carbon storage capacity of seagrass meadows

A new study published in Communications Earth

Phys.org 21 Aug 2026 2:10 am

Alternative mRNA modification lets ribosomes move nearly twice as fast

In a new study, scientists from Johns Hopkins Medicine report that an experimental mRNA-based platform has the potential to help deliver next-generation mRNA therapeutics, including vaccines to fight infectious diseases, cancer and autoimmune conditions, faster and more efficiently than the industry standard.

Phys.org 21 Aug 2026 2:00 am

New measurements explain how silicon and diamond achieve extreme reversible stretching

A research team led by Yang Lu from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, The University of Hong Kong (HKU), has uncovered the microscopic physical nature of ultralarge elasticity in covalent semiconductors such as silicon and diamond. The discovery provides quantitative guidance for deep elastic strain engineering (DESE), paving the way for the development of next-generation electronic, optoelectronic and quantum devices.

Phys.org 21 Aug 2026 1:50 am

Athmile Men's Lightweight Non Slip Indoor House Slippers $9.34

Athmile Men's Lightweight Non Slip Indoor House Slippers $9.34

Tech Bargains 21 Aug 2026 1:50 am

Cotrasen Men's Loose Fit Short Sleeve Button Down Beach Shirt $9.99

Cotrasen Men's Loose Fit Short Sleeve Button Down Beach Shirt $9.99

Tech Bargains 21 Aug 2026 1:48 am

Rosie O'Donnell Takes Fresh Swipe At Donald Trump, Drags Natalie Harp Into Latest Kimmel Monologue

Rosie O'Donnell reignites her decades-long feud with Donald Trump during her Jimmy Kimmel Live! guest-hosting stint, unveiling the nickname President Petty Roosevelt and dragging White House aide Natalie Harp into her latest monologue. From Mango Mussolini to Oompa J. Loompa, O'Donnell has turned her return to late-night television into a fresh round of attacks on Trump, reviving a rivalry that dates back to 2006.

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 1:46 am

China Calls for Unity and Cooperation at the UN

Beijing, August 21: During an open debate on the working methods of the United Nations Security Council, Chinas Permanent Representative Fu Cong emphasized that unity and cooperation should be the core principles guiding the Councils operations. Fu Cong stated that the working methods of the Security Council are not merely technical issues. They must be ... Read more China Calls for Unity and Cooperation at the UN

Morningstar 21 Aug 2026 1:40 am

Gors Ladakh Visit Comes Amid China Border Concerns

Union minister says Arunachal border infrastructure remains a top priority

Deccan Chronicle 21 Aug 2026 1:34 am

China Is Strapping

This week on

Wired 21 Aug 2026 1:33 am

US Pushes Allies, China To Support Trump's Economic War On Iran

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's comments underscored how Trump is shifting to economic rather than military pressure on Tehran as his unpopular war drags toward the six-month mark.

NDTV 21 Aug 2026 1:31 am

Hypersonic impact rapidly transforms diamond into graphite, revealing energy-absorbing mechanism

Rice University researchers have developed a way to stabilize diamond during high-temperature and low-pressure processing, creating a strong bulk composite and discovering that high-speed collisions can rapidly transform diamond into graphite. Their study is published in Materials Today.

Phys.org 21 Aug 2026 1:30 am

MAGA DECLARES WAR ON BIG TECH: Google, Apple Hit With '31-0' Bias Bombshell Ahead Of Midterms

A new Media Research Center study is putting Apple News and Google News under fresh scrutiny, claiming the platforms most-featured news outlets have collectively endorsed Democratic presidential candidates 31 times since 1988 with zero Republican endorsements. The conservative watchdog says the findings raise questions about political balance in news aggregation and whether algorithms give greater visibility to left-leaning media. Google has disputed MRCs methodology in previous studies, while Apple has not publicly responded to the latest claims.

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 1:25 am

Why Sergio Gor's Kashmir remark has rattled Pakistan

Why Sergio Gors Kashmir remark has rattled Pakistan

India Today 21 Aug 2026 1:24 am

Senators press TikTok on 'sinister' experiment that held back an algorithm safety feature

A teen who died by suicide was reportedly part of the test.

Engadget 21 Aug 2026 1:19 am

Vijay's car announcement: Mahindra models displayed at Secretariat

Vijays car announcement Mahindra models displayed at Secretariat

India Today 21 Aug 2026 1:18 am

Why social media algorithms send you posts you don

Do your social media accounts feed you content that reflects your core beliefs and guiding principles? Our new research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences shows that the algorithms supplying your feeds may be prioritizing content that clashes with your values. That

Phys.org 21 Aug 2026 1:10 am

China To Be India's Main Competitor Across Multiple Fields: Ex-Army Chief

Former Army chief General Manoj Naravane said that China would compete with India across multiple domains, including politics, economics, trade and military affairs.

NDTV 21 Aug 2026 1:08 am

Kolkata's tryst with reforms: IT, retail gained but past glory elusive

Even as new-age offices and crisscrossing flyovers reshaped the skyline, Kolkata's image changed only fleetingly

Business Standard 21 Aug 2026 1:03 am

Andhra MP's son booked after speeding Aston Martin hits, kills woman in Hyderabad

Andhra MPs son booked after speeding Aston Martin hits kills woman in Hyderabad

India Today 21 Aug 2026 1:02 am

Exiled Tibetan Government Protests Chinas New Law, Reiterates Demand for Freedom

Dharamshala, August 21: On the 49th day of Tibetan martyr Lobasang Paldens supreme sacrifice, the exiled Tibetan government (Central Tibetan Administration CTA) and the exiled Tibetan Parliament jointly organized a prayer meeting and peace march in Dharamshala. The march commenced from Tsuglagkhang in McLeod Ganj and proceeded to the Dharamshala police grounds, attracting a ... Read more Exiled Tibetan Government Protests Chinas New Law, Reiterates Demand for Freedom

Morningstar 21 Aug 2026 1:00 am

Cox brings the Fire though Hundred proves elusive for England's new No.3

Partnership with Welsh Fire team-mate Root helps to cement England's strong position at Headingley

Espn CricInfo 21 Aug 2026 12:54 am

'Assaulted' by teacher, UKG boy collapses at school, dies

A UKG student in Visakhapatnam tragically died after allegedly collapsing at school. While officials initially reported the boy became unconscious, the District Education Officer has alleged that the student died following a physical assault by a teacher, prompting an investigation and promises of strict action against those responsible.

Rediff 21 Aug 2026 12:51 am

One-third of the web is showing signs of AI authorship, thanks to ChatGPT

A new Pew Research Center study finds signs of AI authorship across roughly one-third of web pages published since ChatGPT launched in late 2022.

Digital Trends 21 Aug 2026 12:50 am

Who helps more

Are people from lower socioeconomic backgrounds more willing to help

Phys.org 21 Aug 2026 12:50 am

Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Just You' by Tarsem Jassar

Get ready to be swept away by the latest punjabi track 'Just You' beautifully sung by Tarsem Jassar. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music also given by Pav Dharia and beautiful lyrics are penned by Tarsem Jassar. Don't miss the chance to witness Tarsem Jassar's performance in the captivating punjabi video track 'Just You'. Dive into a world of musical excellence by exploring more punjabi tracks in the music videos section of punjabi ETimes. Discover the incredible vocal talents of Tarsem Jassar. Indulge in the latest punjabi video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Tarsem Jassar, immerse in the punjabi music video tracks.

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 12:47 am

'Chad Powers Season 2' Trailer: Watch The Official Trailer Of Russ Holliday Starrer 'Chad Powers Season 2'

'Chad Powers Season 2' Trailer: Watch the Official Trailer from English web series 'Chad Powers Season 2' starring Russ Holliday. 'Chad Powers Season 2' web series is directed by Glen Powell. To know more about the 'Chad Powers Season 2' trailer watch the video. Check out the latest English trailers, new web series trailers, trending English web series trailers, Russ Holliday videos and more at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 12:47 am

What legal recourse do you have if your flight 'goes south'?

What legal recourse do you have if your flight goes south

India Today 21 Aug 2026 12:41 am

No Coming Back from Genocide: Israel's Global Counter-Offensive Has Begun

The fight for justice in Palestine has already gone global, and those among us who deeply care about Gaza must understand the significance of this transformation. Israel is fighting to reverse its growing isolation and should not be expected to give up anytime soon.

The Milli Gazette 21 Aug 2026 12:33 am

A cell-motility pathway helps set the pace of embryo development

A molecular pathway known for controlling cell shape and movement also helps regulate the rhythm by which the vertebrate body is divided into repeated segments, FMI researchers report in the journal Development.

Phys.org 21 Aug 2026 12:30 am

Meta's app for creating generative AI minigames is now available in the US

It's called Pocket and is described as a platform for making and sharing gizmos.

Engadget 21 Aug 2026 12:25 am

Quote of the day by Sharon Stone: 'Real happiness comes from...' Life lessons from motivational quote on true contentment, self-reliance, inner control, personal growth, disappointment and independence

Quote of the day by Sharon Stone focuses on happiness, self-reliance and personal growth. The quote says that lasting contentment comes from within rather than from people, money or material things. Sharon Stones career and life also offer context for the ideas of independence, inner control, self-acceptance, disappointment and learning to build a sense of peace without depending on outside approval.

The Economic Times 21 Aug 2026 12:24 am

Supreme Court dismisses Reliance Communications, lenders' petitions against bank guarantee invocation

The Supreme Court dismissed Reliance Communications lenders' challenge to the DoT's bank guarantee invocation. The court stated lenders should have approached the high court first for this matter. The DoT sought to invoke bank guarantees totaling approximately 800 crore from four banks. Lenders argued the Supreme Court's prior judgment did not justify this invocation. They contended the DoT's action disrupted the insolvency resolution process framework.

The Economic Times 21 Aug 2026 12:23 am

Silicon Valley Doesn't Get Why You Hate AI

Technology leaders don

Wired 21 Aug 2026 12:19 am

England's Dan Lawrence slams his 5th fifty in Tests: Stats

England cricket team batter Dan Lawrence shone with a fine 51-run knock versus Pakistan in the 1st Test at Headingley, Leeds.

NewsBytes 21 Aug 2026 12:18 am

'Government Deceived Us': Jharkhand Students As Court Stays Exam Cancellation

The aspirants had staged a protest for 26 days at Ranchi's Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium before suspending the agitation for two months following the government's decision to cancel 22 recruitment exams.

NDTV 21 Aug 2026 12:17 am

Bessent urges US partners to back plans to 'squash' Iran economy

The US Treasury secretary says allies will need to decide whether they are with us or against us.

BBC 21 Aug 2026 12:10 am

Extreme rain shifts toward larger, less frequent storms across eastern US

Extreme precipitation events are among the most damaging natural disasters and a major concern in our changing climate. In the U.S., since 1980, the most destructive events alone have caused more than 2,800 deaths and $700 billion in damages. But what is the total area of the country affected by these events each year? And how have these patterns changed over the past several decades? In a recent study in Geophysical Research Letters, led by researchers at Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, which is part of the Columbia Climate School, the authors discovered some unexpected trends.

Phys.org 21 Aug 2026 12:10 am

As workplace surveillance grows, experts say it

College administrators read an adjunct professor

Phys.org 21 Aug 2026 12:10 am

At 70, Odisha's Tulasa Santas Name Enters The Electoral Roll

Acting on a complaint that Santas name was missing from the voter list, the Nabarangpur district administration has initiated the process to enroll her as a voter, carrying out a field inquiry and submitting Form-6 for her registration

Deccan Chronicle 21 Aug 2026 12:07 am

Welch's Halloween Gluten Free Fruit Snacks (0.5oz, 70-Pack) $10.79

Welch's Halloween Gluten Free Fruit Snacks (0.5oz, 70-Pack) $10.79

Tech Bargains 21 Aug 2026 12:05 am

Delhi High Court rules in favour of Dr Reddy's Labs in trademark row with Razenta

The Delhi High Court ordered the removal of Razenta Pharmaceuticals' Daplogin trademark. This decision came as the mark was deemed deceptively similar to Dr Reddy's Labs' Daplo trademark. Both trademarks are used for prescription drugs treating Type-2 diabetes Mellitus. The court cited phonetic similarity and potential consumer confusion as key reasons. Razenta's trademark registration was cancelled within six weeks by the court.

The Economic Times 21 Aug 2026 12:03 am

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India Today 21 Aug 2026 12:00 am

In 1898, a Stanford geology student married a young mining engineer and began a life of travel. 30 years later, she became America's First Lady

Lou Henry Hoovers journey to the White House was far from ordinary. After becoming the first woman to graduate from Stanford University with a geology degree, she married mining engineer Herbert Hoover in 1899 and began a life that took her across China, Europe and other parts of the world. Along the way, she raised two sons, supported humanitarian efforts, worked with the Girl Scouts and became an advocate for womens athletics.

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 11:59 pm

Surrounded by IRGC Boats: 21 Indians' Terrifying Strait of Hormuz Ordeal

A video shared by FSUI India captures a tense April 22 incident in the Strait of Hormuz, where an Indian-crew-heavy vessel was surrounded by boats identified as belonging to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The footage shows the confrontation intensifying, including an RPG being fired, as 21 Indian seafarers took cover inside the vessel.

NDTV 20 Aug 2026 11:54 pm

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar favours 543 LS seats, women's quota within old cap

Karnataka's Chief Minister DK Shivakumar urged the Southern Zonal Council to retain the 1971 census for delimitation. He also requested maintaining the Lok Sabha's strength at 543 for the next twenty-five years. Shivakumar sought to accommodate women's quota within the existing strength without delay. Southern states contribute significantly to the national economy and tax revenues. He also sought greater fiscal fairness from the central government.

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 11:52 pm

Michael Carrick gives verdict on Manchester United's Premier League title challenge

Michael Carrick gives verdict on Manchester Uniteds Premier League title challenge

India Today 20 Aug 2026 11:50 pm

India's tour of Bangladesh is very likely to be postponed again, BCB president Tamim Iqbal indicates

Indias tour of Bangladesh is set to be postponed again. It was scheduled to take place in September, but Bangladesh Cricket Board president Tamim Iqbal has confirmed that the two boards are still discussing the...

India TV 20 Aug 2026 11:50 pm

A new kind of polymer with two faces and a twist control electron spin

Researchers from the University of Osaka have developed a new class of chiral semiconducting polymers that can generate highly spin-polarized electrical currents. The team

Phys.org 20 Aug 2026 11:50 pm

Man Pretends To Be Transgender, Enters Woman's Home And Rapes Her In Mumbai

The accused, identified as Anil Sheshrao Shinde, entered the house of the survivor under the pretext of warding off evil eyes

NDTV 20 Aug 2026 11:49 pm

East Bengal Rewrite Indian Football History With Record 12-0 Win In AFC Women's Champions League

East Bengal FC secured their second consecutive victory after romping to a 12-0 win over Rovers FC (Guam) in the AFC Women's Champions League 2026-27 preliminary stage

NDTV 20 Aug 2026 11:49 pm

'You Neglected': Trump BLASTS Ex-POTUS For Reflecting Pool DISASTER After Court's Setback

Is it one of the biggest personal attacks on Donald Trump? A shocking jibe at POTUS by a former Democrat Congressman-turned-political analyst has sparked a major political firestorm. Max Rose, while appearing on CNN, mocked Trump's health and virality in his response to the controversy around the President's closeness to his close aide Natalie Harp. The remarks have come as Trump faces scrutiny over the extraordinary access granted to Harp, that has ruffled many of her colleagues in the White House.

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 11:47 pm

'Gen Z' woman in viral Ladakh video apologises to Army, says clip was old, remarks cast in bad light

A controversy surrounding a viral video from Ladakh's Kargil region has taken a new turn after the 25-year-old woman seen arguing with security personnel at the Minimarg checkpoint apologised for her remarks and said she...

India TV 20 Aug 2026 11:42 pm

2 Workers Killed As Under-Construction Hospital's Roof Collapses In Mohali

Sources said some labourers are still trapped under the debris. The rescue operation is in progress.

NDTV 20 Aug 2026 11:41 pm

Pak May Allow Imran Khan's Treatment At Private Hospital: Cabinet Minister

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Tariq Fazal Chaudhry said the government had approached the Supreme Court to seek clarification on whether the medical relief granted to Khan applied only to the former premier or could be extended to other prisoners.

NDTV 20 Aug 2026 11:40 pm

'I'll meet Kim': North Korea fires 10 ballistic missiles after Trump orders US-South Korea drill cut

'I'll meet Kim': North Korea fires 10 ballistic missiles after Trump orders US-South Korea drill cut

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 11:36 pm

Blocc chemistry could automate molecular discovery and democratize access to new materials

A paper published in the journal Science lays out a roadmap for broadening access to the process of discovering molecular tools that can benefit society, including medicines, materials and a wide range of everyday consumer products.

Phys.org 20 Aug 2026 11:30 pm

100-million-year-old molecular

100 million years ago, long before human intervention, ancestors of grasses, including wheat, rice and maize, developed

Phys.org 20 Aug 2026 11:30 pm

Vande Mataram row: Experts weigh in on Congress, BJP's competing narratives

Vande Mataram row Experts weigh in on Congress BJPs competing narratives

India Today 20 Aug 2026 11:27 pm

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India Today 20 Aug 2026 11:27 pm

Under Arrest!: Kash Patel Clashes With Eric Swalwell; China Spy Chaos At San Francisco Airport

Federal agents reportedly seized electronic devices from former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell at a San Francisco airport before raiding his Washington, DC, home the following day. The searches are part of an ongoing federal investigation connected to sexual assault allegations against Swalwell, who resigned from Congress in April.

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 11:25 pm

China Scares Me!: Darline Grahams Rare Confession After Big Taiwan Blunder; Lindsey Would Be

Sen. Darline Graham faced scrutiny during a South Carolina Senate debate over Taiwan, China and the South China Sea, admitting she was not that informed on national security before saying she supports the military. Graham later said she trusts President Donald Trump on foreign-policy issues, including tensions involving China and the South China Sea.

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 11:25 pm

Trump's Lincoln Pool Row Deepens; Team Blames Past Presidents As Midterm Election Battle Deepens

Donald Trumps Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool controversy is taking a fresh turn as his administration points to past presidents over decades of alleged neglect. The $14.7 million renovation has faced peeling material, an algae bloom and legal scrutiny, while a National Park Service engineers warning has raised new questions about the project and the dropped case against former Olympian Dave Hearn.

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 11:25 pm

Meta has quietly become one of Microsoft's largest AI customers

A major prong of Microsoft's AI strategy is offering models from a variety of providers through a marketplace called Foundry, which had 100,000 customers as of July.

Business Standard 20 Aug 2026 11:25 pm

J'khand HC stays cancellation of appointments through 11th, 13th JPSC exams

The development came after successful candidates of the 11th and 13th JPSC examinations protested as they are afraid of losing their jobs.

Business Standard 20 Aug 2026 11:25 pm

SK Hynix workers to get 60% of 2026's bonuses in stock rather than all cash

Workers are set to be paid an average 779 million won ($547,000) for 2026, according to Reuters calculations.

Business Standard 20 Aug 2026 11:24 pm

Football Fans Launch 'InfantinOut' Campaign, Demand FIFA President Gianni Infantino's Resignation

A collection of soccer fan groups from around the world launched a petition Thursday calling for Gianni Infantino to resign as FIFA president after he tried to sell future World Cup profits to private investors.

NDTV 20 Aug 2026 11:23 pm

Citi, HSBC, StanChart adopt Ant International's AI tool for liquidity risks

Ant International, an overseas affiliate of the Jack Ma-founded Chinese fintech firm Ant Group, raised $1.2 billion last month in its latest equity fundraising as it seeks to expand.

Business Standard 20 Aug 2026 11:23 pm

K'taka orders MUDA to cancel illegal allotment of 1,100 alternative sites

The Karnataka government has directed MUDA to cancel all allotments of alternative sites made in violation of its March 2023 directive and initiate legal proceedings for cancellation of sale deeds wherever such sites have already been registered. With this order, about 1,100 illegally allotted alternative sites worth Rs 2,000 crore will be cancelled in Mysuru city by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA), authorities said. The Urban Development Department, in a letter dated August 19, directed the MUDA and other concerned authorities to implement the recommendations of a High-Level Technical Committee with immediate effect. The government said the directions shall be strictly complied with and implemented with immediate effect. In case of any failure to comply, appropriate action will be initiated as per the rules, the order warned officials. The department has specifically ordered cancellation of all allotment orders through which alternative sites have been allotted

Business Standard 20 Aug 2026 11:21 pm

US Treasury's Bessent says upsized bond buybacks could increase further

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has outlined a strategy to ramp up bond buybacks, aiming to enhance market liquidity and instill confidence in economic fundamentals. Simultaneously, a fiscal consolidation initiative is underway, targeting savings in the hundreds of billions. This year's deficit has been exacerbated by refunds of illegal tariffs, while newly imposed tariffs and changes in tax laws are expected to significantly influence future revenue streams.

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 11:12 pm

With Hayden, Mott And Aaron In Tow, Glasgow Cosmic's Co-funder Takes The ETPL Plunge

European T20 Premier League: Glasgow Cosmic co-owner Vipul Agrawal said he aims to build a sustainable development pipeline for Scottish cricket through his European T20 Premier League (ETPL) franchise, as the inaugural season of the competition starts on August 26. For Agrawal, Chairman of the Mugafi Group, entering European cricket is rooted in his early experiences following the sport in India as a fan, ranging from the 2001 epic Test win over Australia in Kolkata to the 2011 Mens ODI World Cup triumph on home soil, and admiring Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman, and Rahul Dravid, who is also the co-owner of the Dublin Guardians franchise. Basically, I've been into cricket for a fairly long time. One of my first startups, back in 2014-15, was in cricket, and I've been aware of the ecosystem. I have had a deep love for cricket and the sport itself while growing up. We have all watched a lot of players come, play for India, and be a great inspiration. I always wanted to find and merge my love for the sport into something which I can do on a day-to-day basis. I think that's been a larger reason when the opportunity came to me. I just jumped on it and tried my best to take it over, Agrawal told IANS in an exclusive conversation. To instil that same winning mentality and structural rigour within the Glasgow Cosmic franchise, Agrawal has assembled a high-profile leadership setup, bringing in legendary Australian batter Matthew Hayden as the co-owner-cum-head coach, as well as Matthew Mott and Varun Aaron as assistant coach and bowling coach, respectively. Like me, it also came as an opportunity for all of them. They have been great warriors in cricket, I would say, and have been carrying this for their own countries, like Varun did it for India, the impact he had, or Matthew, he was back in Australia, the impact he had. Not just from batting or being on the ground, but also being a coach for multiple teams, franchises globally. I found it's the perfect time for him (Hayden) to have a role where he owns it and builds it from scratch. When we reached out, he was much more excited than we thought he would be. So, I think having him as a co-owner is a great source of pride for us. It puts us in a very good spot where we don't just have a coach who is gonna lead the team to great heights, but who is also gonna think of this like a family who knows that it belongs to him. For him, everything matters, like on-ground and off-ground things. Around him, having such a great coaching squad, from Matthew Mott to Varun Aaron, I think we can't be more proud of ourselves to have all of them together with us. As the squad intensifies its preparations ahead of its opening fixture, Agrawal acknowledged the relentless nature of competitive cricket. Have you ever been ready for a cricket match? I think there's always something that you think you can improve, and that's about sports, right? I think till the time the first ball is bowled, there's always one thing that we need to improve. So, like, you can't ever be ready at the same time. You always have to act as a team so that you can play the first match now. Like, we're as ready as we can go out and play the match today. But since we know it's the 27th, we're gonna play the first match. So there's always something else that we keep on improving, and we'll try to give our best on the field when we are there. Beyond the immediate pressures of the upcoming ETPL season, Agrawals core thesis centres on structural sustainability. He views franchise cricket not merely as entertainment, but as an essential nursery for Scottish and European talent to gain exposure at the highest level. I think that's the whole agenda of having franchise cricket, right? Why else are you doing it? Unless you have a local talent who can look up to you, who can find one more opportunity to be a part of the journey and maybe make it to the national team tomorrow. So I think the very important thing for us is not just to have these international players, but how these international players can pass on the experience to the players at the local grassroots level who are going to and are already playing for the country and who can make a large impact. Highlighting the current integration of local players, Agrawal pointed out that Glasgow Cosmic already serves as a vital platform for members of the Scotland national team. Like, starting from Scotland, we want to see that, like today, if you see, like, I think four to five of our players in our squad play in the Scotland cricket main team. Now, from there, having more and more such players who are going out and playing for the national team becomes more important for us. The kind of way these people are gonna perform and the kind of ways the new talent is gonna come and grow will define how Europe is gonna look at cricket as a sport for the next decade, and we are fairly excited to have that. Like, we already know that Europe and the UK are big sports-friendly countries, right? Where they support the game like anything. In Agrawals view, Europe possesses an untapped reservoir of sports fanaticism that rivals traditional cricket strongholds and requires only the right spark to propel cricket into the mainstream consciousness. After India, if you see the kind of passion, I think that's in European countries, where the passion is mad. The only thing we have to do is, among that passion, we have to make a space for cricket. Like going back to Scotland, this sport is anyway 200 years old, being played long back in the country. I keep saying this - the only thing that we need is that one shining light where the team performs so amazingly well that the entire next generation becomes much more inspired to be a part of the journey in the coming decades and going upwards, and that's what you want to do through the team that we own. Like teach people, inspire people, train as much grassroots talent as possible and eventually see Scotland, you know, reaching the highest stage at the national level or even in the World Cup. With the ICC Men's T20 World Cup scheduled to be co-hosted in the region in 2030, Agrawal believes the next five years represent a defining operational window for the franchise and the region. It's a very big executional challenge. I think as an entrepreneur, that's what excites me most about this - how the next five years are gonna look, and the interesting part for us is that the 2030 World Cup is gonna happen in the same soil. We would love to have the highest impact in that World Cup for a Scotland team, and for a Glasgow team that can deliver the next set of players to the team itself. With the ICC Men's T20 World Cup scheduled to be co-hosted in the region in 2030, Agrawal believes the next five years represent a defining operational window for the franchise and the region. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories So that's the most important, like the every match we're gonna play, the most important piece of us is to like play the most competitive cricket possible and lifting a trophy is must like we want to and we have to, and that's how we're gonna enlighten a lot of the people locally and bring their supports, not just in this season, but the seasons going forward, he concluded. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 20 Aug 2026 11:10 pm

Oxygen vacancies unlock fast lithium-ion transport in battery material

Lithium titanate (LTO, Li4Ti5O12) is a well-established battery material that in its pristine state is a poor conductor of lithium ions. It develops high ionic conductivity only during charging, when additional lithium ions and electrons are incorporated into the material.

Phys.org 20 Aug 2026 11:10 pm

St. Louis Fed's Musalem says on CNBC he won't prejudge rate call view for September FOMC

St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem has stated that maintaining higher interest rates is still appropriate due to ongoing inflationary pressures, which remain above the central bank's target of two percent. He prefers a steady approach to rate hikes rather than sudden changes, emphasizing the need for a careful evaluation ahead of the September meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee.

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 11:08 pm

Even Ravana's arrogance didn't last: Honey Singh alleges harassment by music label

Even Ravanas arrogance didnt last Honey Singh alleges harassment by music label

India Today 20 Aug 2026 11:08 pm

Microsoft AI's chief marketing officer Andra Mallard exits after 6 months as Copilot faces intense competition from ChatGPT and Claude. No one is replacing her

Microsoft AI CMO Andra Mallard is leaving after just six months, as the company reshapes its Copilot strategy amid intense competition from OpenAI's ChatGPT and Anthropic's Claude. Mallard plans to move her family to Europe to be closer to her ailing father and will remain at Microsoft in an advisory role until early next year. Microsoft is not replacing her.

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 11:06 pm

US to impose toughest sanctions in history on Iran; Scott Bessent bets on 'one-two punch' to cripple Iranian regime

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington will impose the toughest sanctions in history on Iran, with details expected Monday, as the Trump administration seeks to intensify economic pressure on Tehran. Bessent also urged China to cooperate, citing its dependence on Gulf energy and warning against sustaining Irans economy.

The Economic Times 20 Aug 2026 11:05 pm

China and Australia Renew Currency Swap Agreement

Beijing, August 20: The Peoples Bank of China (PBOC) has announced the renewal of its bilateral currency swap agreement with the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). This agreement aims to enhance monetary and financial cooperation between the two nations. The size of the agreement has been increased from 200 billion RMB and 41 billion Australian ... Read more China and Australia Renew Currency Swap Agreement

Morningstar 20 Aug 2026 11:00 pm

CIA 'Spy' Who Infiltrated Al Qaeda Now Faces Deportation From US: Report

Blerim Skoro, a 55-year-old father of three, was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on August 3 while he was at an immigration office in New Jersey to renew his paperwork, according to CBS News.

NDTV 20 Aug 2026 10:52 pm

'I just smell her underarms': Gauahar Khan reveals husband Zaid Darbar's unusual underarm fetish

Gauahar Khan reveals her husband Zaid Darbar's underarm fetish in a now-viral video. She says Zaid thinks her underarms smell fresh and likes to sniff them, leaving Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi in splits.

IBTimes 20 Aug 2026 10:52 pm

Instagram uses 'don't ask, don't tell' approach on under13 users' safety: Ex-Meta Engineer in US court

Bejar said tens of thousands of children under 13 were using Instagram and that the company lacked employee goals or metrics to identify and act on suspected underage users, despite having systems to detect fake accounts

IBTimes 20 Aug 2026 10:51 pm

India's Next Test Superstars? Verdict On Young Duo Padikkal And Suthar Out

Manav Suthar and Devdutt Padikkal were the star performers for India vs Sri Lanka in the first Test

NDTV 20 Aug 2026 10:50 pm

Soil methane sink may be larger than thought, three-model analysis finds

Methane-munching microbes in soil might be more important than previously thought, a new study finds. Soil is an important carbon sink, and scientists are still learning much about the diversity of its microbial communities. They

Phys.org 20 Aug 2026 10:50 pm

Temporary liver coating may improve safety and targeting of mRNA vaccines and cancer therapies

With the commercialization of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19, research and development into the application of mRNA in vaccines and pharmaceuticals is accelerating. In particular, it is attracting attention not only in vaccines for preventing infectious diseases but also in cancer immunotherapy.

Phys.org 20 Aug 2026 10:50 pm

Crude oil prices rise for fifth session straight after US President Trump targets Iran's economy; Brent above $92/bbl

Brent, the global oil benchmark, climbed above $92 a barrel after rising more than 5% over the previous four sessions. Meanwhile, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for October delivery traded near $85 a barrel.

IBTimes 20 Aug 2026 10:48 pm

Punjab 'Bandh' On Friday: Will School, Colleges, Markets, Offices Stay Closed?

Punjab bandh on Aug. 21 will run from 7 am to 2 pm, with markets and transport likely to be affected, while schools, colleges and essential services remain open.

NDTV 20 Aug 2026 10:48 pm

Withdrawal Limit: Frequently withdrawing cash from ATMs- what will be the charge after the free limit? Learn about SBI's new rate.

ATM Cash Withdrawal Limit: SBI Bank has issued a new order for its customers, under which a limit has been set for cash withdrawals from ATMs. Exceeding this limit will result in a fee.SBI imposes limit on cash withdrawalsATM Cash Withdrawal Limit: SBI, the country's largest public sector bank...

Kalam Times 20 Aug 2026 10:48 pm

'Never say we can't win the Premier League': Michael Carrick

Michael Carrick has acknowledged that winning the Premier League this season will be a major challenge for his old club.

NewsBytes 20 Aug 2026 10:47 pm

'Today I Killed My Wife...': Chilling WhatsApp Status Of Lucknow Bank Employee Allegedly Surfaces After He Shot His Estranged Wife Dead

Today I killed my wife, read an alleged WhatsApp status attributed to SBI employee Manas Bajpai after he reportedly shot estranged wife Divya Mishra in Lucknow on Thursday. The message, whose authenticity remains unverified, accused her of cheating and mentioned his intent to die.

IBTimes 20 Aug 2026 10:46 pm