Amazon has cut the Samsung Galaxy S25+ to $680, a $320 discount from its $1,000 list price, making it cheaper than its July price of $700. The unlocked Navy model works with any carrier, and Gizmodo notes it undercuts typical two-year carrier installment plans.
Fortis Hospital Mulund held its 11th Point of Care Ultrasound in Emergency Medicine workshop, led by Dr Sandeep Gore, as a pre-conference event for EMCON 2026. The three-day programme trained over 450 doctors in a decade and featured endorsements from major medical bodies.
Gurugram authorities have advised employees to work from home on August 25 following heavy rainfall that caused waterlogging and traffic chaos. The advisory, issued by Deputy Commissioner Uttam Singh, also recommends online classes for schools as the region braces for more rain.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a new campaign of secondary sanctions dubbed Operation Economic Outcast, aiming to sever Iran's global financial ties nearly six months into the conflict. President Trump declared Iran 'completely collapsing' as the measures target oil revenues, digital assets and trading partners. Iranian officials rejected the steps as ineffective and vowed preparedness to counter them.
From September 1, UK hedge cutting restrictions ease as the bird nesting season ends. Householders can trim major hedges, but must respect property boundaries and neighbour rules, while farmers and councils have specific permissions.
Arshad Warsi's dark comedy 'Jeevan Bheema Yojana' is set for a theatrical release in early September, with sources differing on the exact date. The film's release was pushed back from its original August 28 slot.
IBM announced a new dual-architecture processor at Hot Chips 2026, capable of running both IBM's mainframe instruction set and Arm's on the same core. The chip, developed with Arm Holdings, aims to bring Arm-native AI and Linux workloads to IBM Z and LinuxONE systems, eliminating the need for virtualization or emulation. It marks the first such processor and is expected to enhance AI capabilities in regulated industries.
Michigan's average gas price dropped 11 cents to $4.16 per gallon, offering some relief to drivers, though prices remain elevated compared to last year. AAA data shows regional variations and a potential record-high national average on Labor Day.
CPI general secretary D. Raja has said his party's demand for the Deputy Leader of Opposition post in the Kerala Assembly is 'genuine' and urged CPI(M) leader Pinarayi Vijayan to be more accommodating. The remarks come amid a sharp attack by CPI mouthpiece Janayugom on Vijayan over the issue.
Former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal has moved the Supreme Court against the Bombay High Court's verdict in his 2013 rape case. The Goa government argues his appeal requires either surrender or an exemption, with the bench reserving its order.
Nayabuddin Sheikh, brother of Sohrabuddin Sheikh, has filed a plea in the Supreme Court challenging the Bombay High Court's decision upholding the acquittal of all 22 accused in the 2005 encounter case, including 21 police officers. The High Court had dismissed appeals against the acquittals in May, citing insufficient evidence.
Player registration for the SA20 Season 5 Auction is now open, with a deadline of September 14, 2026. Nineteen slots remain unfilled across four teams, and the tournament is scheduled to start January 17, 2027.
Lauren Blackmore, a 29-year-old actor from Manchester, says her husband Christopher, 34, gives her £150 a month for beauty treatments. She insists the arrangement is not anti-feminist, but a gesture of love, and urges other women not to settle for less. The TikTok post that shared the story drew divided comments.
An article headlined 'Rangers at White Sox odds' published by several Gannett-affiliated outlets contains no actual odds or game analysis, instead presenting a series of legal and responsible-gambling disclaimers. The text warns that gambling carries financial risk, that past performance does not guarantee future results, and that individual responsibility is emphasized. The piece also notes that Gannett may earn revenue from betting operator referrals, while asserting operators have no influence over news coverage.
A 51-year-old housewife, Lorraine Jae, has admitted assaulting a fellow student at a floristry class in St Helens College after a row over coursework. Jae punched Tracey Musker and threw a protein shake at her, leaving the victim with bruises and a cut. She was ordered to pay £200 compensation plus fines and costs at Liverpool Magistrates' Court.
Stage times for Electric Picnic 2026 have been released, with Lewis Capaldi, Gorillaz, and Fontaines DC headlining across the three days. The festival runs from August 28-30 in Stradbally, Co Laois, with full schedules now available for the Main Stage and other key areas.
India is set to launch its first tokenised corporate bond issue next month, with state-owned REC issuing notes worth less than $57 million in a pilot using blockchain and the central bank digital currency. The offering, expected to debut at a Mumbai fintech event, will be limited to select investors and marks India's entry into blockchain-based bond settlement alongside Europe and Hong Kong.
DMK president and former Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin has filed a petition in the Madras High Court challenging the election of TVK candidate V.S. Babu from the Kolathur constituency in the 2026 Assembly polls, citing alleged malfunctions in EVMs and irregularities involving VVPAT machines. Stalin seeks to have Babu's election declared void and to be declared the winner, alleging procedural lapses in the post-election verification process.
In July, India's retail sector grew 8% year-on-year, driven by need-based purchases and quick service restaurants, according to the Retailers' Association of India. Meanwhile, South Korea saw a 6.4% retail sales increase, fueled by delivery services and summer travel demand, as reported by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources.