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Chinese humanoid robots broke human records in the 100-meter sprint and high jump at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. More than 2,000 robots are participating in the five-day event, featuring 51 events and over 1,000 competitions, showcasing China’s rapidly advancing robotics capabilities amid intensifying U.S.-China technology competition.

The U.S. imposed 50% tariffs on about $20 billion of Canadian goods after trade negotiations failed. The affected products represent just over 5% of Canada’s exports to the U.S. Prime Minister Mark Carney suspended negotiations and vowed dollar-for-dollar retaliation, escalating tensions with President Donald Trump.

A Hollywood family is mourning the loss of 10 dogs after a fire tore through their home. One dog, Baby Judge, survived and remains under intensive veterinary care in an oxygen chamber. The family is holding onto hope as the pup continues fighting to recover from the fire.

A Ukrainian drone attack struck Nizhnekamsk, a major petroleum hub in Russia’s Tatarstan region, killing 13 people and injuring 75, according to Russian officials. Ukraine’s military said it targeted the Taneco oil refinery, about 1,200 kilometers from the Ukrainian border, and reported a fire at the facility.

A divided federal appeals court ordered President Donald Trump’s administration to halt construction of a $400 million White House ballroom, ruling that the project cannot proceed without congressional approval. Trump criticized the decision as “unjust” and said his administration would immediately appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.

At least seven people were reported dead after a student opened fire at Debsirin Nonthaburi School in Nonthaburi on Friday, August 7. Teachers and students were among the victims, while several others were injured. Authorities evacuated the school and launched an investigation as casualty figures continued to be updated.

A new analysis by journalist Palki Sharma traces India's diaspora from 19th-century indentured labourers to one of the world's most influential global communities. Today, more than 35 million people of Indian origin live across 200+ countries, leading major corporations, shaping politics, and contributing significantly to the global economy.

Conflicting US and Iranian statements have clouded prospects for ending their five-month war. Trump says negotiations are underway and called them Tehran’s “last chance,” while Iran denies any talks are occurring. Meanwhile, a cargo vessel reported being struck near the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying concerns about shipping and energy security.

President Donald Trump has so far kept Jeanine Pirro as Washington’s top federal prosecutor despite publicly accusing her of “choking” after her office moved to dismiss charges against former Olympian David Hearn. Prosecutors said flawed installation—not vandalism—caused damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool’s newly installed $14.7 million liner system.

India’s intelligence agencies and covert operatives have waged silent battles to protect national security. Bharat Bioscope highlights Saraswathi Rajamani, regarded as India’s first woman spy; the secrecy surrounding Pokhran-II; and Ravindra Kaushik, known as the Black Tiger, while honouring agents whose missions and sacrifices largely remained outside public headlines.