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MotoGP title contender Ai Ogura has withdrawn from the San Marino Grand Prix, with his fractured thumb still recovering.
The Trackhouse rider got injured in a motocross training crash near Toyko two weeks ago, as he lay third in the 2026 riders’ standings.
Although he swiftly underwent surgery with renowned surgeon Xavier Mir, Ogura was forced to miss the Aragon Grand Prix a few days ...Keep reading

Source: Ai Ogura withdraws from San Marino GP, can’t be replaced

Formula 1 will welcome a new host of the Spanish Grand Prix this weekend as the Madring will make its debut on the outskirts of Spain’s capital city.
It is replacing previous Spanish GP holder Barcelona, which is still on the F1 calendar but under a new name having hosted its 2026 race in June - won by Lewis Hamilton.
This weekend will be the first time Madrid has appeared on the F1 ...Keep reading

Source: Five things to look out for at the F1 Spanish GP

Rinus VeeKay and Juncos Hollinger Racing (JHR) reached new heights in the 2026 IndyCar Series season, securing 10th place in the Drivers' Championship - the first career top-10 championship result for both driver and team.
The 25-year-old Dutchman’s 10th-place milestone behind the wheel of the #76 JHR Chevrolet caps a breakthrough 18-race campaign. Over the course of the season, VeeKay and ...Keep reading

Source: VeeKay and Juncos Hollinger Racing claim milestone top 10 IndyCar championship finish

At the end of Stage 1 of last weekend's Southern 500, Carson Hocevar spun Brad Keselowski in a battle for position. They made contact twice through Turn 4, with Hocevar driving away from the incident unscathed. After the race the 2012 NASCAR Cup champion promised retribution while Hocevar was flippant and dismissive of the entire incident.
Before the race, Hocevar had promised a big discount at ...Keep reading

Source: Carson Hocevar merch storereportedly approached $200,000 in sales after Keselowski clash

Porsche Penske Motorsport (PPM) has restructured its driver lineup for the upcoming IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship round at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course, drafting Laurin Heinrich into the factory squad to replace Laurens Vanthoor behind the wheel of the #6 Porsche 963.
Heinrich will partner with Kevin Estre for the Sept. 20 race in a strategic move aimed directly at ...Keep reading

Source: Laurin Heinrich replaces Laurens Vanthoor at Porsche Penske for IMSA Indy round

When stars die young, they inevitably become trapped in the popular consciousness in a state of eternal youth, embodying romanticised notions of heroic nobility and sacrifice.
For motor racing fans, Gilles Villeneuve’s spectacular and aggressive style came to represent the epitome of what a racing driver should be. His death at the age of 32, during qualifying for the 1982 Belgian ...Keep reading

Source: What Jacques Villeneuve really learned from Gilles: "I can do this, you can’t"

Ferrari Formula 1 junior Tuukka Taponen has described the new Madring circuit as “quite physical” and “very demanding”, explaining how tough perfection is to reach there.
Taponen and other Formula 3 drivers were out on track for a two-day test at Madrid’s new circuit on 24-25 August, and the scale of the challenge noticeably emerged as successive crashes caused five red flags in one ...Keep reading

Source: “Even a small mistake can cost you a lot” - How Madring will challenge F1 drivers

As had been expected for a long time, VR46 announced on Wednesday the arrival of WorldSBK championship leader Nicolo Bulega alongside Fermin Aldeguer for the 2027 MotoGP season.
Bulega will replace Franco Morbidelli, who is expected to make the opposite move and join Ducati in WorldSBK.
VR46 announced a one-year deal; Bulega will be contracted with Ducati and provided with a factory bike ...Keep reading

Source: VR46 signs Nicolo Bulega for 2027 MotoGP season

Source: Watch: Nepal flash floods engulf homes, roads and buildings in horrifying video

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Source: SIR row: No notice issued to Prof CNR Rao over name discrepancy, says Bengaluru official

Source: 'Make ground in Gaza tremble': Egypt warned Netanyahu of Hamas plans before October 7

In a heartwarming incident in Bengaluru, Harshit Sureka faced the misfortune of losing his valuable MacBook during a torrential downpour. Fortunately, an honest e-rickshaw driver, Shivam Raj, discovered the lost device and took it upon himself to track down Sureka through social media. He selflessly returned the laptop without accepting any financial reward, reigniting a sense of trust and integrity among the community.

Source: He lost his Rs 2 lakh MacBook on Bengaluru road; what happened next restored his faith

Robin Raikkonen, the son of 2007 Formula 1 world champion Kimi, has been signed to the Red Bull Junior Team.
Raikkonen was born on 27 January 2015 and has been active in karting since 2022, having competed in the Rotax Max Challenge, first in Switzerland, then across Europe. He also took part in the WSK Super Master Series last year. In both cases, that was in age-appropriate ...Keep reading

Source: Red Bull signs Kimi Raikkonen’s son as junior driver

In the face of surging land prices, real estate professionals are urging the implementation of quicker project approvals and the digitization of land records to streamline business operations. They also highlight the need for a robust affordable housing policy to assist everyday buyers. Industry figures stress the importance of embracing technology to bolster accountability and efficiency in the sector, paving the way for smarter, sustainable construction practices.

Source: Cheaper homes, faster clearances: Real estate experts lay out reforms for growth

Charles Leclerc managed to avoid engine damage in his high-speed crash at Monza so will not receive a grid penalty for this weekend’s Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix.
The Ferrari driver retired on lap two of the Italian Grand Prix on Sunday after losing control of his car through the Parabolic at more than 230km/h.
It came as the result of a bounce over a water drain causing Leclerc, who ...Keep reading

Source: Charles Leclerc to avoid F1 Spanish GP engine penalty despite Monza crash

Source: Philippines defence chief gets China's note mid-speech; his blunt reply stuns room

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo. They discussed multifaceted partnerships and regional safety, security, peace, and prosperity. Sri Lanka reiterated its commitment to India's security interests and acknowledged India's assistance. Both leaders virtually inaugurated three Bailey Bridges constructed by Indian defence forces. Memorandums of understanding were exchanged to boost defence cooperation between the two nations.

Source: ‘Civilisational twins’: Rajnath meets Sri Lankan prez, steps up India’s defence ties

Men in a Dutch office toilet became a small power station using a dedicated urinal. This rig extracted phosphate and ammonia while generating electricity for electric cars. Bacteria break down organic matter in urine, transferring electrons to electrodes for current production. Separately collected urine is a promising feedstock for these bio-electrochemical treatment systems. Research shows urine can be a valuable source for fertilizer and hydrogen gas production.

Source: Dutch scientists turn office urine into electricity, nutrients and hydrogen

In 2023, record-setting storms brought a much-needed boost to Los Angeles's reservoirs and shallow groundwater levels. Yet, deeper aquifers, specifically those lying beneath fifty meters, showed only a slight recovery post-wet season, with just twenty-five percent of lost groundwater replenished. This highlights a crucial disparity; improvements in surface water do not mirror the health of underground reservoirs, a consequence of prolonged drought and aggressive water extraction.

Source: Record storms refilled LA reservoirs, but deep groundwater recovered just 25%

On Wednesday, Brent crude oil prices exceeded one hundred dollars per barrel. Heightened concerns over supply arose following new attacks on oil facilities and tankers in the Middle East. The U.S. military responded by targeting five Iranian tankers, which were involved in missile strikes, while Houthi rebels ignited oil facilities in Saudi Arabia. These escalating conflicts have driven prices higher.

Source: Brent crude hits $100 after fresh wave of Middle East attacks

The Indian A squads have been unveiled for the exciting series against Australia A. Devdutt Padikkal will take the reins of the multi-day team, while Ruturaj Gaikwad steps up as captain of the one-day lineup. Set to unfold in Puducherry, the series comprises two multi-day matches and three one-day games.

Source: Hardik Pandya makes injury return, named in India A squad for Aus A home series

Following the shocking death of a Manipuri music teacher in Delhi, civil society groups have voiced their outrage and called for an in-depth investigation into possible racial motives for the crime. The FIR lodged incorporates serious allegations of group murder based on racial grounds. Advocates pointed out the government’s failure to implement previous recommendations aimed at combating racial biases against Northeast residents.

Source: Human rights organisations condemn 'racist murder' of Manipuri singer in Delhi