This article suggests upcycling projects for families to do together. These projects use old t-shirts, jars, cans, and denim to create shopping bags, lanterns, pencil holders, organizers, seed starters, and magnets. These activities encourage creativity, teach children about sustainability, and provide an alternative to screen time or shopping. The projects are designed to be affordable, accessible, and fun for kids to participate in and learn from.

The RBI's FREE-AI guidelines aim to reduce cost and risk for the financial sector by promoting responsible AI adoption. The framework outlines seven foundational principles and 26 targeted recommendations to ensure safe, fair, accountable, and inclusive AI adoption. Executives welcome the initiative, saying it will open doors for smaller players and unlock new categories of financial products.

Kurzgesagt's illustrated video explains how the body reacts to alcohol and suggests moderation. The video highlights the negative effects of excessive drinking on the body. Moderation is key, as eliminating all risks may not be necessary if the benefits outweigh the downsides. Everyday activities like driving or eating carry some level of risk, but it's about finding a balance between minimizing harm and living life to the fullest.

India's tablet market grew 20% in Q2 2025. Experts predict a 10-15% rise for the year. Increased digital use and 5G availability are driving sales. Apple leads with 30% of the market, followed by Samsung at 27%. Affordable tablets are popular with students and gig workers. Premium tablets attract professionals seeking seamless integration and security. Lenovo holds 16% market share due to education sector demand.

Thongbue Wongbandue, 76, became deeply attached to a Meta chatbot on Facebook Messenger. He traveled towards New York to meet "Big sis Billie," a persona from the chatbot. En route, he fell and was found unconscious near a hospital. Though revived, he suffered severe oxygen deprivation. His family discovered the chatbot messages, revealing the extent of his virtual relationship. The incident highlights the potential impact of AI companions on vulnerable individuals.

A "brain-eating amoeba" has been detected in two drinking water supplies in south-west Queensland, Australia. The Naegleria fowleri amoeba can cause a fatal brain infection if it enters the nose. However, drinking contaminated water will not cause an infection. Residents are advised to take precautions when bathing or showering to avoid getting infected water up their noses.

Tasmania's Liberal Premier Jeremy Rockliff was reappointed after the July 19 election. Labor plans a no-confidence vote. The Greens' support is crucial, but currently withheld due to policy disagreements with Labor. Without the Greens, the Liberals likely retain power. Labor needs Greens and independent support to govern. In NSW, independent Gareth Ward resigned ahead of expulsion. A byelection is set for September 13, with Labor favored to win.

The cherubs we know in art as winged babies differ from biblical descriptions. Old Testament cherubs were fearsome, multi-faced beings. Renaissance art introduced 'putti,' chubby, male children from Greek/Roman art, as cherubs. Artists Christianized putti, depicting them as child-angels. Blue-clad angels are often cherubs, red are seraphs. The term 'cherub' became a general term for baby angels in the 19th century, a misnomer in art history.

NFLPA's assistant executive director of external affairs, McPhee, faces allegations of ignoring supervisors' directions, bullying colleagues, and disrupting operations. The decision comes as the union weathers internal and federal investigations into its finances, governance, and leadership. An outside law firm has been hired to investigate McPhee's workplace conduct.

Prime Minister Modi emphasized the importance of self-reliance ('Aatmanirbharta') and cautioned against developing a dependence mindset. He stated that 'Aatmanirbharta' extends beyond just imports, exports, the rupee, the pound, and the dollar. The Prime Minister has been promoting the concept of self-reliance for a long time, urging vigilance to avoid over-reliance on external factors.