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<p>Charlie Kirk, the conservative commentator and founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University on Wednesday (September 10). The incident, described by Utah Governor Spencer Cox as a “politically motivated assassination,” left the conservative movement in shock and mourning. Kirk, a polarising figure in American politics, was known for his uncompromising opposition to abortion under any circumstances.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A recent viral clip resurfaced following his death, in which he responded to a question about whether he would support abortion if his own 10-year-old daughter were raped and became pregnant. “That’s very graphic,” Kirk replied. “But yes, the child would be born.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-some-gun-deaths-are-unfortunately-worth-it-did-charlie-kirk-pay-the-price-for-supporting-gun-violence-netizens-say-this-1757590200624"><strong>'Some gun deaths are UNFORTUNATELY worth it': Did Charlie Kirk 'pay the price' for supporting gun violence? Netizens say this</strong></a></p><h2>Watch the video here:</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">never forget when charlie kirk said that if his 10yo daughter gets pregnant through rape, the baby should be delivered<br><br>the world is a better place without him <a href="https://t.co/uOea2jmiCz">https://t.co/uOea2jmiCz</a> <a href="https://t.co/YV1Mmow1BC">pic.twitter.com/YV1Mmow1BC</a></p>&mdash; Qazal 🍒 (@_iqazal_) <a href="https://twitter.com/_iqazal_/status/1965889347280056466?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>This response reflected Kirk’s unwavering belief that abortion was morally equivalent to murder — a conviction he often linked to his evangelical Christian values. He regularly argued that the United States was and should remain a Christian nation, insisting there was no real divide between church and state. His speeches and podcast episodes often framed abortion not just as a political issue, but as a spiritual conflict between good and evil.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-jesus-defeated-death-charlie-kirk-s-last-message-resonates-across-social-media-after-shooting-1757583446838"><strong>'Jesus defeated death': Charlie Kirk’s last message resonates across social media after shooting</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Over the years, Kirk built a large following of young conservatives through Turning Point USA and became a prominent ally of former President Donald Trump. While critics often accused him of being extreme and lacking compassion, supporters celebrated his consistency and religious conviction. Kirk is survived by his wife, Erika Frantzve, a fellow conservative and podcaster, and their two children.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/how-wealthy-was-the-trump-s-ally-charlie-kirk-know-net-worth-career-and-family-who-shot-in-utah-1757579256887"><strong>How wealthy was the Trump's ally 'Charlie Kirk' who was shot in Utah? Know his net worth, career, and family</strong></a></p>

Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA and staunch anti-abortion advocate, was shot dead at a Utah campus event on Wednesday (September 10)

Charlie Kirk, the conservative commentator and founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University on Wednesday (September 10). The incident, described by Utah Governor Spencer Cox as a “politically motivated assassination,” left the conservative movement in shock and mourning. Kirk, a polarising figure in American politics, was known for his uncompromising opposition to abortion under any circumstances. A recent viral clip resurfaced following his death, in which he responded to a question about whether he would support abortion if his own 10-year-old daughter were raped and became pregnant. “That’s very graphic,” Kirk replied. “But yes, the child would be born.” Also Read: 'Some gun deaths are UNFORTUNATELY worth it': Did Charlie Kirk 'pay the price' for supporting gun violence? Netizens say this Watch the video here:

<p>Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA and staunch anti-abortion advocate, was shot dead at a Utah campus event on Wednesday (September 10)</p>

'Yes, the child would be born': Charlie Kirk’s viral stance on abortion resurfaces

<p>An American who goes by the name immi.grateful on Instagram recently posted a video about the workers he saw at the London Heathrow airport. In the video, he says that as he looks around the airport, all he sees are Indians working and not a single British person. "I just landed in London, I am at the airport, and I keep walking around the centre of the airport, and I don't see any British people working. Not one. Every single one of them is Indian." The influencer understands that what he is saying might come across as racism, and so he quickly adds, "There are going to be people out there saying, 'oh it's racism', but it's not. It's absolutely OK to ask the question - how did Britain, the country that literally was the pinnacle of freedom in the West, the country that gave us free speech and democracy, turn into what it is today?"</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Absolutely zero British people working, and this is wild to me, especially because I am an immigrant myself. If I walk around America, all I want to see are Americans. I don't want every person that I see working to be somebody else," he says. On his Insta page, the man describes himself as "Conservative Politics &amp; Immigration Education, with a touch of western lifestyle." His post was flooded with mixed comments. A user wrote, "They are working and pay taxes. I don't see the problem." Meanwhile, another pointed out that not all brown people are Indians. "Not broen man is indian btw for you they pakistani,bangladeshi ,nepali, etc but you labelled them indian. Tell me are all white man are brits ?? (sic)," a user asked.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Netizens accuse him of promoting hate against Indians</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Another user said, "Because those same British people refused to do those jobs! Simple! And Britain gave the world democracy and free speech? &nbsp;Where do you get your information from? WhatsApp?" Some pointed out British colonial policies and how they exploited India. "What about Indian treasures at your museums? No "Observations" there?" a user wrote, with another adding, "That's what happens when you keep running around colonising other people."</p><p>Some also accused him or promoting hate against India. "He is an American and he is promoting the hate towards Indians. Isn't this they are all doing in America? (sic)"</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>One user simply pointed out that in a global world, this is how things work. "Gentleman you are in 2025. Its a global world. You have shortage of labour and that is why they are there. They are on work visa not illegal. Tomorrow NASA will have shortage of scientists will you close it down or bring in outside talent to keep it running and also your economy."</p>

An American influencer is inviting criticism for saying that everyone working at the London Heathrow airport is “Indian.” In a video on Instagram, he questioned how Britain let this happen. People jumped in with their opinions, pointing out why there are no British people there.

An American who goes by the name immi.grateful on Instagram recently posted a video about the workers he saw at the London Heathrow airport. In the video, he says that as he looks around the airport, all he sees are Indians working and not a single British person. "I just landed in London, I am at the airport, and I keep walking around the centre of the airport, and I don't see any British people working. Not one. Every single one of them is Indian." The influencer understands that what he is saying might come across as racism, and so he quickly adds, "There are going to be people out there saying, 'oh it's racism', but it's not. It's absolutely OK to ask the question - how did Britain, the country that literally was the pinnacle of freedom in the West, the country that gave us free speech and democracy, turn into what it is today?" "Absolutely zero British people working, and this is wild to me, especially because I am an immigrant myself. If I walk around America, all I want to see are Americans. I don't want every person that I see working to be somebody else," he says. On his Insta page, the man describes himself as "Conservative Politics & Immigration Education, with a touch of western lifestyle." His post was flooded with mixed comments. A user wrote, "They are working and pay taxes. I don't see the problem." Meanwhile, another pointed out that not all brown people are Indians. "Not broen man is indian btw for you they pakistani,bangladeshi ,nepali, etc but you labelled them indian. Tell me are all white man are brits ?? (sic)," a user asked.

<p>An American influencer is inviting criticism for saying that everyone working at the London Heathrow airport is “Indian.” In a video on Instagram, he questioned how Britain let this happen. People jumped in with their opinions, pointing out why there are no British people there.</p>

'Everyone working at Heathrow is Indian': American influencer slammed for promoting anti-India hate

<p>On September 10, 2001, air travel was still an easy affair. Families could walk passengers all the way to departure gates, security checks were minimal, and boarding a plane rarely meant long queues or extensive scrutiny. The very next day, that world changed. The September 11 attacks, in which four hijacked planes were used as weapons against the United States, left nearly 3,000 dead and sent shockwaves across the globe. They also permanently reshaped how the world thinks about aviation. Airports became the frontline of the fight against terrorism, and flying has never been the same.</p><h2>Before 9/11: A Different Era of Flying</h2><p>Prior to 2001, security at airports was relatively relaxed. In the United States, private contractors handled checks, with limited training and little uniformity. Passengers kept shoes on, carried liquids freely, and often passed through metal detectors with little fuss. Cockpit doors were not reinforced, and in-flight security protocols were minimal. Hijackings in earlier decades, while not uncommon, were generally resolved through negotiations rather than violence. The idea that commercial jets could be weaponised was almost unthinkable.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/24-years-of-9-11-u-s-marks-24th-anniversary-of-the-attacks-remembers-fallen-victims-1757582420387/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/24-years-of-9-11-u-s-marks-24th-anniversary-of-the-attacks-remembers-fallen-victims-1757582420387/embed</a></p><h2>Immediate Changes After the Attacks</h2><p>The 9/11 attacks forced a dramatic rethinking of aviation security. Within weeks, the US Congress created the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), transferring responsibility for airport security from private contractors to a federal agency. The aim was to standardize procedures and ensure tighter controls.</p><p>Among the earliest changes were:</p><ul><li>Reinforced cockpit doors to prevent unauthorized access.</li><li>Passenger no-fly lists, identifying individuals deemed security risks.</li><li>Random secondary screenings and behavioral profiling.</li><li>Increased presence of armed air marshals on flights.</li></ul><p>Air travel quickly became synonymous with long queues, multiple layers of checks, and stricter baggage rules.</p><h2>The Global Ripple Effect</h2><p>The US response to 9/11 set the tone for airports worldwide. Countries across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East adopted similar measures. Europe introduced tighter screening protocols and, after the foiled 2006 transatlantic bomb plot, banned large quantities of liquids and gels in carry-on baggage—a rule that still applies today. India moved toward a more centralised model, with the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) taking charge of airport security nationwide. Measures such as body frisking, hand baggage X-rays, and heightened access controls became standard. Middle Eastern hubs like Dubai and Doha, which were rapidly expanding at the time, invested heavily in security infrastructure while accommodating record passenger growth. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) also pushed for uniform security standards across member countries, embedding counter-terror vigilance into the DNA of global air travel.</p><h2>Technology and Surveillance</h2><p>The past two decades have seen technology play a central role in aviation security. Full-body scanners, once controversial, are now common in major airports. Biometric systems, such as fingerprint and facial recognition, are increasingly used to verify identities. Artificial intelligence is being deployed to analyse passenger data and detect suspicious travel patterns. Some airports employ behavioral detection officers, trained to spot nervous or evasive behaviour. While these technologies promise efficiency, they have also sparked debates on privacy and surveillance. Civil liberties groups argue that the balance has tilted heavily toward security at the expense of individual rights.</p><h2>The Human Impact</h2><p>The transformation of airports has not been without consequences for passengers. For many, flying has become synonymous with long waits, intrusive checks, and occasional humiliation. The experience of removing shoes, belts, and electronics is now routine. South Asian, Middle Eastern, and Muslim travelers, in particular, reported higher levels of profiling in the years following 9/11. Incidents involving Sikhs, whose turbans were often misidentified, highlighted the cultural gaps in new screening systems. At the same time, passenger psychology shifted. Where airports were once spaces of glamour and excitement, they became associated with vigilance and suspicion.</p><h2>Two Decades On: Has It Worked?</h2><p>There is little doubt that aviation has become significantly harder to exploit for terrorists. Since 2001, successful hijackings have been extremely rare, and the idea of storming cockpits is now virtually impossible.</p><p>However, critics argue that some measures amount to "security theater"—rituals designed more to reassure passengers than to genuinely deter threats. The sheer inconvenience of air travel has also raised questions about whether the costs outweigh the benefits.</p><h2>A Living Legacy</h2><p>Twenty-four years after 9/11, airports remain among the most visible reminders of that day’s impact. The reinforced cockpit doors, the no-fly lists, the ban on liquids—all stand as legacies of the moment when aviation became inseparable from national security. Air travel is undeniably safer today, but it is also slower, more restrictive, and shaped by suspicion. The simple act of flying has never gone back to what it was.</p>

9/11 forever reshaped flying—ushering in tighter checks, new technology, and global security measures that made airports the frontlines of counterterrorism

On September 10, 2001, air travel was still an easy affair. Families could walk passengers all the way to departure gates, security checks were minimal, and boarding a plane rarely meant long queues or extensive scrutiny. The very next day, that world changed. The September 11 attacks, in which four hijacked planes were used as weapons against the United States, left nearly 3,000 dead and sent shockwaves across the globe. They also permanently reshaped how the world thinks about aviation. Airports became the frontline of the fight against terrorism, and flying has never been the same. Before 9/11: A Different Era of Flying Prior to 2001, security at airports was relatively relaxed. In the United States, private contractors handled checks, with limited training and little uniformity. Passengers kept shoes on, carried liquids freely, and often passed through metal detectors with little fuss. Cockpit doors were not reinforced, and in-flight security protocols were minimal. Hijackings in earlier decades, while not uncommon, were generally resolved through negotiations rather than violence. The idea that commercial jets could be weaponised was almost unthinkable. https://www.wionews.com/videos/24-years-of-9-11-u-s-marks-24th-anniversary-of-the-attacks-remembers-fallen-victims-1757582420387/embed Immediate Changes After the Attacks The 9/11 attacks forced a dramatic rethinking of aviation security. Within weeks, the US Congress created the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), transferring responsibility for airport security from private contractors to a federal agency. The aim was to standardize procedures and ensure tighter controls. Among the earliest changes were: Reinforced cockpit doors to prevent unauthorized access. Passenger no-fly lists, identifying individuals deemed security risks. Random secondary screenings and behavioral profiling. Increased presence of armed air marshals on flights. Air travel quickly became synonymous with long queues, multiple layers of checks, and stricter baggage rules. The Global Ripple Effect The US response to 9/11 set the tone for airports worldwide. Countries across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East adopted similar measures. Europe introduced tighter screening protocols and, after the foiled 2006 transatlantic bomb plot, banned large quantities of liquids and gels in carry-on baggage—a rule that still applies today. India moved toward a more centralised model, with the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) taking charge of airport security nationwide. Measures such as body frisking, hand baggage X-rays, and heightened access controls became standard. Middle Eastern hubs like Dubai and Doha, which were rapidly expanding at the time, invested heavily in security infrastructure while accommodating record passenger growth. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) also pushed for uniform security standards across member countries, embedding counter-terror vigilance into the DNA of global air travel. Technology and Surveillance The past two decades have seen technology play a central role in aviation security. Full-body scanners, once controversial, are now common in major airports. Biometric systems, such as fingerprint and facial recognition, are increasingly used to verify identities. Artificial intelligence is being deployed to analyse passenger data and detect suspicious travel patterns. Some airports employ behavioral detection officers, trained to spot nervous or evasive behaviour. While these technologies promise efficiency, they have also sparked debates on privacy and surveillance. Civil liberties groups argue that the balance has tilted heavily toward security at the expense of individual rights. The Human Impact The transformation of airports has not been without consequences for passengers. For many, flying has become synonymous with long waits, intrusive checks, and occasional humiliation. The experience of removing shoes, belts, and electronics is now routine. South Asian, Middle Eastern, and Muslim travelers, in particular, reported higher levels of profiling in the years following 9/11. Incidents involving Sikhs, whose turbans were often misidentified, highlighted the cultural gaps in new screening systems. At the same time, passenger psychology shifted. Where airports were once spaces of glamour and excitement, they became associated with vigilance and suspicion. Two Decades On: Has It Worked? There is little doubt that aviation has become significantly harder to exploit for terrorists. Since 2001, successful hijackings have been extremely rare, and the idea of storming cockpits is now virtually impossible. However, critics argue that some measures amount to "security theater"—rituals designed more to reassure passengers than to genuinely deter threats. The sheer inconvenience of air travel has also raised questions about whether the costs outweigh the benefits. A Living Legacy Twenty-four years after 9/11, airports remain among the most visible reminders of that day’s impact. The reinforced cockpit doors, the no-fly lists, the ban on liquids—all stand as legacies of the moment when aviation became inseparable from national security. Air travel is undeniably safer today, but it is also slower, more restrictive, and shaped by suspicion. The simple act of flying has never gone back to what it was.

<p>9/11 forever reshaped flying—ushering in tighter checks, new technology, and global security measures that made airports the frontlines of counterterrorism</p>

From boarding gates to full-body scanners: 9/11 and the day air travel changed forever

<p>The face of Nepal's Gen Z protest, Sudan Gurung, burst into tears while speaking at a press conference on Thursday (September 11). A video circulated on social media showed Gurung crying in the middle of his statement. His voice cracked, and he was seen wiping off his tears in the middle of the conference.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Nepal: Sudan Gurung, one of the Gen-Z leaders, gets emotional and breaks down as he addresses the media in Kathmandu. <a href="https://t.co/R0cozVReOy">pic.twitter.com/R0cozVReOy</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1966070245786816801?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>Who is Sudan Gurung, the face of Nepal’s Gen Z protest?</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The 36-year-old is an activist and the president of Hami Nepal - an NGO that organised the entire protest. On social media, Gurung's NGO has posted a pool of content on how to organise a protest and other tips and tricks, some of them primarily targeted at students.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-have-some-planes-the-20-minutes-of-9-11-nobody-can-explain-inside-norad-s-delayed-response-1757587378616"><strong>'We have some planes': The 20 minutes of 9/11 nobody can explain. Inside NORAD’s delayed response</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Gurung introduces himself as an activist and philanthropist working for over a decade to provide help in disasters. His NGO used social media was the platform that circulated protest routes and safety instructions on September 8.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As per Nepalese media, Gurung lost his child during an earthquake - an incident that changed his life. After this, he became an organiser supporting people during relief efforts at the time of disasters.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>What is his role in NGOs and activism?</strong></p><p><br><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-jai-nepal-this-boy-went-viral-for-his-hitler-style-speech-6-months-later-he-s-leading-gen-z-protest-in-kathmandu-1757432806863"><strong>'Jai Nepal': This boy went viral for his Hitler-style speech, 6 months later, he's leading Gen Z protest in Kathmandu</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Gurung's NGO has the motive of "For the people, by the people," and he has said earlier, “It’s time the new generation steps up and challenges the old ways of running the country. You can do anything as long as you have the willpower."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/this-devil-s-astrologer-from-area-51-predicted-nepal-political-fallout-2-years-ago-here-s-what-he-said-1757439959598"><strong>THIS 'Devil’s Astrologer' from 'Area 51' predicted Nepal political fallout 2 years ago. Here's what he said</strong></a></p>

Sudan Gurung has become the face of Nepal Gen Z protest. He is the owner of the NGO that organised the entire protest. He was seen crying on camera while giving a statement in Kathmandu. 

The face of Nepal's Gen Z protest, Sudan Gurung, burst into tears while speaking at a press conference on Thursday (September 11). A video circulated on social media showed Gurung crying in the middle of his statement. His voice cracked, and he was seen wiping off his tears in the middle of the conference.

<p>Sudan Gurung has become the face of Nepal's Gen Z protest. He is the owner of the NGO that organised the entire protest. He was seen crying on camera while giving a statement in Kathmandu.</p>

WATCH: Gen Z leader Sudan Gurung breaks down during media address. Here's what happened

<p>The 31-year-old Charlie Kirk, who was the founder of the right-wing group Turning Point USA, was shot dead on Wednesday (September 10). He was a close ally of US President Donald Trump. He was killed during a speech at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. During the incident, Kirk was talking about gun violence. A video of the incident circulated on social media showed Kirk being shot in the neck. He was declared died by the he was brought to the hospital. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Soon after his death, his previous remark, which he made in 2023, surfaced online, where he argued that gun deaths were an unfortunate but acceptable “cost” of preserving Second Amendment rights.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">When discussing the topic of school shootings, Charlie Kirk once said it’s worth dealing with senseless gun violence so he can continue to own his weapons.<br><br>Now there’s one less person on this Earth who believes that. <a href="https://t.co/e7LjkDcW0g">pic.twitter.com/e7LjkDcW0g</a></p>&mdash; B (@salutetheflagg) <a href="https://twitter.com/salutetheflagg/status/1965881608508157980?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>'You reap what you sow'</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>People on the internet seemed to be openly celebrating Kirk’s killing, framing it as the consequence of the very values he championed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>One viral post by @lavishmack read: “Why is there any sympathy for someone upholding violence against us?!”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Others filled comment sections with remarks such as, “Didn’t he advocate for gun rights? Like this is his own doing.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-have-some-planes-the-20-minutes-of-9-11-nobody-can-explain-inside-norad-s-delayed-response-1757587378616"><strong>The 20 minutes of 9/11 nobody can explain. Inside NORAD’s delayed response</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“He got what he deserved. He said it was worth it anyway," said one X user.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>'I think it's worth it'</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In his 2023 speech, Kirk said, “You will never live in a society when you have an armed citizenry and you won't have a single gun death. That is nonsense. It's drivel. But I am, I think it's worth it. I think it's worth to have a cost of, unfortunately, some gun deaths every single year so that we can have the Second Amendment to protect our other God-given rights. That is a prudent deal. It is rational. Nobody talks like this. They live in a complete alternate universe.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Donald Trump ally, Charlie Kirk, was shot dead on September 10 in Utah. People on the internet seemed to be openly celebrating Kirk killing, framing it as the consequence of the very values he championed.

 

The 31-year-old Charlie Kirk, who was the founder of the right-wing group Turning Point USA, was shot dead on Wednesday (September 10). He was a close ally of US President Donald Trump. He was killed during a speech at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. During the incident, Kirk was talking about gun violence. A video of the incident circulated on social media showed Kirk being shot in the neck. He was declared died by the he was brought to the hospital. Soon after his death, his previous remark, which he made in 2023, surfaced online, where he argued that gun deaths were an unfortunate but acceptable “cost” of preserving Second Amendment rights.

<p>Donald Trump's ally, Charlie Kirk, was shot dead on September 10 in Utah. People on the internet seemed to be openly celebrating Kirk’s killing, framing it as the consequence of the very values he championed.</p>

'Some gun deaths are UNFORTUNATELY worth it': Did Charlie Kirk 'pay the price' for supporting gun violence? Netizens say this

<p>“I’m in a terrible situation – please stick with me,” Peter Mandelson pleaded in an email to Jeffrey Epstein — a message that has now cost him his job. Freshly uncovered correspondence shows Mandelson had a far closer, more personal bond with the disgraced financier than previously admitted. He even urged Epstein to push for early release and described him as “my best pal,” while questioning the legitimacy of his 2008 sex offence conviction. The revelations have forced Prime Minister Keir Starmer to remove Mandelson from his role as UK ambassador to the US, saying the newly surfaced evidence made his position untenable despite earlier vetting.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-disturbing-and-sickening-peter-mandelson-britain-s-ambassador-to-us-fired-over-links-with-best-pal-jeffrey-epstein-1757586482167"><strong>'Disturbing and sickening': Peter Mandelson, Britain’s ambassador to US fired over links with 'best pal' Jeffrey Epstein</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a statement issued by the UK Foreign Office, the government confirmed that Mandelson would be removed from his role as ambassador to the United States. The decision followed the emergence of newly surfaced emails written by Mandelson that shed more light on the nature of his relationship with Epstein. “These communications reveal a significantly closer connection between Peter Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein than was understood at the time of his appointment,” the statement noted. Officials also insisted that Downing Street was unaware of the extent of this association when Mandelson was selected for the post.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The controversy reignited after the release of a Democratic report from the House Oversight Committee in the US, which included a birthday compilation that featured a previously undisclosed letter from Mandelson. In the letter, he referred to Epstein as “my best pal,” a remark that drew sharp criticism given Epstein’s criminal record as a convicted sex offender. Additional emails reveal Mandelson offering unwavering support to Epstein, writing that he was “following you closely and here whenever you need.” In one message, Mandelson even encouraged Epstein to “remember the Art of War” while dealing with legal authorities.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Just prior to Epstein’s sentencing—an 18-month term for soliciting a minor for prostitution—Mandelson urged him to “fight for early release.” In another email, he wrote, “I think the world of you,” a day before Epstein began serving his sentence. Facing backlash, Mandelson issued a statement on Wednesday (September 10) expressing remorse over his involvement with Epstein, admitting that he “regretted ever meeting him” and acknowledging that he maintained contact with Epstein “for much longer than was appropriate.”</p>

Peter Mandelson sacked: UK envoy sent THIS EMAIL to late sex offender Epstein saying 'please stick with me'. Deets here

“I’m in a terrible situation – please stick with me,” Peter Mandelson pleaded in an email to Jeffrey Epstein — a message that has now cost him his job. Freshly uncovered correspondence shows Mandelson had a far closer, more personal bond with the disgraced financier than previously admitted. He even urged Epstein to push for early release and described him as “my best pal,” while questioning the legitimacy of his 2008 sex offence conviction. The revelations have forced Prime Minister Keir Starmer to remove Mandelson from his role as UK ambassador to the US, saying the newly surfaced evidence made his position untenable despite earlier vetting. Also Read: 'Disturbing and sickening': Peter Mandelson, Britain’s ambassador to US fired over links with 'best pal' Jeffrey Epstein In a statement issued by the UK Foreign Office, the government confirmed that Mandelson would be removed from his role as ambassador to the United States. The decision followed the emergence of newly surfaced emails written by Mandelson that shed more light on the nature of his relationship with Epstein. “These communications reveal a significantly closer connection between Peter Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein than was understood at the time of his appointment,” the statement noted. Officials also insisted that Downing Street was unaware of the extent of this association when Mandelson was selected for the post. The controversy reignited after the release of a Democratic report from the House Oversight Committee in the US, which included a birthday compilation that featured a previously undisclosed letter from Mandelson. In the letter, he referred to Epstein as “my best pal,” a remark that drew sharp criticism given Epstein’s criminal record as a convicted sex offender. Additional emails reveal Mandelson offering unwavering support to Epstein, writing that he was “following you closely and here whenever you need.” In one message, Mandelson even encouraged Epstein to “remember the Art of War” while dealing with legal authorities. Just prior to Epstein’s sentencing—an 18-month term for soliciting a minor for prostitution—Mandelson urged him to “fight for early release.” In another email, he wrote, “I think the world of you,” a day before Epstein began serving his sentence. Facing backlash, Mandelson issued a statement on Wednesday (September 10) expressing remorse over his involvement with Epstein, admitting that he “regretted ever meeting him” and acknowledging that he maintained contact with Epstein “for much longer than was appropriate.”

<p>Peter Mandelson was sacked as UK ambassador after fresh emails reveal deeper ties to Epstein, including calling him ‘best pal’ and contesting his 2008 conviction</p>

<p>Former Miss Nepal Shrinkhala Khatiwada has lost over 100,000 followers on Instagram within a matter of days. In 2018, she represented the country on the Miss World stage and finished in the Top 12. The architect-turned-model advocated for children's education at the time. People back home were proud of her and admired her for reaching this far. However, things have changed dramatically for her in 2025 amid the ongoing protests in Nepal. Instead of earning praise, she is being slammed by netizens for being a "Nepo Kid", a term being used for children of Nepalese politicians who are living lavish lives, while the rest of the population of the country continues to struggle to make ends meet. The protests in Nepal are being led by Gen Z and spawned from a social media ban. But, slowly ,they turned into a wider movement against government corruption and the political elite and their children. Shrinkhala is the daughter of former Health Minister Birodh Khatiwada and Munu Sigdel, a member of the Bagmati Provincial Parliament.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her Instagram page is full of posts showing her lavish lifestyle, with international trips, luxury brands, fashion photoshoots and more. People are angry to see the kids of politicians living their best life, which they say is being funded by their tax money. Her Instagram posts are now flooded with comments like "Our taxes, their luxury". Nepalese are up in arms against the politically influential class of "Nepo Kids" who do not care about the common man. Users on her Instagram page are now asking her about what she has done about the big claims she made during the Miss World pageant.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>What has further fuelled this unrest is the fact that she has not said anything on the ongoing unrest in the country. "What happened to all the big talks of advocating for children's education?" a user wrote on her page, while another questioned her silence. "It was all a facade and a big fat lie. Children are being shot, killed, murdered, not even one word of outrage. So called advocacy," a user wrote.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This triggered an exodus from her Instagram page, as over 100,000 people unfollowed her. People have been dropping angry comments, such as, "Your father is corrupted and your husband is murderer." A user tagged CEO of Miss World Julia Morley, and asked her to "officially declare that she has nothing to do with @missworld in past, present and future." She added, "Nepal has been through a lot and she along with her parents has simply fueled up destruction that goes against the motto."</p>

Former Miss Nepal Shrinkhala Khatiwada has become the face of “Nepo Kids” rage in Nepal. She is the daughter of a former health minister and flaunts an ultra-luxurious lifestyle on Instagram. People are lashing out against her, and 100,000 have unfollowed her.

Former Miss Nepal Shrinkhala Khatiwada has lost over 100,000 followers on Instagram within a matter of days. In 2018, she represented the country on the Miss World stage and finished in the Top 12. The architect-turned-model advocated for children's education at the time. People back home were proud of her and admired her for reaching this far. However, things have changed dramatically for her in 2025 amid the ongoing protests in Nepal. Instead of earning praise, she is being slammed by netizens for being a "Nepo Kid", a term being used for children of Nepalese politicians who are living lavish lives, while the rest of the population of the country continues to struggle to make ends meet. The protests in Nepal are being led by Gen Z and spawned from a social media ban. But, slowly ,they turned into a wider movement against government corruption and the political elite and their children. Shrinkhala is the daughter of former Health Minister Birodh Khatiwada and Munu Sigdel, a member of the Bagmati Provincial Parliament. Her Instagram page is full of posts showing her lavish lifestyle, with international trips, luxury brands, fashion photoshoots and more. People are angry to see the kids of politicians living their best life, which they say is being funded by their tax money. Her Instagram posts are now flooded with comments like "Our taxes, their luxury". Nepalese are up in arms against the politically influential class of "Nepo Kids" who do not care about the common man. Users on her Instagram page are now asking her about what she has done about the big claims she made during the Miss World pageant.

<p>Former Miss Nepal Shrinkhala Khatiwada has become the face of “Nepo Kids” rage in Nepal. She is the daughter of a former health minister and flaunts an ultra-luxurious lifestyle on Instagram. People are lashing out against her, and 100,000 have unfollowed her.</p>

Former Miss Nepal Shrinkhala loses over 100,000 Instagram followers amid unrest - A face of 'Nepo Kids'

<p>The new One World Trade Center officially opened on 3 November 2014 at the site of the 9/11 terrorist attacks in Lower Manhattan, New York City. For many supporters, rebuilding on the exact spot where the World Trade Center’s twin towers once stood is a symbol of resilience, revival, and hope. However, some critics questioned the safety and emotional sensitivity of constructing another towering structure on what remains a high-profile target. Taller than the original twin towers, One World Trade Center is the tallest building in the United States as well as the Western Hemisphere. But how does the US ensure the safety of this site?</p><h2>One World Trade Center: A new design for a new era</h2><p>Also known as One WTC or the Freedom Tower, the new skyscraper does not replicate the design of the original twin towers, WTC 1 and WTC 2, which were both 110-storey buildings identical in appearance. One World Trade Center is a distinct, singular building within a larger complex that includes other towers such as 2 WTC, 3 WTC, 4 WTC, and 7 WTC, each with unique architectural designs and purposes.</p><p>One World Trade Center stands at 1,776 feet, &nbsp;including its spire, a symbolic reference to the year 1776, when the US Declaration of Independence was signed.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/revealed-trump-familys-secret-crypto-deal-with-terror-linked-pakistan-9073275/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/revealed-trump-familys-secret-crypto-deal-with-terror-linked-pakistan-9073275/embed</a></p><h2>After 9/11 attacks on WTC, why did the US rebuild on the same site?</h2><p>Rebuilding the World Trade Center on the same site was a decision grounded in symbolism. Supporters described it as an act of defiance against terrorism and a message of recovery, reinforcing that the area would continue to serve as a hub of international trade and finance.</p><p>The complex has since helped revitalise Lower Manhattan, attracting major companies like Condé Nast, which became one of the first tenants in 2014.</p><p>Alongside the office towers, the site features the National September 11 Memorial &amp; Museum, dedicated to honouring the 2,977 victims of 9/11 attacks. The twin reflecting pools, situated on the original footprints of the North and South Towers, serve as solemn reminders of the tragedy in 2001.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/remembering-9-11-heroes-roselle-the-guide-dog-who-led-a-blind-man-down-78-floors-1757560386032">Remembering 9/11 heroes: Roselle, the guide dog who led a blind man down 78 floors</a></p><h2>Critics of One World Trade Center cited security and sensitivity concerns</h2><p>Despite its symbolic significance, the decision to rebuild on the original site faced some resistance. Critics felt it was emotionally inappropriate to construct commercial buildings where thousands perished. There were calls for the entire area to be reserved as a memorial space.</p><p>Critics also expressed concerns about security, as the World Trade Center remains a symbolic target for potential terrorist activity. Past incidents, such as a teen sneaking past security in 2014 to climb One WTC and base jumpers breaching perimeter defences, heightened anxieties about the building’s vulnerability.</p><h2>Rebuilding World Trade Center was a costly affair</h2><p>The entire rebuilding process took nearly 15 years and cost an estimated $4 billion for One World Trade Center alone. The project faced multiple delays due to political, financial, and design disagreements. Some architects and community members initially advocated for rebuilding the original twin towers or for a less ambitious design to avoid turning the site into another high-profile target.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/9-11-anniversary-justice-delayed-justice-denied-how-the-us-failed-to-convict-any-of-the-suspects-caught-khalid-sheikh-mohammed-status-us-terrorism-1757570930703">9/11 anniversary: Justice delayed, justice denied? How the US failed to convict or sentence any of the suspects caught after 24 years</a></p><h2>Avoiding another attack: How is the New World Trade Center secured?</h2><p>Given the tragic history and high-profile nature of the site, multi-layered security has been integrated into both the building's structure and its daily operations. Much of the detailed strategy remains classified, but several measures are publicly known:</p><p>Structural and architectural security includes a fortified base: The building features an 85-foot-tall reinforced concrete podium with no windows on the lower floors, designed to withstand vehicle-borne explosives.<br>Blast-resistant materials are used. The building’s glass façade and steel frame are engineered to resist significant blast forces.<br>Ultra-high-strength concrete was used, with the core having materials significantly stronger than those in conventional skyscrapers.<br>Life-safety systems, such as sprinklers, emergency lighting, and communications, are duplicated to maintain functionality in emergencies.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/9-11-attack-anniversary-how-dr-shakeel-afridi-who-helped-us-kill-osama-bin-laden-was-hunted-down-and-jailed-by-pakistan-1757575721256">9/11 attack anniversary: How Dr Shakeel Afridi, who helped US kill Osama Bin Laden, was hunted down, jailed by Pakistan</a></p><h2>World Trade Center has a constant federal and state law enforcement presence</h2><p>New York Police Department (NYPD) has dedicated World Trade Center Command that patrols the site 24/7, with support from counterterrorism units.</p><p>Federal agencies like the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and &nbsp;Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) collaborate with local authorities to monitor threats and share intelligence.</p><p>Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF), a multi-agency team led by the FBI and including NYPD officers, focuses on preempting terrorist activity.</p><p>The Port Authority Police Department (PAPD), which is responsible for security at the WTC complex, has increased staff and developed specialised units focused on infrastructure protection.</p><h2>High-tech surveillance ensures saftey of One World Trade Center</h2><p>The area is equipped with an extensive network of CCTV cameras, motion detectors and licence plate readers, integrated with the NYPD’s Domain Awareness System for real-time monitoring. Access control is managed through strict ID checks and security screenings are mandatory for visitors and employees.<br>Cybersecurity and drone defence are in place, with advanced systems monitoring cyber threats and detecting unauthorised aerial drones.</p><h2>One World Trade Center emergency preparedness: Always ready for eventualities</h2><p>To ensure evacuation readiness, One WTC has 73 elevators, many of which can be used by first responders and for high-speed evacuations. Fireproofing, smoke control systems, and emergency lighting are built to modern high-rise standards.<br>Regular drills are conducted by NYPD, PAPD, and other agencies, simulating potential incidents to test readiness.<br>The Port Authority collaborates with private security firms hired by individual tenants of the buildings, in order to ensure alignment with the broader security strategy.<br>To ensure constant public vigilance, Campaigns such as “If You See Something, Say Something” are conducted, encouraging public awareness and cooperation in maintaining site safety.</p><h2>One World Trade Center: More than a skyscraper</h2><p>One World Trade Center represents more than just a skyscraper — it stands as a monument to those lost, a declaration of resilience, and a key component in New York’s continued evolution. While security concerns remain, the building incorporates some of the most advanced safety and anti-terrorism measures ever deployed in a civilian structure.</p><p>Whether seen as a bold act of renewal or a potentially risky symbol, the rebuilt World Trade Center reflects the complex legacy of 9/11, one of loss, memory, strength, and enduring hope.<br>&nbsp;</p>

One World Trade Center, built on the original World Trade Center site destroyed by the 9/11 terror attack, is a symbol of American resilience and hope. How does the 1,776-foot skyscraper ensure its safety against another potential attack?

The new One World Trade Center officially opened on 3 November 2014 at the site of the 9/11 terrorist attacks in Lower Manhattan, New York City. For many supporters, rebuilding on the exact spot where the World Trade Center’s twin towers once stood is a symbol of resilience, revival, and hope. However, some critics questioned the safety and emotional sensitivity of constructing another towering structure on what remains a high-profile target. Taller than the original twin towers, One World Trade Center is the tallest building in the United States as well as the Western Hemisphere. But how does the US ensure the safety of this site? One World Trade Center: A new design for a new era Also known as One WTC or the Freedom Tower, the new skyscraper does not replicate the design of the original twin towers, WTC 1 and WTC 2, which were both 110-storey buildings identical in appearance. One World Trade Center is a distinct, singular building within a larger complex that includes other towers such as 2 WTC, 3 WTC, 4 WTC, and 7 WTC, each with unique architectural designs and purposes. One World Trade Center stands at 1,776 feet, including its spire, a symbolic reference to the year 1776, when the US Declaration of Independence was signed. https://www.wionews.com/videos/revealed-trump-familys-secret-crypto-deal-with-terror-linked-pakistan-9073275/embed After 9/11 attacks on WTC, why did the US rebuild on the same site? Rebuilding the World Trade Center on the same site was a decision grounded in symbolism. Supporters described it as an act of defiance against terrorism and a message of recovery, reinforcing that the area would continue to serve as a hub of international trade and finance. The complex has since helped revitalise Lower Manhattan, attracting major companies like Condé Nast, which became one of the first tenants in 2014. Alongside the office towers, the site features the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, dedicated to honouring the 2,977 victims of 9/11 attacks. The twin reflecting pools, situated on the original footprints of the North and South Towers, serve as solemn reminders of the tragedy in 2001. Also read: Remembering 9/11 heroes: Roselle, the guide dog who led a blind man down 78 floors Critics of One World Trade Center cited security and sensitivity concerns Despite its symbolic significance, the decision to rebuild on the original site faced some resistance. Critics felt it was emotionally inappropriate to construct commercial buildings where thousands perished. There were calls for the entire area to be reserved as a memorial space. Critics also expressed concerns about security, as the World Trade Center remains a symbolic target for potential terrorist activity. Past incidents, such as a teen sneaking past security in 2014 to climb One WTC and base jumpers breaching perimeter defences, heightened anxieties about the building’s vulnerability. Rebuilding World Trade Center was a costly affair The entire rebuilding process took nearly 15 years and cost an estimated $4 billion for One World Trade Center alone. The project faced multiple delays due to political, financial, and design disagreements. Some architects and community members initially advocated for rebuilding the original twin towers or for a less ambitious design to avoid turning the site into another high-profile target. Also read: 9/11 anniversary: Justice delayed, justice denied? How the US failed to convict or sentence any of the suspects caught after 24 years Avoiding another attack: How is the New World Trade Center secured? Given the tragic history and high-profile nature of the site, multi-layered security has been integrated into both the building's structure and its daily operations. Much of the detailed strategy remains classified, but several measures are publicly known: Structural and architectural security includes a fortified base: The building features an 85-foot-tall reinforced concrete podium with no windows on the lower floors, designed to withstand vehicle-borne explosives. Blast-resistant materials are used. The building’s glass façade and steel frame are engineered to resist significant blast forces. Ultra-high-strength concrete was used, with the core having materials significantly stronger than those in conventional skyscrapers. Life-safety systems, such as sprinklers, emergency lighting, and communications, are duplicated to maintain functionality in emergencies. Also read: 9/11 attack anniversary: How Dr Shakeel Afridi, who helped US kill Osama Bin Laden, was hunted down, jailed by Pakistan World Trade Center has a constant federal and state law enforcement presence New York Police Department (NYPD) has dedicated World Trade Center Command that patrols the site 24/7, with support from counterterrorism units. Federal agencies like the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) collaborate with local authorities to monitor threats and share intelligence. Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF), a multi-agency team led by the FBI and including NYPD officers, focuses on preempting terrorist activity. The Port Authority Police Department (PAPD), which is responsible for security at the WTC complex, has increased staff and developed specialised units focused on infrastructure protection. High-tech surveillance ensures saftey of One World Trade Center The area is equipped with an extensive network of CCTV cameras, motion detectors and licence plate readers, integrated with the NYPD’s Domain Awareness System for real-time monitoring. Access control is managed through strict ID checks and security screenings are mandatory for visitors and employees. Cybersecurity and drone defence are in place, with advanced systems monitoring cyber threats and detecting unauthorised aerial drones. One World Trade Center emergency preparedness: Always ready for eventualities To ensure evacuation readiness, One WTC has 73 elevators, many of which can be used by first responders and for high-speed evacuations. Fireproofing, smoke control systems, and emergency lighting are built to modern high-rise standards. Regular drills are conducted by NYPD, PAPD, and other agencies, simulating potential incidents to test readiness. The Port Authority collaborates with private security firms hired by individual tenants of the buildings, in order to ensure alignment with the broader security strategy. To ensure constant public vigilance, Campaigns such as “If You See Something, Say Something” are conducted, encouraging public awareness and cooperation in maintaining site safety. One World Trade Center: More than a skyscraper One World Trade Center represents more than just a skyscraper — it stands as a monument to those lost, a declaration of resilience, and a key component in New York’s continued evolution. While security concerns remain, the building incorporates some of the most advanced safety and anti-terrorism measures ever deployed in a civilian structure. Whether seen as a bold act of renewal or a potentially risky symbol, the rebuilt World Trade Center reflects the complex legacy of 9/11, one of loss, memory, strength, and enduring hope.

<p>One World Trade Center, built on the original World Trade Center site destroyed by the 9/11 terror attack, is a symbol of American resilience and hope. How does the 1,776-foot skyscraper ensure its safety against another potential attack?</p>

9/11: Why did the US rebuild the One World Trade Center at the same site where terrorists destroyed the Twin Towers? How safe is it?

<p>A thought-provoking post by conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, shared on September 7, has taken on new significance following his tragic death. Kirk, 31, was fatally shot during a public Q&amp;A session at the Utah Valley University (UVU) in Orem on Wednesday (September 10). The incident occurred around 12:20 pm local time while Kirk was addressing students on campus. Just days before the fatal shooting, Kirk posted a reflective message on X (formerly Twitter), saying, “Jesus defeated death so you can live.” In the wake of his death, the post has gone viral, resonating deeply with supporters and sparking tributes across social media.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/how-wealthy-was-the-trump-s-ally-charlie-kirk-know-net-worth-career-and-family-who-shot-in-utah-1757579256887"><strong>How wealthy was the Trump's ally 'Charlie Kirk' who was shot in Utah? Know his net worth, career, and family</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Benny Johnson, a conservative commentator, reposted the quote, saying, “Charlie Kirk is an American martyr. Charlie gave his life for God and country. May we rise up with a full heart and defeat the evil that stole Charlie Kirk from us. God help us. This is the Turning Point.” Dustin Burrows, Speaker of the Texas House, shared Kirk’s message and said, “Today, we grieve the loss of a man who not only proclaimed that truth but lived it with courage, conviction, and unwavering faith. His passing is a painful reminder of the brokenness around us, yet also a powerful testament to the eternal hope we share in Christ. Charlie’s voice inspired millions to stand boldly for faith, family, and freedom. Though his time here was cut short, his mission endures.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/stephen-colbert-condemns-charlie-kirk-s-assassination-on-his-show-violence-does-not-solve-our-political-differences-1757575068142"><strong>Stephen Colbert condemns Charlie Kirk’s assassination on his show: Violence does not solve our political differences</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Other tributes poured in, many pointing to the tragic reality that Kirk’s two young children will now grow up without their father. One user wrote, “He never wavered in his beliefs. He was a man of faith, family, and principle—and he paid the ultimate price for standing firm.” Another user added, “His words, ‘Jesus defeated death so you can live,’ now carry a powerful weight. Though silenced, his message of hope and strength continues to inspire.”</p>

Charlie Kirk, 31, was fatally shot at Utah Valley University. Days earlier, he had posted on X saying, “Jesus defeated death so you can live.”

A thought-provoking post by conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, shared on September 7, has taken on new significance following his tragic death. Kirk, 31, was fatally shot during a public Q&A session at the Utah Valley University (UVU) in Orem on Wednesday (September 10). The incident occurred around 12:20 pm local time while Kirk was addressing students on campus. Just days before the fatal shooting, Kirk posted a reflective message on X (formerly Twitter), saying, “Jesus defeated death so you can live.” In the wake of his death, the post has gone viral, resonating deeply with supporters and sparking tributes across social media. Also Read: How wealthy was the Trump's ally 'Charlie Kirk' who was shot in Utah? Know his net worth, career, and family Benny Johnson, a conservative commentator, reposted the quote, saying, “Charlie Kirk is an American martyr. Charlie gave his life for God and country. May we rise up with a full heart and defeat the evil that stole Charlie Kirk from us. God help us. This is the Turning Point.” Dustin Burrows, Speaker of the Texas House, shared Kirk’s message and said, “Today, we grieve the loss of a man who not only proclaimed that truth but lived it with courage, conviction, and unwavering faith. His passing is a painful reminder of the brokenness around us, yet also a powerful testament to the eternal hope we share in Christ. Charlie’s voice inspired millions to stand boldly for faith, family, and freedom. Though his time here was cut short, his mission endures.” Also Read: Stephen Colbert condemns Charlie Kirk’s assassination on his show: Violence does not solve our political differences Other tributes poured in, many pointing to the tragic reality that Kirk’s two young children will now grow up without their father. One user wrote, “He never wavered in his beliefs. He was a man of faith, family, and principle—and he paid the ultimate price for standing firm.” Another user added, “His words, ‘Jesus defeated death so you can live,’ now carry a powerful weight. Though silenced, his message of hope and strength continues to inspire.”

<p>Charlie Kirk, 31, was fatally shot at Utah Valley University. Days earlier, he had posted on X saying, “Jesus defeated death so you can live.”</p>

'Jesus defeated death': Charlie Kirk’s last message resonates across social media after shooting

<p>Cillian Murphy has surprised his fans with a new trend called ROMO while promoting his latest film, <i>Steve.</i> When asked about Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated project, <i>The Odyssey,</i> at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), the<i> Oppenheimer</i> actor with a signature dry humour stated, "Is there a trailer? I have ROMO: relief of missing out.” The joke instantly caught the attention of the fans online, as in the era dominated by FOMO (fear of missing out), Murphy’s ROMO is a trend that is loved by introverts because sometimes, missing out isn’t a curse but a blessing.</p><h2>Murphy On Christopher Nolan’s -The Odyssey</h2><p>Even though the actor is not part of Nolan’s <i>The Odyssey,</i> he expressed admiration for his longtime collaborator. “If any director in the world could tackle <i>The Odyssey,</i> it’s Christopher Nolan. He is one in a million. I can’t wait to see what he does with it,” Murphy said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/christopher-nolan-criticized-for-filming-the-odyssey-in-the-troubled-region-of-western-sahara-stop-filming-1753870355455"> Christopher Nolan criticized for filming The Odyssey in the troubled region of Western Sahara</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Academy Award-winning actor has worked with Nolan on six films, including <i>Batman Begins</i>, Inception and the critically acclaimed <i>Oppenheimer</i>, which awarded both of them Oscars. Their partnership is said to be one of modern cinema’s most powerful director-actor duos.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">“do you have any fomo?” “i have romo: relief of missing out” 😭😭😭😭<br><br> <a href="https://t.co/JvYxmiaphH">pic.twitter.com/JvYxmiaphH</a></p>&mdash; annie (@incepthion) <a href="https://twitter.com/incepthion/status/1964360323692945898?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 6, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>ROMO- The answer to FOMO for introverts</h2><p>While FOMO has dominated social media culture for a long period of time, it has also contributed to anxiety when people see others attending parties, travelling or landing opportunities. On the other hand, ROMO flips the script as instead of obsessing over what you are not part of, ROMO celebrates the calm that comes from stepping back or taking a break.</p><h2>How ROMO helps your mental health and its rise</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>ROMO gives you a feeling of peace rather than panic when saying “no” to any plans. It helps to save time and energy from endless commitments, and people can choose solitude, reflection, or authenticity over social pressure. The casual statement from Murphy may have just given traction to a growing cultural shift.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mental health experts have already been talking about ROMO as a counterbalance to the stress of FOMO. With increasing pressure from social media feeds, ROMO impresses those who want to prefer themselves and embrace boundaries. If FOMO defined the 2010s, maybe the 2020s will belong to ROMO and Murphy just might be its most unlikely ambassador.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Besides ROMO, the conversation at TIFF didn’t stop with The Odyssey. When asked about the highly awaited Peaky Blinders movie, Murphy replied only, “Oh, I can’t tell you.”&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While fans may need to be patient for news about Tommy Shelby’s return, Murphy’s schedule remains full with Steve, the TIFF premiere directed by Tim Mielants and written by Max Porter. As he takes a step back from Nolan’s universe (at least for now), Murphy has definitely sparked a conversation about ROMO on social media.</p>

Actor Cillian Murphy has sparked conversation around a new terminology- ROMO- during an interview at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). While he may take a break from 'Nolan Universe' for now, his casual statement is surely going to impress the fans particularly introverts.

Cillian Murphy has surprised his fans with a new trend called ROMO while promoting his latest film, Steve. When asked about Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated project, The Odyssey, at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), the Oppenheimer actor with a signature dry humour stated, "Is there a trailer? I have ROMO: relief of missing out.” The joke instantly caught the attention of the fans online, as in the era dominated by FOMO (fear of missing out), Murphy’s ROMO is a trend that is loved by introverts because sometimes, missing out isn’t a curse but a blessing. Murphy On Christopher Nolan’s -The Odyssey Even though the actor is not part of Nolan’s The Odyssey, he expressed admiration for his longtime collaborator. “If any director in the world could tackle The Odyssey, it’s Christopher Nolan. He is one in a million. I can’t wait to see what he does with it,” Murphy said. Also read: Christopher Nolan criticized for filming The Odyssey in the troubled region of Western Sahara The Academy Award-winning actor has worked with Nolan on six films, including Batman Begins, Inception and the critically acclaimed Oppenheimer, which awarded both of them Oscars. Their partnership is said to be one of modern cinema’s most powerful director-actor duos.

<p>Actor Cillian Murphy has sparked conversation around a new terminology- ROMO- during an interview at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). While he may take a break from 'Nolan Universe' for now, his casual statement is surely going to impress the fans particularly introverts.</p>

Move over FOMO; Cillian Murphy's ROMO is the new trend

<p>Scientists have successfully revived the genome of the Spanish Flu that struck the world in 1918. This was thought impossible since the lung it was decoded from had been preserved in a substance that damages the RNA. The achievement was revealed in the peer-reviewed study published in the journal BMC Biology. The influenza A virus (H1N1) strain was taken from the lung of an 18-year-old man who died in the first wave of the Spanish Flu pandemic in Switzerland. Sequencing of the genome has also shown how the virus mutated rapidly in the early stages to adapt to the human body. A team of European researchers took the preserved autopsy sample from the lung tissue that had been placed in formalin. It was kept at the University of Zurich’s medical collection, and no kind of study was carried out on it for over 100 years. Dr Verena Schünemann and his team managed to sequence the genome despite the lung sample ZH1502 being kept in formalin, which causes crosslinking and damages RNA. He said in the paper that not only did their work reveal the virus’s genetic structure, but also showed that it was fast-changing in the early days of the pandemic.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/the-invisible-killer-in-kerala-s-waters-brain-eating-amoeba-claims-fifth-life-in-less-than-a-month-1757397388167"><strong>The invisible killer in Kerala’s waters: ‘Brain-eating amoeba’ claims fifth life in less than a month</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>To overcome the challenge posed by formalin, Schünemann’s team developed a new ligation-based RNA sequencing protocol. This method was specifically devised to work on degraded or ancient viral RNA and helped them recover more than 98 per cent of the viral genome at high quality. It avoids the use of phenol-chloroform chemicals to be able to retain information about RNA strand orientation. They found that several mutations occurred early on in the virus, since this man died on July 15, 1918, during the first wave. This finding shows that the virus quickly turned dangerous, as opposed to previous theories that state it only mutated towards the second half of 1918. "The virus already showed signs of human-specific adaptation well before the second wave hit," the researchers wrote in the paper.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/russian-doomsday-radio-buzzes-again-transmits-two-coded-messages-people-ask-who-s-listening-and-why-now-1757394065471"><strong>Russian 'Doomsday Radio' buzzes again, transmits two coded messages: LISTEN!</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Spanish Flu timeline changes</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This changes the timeline of the virus since earlier samples sequenced came from the autumn or winter of 1918, showing dangerous viral changes. But now that the genome from the summer of the year has also been revived, it shows that the virus was becoming deadly much earlier. However, it isn't clear whether this represents co-circulating viral strains or a swift mutation sweep. The researchers compared the 1918 genome diversity with that of the 2009 H1N1 pandemic, and determined that the Spanish Fly strains had more genetic diversity in certain segments. Scientists believe there could be several more such tissues in formalin and the new methodology can be used to gain insights into diseases like tuberculosis, HIV, or pre-antibiotic bacterial infections.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Spanish Flu gripped the world from 1918 to 1920. The lung of an 18-year-old who died in the summer of 1918 has revealed secret mutations that had remained unknown until now. The Spanish Flu had turned deadly way before previously thought. 

Scientists have successfully revived the genome of the Spanish Flu that struck the world in 1918. This was thought impossible since the lung it was decoded from had been preserved in a substance that damages the RNA. The achievement was revealed in the peer-reviewed study published in the journal BMC Biology. The influenza A virus (H1N1) strain was taken from the lung of an 18-year-old man who died in the first wave of the Spanish Flu pandemic in Switzerland. Sequencing of the genome has also shown how the virus mutated rapidly in the early stages to adapt to the human body. A team of European researchers took the preserved autopsy sample from the lung tissue that had been placed in formalin. It was kept at the University of Zurich’s medical collection, and no kind of study was carried out on it for over 100 years. Dr Verena Schünemann and his team managed to sequence the genome despite the lung sample ZH1502 being kept in formalin, which causes crosslinking and damages RNA. He said in the paper that not only did their work reveal the virus’s genetic structure, but also showed that it was fast-changing in the early days of the pandemic. Also Read: The invisible killer in Kerala’s waters: ‘Brain-eating amoeba’ claims fifth life in less than a month To overcome the challenge posed by formalin, Schünemann’s team developed a new ligation-based RNA sequencing protocol. This method was specifically devised to work on degraded or ancient viral RNA and helped them recover more than 98 per cent of the viral genome at high quality. It avoids the use of phenol-chloroform chemicals to be able to retain information about RNA strand orientation. They found that several mutations occurred early on in the virus, since this man died on July 15, 1918, during the first wave. This finding shows that the virus quickly turned dangerous, as opposed to previous theories that state it only mutated towards the second half of 1918. "The virus already showed signs of human-specific adaptation well before the second wave hit," the researchers wrote in the paper. Also Read: Russian 'Doomsday Radio' buzzes again, transmits two coded messages: LISTEN! Spanish Flu timeline changes This changes the timeline of the virus since earlier samples sequenced came from the autumn or winter of 1918, showing dangerous viral changes. But now that the genome from the summer of the year has also been revived, it shows that the virus was becoming deadly much earlier. However, it isn't clear whether this represents co-circulating viral strains or a swift mutation sweep. The researchers compared the 1918 genome diversity with that of the 2009 H1N1 pandemic, and determined that the Spanish Fly strains had more genetic diversity in certain segments. Scientists believe there could be several more such tissues in formalin and the new methodology can be used to gain insights into diseases like tuberculosis, HIV, or pre-antibiotic bacterial infections.

<p>Spanish Flu gripped the world from 1918 to 1920. The lung of an 18-year-old who died in the summer of 1918 has revealed secret mutations that had remained unknown until now. The Spanish Flu had turned deadly way before previously thought.&nbsp;</p>

107-year-old lung used to revive deadly Spanish Flu genome: This changes history

<p>Another anniversary of 9/11 is here, but the United States has yet to convict or sentence any of those arrested alive over links to the horrific terror attacks of 2001. The 11 September 2001 terror attacks left an estimated 2,996 people dead. Of these, 2,977 were civilians and first responders, including people in the World Trade Center towers, the Pentagon, and the passengers and crew aboard the hijacked planes. The 19 terrorists who hijacked four planes died while carrying out the dastardly attacks.</p><h2>How the 9/11 terror attack unfolded&nbsp;</h2><p>American Airlines Flight 11 crashed into the North Tower of the World Trade Center, while United Airlines Flight 175 crashed into the South Tower. American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon and United Airlines Flight 93 crashed into a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, after passengers bravely fought the hijackers. The hijackers of this plane were believed to be targeting either the White House or the Capitol.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/lashkar-operative-in-charge-of-lets-headquarters-in-muridke-neutralised-9060744//embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/lashkar-operative-in-charge-of-lets-headquarters-in-muridke-neutralised-9060744//embed</a></p><h2>What is the status of the suspects caught alive after the 9/11 attacks?</h2><p>As the perpetrators died in the terror attacks, the investigation and arrests focused on the conspirators, planners, and facilitators. Yet, nearly a quarter-century later, there have been no convictions or sentencing. The man known as the mastermind of the attack, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, has been imprisoned at Guantanamo Bay since 2006, and his trial has been continuing sporadically for over a decade. There has never been any official talk of him being released. However, plea deals were discussed that might have ruled out the death penalty for him.</p><p>9/11 terror attack legal quandary: Nobody was convicted or sentenced to death</p><p>Despite the United States having the death penalty in several states and within the military commission system, no individuals have been convicted or sentenced to death for their roles in the 11 September 2001 attacks.&nbsp;<br>The attacks were carried out by the al-Qaeda terror group, led by Osama Bin Laden, who was killed in Pakistan in 2011 in a US Marines raid.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/nasa-shares-haunting-image-of-911-attacks-captured-from-space-758080">NASA shares haunting image of 9/11 attacks captured from space</a></p><h2>Who are the five key people charged with orchestrating the attack?</h2><p>Five men have been charged with terrorism offences related to 9/11. Khalid Sheikh Mohammed is the alleged mastermind of the attacks. Walid bin Attash is accused of training the hijackers. Mustafa al-Hawsawi is accused of financing the operation. Ali Abdul Aziz Ali, also known as Ammar al-Baluchi, is accused of facilitating logistics and money transfers. Ramzi bin al-Shibh is accused of acting as a liaison between the hijackers and al-Qaeda leadership. All five are being tried before military commissions at Guantanamo Bay.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/remembering-9-11-heroes-roselle-the-guide-dog-who-led-a-blind-man-down-78-floors-1757560386032/amp">Remembering 9/11 heroes: Roselle, the guide dog who led a blind man down 78 floors</a></p><h2>The controversial plea agreement of the 9/11 mastermind</h2><p>There was widespread controversy in July 2024, when a plea agreement was proposed that would have allowed Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, Walid bin Attash, and Mustafa al-Hawsawi to plead guilty in exchange for life sentences without parole, thereby avoiding the death penalty.&nbsp;<br>Following public and political backlash, the then US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin rescinded the deal.&nbsp;<br>In July 2025, a federal appeals court ruled that the plea agreements were not binding, thereby reinstating the possibility of the death penalty.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-is-khalid-sheikh-mohammed-the-alleged-mastermind-of-911-attacks-wholl-avoid-death-penalty-746130">Who is Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind of 9/11 attacks who'll avoid death penalty?</a></p><h2>What is the current status of the 9/11 terror attack suspects?</h2><p>At the time of writing this, none of the accused have been convicted or sentenced, even after 24 years.&nbsp;<br>The trials have been marred by frequent delays, legal wrangling, and disputes over evidence, particularly material obtained under torture.&nbsp;<br>There have also been concerns about human rights abuses at Guantanamo Bay. Many hearings have been cancelled or rescheduled due to changes in legal teams, mental competency issues, and disputes over classified evidence.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-admin-launches-review-of-us-troops-withdrawal-from-afghanistan-timeline-from-9-11-attack-to-end-of-20-year-war-wion-explains-1747825811137">Trump admin launches review of US troops' withdrawal from Afghanistan: Timeline from 9/11 attack to end of '20-year-war' | WION Explains</a></p><h2>Justice delayed, justice denied: Why the 9/11 case is a stain on US legal history</h2><p>The 9/11 case is arguably one of the most prolonged and controversial in US legal history.&nbsp;<br>Many families of victims are frustrated and disillusioned by the lack of justice.&nbsp;<br>The United States used the 9/11 attacks as a justification to invade Afghanistan in 2001, but withdrew in 2021. The Taliban, originally ousted as a result of that invasion, returned to power amid the chaotic American exit.&nbsp;<br>The global anti-terror sentiment after 9/11 was also used to invade Iraq under the false pretext that Saddam Hussein possessed weapons of mass destruction. He was captured, tried, and executed in 2006, even though Iraq had no role in the 9/11 attacks.&nbsp;<br>In contrast, none of those captured alive for direct links to the 9/11 attacks have been convicted, executed, or even sentenced.&nbsp;<br>This remains a historical irony and an enduring failure of the US approach to justice and counterterrorism.<br>&nbsp;</p>

24 years after the 9/11 terror attacks, no detained suspect has been convicted or sentenced despite ongoing trials at Guantanamo Bay. Victim families are frustrated and justice still unserved as it remains among the longest terror cases in the US 

Another anniversary of 9/11 is here, but the United States has yet to convict or sentence any of those arrested alive over links to the horrific terror attacks of 2001. The 11 September 2001 terror attacks left an estimated 2,996 people dead. Of these, 2,977 were civilians and first responders, including people in the World Trade Center towers, the Pentagon, and the passengers and crew aboard the hijacked planes. The 19 terrorists who hijacked four planes died while carrying out the dastardly attacks. How the 9/11 terror attack unfolded American Airlines Flight 11 crashed into the North Tower of the World Trade Center, while United Airlines Flight 175 crashed into the South Tower. American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon and United Airlines Flight 93 crashed into a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, after passengers bravely fought the hijackers. The hijackers of this plane were believed to be targeting either the White House or the Capitol. https://www.wionews.com/videos/lashkar-operative-in-charge-of-lets-headquarters-in-muridke-neutralised-9060744//embed What is the status of the suspects caught alive after the 9/11 attacks? As the perpetrators died in the terror attacks, the investigation and arrests focused on the conspirators, planners, and facilitators. Yet, nearly a quarter-century later, there have been no convictions or sentencing. The man known as the mastermind of the attack, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, has been imprisoned at Guantanamo Bay since 2006, and his trial has been continuing sporadically for over a decade. There has never been any official talk of him being released. However, plea deals were discussed that might have ruled out the death penalty for him. 9/11 terror attack legal quandary: Nobody was convicted or sentenced to death Despite the United States having the death penalty in several states and within the military commission system, no individuals have been convicted or sentenced to death for their roles in the 11 September 2001 attacks. The attacks were carried out by the al-Qaeda terror group, led by Osama Bin Laden, who was killed in Pakistan in 2011 in a US Marines raid. Also read: NASA shares haunting image of 9/11 attacks captured from space Who are the five key people charged with orchestrating the attack? Five men have been charged with terrorism offences related to 9/11. Khalid Sheikh Mohammed is the alleged mastermind of the attacks. Walid bin Attash is accused of training the hijackers. Mustafa al-Hawsawi is accused of financing the operation. Ali Abdul Aziz Ali, also known as Ammar al-Baluchi, is accused of facilitating logistics and money transfers. Ramzi bin al-Shibh is accused of acting as a liaison between the hijackers and al-Qaeda leadership. All five are being tried before military commissions at Guantanamo Bay. Also read: Remembering 9/11 heroes: Roselle, the guide dog who led a blind man down 78 floors The controversial plea agreement of the 9/11 mastermind There was widespread controversy in July 2024, when a plea agreement was proposed that would have allowed Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, Walid bin Attash, and Mustafa al-Hawsawi to plead guilty in exchange for life sentences without parole, thereby avoiding the death penalty. Following public and political backlash, the then US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin rescinded the deal. In July 2025, a federal appeals court ruled that the plea agreements were not binding, thereby reinstating the possibility of the death penalty. Also read: Who is Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind of 9/11 attacks who'll avoid death penalty? What is the current status of the 9/11 terror attack suspects? At the time of writing this, none of the accused have been convicted or sentenced, even after 24 years. The trials have been marred by frequent delays, legal wrangling, and disputes over evidence, particularly material obtained under torture. There have also been concerns about human rights abuses at Guantanamo Bay. Many hearings have been cancelled or rescheduled due to changes in legal teams, mental competency issues, and disputes over classified evidence. Also read: Trump admin launches review of US troops' withdrawal from Afghanistan: Timeline from 9/11 attack to end of '20-year-war' | WION Explains Justice delayed, justice denied: Why the 9/11 case is a stain on US legal history The 9/11 case is arguably one of the most prolonged and controversial in US legal history. Many families of victims are frustrated and disillusioned by the lack of justice. The United States used the 9/11 attacks as a justification to invade Afghanistan in 2001, but withdrew in 2021. The Taliban, originally ousted as a result of that invasion, returned to power amid the chaotic American exit. The global anti-terror sentiment after 9/11 was also used to invade Iraq under the false pretext that Saddam Hussein possessed weapons of mass destruction. He was captured, tried, and executed in 2006, even though Iraq had no role in the 9/11 attacks. In contrast, none of those captured alive for direct links to the 9/11 attacks have been convicted, executed, or even sentenced. This remains a historical irony and an enduring failure of the US approach to justice and counterterrorism.

<p>24 years after the 9/11 terror attacks, no detained suspect has been convicted or sentenced despite ongoing trials at Guantanamo Bay. Victim families are frustrated and justice still unserved as it remains among the longest terror cases in the US&nbsp;</p>

9/11 anniversary: Justice delayed, justice denied? How the US failed to convict or sentence any of the suspects caught after 24 years

<p>Over the years, The Simpsons has built an odd reputation for “predicting the future.” From Donald Trump’s presidency to other pop culture events, online conspiracy theories often claim the cartoon’s writers have hidden foresight. So when one of its episodes was pulled from broadcast in the wake of the September 11th terror attacks, many were quick to link it to the tragedy.</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/remembering-9-11-heroes-roselle-the-guide-dog-who-led-a-blind-man-down-78-floors-1757560386032"><strong>Roselle, the guide dog who led a blind man down 78 floors on 9/11</strong></a></p><h2><strong>The episode at the centre of the theory</strong></h2><p>The controversy comes from the ninth season’s opening episode, The City of New York vs. Homer Simpson, first aired in September 1997. The episode followed the family’s chaotic trip to New York, much of it centred on the World Trade Centre. Critics praised it, and the show even won an Emmy for one of its original songs. But after 9/11, the episode was withdrawn from syndication because of its heavy use of the Twin Towers as a backdrop. It only returned in 2006, with edits to remove several pointed references, including a joke about Tower One.</p><h2><strong>Why do people think that The Simpsons predict 9/11?</strong></h2><p>Online theories often point to a scene where Lisa holds up a brochure promoting a $9 bus fare to New York. Behind the number 9, the Twin Towers are visible, making the image resemble “9/11.” This, conspiracy theorists argue, shows the series foreshadowed the attacks.</p><h2><strong>What do the creators say?</strong></h2><p>Showrunner Al Jean dismissed the claims in an interview with The New York Times. “There is a frame where there’s a brochure that says New York at $9 a day, and behind the nine are the twin towers,” he said. “So they look like an 11, and it looks like a 9/11. That one is a completely bizarre, strange thing,” he added.</p><p>Bill Oakley, who co-wrote the episode, explained that the ad design was simply practical. “$9 was picked as a comically cheap fare. To make an ad for it, the artist logically chose to include a silhouette of NYC. I signed off on the design. It’s pretty self-explanatory. And I will grant that it’s eerie given that it’s on the only episode of any series ever that had an entire act of World Trade Centre jokes,” he said.</p><h2><strong>Coincidence, not prediction</strong></h2><p>Despite the theories, there is no evidence that The Simpsons “predicted” 9/11. The imagery was a coincidence, and gave fuel to the conspiracy theories due to the fact that the episode featured the Twin Towers more heavily than any other sitcom at the time.</p>

The Simpsons faced controversy after a 1997 episode featuring the Twin Towers was pulled following 9/11. Conspiracy theories linked it to the attacks, though it was later re-aired with edits.

Over the years, The Simpsons has built an odd reputation for “predicting the future.” From Donald Trump’s presidency to other pop culture events, online conspiracy theories often claim the cartoon’s writers have hidden foresight. So when one of its episodes was pulled from broadcast in the wake of the September 11th terror attacks, many were quick to link it to the tragedy. Also read: Roselle, the guide dog who led a blind man down 78 floors on 9/11 The episode at the centre of the theory The controversy comes from the ninth season’s opening episode, The City of New York vs. Homer Simpson, first aired in September 1997. The episode followed the family’s chaotic trip to New York, much of it centred on the World Trade Centre. Critics praised it, and the show even won an Emmy for one of its original songs. But after 9/11, the episode was withdrawn from syndication because of its heavy use of the Twin Towers as a backdrop. It only returned in 2006, with edits to remove several pointed references, including a joke about Tower One. Why do people think that The Simpsons predict 9/11? Online theories often point to a scene where Lisa holds up a brochure promoting a $9 bus fare to New York. Behind the number 9, the Twin Towers are visible, making the image resemble “9/11.” This, conspiracy theorists argue, shows the series foreshadowed the attacks. What do the creators say? Showrunner Al Jean dismissed the claims in an interview with The New York Times. “There is a frame where there’s a brochure that says New York at $9 a day, and behind the nine are the twin towers,” he said. “So they look like an 11, and it looks like a 9/11. That one is a completely bizarre, strange thing,” he added. Bill Oakley, who co-wrote the episode, explained that the ad design was simply practical. “$9 was picked as a comically cheap fare. To make an ad for it, the artist logically chose to include a silhouette of NYC. I signed off on the design. It’s pretty self-explanatory. And I will grant that it’s eerie given that it’s on the only episode of any series ever that had an entire act of World Trade Centre jokes,” he said. Coincidence, not prediction Despite the theories, there is no evidence that The Simpsons “predicted” 9/11. The imagery was a coincidence, and gave fuel to the conspiracy theories due to the fact that the episode featured the Twin Towers more heavily than any other sitcom at the time.

<p>The Simpsons faced controversy after a 1997 episode featuring the Twin Towers was pulled following 9/11. Conspiracy theories linked it to the attacks, though it was later re-aired with edits.</p>

Factcheck: Did The Simpsons predict the 9/11 attacks? Why a 1997 episode was pulled after Al-Qaeda hit World Trade Centre

<p>NASA presented proof of ancient life on Mars at a press conference on Wednesday (September 10), claiming a win not just for the space agency but also for President Donald Trump. Acting Administrator Sean Duffy, who is also the United States Secretary of Transportation, led the gathering of journalists to inform them how the Perseverance rover had collected a rock sample that contains proof of microbial life on the Red Planet billions of years ago. Duffy ensured to claim that the rover was launched during Trump's first tenure as president. Notably, the rover took off for space on July 30, 2020, the last year of Trump's presidency. This reference was not only made to make sure that Trump was credited with the discovery, but also aimed to dismiss claims that the Trump administration is not interested in pursuing space exploration. The president has been slammed for reducing NASA's budget, a move that caused an uproar among the scientific community.</p><h2><strong>NASA budget cuts by Trump administration</strong></h2><p>Donald Trump has substantially cut down on NASA's budget for the year 2026. On May 2, the Trump administration proposed cutting NASA funding by nearly 25 per cent, bringing it down from $24.8 billion to $18.8 billion. Most of this reduction will happen in the agency's science programs. According to The Planetary Society, a nonprofit exploration advocacy organisation, the 2026 budget would be the agency's lowest since 1961 when adjusted for inflation. Scientists have argued that this will affect the Artemis moon missions and the agency's next steps towards space exploration, including putting a man on Mars. However, Duffy used the occasion of the Mars announcement to assert that Trump is not against science and space. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-no-way-not-going-to-happen-acting-nasa-chief-duffy-says-china-will-not-beat-us-to-the-moon-1757520784597"><strong>'No way, not going to happen': Acting NASA chief Duffy says China will not beat US to the Moon</strong></a></p><h2><strong>How will NASA bring samples from Mars with budget cuts?</strong></h2><p>Responding to a question about the mission to bring back Martian samples and how NASA plans on doing it with the allotted budget, Duffy stressed, "We need science for Moon and Mars. We can accomplish our mission with the given budget." While the reporter did not mention Trump, Duffy brought him up and stated, "The president loves space. He asked me about it." Duffy and the scientists on stage were repeatedly bombarded with questions about the Mars Sample Return (MSR) mission, a program that has taken a hit due to spiralling costs. An independent review of the mission found that it could cost anywhere between $10 billion and $11 billion. "I have to look at dollars, time, and return. We need to get these samples back in a better way. Resources are precious. We need to work to our best possible abilities," Duffy said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He also added that even though the budget cuts were a concern for the rest of the country, he was confident that the given money was enough to move ahead, and if it wasn't, he wouldn't hesitate to ask Trump for more.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>China is not getting to the Moon before us, Duffy says</strong></h2><p>A reporter pointed out that China was supposedly ahead of the United States in its mission to land a man on the Moon and also bring back samples from Mars. Duffy fiercely claimed that NASA would win the space race, and there was "no way" that Beijing would get to the Moon first. &nbsp;"We need to keep pushing and win this space race," he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In another video posted on NASA's web page, Duffy says, "China wants to get to the Moon, but we are getting there first. I am committed to getting us to the Moon and winning the second space race before President Trump leaves office."<br>&nbsp;</p>

President Donald Trump is all for science, and “he loves space”, NASA acting chief Sean Duffy has said. He made this statement as the Trump administration announced budget cuts for the space agency earlier this year. Duffy said, we will reach the Moon under President Trump.

NASA presented proof of ancient life on Mars at a press conference on Wednesday (September 10), claiming a win not just for the space agency but also for President Donald Trump. Acting Administrator Sean Duffy, who is also the United States Secretary of Transportation, led the gathering of journalists to inform them how the Perseverance rover had collected a rock sample that contains proof of microbial life on the Red Planet billions of years ago. Duffy ensured to claim that the rover was launched during Trump's first tenure as president. Notably, the rover took off for space on July 30, 2020, the last year of Trump's presidency. This reference was not only made to make sure that Trump was credited with the discovery, but also aimed to dismiss claims that the Trump administration is not interested in pursuing space exploration. The president has been slammed for reducing NASA's budget, a move that caused an uproar among the scientific community. NASA budget cuts by Trump administration Donald Trump has substantially cut down on NASA's budget for the year 2026. On May 2, the Trump administration proposed cutting NASA funding by nearly 25 per cent, bringing it down from $24.8 billion to $18.8 billion. Most of this reduction will happen in the agency's science programs. According to The Planetary Society, a nonprofit exploration advocacy organisation, the 2026 budget would be the agency's lowest since 1961 when adjusted for inflation. Scientists have argued that this will affect the Artemis moon missions and the agency's next steps towards space exploration, including putting a man on Mars. However, Duffy used the occasion of the Mars announcement to assert that Trump is not against science and space. Also Read: 'No way, not going to happen': Acting NASA chief Duffy says China will not beat US to the Moon How will NASA bring samples from Mars with budget cuts? Responding to a question about the mission to bring back Martian samples and how NASA plans on doing it with the allotted budget, Duffy stressed, "We need science for Moon and Mars. We can accomplish our mission with the given budget." While the reporter did not mention Trump, Duffy brought him up and stated, "The president loves space. He asked me about it." Duffy and the scientists on stage were repeatedly bombarded with questions about the Mars Sample Return (MSR) mission, a program that has taken a hit due to spiralling costs. An independent review of the mission found that it could cost anywhere between $10 billion and $11 billion. "I have to look at dollars, time, and return. We need to get these samples back in a better way. Resources are precious. We need to work to our best possible abilities," Duffy said. He also added that even though the budget cuts were a concern for the rest of the country, he was confident that the given money was enough to move ahead, and if it wasn't, he wouldn't hesitate to ask Trump for more. China is not getting to the Moon before us, Duffy says A reporter pointed out that China was supposedly ahead of the United States in its mission to land a man on the Moon and also bring back samples from Mars. Duffy fiercely claimed that NASA would win the space race, and there was "no way" that Beijing would get to the Moon first. "We need to keep pushing and win this space race," he said. In another video posted on NASA's web page, Duffy says, "China wants to get to the Moon, but we are getting there first. I am committed to getting us to the Moon and winning the second space race before President Trump leaves office."

<p>President Donald Trump is all for science, and “he loves space”, NASA acting chief Sean Duffy has said. He made this statement as the Trump administration announced budget cuts for the space agency earlier this year. Duffy said, We will reach the Moon under President Trump.</p>

'President loves space. He asked me...' — NASA has enough budget to reach the Moon, asserts acting chief

<p>It's been 24 years since 9/11, and stories of bravery and human resilience from the fateful day continue to fascinate the world even today. One such tale is of the blind man Michael Hingson, his guide dog Roselle and how she saved not only him, but also 30 other people. She guided Hingson down from the 78th floor of the North Tower of the World Trade Towers, after the first plane struck. Moments later, the building collapsed. Roselle remained calm amid all the hullabaloo and the flying debris, helped Hingson reach a subway station. They then helped a woman here who had lost her sight because of the falling debris. Roselle even appeared on TV shows and was awarded for her bravery. Her resilience led Hingson to become a motivational speaker and to write a book about her.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Guide dog Roselle, who saved a blind man and 30 others after the 9/11 attacks</strong></h2><p>Hingson was on the 78th floor of Tower 1 of the World Trade Center working a job on September 11, 2001. Since he was blind, he had a guide dog with him. Roselle had been with him since 1999. A loud noise and shaking jolted them both. She was sleeping under his desk when the American Airlines Flight 11 struck 15 floors above them. Moments later, chaos ensued as smoke started to fill the building. As everyone ran helter-skelter to understand what was going on, Roselle calmly did what she knew she had to do. She guided Hingson to stairwell B to help him get out of the building. However, they were on the 78th floor, and had to descend 1,463 steps to exit the tower. Amid everything that was going on, Roselle ensured Hingon climbed down the stairs safely. Thirty others also joined them to save themselves from the tragic attack.<br>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Michael Hingson, visually challenged, with his guide dog &#39;Roselle&#39;, who led him and 30 others down 78 stories out of the World Trade Center on 9/11. 🐶🐕 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/dogsarelove?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#dogsarelove</a><a href="https://t.co/rgHVw3c1up">https://t.co/rgHVw3c1up</a> <a href="https://t.co/A8hc6rHxBi">pic.twitter.com/A8hc6rHxBi</a></p>&mdash; Abhishek Joshi 👨‍💻🐶 (@kaalicharan) <a href="https://twitter.com/kaalicharan/status/1254844140791066624?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 27, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Roselle led all of them out of the building in over an hour. Soon after they were out, Tower 2 came crashing down like a pack of cards. Debris flung everywhere, and even hit them, yet Roselle did not give in. She led Hingson to the safety of a subway station and also saved another woman. Roselle's story of bravery made headlines everywhere. She became famous for saving her owner and 30 others on 9/11. Hingson switched careers, quitting as a computer salesman to become a Public Affairs Director for the Guide Dogs for the Blind. They appeared on several TV shows, as people applauded Roselle.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Book on Roselle, the guide dog</strong></h2><p>She retired as a guide dog in March 200,7 as medications for immune-mediated thrombocytopenia had started damaging her kidneys. Hingson was assigned a new guide dog, but Roselle continued to live with him. In 2011, she died two days after the doctor found she had stomach ulcers. Hingson got together with author Susy Flory to write a book talking about Roselle's bravery. Thunder Dog: The True Story of a Blind Man, His Guide Dog, and the Triumph of Trust at Ground Zero went on to become a New York Times Bestseller. He and his wife, Karen, set up the Roselle's Dream Foundation, a charitable foundation to help visually-impaired people live a normal life.</p>

24 years since the September 11 attacks on the New York Twin Towers: A blind man survived the terrorist attack because of his guide dog, who helped him descend 1,463 to reach the ground from the 78th floor.

It's been 24 years since 9/11, and stories of bravery and human resilience from the fateful day continue to fascinate the world even today. One such tale is of the blind man Michael Hingson, his guide dog Roselle and how she saved not only him, but also 30 other people. She guided Hingson down from the 78th floor of the North Tower of the World Trade Towers, after the first plane struck. Moments later, the building collapsed. Roselle remained calm amid all the hullabaloo and the flying debris, helped Hingson reach a subway station. They then helped a woman here who had lost her sight because of the falling debris. Roselle even appeared on TV shows and was awarded for her bravery. Her resilience led Hingson to become a motivational speaker and to write a book about her. Guide dog Roselle, who saved a blind man and 30 others after the 9/11 attacks Hingson was on the 78th floor of Tower 1 of the World Trade Center working a job on September 11, 2001. Since he was blind, he had a guide dog with him. Roselle had been with him since 1999. A loud noise and shaking jolted them both. She was sleeping under his desk when the American Airlines Flight 11 struck 15 floors above them. Moments later, chaos ensued as smoke started to fill the building. As everyone ran helter-skelter to understand what was going on, Roselle calmly did what she knew she had to do. She guided Hingson to stairwell B to help him get out of the building. However, they were on the 78th floor, and had to descend 1,463 steps to exit the tower. Amid everything that was going on, Roselle ensured Hingon climbed down the stairs safely. Thirty others also joined them to save themselves from the tragic attack.

<p>24 years since the September 11 attacks on the New York Twin Towers: A blind man survived the terrorist attack because of his guide dog, who helped him descend 1,463 to reach the ground from the 78th floor.</p>

Remembering 9/11 heroes: Roselle, the guide dog who led a blind man down 78 floors

<p>Larry Ellison has overtaken Elon Musk to become the wealthiest individual on the planet, according to Bloomberg’s Billionaires Index. The 81-year-old Oracle co-founder now holds an estimated net worth of $393 billion, up by a record-breaking $101 billion in a single day following Oracle Corp.’s impressive quarterly report. This dramatic increase in Ellison’s fortune stems from Oracle’s booming stock, which surged by 40% to $338 per share after the company shared an optimistic outlook for its cloud computing services. At around 10:10am in New York, Ellison’s holdings — around 1.16 billion Oracle shares — boosted him past Musk, whose wealth stood at $385 billion at the time.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Ellison’s rapid ascent follows a string of strong performances by Oracle, especially in the AI and cloud computing space. The company’s shares have more than tripled since ChatGPT went public in late 2022, fueled by surging demand for computing infrastructure from AI-focused firms. A significant boost came when Oracle struck a massive 4.5-gigawatt data center deal with OpenAI in July. Major clients like Nvidia and TikTok (owned by ByteDance) have further positioned Oracle as a serious contender against long-time cloud heavyweights like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/who-is-larry-ellison-business-magnate-who-threatens-musk-s-world-richest-crown-1757509331796">Who is Larry Ellison, business magnate who threatens Musk's 'world-richest' crown?</a></p><h3>Who Is Larry Ellison?</h3><p>Larry Ellison is the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Oracle, a major software company best known for its database products. The firm is now gaining major ground in cloud services, a market largely dominated by Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Raised in Chicago after being adopted as an infant, Ellison dropped out of both the University of Illinois and the University of Chicago. He later moved to California and worked as a programmer at Ampex, where he helped develop a database project for the CIA — a prototype for what would become Oracle. In 1977, Ellison and two colleagues launched the company that would evolve into Oracle Corp. It went public in 1986, just one day before Microsoft’s IPO. Ellison stepped down as CEO in 2014, taking on the roles of chairman and CTO.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Today, Ellison owns more than 40% of Oracle. His personal investment portfolio includes stakes in Tesla, a sailing team, luxury properties across the U.S., the Indian Wells tennis tournament, and even the Hawaiian island of Lanai.</p><h3>Oracle’s Cloud Surge</h3><p>Oracle’s recent success is closely tied to the AI boom and increasing enterprise demand for cloud infrastructure. Aiding its momentum are political connections — particularly Ellison’s strong support for Donald Trump. Since Trump’s return to office in January, Oracle has seen an uptick in visibility and potential government-backed opportunities.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The company is a key player in the $500 billion Stargate AI infrastructure program introduced by the current administration and is also a top contender to acquire the U.S. arm of TikTok, a move supported by Trump but still awaiting Chinese regulatory approval.</p>

From college dropout to no.1: Larry Ellison overtakes Elon Musk to become world’s richest man

Larry Ellison has overtaken Elon Musk to become the wealthiest individual on the planet, according to Bloomberg’s Billionaires Index. The 81-year-old Oracle co-founder now holds an estimated net worth of $393 billion, up by a record-breaking $101 billion in a single day following Oracle Corp.’s impressive quarterly report. This dramatic increase in Ellison’s fortune stems from Oracle’s booming stock, which surged by 40% to $338 per share after the company shared an optimistic outlook for its cloud computing services. At around 10:10am in New York, Ellison’s holdings — around 1.16 billion Oracle shares — boosted him past Musk, whose wealth stood at $385 billion at the time. Ellison’s rapid ascent follows a string of strong performances by Oracle, especially in the AI and cloud computing space. The company’s shares have more than tripled since ChatGPT went public in late 2022, fueled by surging demand for computing infrastructure from AI-focused firms. A significant boost came when Oracle struck a massive 4.5-gigawatt data center deal with OpenAI in July. Major clients like Nvidia and TikTok (owned by ByteDance) have further positioned Oracle as a serious contender against long-time cloud heavyweights like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. Also Read: Who is Larry Ellison, business magnate who threatens Musk's 'world-richest' crown? Who Is Larry Ellison? Larry Ellison is the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Oracle, a major software company best known for its database products. The firm is now gaining major ground in cloud services, a market largely dominated by Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure. Raised in Chicago after being adopted as an infant, Ellison dropped out of both the University of Illinois and the University of Chicago. He later moved to California and worked as a programmer at Ampex, where he helped develop a database project for the CIA — a prototype for what would become Oracle. In 1977, Ellison and two colleagues launched the company that would evolve into Oracle Corp. It went public in 1986, just one day before Microsoft’s IPO. Ellison stepped down as CEO in 2014, taking on the roles of chairman and CTO. Today, Ellison owns more than 40% of Oracle. His personal investment portfolio includes stakes in Tesla, a sailing team, luxury properties across the U.S., the Indian Wells tennis tournament, and even the Hawaiian island of Lanai. Oracle’s Cloud Surge Oracle’s recent success is closely tied to the AI boom and increasing enterprise demand for cloud infrastructure. Aiding its momentum are political connections — particularly Ellison’s strong support for Donald Trump. Since Trump’s return to office in January, Oracle has seen an uptick in visibility and potential government-backed opportunities. The company is a key player in the $500 billion Stargate AI infrastructure program introduced by the current administration and is also a top contender to acquire the U.S. arm of TikTok, a move supported by Trump but still awaiting Chinese regulatory approval.

<p>Oracle's Chief Technology Officer Larry Ellison becomes the world's richest person with $393B after a record $101B daily gain, driven by Oracle's booming cloud business and AI demand, surpassing Elon Musk</p>

<p>NASA’s Perseverance rover may have uncovered the strongest clue yet that microbial life once existed on Mars. A rock sample named “Sapphire Canyon,” collected from a dried riverbed in Jezero Crater, contains chemical signatures that scientists say could be of biological origin, according to new research published in Nature. The sample was extracted from a rock called “Cheyava Falls” in 2024, located in a geological area known as the Bright Angel formation — a site believed to have been shaped by flowing water long ago. The presence of certain minerals and organic molecules in this sample raises the possibility that it holds a “potential biosignature” — a feature or substance that may indicate past life, although further analysis is required to be certain.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-no-way-not-going-to-happen-acting-nasa-chief-duffy-says-china-will-not-beat-us-to-the-moon-1757520784597"><strong>'No way, not going to happen': Acting NASA chief Duffy says China will not beat US to the Moon</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“This is the most compelling evidence to date for potential ancient life on Mars,” said NASA’s acting administrator Sean Duffy. “It’s a major step forward in our search for life beyond Earth.” Perseverance began studying the Bright Angel formation — a group of rock layers lining the edges of the ancient Neretva Vallis river channel — in July 2024. The terrain’s clay- and silt-rich sedimentary rocks are ideal for preserving ancient life, much like similar deposits on Earth.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The rover’s scientific instruments, particularly PIXL and SHERLOC, detected a combination of organic carbon, sulfur, iron oxides, and phosphorus in the Cheyava Falls rock. These elements could have served as energy sources for microbial life — if it ever existed there. A particularly intriguing feature was the discovery of tiny “leopard spot” mineral patterns — zones rich in vivianite (an iron phosphate often found near decaying matter on Earth) and greigite (an iron sulfide linked to certain microbes). These minerals could have formed through reactions between organic matter and minerals in the rock, a process microbes are known to use for energy. However, scientists also note that these minerals <i>can</i> be produced without life, under certain geological conditions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Importantly, the Bright Angel rocks don’t appear to have undergone extreme heat or acidity — two non-biological conditions that could create these minerals — which makes the biological explanation more plausible, though not yet proven. “This find caught us off guard,” said Joel Hurowitz, lead author of the paper and a planetary scientist at Stony Brook University. “We assumed we’d find signs of life in older rocks. These are relatively young, which may mean Mars was habitable longer than we thought.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>NASA stresses that although the results are exciting, they don’t confirm past life on Mars. Scientists must still rule out all non-biological explanations. “Extraordinary claims demand extraordinary evidence,” said Katie Stack Morgan, deputy project scientist. “This peer-reviewed publication is a major step, but more work lies ahead.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sapphire Canyon is one of 27 core samples Perseverance has collected since landing in Jezero Crater in 2021. These samples may eventually be returned to Earth for detailed study in a future mission. In addition to rock sampling, the rover also monitors weather and tests materials for future human exploration of Mars. NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), managed by Caltech, oversees the Perseverance mission as part of the broader Mars Exploration Program.</p>

'Most compelling evidence to date...': NASA's Perseverance may have found traces of life on the red planet

NASA’s Perseverance rover may have uncovered the strongest clue yet that microbial life once existed on Mars. A rock sample named “Sapphire Canyon,” collected from a dried riverbed in Jezero Crater, contains chemical signatures that scientists say could be of biological origin, according to new research published in Nature. The sample was extracted from a rock called “Cheyava Falls” in 2024, located in a geological area known as the Bright Angel formation — a site believed to have been shaped by flowing water long ago. The presence of certain minerals and organic molecules in this sample raises the possibility that it holds a “potential biosignature” — a feature or substance that may indicate past life, although further analysis is required to be certain. Also Read: 'No way, not going to happen': Acting NASA chief Duffy says China will not beat US to the Moon “This is the most compelling evidence to date for potential ancient life on Mars,” said NASA’s acting administrator Sean Duffy. “It’s a major step forward in our search for life beyond Earth.” Perseverance began studying the Bright Angel formation — a group of rock layers lining the edges of the ancient Neretva Vallis river channel — in July 2024. The terrain’s clay- and silt-rich sedimentary rocks are ideal for preserving ancient life, much like similar deposits on Earth. The rover’s scientific instruments, particularly PIXL and SHERLOC, detected a combination of organic carbon, sulfur, iron oxides, and phosphorus in the Cheyava Falls rock. These elements could have served as energy sources for microbial life — if it ever existed there. A particularly intriguing feature was the discovery of tiny “leopard spot” mineral patterns — zones rich in vivianite (an iron phosphate often found near decaying matter on Earth) and greigite (an iron sulfide linked to certain microbes). These minerals could have formed through reactions between organic matter and minerals in the rock, a process microbes are known to use for energy. However, scientists also note that these minerals can be produced without life, under certain geological conditions. Importantly, the Bright Angel rocks don’t appear to have undergone extreme heat or acidity — two non-biological conditions that could create these minerals — which makes the biological explanation more plausible, though not yet proven. “This find caught us off guard,” said Joel Hurowitz, lead author of the paper and a planetary scientist at Stony Brook University. “We assumed we’d find signs of life in older rocks. These are relatively young, which may mean Mars was habitable longer than we thought.” NASA stresses that although the results are exciting, they don’t confirm past life on Mars. Scientists must still rule out all non-biological explanations. “Extraordinary claims demand extraordinary evidence,” said Katie Stack Morgan, deputy project scientist. “This peer-reviewed publication is a major step, but more work lies ahead.” Sapphire Canyon is one of 27 core samples Perseverance has collected since landing in Jezero Crater in 2021. These samples may eventually be returned to Earth for detailed study in a future mission. In addition to rock sampling, the rover also monitors weather and tests materials for future human exploration of Mars. NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), managed by Caltech, oversees the Perseverance mission as part of the broader Mars Exploration Program.

<p>NASA’s Perseverance rover found a Mars rock with chemical signs that may hint at past microbial life — the strongest clue yet from the Red Planet</p>

<p>Scientists discovered huge tunnels in Brazil and Argentina decades ago and were surprised to see such complex creations made when ancient humans walked the planet. To create such vast tunnels would not have been easy in the absence of complex equipment. Experts think that it is also almost impossible that geological processes shaped these tunnels. The mystery of who built these tunnels was solved in 2018 when a study published in Science Advances revealed that these tunnels were actually made by a creature that has now gone extinct. According to researchers, giant ground sloths burrowed through the ground to make the tunnels. Geology professor Heinrich Frank first discovered these tunnels. These structures are over 1,968 feet long and nearly six feet high. What's more, over 1,500 such tunnels were found in the Rio Grande do Sul region in southern Brazil alone. Humans didn't possess the tools and craft to make them, nor could they have been the work of nature.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/biblical-killer-cain-lives-mormon-folklore-says-adam-and-eve-s-outcast-son-may-be-bigfoot-1756716087132"><strong>Biblical killer Cain lives? Mormon folklore says Adam and Eve's outcast son may be Bigfoot</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Frank noted that these “paleoburrows” had big claw scratches, set up in a parallel layout. This was a clue that these tunnels were the handiwork of giant creatures. “There’s no geological process in the world that produces long tunnels with a circular or elliptical cross-section, which branch and rise and fall, with claw marks on the walls,” Frank told Discover. He noted that he had come across "dozens of caves that have inorganic origins," and he is sure that &nbsp;"digging animals had no role in their creation."</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-stumble-upon-a-20-7-feet-long-anaconda-on-tv-show-could-24-foot-creatures-be-next-1755517634345"><strong>Scientists stumble upon a 20.7 feet green anaconda on TV show. Could 24 foot creatures be next?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>To prove that the tunnels weren't made by natural processes, scientists point to the fact that the sheer scale, geometry, and features show that they did not originate from geological processes like erosion or lava tubes. They also do not resemble any known anthropogenic structures. They point to the giant claw marks to state that a prehistoric animal made these tunnels, more specifically giant ground sloth (Megatherium or related genera), This sloth scuttled through the grounds of South America during the Pleistocene epoch, some 8,000–10,000 years ago. They weren't ordinary sloths, but resembled elephants. Their limbs were strong, and their claws were huge, which allowed them to excavate the ground to build the tunnels.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-stumbled-upon-four-jet-black-eggs-20-000-feet-below-ocean-they-turned-out-to-be-1752050826299"><strong>Scientists stumbled upon four pitch-black eggs 20,000 feet below ocean. They turned out to be...</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>They were built over several generations, as proven by their length and the area they were spread across. They most likely served as shelters for the sloths, who were herbivores. Human footprints, seemingly showing that they followed the sloths, have also been found in the tunnels. “It is possible that the behaviour was playful, but human interactions with sloths are probably better interpreted in the context of stalking and/or hunting,” according to researchers.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Giant tunnels discovered in Brazil and Argentina were not made by humans. They also did not come into existence because of nature. So who built them? Scientists say a creature that looked like an elephant, but was actually a sloth, burrowed through Earth.

Scientists discovered huge tunnels in Brazil and Argentina decades ago and were surprised to see such complex creations made when ancient humans walked the planet. To create such vast tunnels would not have been easy in the absence of complex equipment. Experts think that it is also almost impossible that geological processes shaped these tunnels. The mystery of who built these tunnels was solved in 2018 when a study published in Science Advances revealed that these tunnels were actually made by a creature that has now gone extinct. According to researchers, giant ground sloths burrowed through the ground to make the tunnels. Geology professor Heinrich Frank first discovered these tunnels. These structures are over 1,968 feet long and nearly six feet high. What's more, over 1,500 such tunnels were found in the Rio Grande do Sul region in southern Brazil alone. Humans didn't possess the tools and craft to make them, nor could they have been the work of nature. Also Read: Biblical killer Cain lives? Mormon folklore says Adam and Eve's outcast son may be Bigfoot Frank noted that these “paleoburrows” had big claw scratches, set up in a parallel layout. This was a clue that these tunnels were the handiwork of giant creatures. “There’s no geological process in the world that produces long tunnels with a circular or elliptical cross-section, which branch and rise and fall, with claw marks on the walls,” Frank told Discover. He noted that he had come across "dozens of caves that have inorganic origins," and he is sure that "digging animals had no role in their creation." Also Read: Scientists stumble upon a 20.7 feet green anaconda on TV show. Could 24 foot creatures be next? To prove that the tunnels weren't made by natural processes, scientists point to the fact that the sheer scale, geometry, and features show that they did not originate from geological processes like erosion or lava tubes. They also do not resemble any known anthropogenic structures. They point to the giant claw marks to state that a prehistoric animal made these tunnels, more specifically giant ground sloth (Megatherium or related genera), This sloth scuttled through the grounds of South America during the Pleistocene epoch, some 8,000–10,000 years ago. They weren't ordinary sloths, but resembled elephants. Their limbs were strong, and their claws were huge, which allowed them to excavate the ground to build the tunnels. Also Read: Scientists stumbled upon four pitch-black eggs 20,000 feet below ocean. They turned out to be... They were built over several generations, as proven by their length and the area they were spread across. They most likely served as shelters for the sloths, who were herbivores. Human footprints, seemingly showing that they followed the sloths, have also been found in the tunnels. “It is possible that the behaviour was playful, but human interactions with sloths are probably better interpreted in the context of stalking and/or hunting,” according to researchers.

<p>Giant tunnels discovered in Brazil and Argentina were not made by humans. They also did not come into existence because of nature. So who built them? Scientists say a creature that looked like an elephant, but was actually a sloth, burrowed through Earth.</p>

Who built 2,000-foot ancient tunnels in Brazil and Argentina? Not humans, not nature, but...

<p>Earth has a new quasi-moon that has been right there all along, but somehow scientists failed to see it earlier. Named 2025 PN7, it has been near our planet for decades, moving in a stable orbit. It will remain there for several more to come. The finding was published in Research Notes of the American Astronomical Society. The quasi-moon was discovered on August 2 by the Pan-STARRS observatory in Hawaii. After astronomers spotted 2025 PN7, they scanned through past data from the telescope to see whether it had been observed earlier. To their surprise, they found images of the quasi-moon dating back to 2014. They noted that it has been moving alongside Earth in a stable orbit for over 60 years. It is not going anywhere for 60 more years, when it will ultimately escape and drift away. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/was-mini-moon-asteroid-once-part-of-our-moon-nasa-will-try-to-find-out-when-it-returns-779866"><strong>Was 'mini-moon' asteroid once part of our Moon? NASA will try to find out when it returns</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Notably, Earth has around seven such quasi-moons. Quasi-moons are nothing but asteroids that are on similar orbits to our planet. However, they aren't caught by Earth's gravitational force and are only influenced by it. This is why they do not fully qualify to be called a moon. They share Earth's orbit around the Sun and do not actually orbit the planet. Scientists have stated that 2025-PN7 is around 62 feet wide, and between 4.5 million kilometres and 59.8 million kilometres away from Earth. It belongs to an elite group of near-Earth asteroids. The Pan-STARRS observatory located the quasi-moon in the constellation Piscis Austrinus. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/when-will-earth-get-its-next-mini-moon-a-1981-and-2022-visitor-returns-in-778199"><strong>When will Earth get its next mini-moon? A 1981 and 2022 visitor returns in...</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>What is a quasi-moon of Earth?</strong></h2><p><br>One of the most famous quasi-moons is Kamoʻoalewa, officially known as 2016 HO3. It was detected on April 27, 2016, and has an elongated shape instead of a sphere. It measures between 131 and 328 feet across, and a Chinese mission will soon study the quasi-moon. The Tianwen-2 mission was launched in May this year and has been designed to collect samples from Kamoʻoalewa. It will bring them back to Earth in 2027. The aim of the mission is to find clues that could offer more insights into the origin of the solar system.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Are quasi-moons and mini-moons the same?</strong></h2><p><br>No, quasi-moons and mini-moons are not the same. As mentioned above, quasi-moons orbit in the same path as Earth, sharing its space and keeping pace with it. They are asteroids influenced by Earth's gravity but not caught by it. Meanwhile, mini-moons are asteroids that get caught in Earth's gravitational force. They are also temporary and drift away within weeks to a few years. Quasi-moons, on the other hand, accompany the planet for a longer time. We had a mini-moon last year when asteroid 2024 PT5 &nbsp;visited and stayed from Sep 29 to Nov 25.</p>

Earth has seven quasi-moons, and one of them has been with us for over 60 years, yet scientists have only now found it. Quasi-moon is an asteroid that moves in the same orbit as Earth and is influenced by our planet's gravity. Yet, it is not a mini-moon.

Earth has a new quasi-moon that has been right there all along, but somehow scientists failed to see it earlier. Named 2025 PN7, it has been near our planet for decades, moving in a stable orbit. It will remain there for several more to come. The finding was published in Research Notes of the American Astronomical Society. The quasi-moon was discovered on August 2 by the Pan-STARRS observatory in Hawaii. After astronomers spotted 2025 PN7, they scanned through past data from the telescope to see whether it had been observed earlier. To their surprise, they found images of the quasi-moon dating back to 2014. They noted that it has been moving alongside Earth in a stable orbit for over 60 years. It is not going anywhere for 60 more years, when it will ultimately escape and drift away. Also Read: Was 'mini-moon' asteroid once part of our Moon? NASA will try to find out when it returns Notably, Earth has around seven such quasi-moons. Quasi-moons are nothing but asteroids that are on similar orbits to our planet. However, they aren't caught by Earth's gravitational force and are only influenced by it. This is why they do not fully qualify to be called a moon. They share Earth's orbit around the Sun and do not actually orbit the planet. Scientists have stated that 2025-PN7 is around 62 feet wide, and between 4.5 million kilometres and 59.8 million kilometres away from Earth. It belongs to an elite group of near-Earth asteroids. The Pan-STARRS observatory located the quasi-moon in the constellation Piscis Austrinus. Also Read: When will Earth get its next mini-moon? A 1981 and 2022 visitor returns in... What is a quasi-moon of Earth? One of the most famous quasi-moons is Kamoʻoalewa, officially known as 2016 HO3. It was detected on April 27, 2016, and has an elongated shape instead of a sphere. It measures between 131 and 328 feet across, and a Chinese mission will soon study the quasi-moon. The Tianwen-2 mission was launched in May this year and has been designed to collect samples from Kamoʻoalewa. It will bring them back to Earth in 2027. The aim of the mission is to find clues that could offer more insights into the origin of the solar system. Are quasi-moons and mini-moons the same? No, quasi-moons and mini-moons are not the same. As mentioned above, quasi-moons orbit in the same path as Earth, sharing its space and keeping pace with it. They are asteroids influenced by Earth's gravity but not caught by it. Meanwhile, mini-moons are asteroids that get caught in Earth's gravitational force. They are also temporary and drift away within weeks to a few years. Quasi-moons, on the other hand, accompany the planet for a longer time. We had a mini-moon last year when asteroid 2024 PT5 visited and stayed from Sep 29 to Nov 25.

<p>Earth has seven quasi-moons, and one of them has been with us for over 60 years, yet scientists have only now found it. Quasi-moon is an asteroid that moves in the same orbit as Earth and is influenced by our planet's gravity. Yet, it is not a mini-moon.</p>

WHAT! Earth has been sharing its orbit with a cosmic body for 60 years. We have only now seen it

<p>Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Nepal will resume operations from Wednesday (September 10) evening, nearly 24 hours after it was shut down due to widespread violent anti-government protests. The closure had left hundreds of foreign travelers stranded. Initially, airport authorities had said that the suspension would last indefinitely. TIA officials have now advised passengers to check with their respective airlines for updated flight schedules and confirmations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/-parliament-burned-oli-out-what-s-next-for-nepal-after-deadly-protests-force-pm-to-resign-who-s-calling-the-shots-now-1757484010229"><strong>'Parliament burned, Oli out': What’s next for Nepal after deadly protests force PM to resign? Who’s calling&nbsp;the&nbsp;shots&nbsp;now?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The unrest, which erupted across the country, resulted in Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s resignation on Tuesday (September 9). In response to the escalating violence, the Nepal Army has imposed nationwide restrictions and a curfew as of Wednesday. In the chaos, inmates in multiple jails attempted mass escapes. According to Nepal Police DIG Binod Ghimire, more than 13,000 prisoners fled from various jails, and at least five juvenile detainees died during confrontations with security forces.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>WION's Saloni Murarka confirmed that criminals have escaped from at least seven jails, namely, Rautahat Jail aka Gaur Jail; Bajhang jail; Jaleswar Jail; Jumla Jail; Tulsipur Jail; Kailali Prison; and Central Jail, Kathmandu.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-hindi-movie-ban-to-greater-nepal-map-is-kathmandu-mayor-balendra-shah-s-stance-anti-india-1757508953935"><strong>From Hindi movie ban to Greater Nepal map: Is Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah's stance anti-India?</strong></a></p><h2>Nepal army chief meets representatives of protesters: Army spokesman</h2><p>Nepal's Army chief held talks on Wednesday (September 10) with youth protest leaders and other major stakeholders following mass demonstrations that led to the prime minister’s ouster and the burning of parliament, a military spokesperson was quoted as saying to news agency AFP. General Ashok Raj Sigdel "is engaging in consultations with relevant parties and has met with representatives of Gen Z," said military spokesman Rajaram Basnet, referring to the loosely organised group of young demonstrators. He did not provide additional information about the discussions.</p>

Nepal protests: Flight operations gradually resuming; more than 13,000 prisoners escape in jailbreak

Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Nepal will resume operations from Wednesday (September 10) evening, nearly 24 hours after it was shut down due to widespread violent anti-government protests. The closure had left hundreds of foreign travelers stranded. Initially, airport authorities had said that the suspension would last indefinitely. TIA officials have now advised passengers to check with their respective airlines for updated flight schedules and confirmations. Also Read: 'Parliament burned, Oli out': What’s next for Nepal after deadly protests force PM to resign? Who’s calling the shots now? The unrest, which erupted across the country, resulted in Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s resignation on Tuesday (September 9). In response to the escalating violence, the Nepal Army has imposed nationwide restrictions and a curfew as of Wednesday. In the chaos, inmates in multiple jails attempted mass escapes. According to Nepal Police DIG Binod Ghimire, more than 13,000 prisoners fled from various jails, and at least five juvenile detainees died during confrontations with security forces. WION's Saloni Murarka confirmed that criminals have escaped from at least seven jails, namely, Rautahat Jail aka Gaur Jail; Bajhang jail; Jaleswar Jail; Jumla Jail; Tulsipur Jail; Kailali Prison; and Central Jail, Kathmandu. Also Read: From Hindi movie ban to Greater Nepal map: Is Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah's stance anti-India? Nepal army chief meets representatives of protesters: Army spokesman Nepal's Army chief held talks on Wednesday (September 10) with youth protest leaders and other major stakeholders following mass demonstrations that led to the prime minister’s ouster and the burning of parliament, a military spokesperson was quoted as saying to news agency AFP. General Ashok Raj Sigdel "is engaging in consultations with relevant parties and has met with representatives of Gen Z," said military spokesman Rajaram Basnet, referring to the loosely organised group of young demonstrators. He did not provide additional information about the discussions.

<p>Nepal’s main airport reopens after protests caused closure; over 13,000 inmates escaped during unrest that led to the PM’s resignation and a nationwide curfew</p>

Nepal protests: Flight operations gradually resumes; more than 13,000 prisoners escape in jailbreak

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Several commuters travelling on the Samruddhi Expressway in Maharashtra were compelled to stop after their vehicle tyres were punctured by sharp nails fitted into the road in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district. Following the incident, a safety concern was raised as the tyres of at least three cars were punctured in the early hours of Wednesday.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A visual shared by the Indian news agency IANS shows the nails neatly embedded in the Mumbai-bound arm of the high-speed carriageway. As per News 18, it is speculated that the nails were fitted into the road surface of the highway by an unscrupulous tyre repair gang.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Nagpur, Maharashtra: DCP Prashant Swami says, &quot;Last night, a video went viral claiming that nails had been placed on the Samruddhi Highway. However, the truth is that maintenance work has been ongoing on this highway... Strengthening work was carried out yesterday using… <a href="https://t.co/zWdIRae1vY">pic.twitter.com/zWdIRae1vY</a></p>&mdash; IANS (@ians_india) <a href="https://twitter.com/ians_india/status/1965720086234222708?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>DCP Prashant Swami told IANS, "Last night, a video went viral claiming that nails had been placed on the Samruddhi Highway. However, the truth is that maintenance work has been ongoing on this highway... Strengthening work was carried out yesterday using injectable nodules. The work was being done on lane number one, while lanes two and three remained open. Barricades were in place, but a vehicle broke through, causing a puncture."</p><h3>What did the transporter say over the act?</h3><p>In the video, transporter Santosh Sanap recounts the ordeal, questioning the absence of safety measures. He claimed that hundreds of nails were scattered on the expressway and alleged that police failed to act promptly despite being alerted. A crowd of stranded commuters is also visible in the footage.</p>

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<p>Quoting a Daulatabad police station official, Indian news agency PTI reported that motorists raised the alarm around 1 a.m. “Our teams rushed to the spot. We are still determining how many nails were placed, but tyres of three cars were definitely damaged," the official said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Police have also called in the road maintenance contractor and some individuals who had stopped motorists at the scene to assist with the investigation.</p>

Over the act, it is believed that the nails were fitted into the road surface of the highway by an unscrupulous tyre repair gang. Police have also called in the road maintenance contractor and some individuals who had stopped motorists at the scene to assist with the investigation.

Several commuters travelling on the Samruddhi Expressway in Maharashtra were compelled to stop after their vehicle tyres were punctured by sharp nails fitted into the road in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district. Following the incident, a safety concern was raised as the tyres of at least three cars were punctured in the early hours of Wednesday. A visual shared by the Indian news agency IANS shows the nails neatly embedded in the Mumbai-bound arm of the high-speed carriageway. As per News 18, it is speculated that the nails were fitted into the road surface of the highway by an unscrupulous tyre repair gang.

<p>Over the act, it is believed that the nails were fitted into the road surface of the highway by an unscrupulous tyre repair gang. Police have also called in the road maintenance contractor and some individuals who had stopped motorists at the scene to assist with the investigation.</p>

Nails found hammered on Samruddhi Expressway, several cars punctured — Scary video raises safety concerns

<p>In a shocking case from Moradabad’s Kurla area in Uttar Pradesh, a 23-year-old woman suffering from postpartum psychosis placed her 15-day-old baby inside a refrigerator and went to sleep. The incident took place last Friday. The infant was saved just in time by his grandmother, who heard his cries coming from the kitchen. The baby was immediately taken to a nearby hospital and is now reported to be in stable condition, according to family members. The identity of the mother has not been disclosed for privacy reasons.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Following the birth of her son, the woman had reportedly been unwell. Initially, her family suspected ‘evil forces’ and tried traditional rituals, believing she was under the influence of dark forces. However, when her condition did not improve, they sought professional medical help. At a local psychiatric and de-addiction center, psychiatrist Dr Kartikeya Gupta diagnosed her with postpartum psychosis — a rare but severe mental health disorder that can develop after childbirth. She is currently undergoing treatment and psychological counselling, according to a report by news agency PTI.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Psychiatrist Dr Meghna Gupta, while talking to PTI, stressed that postpartum psychosis and depression can arise when new mothers lack emotional care and support during the critical postpartum phase.</p><h2><strong>What is Postpartum Psychosis?</strong></h2><p>Postpartum psychosis is a rare but severe mental health condition that can develop shortly after childbirth, as described by the UK’s National Health Service (NHS). While many new mothers experience temporary mood swings or emotional sensitivity—commonly referred to as the "baby blues"—this is considered a normal part of the postpartum adjustment and typically resolves within a few days. Postpartum psychosis, however, is a completely different and much more serious condition. Also known as puerperal or postnatal psychosis, it is a psychiatric emergency that requires immediate medical attention. The symptoms can escalate quickly and may pose a serious risk to both the mother and her baby.</p>

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In a shocking case from Moradabad’s Kurla area in Uttar Pradesh, a 23-year-old woman suffering from postpartum psychosis placed her 15-day-old baby inside a refrigerator and went to sleep. The incident took place last Friday. The infant was saved just in time by his grandmother, who heard his cries coming from the kitchen. The baby was immediately taken to a nearby hospital and is now reported to be in stable condition, according to family members. The identity of the mother has not been disclosed for privacy reasons. Following the birth of her son, the woman had reportedly been unwell. Initially, her family suspected ‘evil forces’ and tried traditional rituals, believing she was under the influence of dark forces. However, when her condition did not improve, they sought professional medical help. At a local psychiatric and de-addiction center, psychiatrist Dr Kartikeya Gupta diagnosed her with postpartum psychosis — a rare but severe mental health disorder that can develop after childbirth. She is currently undergoing treatment and psychological counselling, according to a report by news agency PTI. Psychiatrist Dr Meghna Gupta, while talking to PTI, stressed that postpartum psychosis and depression can arise when new mothers lack emotional care and support during the critical postpartum phase. What is Postpartum Psychosis? Postpartum psychosis is a rare but severe mental health condition that can develop shortly after childbirth, as described by the UK’s National Health Service (NHS). While many new mothers experience temporary mood swings or emotional sensitivity—commonly referred to as the "baby blues"—this is considered a normal part of the postpartum adjustment and typically resolves within a few days. Postpartum psychosis, however, is a completely different and much more serious condition. Also known as puerperal or postnatal psychosis, it is a psychiatric emergency that requires immediate medical attention. The symptoms can escalate quickly and may pose a serious risk to both the mother and her baby.

<p>A 23-year-old woman with postpartum psychosis put her 15-day-old baby in a fridge. The infant was saved by the grandmother and is now stable</p>

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<p>France was rocked by widespread unrest on Wednesday (September 10) as thousands took to the streets to express growing discontent with French President Emmanuel Macron’s leadership and recently proposed austerity policies. Demonstrators blocked roads, clashed with law enforcement, and set fires in Paris and other major cities, leading to over 200 arrests in the first day of what activists are calling the “Block Everything” movement.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Despite a massive deployment of 80,000 police officers nationwide, protestors managed to set up barricades, ignite trash bins, and bring transport to a near standstill in some regions. In Paris, police fired tear gas to disperse crowds as tensions escalated. In Rennes, a bus was torched, and train services in the southwest were disrupted after a power line was damaged. Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau condemned the protests, accusing participants of stoking "insurrectionary conditions."</p><h3><strong>Why is people protesting in France?</strong></h3><p>The demonstrations followed a wave of political turmoil sparked by Prime Minister François Bayrou’s resignation earlier in the week. Bayrou, who lost a confidence vote in Parliament on Monday (September 8) after unveiling a controversial cost-cutting plan, stepped down just nine months into his tenure. His proposed reforms — including pension freezes and reducing public holidays — drew immediate backlash from unions and the public alike.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>President Macron responded swiftly, appointing Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu as the new prime minister — his fourth in just 12 months — in a move widely seen as an attempt to stabilise his shaky government. However, critics argued the reshuffle failed to address the underlying issues. Opposition leaders accused Macron of being out of touch. Jean-Luc Melenchon, head of the far-left France Unbowed party, claimed only Macron’s resignation would restore public confidence, while Jordan Bardella of the far-right National Rally mocked the president’s decision to “stick with a losing team.”</p><h3><strong>What is 'Block Everything' movement as it Gains Momentum?</strong></h3><p>The protest wave is being driven by the decentralized “Bloquons Tout” (Block Everything) movement, which emerged over the summer and gained traction through social media platforms such as TikTok, X, and encrypted chat groups. With no formal leadership structure, the movement has proven difficult to predict — and even harder to contain.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Protest organisers have called for a wide array of actions: strikes, roadblocks, consumer boycotts, and coordinated withdrawals from major banks. The movement’s grassroots energy has drawn comparisons to the Yellow Vest uprising of 2018–2019, which similarly began as a reaction to fuel tax hikes before ballooning into a broader revolt against Macron’s administration. Unions say Bayrou’s departure changes nothing. “His resignation is not a victory; it’s just a step,” said a statement from the Sud-Rail union. “The austerity plan is still very much alive.”</p><h3><strong>Travel Disruptions and Growing Chaos</strong></h3><p>Travelers across France faced severe delays and service interruptions. Although national authorities insisted that most metro, tram, and TGV services were running, local disruptions were widespread. The RER B line — which connects Paris to Charles de Gaulle Airport — was temporarily down, forcing travelers to find alternative routes. Airline unions staged walkouts, and the civil aviation authority issued travel advisories for airports in Marseille, Nice, Bastia, and Ajaccio, warning of possible cancellations and delays. Though Paris’s public transit system, run by RATP, claimed “normal operations,” unexpected blockades by demonstrators caused delays in several areas. Eurostar maintained its cross-Channel services but urged passengers to plan for extra travel time.</p><h3><strong>Macron Faces Mounting Pressure Amid Fiscal Crisis</strong></h3><p>At the core of the protests is widespread anger over the government’s attempts to slash spending in order to tackle France’s €43 billion budget deficit. The measures — including pension freezes and cuts to welfare programs — have been labeled by critics as deeply unfair and regressive. Many accuse the government of shifting the burden onto working- and middle-class citizens while sparing the wealthy and major corporations. Even with Bayrou gone, protestors believe Macron intends to push forward with the same economic agenda, fueling calls for continued resistance.</p>

Demonstrators blocked roads, clashed with law enforcement, and set fires in Paris and other major cities, leading to over 200 arrests in the first day of what activists are calling the “Block Everything” movement

France was rocked by widespread unrest on Wednesday (September 10) as thousands took to the streets to express growing discontent with French President Emmanuel Macron’s leadership and recently proposed austerity policies. Demonstrators blocked roads, clashed with law enforcement, and set fires in Paris and other major cities, leading to over 200 arrests in the first day of what activists are calling the “Block Everything” movement. Despite a massive deployment of 80,000 police officers nationwide, protestors managed to set up barricades, ignite trash bins, and bring transport to a near standstill in some regions. In Paris, police fired tear gas to disperse crowds as tensions escalated. In Rennes, a bus was torched, and train services in the southwest were disrupted after a power line was damaged. Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau condemned the protests, accusing participants of stoking "insurrectionary conditions." Why is people protesting in France? The demonstrations followed a wave of political turmoil sparked by Prime Minister François Bayrou’s resignation earlier in the week. Bayrou, who lost a confidence vote in Parliament on Monday (September 8) after unveiling a controversial cost-cutting plan, stepped down just nine months into his tenure. His proposed reforms — including pension freezes and reducing public holidays — drew immediate backlash from unions and the public alike. President Macron responded swiftly, appointing Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu as the new prime minister — his fourth in just 12 months — in a move widely seen as an attempt to stabilise his shaky government. However, critics argued the reshuffle failed to address the underlying issues. Opposition leaders accused Macron of being out of touch. Jean-Luc Melenchon, head of the far-left France Unbowed party, claimed only Macron’s resignation would restore public confidence, while Jordan Bardella of the far-right National Rally mocked the president’s decision to “stick with a losing team.” What is 'Block Everything' movement as it Gains Momentum? The protest wave is being driven by the decentralized “Bloquons Tout” (Block Everything) movement, which emerged over the summer and gained traction through social media platforms such as TikTok, X, and encrypted chat groups. With no formal leadership structure, the movement has proven difficult to predict — and even harder to contain. Protest organisers have called for a wide array of actions: strikes, roadblocks, consumer boycotts, and coordinated withdrawals from major banks. The movement’s grassroots energy has drawn comparisons to the Yellow Vest uprising of 2018–2019, which similarly began as a reaction to fuel tax hikes before ballooning into a broader revolt against Macron’s administration. Unions say Bayrou’s departure changes nothing. “His resignation is not a victory; it’s just a step,” said a statement from the Sud-Rail union. “The austerity plan is still very much alive.” Travel Disruptions and Growing Chaos Travelers across France faced severe delays and service interruptions. Although national authorities insisted that most metro, tram, and TGV services were running, local disruptions were widespread. The RER B line — which connects Paris to Charles de Gaulle Airport — was temporarily down, forcing travelers to find alternative routes. Airline unions staged walkouts, and the civil aviation authority issued travel advisories for airports in Marseille, Nice, Bastia, and Ajaccio, warning of possible cancellations and delays. Though Paris’s public transit system, run by RATP, claimed “normal operations,” unexpected blockades by demonstrators caused delays in several areas. Eurostar maintained its cross-Channel services but urged passengers to plan for extra travel time. Macron Faces Mounting Pressure Amid Fiscal Crisis At the core of the protests is widespread anger over the government’s attempts to slash spending in order to tackle France’s €43 billion budget deficit. The measures — including pension freezes and cuts to welfare programs — have been labeled by critics as deeply unfair and regressive. Many accuse the government of shifting the burden onto working- and middle-class citizens while sparing the wealthy and major corporations. Even with Bayrou gone, protestors believe Macron intends to push forward with the same economic agenda, fueling calls for continued resistance.

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<p>World Suicide Prevention Day has been observed every year since 2003 on September 10 by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) in association with the World Health Organisation (WHO) as co-sponsor. The triennial theme for this day from 2024 to 2026 is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide”.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to 2021 data in PIB, this day marks significance as every year, more than 727,000 people die by suicide globally, and for every death, around 20 people die by suicide. The 2021 data also indicate that among 15–29-year-olds, suicide was the third leading cause of death globally, which shows the urgent need for comprehensive intervention strategies.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On the other hand, India secured a third spot globally for female suicides annually and nearly a fourth of male suicides. On average, over 100,000 die by suicide in India each year.</p><h3>Why India still struggles with rising mental-health concerns?</h3><p>The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) statistics highlight a consistent and concerning upsurge in suicide rates in India from 9.9 per lakh population in 2017 to 12.4 per lakh population in 2022. The suicide rate in India varies from state to state, ranging from 0.6 per 100,000 population in Bihar to 43.1 per 100,000 population in Sikkim. In the other end, the southern cities of Vijayawada account for 42.6 deaths per 100,000 population and Kollam for 42.5 suicides per 100,000 population, reported the highest rates in 2022.</p><h3>Social media</h3><p>The primary factors of the rise of mental health in India currently are social media, as it is fueling anxiety, depression and low self-worth among youth in India. Recently, Social media influencer and cosmetics brand founder Misha Agrawal died by suicide following depression just two days prior to her 25th birthday after she lost a few Instagram followers, as per the NDTV report. Similarly, a 16-year-old girl from Noida died by suicide, reportedly upset over fewer Instagram followers in July 2023.</p><h3>Structural hostages</h3><p>Structural shortages related to mental-health care remain another major reason for India's able to reduce the concerns. As per the recommendations, there are far fewer psychiatrists, clinical psychologists and psychiatric social workers per capita. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare noted that there are roughly 0.75 psychiatrists per 100,000 people in India, which is considered well below the WHO benchmark of about three per 100,000. This scarcity escalates into long waits, limited outreach in rural areas and overburdened services in cities.</p><h3>Low awareness</h3><p>Stigma and less awareness also compound to capacity problem, as a large portion of people do not seek treatment willingly and receive treatment for mental health because of a lack of information, shame, ignorance or the perception that services are inaccessible. In response, WHO has underscored its estimates of the public-health burden of mental disorders and the substantial economic cost they impose if left unaddressed.</p><h3>What is the government's stance?</h3><p>The Indian government has come up with several policies, but implementation remains uneven. In order to expand the workforce and improve care, the National Mental Health Programme and government initiatives have launched several other programs like Tele-MANAS (Tele Mental Health Assistance and Networking Across States), DMHP (District Mental Health Programme), RKSK (Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram), and Manodarpan strengthen helplines, community outreach, and school-based support.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In addition, the National Suicide Prevention Strategy (NSPS) was also released in 2022, intending to reduce suicide mortality by 10% by 2030. In 2024, 25 Centres of Excellence were also sanctioned to train more postgraduate students in mental health and provide advanced treatment.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) statistics highlight a consistent and concerning upsurge in suicide rates in India from 9.9 per lakh population in 2017 to 12.4 per lakh population in 2022.

World Suicide Prevention Day has been observed every year since 2003 on September 10 by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) in association with the World Health Organisation (WHO) as co-sponsor. The triennial theme for this day from 2024 to 2026 is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide”. According to 2021 data in PIB, this day marks significance as every year, more than 727,000 people die by suicide globally, and for every death, around 20 people die by suicide. The 2021 data also indicate that among 15–29-year-olds, suicide was the third leading cause of death globally, which shows the urgent need for comprehensive intervention strategies. On the other hand, India secured a third spot globally for female suicides annually and nearly a fourth of male suicides. On average, over 100,000 die by suicide in India each year. Why India still struggles with rising mental-health concerns? The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) statistics highlight a consistent and concerning upsurge in suicide rates in India from 9.9 per lakh population in 2017 to 12.4 per lakh population in 2022. The suicide rate in India varies from state to state, ranging from 0.6 per 100,000 population in Bihar to 43.1 per 100,000 population in Sikkim. In the other end, the southern cities of Vijayawada account for 42.6 deaths per 100,000 population and Kollam for 42.5 suicides per 100,000 population, reported the highest rates in 2022. Social media The primary factors of the rise of mental health in India currently are social media, as it is fueling anxiety, depression and low self-worth among youth in India. Recently, Social media influencer and cosmetics brand founder Misha Agrawal died by suicide following depression just two days prior to her 25th birthday after she lost a few Instagram followers, as per the NDTV report. Similarly, a 16-year-old girl from Noida died by suicide, reportedly upset over fewer Instagram followers in July 2023. Structural hostages Structural shortages related to mental-health care remain another major reason for India's able to reduce the concerns. As per the recommendations, there are far fewer psychiatrists, clinical psychologists and psychiatric social workers per capita. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare noted that there are roughly 0.75 psychiatrists per 100,000 people in India, which is considered well below the WHO benchmark of about three per 100,000. This scarcity escalates into long waits, limited outreach in rural areas and overburdened services in cities. Low awareness Stigma and less awareness also compound to capacity problem, as a large portion of people do not seek treatment willingly and receive treatment for mental health because of a lack of information, shame, ignorance or the perception that services are inaccessible. In response, WHO has underscored its estimates of the public-health burden of mental disorders and the substantial economic cost they impose if left unaddressed. What is the government's stance? The Indian government has come up with several policies, but implementation remains uneven. In order to expand the workforce and improve care, the National Mental Health Programme and government initiatives have launched several other programs like Tele-MANAS (Tele Mental Health Assistance and Networking Across States), DMHP (District Mental Health Programme), RKSK (Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram), and Manodarpan strengthen helplines, community outreach, and school-based support. In addition, the National Suicide Prevention Strategy (NSPS) was also released in 2022, intending to reduce suicide mortality by 10% by 2030. In 2024, 25 Centres of Excellence were also sanctioned to train more postgraduate students in mental health and provide advanced treatment.

<p>The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) statistics highlight a consistent and concerning upsurge in suicide rates in India from 9.9 per lakh population in 2017 to 12.4 per lakh population in 2022.</p>

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