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: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/remembering-9-11-heroes-roselle-the-guide-dog-who-led-a-blind-man-down-78-floors-1757560386032">Roselle, the guide dog who led a blind man down 78 floors on 9/11</a><h2>The episode at the centre of the theory</h2>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 But after 9/11, the episode was withdrawn from syndication because of its heavy use of the Twin Towers as a backdrop.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.<h2>Why do people think that The Simpsons predict 9/11?</h2>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.<h2>What do the creators say?</h2>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.<h2>Coincidence, not prediction</h2>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.

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.

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.

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Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old conservative commentator, was murdered in cold blood on September 10, 2025, during an engagement at Utah Valley University around 12:30 PM MST. He was shot in the neck when he was talking to the crowd.&nbsp;US President Donald Trump took to Truth Social, “The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie. He was loved and admired by ALL, especially me, and now, he is no longer with us. Melania and my Sympathies go out to his beautiful wife, Erika and family. Charlie, we love you!”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-heaven-fundraising-email-2025-1757180908672">Donald Trump appeals supporters for $15 donations to help him 'Get to Heaven'</a>However, following the shooting, the satirical animated series was at the centre of the storm on social media. The episode ‘Got a Nut’ that aired on August 5, 2025, parodied Kirk and is now facing a call for removal. In the episode, Cartman was mimicking Charlie's patter on college campuses.Cartman said, "I’m getting really good at this! I have my arguments down rock-solid; these young college girls are totally unprepared, so I can just destroy them and, also, edit out all the ones who actually argue back well.”Before the episode aired, Kirk said he was sure that they would make fun of him, which implied that they were having an impact on popular culture. He added that it reflects the success of their show, Turning Point.The death of Charlie Kirk has put South Park again under a lot of scrutiny, and the Comedy Central show once again faces calls for cancellation.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-protests-gen-z-uprising-hami-nepal-funding-1757493439277">Nepal Protests- Is Gen Z uprising backed by shady money?</a>One user wrote, "They killed the Master-Debater. We don't know who "They" are. But shame on @SouthParkfor making an entire episode about hating one group of people. Charlie's response to said criticism was filled with love and Christian ideals."Another user commented, “There is blood on Matt Stone's and Trey Parker's hands. I was one of their biggest fans, but they helped fuel this fire.”&nbsp;"One thing I believe should happen is that South Park should be cancelled. This entire season has been about dehumanising Trump and every other Conservative, including Charlie Kirk. There is nothing funny about this show anymore. The only thing the show has to offer is hateful"Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/100000-californians-risk-kissing-bugs-1757152653738">Nearly 100,000 are affected by the lethal 'Kissing Bug' disease in California</a>Users also commented on its liberal ideologies, “South Park gets a $1.5 Billion dollar deal and suddenly turns into a mouthpiece for woke globalists. They do an episode which is basically a hit piece on Charlie Kirk, and a couple of weeks later, he’s murdered. Trey Parker and Matt Stone, you are sellouts and have blood on your hands.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">South Park writers seeing Charlie Kirk give them more material <a href="https://t.co/aLJdeI4IEl">pic.twitter.com/aLJdeI4IEl</a>&mdash; 🫣 (@00Exodus) <a href="https://twitter.com/00Exodus/status/1965854279895495115?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Charlie Kirk has been a vocal supporter of conservatism, anti-abortion, and opposed to LGBTQ+ rights. He repeatedly engaged in debates around the campuses, specifically at liberal strongholds. He also made controversial remarks like Palestinians should die, people of colour were better off in slavery and subjugation before the 1940s. “It was bad &amp; it was evil, but they committed fewer crimes”Former US President Barack Obama condemned the violence in a post he wrote, “We don’t yet know what motivated the person who shot and killed Charlie Kirk, but this kind of despicable violence has no place in our democracy. Michelle and I will be praying for Charlie’s family tonight, especially his wife Erika and their two young children.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/carlo-acutis-first-millennial-saint-miracles-1757178099079">Teen set to become a millennial saint after reported miracles since his death</a> &nbsp;

The death of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk has brought attention to the South Park Season 27 episode ‘Got a Nut’, which aired in August 2025. With some people blaming its portrayal for demonising conservatives and calling for its cancellation.

Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old conservative commentator, was murdered in cold blood on September 10, 2025, during an engagement at Utah Valley University around 12:30 PM MST. He was shot in the neck when he was talking to the crowd. US President Donald Trump took to Truth Social, “The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie. He was loved and admired by ALL, especially me, and now, he is no longer with us. Melania and my Sympathies go out to his beautiful wife, Erika and family. Charlie, we love you!” Also read: Donald Trump appeals supporters for $15 donations to help him 'Get to Heaven' However, following the shooting, the satirical animated series was at the centre of the storm on social media. The episode ‘Got a Nut’ that aired on August 5, 2025, parodied Kirk and is now facing a call for removal. In the episode, Cartman was mimicking Charlie's patter on college campuses. Cartman said, "I’m getting really good at this! I have my arguments down rock-solid; these young college girls are totally unprepared, so I can just destroy them and, also, edit out all the ones who actually argue back well.” Before the episode aired, Kirk said he was sure that they would make fun of him, which implied that they were having an impact on popular culture. He added that it reflects the success of their show, Turning Point. The death of Charlie Kirk has put South Park again under a lot of scrutiny, and the Comedy Central show once again faces calls for cancellation. Also read: Nepal Protests- Is Gen Z uprising backed by shady money? One user wrote, "They killed the Master-Debater. We don't know who "They" are. But shame on @SouthPark for making an entire episode about hating one group of people. Charlie's response to said criticism was filled with love and Christian ideals." Another user commented, “There is blood on Matt Stone's and Trey Parker's hands. I was one of their biggest fans, but they helped fuel this fire.” "One thing I believe should happen is that South Park should be cancelled. This entire season has been about dehumanising Trump and every other Conservative, including Charlie Kirk. There is nothing funny about this show anymore. The only thing the show has to offer is hateful" Also read: Nearly 100,000 are affected by the lethal 'Kissing Bug' disease in California Users also commented on its liberal ideologies, “South Park gets a $1.5 Billion dollar deal and suddenly turns into a mouthpiece for woke globalists. They do an episode which is basically a hit piece on Charlie Kirk, and a couple of weeks later, he’s murdered. Trey Parker and Matt Stone, you are sellouts and have blood on your hands.”

The death of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk has brought attention to the South Park Season 27 episode ‘Got a Nut’, which aired in August 2025. With some people blaming its portrayal for demonising conservatives and calling for its cancellation.

South Park faces backlash after Charlie Kirk's death, conservatives push to cancel 'Got a Nut' episode

Nepal has continued to be on the boil even after the government, that has now been toppled, met the demand of protesters to lift the ban on social media in the country. Nepal Army has now taken charge and the former Chief Justice Sushila Karki has agreed to become interim Prime Minister amid unrest in the country.&nbsp;According to the local media, a virtual meeting of the protesters was held for nearly four hours after which it was decided that no youngster connected to political parties should assume the role and that Karki should be made the interim Prime Minister.&nbsp;“The Gen-Z group led the recent movement in Nepal and they trusted me to lead the government for a short period,” said Karki in an interview to CNN-News18, after being nominated.&nbsp;Who is Sushila Karki&nbsp;Born on June 7, 1952 in Biratnagar, Nepal, Karki pursued her bachelors degree in Political science from the Banaras Hindu University in India in 1975. She then went on to pursue Law at Tribhuvan University in 1978.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/charlie-kirk-shot-dead-as-he-spoke-of-5700-us-shootings-gun-violence-killed-299-in-2025-alone-and-this-data-will-shock-you-1757565249865">Charlie kirk shot dead as he spoke of 5700 US shootings. Gun violence killed 299 in 2025 alone and this data will shock you</a>&nbsp;Karki created history in 2016 by becoming Nepal's first female chief justice. But the following year an impeachment motion was brought against her for “delivering biased verdicts” and interfering in the executive’s jurisdiction.&nbsp;Although Karki was automatically suspended during the investigation, she survived the impeachment as it failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority. She retired in June 2017.She has also worked in the capacity of a justice of the Supreme Court, senior advocate, and law professor.&nbsp;Sushila Karki on PM Modi and India-Nepal relations&nbsp;After being chosen to lead the interim government of Nepal, Karki in her first remarks, greeted the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and spoke about the relations between both the countries.&nbsp;“Main Modi ji ko namaskar karti hoon (I greet Prime Minister Modi). I have a very good impression of Modi ji," said karki in an interview to CNN-News18&nbsp;“There is a lot of respect and love for India. India has helped Nepal a lot,” she added. &nbsp;

According to the local media, a virtual meeting of the protesters was held for nearly four hours after which it was decided that no youngster connected to political parties should assume the role.

Nepal has continued to be on the boil even after the government, that has now been toppled, met the demand of protesters to lift the ban on social media in the country. Nepal Army has now taken charge and the former Chief Justice Sushila Karki has agreed to become interim Prime Minister amid unrest in the country. According to the local media, a virtual meeting of the protesters was held for nearly four hours after which it was decided that no youngster connected to political parties should assume the role and that Karki should be made the interim Prime Minister. “The Gen-Z group led the recent movement in Nepal and they trusted me to lead the government for a short period,” said Karki in an interview to CNN-News18, after being nominated. Who is Sushila Karki Born on June 7, 1952 in Biratnagar, Nepal, Karki pursued her bachelors degree in Political science from the Banaras Hindu University in India in 1975. She then went on to pursue Law at Tribhuvan University in 1978. Also Read: Charlie kirk shot dead as he spoke of 5700 US shootings. Gun violence killed 299 in 2025 alone and this data will shock you Karki created history in 2016 by becoming Nepal's first female chief justice. But the following year an impeachment motion was brought against her for “delivering biased verdicts” and interfering in the executive’s jurisdiction. Although Karki was automatically suspended during the investigation, she survived the impeachment as it failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority. She retired in June 2017. She has also worked in the capacity of a justice of the Supreme Court, senior advocate, and law professor. Sushila Karki on PM Modi and India-Nepal relations After being chosen to lead the interim government of Nepal, Karki in her first remarks, greeted the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and spoke about the relations between both the countries. “Main Modi ji ko namaskar karti hoon (I greet Prime Minister Modi). I have a very good impression of Modi ji," said karki in an interview to CNN-News18 “There is a lot of respect and love for India. India has helped Nepal a lot,” she added.

According to the local media, a virtual meeting of the protesters was held for nearly four hours after which it was decided that no youngster connected to political parties should assume the role.

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On Wednesday (September 11), an influential Donald Trump ally&nbsp;Charlie Kirk was shot by a gunman in a campus in Utah. He was attacked while he was highlighting mass shootings in the country. Two people were arrested and later released, as authorities didn’t find any link to the shooting, confirmed officials. The incident has numbed the nation, and condolences have been pouring in ever since. The 31-year-old Conservative activist is survived by his wife and two children.&nbsp;<h2>Tributes pour in for Charlie Kirk:</h2>&nbsp;“Once again, a bullet has silenced the most eloquent truth teller of an era. My dear friend Charlie Kirk was our country's relentless and courageous crusader for free speech. We pray for Erika and the children. Charlie is already in paradise with the angels. We ask his prayers for our country,” Robert Kennedy Jr, US Secretary of Health and Human Services tweeted.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/charlie-kirk-shot-dead-as-he-spoke-of-5700-us-shootings-gun-violence-killed-299-in-2025-alone-and-this-data-will-shock-you-1757565249865">Charlie Kirk shot when speaking of 5700 shootings: Shocking US gun violence data</a>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Once again, a bullet has silenced the most eloquent truth teller of an era. My dear friend Charlie Kirk was our country&#39;s relentless and courageous crusader for free speech. We pray for Erika and the children. Charlie is already in paradise with the angels. We ask his prayers for… <a href="https://t.co/ReOdkT6VbV">pic.twitter.com/ReOdkT6VbV</a>&mdash; Robert F. Kennedy Jr (@RobertKennedyJr) <a href="https://twitter.com/RobertKennedyJr/status/1965891715119939701?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Former President Barack Obama tweeted, “We don’t yet know what motivated the person who shot and killed Charlie Kirk, but this kind of despicable violence has no place in our democracy. Michelle and I will be praying for Charlie’s family tonight, especially his wife Erika and their two young children.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We don’t yet know what motivated the person who shot and killed Charlie Kirk, but this kind of despicable violence has no place in our democracy. Michelle and I will be praying for Charlie’s family tonight, especially his wife Erika and their two young children.&mdash; Barack Obama (@BarackObama) <a href="https://twitter.com/BarackObama/status/1965889591090753651?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

“Charlie Kirk was an incredible patriot — brave, tough as hell, and a dear friend to our entire family. In his honor, all Trump properties will fly their flags at half-staff. We will always celebrate his life, strive to make him proud, and pray that God watches over Erika and their precious kids.” Eric Trump wrote.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Charlie Kirk was an incredible patriot — brave, tough as hell, and a dear friend to our entire family. In his honor, all <a href="https://twitter.com/Trump?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Trump</a> properties will fly their flags at half-staff. We will always celebrate his life, strive to make him proud, and pray that God watches over Erika and… <a href="https://t.co/XnjOXwfbF0">pic.twitter.com/XnjOXwfbF0</a>&mdash; Eric Trump (@EricTrump) <a href="https://twitter.com/EricTrump/status/1965895799298003067?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Journalist Piers Morgan wrote, “Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, 31, has died after being shot at an event in Utah. An appalling assault on free speech and democracy. Charlie always welcomed debate, with anyone. This is disgusting, and heart-breaking. RIP Charlie. ”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">BREAKING NEWS: Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, 31, has died after being shot at an event in Utah. An appalling assault on free speech and democracy. Charlie always welcomed debate, with anyone. This is disgusting, and heart-breaking. RIP Charlie. 🙏 <a href="https://t.co/9WP0ZbkhDU">pic.twitter.com/9WP0ZbkhDU</a>&mdash; Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) <a href="https://twitter.com/piersmorgan/status/1965878262942347440?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Charlie Kirk was attacked while he was highlighting mass shootings in the country. 

On Wednesday (September 11), an influential Donald Trump ally Charlie Kirk was shot by a gunman in a campus in Utah. He was attacked while he was highlighting mass shootings in the country. Two people were arrested and later released, as authorities didn’t find any link to the shooting, confirmed officials. The incident has numbed the nation, and condolences have been pouring in ever since. The 31-year-old Conservative activist is survived by his wife and two children. Tributes pour in for Charlie Kirk: “Once again, a bullet has silenced the most eloquent truth teller of an era. My dear friend Charlie Kirk was our country's relentless and courageous crusader for free speech. We pray for Erika and the children. Charlie is already in paradise with the angels. We ask his prayers for our country,” Robert Kennedy Jr, US Secretary of Health and Human Services tweeted. Also read: Charlie Kirk shot when speaking of 5700 shootings: Shocking US gun violence data

Charlie Kirk was attacked while he was highlighting mass shootings in the country.&nbsp;

Tributes pour in for US Conservative activist Charlie Kirk

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.<h2>NASA budget cuts by Trump administration</h2>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">'No way, not going to happen': Acting NASA chief Duffy says China will not beat US to the Moon</a><h2>How will NASA bring samples from Mars with budget cuts?</h2>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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;<h2>China is not getting to the Moon before us, Duffy says</h2>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.&nbsp;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." &nbsp;

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."

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.

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President Donald Trump clashed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a tense phone call on Tuesday (September 9), after learning of Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar, The Wall Street Journal reported.According to US officials, Trump was angered that he had been blindsided by the operation, discovering it from the US military only as it was unfolding. The strike hit Doha, the capital of Qatar, an American ally that has been mediating cease-fire talks in Gaza. Trump told Netanyahu the attack “wasn’t wise.” Netanyahu replied that he had only a short window to launch the strikes and chose to act.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hunt-for-charlie-kirk-s-assassin-underway-second-suspect-released-as-utah-governor-warns-of-death-penalty-for-the-culprit-1757560578362">Hunt for Charlie Kirk's assassin underway: Second suspect released, as Utah governor warns of 'death penalty' for the culprit</a><h2>A second call, but no clear answers</h2>A follow-up call between the two leaders was more pleasant, officials said, with Trump asking Netanyahu if the attack had been successful. Netanyahu admitted he did not know. Hamas later claimed that its senior leaders survived, though six lower-ranking members were killed. The strike prompted Hamas to suspend cease-fire negotiations.<h2>Qatar left furious</h2>The attack has sparked anger in Qatar, where leaders have been central to US-backed efforts to end the war in Gaza. Trump has worked to strengthen ties with Gulf states, particularly Qatar, which recently gifted the US a $400 million luxury jet for use as Air Force One and announced plans for a Trump-branded golf resort.<h2>Trump’s frustration with Netanyahu grows</h2>Despite his strong support for Israel, Trump has grown increasingly frustrated with Netanyahu’s moves that often undercut U.S. policy. A senior administration official told The Journal that Netanyahu “continually boxes Trump in with aggressive moves” that clash with Trump’s push for a cease-fire and the release of hostages. Trump still supports Israel’s fight against Hamas but has warned Netanyahu to scale back the bombardment of Gaza, fearing that images of the destruction are hurting Israel’s global reputation.<h2>Netanyahu signals more strikes ahead</h2>In a video statement, Netanyahu defended the attack and warned of more to come. “I say to Qatar and all nations who harbor terrorists, you either expel them or you bring them to justice. Because if you don’t, we will,” he said. Trump, meanwhile, has linked Israel’s offensive to his own ambitions for peace, insisting the latest strike “could serve as an opportunity for Peace.”

Donald Trump clashed with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu after learning mid-operation about Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar. Trump, angered at being blindsided, told Netanyahu the attack “wasn’t wise.”

President Donald Trump clashed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a tense phone call on Tuesday (September 9), after learning of Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar, The Wall Street Journal reported. According to US officials, Trump was angered that he had been blindsided by the operation, discovering it from the US military only as it was unfolding. The strike hit Doha, the capital of Qatar, an American ally that has been mediating cease-fire talks in Gaza. Trump told Netanyahu the attack “wasn’t wise.” Netanyahu replied that he had only a short window to launch the strikes and chose to act. Also read: Hunt for Charlie Kirk's assassin underway: Second suspect released, as Utah governor warns of 'death penalty' for the culprit A second call, but no clear answers A follow-up call between the two leaders was more pleasant, officials said, with Trump asking Netanyahu if the attack had been successful. Netanyahu admitted he did not know. Hamas later claimed that its senior leaders survived, though six lower-ranking members were killed. The strike prompted Hamas to suspend cease-fire negotiations. Qatar left furious The attack has sparked anger in Qatar, where leaders have been central to US-backed efforts to end the war in Gaza. Trump has worked to strengthen ties with Gulf states, particularly Qatar, which recently gifted the US a $400 million luxury jet for use as Air Force One and announced plans for a Trump-branded golf resort. Trump’s frustration with Netanyahu grows Despite his strong support for Israel, Trump has grown increasingly frustrated with Netanyahu’s moves that often undercut U.S. policy. A senior administration official told The Journal that Netanyahu “continually boxes Trump in with aggressive moves” that clash with Trump’s push for a cease-fire and the release of hostages. Trump still supports Israel’s fight against Hamas but has warned Netanyahu to scale back the bombardment of Gaza, fearing that images of the destruction are hurting Israel’s global reputation. Netanyahu signals more strikes ahead In a video statement, Netanyahu defended the attack and warned of more to come. “I say to Qatar and all nations who harbor terrorists, you either expel them or you bring them to justice. Because if you don’t, we will,” he said. Trump, meanwhile, has linked Israel’s offensive to his own ambitions for peace, insisting the latest strike “could serve as an opportunity for Peace.”

Donald Trump clashed with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu after learning mid-operation about Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar. Trump, angered at being blindsided, told Netanyahu the attack “wasn’t wise.”

'Not wise': Trump blasted Netanyahu in heated call over Qatar strike that blindsided US - Here's what the US president said

Mass shootings in the United States is a common occurrence. Whether it is a crowded market place, mall, university campus or a school, people have been a witness to this heinous act everywhere &nbsp;in the past decade or so, with several becoming a prey to it. Latest in the list of a public shooting is conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was shot dead while speaking to a crowd of about 3,000 students at Utah Valley University. He was reportedly debating about gun violence when the attack happened.&nbsp;Mass shootings in the US fast facts&nbsp;The motive behind the act of the shooter, who is not in custody, is not yet known. However, it raises questions on gun violence prevalent in the US, that has seen several people, young or old even children become a victim.&nbsp;According to the Gun Violence Archive, a nonprofit organization that tracks gun violence in the United States, there have been at least 299 mass shootings so far this year, leaving at least 225 people dead and 1,350 injured, reported CNN.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-violence-who-is-sushila-karki-favourite-to-become-interim-prime-minister-what-did-she-say-on-pm-and-india-1757569864667">Sushila Karki: What did Nepal Gen Z leaders' favourite for interim PM say about Modi and India? Know more about her</a>&nbsp;The report says that cases of mass shootings increased in 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic and has persisted since then. Maximum number of mass shootings - a whopping 689 across 44 states and Washington, DC - &nbsp;took place in 2021, since GVA began tracking them in 2013.&nbsp;Year with maximum cases reported&nbsp;Between 2019 and 2024 there have been mind boggling 3,517 cases of mass shootings across the United States. In 2019 the number was 413, while in 2020 and 2021 they were 610 and 689, respectively. In &nbsp;2022 and 2023, the numbers were 642, 660, respectively. While 503 cases were reported in 2024, which has been the lowest total in a year since 2019.&nbsp;Incidents in 2025&nbsp;So far, in 2025 &nbsp;299 cases of mass shootings in the United States have been reported in which at least 225 people have died and 1,350 have been injured. The worst was the September 9 attack in San Francisco in which six people died, followed by the Cleveland and the Kansas City shooting in which 5 people had died, reported CNN, citing GVA data.&nbsp;Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-not-wise-trump-blasted-netanyahu-in-heated-call-over-qatar-strike-that-blindsided-us-here-s-what-the-us-president-said-1757566859821"> 'Not wise': Trump blasted Netanyahu in heated call over Qatar strike that blindsided US - Here's what the US president said</a>&nbsp;

The report says that cases of mass shootings increased in 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic and has continued to rise since then. Maximum number of mass shootings, according to GVA took place in 2021.

Mass shootings in the United States is a common occurrence. Whether it is a crowded market place, mall, university campus or a school, people have been a witness to this heinous act everywhere in the past decade or so, with several becoming a prey to it. Latest in the list of a public shooting is conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was shot dead while speaking to a crowd of about 3,000 students at Utah Valley University. He was reportedly debating about gun violence when the attack happened. Mass shootings in the US fast facts The motive behind the act of the shooter, who is not in custody, is not yet known. However, it raises questions on gun violence prevalent in the US, that has seen several people, young or old even children become a victim. According to the Gun Violence Archive, a nonprofit organization that tracks gun violence in the United States, there have been at least 299 mass shootings so far this year, leaving at least 225 people dead and 1,350 injured, reported CNN. Also Read: Sushila Karki: What did Nepal Gen Z leaders' favourite for interim PM say about Modi and India? Know more about her The report says that cases of mass shootings increased in 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic and has persisted since then. Maximum number of mass shootings - a whopping 689 across 44 states and Washington, DC - took place in 2021, since GVA began tracking them in 2013. Year with maximum cases reported Between 2019 and 2024 there have been mind boggling 3,517 cases of mass shootings across the United States. In 2019 the number was 413, while in 2020 and 2021 they were 610 and 689, respectively. In 2022 and 2023, the numbers were 642, 660, respectively. While 503 cases were reported in 2024, which has been the lowest total in a year since 2019. Incidents in 2025 So far, in 2025 299 cases of mass shootings in the United States have been reported in which at least 225 people have died and 1,350 have been injured. The worst was the September 9 attack in San Francisco in which six people died, followed by the Cleveland and the Kansas City shooting in which 5 people had died, reported CNN, citing GVA data. Also Read: 'Not wise': Trump blasted Netanyahu in heated call over Qatar strike that blindsided US - Here's what the US president said

The report says that cases of mass shootings increased in 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic and has continued to rise since then. Maximum number of mass shootings, according to GVA took place in 2021.

Charlie kirk shot dead as he spoke of 5700 US shootings. Gun violence killed 299 in 2025 alone and this data will shock you

Charlie Kirk, a close ally of Donald Trump, was shot dead while addressing students at Utah Valley University. The 31-year-old was struck once in the neck and died shortly after being taken to the hospital. Hundreds of students fled the event as panic spread throughout the crowd. Kirk’s wife and children were present, Senator Markwayne Mullins confirmed. Utah’s governor described the shooting as a “political assassination,” urging Americans to stop “hating” one another.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hunt-for-charlie-kirk-s-assassin-underway-second-suspect-released-as-utah-governor-warns-of-death-penalty-for-the-culprit-1757560578362">Hunt for Charlie Kirk's assassin underway: Second suspect released, as Utah governor warns of 'death penalty' for the culprit</a>Campus police initially arrested a suspect who was later released after questioning. The FBI also detained a man described as a “subject”, but he too was released. A door-to-door manhunt for the gunman is now underway. President Trump, in a video statement, said he was “filled with grief and anger at the heinous assassination of Charlie Kirk,” calling him a patriot and declaring his death “a dark moment for America.”<h2>What is Turning Point, the organisation founded by Charlie Kirk?</h2>Kirk co-founded Turning Point USA in 2012, when he was just 18 years old. The group began as a conservative activism organisation aimed at spreading right-wing ideas across US college campuses. According to its website, its mission is to “promote the principles of fiscal responsibility, free markets, and limited government.” What started as a small grassroots effort soon expanded into a major conservative youth network with chapters in more than 850 colleges.<h2>From student movement to influencer network</h2>Turning Point USA has grown beyond its original remit. Kirk himself rose to prominence as “one of the most powerful voices in the young right-wing conservative movement.” Turning Point’s events, media platforms and podcasts are widely credited with helping drive young voter support for Donald Trump in the 2024 election. Trump has openly embraced the group’s influence. Last year, he delivered a speech at a Turning Point conference in Arizona.

Charlie Kirk, 31, was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University. His family witnessed the attack. Authorities released two suspects, and a manhunt is ongoing. Trump condemned the killing.

Charlie Kirk, a close ally of Donald Trump, was shot dead while addressing students at Utah Valley University. The 31-year-old was struck once in the neck and died shortly after being taken to the hospital. Hundreds of students fled the event as panic spread throughout the crowd. Kirk’s wife and children were present, Senator Markwayne Mullins confirmed. Utah’s governor described the shooting as a “political assassination,” urging Americans to stop “hating” one another. Also read: Hunt for Charlie Kirk's assassin underway: Second suspect released, as Utah governor warns of 'death penalty' for the culprit Campus police initially arrested a suspect who was later released after questioning. The FBI also detained a man described as a “subject”, but he too was released. A door-to-door manhunt for the gunman is now underway. President Trump, in a video statement, said he was “filled with grief and anger at the heinous assassination of Charlie Kirk,” calling him a patriot and declaring his death “a dark moment for America.” What is Turning Point, the organisation founded by Charlie Kirk? Kirk co-founded Turning Point USA in 2012, when he was just 18 years old. The group began as a conservative activism organisation aimed at spreading right-wing ideas across US college campuses. According to its website, its mission is to “promote the principles of fiscal responsibility, free markets, and limited government.” What started as a small grassroots effort soon expanded into a major conservative youth network with chapters in more than 850 colleges. From student movement to influencer network Turning Point USA has grown beyond its original remit. Kirk himself rose to prominence as “one of the most powerful voices in the young right-wing conservative movement.” Turning Point’s events, media platforms and podcasts are widely credited with helping drive young voter support for Donald Trump in the 2024 election. Trump has openly embraced the group’s influence. Last year, he delivered a speech at a Turning Point conference in Arizona.

Charlie Kirk, 31, was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University. His family witnessed the attack. Authorities released two suspects, and a manhunt is ongoing. Trump condemned the killing.

Charlie Kirk built Turning Point into a conservative powerhouse at the age of 18. What happens now?

On February 9, Israel used the most sophisticated aircraft in its US-supplied arsenal to bomb a building in an upscale neighbourhood of Doha, Qatar’s capital, in an operation to kill senior leaders of Hamas, the terrorist group that murdered more than 1,000 Israelis on October 7 last year. Militarily, the raid was a partial success – its chief target, Kahlil al Hayya, survived but his son and four other Hamas members died. They had met to discuss a ceasefire in the devastating war on Gaza, a proposal, backed by US President Donald Trump. Politically, it drew shock and condemnation from around the world, from friends and foes alike.Tactically, it was a mistake because it closed the most reliable back-channel route for negotiations with groups the US and others consider terrorists and therefore cannot have direct talks with them. Before Hamas had a political branch in Doha, the Taliban had one, too.The first and most angry reaction to the attack came from The United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, who called it a flagrant violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Qatar. The theme of trampled sovereignty and violations of international law was echoed by governments from Arab neighbours as well as France, Germany, Italy and the European Union.For the United States, in large parts of the world seen as joint-at-the hip with Israel, reaction to the assault on a country hosting the largest US military airbase in the Middle East, has been an awkward affair. To dispel instant suspicion that the Israelis had been given green light from the US, spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said the Trump administration had been notified about the attack by the US military, not by Israel. A senior official had then telephoned Qatar. But officials there said the call came as bombs already ripped into the building under attack.Oddly, the violation of Qatar’s sovereignty came just four months after the U.S. administration accepted what was probably the most expensive gift ever from one country to another: a Boeing 747-8 so luxuriously outfitted it earned the nicknameFlying Palace. It’s meant to be used as the new Air Force One, the aircraft used by American presidents.Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu, also keen to avoid the belief that he routinely consults Trump before taking major action, said of the bombing: “Israel initiated it, Israel conducted it and Israel takes full responsibility.” Trump, in turn, voiced discontent over the Israeli action and told reporters he was “very unhappy” with it. “I’m not thrilled about the whole situation, very unhappy about the way it went down.”The American president has used similar language repeatedly on the way Russia is conducting its war on Ukraine. But clearly the two leaders in charge of the 21st century’s bloodiest wars, Vladimir Putin and Benjamin Netanyahu pay no attention to expressions of Trunpian anger. They know his words are rarely followed by serious consequences.The conduct of his foreign policy is the reverse of Theodor Roosevelt’s famous foreign policy approach he summed up as “speak softly and carry a big stick.” Trump on occasions speaks loudly – “Dear Vlad, stop the killing” – but carries a slender branch.The slender branch has been a tool of U.S. foreign policy on Israel practically from the moment of its creation.The first world leader to officially recognise Israel as an independent state, on June 14, 1948, was U.S. President Harry Truman – just 11 minutes after its creation.In the 77 years since, Israel grew into Uncle Sam’s favourite child, for much of the time considered a strategic asset in an unstable region. For the past seven decades, Israel has been by far the largest recipient of U.S. assistance, military and economic, in the world. Aid has been running at more than $3.5 billion.It is the only country that has an official U.S. commitment to what is known as the “Qualitative Military Edge,” which entitles it to more sophisticated weapons than any of its possible adversaries. He QME is enshrined in U.S. law.The F-35 stealth fighter which was part of the attack fleet on the building in Doha where Hamas officials met for peacefire talks was part of the QME package.The “asset” part of U.S, foreign policy thinking was seen as essential during the Cold War when Israel served as an American outpost in a region where the Soviet Union had strategic ambitions – and close allies.As a former U.S. Secretary of State, the late Alexander Haigh put it at the time: “Israel…is the largest U.S. carrier that cannot be sunk, does not carry even one soldier, and is located in the most critical region for U.S. national security.”He did not mention an element of power that is still rarely discussed: Israel is the only country in the Middle East with a nuclear arsenal.The Cold War is long over and Israel is a regional superpower which helps explain why Israeli leaders, most of all Netanyahu, have felt fit to ignore American policy proposals, including a stop on building new settlements in the West Bank, occupied by Israel in the 1967 Arab-Israeli war.Now, there are not many people left who think that land could be turned into a Palestinian state in the elusive dream of a “two-state” solution of an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel.To see chances of that happening, you need strong rose-tinted glasses.

On 9 February, Israel deployed its most advanced US-supplied aircraft to strike a building in an upscale neighbourhood of Doha, the capital of Qatar, targeting senior Hamas leaders.

On February 9, Israel used the most sophisticated aircraft in its US-supplied arsenal to bomb a building in an upscale neighbourhood of Doha, Qatar’s capital, in an operation to kill senior leaders of Hamas, the terrorist group that murdered more than 1,000 Israelis on October 7 last year. Militarily, the raid was a partial success – its chief target, Kahlil al Hayya, survived but his son and four other Hamas members died. They had met to discuss a ceasefire in the devastating war on Gaza, a proposal, backed by US President Donald Trump. Politically, it drew shock and condemnation from around the world, from friends and foes alike. Tactically, it was a mistake because it closed the most reliable back-channel route for negotiations with groups the US and others consider terrorists and therefore cannot have direct talks with them. Before Hamas had a political branch in Doha, the Taliban had one, too. The first and most angry reaction to the attack came from The United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, who called it a flagrant violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Qatar. The theme of trampled sovereignty and violations of international law was echoed by governments from Arab neighbours as well as France, Germany, Italy and the European Union. For the United States, in large parts of the world seen as joint-at-the hip with Israel, reaction to the assault on a country hosting the largest US military airbase in the Middle East, has been an awkward affair. To dispel instant suspicion that the Israelis had been given green light from the US, spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said the Trump administration had been notified about the attack by the US military, not by Israel. A senior official had then telephoned Qatar. But officials there said the call came as bombs already ripped into the building under attack. Oddly, the violation of Qatar’s sovereignty came just four months after the U.S. administration accepted what was probably the most expensive gift ever from one country to another: a Boeing 747-8 so luxuriously outfitted it earned the nickname Flying Palace. It’s meant to be used as the new Air Force One, the aircraft used by American presidents. Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu, also keen to avoid the belief that he routinely consults Trump before taking major action, said of the bombing: “Israel initiated it, Israel conducted it and Israel takes full responsibility.” Trump, in turn, voiced discontent over the Israeli action and told reporters he was “very unhappy” with it. “I’m not thrilled about the whole situation, very unhappy about the way it went down.” The American president has used similar language repeatedly on the way Russia is conducting its war on Ukraine. But clearly the two leaders in charge of the 21st century’s bloodiest wars, Vladimir Putin and Benjamin Netanyahu pay no attention to expressions of Trunpian anger. They know his words are rarely followed by serious consequences. The conduct of his foreign policy is the reverse of Theodor Roosevelt’s famous foreign policy approach he summed up as “speak softly and carry a big stick.” Trump on occasions speaks loudly – “Dear Vlad, stop the killing” – but carries a slender branch. The slender branch has been a tool of U.S. foreign policy on Israel practically from the moment of its creation. The first world leader to officially recognise Israel as an independent state, on June 14, 1948, was U.S. President Harry Truman – just 11 minutes after its creation. In the 77 years since, Israel grew into Uncle Sam’s favourite child, for much of the time considered a strategic asset in an unstable region. For the past seven decades, Israel has been by far the largest recipient of U.S. assistance, military and economic, in the world. Aid has been running at more than $3.5 billion. It is the only country that has an official U.S. commitment to what is known as the “Qualitative Military Edge,” which entitles it to more sophisticated weapons than any of its possible adversaries. He QME is enshrined in U.S. law. The F-35 stealth fighter which was part of the attack fleet on the building in Doha where Hamas officials met for peacefire talks was part of the QME package. The “asset” part of U.S, foreign policy thinking was seen as essential during the Cold War when Israel served as an American outpost in a region where the Soviet Union had strategic ambitions – and close allies. As a former U.S. Secretary of State, the late Alexander Haigh put it at the time: “Israel…is the largest U.S. carrier that cannot be sunk, does not carry even one soldier, and is located in the most critical region for U.S. national security.” He did not mention an element of power that is still rarely discussed: Israel is the only country in the Middle East with a nuclear arsenal. The Cold War is long over and Israel is a regional superpower which helps explain why Israeli leaders, most of all Netanyahu, have felt fit to ignore American policy proposals, including a stop on building new settlements in the West Bank, occupied by Israel in the 1967 Arab-Israeli war. Now, there are not many people left who think that land could be turned into a Palestinian state in the elusive dream of a “two-state” solution of an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel. To see chances of that happening, you need strong rose-tinted glasses.

On 9 February, Israel deployed its most advanced US-supplied aircraft to strike a building in an upscale neighbourhood of Doha, the capital of Qatar, targeting senior Hamas leaders.

Bombing raid on Qatar shows unique US-Israeli relationship

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;&nbsp;<h2>Guide dog Roselle, who saved a blind man and 30 others after the 9/11 attacks</h2>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. &nbsp;

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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.&nbsp;<h2>Book on Roselle, the guide dog</h2>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.

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.

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.

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

The gunman who killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk has not been caught, despite hours of searching, authorities confirmed on Wednesday. Confusion deepened after FBI Director Kash Patel said a suspect was in custody, only to later admit the man had been released following questioning. “Our investigation continues and we will continue to release information in the interest of transparency,” Patel said.<h2>Wrong suspects released</h2>The first man detained, 71-year-old George Zinn, was later ruled out as the shooter. Another man, Zachariah Qureshi, was also taken into custody and questioned but released soon after. The FBI now says the search for the real gunman remains active.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/charlie-kirk-s-last-post-on-ukrainian-refugee-s-stabbing-goes-viral-after-his-death-fbi-says-subject-in-custody-1757545073636">Charlie Kirk's last post on Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska's stabbing goes viral; FBI says 'subject in custody'</a><h2>Kirk shot during student event</h2>Kirk, 31, was speaking to a crowd of about 3,000 students at Utah Valley University when he was shot once in the neck. The bullet came from the Losee Centre, around 200 yards away, a university spokesperson told The New York Times. The Turning Point USA founder died shortly afterwards. US President Donald Trump later confirmed his death.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-patriot-youth-whisperer-and-trusted-trump-ally-who-was-charlie-kirk-and-what-were-his-views-on-gun-violence-1757543566510">Right-wing's 'youth whisperer' and trusted Trump ally: Who was Charlie Kirk?</a><h2>Governor calls it a political assassination</h2>Utah Governor Spencer Cox described the attack as a “political assassination” and vowed justice. “To whoever did this, we will find you, we will try you and we will hold you accountable to the furthest extent of the law,” he said, adding that Utah still enforces the death penalty. He also recalled Kirk as “first and foremost, a husband and a dad to two children,” calling it a “dark day for our state” and a “tragic day for our nation.”<h2>Heavy security failed to stop attack</h2>Utah Valley police chief Jeff Long said six officers were on duty for the event, alongside Kirk’s own security detail. “You try to get your bases covered, and unfortunately, today, we didn’t,” Long said. “Because of that, we have this tragic incident,” he added. Videos showed the moment Kirk was struck, as blood poured from his neck and students scrambled for safety.

The gunman who killed Charlie Kirk remains at large. Two suspects were wrongly detained and released. The FBI confirmed the investigation is ongoing, despite earlier confusion over an arrest.

The gunman who killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk has not been caught, despite hours of searching, authorities confirmed on Wednesday. Confusion deepened after FBI Director Kash Patel said a suspect was in custody, only to later admit the man had been released following questioning. “Our investigation continues and we will continue to release information in the interest of transparency,” Patel said. Wrong suspects released The first man detained, 71-year-old George Zinn, was later ruled out as the shooter. Another man, Zachariah Qureshi, was also taken into custody and questioned but released soon after. The FBI now says the search for the real gunman remains active. Also read: Charlie Kirk's last post on Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska's stabbing goes viral; FBI says 'subject in custody' Kirk shot during student event Kirk, 31, was speaking to a crowd of about 3,000 students at Utah Valley University when he was shot once in the neck. The bullet came from the Losee Centre, around 200 yards away, a university spokesperson told The New York Times. The Turning Point USA founder died shortly afterwards. US President Donald Trump later confirmed his death. Also read: Right-wing's 'youth whisperer' and trusted Trump ally: Who was Charlie Kirk? Governor calls it a political assassination Utah Governor Spencer Cox described the attack as a “political assassination” and vowed justice. “To whoever did this, we will find you, we will try you and we will hold you accountable to the furthest extent of the law,” he said, adding that Utah still enforces the death penalty. He also recalled Kirk as “first and foremost, a husband and a dad to two children,” calling it a “dark day for our state” and a “tragic day for our nation.” Heavy security failed to stop attack Utah Valley police chief Jeff Long said six officers were on duty for the event, alongside Kirk’s own security detail. “You try to get your bases covered, and unfortunately, today, we didn’t,” Long said. “Because of that, we have this tragic incident,” he added. Videos showed the moment Kirk was struck, as blood poured from his neck and students scrambled for safety.

The gunman who killed Charlie Kirk remains at large. Two suspects were wrongly detained and released. The FBI confirmed the investigation is ongoing, despite earlier confusion over an arrest.

Hunt for Charlie Kirk's assassin underway: Second suspect released, as Utah governor warns of 'death penalty' for the culprit

United States President Donald Trump ally <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-no-one-understood-america-better-trump-announces-death-of-ally-charlie-kirk-after-utah-university-shooting-1757537181910">Charlie Kirk was shot </a>at an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday (Sep 10), after which he succumbed to his injuries. US President Trump extended his condolences and expressed his sorrow and announced that American flags at all state institutions will be flown at half-mast in his honour. Kirk, who was just 31, had been vocal about the stabbing of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska in Charlotte, North Carolina, last month. Notably, his last post on X about her stabbing - that and other social media posts regarding to the stabbing has now gone viral. Meanwhile, FBI chief Kash Patel said that ‘the subject’ who was behind the fatal shooting is in custody and he would brief when information is available. Kirk is survived by his wife Erika Frantzve whom he married in 2021. The couple have two children.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250911/image-1757546145787.png"></figure>&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-how-many-shooters-trump-ally-charlie-kirk-was-fatally-shot-while-speaking-about-mass-shootings-1757541999559">'How many shooters...': Trump ally Charlie Kirk was fatally shot while speaking about mass shootings</a><h2>Charlie Kirk's social media posts on Ukrainian refugee</h2>Iryna Zarutska, a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee living in Charlotte, North Carolina, was fatally stabbed on a light rail train on August 22. Charlie Kirk commented on the fatal stabbing and stated that it was absolutely necessary to politicise her death, arguing that political decisions had allowed a man with 14 prior offenses to remain free and ultimately commit the crime. A man named DeCarlos Brown Jr., was formally charged with her murder. A video of the incident showed Brown sitting directly behind Zarutska before suddenly standing up and slashing her throat. The footage captures Zarutska collapsing and falling from her seat moments after the attack. Kirk had also shared a photo of Zarutska and wrote, “America will never be the same again.”&nbsp;Read More <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-no-one-understood-america-better-trump-announces-death-of-ally-charlie-kirk-after-utah-university-shooting-1757537181910">|&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-patriot-youth-whisperer-and-trusted-trump-ally-who-was-charlie-kirk-and-what-were-his-views-on-gun-violence-1757543566510">Right-wing's 'youth whisperer' and trusted Trump ally: Who was Charlie Kirk and what was his views on gun violence</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250911/image-1757545933341.png"></figure>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">America will never be the same. <a href="https://t.co/Wd2AJsn0W0">pic.twitter.com/Wd2AJsn0W0</a>&mdash; Charlie Kirk (@charliekirk11) <a href="https://twitter.com/charliekirk11/status/1965622717765534055?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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Trump ally Charlie Kirk, 31, was fatally shot at a Utah Valley University event. He had recently spoken out about the stabbing of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska, calling her death politically driven. His final post about her has gone viral. The shooter is in custody.

United States President Donald Trump ally Charlie Kirk was shot at an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday (Sep 10), after which he succumbed to his injuries. US President Trump extended his condolences and expressed his sorrow and announced that American flags at all state institutions will be flown at half-mast in his honour. Kirk, who was just 31, had been vocal about the stabbing of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska in Charlotte, North Carolina, last month. Notably, his last post on X about her stabbing - that and other social media posts regarding to the stabbing has now gone viral. Meanwhile, FBI chief Kash Patel said that ‘the subject’ who was behind the fatal shooting is in custody and he would brief when information is available. Kirk is survived by his wife Erika Frantzve whom he married in 2021. The couple have two children. Read More | 'How many shooters...': Trump ally Charlie Kirk was fatally shot while speaking about mass shootings Charlie Kirk's social media posts on Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska, a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee living in Charlotte, North Carolina, was fatally stabbed on a light rail train on August 22. Charlie Kirk commented on the fatal stabbing and stated that it was absolutely necessary to politicise her death, arguing that political decisions had allowed a man with 14 prior offenses to remain free and ultimately commit the crime. A man named DeCarlos Brown Jr., was formally charged with her murder. A video of the incident showed Brown sitting directly behind Zarutska before suddenly standing up and slashing her throat. The footage captures Zarutska collapsing and falling from her seat moments after the attack. Kirk had also shared a photo of Zarutska and wrote, “America will never be the same again.” Read More | Right-wing's 'youth whisperer' and trusted Trump ally: Who was Charlie Kirk and what was his views on gun violence

Trump ally Charlie Kirk, 31, was fatally shot at a Utah Valley University event. He had recently spoken out about the stabbing of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska, calling her death politically driven. His final post about her has gone viral. The shooter is in custody.

Charlie Kirk's last post on Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska's stabbing goes viral; FBI says 'subject in custody'

Right-wing activist and United States President Donald Trump ally <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-no-one-understood-america-better-trump-announces-death-of-ally-charlie-kirk-after-utah-university-shooting-1757537181910">Charlie Kirk was shot </a>at an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday (Sep 10). He was immediately taken to the hospital after the incident but he succumbed to his injurues. US President Trump announced his death calling him a ‘patriot’ and the one who understood America and its youth. He was 31 and is survived by his wife Erika Frantzve whom he married in 2021. The couple have two children. Trump also announced that American flags at all state institutions will be flown at half-mast in his honour.&nbsp;&nbsp;A suspect was taken into custody but was later released. Hours later, FBI Director Kash Patel said that "the subject" in the fatal shooting was in custody. In statements on social media, the university said the classes are suspended until further notice and urged students to leave the campus immediately.&nbsp;&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-how-many-shooters-trump-ally-charlie-kirk-was-fatally-shot-while-speaking-about-mass-shootings-1757541999559">'How many shooters...': Trump ally Charlie Kirk was fatally shot while speaking about mass shootings</a><h2>Who was Charlie Kirk?</h2>Kirk was was a prominent right‑wing political activist, author, and one of the popular Trump ally. He was best known as the founder of Turning Point USA (TPUSA), a nonprofit that seeks to spread conservative ideas to students on US campuses. He launched it at age 18. Known for his staunch support of Donald Trump and provocative political style, Kirk was often described as the "youth whisperer" of the American right. He grew up in Illinois and first gained popularity after writing for Breitbart and appearing on Fox Business at age 17. Though he briefly attended college, he dropped out to pursue full-time activism.&nbsp;Kirk hosted The Charlie Kirk Show, a three-hour daily radio programme since October 2020, ran via Turning Point Live. He once shared that he had “no money, no connections and no idea what I was doing” but TPUSA grew rapidly and changed his life. He has 5.2 million followers on X and 7.3 million followers on TikTok. Kirk, an advocate of Christian nationalism, opposed mask mandates, DEI programs, climate action, and the Civil Rights Act. He was involved in Trump’s 2024 campaign.&nbsp;Read More <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-no-one-understood-america-better-trump-announces-death-of-ally-charlie-kirk-after-utah-university-shooting-1757537181910">| 'No one understood America better': Trump ally Charlie Kirk dies after being shot at Utah University shooting</a><h2>What was his views on Second Amendment, gun deaths</h2>A video of Kirk's statements on the second amendment and gun deaths have surfaced after his death. In 2023, following the shooting at Christian Covenant School in Nashville, Tennessee, which claimed six lives, Charlie Kirk commented on the harsh reality of gun violence in America. He acknowledged that maintaining Second Amendment rights comes with a cost. Kirk explained that having an armed citizenry inevitably means gun deaths will never be completely eliminated. He said it was important to recognise that “you're not going to get gun deaths to zero,” and added that reducing them significantly might be possible by strengthening family structures and increasing armed security in schools.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Charlie Kirk: “It’s worth to have a cost of, unfortunately, some gun deaths every single year so that we can have the Second Amendment”<a href="https://t.co/uoM6TqnAgJ">https://t.co/uoM6TqnAgJ</a> <a href="https://t.co/mbJSa2Lzmi">pic.twitter.com/mbJSa2Lzmi</a>&mdash; Jason S. Campbell (@JasonSCampbell) <a href="https://twitter.com/JasonSCampbell/status/1643977032509067272?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 6, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Kirk explained that living in a society with an armed population while expecting zero gun deaths was unrealistic, calling such expectations “nonsense” and “drivel.” However, he believed the trade-off was justified, stating, “I think it's worth it... 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.” He described this as a “prudent deal” and criticised those who fail to acknowledge this reality as living “in a complete alternate universe.”&nbsp;On preventing school shootings, Kirk admitted uncertainty but pointed out that armed guards have helped stop shootings at other public venues. He questioned why schools couldn’t have the same protection, noting, “How did we stop shootings at baseball games? Because we have armed guards outside of baseball games... How did we stop all the shootings at airports? We have armed guards outside of airports... If our money and our sporting events and our airplanes have armed guards, why don't our children?”

Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old right-wing activist and Trump ally, was fatally shot at a Utah Valley University event. Founder of TPUSA, he was known for his conservative youth outreach and controversial views. He is survived by his wife Erika Frantzve and their two children.

Right-wing activist and United States President Donald Trump ally Charlie Kirk was shot at an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday (Sep 10). He was immediately taken to the hospital after the incident but he succumbed to his injurues. US President Trump announced his death calling him a ‘patriot’ and the one who understood America and its youth. He was 31 and is survived by his wife Erika Frantzve whom he married in 2021. The couple have two children. Trump also announced that American flags at all state institutions will be flown at half-mast in his honour. A suspect was taken into custody but was later released. Hours later, FBI Director Kash Patel said that "the subject" in the fatal shooting was in custody. In statements on social media, the university said the classes are suspended until further notice and urged students to leave the campus immediately. Read More | 'How many shooters...': Trump ally Charlie Kirk was fatally shot while speaking about mass shootings Who was Charlie Kirk? Kirk was was a prominent right‑wing political activist, author, and one of the popular Trump ally. He was best known as the founder of Turning Point USA (TPUSA), a nonprofit that seeks to spread conservative ideas to students on US campuses. He launched it at age 18. Known for his staunch support of Donald Trump and provocative political style, Kirk was often described as the "youth whisperer" of the American right. He grew up in Illinois and first gained popularity after writing for Breitbart and appearing on Fox Business at age 17. Though he briefly attended college, he dropped out to pursue full-time activism. Kirk hosted The Charlie Kirk Show, a three-hour daily radio programme since October 2020, ran via Turning Point Live. He once shared that he had “no money, no connections and no idea what I was doing” but TPUSA grew rapidly and changed his life. He has 5.2 million followers on X and 7.3 million followers on TikTok. Kirk, an advocate of Christian nationalism, opposed mask mandates, DEI programs, climate action, and the Civil Rights Act. He was involved in Trump’s 2024 campaign. Read More | 'No one understood America better': Trump ally Charlie Kirk dies after being shot at Utah University shooting What was his views on Second Amendment, gun deaths A video of Kirk's statements on the second amendment and gun deaths have surfaced after his death. In 2023, following the shooting at Christian Covenant School in Nashville, Tennessee, which claimed six lives, Charlie Kirk commented on the harsh reality of gun violence in America. He acknowledged that maintaining Second Amendment rights comes with a cost. Kirk explained that having an armed citizenry inevitably means gun deaths will never be completely eliminated. He said it was important to recognise that “you're not going to get gun deaths to zero,” and added that reducing them significantly might be possible by strengthening family structures and increasing armed security in schools.

Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old right-wing activist and Trump ally, was fatally shot at a Utah Valley University event. Founder of TPUSA, he was known for his conservative youth outreach and controversial views. He is survived by his wife Erika Frantzve and their two children.

Right-wing's 'youth whisperer' and trusted Trump ally: Who was Charlie Kirk and what was his views on gun violence

Right-wing activist and United States President Donald Trump ally <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-no-one-understood-america-better-trump-announces-death-of-ally-charlie-kirk-after-utah-university-shooting-1757537181910">Charlie Kirk was fatally shot </a>in on Wednesday (Sep 10) at an event at Utah Valley University. He was immediately taken to the hospital after the incident but he succumbed to his injurues. Notably, Kirk, who was vocal about his views on gun violence in America, was answering a question regarding mass shooting when he was shot, according to several videos circulating on social media. He was 31.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to The New York Times, someone had asked him if he knew how many mass shooters there had been in America over the past ten years. “Counting or not counting gang violence?” Kirk responded right before he was shot. The video showed that he had moved his hand toward his neck as he fell off his chair. A graphical video of his shooting which is doing the rounds on social media showed a bullet hitting his neck and blood gushing out.&nbsp;Announcing his death, United States President Trump called him a ‘patriot’ and "legendary" figure who deeply understood the youth of America. Trump, in a post on Truth Social, extended condolences, on behalf of himself and First Lady Melania Trump, to Kirk’s wife Erika and his family. Trump also announced that American flags at all state institutions will be flown at half-mast in his honour.&nbsp;<h2>Who was Charlie Kirk?</h2>Kirk was was a prominent right‑wing political activist, author, and one of the popular Trump ally. He was best known as the founder of Turning Point USA (TPUSA), a nonprofit that seeks to spread conservative ideas to students on US campuses. He launched it at age 18. Known for his staunch support of Donald Trump and provocative political style, Kirk was often described as the "youth whisperer" of the American right. He grew up in Illinois and first gained popularity after writing for Breitbart and appearing on Fox Business at age 17. Though he briefly attended college, he dropped out to pursue full-time activism.&nbsp;Kirk hosted The Charlie Kirk Show, a three-hour daily radio programme since October 2020, ran via Turning Point Live. He once shared that he had “no money, no connections and no idea what I was doing” but TPUSA grew rapidly and changed his life. He has 5.2 million followers on X and 7.3 million followers on TikTok. Kirk, an advocate of Christian nationalism, opposed mask mandates, DEI programs, climate action, and the Civil Rights Act. He was involved in Trump’s 2024 campaign. Kirk is survived by his wife Erika Frantzve whom he married in 2021 and two children.&nbsp;<h2>Who shot him?</h2>A suspect was taken into custody but has now been released, after the police said that he was not the actual shooter. The suspect was identified as Michael Mallinson. However, as the news of Kirk's death was shared by Trump, Utah Valley University clarified that there is no one in custody. &nbsp;In statements on social media, the university said the classes are suspended until further notice and urged students to leave the campus immediately. Utah Valley University spokesperson Scott Trotter said in a statement that a single shot had rung out in the quad near the food court on the Utah Valley University Orem Campus Kirk was beginning to speak at his planned rally.&nbsp;

Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at a Utah Valley University event while discussing mass shootings. He was 31. Trump called him a "patriot." No shooter in custody. Kirk was founder of TPUSA, a Trump ally, and a leading voice in youth conservatism.

Right-wing activist and United States President Donald Trump ally Charlie Kirk was fatally shot in on Wednesday (Sep 10) at an event at Utah Valley University. He was immediately taken to the hospital after the incident but he succumbed to his injurues. Notably, Kirk, who was vocal about his views on gun violence in America, was answering a question regarding mass shooting when he was shot, according to several videos circulating on social media. He was 31. According to The New York Times, someone had asked him if he knew how many mass shooters there had been in America over the past ten years. “Counting or not counting gang violence?” Kirk responded right before he was shot. The video showed that he had moved his hand toward his neck as he fell off his chair. A graphical video of his shooting which is doing the rounds on social media showed a bullet hitting his neck and blood gushing out. Announcing his death, United States President Trump called him a ‘patriot’ and "legendary" figure who deeply understood the youth of America. Trump, in a post on Truth Social, extended condolences, on behalf of himself and First Lady Melania Trump, to Kirk’s wife Erika and his family. Trump also announced that American flags at all state institutions will be flown at half-mast in his honour. Who was Charlie Kirk? Kirk was was a prominent right‑wing political activist, author, and one of the popular Trump ally. He was best known as the founder of Turning Point USA (TPUSA), a nonprofit that seeks to spread conservative ideas to students on US campuses. He launched it at age 18. Known for his staunch support of Donald Trump and provocative political style, Kirk was often described as the "youth whisperer" of the American right. He grew up in Illinois and first gained popularity after writing for Breitbart and appearing on Fox Business at age 17. Though he briefly attended college, he dropped out to pursue full-time activism. Kirk hosted The Charlie Kirk Show, a three-hour daily radio programme since October 2020, ran via Turning Point Live. He once shared that he had “no money, no connections and no idea what I was doing” but TPUSA grew rapidly and changed his life. He has 5.2 million followers on X and 7.3 million followers on TikTok. Kirk, an advocate of Christian nationalism, opposed mask mandates, DEI programs, climate action, and the Civil Rights Act. He was involved in Trump’s 2024 campaign. Kirk is survived by his wife Erika Frantzve whom he married in 2021 and two children. Who shot him? A suspect was taken into custody but has now been released, after the police said that he was not the actual shooter. The suspect was identified as Michael Mallinson. However, as the news of Kirk's death was shared by Trump, Utah Valley University clarified that there is no one in custody. In statements on social media, the university said the classes are suspended until further notice and urged students to leave the campus immediately. Utah Valley University spokesperson Scott Trotter said in a statement that a single shot had rung out in the quad near the food court on the Utah Valley University Orem Campus Kirk was beginning to speak at his planned rally.

Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at a Utah Valley University event while discussing mass shootings. He was 31. Trump called him a "patriot." No shooter in custody. Kirk was founder of TPUSA, a Trump ally, and a leading voice in youth conservatism.

'How many shooters...': Trump ally Charlie Kirk was fatally shot while speaking about mass shootings

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United States President Donald Trump announced the death of his prominent ally and conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, hours after he was shot at during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem on Wed (Sep 10). Describing him as a "great" and "legendary" figure who deeply understood the youth of America, Trump, in a post on Truth Social, extended condolences, on behalf of himself and First Lady Melania Trump, to Kirk’s wife Erika and his family. After being shot, Kirk was immediately transported to a hospital and underwent surgery, according to the university spokesperson. Trump also announced that American flags at all state institutions will be flown at half-mast in his honour.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250911/image-1757541624836.png"></figure><h2>Who was Charlie Kirk?</h2>Kirk was was a prominent right‑wing political activist, author, and one of the popular Trump ally. He was best known as the founder of Turning Point USA, a nonprofit that seeks to spread conservative ideas to students on US campuses. He was also a podcast host with millions of followers. He has 5.2 million followers on X and 7.3 million followers on TikTok. A graphical video of his shooting is doing the rounds on social media. In the video, Kirk is seen seated on the stage as a bullet hits his neck and blood pours out.&nbsp;<h2>Who shot him?</h2>A suspect was taken into custody but has now been released, after the police said that he was not the actual shooter. The suspect was identified as Michael Mallinson. However, as the news of Kirk's death was shared by Trump, Utah Valley University clarified that there is no one in custody. &nbsp;In statements on social media, the university said the classes are suspended until further notice and urged students to leave the campus immediately. Utah Valley University spokesperson Scott Trotter said in a statement that a single shot had rung out in the quad near the food court on the Utah Valley University Orem Campus Kirk was beginning to speak at his planned rally.&nbsp;

US President Trump announced Charlie Kirk's death after he was shot during an event at Utah Valley University. Trump praised Kirk as a legendary voice of America’s youth. A video shows Kirk being shot on stage. 

United States President Donald Trump announced the death of his prominent ally and conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, hours after he was shot at during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem on Wed (Sep 10). Describing him as a "great" and "legendary" figure who deeply understood the youth of America, Trump, in a post on Truth Social, extended condolences, on behalf of himself and First Lady Melania Trump, to Kirk’s wife Erika and his family. After being shot, Kirk was immediately transported to a hospital and underwent surgery, according to the university spokesperson. Trump also announced that American flags at all state institutions will be flown at half-mast in his honour. Who was Charlie Kirk? Kirk was was a prominent right‑wing political activist, author, and one of the popular Trump ally. He was best known as the founder of Turning Point USA, a nonprofit that seeks to spread conservative ideas to students on US campuses. He was also a podcast host with millions of followers. He has 5.2 million followers on X and 7.3 million followers on TikTok. A graphical video of his shooting is doing the rounds on social media. In the video, Kirk is seen seated on the stage as a bullet hits his neck and blood pours out. Who shot him? A suspect was taken into custody but has now been released, after the police said that he was not the actual shooter. The suspect was identified as Michael Mallinson. However, as the news of Kirk's death was shared by Trump, Utah Valley University clarified that there is no one in custody. In statements on social media, the university said the classes are suspended until further notice and urged students to leave the campus immediately. Utah Valley University spokesperson Scott Trotter said in a statement that a single shot had rung out in the quad near the food court on the Utah Valley University Orem Campus Kirk was beginning to speak at his planned rally.

US President Trump announced Charlie Kirk's death after he was shot during an event at Utah Valley University. Trump praised Kirk as a legendary voice of America’s youth. A video shows Kirk being shot on stage.&nbsp;

'No one understood America better': Trump ally Charlie Kirk dies after being shot at Utah University event

A day after Israel attacked Doha, Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, slammed Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and warned that ‘there will be a collective response from regional allies.' He also accused Netanyahu of wasting Qatar's time in mediation efforts and leading the West Asian region into “chaos”. He confirmed Qatari officers were critically injured in Israel’s attack on Doha and warned that the entire Gulf region is now at risk. He also revealed that Qatar is reassessing its role as a mediator. Calling Israel's action a ‘state terror’, Al-Thani said that Netanyahu should be brought to justice, highlighting that he is wanted at the International Criminal Court.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-official-says-america-was-informed-about-doha-attack-but-netanyahu-takes-sole-responsibility-did-us-betray-its-ally-qatar-for-israel-1757435404405">White House official contradicts Netanyahu's version - What's happening</a>&nbsp;In an interview with CNN, Qatari PM Al-Thani said, "Israeli attack is state terror. I have no words to express how enraged we are at such an action … this is state terror. We are betrayed. About Netanyahu, he said, "He needs to be brought to justice. He’s the one who’s wanted at the (International Criminal Court). He’s breaking every law – he broke every international law." He also added, “There is a response that will happen from the region. This response is currently under consultation and discussion with other partners in the region.”<h2>Israel strikes Doha</h2>Israel on Tuesday (Sep 9) launched an airstrike in Qatar's Doha, claiming that it was against "the top leadership of the Hamas terrorist organisation. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said that the strike against senior Hamas leaders in Doha was a ‘fully independent Israeli operation.’ The statement stated that the operation was carried out “solely by Israel”, without external coordination or foreign involvement. “Today's action against the top terrorist chieftains of Hamas was a wholly independent Israeli operation. Israel initiated it, Israel conducted it, and Israel takes full responsibility,” the statement read. However, issuing a statement, Trump's press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, confirmed that the US administration was informed about the airstrike, adding that Trump's Middle East envoy was asked to inform the Qataris, “which he did.” She added that Trump "feels very badly" about the location of the attack, terming Qatar a 'close ally.'&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/qatar-denies-trump-s-informed-qataris-about-israel-doha-attack-claim-1757443136413">Qatar denies White House's 'informed Qataris about Doha attack' claim: Did Trump betray close US ally for Israel?</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Qatar's government denied the claims. Issuing a statement on X, Qatar PM's advisor said that the reports of information given to Qatar ahead of IDF's attack in Doha are ‘baseless.’ Qatar condemned the attack, calling it a ‘cowardly attack’ and announced that it is ending its role as negotiator. &nbsp;Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani said that mediation efforts are part of the Qatari identity and nothing would deter its role in that regard.

After Israel's airstrike in Doha targeting Hamas leaders, Qatar's PM slammed Netanyahu for "state terror" and warned of a regional response. He confirmed Qatari officers were injured and said Qatar is reassessing its mediator role. 

A day after Israel attacked Doha, Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, slammed Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and warned that ‘there will be a collective response from regional allies.' He also accused Netanyahu of wasting Qatar's time in mediation efforts and leading the West Asian region into “chaos”. He confirmed Qatari officers were critically injured in Israel’s attack on Doha and warned that the entire Gulf region is now at risk. He also revealed that Qatar is reassessing its role as a mediator. Calling Israel's action a ‘state terror’, Al-Thani said that Netanyahu should be brought to justice, highlighting that he is wanted at the International Criminal Court. Read More | White House official contradicts Netanyahu's version - What's happening In an interview with CNN, Qatari PM Al-Thani said, "Israeli attack is state terror. I have no words to express how enraged we are at such an action … this is state terror. We are betrayed. About Netanyahu, he said, "He needs to be brought to justice. He’s the one who’s wanted at the (International Criminal Court). He’s breaking every law – he broke every international law." He also added, “There is a response that will happen from the region. This response is currently under consultation and discussion with other partners in the region.” Israel strikes Doha Israel on Tuesday (Sep 9) launched an airstrike in Qatar's Doha, claiming that it was against "the top leadership of the Hamas terrorist organisation. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said that the strike against senior Hamas leaders in Doha was a ‘fully independent Israeli operation.’ The statement stated that the operation was carried out “solely by Israel”, without external coordination or foreign involvement. “Today's action against the top terrorist chieftains of Hamas was a wholly independent Israeli operation. Israel initiated it, Israel conducted it, and Israel takes full responsibility,” the statement read. However, issuing a statement, Trump's press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, confirmed that the US administration was informed about the airstrike, adding that Trump's Middle East envoy was asked to inform the Qataris, “which he did.” She added that Trump "feels very badly" about the location of the attack, terming Qatar a 'close ally.' Read More | Qatar denies White House's 'informed Qataris about Doha attack' claim: Did Trump betray close US ally for Israel? Meanwhile, Qatar's government denied the claims. Issuing a statement on X, Qatar PM's advisor said that the reports of information given to Qatar ahead of IDF's attack in Doha are ‘baseless.’ Qatar condemned the attack, calling it a ‘cowardly attack’ and announced that it is ending its role as negotiator. Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani said that mediation efforts are part of the Qatari identity and nothing would deter its role in that regard.

After Israel's airstrike in Doha targeting Hamas leaders, Qatar's PM slammed Netanyahu for "state terror" and warned of a regional response. He confirmed Qatari officers were injured and said Qatar is reassessing its mediator role.&nbsp;

'We are betrayed': Qatar PM warns 'collective response' against Israel for Doha attack - Another war in the region?

US conservative activist and a prominent Trump ally, Charlie Kirk, was shot at during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. Multiple media reports quoted police officials who confirmed the incident. He has been hospitalised, and the extent of his injuries is unknown. US President Donald Trump reacted to the incident and said that all must pray for Kirk, caling him a ‘great guy.’&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250911/image-1757534116050.png"></figure>&nbsp;Kirk is best known as the founder of Turning Point USA, a nonprofit that seeks to spread conservative ideas to students on US campuses. He is also a podcast host with millions of followers. He has 5.2 million followers on X and 7.3 million followers on TikTok. A graphical video of the incident is doing the rounds on social media. In the video, Kirk is seen seated on the stage as a bullet hits his neck and blood pours out. The authenticity of the video is unknown.&nbsp;US Vice President JD Vance reacted to the incident and said, "Say a prayer for Charlie Kirk, a genuinely good guy and a young father." FBI boss Kash Patel said that an investigation is underway and “agents will be on the scene quickly.” California Governor Gavin Newsom said that the attack on Charlie Kirk is “disgusting, vile, and reprehensible.” He also added, “In the United States of America, we must reject political violence in EVERY form.” Former VP Kamala Harris also reacted to the incident, saying she is “deeply disturbed.” She added, “Let me be clear: Political violence has no place in America. I condemn this act, and we all must work together to ensure this does not lead to more violence.”<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250911/image-1757531247192.png"></figure>

A shooting incident happened at Utah Valley University in Orem, in which a bullet hit US President Donald Trump's ally, Charlie Kirk. He has been hospitalised, as per reports. US Vice President JD Vance has reacted to the incident

US conservative activist and a prominent Trump ally, Charlie Kirk, was shot at during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. Multiple media reports quoted police officials who confirmed the incident. He has been hospitalised, and the extent of his injuries is unknown. US President Donald Trump reacted to the incident and said that all must pray for Kirk, caling him a ‘great guy.’ Kirk is best known as the founder of Turning Point USA, a nonprofit that seeks to spread conservative ideas to students on US campuses. He is also a podcast host with millions of followers. He has 5.2 million followers on X and 7.3 million followers on TikTok. A graphical video of the incident is doing the rounds on social media. In the video, Kirk is seen seated on the stage as a bullet hits his neck and blood pours out. The authenticity of the video is unknown. US Vice President JD Vance reacted to the incident and said, "Say a prayer for Charlie Kirk, a genuinely good guy and a young father." FBI boss Kash Patel said that an investigation is underway and “agents will be on the scene quickly.” California Governor Gavin Newsom said that the attack on Charlie Kirk is “disgusting, vile, and reprehensible.” He also added, “In the United States of America, we must reject political violence in EVERY form.” Former VP Kamala Harris also reacted to the incident, saying she is “deeply disturbed.” She added, “Let me be clear: Political violence has no place in America. I condemn this act, and we all must work together to ensure this does not lead to more violence.”

A shooting incident happened at Utah Valley University in Orem, in which a bullet hit US President Donald Trump's ally, Charlie Kirk. He has been hospitalised, as per reports. US Vice President JD Vance has reacted to the incident

Trump ally Charlie Kirk shot at Utah college event; US president reacts, 'We must all pray...'

The Global Peace Index (GPI) 2025 has named the world’s safest countries. According to the report, nations with strong governance, low corruption and effective use of resources are considered as most peaceful countries. Let's have a look at top six safest countries in world in 2025.

From Switzerland to Singapore, 6 safest countries in the world (2025)

Cubans were in despair Wednesday after their cash-strapped communist country plunged into its fifth nationwide power blackout in a year."A total disconnection of the SEN electricity system has occurred, which may be associated with an unexpected shutdown" of the Antonio Guiteras thermoelectric power plant, the energy ministry said on its X account.It added that it was investigating the outage, which happened at around 9:15 am (1315GMT).Cuba is already in the throes of its worst economic crisis in three decades.In recent years it has been plagued by hours-long daily blackouts, recurring electricity system breakdowns and an acute shortage of fuel to keep producing power.The recent installation of 30 solar parks, with Chinese funding and expertise, has not yet alleviated the situation."Yet again, we're going backward. Yet again, a lost day! Anguish and sadness, and for some, despair," said Alina Gutierrez, a 62-year-old housewife, who learned of the new outage while shopping at a fruit and vegetable market in central Havana.She rushed home to stockpile water -- electricity is used to pump water into apartments in Havana -- while "waiting to see how long this will last."The Antonio Guiteras plant is the biggest of the communist-run island's eight decrepit oil-fired power plants, some of which are more than 40 years old.On Sunday, five of the nation's 15 provinces were left in the dark for several hours due to a a breakdown in the grid.In October 2024, the island was plunged into darkness for several days following a shutdown of the Antonio Guiteras plant. The hurricane season also knocked out power toThe blackouts have led to rare anti-government protests.Cuba has attempted to plug the hole in its generating capacity with floating electric plants rented from a Turkish company.It also uses generators fueled by crude oil, while struggling to find enough petrol for the island's cars, tractors and ambulances.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

On Sunday, five of the nation's 15 provinces were left in the dark for several hours due to a a breakdown in the grid.

Cubans were in despair Wednesday after their cash-strapped communist country plunged into its fifth nationwide power blackout in a year. "A total disconnection of the SEN electricity system has occurred, which may be associated with an unexpected shutdown" of the Antonio Guiteras thermoelectric power plant, the energy ministry said on its X account. It added that it was investigating the outage, which happened at around 9:15 am (1315GMT). Cuba is already in the throes of its worst economic crisis in three decades. In recent years it has been plagued by hours-long daily blackouts, recurring electricity system breakdowns and an acute shortage of fuel to keep producing power. The recent installation of 30 solar parks, with Chinese funding and expertise, has not yet alleviated the situation. "Yet again, we're going backward. Yet again, a lost day! Anguish and sadness, and for some, despair," said Alina Gutierrez, a 62-year-old housewife, who learned of the new outage while shopping at a fruit and vegetable market in central Havana. She rushed home to stockpile water -- electricity is used to pump water into apartments in Havana -- while "waiting to see how long this will last." The Antonio Guiteras plant is the biggest of the communist-run island's eight decrepit oil-fired power plants, some of which are more than 40 years old. On Sunday, five of the nation's 15 provinces were left in the dark for several hours due to a a breakdown in the grid. In October 2024, the island was plunged into darkness for several days following a shutdown of the Antonio Guiteras plant. The hurricane season also knocked out power to The blackouts have led to rare anti-government protests. Cuba has attempted to plug the hole in its generating capacity with floating electric plants rented from a Turkish company. It also uses generators fueled by crude oil, while struggling to find enough petrol for the island's cars, tractors and ambulances. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

On Sunday, five of the nation's 15 provinces were left in the dark for several hours due to a a breakdown in the grid.

Cuba in ‘despair’ after nationwide power blackout strikes country fifth time in a year

President Donald Trump has hinted that another US city is soon going to face a National Guard deployment amid his crackdown against crime and immigration. He made the remarks during his unplanned visit to a restaurant in Washington as he argued that his federal takeover policy was working. He was joined by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as he dined at Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak &amp; Stone Crab on Tuesday (Sep 9).Speaking to the reporters outside the restaurant, Trump said that his administration’s crackdown against crime in DC was instrumental in his decision to dine out. He further suggested that he would soon announce a similar operation in another city.“We’ll be announcing another city that we’re going to very shortly — we’re working it out,” Trump said. “The governor of a certain state would love us to be there, and the mayor of a certain city in that same state would love us to be there. We’ll announce it probably tomorrow, and it’s going to be something where we’ll do like we did here.”Trump has repeatedly said that he would send federal troops to Democratic-controlled cities like Chicago and Baltimore.Hailing his decisions, the US president said, “I wouldn’t have done this three months ago, four months ago, I certainly wouldn’t have done it a year ago.” He added, “This was one of the most unsafe cities in the country. Now it’s as safe as there is in the country, so we’re here with Cabinet members having dinner, and everybody should go out.”“We have a safe city, so that’s good. Enjoy yourself. You won’t be mugged going home,” Trump said to the other people at the diner.However, Trump was approached by protesters chanting “Free DC” and “Free Palestine.” In a video, the protesters can also be heard chanting “Trump is the Hitler of our time” as he makes his way through the dining hall.A month earlier, the Trump administration deployed thousands of federal law enforcement and troops across the capital, citing high crime rates. Hundreds of people have been detained for being in the US illegally. However, according to CNN, this has led to a decline in the number of tourists in the city, resulting in losses for some restaurants.

Trump has repeatedly said that he would send federal troops to Democratic-controlled cities like Chicago and Baltimore.

President Donald Trump has hinted that another US city is soon going to face a National Guard deployment amid his crackdown against crime and immigration. He made the remarks during his unplanned visit to a restaurant in Washington as he argued that his federal takeover policy was working. He was joined by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as he dined at Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab on Tuesday (Sep 9). Speaking to the reporters outside the restaurant, Trump said that his administration’s crackdown against crime in DC was instrumental in his decision to dine out. He further suggested that he would soon announce a similar operation in another city. “We’ll be announcing another city that we’re going to very shortly — we’re working it out,” Trump said. “The governor of a certain state would love us to be there, and the mayor of a certain city in that same state would love us to be there. We’ll announce it probably tomorrow, and it’s going to be something where we’ll do like we did here.” Trump has repeatedly said that he would send federal troops to Democratic-controlled cities like Chicago and Baltimore. Hailing his decisions, the US president said, “I wouldn’t have done this three months ago, four months ago, I certainly wouldn’t have done it a year ago.” He added, “This was one of the most unsafe cities in the country. Now it’s as safe as there is in the country, so we’re here with Cabinet members having dinner, and everybody should go out.” “We have a safe city, so that’s good. Enjoy yourself. You won’t be mugged going home,” Trump said to the other people at the diner. However, Trump was approached by protesters chanting “Free DC” and “Free Palestine.” In a video, the protesters can also be heard chanting “Trump is the Hitler of our time” as he makes his way through the dining hall. A month earlier, the Trump administration deployed thousands of federal law enforcement and troops across the capital, citing high crime rates. Hundreds of people have been detained for being in the US illegally. However, according to CNN, this has led to a decline in the number of tourists in the city, resulting in losses for some restaurants.

Trump has repeatedly said that he would send federal troops to Democratic-controlled cities like Chicago and Baltimore.

Another city to witness federal crackdown? Trump says ‘governor of a certain state would love’ them there

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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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><h3>Who Is Larry Ellison?</h3>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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.<h3>Oracle’s Cloud Surge</h3>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.&nbsp;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.

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.

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

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Sep 10) demanded the death penalty for the suspect in the killing of a Ukrainian refugee on a North Carolina commuter train last month. The 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska’s murder has become a flashpoint over violent crimes and transit safety in cities like Charlotte. The accused, 34-year-old Decarlos Brown Jr., was arrested and is facing federal charges. He had been roaming free despite 14 prior criminal arrests.In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump called the attacker an “animal” who “so violently killed the beautiful young lady from Ukraine.”“The ANIMAL who so violently killed the beautiful young lady from Ukraine, who came to America searching for peace and safety, should be given a ‘Quick’ (there is no doubt!) Trial, and only awarded THE DEATH PENALTY. There can be no other option!!!” he wrote.After a CCTV footage of the incident came to light, Trump earlier questioned why the “well-known career criminal” was released on cashless bail despite his previous 14 arrests.“The perpetrator was a well-known career criminal, who had been previously arrested and released on CASHLESS BAIL in January, a total of 14 TIMES,” he wrote. “What the hell was he doing riding the train, and walking the streets? Criminals like this need to be LOCKED UP.”Zarutska had come to the United States after fleeing the war in Ukraine and was working in Charlotte. According to the video released by the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS), she boarded a Lynx Blue Line train shortly before 10 pm in her pizzeria uniform while on her phone. Brown, who was seated behind him, stabbed her three times, including once in the neck. Zarutska died at the scene.Zarutska’s killing has fueled the ongoing debate on crime in the United States, as Trump pushes for stricter rules as part of his crackdown against crime and illegal immigrants in the country.

According to the video released by the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS), she boarded a Lynx Blue Line train shortly before 10 pm in her pizzeria uniform while on her phone.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Sep 10) demanded the death penalty for the suspect in the killing of a Ukrainian refugee on a North Carolina commuter train last month. The 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska’s murder has become a flashpoint over violent crimes and transit safety in cities like Charlotte. The accused, 34-year-old Decarlos Brown Jr., was arrested and is facing federal charges. He had been roaming free despite 14 prior criminal arrests. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump called the attacker an “animal” who “so violently killed the beautiful young lady from Ukraine.” “The ANIMAL who so violently killed the beautiful young lady from Ukraine, who came to America searching for peace and safety, should be given a ‘Quick’ (there is no doubt!) Trial, and only awarded THE DEATH PENALTY. There can be no other option!!!” he wrote. After a CCTV footage of the incident came to light, Trump earlier questioned why the “well-known career criminal” was released on cashless bail despite his previous 14 arrests. “The perpetrator was a well-known career criminal, who had been previously arrested and released on CASHLESS BAIL in January, a total of 14 TIMES,” he wrote. “What the hell was he doing riding the train, and walking the streets? Criminals like this need to be LOCKED UP.” Zarutska had come to the United States after fleeing the war in Ukraine and was working in Charlotte. According to the video released by the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS), she boarded a Lynx Blue Line train shortly before 10 pm in her pizzeria uniform while on her phone. Brown, who was seated behind him, stabbed her three times, including once in the neck. Zarutska died at the scene. Zarutska’s killing has fueled the ongoing debate on crime in the United States, as Trump pushes for stricter rules as part of his crackdown against crime and illegal immigrants in the country.

According to the video released by the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS), she boarded a Lynx Blue Line train shortly before 10 pm in her pizzeria uniform while on her phone.

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Now ousted Nepal PM KP Oli has issued his first response on Wed (Sep 10) after fleeing his country amid violent protests. He revealed that he is currently at the Shivapuri barracks of the Nepal Army. Without responding to the violence that has engulfed his country or the social media ban that triggered the protests, Oli went on an anti-India rant and said that he lost power because he 'opposed the birth of Lord Ram in Ayodhya." He also said that he would have remained in power had he not raised the issue of - Lipulekh, Kalapani, and Limpiyadhura - that Nepal claims to be a disputed territory with India. While multiple reports on Tuesday claimed that he had fled the country, he is now saying that he is in Shivapuri which is in the north of Kathmandu.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-s-bangladesh-sri-lanka-deja-vu-three-neighbours-three-fallen-govts-how-political-turmoil-engulfed-india-s-neighborhood-1757449181889">Nepal’s 'Bangladesh-Sri Lanka' deja vu: Three neighbours, three fallen govts — How political turmoil engulfed India’s neighbourhood</a> “By nature, I am a little stubborn. Without that stubbornness, perhaps I would have given up long ago, amid all these challenges. It was with that same insistence that I demanded social media companies operating here follow our rules and register locally. I insisted that Lipulekh, Kalapani, and Limpiyadhura belong to Nepal. I maintained that Lord Shri Ram was born in Nepal, not India, as the scriptures say. Had I compromised on these stands, I could have chosen many easier paths and reaped many benefits. If the map of Nepal, including Limpiyadhura, had not been sent to the United Nations, or if I had let others decide for me, my life could have been very different. But instead, I gave everything I owned to the state. For me, position and prestige were never what mattered,” he said in his letter.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-protest-kp-oli-s-india-visit-in-third-term-that-never-happened-1757418162033">Nepal protest: Oli's India visit in third term — that never happened</a><h3>Nepal Protest</h3>Nepal is witnessing a youth-led protest over digital censorship that soon spiralled into a full-blown political crisis. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli stepped down. Several ministers were assaulted, chased and their homes were set afire by angry protesters. Rajyalaxmi Chitrakar, wife of former PM Jhalanath Khanal, died after her home was torched. Protesters also stormed and set fire to key government buildings, including Parliament, the PM’s residence, and the President’s house.&nbsp;&nbsp;While the trigger was a sweeping government move on September 4, when 26 social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Whatsapp and X were blocked, protesters, mostly youngsters, also came to the streets over rising corruption, a lack of accountability and inequality from the top echelons of the nation. Termed by many as the ‘Gen Z Protest’ or even the ‘Gen Z Revolution’, Nepal on Tuesday witnessed widespread unrest marked by vandalism, violent clashes, and assaults on public officials. At least 19 people were killed in a deadly clash between protesters and security forces in Nepal as protests intensified. Moreover, Nepali police said that more than 13,500 prisoners broke out of jails across the country during anti-government protests.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/nepal-unrest-anti-goverment-protests-escalate-in-nepal-at-least-22-dead-many-injured-1757499645731/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/nepal-unrest-anti-goverment-protests-escalate-in-nepal-at-least-22-dead-many-injured-1757499645731/embed</a>&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-teachers-agitation-to-pro-monarchy-march-what-led-to-deadly-nepal-protest-and-real-reason-for-genz-s-frustration-1757408771677/amp">From teachers agitation to pro-monarchy march: What led to deadly Nepal protest and REAL reason for GenZ's frustration</a>

Deposed Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli accused India of engineering his ouster for challenging it on sensitive issues like the Lipulekh border dispute and Lord Ram’s birthplace. In a letter, Oli claimed he lost power for opposing Ayodhya’s claim as Ram’s birthplace, reigniting India-Nepal tensions.

Now ousted Nepal PM KP Oli has issued his first response on Wed (Sep 10) after fleeing his country amid violent protests. He revealed that he is currently at the Shivapuri barracks of the Nepal Army. Without responding to the violence that has engulfed his country or the social media ban that triggered the protests, Oli went on an anti-India rant and said that he lost power because he 'opposed the birth of Lord Ram in Ayodhya." He also said that he would have remained in power had he not raised the issue of - Lipulekh, Kalapani, and Limpiyadhura - that Nepal claims to be a disputed territory with India. While multiple reports on Tuesday claimed that he had fled the country, he is now saying that he is in Shivapuri which is in the north of Kathmandu. Read More | Nepal’s 'Bangladesh-Sri Lanka' deja vu: Three neighbours, three fallen govts — How political turmoil engulfed India’s neighbourhood “By nature, I am a little stubborn. Without that stubbornness, perhaps I would have given up long ago, amid all these challenges. It was with that same insistence that I demanded social media companies operating here follow our rules and register locally. I insisted that Lipulekh, Kalapani, and Limpiyadhura belong to Nepal. I maintained that Lord Shri Ram was born in Nepal, not India, as the scriptures say. Had I compromised on these stands, I could have chosen many easier paths and reaped many benefits. If the map of Nepal, including Limpiyadhura, had not been sent to the United Nations, or if I had let others decide for me, my life could have been very different. But instead, I gave everything I owned to the state. For me, position and prestige were never what mattered,” he said in his letter. Read More | Nepal protest: Oli's India visit in third term — that never happened Nepal Protest Nepal is witnessing a youth-led protest over digital censorship that soon spiralled into a full-blown political crisis. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli stepped down. Several ministers were assaulted, chased and their homes were set afire by angry protesters. Rajyalaxmi Chitrakar, wife of former PM Jhalanath Khanal, died after her home was torched. Protesters also stormed and set fire to key government buildings, including Parliament, the PM’s residence, and the President’s house. While the trigger was a sweeping government move on September 4, when 26 social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Whatsapp and X were blocked, protesters, mostly youngsters, also came to the streets over rising corruption, a lack of accountability and inequality from the top echelons of the nation. Termed by many as the ‘Gen Z Protest’ or even the ‘Gen Z Revolution’, Nepal on Tuesday witnessed widespread unrest marked by vandalism, violent clashes, and assaults on public officials. At least 19 people were killed in a deadly clash between protesters and security forces in Nepal as protests intensified. Moreover, Nepali police said that more than 13,500 prisoners broke out of jails across the country during anti-government protests. https://www.wionews.com/videos/nepal-unrest-anti-goverment-protests-escalate-in-nepal-at-least-22-dead-many-injured-1757499645731/embed Read More | From teachers agitation to pro-monarchy march: What led to deadly Nepal protest and REAL reason for GenZ's frustration

Deposed Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli accused India of engineering his ouster for challenging it on sensitive issues like the Lipulekh border dispute and Lord Ram’s birthplace. In a letter, Oli claimed he lost power for opposing Ayodhya’s claim as Ram’s birthplace, reigniting India-Nepal tensions.

'Lord Ram's birthplace, Limpiyadhura map': Oli issues first response after ouster amid Nepal protests, continues 'anti-India stance'

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.&nbsp;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">'No way, not going to happen': Acting NASA chief Duffy says China will not beat US to the Moon</a>&nbsp;“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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.”&nbsp;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.”&nbsp;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.

'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.

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

Acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy made a fierce statement about the space agency's quest to return humans to the Moon during a press conference on Wednesday. He dismissed China's efforts to send humans to the Moon, strongly asserting that the United States will be the first country to race to the pole, leaving behind everyone else striving to do the same. Duffy said that the US will return to the Moon before China. "No way, not going to happen," Duffy said, referring to China and its program to put a man on the Moon before the US, over 50 years after the Apollo program ended. NASA had called the conference to inform the world about the discovery of the strongest signs of life on Mars in the past. The finding was published in the journal Nature. NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover collected a sample from an ancient dry riverbed in Jezero Crater, which it said likely preserves evidence of ancient microbial life. Called “Sapphire Canyon,” this sample was taken from a rock named “Cheyava Falls” in 2024. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/has-nasa-found-life-on-mars-social-media-abuzz-with-speculation-over-sapphire-canyon-and-upcoming-announcement-1757487969809">Has NASA found life on Mars? Social media abuzz with speculation over 'Sapphire Canyon' and upcoming announcement</a>&nbsp;<h2>China successfully tested its lunar lander "Lanyue" this year</h2>Notably, China is racing ahead with its mission to send humans to the Moon. It is targeting a timeline before 2030 to land astronauts on the Moon. It also plans to build a research station and even a nuclear station on the lunar body. China seems to be winning the space race, as in August 2025, it successfully completed comprehensive landing and takeoff tests of its new manned lunar lander, named "Lanyue." But, Duffy reiterated NASA's commitment to win this space race and asserted that the US will get there before China. "We need to keep pushing and win this space race," Duffy said. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/600km-solid-core-inside-mars-stuns-scientists-only-the-third-after-earth-and-moon-1757337941390">600km solid core inside Mars stuns scientists - Only the third after Earth and Moon</a>&nbsp;Duffy also used the occasion to stress that NASA and President Donald Trump are committed to exploring space and sending humans to the Moon and Mars. He also dismissed any concerns about the budget allocated to NASA to carry out its missions, stating that what they have is enough. "We need science for the Moon and Mars. We can accomplish our mission with the given budget. The president loves space. He asked me about it," Duffy said. Trump had announced considerable budget cuts for NASA, raising a question mark on the future of the Artemis missions, aimed at sending humans to the moon once again.&nbsp;While Duffy tried to claim a major win for Trump at the press conference, reporters continued to stump him by asking about what NASA is doing to bring back samples from Mars. This particular mission has been in jeopardy for a long time, as the initial plans had to be scrapped because of the rising costs. "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." &nbsp;

Acting NASA administrator Sean Duffy has asserted that China will not beat the US in the race to the Moon. He said at a press conference that they will win the space race and that the budget allocated to them is enough.

Acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy made a fierce statement about the space agency's quest to return humans to the Moon during a press conference on Wednesday. He dismissed China's efforts to send humans to the Moon, strongly asserting that the United States will be the first country to race to the pole, leaving behind everyone else striving to do the same. Duffy said that the US will return to the Moon before China. "No way, not going to happen," Duffy said, referring to China and its program to put a man on the Moon before the US, over 50 years after the Apollo program ended. NASA had called the conference to inform the world about the discovery of the strongest signs of life on Mars in the past. The finding was published in the journal Nature. NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover collected a sample from an ancient dry riverbed in Jezero Crater, which it said likely preserves evidence of ancient microbial life. Called “Sapphire Canyon,” this sample was taken from a rock named “Cheyava Falls” in 2024. Also Read: Has NASA found life on Mars? Social media abuzz with speculation over 'Sapphire Canyon' and upcoming announcement China successfully tested its lunar lander "Lanyue" this year Notably, China is racing ahead with its mission to send humans to the Moon. It is targeting a timeline before 2030 to land astronauts on the Moon. It also plans to build a research station and even a nuclear station on the lunar body. China seems to be winning the space race, as in August 2025, it successfully completed comprehensive landing and takeoff tests of its new manned lunar lander, named "Lanyue." But, Duffy reiterated NASA's commitment to win this space race and asserted that the US will get there before China. "We need to keep pushing and win this space race," Duffy said. Also Read: 600km solid core inside Mars stuns scientists - Only the third after Earth and Moon Duffy also used the occasion to stress that NASA and President Donald Trump are committed to exploring space and sending humans to the Moon and Mars. He also dismissed any concerns about the budget allocated to NASA to carry out its missions, stating that what they have is enough. "We need science for the Moon and Mars. We can accomplish our mission with the given budget. The president loves space. He asked me about it," Duffy said. Trump had announced considerable budget cuts for NASA, raising a question mark on the future of the Artemis missions, aimed at sending humans to the moon once again. While Duffy tried to claim a major win for Trump at the press conference, reporters continued to stump him by asking about what NASA is doing to bring back samples from Mars. This particular mission has been in jeopardy for a long time, as the initial plans had to be scrapped because of the rising costs. "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."

Acting NASA administrator Sean Duffy has asserted that China will not beat the US in the race to the Moon. He said at a press conference that they will win the space race and that the budget allocated to them is enough.

'No way, not going to happen': Acting NASA chief Duffy says China will not beat US to the Moon

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