🕊️ Abbas hits UNGA on settlements and US visa issue 🇵🇸

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas addressed the 81st UN General Assembly virtually on September 24, 2026. He spoke from Ramallah after the United States denied him a visa to attend the event in New York City. Abbas warned that Israeli settlement expansion threatens the very existence of Palestinians on their land. He heavily criticized the US for the visa ban and called for renewed dialogue and support for a two-state solution. Furthermore, he announced Palestinians are heading toward legislative elections on November 28.

🤖 India's AI combat drone hits 100-hour flight test mark

India's AI warfare company, Flying Wedge Defence & Aerospace (FWDA), has successfully completed 100 cumulative hours of flight testing for its Kaal Bhairava Lite. This indigenous, AI-powered UAV was tested in challenging Bay of Bengal conditions and in J&K. The platform features an 80% indigenisation rate and has a 1,200-km class design with 8-10 hours of endurance. This development is happening as the Indian Navy looks for long-range loitering munitions. FWDA has already secured a $25 million export order from a South Asian nation. 🚀

🏛️ Dozens ditch Netanyahu's UNGA speech 🚶

Dozens of delegates walked out during Benjamin Netanyahu's speech at the 81st UNGA in New York City. The walkout was reportedly encouraged by the Palestinian Mission to the UN. Some listed nations whose seats were empty included Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Bangladesh on September 24. Netanyahu called the departing delegates "phony human rights protesters" during his address. He also strongly criticized NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani for his activism.

⚛️ Helimagnet's Domain Wall Moves & Switches

Researchers investigated current- and field-driven domain wall dynamics within a planar helimagnet structure. This study focused on how chirality switching occurs in this specific magnetic material setup. The investigation utilized advanced physics principles to map out these dynamic behaviors. This research provides key insights into manipulating magnetic textures in next-gen devices. Future work will explore applying these findings for novel memory applications. ⚛️

🔬 Ising and XX models entanglement secrets revealed

Researchers investigated the finite-size scaling of entanglement entropy within the one-dimensional transverse field Ising model and the XX model. This study was conducted by various scientific teams across different institutions. Key findings were presented regarding the scaling behaviors observed in the systems. The research adds significant depth to our understanding of quantum many-body physics principles. Future work will likely explore these concepts in more complex quantum systems. 🔬

💰 $5.99 thrift find turns into $35k watch score

An Arizona man snagged a rare 1950s LeCoultre Deep Sea Alarm for just $5.99 at a Phoenix Goodwill store. Zach Norris, in Phoenix, found the vintage watch hidden in a basket of used items. This specific model, reference 857, was produced in fewer than 1,000 units for the US market around 1959. After experts confirmed its authenticity, a collector offered him over $35,000. Norris used the windfall to help fund his upcoming wedding, while also giving some profit back to Goodwill. 🤩

😟 Odisha's revenue worries over new mining act

Odisha legislators raised concerns about potential revenue loss following the implementation of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026. Steel and Mines Minister Bibhuti Bhusan Jena stated that the state has not yet quantified the impact of Section 9D on Odisha’s revenue. This assessment is pending until the Central government finalizes the required rules and regulations. Opposition parties allege the state could lose over ₹1 lakh crore in arrears and ₹12,000 crore annually. The BJD has called for protests on September 28 and 29 to demand the Act's repeal. 😟

⚖️ Cal HC criticizes EC over symbol row drama

The Calcutta High Court pulled up the Election Commission regarding the allotment of the 'envelope' symbol. This dispute involved the Indian Secular Front and Democratic Trinamool Congress in Kolkata. The issue arose during the Oct 6 bypoll, contrasting with the 2026 assembly election usage. The court criticized the EC for creating trouble and burdening the judiciary with legal fights. The matter is scheduled to be heard again on Friday. ⚖️

😥 Activist fears 'encounter' over Ladakh allegations

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk voiced fear of an 'encounter' after criticizing alleged atrocities in Ladakh. He made these statements while addressing a gathering on the first anniversary of police firing in Leh, drawing comparisons to Tibet. The incident involved police firing on four protesters on September 24, 2025, amidst protests over unfulfilled promises of statehood. Wangchuk demanded a people's tribunal, asserting the killings were from automatic weapons and not pellets. He expressed readiness for further action, urging the country to wake up to the situation. 😥

📱 Pixel 11 Pro Fold: Your New Content Studio

The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is transforming into a powerful content creation tool. This device is being utilized by creators across various platforms for their innovative workflows. Reports indicate it supports advanced multi-tasking capabilities and high-resolution capture features. This functionality allows users to edit and produce content directly on the device without external setups. Expect more creators to adopt this versatile phone for their digital media needs. 📱

🧩 NYT Strands answers for Sept. 25 revealed

The answers and hints for the NYT Strands puzzle for September 25 are now available. The theme for this particular puzzle was '1 x 1, etc.', and players needed to remember basic math concepts. The spangram for this date is SQUARENUMBER, which spans across the board. Non-spangram answers included words like POOL, FORT, and SANDBOX. Completing all the words uses every letter on the game board.