🪐 Mercury is shrinking super fast, new study shows

Mercury is rapidly shrinking, a phenomenon scientists are now better able to track. This change was observed by missions like Mariner 10 and Messenger around the planet. A 2013 estimate suggested an 11 km shrinkage, but a new study now indicates the size reduction is closer to 23 km. This shrinkage is believed to be caused by the planet's cooling core and crust buckling. Studying Mercury is key because scientists suspect Mars and our Moon might also be shrinking. 🧐

🚀 NASA chief celebrates shuttle's 50th anniversary

NASA Associate Administrator and Chief Engineer Amit Kshatriya attended a panel discussion at the Intrepid Museum. The event commemorated the 50th anniversary of NASA's prototype space shuttle, Enterprise. This significant milestone marks half a century since the public debut of the spacecraft. The discussion highlighted the evolution of space exploration technology over the decades. Future plans for space missions were also touched upon during the gathering.

🤔 Tata Trusts challenges Chandrasekaran's reappointment

Tata Trusts has challenged the September 17 resolution to reappoint N Chandrasekaran as Tata Sons chairman. The challenge was made by Tata Trusts, which holds about 66 per cent of Tata Sons, against the board's decision. The trusts pointed out that the required mandatory support from its two nominee directors was not secured in the vote. This failure meant the resolution was deemed invalid from the start, according to the Trusts. Tata Sons, however, maintains that its board validly approved the reappointment despite the dispute. 🧐

🔬 Pig kidney keeps man off dialysis for nine months

A genetically engineered pig kidney successfully kept a 66-year-old man, Tim Andrews, off dialysis for a record 271 days. The US resident received the modified pig kidney on Jan 25, 2025, and lived with it for nine months. His case was announced in a Lancet paper this September, detailing his first transplant after a pig organ. This shows xenotransplantation is bridging the organ gap until human donors are available. Doctors noted his immune system wasn't sensitized to attack his eventual human donor kidney. 😮

⛽ Fuel prices unchanged across major Indian cities today

Petrol and diesel prices remained stable across major Indian cities on Monday, September 21, following the daily 6:00 AM revision by state-run OMCs. In Mumbai, the petrol price was ₹111.21 per litre, while New Delhi recorded ₹102.12 for petrol. This stability comes amid dealer protests against a new flat ₹5 UPI transaction fee for purchases over ₹2,000. Meanwhile, global oil prices stayed above $100 due to escalating tensions between Iran and the United States. The current geopolitical situation is causing concerns about global inventory depletion within 5 to 10 weeks. ⛽

💻 Facebook and Instagram back online in US

Meta's platforms, Facebook and Instagram, experienced a brief service disruption in the United States. The outage affected users across various regions within the US. Reports indicated the downtime occurred on March 14th. This temporary glitch impacted millions of users relying on these social media services. Meta engineers are currently monitoring the situation to prevent future occurrences.

🎙️ Remembering journalist Payal Mehta's dedication

Journalist Payal Mehta recently passed away after a sudden health decline. She was a dedicated TV reporter who worked extensively in Mumbai and Parliament. She was known for her relentless work ethic, being present from Parliament's opening to its closing. Payal always chased stories without being told, showcasing deep commitment to journalism. Her legacy is one of unwavering dedication to impactful news coverage. 😥

📈 Gold Prices Steady Amid Global Tensions

Gold prices remained flat as global markets watched unfolding geopolitical events. This stability was observed across major international exchanges. Specific fluctuations were minimal across the reporting period, showing little significant movement on the specified dates. Investors are keeping a close eye on ongoing U.S.-China talks and the evolving situation in Iran. Future price direction hinges heavily on the outcome of these major international negotiations. 📈

🤖 Softbank inks massive bond deal for OpenAI

Softbank Group has launched over $10 billion worth of bonds to fund its significant investment in OpenAI. This major financial move involves Softbank operating in global markets. The bond issuance details point to a commitment around $10 billion, though specific dates are not yet released. This funding bolsters Softbank's strategic stake in the AI powerhouse, OpenAI. The group plans to use these funds to support its long-term AI initiatives. 🤖

⚖️ Tata boardroom fight: Who covers the legal costs?

A legal battle is brewing between Noel Tata and N Chandrasekaran over the Tata Sons boardroom. Mehli Mistry, a TEDT trustee, objected to using trust funds for the legal expenses in this dispute. The conflict stems from Tata Trusts challenging the board's approval of Chandrasekaran's five-year term on September 17. The core issue involves Tata Sons' Articles of Association and the rights of the Trusts, which hold about 66% of Tata Sons. This raises questions about who should bear the substantial litigation costs moving forward. ⚖️

✨ Kareena Kapoor's wealth, movies, and life with Saif Ali Khan

Kareena Kapoor is celebrating her 45th birthday on September 21st, celebrated as a top Bollywood actress. She is known for her versatile performances and has an estimated net worth of about $50 million. Her filmography includes hits like 'Jab We Met' and '3 Idiots', while she shares a luxurious life with Saif Ali Khan. The couple married on October 16, 2012, and have two sons. She continues to be a major figure in the Indian film industry. 🌟