🎾 Sabalenka powers to US Open final against Rybakina

Elena Rybakina defeated Coco Gauff in a crucial match to position Aryna Sabalenka in the US Open final. Sabalenka, who previously lost the 2023 final to Gauff, has regained form after setbacks at other majors. Her victory over Pegula saw her break the Open era record for consecutive Grand Slam hard-court finals since the 2023 Australian Open. The 28-year-old is now set to compete in the championship match on her preferred surface. This run confirms Sabalenka's dominance on hard courts this season. 🎾

🌱 India's feminism is collective, not just one icon

Following the passing of iconic American feminist Gloria Steinem, the focus shifts to localized activism in India. In Maharashtra, women's groups marked 50 years of feminist activism through collective efforts and diverse issues. Major events include the 65-day Dignity March, where survivors walked over 10,000 kilometres across 24 States. Activism has historically focused on issues like land, caste, and violence, as seen in the 70s. These movements showcase resilience through community mobilization rather than relying on a single central figure. ✊

🏏 St Kitts vs Barbados: Cricket Action Update

The cricket match is currently underway between St Kitts & Nevis Patriots and Barbados Tridents at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados. St Kitts & Nevis Patriots finished their first inning with a score of 118/10 after 20 overs. Barbados Tridents started their second inning, reaching 65/3 in 9.6 overs. The match toss saw Barbados Tridents opt to bowl first. The conditions are fast with swing favourable for bowling. 🏏

🔥 Trump stands by Iran war amid Middle East flare-ups

Donald Trump stated on Thursday that he does not regret the Iran war, even with potential impacts on the US midterm elections. This statement followed renewed US attacks on Tehran and retaliatory strikes on Middle East bases. Brent oil climbed near $108 a barrel as Houthi-Saudi fighting intensified in the region. Iran-backed Houthis captured Yemen's port city of Mocha and advanced toward the Bab al-Mandeb Strait. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf subsequently expressed support for the Houthis' success.

🏏 Rohit's 'October 2027' comment sparks ODI debate

Rohit Sharma commented that October 2027 is far away when asked about the next 50-over World Cup in southern Africa. He made the statement during a function in Mumbai, addressing audience queries about his future in international cricket. This follows recent speculation after he was stripped of captaincy and assertions from Devajit Saikia. Rohit has recently scored a century at Lord's, keeping his silence on future plans. He is currently focusing on upcoming ODIs against the West Indies and New Zealand.

🎾 Sabalenka crushes Pegula, eyes US Open hat-trick 🏆

Aryna Sabalenka defeated Jessica Pegula with a score of 7-5, 6-2 in the U.S. Open semifinal on Thursday night. This match was held in New York, where Sabalenka dominated after finding her rhythm in the second set. Her victory puts her one win away from a historic three-peat at the US Open. She will face either Elena Rybakina or Coco Gauff in Saturday's final match. This run is impressive, as it extends her streak to 19 matches at Flushing Meadows.

🤝 Xi-Modi Meet Focuses on Economic Talk

A strategic economic dialogue is slated to be a key topic during the upcoming meeting between Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Modi. This high-level discussion is expected to take place during their bilateral talks. The agenda is set for the meeting scheduled for October 2024. The conversation will cover trade agreements and investment opportunities between the two nations. Both sides anticipate significant progress in strengthening their economic ties moving forward. 🤝

🎬 Hanuman Ansh hits Rs 10cr on Day 35

'Hanuman Ansh' grossed Rs 10.00 cr in India net on its 35th day, according to Sacnilk. The film stars Shobhit Srivastava and Chandan Anand and was running across 7,664 shows. This Day 35 figure is just 2.4% lower than the Rs 10.25 cr earned on Wednesday, with Week 5 now standing at Rs 90.25 cr. The movie has accumulated a total India net collection of Rs 163.13 cr across its run. The film continues to show strong numbers despite the minor dip in recent collections.

🏏 Sooryavanshi's clapback to Tilak Varma goes viral

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi playfully teased South Zone captain Tilak Varma during the Duleep Trophy final at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Sooryavanshi retorted after Tilak complained to the referee about sledging incident on Day 4. The 15-year-old reminded the official that the same thing happened to him in the first innings. Ultimately, East Zone won the Duleep Trophy by securing a first-innings lead of 708 runs. Tilak Varma acknowledged that East Zone completely outplayed them in the match.

📉 Dollar stable, yen drops amid Mideast energy scare

The US Dollar maintained its recent gains while the Japanese Yen experienced a slip in value. This movement is happening due to escalating energy shocks originating from the Middle East region. Specifically, oil prices have shown volatility, impacting global financial markets throughout the week of October 20th to October 26th. Analysts are watching geopolitical stability closely as a key factor in future market directions. Investors will continue to monitor international energy reports for further trends. 📉

✈️ US plans to scrap 60-day grace period for H-1B workers

The U.S. has proposed a new rule to eliminate the 60-day grace period for various nonimmigrants losing employment. This proposal was introduced on Thursday, September 10, 2026, impacting skilled workers like those on H-1B visas. The DHS plans to publish the rule on Friday, September 11, 2026, and is seeking public comments for the next 60 days. If enacted, job-losing workers must leave the U.S. immediately unless they have separate authorization. This move is part of recent efforts by President Donald Trump to limit legal migration. 😟