🏛️ Trump extends H-1B visa rules till 2027

President Donald Trump has extended restrictions on the H-1B nonimmigrant visa program for another year. This decision affects H-1B workers outside the US who aim to enter the country after September 21, 2026. The White House announced this extension on Friday, keeping the $100,000 payment requirement active until September 21, 2027. This move was made because the conditions causing the original restrictions from September 19, 2025, still persist. Limited exceptions exist if hiring is deemed in the US national interest. 🏛️

🤖 AI actress Tilly Norwood's press tour is glitching

AI-generated 'actress' Tilly Norwood is having a rough debut press tour with numerous errors. She was made available for 75 simultaneous interviews by Particle6 Group. During an interview with Piers Morgan and Tom Conti, Norwood malfunctioned by speaking Chinese randomly. When asked about other actors in her movie, she mistakenly claimed they were digital twins before glitching again. It is speculated that the company might prefer people to mock her rather than take her film seriously. 🤖

🤖 Anthropic eyeing new AI model before IPO

Anthropic is reportedly considering the release of a new artificial intelligence model soon. This development involves the AI company, Anthropic, and is linked to its upcoming Initial Public Offering. Sources indicate that the model launch is being weighed ahead of the IPO process. The move could significantly impact the competitive landscape of AI technology. Further details regarding the model timeline are expected in the near future.

🏎️ From child star to NASCAR racer, Frankie Muniz’s journey

Frankie Muniz recently described the last six weeks of his life as a personal nightmare. The actor and NASCAR driver shared this struggle following his divorce from Paige Price in July. Muniz, who is 40, is balancing fatherhood, racing, and acting roles. He credits fatherhood with pushing him deeper into racing to show his son work ethic. Now, he is focused on rebuilding after this difficult period. 🏁

🎬 Hanuman Ansh sees a 20% drop on day 43

The film 'Hanuman Ansh' continued its run on Day 43, recording a net collection of Rs 5.00 cr in India. The movie, directed by Vishal Chaturvedi, had 6,462 shows running on September 18 in India. Its total India net collection has now hit Rs 248.38 cr, while the worldwide gross stands at Rs 316.30 cr. This drop follows a stronger run during the earlier days of its sixth week. The movie tells the story of Lakshmi Narayan's spiritual journey in pre-Independence India.

🧠 Why reading is secretly good for your brain

Recent research confirms that reading offers significant advantages for cognitive health across all ages. A study highlighted that reading can boost memory and executive function in individuals. It also helps keep the brains of older adults from showing signs of aging. Christelle Langley, a cognitive neuroscientist, noted these benefits apply to recreational reading for fun. Therefore, embracing bookmaxxing is a simple way to support overall lifelong wellbeing.

🔥 SmackDown drama: Zayn vs Owens, Orton in MITB qualifier

WWE SmackDown featured big moments on September 18, 2026, in Corpus Christi, Texas. Sami Zayn, the new Undisputed WWE Champion, addressed the mixed crowd reaction to his title win last week. The GM, Nick Aldis, announced Zayn would defend the title against Kevin Owens tonight. Meanwhile, Randy Orton competed in a Men's Money in the Bank Qualifying Match against Trick Williams and Rey Fenix. The match saw intense action, with Fenix and Orton exchanging moves before the segment ended. 💥

🎬 Resident Evil India hits top 5 Hollywood openers

Zach Cregger's Resident Evil reboot made a strong debut at the Indian box office. The film collected a net of INR 2.6 crore on Friday, September 18, in India. This performance placed it fifth among Hollywood openings of 2026, beating Project Hail Mary. The horror spectacle surpassed two Bollywood films on its opening day. It is aiming for a 9 to 10 crore opening weekend if momentum continues.

📉 Flop 'Toxic' becomes 2026's top South Indian film

The Yash starrer 'Toxic' has ironically become the highest-grossing South Indian film of 2026 in India. It was released on August 26, 2026, and despite poor reviews, it earned 245.46 crore net after 24 days. This total surpasses Ram Charan’s 'Peddi' at 244.64 crore net. The film saw a sharp drop to 6 lakh on its fourth Friday, day 24. It is now projected to achieve a lifetime collection between 245.9-246.1 crore net.

🎬 Bethlehem Kudumba Unit hits massive box office milestone

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has become the second highest-grossing Malayalam film in India on Day 29. Starring Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju, the film has amassed a net collection of 153.23 crore in 29 days. This performance shows minimal drop on the fifth Friday, indicating strong audience interest. The rom-com is close to topping the chart, needing just 3.78 crore to pass Lokah Chapter 1 – Chandra. The movie is expected to reach a lifetime net collection between 165-175 crore. 💰

🎬 Kunal Kemmu's Vibe starts strong on Day 1

Kunal Kemmu's new action-comedy, Vibe, has officially hit theaters, marking his return after directing Madgaon Express. On Friday, September 18, Vibe collected 1.5 crore across 3,194 shows with a 14% average occupancy. This opening is slightly lower than his last release, Madgaon Express, which opened at 1.63 crore. However, positive word-of-mouth suggests Vibe is set for significant growth over the weekend. The film is well-positioned to potentially reach 5.5 to 6.5 crore over three days.