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Apple's Tim Cook to Step Down, Hardware Chief John Ternus Set to Take Over

Apple CEO Tim Cook is set to step down after leading the company for 15 years. John Ternus, currently head of Apple's hardware engineering, has been named as his successor. The transition marks a shift from an operations-focused leadership to an engineering-driven one. Ternus is expected to steer Apple through an increasingly competitive artificial intelligence landscape. Cook is widely credited with building Apple's global supply chain into one of the most efficient in the world.

Pakistan to lead 'Islamic Nato' for 3 years; Mecca pact members hold first meet

Ice-rock avalanche at 167 kmph triggers deadly floods in Nepal's Himalayas

A high-speed ice-rock avalanche descended the Himalayas at 167 kmph, causing catastrophic flooding across parts of Nepal. The event unfolded rapidly, covering vast distances within seconds. Scientists confirmed the disaster was not caused by a glacial lake outburst flood, pointing instead to complex geological processes. The floods severely damaged Nepal's hydropower infrastructure, raising concerns about the region's vulnerability. Authorities and researchers have called for further investigations to better understand the forces behind the calamity.

Scotland village fights 1,600 objections against massive data centre plan

Residents of Auchtertool, a small village of around 200 homes in Fife, Scotland, are opposing plans to build what would be the world's second-largest data centre nearby. The proposed facility would span an area exceeding 100 football pitches, dwarfing the existing community. Over 1,600 formal objections have been submitted against the development. Locals are concerned the project would fundamentally alter the rural character of their area, citing potential issues around noise, heat, flooding, and harm to local wildlife.

New Jersey's Denville Township spends $13.4m to preserve 50 acres from housing

Denville Township in New Jersey has acquired 17 acres as part of a $13.4 million land preservation effort to protect roughly 50 acres from dense residential development. The initiative aims to shield the land from urban encroachment while maintaining the town's natural heritage and ecology. Plans are in place to add another 33 acres to the preserved area by October 2026. The project will ultimately create a public park and protected natural space for residents and future generations.

US Move to End H-4 Work Permits Would Disproportionately Affect Indian Women

The United States government is considering revoking work authorization for spouses of H-1B visa holders, a policy change that would heavily impact Indian nationals. H-4 Employment Authorization Document (EAD) data from 2014 to 2017 reveals that 93 percent of approved work permits went to Indian nationals. Of those approved Indian recipients, 94 percent were women, making them the most vulnerable group under the proposed change. The H-4 EAD program currently allows spouses of H-1B skilled workers to seek employment in the US while awaiting permanent residency.

Mumbai: Distracted Driver Kills 7-Year-Old Boy in Bandra Hit-and-Run

A young boy named Ansh Ravindra Gupta was fatally struck by a vehicle while crossing John Baptist Road near Jijamata Garden in Bandra, Mumbai. The car involved was a Toyota Innova Crysta, allegedly driven at excessive speed by a 45-year-old woman. An eyewitness reported that the driver appeared to be engrossed in her phone at the time of the incident. The child was crossing the road when he was hit, suggesting a lack of driver attention as a key factor in the tragedy.

Xi and Putin Meet at SCO Summit, Push for Deeper Bilateral Cooperation

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks on the sidelines of the SCO summit. The two leaders discussed strengthening bilateral relations and addressed key international and regional issues. Cooperation in artificial intelligence and digital innovation featured prominently on the agenda. Russia proposed making its visa-free arrangement with China permanent for Chinese citizens. The leaders also briefly addressed the ongoing conflict in Ukraine during their discussions.

Fog of flood: Nepal’s disaster raises a Himalayan question for China

Martin County protects 2,000 acres through conservation sales tax

Manipur’s 8 Naga MLAs write to Shah, seek ‘bold action’ to check attacks on community members

Rs 1 crore-plus withdrawn from Bihar school accounts: Teacher suspended, probe ordered

Lionel Messi Announces Retirement from International Football

Football legend Lionel Messi has officially announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to a celebrated career on the global stage. The Argentine star described the decision as both difficult and necessary, indicating that the timing felt right to him. Messi expressed heartfelt gratitude toward his supporters and emphasized the importance of giving younger players the opportunity to develop and step up. He stated that he leaves international football feeling fulfilled and with his dignity intact.

K Kavitha Recounts Her Arrest and Transfer to Tihar Jail in Emotional Address

BRS leader K Kavitha broke down while recalling the circumstances of her arrest and subsequent transfer to Tihar Jail in Delhi. She expressed anguish over being taken away from Telangana, the state she claims to have worked hard for. Kavitha questioned why she was sidelined despite her years of dedication to Telangana and her party. Her emotional remarks highlighted her sense of betrayal and the personal toll of her legal ordeal.

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1928 Dallas Castle Château des Grotteaux Heads to Auction with $2M Starting Bid

The Château des Grotteaux, a historic mansion built in 1928 in Dallas, is heading to auction after spending nearly a year on the market. Bidding will open at approximately two million dollars, a figure well below the property's original listing price of 5.8 million dollars. The property combines its classic fairy-tale architectural character with modern upgrades. The auction is scheduled to close on September 29, and is expected to attract buyers who value the home's unique character rather than its historical significance alone.

Italy Extends Spain Border Checks Amid Ongoing Migration Pressures

Italy has decided to extend border checks at its frontier with Spain, citing the continued presence of the conditions that originally prompted the measures. The controls were first reintroduced on August 1, following a migrant crisis centered around Ceuta. Italy's interior ministry confirmed the extension in an official statement, noting that the underlying factors have not sufficiently subsided. The move reflects broader European concerns about irregular migration flows across the continent.

Sobhana Mostary Credits 2018 Asia Cup Win Over India for Bangladesh Women's Cricket Boom

Bangladesh cricketer Sobhana Mostary has reflected on how her team's 2018 Asia Cup victory against India marked a turning point for women's cricket in Bangladesh. The win led to significantly improved facilities and greater financial support for players in the country. Mostary herself had a challenging journey, relocating to Dhaka at a young age and waiting years before earning regular international opportunities. She has since established herself as a reliable batter in the Bangladesh lineup. Mostary also acknowledged the influence of India's Harmanpreet Kaur on her batting and described matches against India as particularly motivating.

Punjab BJP Removes AI-Generated Video Showing CM Bhagwant Mann Being Slapped

The Punjab unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party deleted an AI-generated video it had posted on its official social media handle. The clip depicted a fabricated scenario in which Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was shown being slapped. The video had been shared through the party's official Punjab social media account before being taken down. The removal came amid likely backlash over the use of artificial intelligence to create politically provocative content targeting a sitting chief minister.