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NASCAR in Las Vegas: Drivers pay homage to late Cup series legend Kyle Busch. Check favourites to win race

NASCAR Track organizers scheduled multiple celebrations of Busch’s life leading into the race. Fans and drivers will observe a “Moment of Rowdy” on Lap 8 and the Friday night race at nearby short track was renamed the Kyle Busch Classic.

Daylight Saving Time: Donald Trump makes cell phone number of Republican Senator public over Sunshine Protection Act. What is the debate all about?

Daylight saving time is that period between spring and fall when clocks in most parts of the United States are set one hour ahead of standard time. Sunshine Protection Act passed the House in July, but it faces roadblocks in the Senate where some Republicans are strongly opposed.

Air Ambulance plane goes missing while flying from Bermuda to Boston, flight's pilot misses call sign 'Heartbeat 104'

Canadian-registered air ambulance jet had four crew members and two passengers aboard when it departed Bermuda’s L.F. Wade International Airport overnight for the flight to Massachusetts, according to reports.

China and Africa boost law enforcement ties in crackdown on cross-border cybercrime

From online-gambling rings in eSwatini to SIM swapping in Kenya and cybercrime networks in Zambia, a wave of cross-border fraud is drawing African governments and China into closer security cooperation. China hosted East African security ministers and police chiefs in Lianyungang, Jiangsu province, on September 10 for talks on terrorism, kidnapping, online fraud and other cross-border threats. China’s public security minister, Wang Xiaohong, said Beijing would strengthen law-enforcement...

Christa Pike's failed execution: Is Tennessee's execution system failing? Frank Strada resigns amid Christa Pike’s harrowing execution disaster

Christa Pike's execution attempt on September 30 ended in failure, resulting in her being hospitalized after two doses. Correction Commissioner Frank Strada announced his resignation amid growing concerns about Tennessee's execution procedures. Governor Bill Lee has called for an independent review and paused future executions in the state. Pike, diagnosed with bipolar disorder and PTSD, had been on death row for nearly three decades.

U.S. midterm elections 2026: Are Democrats finally making a comeback in Republican strongholds? Here's what a new midterm poll shows

Democratic candidates are currently leading or closely tied in key Senate races in traditionally Republican states. Poll results indicate the economy and Trump's approval ratings significantly influence voters' decisions in these races. Kansas is currently tied, while Iowa shows a narrow Republican lead. Republicans are focusing campaign efforts on races in Texas and Ohio. The final weeks before the November elections will be crucial for both parties' strategies.

Can nuclear reactors really travel by truck? The tiny power plants raising huge questions about cost, safety and security

For decades, nuclear power has been associated with enormous plants, complex infrastructure and large cooling systems. A new generation of microreactors is trying to change that picture. These reactors are designed to be small enough to move. Some could fit into containers that can be transported by truck, cargo plane or ship. Their output would be much smaller than that of a conventional nuclear plant.

‘Yahan bidi toh milegi’: Sanjay Dutt recalls staying strong in jail, reveals what happened after official denied him cigarettes

Sanjay Dutt recently discussed his experiences during his imprisonment on Shekhar Suman's talk show. He shared how he managed to remain strong through many personal challenges and legal battles. Dutt recalled the emotional moment when he was handcuffed in front of his father, actor Sunil Dutt. He emphasized that his stardom did not create a sense of superiority while in jail.

Trump announces $90 Medicare checks for 20 million seniors ahead of midt-term elections: Who gets the payment and when?

In a significant move, Donald Trump has unveiled a one-time payment of $90 for more than 20 million seniors on Medicare. This initiative is designed to help cover anticipated Medicare premiums and will be disbursed through either direct deposit or checks. Seniors whose premiums are fully paid by Medicaid are not qualified for this aid.

Motivational Quote of the day by Simon Cowell: “Failures aren’t great to go through, but you...” — Inspiring life lesson on failure, resilience, self-growth, courage, and perspective and why can setbacks sometimes reveal what success cannot?

Quote of the day by Simon Cowell offers a practical lesson about failure and what comes after it. Setbacks can affect work, money, relationships and personal choices. They can also leave people questioning what went wrong. Cowell’s career gives this idea added context. His experience shows why failure can become useful when people examine their mistakes and make better decisions later.

Angelina Jolie’s former Los Feliz estate sold to Madonn for $25 million that six bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, a curved staircase, private library, climate-controlled wine cellar, pool house, gym, tea house and a primary suite with its own terrace

Angelina Jolie has recently sold her iconic Los Feliz estate in Los Angeles to pop icon Madonna. Jolie purchased the property in 2017 for approximately USD 24.5 million and greatly enhanced its historical legacy. The estate, originally owned by filmmaker Cecil B. DeMille, includes various celebrity connections and impressive features. Although listed for USD 29.85 million, it sold for a lower price but still yielded Jolie a profit.