Mars: NASA finds clearest evidence of ancient life; Nepal: PM resigns amid social media ban protests
Key Takeaways
- NASA finds clearest evidence of ancient life on Mars via Perseverance rover rock sample.
- Nepal protests over social media ban and corruption lead to PM Oli's resignation.
- OpenAI inks $300B computing deal with Oracle for five years to support expansion.
- Oracle's Ellison surpasses Musk as world's richest person, net worth at $393 billion.
- UK to mass produce Ukrainian-designed interceptor drones to aid against Russian attacks.
Top Stories
NASA finds clearest evidence of ancient life on Mars.
On 2025-09-11, NASA scientists announced that a rock sample collected by the Perseverance rover on Mars contains the clearest evidence yet of ancient life on the planet.
Nepal protests over social media ban lead to PM's resignation.
On September 9-10, 2025, protests in Nepal against the government's social media ban and corruption resulted in Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's resignation and at least 19-22 deaths. The Nepali army patrolled Kathmandu, and international bodies called for dialogue amid concerns over stability.
OpenAI inks $300B computing deal with Oracle for five years.
On September 10, 2025, OpenAI signed a $300 billion computing deal with Oracle, set to last approximately five years, to support its expansion.
Oracle's Ellison overtakes Musk as world's richest person.
On September 10, 2025, Larry Ellison surpassed Elon Musk to become the world's richest person, with a net worth of $393 billion due to Oracle's stock increase.
UK to mass produce Ukrainian-designed interceptor drones.
On September 11, 2025, the UK announced the mass production of Ukrainian-designed interceptor drones to aid Ukraine against Russian aerial attacks.
Climate Crisis
Study: Fossil fuel firms caused 3.02°F increase in heat wave intensity.
A Nature study published on September 10, 2025, found that 14 major carbon producers are responsible for a median intensity increase of 3.02°F in 213 global heat waves from 2000-2023.
Cultural Highlights
Zoe Coyle's TikTok remix sparks global fan engagement.
On 2025-09-10, Zoe Coyle launched a TikTok trend remixing Hamilton’s “Best of Wives and Best of Women,” blending tribute and critique, and sparking global fan engagement.
Economic Trends
Anglo American, Teck Resources announce $50B merger: Anglo Teck.
On September 9, 2025, Anglo American announced a $50 billion merger agreement with Teck Resources, creating a new entity named Anglo Teck, expecting $800 million in annual cost savings.
Infrastructure Failure
Cuba's national electrical system suffers total shutdown.
On September 10, 2025, Cuba experienced a total disconnection of its national electrical system due to an outage at the Antonio Guiteras thermoelectric plant.
Political Pulse
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk fatally shot at Utah Valley University.
On September 9-11, 2025, conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. The shooting prompted investigations and condolences from figures like Donald Trump, highlighting concerns about political violence.
Harris: Biden's reelection bid was 'reckless,' cites lack of support.
In her memoir '107 Days', published on September 10, 2025, Kamala Harris criticizes Joe Biden's decision to seek re-election in 2024 as 'reckless' and expresses frustration over being marginalized within the administration.
FBI agents sue Trump administration, allege politically motivated firings.
On September 10, 2025, three senior FBI agents filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging they were fired for refusing to show loyalty to President Trump.
Post Office scandal victim questions PM Starmer's minister dismissal.
On 2025-09-10, Betty Brown, a 92-year-old victim of the Post Office Horizon scandal, questioned Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s decision to dismiss Post Office minister Gareth Thomas.
Poland, Trump discuss Russian drone incursions; NATO urged to act.
On September 10, 2025, Polish President Karol Nawrocki spoke with Donald Trump about Russian drones violating Polish airspace, and Poland requested NATO to invoke Article 4.
Moldova accuses Russia of 'hybrid war' to influence elections.
On September 9, 2025, Moldovan President Maia Sandu accused Russia of conducting a 'hybrid war' aimed at influencing the country's parliamentary elections.