Paige Bueckers, the Dallas Wings guard, has clinched the WNBA Rookie of the Year award after a stellar debut season, highlighted by impressive scoring and assist records. She received 70 votes, surpassing Sonia Citron by a significant margin. Bueckers also earned Associated Press Rookie of the Year honors and was named to the All-WNBA Second Team.
ITR filing FY 2024-25 due date: The Income Tax Department does not seem to have extended the ITR filing deadline for Assessment Year 2025-26, meaning returns filed after September 16 will be considered belated. While the initial deadline was extended to September 16 due to portal issues, no further extensions have been granted despite ongoing user complaints.
An Israeli strike in Qatar has revived talks of a Muslim military alliance. Iran condemned the attack and proposed a pan-Islamic bloc. Arab states are questioning US security guarantees. Egypt is pushing for a joint Arab military command. Pakistan wants a task force to monitor Israel. The idea of an Islamic Nato faces challenges.
Before the game on September 15, 2025, a video surfaced of Justin Herbert making a questionable hand gesture, which the NFL quickly deleted from its X account. Despite the controversy, Herbert led the Los Angeles Chargers to a 20-9 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, throwing for 242 yards and two touchdowns.
Google has reportedly laid off over 200 AI contractors amidst disputes over pay and working conditions. These contractors, employed by firms like GlobalLogic, were crucial in training AI models like Gemini. Workers allege the layoffs are retaliation for unionization efforts and concerns about job security, with some filing complaints with the National Labor Relations Board.
Beginning in 2026, the CBSE will accommodate student-athletes under the new two-board-exam system for Class 10. The sports exam accommodation aligns with the second board exam in May, addressing date clashes between sporting events and academic assessments. This provision ensures students can manage both sports and studies effectively, with re-exams available if needed.
The UAE Lottery has launched Colour Prediction, a fast-paced online game with draws every minute and prizes up to Dh60,000. Players can pick numbers or colours starting at Dh1. This follows July’s launch of Gemstone Riches and Sports Mania. The platform is regulated, promotes responsible play, and is open only to players aged 18 and above.
The internet is abuzz with the Google Gemini Nano Banana AI saree trend, enabling users to transform selfies into 90s Bollywood-style portraits. These viral edits feature chiffon sarees, grainy textures, and golden-hour lighting, achieved through precise AI prompts.
