Author: Soumo Sakib

Charity Entrepreneurship is now accepting applications for its 2026 Incubation Program. The deadline for submissions is October 5, 2025. The program aims to launch new high-impact charities globally. This initiative provides full training and seed funding for aspiring nonprofit founders. It is designed to create evidence-based, highly effective organizations from the ground up. Program Offers Comprehensive Support and Significant Funding The two-month program is intensive and mostly online. It includes two weeks of in-person training. All program costs are covered for selected participants. Each new venture can receive a seed grant of up to $200,000. This funding is crucial for…

Applications are now open for the Karsh Journalism Fellowship. The program aims to train journalists on covering Jewish issues. The deadline for submissions is October 15, 2025. This is the world’s only fellowship dedicated to this specific beat. It will provide specialized education and mentorship for ten selected fellows. Program Offers Deep Dive into Complex Topics The inaugural program begins in January 2026. It will feature three retreats in major U.S. cities. Fellows will travel to Los Angeles, New York, and Washington, D.C. Each fellow receives a $4,000 stipend. All travel and accommodation expenses are fully covered by the program.…

Applications are now open for the Aurora Tech Award 2025. This global initiative recognizes outstanding women entrepreneurs in technology. The deadline for submissions is November 12, 2025. The award is run by inDrive, a global mobility and urban services platform. It aims to tackle the significant funding gap faced by female-led startups. According to Crunchbase, only 2.3% of venture capital funding goes to women-led startups. Substantial Prizes and Expert Support for Winners The award offers significant non-equity cash prizes to the top founders. The first-place winner will receive a $50,000 grant. Second and third places will be awarded $20,000 and…

The prestigious Archbishop Tutu Leadership Fellowship Programme is now accepting nominations. This initiative targets Africa’s most promising young leaders. The application window closes on September 21, 2025. The programme is a flagship project of the African Leadership Institute. It identifies and nurtures high-potential individuals dedicated to the continent’s progress. Rigorous Selection for Elite African Network The selection process is highly competitive. It aims to find around 25 exceptional candidates each year. Fellows are typically aged between 30 and 39. These individuals are considered the cream of Africa’s future leadership across all sectors. The programme seeks those already demonstrating significant impact…

Applications are now open for the prestigious 2026 Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art. The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is administering the program with funding from the Henry Luce Foundation. These fellowships support PhD candidates conducting advanced research on the history of US visual culture. The deadline for submissions is October 29, 2025. This initiative aims to foster inclusive and groundbreaking scholarship in the field. Fellowship Offers Substantial Support for Doctoral Research The program will award seven non-renewable fellowships for the 2026-2027 academic year. Each award provides a total of $42,500 to the recipient. This sum includes a…

The United Bank for Africa (UBA) has officially launched its 2025 National Essay Competition. The annual contest is open to senior secondary school students across Nigeria. It offers significant educational grants to the top three winners. The application deadline is set for October 17, 2025. This initiative is a core part of the UBA Group Foundation’s education program. It aims to foster a reading culture and encourage intellectual competition. The foundation seeks to support academic excellence among African youth. UBA Essay Competition Details and Prizes This year’s essay topic focuses on national unity. Students must write on harnessing Nigeria’s diversity…

Season 34 of Dancing With the Stars premieres tonight, Tuesday, September 16, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC and Disney+. The new season brings fresh celebrities and pros to the ballroom stage. Fans will see live dances, judges’ scores, and a chance to vote for their favorites. The show will run weekly on Tuesday nights until November 25. Each episode will also stream the next day on Hulu and ABC.com. According to ABC, the premiere will be two hours long. What Time Does Dancing With The Stars Start Tonight? The live premiere begins at 8 p.m. ET and 7 p.m.…

Robert Redford has died at the age of 89. The Oscar-winning actor and director passed away on September 16, 2025. His death led to global tributes. But one viral image linked to his name shocked millions online. For years, people thought a famous nodding meme showed comedian Zach Galifianakis. The truth has now been confirmed. The man in the clip was Robert Redford in the 1972 western Jeremiah Johnson. The Meme Mix-Up With Zach Galifianakis The meme shows a rugged man with a thick beard nodding in approval. Social media users shared it widely to show agreement. Many believed it…

Fashion influencer Marian Izaguirre has died at just 23 years old. She passed away in Mexico on September 12, 2025. Officials confirmed her death came after serious health complications. She had been found in a hotel room days after she went missing. The TikTok star had last been seen on September 1 in Uruapan. Police later located her on September 6 in Morelia. She was taken to hospital in critical condition but never recovered. Authorities said she became brain-dead before her passing. Details on Marian Izaguirre’s Disappearance and Final Days According to the Michoacán attorney general’s office, Izaguirre was reported…

Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, sent a chilling online message the day after the shooting. He wrote, “I have bad news,” to about three dozen people on Discord. The message came hours before his arrest. Kirk, 31, was shot dead on September 10 during a student Q&A at Utah Valley University. The incident took place in Orem at around 12:20 p.m. local time. Authorities named Robinson, 22, as the prime suspect. Discord Confession Raises Alarming Questions According to the Washington Post, Robinson confessed to the killing in his Discord message. He told his online…

A viral video of Donald Trump accusing India of causing floods in Pakistan is circulating online. The clip shows Trump calling India’s dam releases a “crime against humanity.” This claim is false. The video is AI-generated and does not reflect any real statement by Trump. The video spread widely on TikTok, Facebook, and X. It claimed Trump stood in support of Pakistan after deadly monsoon floods. But analysis confirms the audio and captions were altered using artificial intelligence. No official record supports the remarks shown in the viral clip. Trump Never Made the Remarks About India and Pakistan The clip…

The latest Powerball drawing took place on Monday, September 15, 2025. The jackpot was worth $64 million. No ticket matched all six numbers, so the top prize rolled over once again. The winning numbers were 14, 15, 32, 42, 49, and Powerball 1. The Power Play was 2x. While no jackpot winner emerged, thousands of smaller prizes were claimed across several states. Powerball Winning Numbers and Prizes According to lottery officials, the $64 million jackpot went unclaimed. The Ohio Lottery confirmed that thousands of tickets still won smaller prizes. The breakdown in Ohio included one $50,000 winner, eight $200 winners,…

Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy will be sidelined for two to four weeks with an ankle injury. The setback came during the Week 2 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Carson Wentz will take over as the starting quarterback while McCarthy recovers. The team confirmed the news on Monday. According to ESPN Insider Adam Schefter, McCarthy could be back by October 24 when the Vikings face the Los Angeles Chargers. The injury is a blow to Minnesota’s offense, which is still searching for consistency this season. JJ McCarthy Timeline and Games He May Miss McCarthy’s injury means he will…

Tamar Shirinian, a faculty member at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, has been placed on administrative leave. The university said termination proceedings have begun. The action comes after Shirinian made a controversial Facebook post about conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot on September 12. The university confirmed the move in a public statement on Monday. Leaders said her actions failed to meet expectations for civil engagement. They added that her words do not reflect the values of the institution. Tamar Shirinian’s Role at UT Knoxville Tamar Shirinian worked as an assistant professor in the Anthropology department. She…

Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for September 15, 2025, has been released. Puzzle number 357 brings a mix of tricky categories and wordplay. Players had to link words into four correct groups, each tied to sports themes. The Athletic, owned by The New York Times, publishes this special edition of Connections. It does not appear in the NYT Games app but can be played through The Athletic app or its website. NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints for Sept. 15 The puzzle had four groups with different difficulty levels. Each came with a theme that tested sports fans’ memory and…

Hugh Jackman, 56, has been in the spotlight for decades. His relationship with actress and Broadway star Sutton Foster has drawn attention since the pair confirmed they were dating. Fans are curious about who Sutton Foster is, how she met Jackman, and why their romance has been the subject of headlines. Sutton Foster, 50, is best known for her long career on stage and screen. She is a Tony Award-winning performer who has starred in shows like Thoroughly Modern Millie and Anything Goes. On television, she gained a wide following through the comedy-drama Younger. Foster and Jackman first worked together…

Country music stars Zach Bryan and Gavin Adcock nearly came to blows at a festival in Oklahoma over the weekend. Video showed Bryan trying to get through a fence to confront Adcock before security stepped in. The clash comes after months of tension between the two singers. The feud began in July when Adcock criticized Bryan over his response to a teenage fan. Bryan was accused of being dismissive after a 14-year-old complained on TikTok about not getting a photo after a show. Adcock weighed in at the time, calling out Bryan’s attitude toward fans. That public criticism has now…

Alexis Bledel turned heads at the 2025 Emmy Awards in Los Angeles. The actress reunited with Lauren Graham on the red carpet after six years. Fans of Gilmore Girls celebrated the rare public reunion of the beloved on-screen mother-daughter duo. The event took place at the Peacock Theater on September 14. Bledel stunned in a metallic-silver gown, while Graham wore a black floral dress. Their appearance quickly became one of the night’s most talked-about moments. Alexis Bledel Returns to Spotlight Bledel, best known for her role as Rory Gilmore, rarely attends major Hollywood events. According to Reuters, her last major…

Tesla is facing a class-action lawsuit in the United States. The case claims the company favored H1-B visa workers over American citizens. The lawsuit was filed in San Francisco federal court on September 14, 2025. According to Reuters, the complaint accuses Tesla of showing a systematic preference for visa holders. Plaintiffs argue that U.S. citizens were denied fair chances at employment. The case also highlights that thousands of American workers were laid off while visa hires increased. Tesla’s Hiring Practices Under Scrutiny The lawsuit was brought by software engineer Scott Taub and HR specialist Sofia Brander. Both allege they were…

Taylor Swift was not seen on camera at Travis Kelce’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, September 14, 2025. The Kansas City Chiefs hosted the matchup at Arrowhead Stadium, their first home game of the season. Swift’s visible absence raised questions, but several reports suggest she was there. According to multiple outlets, including E! News, Swift did attend the game but chose to stay out of sight. Videos on social media showed her family members, Andrea and Austin Swift, arriving with what appeared to be security barriers. Some fans believe she entered the stadium behind a moving wall, a…

Minnesota Vikings star Justin Jefferson is trending online after false reports linked him to conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s death. The story began spreading on social media soon after Kirk was killed at an event in Utah. Jefferson’s name was attached to claims that he pledged to support Kirk’s children financially. No credible source has confirmed this claim. The fake story gained traction on Facebook, X, and Instagram. Many fans praised Jefferson for what they believed was a kind act. However, trusted outlets including Reuters and AP have reported no such link. Jefferson has not commented publicly on Kirk’s death or…

The New York Times Connections puzzle for September 14, 2025, is live. Puzzle #826 is now solved, and players can review today’s hints and answers. This edition features a tricky purple category but also some easier groups. Many players said it was one of the more balanced challenges of the week. Connections has become a daily favorite for puzzle fans, similar to Wordle. According to trusted media outlets, the game continues to grow in popularity. Today’s puzzle showed why, with clever categories that made players think beyond obvious word matches. NYT Connections Puzzle #826 Hints and Themes Each Connections puzzle…

The New York Times Strands puzzle for September 14, 2025, is now live. Puzzle #560 comes with the theme “Hurry up!” but the answers point in the opposite direction. Players are asked to find hidden words on the grid that connect to the theme. The final solution reveals a clever twist that ties the whole puzzle together. The puzzle can be tricky for many players. Some words are not easy to spot, and the theme clue may feel misleading at first. Still, once solved, the answers form a neat set around the idea of slowing down and taking time. NYT…

Teja Sajja’s new superhero film Mirai has started strong at the box office. On Day 2, the movie collected around ₹13.50 crore. This takes the total earnings to ₹26.50 crore across all languages in India. The film released in theaters on September 12 and has drawn wide attention. Fans have praised the blend of mythology and futuristic storytelling. Early trends suggest the movie may continue its solid run in the coming days. Mirai Box Office Collection Performance So Far Day 1 saw Mirai earn nearly ₹13 crore, according to trade sources like Reuters. Day 2 collections rose slightly to ₹13.50…