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WASHINGTON: A major change in the US immigration system is set to take effect on Tuesday, requiring international students to keep closer track of how long they are authorised to remain in the country. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is ending the longstanding “duration of status” system for F-1 students and replacing it with a fixed period of admission. Under the new rule, F-1 students will generally be admitted for the length of the academic programme listed on their Form I-20, up to
U.S Treasury Secretary Bessent: Treasury launched Operation Economic Outcast to cut off all financial lifelines to the Iranian regime and its enablers. That’s why I issued a new call for whistleblowers to come forward with tips about those who facilitate Iran’s terror. To anyone worldwide with information on these lifelines: This is your chance. If you have actionable information for Treasury, you may be eligible for an award, no matter where you live or who signs your paycheck. If you see so

The government on Monday increased the price of petrol by Rs4.42 per litre and that of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs6.10 per litre. Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs380.24 per litre while HSD will cost Rs409.42 per litre. The government continues to levy Rs114 per litre in taxes and duties on petrol and Rs100 per litre on diesel. According to the Petroleum Division’s notification, the new prices will be applicable on Sept 15 (Tuesday). The price of HSD has come down from a peak of

Saudi Arabia plans to transport more of its oil by tanker through the Strait of Hormuz, rather than relying on the East-West Pipeline which was shut down after the drone attacks. The pipeline had been Saudi Arabia’s main route for exporting crude during the Iran war. Trump said many oil pipelines are being built across the Middle East as alternative routes to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. However, the recent attack on Saudi Arabia’s East-West oil pipeline demonstrates that these alternative ro

As usual, just as Predicted PLATEAU GOVERNMENT CONDEMNS ATTACKS IN MANGU, KURU, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO PEACE AND SECURITY The Plateau State Government has received with grave concern reports of fresh attacks on Saturday 12th September 2026 in parts of Mangu Local Government Area, resulting in the loss of lives and injuries to citizens. Also a reported tragic incidence at Dungus Junction, Kuru Jos South Local Government Area on Sunday 13th September 2026. These incidents are deeply disturbin

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Another victim attacked in Dirdep as violence raises fresh security concerns in Mangu @DHQNigeria @HQNigerianArmy https://t.co/2gnsL9Xh5T

Another victim attacked in Dirdep as violence raises fresh security concerns in Mangu By: Zagazola Makama Another resident has been attacked around the Anguwan Mai Jirgi axis of Dirdep in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, in a fresh incident raising concerns over the security situation in the area. The victim, identified as Salisu Ibrahim, popularly known as Kawu, was reportedly attacked at about 10 p.m. According to information available, Ibrahim was severely beaten during the i
The U.S. is in direct contact with the Houthis, alongside Saudi Arabia and the UAE, over recent developments in Yemen. - VP Vance https://t.co/p5JIBLa9UH
The study, How The New York Times Framed the War Between Israel and Hamas, was published in the academic journal Studies in Conflict & Terrorism last week.

Iran says it is stepping up its crackdown on armed groups in the impoverished province as Sunni clerics have been reported killed there and in the predominantly Kurdish northwest.
The UK is reportely weighing Saudi requests for military support against the Houthis and has already sent advisers to the kingdom.

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Trump: Concerning AI, when, in the History of Business, did anyone see the Leaders of an Industry call for Regulation that, if strongly implemented, will drive them into oblivion and bankruptcy? AI taking over the World, destroying Humanity, and all other things bad, is a HOAX, no different from RUSSIA, RUSSIA, RUSSIA — UKRAINE, UKRAINE, UKRAINE — IMPEACHMENT HOAX #1 — IMPEACHMENT HOAX #2 — and all of the other HOAXES and SCAMS that America was forced to endure through the Destructionists’ an
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Operation FANSAN YAMMA: Troops arrest drug peddler, foil terrorist attack, rescue two victims in Kaduna, Sokoto @DHQNigeria @HQNigerianArmy https://t.co/O0JxzBzfNS

Operation FANSAN YAMMA: Troops arrest drug peddler, foil terrorist attack, rescue two victims in Kaduna, Sokoto By: Zagazola Makama Troops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have arrested a suspected illicit drug peddler in Kaduna State, foiled a terrorist attack and rescued two kidnapped victims in Sokoto State. The operations were conducted on Sept. 12 and 13, 2026, as part of sustained efforts to disrupt terrorist and criminal activities across the Joint Operations Are
Russian troops attacked the Dnipropetrovsk region more than 30 times throughout the day, resulting in one death and seven injuries.
Repentant Boko Haram member surrenders with AK-47, IED to troops in Borno @DHQNigeria @HQNigerianArmy https://t.co/9UlTAfPWCq

France and Iraq on Monday called for a "diversification of export routes" for oil and gas in the Middle East in response to the instability generated by the conflict between the United States and Iran, following talks in Paris. French President Emmanuel Macron and Iraq's Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi stressed the importance of "regional interconnections" and export route diversification to "ensure regional energy security", in a joint statement.

After years of illegal screenings, Russians may soon lose access to major foreign films in their cinemas. Since 2022, "pre-screening entertainment" — as the practice is known locally — has allowed Russian cinema-goers to watch Hollywood blockbusters, even as these cannot be legally distributed due to international sanctions imposed after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. "Essentially, people buy tickets for a domestic film, but are shown an American blockbuster, technically f

British PM Andy Burnham is considering military support for Saudi Arabia as Yemen's Ansarallah steps up attacks on Saudi Arabia and captures more territory along Yemen's Red Sea coast – Bloomberg. Saudi Arabia has asked the UK for diplomatic and military help, including support against Ansarallah near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and help protecting its oil facilities. UK has agreed to deploy military advisers to Saudi Arabia, while other Saudi requests are still under consideration.

Repentant BHT/ISWAP member surrenders with AK-47, IED to troops in Borno By: Zagazola Makama A 22-year-old member of the Boko Haram/Islamic State West Africa Province (BHT/ISWAP) has surrendered to troops of the 29 Task Force Brigade in Benisheikh, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State. The terrorist, identified as Musa Babagoni, reportedly surrendered on Sept. 13, 2026, after escaping from the group on Sept. 11. According to security sources, Babagoni surrendered in an operation conduct
Army, Police eliminate terrorists, recover arms in Kebbi @DHQNigeria @HQNigerianArmy https://t.co/knGLKUOxqy
“After three years in which this region was almost entirely off the cycling map, we want to be among the first to return," Gal Tsachor said.

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Army, Police eliminate terrorists, recover arms in Kebbi By: Zagazola Makama The Nigerian Army troops and the Police operatives have eliminated several terrorists during a clearance operation at Gumki Forest in Kangiwa, Kebbi State. The operation was conducted in the early hours of Monday as part of ongoing efforts to dismantle criminal networks operating in the area. A statement by the Kebbi State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, said the operatives recovered one PKT rifle
UK PM Andy Burnham is considering whether to help Saudi Arabia counter Houthi attacks, per Bloomberg. Riyadh has requested a range of diplomatic and military support amid UK concerns over a worsening economic hit from the escalating conflict. The asks include operational support to repel the Iran-backed group's push along Yemen's Red Sea coast toward the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, and help defending Saudi oil infrastructure from strikes.

The International Atomic Energy Agency is overseeing 73 tons of natural uranium in Syria, following disclosures about clandestine nuclear sites left over from the regime of Bashar Assad. Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani announced that the government began reporting nuclear materials to the IAEA in July and praised a recent decision to end a long-standing investigation into past nuclear projects. The IAEA is now working with Syria under a memorandum of understanding to promote pea

Universities slam Belgian refusal to evacuate Gaza students Belgium's top universities condemned on Monday the government's refusal to help 13 students from war-torn Gaza, who received scholarships at Belgian universities, reach the country. Brussels set aside plans to evacuate the Palestinian students last week in a case that has split the coalition government. The rectors of the European country's top 10 universities expressed their "dismay" at the move in a letter, accusing the administratio
Certain technical delays in paying funds to Ukrainian manufacturers under the ePoints program (a digital bonus system for military units where points are awarded for verified combat results and can be exchanged via Brave1 Market for drones, electronic warfare equipment, and other gear) are related to plans to refinance the program using European Union credit funds, which requires additional procedures, as well as planned changes to the point system, while all due payments for delivered equipment

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China's skies are among the most tightly controlled in the world, with the military retaining primary authority over airspace access and allocation.

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is considering Saudi requests for military support against the Houthis, including help defending oil infrastructure and preventing a Houthi advance toward the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Burnham has agreed to send British military advisers to Saudi Arabia, but it is unclear whether he will approve the other requests. Source: Bloomberg
Earlier Monday, IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin said the film presents “false claims” but emphasized the need for military representatives to watch the full film.

Satellite imagery shows two Saudi pipeline pump stations hit in the September 10 drone attack. One near Medina with a 12-hectare burn scar and oil spilling into the desert, another at Pump Station 9 (also hit in 2019) with damage to main crude pump trains. The pipeline carried 4–5 million barrels/day as Saudi Arabia's Hormuz bypass. Repair estimates range from days for a partial restart to 6–8 weeks for full capacity. US Energy Secretary says it should be "running back soon." Pipeline r

Pakistan Test captain Babar Azam is set to return to the country’s domestic red-ball circuit for the first time since 2019, with the batter featuring for Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) in the ongoing President’s Trophy Grade-I, the department’s sports head Farah Batool confirmed to Dawn on Monday. Babar’s last domestic first-class appearance came when he led Central Punjab to the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy title, beating Northern by an innings and 16 runs in the final on Dec 30, 2019.

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Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi: Iraq will not become a "launchpad for attacks" against its neighbors. He said the country can help "de-escalate tensions and open avenues for dialogue."