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Contents: New Study Discovers That Mammals, Humans Only Have About 250 Million Years Left On Earth Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day A new study has discovered that mammals and humans alike could be wiped out in 250 million years, due to nothing of our own doing. This study suggests that the world will heat up and the continents will merge together to become one supercontinent, Pangaea Ultima. It would be extremely dry, hot, and arid on land, so only marine life and reptiles would survive. Temperatures could reach an average temperature of 131˚F (55˚C) in landlocked areas, and an average of about 50˚F (10˚C) at the poles. Due to current tectonic plate movement, the formation of Pangaea Ultima would increase volcanic activity, causing more carbon dioxide to enter the atmosphere. The sun will also become hotter as time goes on, increasing the radiation that reaches the Earth. Because of this, mammals and humans will die out, and the entire Earth will become much hotter. However, we still have about 250 million years before this happens - well after our lives end - and this is just an approximation, and this is no excuse to stop progress toward our climate goals. That level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere could come a lot sooner if humans don't stop burning fossil fuels. Fact of the Day: Snails may be slow creatures, but they take long naps. One nap can last up to three years! Since they need moisture to survive, they can hibernate up to three years if the conditions aren't right. Quote of the Day: Life is like a camera. Focus on what's important, capture the good times, develop from the negatives, and if things don't work out, just take another shot. (Ziad K. Abdelnour) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Grok (adj)- To grok something is to understand it both profoundly and intuitively. In a Sentence: She enjoyed the deep discussions in her metaphysics class that helped her grok some of the main themes of Western philosophy.

There has recently been some big conflict between India and Canada over the killing of a Sikh leader. Read this special article about the tension by Mihir Gupta here. Contents: Tropical Storm Philippe Forms Over Eastern Atlantic As Ophelia Fizzles Out Upcoming Events Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day As Post-Tropical Storm Ophelia weakens and brings rain to the northeastern US, Tropical Storm Philippe has formed in the east Atlantic. Philippe is very hard to predict, based on its location, so there is a possibility of it hitting the US mainland. However, there is also a possibility of the storm traveling through open waters until it fizzles out in the middle of nowhere. The real threat right now is Ophelia, which is expected to bring some heavy rain to New England, but even that is not too much of a problem. It has been a pretty uneventful Atlantic hurricane season, apart from the devastating Hurricane Idalia. Hurricane Franklin also did some serious damage in Hispaniola, and Hurricane Lee wreaked havoc in Nova Scotia, but most of the other Atlantic hurricanes have been weak and haven't made landfall anywhere. Upcoming Events: International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons (Tuesday, September 26) World Tourism Day (Wednesday, September 27) World Maritime Day (Thursday, September 28) International Day for Universal Access to Information (Thursday, September 28) International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (Friday, September 29) International Translation Day (Saturday, September 30) NRL (National Rugby League) Grand Final (Sunday, October 1) International Day of Older Persons (Sunday, October 1) Fact of the Day: The strongest muscle in the body is the masseter, which is actually your jaw muscle. Quote of the Day: The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. (Lao Tzu) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Lionize (adj)- To lionize someone is to treat them as a person of great interest or importance. In a Sentence: While her name was not attached to her books in her lifetime (she published anonymously), Jane Austen continues two centuries hence to be lionized as one of the English language's greatest novelists.

This is our 300th blog post on Your News Hub! However, we would like to apologize for a slight mistake in yesterday's daily update where Upcoming Events was not included. The article has been updated, and you can read it here. Contents: Usher Confirmed As Primary Singer For Super Bowl LVIII Severe Drought In Louisiana Leads To Saltwater Intrusion And Lack of Drinking Water Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Today's main news is that Usher has been confirmed as the main singer in this year's Super Bowl LVIII, which is the final game of the NFL season. There was some big speculation over some kind of boy band like Backstreet Boys or a reunion of NSYNC, but Usher isn't exactly a disappointment. In fact, he is the opposite. Many fans say his concerts go all out, so NFL fans are expecting a fun show on Sunday, February 11, 2024. On another note, Ophelia may have officially fizzled out, but one area of the US is under severe drought conditions- and it's not the west. Louisiana and southern Texas are struggling in hot, arid conditions that causing power stations to fail in the heat. About 5,000 people are out of power in Texas, but the real crisis is water in Louisiana. Salt water has intruded the drinking water supply of the Plaquemines Parish amid this drought on the Mississippi, and it is spreading up the river. They are seeing saltwater intrusion more and more as the drought worsens, which is leading to some big problems for Louisiana. Fact of the Day: An almond and a peach are part of the same family. Quote of the Day: The key to success is not through achievement but through enthusiasm. (Malcolm Forbes) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Quorum (noun)- Quorum refers to the smallest number of people who must be present at a meeting in order for official decisions to be made. Broadly speaking, quorum may refer to any select group. In a Sentence: The organization's charter states that a quorum of at least seven board members must be present before any voting can take place.

On September 21, 2023, India announced that it would be suspending visa services for Canadian citizens. Why did this happen? Why are two close allies fighting with each other? Let’s find out. It all started in 1948, when Sikh rebels fought the Indian government for the creation of a Sikh state called Khalistan. The government put down the rebellion, but some rebels moved to Canada. There the movement was kept up, and it continues till today. One of the leaders of these present-day rebels, Hardeep Singh Najjar, received Canadian citizenship. He ran a plumbing business while organizing rallies for the independence of Khalistan. The Indian government asserted that Nijjar was a terrorist for even the idea of the Sikh state. Then on June 18, 2023, Nijjar was shot and killed in the parking lot of a Sikh temple in Surrey, British Columbia. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was outraged, and told public media in September 2023 that the Indian government was responsible for the killing. India responded by creating a tit-for-tat involving travel advisories and callbacks on diplomats between the two countries. Indian foreign ministry spokesperon Arindam Bagchi on September 21 called Canada a “safe haven for terrorists.” What will happen next? Will Canada admit they need to do better? Will India admit that they killed Nijjar? Check back later to find out. By Mihir Gupta This is a developing story, and updates will come soon.

Contents: Tropical Storm Ophelia Weakens to Tropical Depression Over Virginia Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Ophelia has now become a tropical depression, and is now hovering over Maryland and Virginia as it fizzles out. It became a tropical storm in the Atlantic a few days ago before making landfall in North Carolina, but it hasn't done too much damage. Ophelia brought strong winds of 70 mph and heavy rain, causing about 30,000 power outages on the East Coast, but it hasn't done much more than that. However, it drenched North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware, and it expected to deliver some more heavy rain to New England later this week. Fact of the Day: Australia is actually wider than the moon. The moon's width sits at 3,400 km (2113 mi), while Australia's width is about 4,000 km (2485 mi). Quote of the Day: The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. (Lao Tzu) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Tenebrous (adj)- Tenebrous is a formal word that is often used as a synonym of gloomy. It also can be used to describe dark, unlit places (as in “the tenebrous abyss”) or things that are difficult to understand (as in “a tenebrous tangle of lies”). In a Sentence: The neighborhood children made sure never to approach the abandoned mansion, which sat tenebrous and foreboding at the top of the hill.

Contents: Tropical Storm Ophelia Makes Landfall in North Carolina Volcanic Smog Causes Health Warning In Manila Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Tropical Storm Ophelia has made landfall in North Carolina, delivering intense rain and winds of over 70 mph. Tropical Storm Warnings are in place all the way up to Maryland, and various marine warnings stretch from Florida to Massachusetts. Ophelia is currently passing through North Carolina and will soon move into Virginia before hitting Washington DC and Baltimore as a Post-Tropical Cyclone. It will then fizzle out near Philadelphia, but will remain a strong storm as it moves through New York and the rest of New England. However, somehow, the rest of the southeast (apart from the Carolinas) will remain mostly dry, with states like Georgia, Florida, and Tennessee receiving no impact. The Philippine capital of Manila is now under a health warning after a nearby volcano caused large amounts of smog and volcanic gases to cover the city. The active Taal volcano spewed out sulfur dioxide and other volcanic gases on Friday morning, provoking schools to close and outdoor transportation to come to a halt. The smog was caused by an upwelling of lava and other fluids inside the volcano, and it can cause harmful irritation in the eyes, nose, and throat. Fact of the Day: There is a McDonald's on every continent except Antarctica. Quote of the Day: It's easier to go down a hill than up it, but the view is much better at the top. (Henry Ward Beecher) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Mesmerize (verb)- Mesmerize means "to hold the attention of someone entirely; to interest or amaze someone so much that nothing else is seen or noticed." The word is often used in the phrase "be mesmerized." In a Sentence: The crowd was mesmerized by the flawlessly synchronous movements of the acrobats.

Contents: Potential Tropical Cyclone 16 Forms In Atlantic, Could Cause Problems For US East Coast Torrential Rain Strikes London, Another Round on the Way Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Potential Tropical Cyclone 16 has just formed in the Atlantic Ocean with winds of about 35 mph, and it could cause some problems on the East Coast of the US. The storm has provoked Tropical Storm Warnings on the North Carolina coast, and Tropical Weather Statements all the way up through Maryland. It is expected to make landfall on Saturday morning as a tropical storm and winds of 60 mph, and later fizzle out near New Jersey and New York as a post-tropical cyclone. Marine warnings are also in place from Chesapeake Bay up to Cape Cod to tell people to watch out for dangerous rip currents and large waves that could be caused by the storm. On another note, torrential rain has been striking London this week, with roads turning into rivers as the downpours continue. Gusts of over 50-60 mph were reported in some areas and over 1.5 inches of rain fell in just 2-3 hours. Rescue crews are being dispatched all over the city, helping people whose homes have been flooded or people trapped in cars. Trains have been canceled and cars have been stranded in the high waters, and there is more rain on the way. However, thankfully, this next round of rain shouldn't be as bad as the last. Fact of the Day: It is physically impossible to sneeze with your eyes open. However, the popular myth that your eyes would pop out of your head if you did this is actually not true. Sneezing with your eyes closed is just a reflex, but keeping your eyes open when sneezing has caused intense pain for some people in the past- so you might not want to try it! Quote of the Day: To succeed in life, you need three things: a wishbone, a backbone, and a funny bone. (Reba McIntire) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Regimen (noun)- Regimen refers to a plan or set of rules about food, exercise, etc., designed to make someone become or stay healthy. In a Sentence: Sherry’s personal trainer at the gym started her on a workout regimen of 30 minutes on the treadmill followed by 30 minutes of weight training.

Contents: UN General Assembly Gets Underway, Important Topics At Hand Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Today's only news is all about the UN General Assembly in New York City, which is addressing many important issues this year, such as the war in Ukraine, political issues in West Africa, and climate change. This year's 78th annual main assembly will last 6 days, as usual, but end one day later (September 26) due to an absence of a meeting on the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur, which takes place on Monday. Now, let's dive into what topics they will be addressing. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged countries to help stop the war between Ukraine and Russia, but allowing Ukraine into NATO at this moment would spark a potential World War III. Also, recent coups and uprisings in countries like Sudan and Niger have caused a lot of conflict, which will also be an important topic to address in this meeting. Meanwhile, there has been a lot of focus on climate change, and meeting the UN Sustainability Goals by 2030 (as well as other goals) is their main topic. The sustainability goals consist of 17 goals to make the world a better place- read more about them here. Numerous developing countries are urging wealthier countries to contribute more to helping stop climate change and phase out fossil fuels faster- we are stopping their use at a very slow pace right now. More discussion is set to go on through Monday, which could give way to some big decisions. Fact of the Day: A shrimp's heart is in its head - along with other important organs like the stomach and brain - for extra protection compared to the lower half or its body. Quote of the Day: If you want to achieve greatness, stop asking for permission. (Eddie Colla) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Churlish (adj)- Churlish is a formal word that means “irritable and rude.” In a Sentence: It would be churlish not to congratulate the winning team because we lost the match.

Contents: New "Electric Tarantula" Discovered In Southern Thailand Nipah Virus On The Rise In Kerala, India Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day A new tarantula has just been discovered in southern Thailand, and it is extremely unique. The newly discovered Chilobrachys natanicharum, or as most people call it, the electric tarantula, is only found in the southern mangrove forests of Thailand, and it has been given that nickname because it literally looks electric. The spiders glow a bright iridescent blue, but the colors slightly vary based on the gender. Female and young males have more purple hairs than the bright metallic blue in adult males. The blue color on them is a very rare phenomenon in nature, but this spider is in danger due to logging and loss of habitat. On another note, officials claim that the Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala, India is under control, despite the number of people on the contact list spiraling to about 1,200. 6 cases have been confirmed so far, and all are under control, thankfully. The Nipah virus has a fatality rate of about 40% to 75%, depending on the outbreak, and is transferred from animals to humans. The main carrier of the virus are fruit bats, and it is transmitted through direct contact with any infected animal or their waste. Masks and social distancing rules are kicking in, giving many people déjà vu of the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020, but this is much less severe and much less contagious. Fact of the Day: Rubber bands last longer when they are refrigerated. The cold temperatures cause the polymers in the material to relax, making it stretchier and last longer. Quote of the Day: Whatever you do, always give 100%. Unless you're donating blood. (Bill Murray) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Pontificate (verb)- To pontificate is to speak or express an opinion about something in a pompous or dogmatic way. In a Sentence: Stan loves to hear himself talk and will often pontificate on even the most trivial issues.

Germany's Oktoberfest has commenced, with the popular festival officially starting last Saturday and it goes through October 3. It is the world's largest festival of Bavarian culture, which is a culture specifically in the state of Bavaria in the southeast corner of Germany. It is famous mainly for beer, music, and theater, and millions of people travel to Munich every Oktoberfest for the folk festival. Now, let's dive into today's news. Contents: Libya Floods Death Toll Drops By Over 7,000 Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Today's only news is that the death toll in Libya has been reconfirmed, and it is much lower than previously expected. UN estimates from last week said that about 11,300 people died in the floods, but it has actually been lowered to 4,000. However, over 9,000 people are still missing. The terrible infrastructure was the main contributor to the storm, as two crumbling dams collapsed when the storm arrived, sending a massive flood down the river. A lack of a good warning system failed to alert the residents of Derna, the town most affected by the floods, to the massive wave of water rushing down the river, leading to thousands of people dying because they were sleeping- it was about 11 pm. Also, most buildings near the river were quickly washed away due to the aging structures. Climate change also made the disaster worse, with stronger storms affecting more areas and bringing more catastrophic weather events. Fact of the Day: Oktoberfest is named after the month of October, but it actually starts on September 16 and only runs through 3 days of October this year. Quote of the Day: We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them. (Albert Einstein) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Zenith (noun)- Zenith refers to the strongest or most successful period of time for a person or thing. In a Sentence: At the zenith of her music career in the early 2000s, she released her best-selling album to date.