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Contents: 13 Dead, Multiple Others Hospitalized After Deadly Nightclub Shooting In Spain FEMA Alert Scheduled For Wednesday At 2:20 PM EDT, No Reason To Be Alarmed Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day At least 13 people are dead after a disastrous nightclub fire in Spain, and multiple others have been hospitalized. The fire took place at the Teatre nightclub in the city of Murcia, but the cause of the fire is not yet known. However, officials did find out that the nightclub lacked proper licensing and was ordered to be shut down in 2022, but the police did not enforce it and the managers got by without one. Due to this, the nightclub didn't have a capacity limit, and it may not even have had an emergency exit. Rescue crews are now rushing into action to save any survivors, and officials are working hard to discover the cause. Still, this is still the worst nightclub fire since 1990, when 43 people were killed in a fire in the northeastern city of Zaragoza. On another note, if you live in the United States, watch out for a test of the national emergency alert system tomorrow at 2:20 pm EDT. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has expected that a test will take place tomorrow where all phones that are switched on and within reach of a cell tower will receive a screeching alarm and a message that says “THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is needed.” Meanwhile, radios and TVs will broadcast a different message that says “This is a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System, issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, covering the United States from 14:20 to 14:50 hours ET. This is only a test. No action is required by the public.” The messages on phones, radios, and televisions will run for 30 minutes, but you will be able to switch off the alarm after you receive the message. Fact of the Day: In one lifetime, the average human makes enough saliva to fill 50 bathtubs! Quote of the Day: Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase. (Martin Luther King Jr.) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Confection (noun)- Confection usually refers to a sweet prepared food item made to be eaten as a treat, but it can also refer to the act or process of confecting something—in other words, preparing or assembling it. In addition, confection can refer to a medical preparation usually made with sugar, syrup, or honey; a work of fine or elaborate craftmanship; or a light but entertaining theatrical, cinematic, or literary work. In a Sentence: Their mouths watered at the sight of the delicious cakes and other confections.

Contents: Indians Given One More Week to Return and Exchange All 2,000 Rupee Notes Upcoming Events Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Everyone living in India has been given a week longer to come and return the no-longer-in-use 2,000 rupee note, which was taken out of action by the Reserve Bank of India in May. The note was introduced in 2016 as a part of the government's effort to demonetize the economy and curb black money and corruption, but the RBI stopped printing notes in 2019. Notes are now being returned and exchanged because the central bank is trying to stop the circulation of high-value notes, and it is working. 96% of all 2,000 rupee notes have been returned and exchanged, as there were 3.56 trillion rupees in the form of 2,000 rupee notes around India in May, and that number had been curbed to 140 billion rupees by September 29. Now, in a last chance effort to make the percentage of notes returned to 100%, the government is extending the deadline to return the notes by a week, making the new date October 7. If you still have some, you can return them at any of the RBI's 19 issue offices around India, otherwise they will no longer be considered legal tender after the deadline. Upcoming Events: Nobel Prize Week Kicks Off (Monday, October 2) World Habitat Day (Monday, October 2) International Day of Non-Violence (Monday, October 2) Major League Baseball Postseason Begins (Tuesday, October 3) World Space Week Kicks Off (Wednesday, October 4) World Teachers' Day (Thursday, October 5) Cricket ODI World Cup Begins (Thursday, October 5) Season 2 of Marvel Studios' Loki Comes Out (Thursday, October 5) World Cotton Day (Saturday, October 7) Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix (Sunday, October 8) Fact of the Day: The word "strengths" is the longest word in the English language that only contains one vowel. Quote of the Day: If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door. (Milton Berle) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Echt (adj)- Echt is an adjective used mostly in formal or literary speech and writing as a synonym of authentic, genuine, and true. In a Sentence: An echt New Englander wouldn’t dream of putting tomatoes in their clam chowder.

Today is the first day of October! Woohoo! Contents: US Government Passes Stopgap Bill, Barely Avoiding Shutdown Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Today's only big news is that the US government has passed a bill that avoids the once-looming threat of a government shutdown, which would have been terrible for the country's economy. To read about all of the potential threats of a government shutdown, click here. The House and Senate passed a stopgap bill just hours before the required deadline that will extend government funding until November 17 to give them more time to pass the required 12 bills that would give the government funds to run itself. The deadline is October 1, because that is the beginning of the new fiscal year. Thankfully, the bill has been passed, and the shutdown is not looming in the near future anymore. Fact of the Day: German chocolate cake was invented in Texas- it is named after its inventor, Sam German. Quote of the Day: If you can't change your fate, change your attitude. (Amy Tan) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Palmy (adj)- Palmy describes something that is flourishing or marked by prosperity, or something that is abounding in or bearing palms. In a Sentence: They moved to a palmy suburb with lots of new homes and parks.

Contents: State of Emergency Declared As Heavy Rain Strikes NYC Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Today's only big news is that a state of emergency was declared in New York City as heavy rain caused life-threatening flooding that quickly inundated the city yesterday. Over 2.5 inches of rain were reported in one hour in some parts of the city, which caused a big problem for roadways- the city's drainage system is only built to handle 1.75 inches per hour. Subway systems rapidly filled with water as the rain seeped underground, and streets and roads were closed due to the floods. At least one terminal at the LaGuardia airport (LGA) was closed temporarily, but has since reopened. The Hudson River also burst its banks, covering all roads around Manhattan with water- it's good that everyone lives in high-rises! However, parking decks were also inundated during the storms, and numerous cars were washed away. Thankfully, no injuries or deaths have been reported. Fact of the Day: You get goosebumps when you're scared to make yourself look bigger. Our ancestors needed to look big and scary when attacked, so the body developed goosebumps for this purpose- it happens to other animals too! Just try scaring a cat or dog, and you'll see that their fur fluffs out, which is actually tiny goosebumps on their skin making the hair follicles stand up. Quote of the Day: The best way to make your dreams come true is to wake up. (Paul Valery) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Coax (verb)- To coax a person or animal is to influence or persuade them to do something by talking in a gentle and friendly way. Coax can also be used when someone is working to bring about something desired with great perseverance and usually with considerable effort. In a Sentence: It took almost an hour to coax the cat down from the tree.

Contents: Famous Tree in Sycamore Gap Cut Down By Vandal Tropical Storm Rina Forms, Chance of Merge With Philippe Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Sadly, the famous Sycamore Gap tree in Northumberland National Park, United Kingdom, has been cut down, and a teenager has been arrested in connection to it. Officials called it a "deliberate act of vandalism," and the entire community is deeply shocked and saddened by the incident. The Sycamore Gap is a famous landmark located along the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hadrian's Wall in the northern UK, where a lone sycamore tree stands in between two large hills. The area was famous for its picturesque views of the sunset and night sky, and the tree was the main character in its natural beauty. However, a 16-year-old boy cut the tree down on Wednesday night, which has forever destroyed the landmark that was once an icon of the northern United Kingdom. On another note, Tropical Storm Rina has just formed not far from Tropical Storm Philippe in the eastern Atlantic, and some forecasts say they could even merge into one storm. Philippe formed as a tropical depression on September 23 and is now taking a slow turn south to brush by the Lesser Antilles before it comes back up, but it is only carrying winds of 45 mph and some light rain. However, Rina has about the same strength but is moving much faster, which increases the chances of the Fujiwhara Effect taking place. The Fujiwhara Effect is a term coined for when two tropical systems merge, and it is very rare. The two systems spin around each other until the weaker one crashes into the other, creating one stronger storm. However, even if the storms merge, it is unlikely that it will make landfall anywhere- they will probably just fizzle out in the Atlantic. Fact of the Day: Scotland's national animal is the unicorn. In Celtic mythology, it represents chivalry, dominance, innocence, and purity. Quote of the Day: One day or day one. You decide. (Paulo Coelho) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Fervid (adj)- Fervid is a somewhat formal word describing people or things that express, or are expressive of, strong feelings. In a Sentence: Many of the movie franchise’s most fervid fans camped outside of theaters for days leading up to the new installment’s opening night.

Contents: Looming Government Shutdown Threatens US Travelers, Poses Big Problem For Economy Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day The US government is in trouble, and it could be a big problem for any American planning to travel. Each year, the government has to pass a certain 12 bills to keep its spending going before October 1, the beginning of a new fiscal year. If they do not pass the bills before October 1, funding will stop and all unnecessary government functions will come to a halt- this is called a shutdown. For example, national parks could close as soon as Sunday, which could disrupt thousands of travel plans all across the country. Because of this, the US travel industry could lose up to $140 million a day! However, Medicaid, Medicare, veterans' benefits, and Social Security checks would continue, as they are considered mandatory spending, and active-duty military personnel would still report to their posts. On the other hand, air traffic controllers and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers would continue to work, but they wouldn't be paid- a shutdown means that the government can't pay its employees. This would ensure that airports stay open, but more flight delays and screening time increases are expected. The only people who would still receive their pay are the president and members of Congress, which are required to be paid by law. Unfortunately, Congress is nowhere near passing the 12 bills before the new fiscal year begins. The House has only passed 1 bill, and the Senate hasn't passed any of them- meaning that a shutdown is definitely looming in the near future. Fact of the Day: The brain is actually the fattest part of the human body- 60% of your brain is fat! Quote of the Day: Life is like a grindstone. Whether it grinds you down or polishes you up depends on what you're made of. (Jacob M. Braude) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Nepotism (adj)- Nepotism refers to favoritism based on kinship, and especially to the unfair practice of giving jobs and other favors to relatives. In a Sentence: It was strongly believed that nepotism played a role in helping Jessica get the sales manager position at her cousin's store.

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.