Here’s a concise look at today’s Virginia Times coverage — a mix of global developments, breaking safety updates, and fast-moving political shifts in Nepal. Browse the digest below for quick summaries and direct links to each story.
Ricky Hatton dies at 46
British boxing star Ricky Hatton was found dead at his Greater Manchester home at age 46. Police said there were no suspicious circumstances and the case was referred to the coroner. Hatton rose from small-hall nights to world titles at light-welterweight and welterweight, drawing a massive traveling fan base. He retired with 45 wins and three losses, and his rise defined a generation of British fight nights for fans who followed him across arenas.
Nepal interim cabinet: Karki names three ministers
Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki moved swiftly to fill key posts, appointing Advocate Omprakash Aryal as Home and Law Minister, former Finance Secretary Rameshwar Khanal to Finance, and former NEA chief Kulman Ghising to multiple portfolios including Energy and Infrastructure. Names were sent to the Presidential Office with a swearing-in set for Monday. The picks mark the first stage of cabinet formation as Kathmandu’s interim government takes shape after a tense political transition.
Sumana Shrestha quits Rastriya Swatantra Party
Lawyer-turned-lawmaker Sumana Shrestha announced her resignation from the Rastriya Swatantra Party, writing “I QUIT!” in a blunt post on X. She accused party leaders of ignoring criticism, conducting “media trials” of internal dissenters, and placing the party above the country. The departure landed as Nepal navigates a dissolved Parliament and a caretaker setup. Shrestha had been elected as a proportional representative from the Indigenous category and had emerged as a prominent reform voice.
Rubio condemns Russian drone incursion into Poland
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called a recent Russian drone incursion into Polish airspace “unacceptable,” saying Washington is reviewing the incident with Warsaw and NATO allies. He noted the U.S. is still determining intent while underscoring the risk of escalation on the Alliance’s eastern flank. Rubio is traveling to Israel and the United Kingdom this week for talks on regional security, with consultations expected to feature Ukraine and allied deterrence posture.
Madrid pub gas explosion kills 1, injures 25
Authorities said a gas explosion in a Puente de Vallecas pub left at least one person dead and 25 injured. The blast struck around 3 p.m. at 3 Calle Manuel Maroto, damaging a commercial space converted to housing, the building above it, and the adjacent Mis Tesoros bar. Emergency services reported the fatality early Sunday. Fire officials confirmed a gas blast but said the type, origin, and trigger remain under investigation pending forensic work.
Karki appoints Nepal’s first woman Attorney General
Interim PM Sushila Karki named Savita Bhandari Baral as Attorney General — the first woman to hold the post — after President Ram Chandra Paudel accepted the resignation of AG Ramesh Badal. The move came as Karki began consultations to add five ministers to a temporary cabinet. Karki, a former chief justice, was sworn in Friday following Gen-Z-led protests. With Parliament dissolved, national elections are slated for March 5, 2026 under the current plan.
Barbara Foundation denies ties to Hami Nepal
The Barbara Foundation rejected claims of links to the youth group Hami Nepal, calling the allegations “baseless propaganda.” The organization expressed sorrow over recent protest deaths and urged the public to beware of disinformation. Founded by Barbara Adams, the foundation said it has no financial ties to Hami Nepal, highlighted past pandemic honors for 87 health-care workers, and noted its journalism and heritage initiatives. Officials cited Social Welfare rules in defending its independence.
This wrap-up highlights articles published by Virginia Times on Sunday, September 14, 2025. Coverage reflects what was available at press time and may be updated as stories develop.
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