Aerosmith & Yungblud preview collaborative single “My Only Angel”
Aerosmith teamed with British artist Yungblud to unveil studio teasers for “My Only Angel,” their first original track in over a decade. The posts stop short of a release date but signal a full campaign after their VMAs collaboration honoring Ozzy Osbourne. Pre-save links are circulating as teams tease more details. The track pairs Steven Tyler’s classic rock grit with Yungblud’s punk edge, promising a cross-generational, high-energy cut for fall playlists.
Trump says U.S. carried out second strike on alleged Venezuelan drug boat
President Donald Trump said U.S. forces conducted a second “kinetic strike” targeting suspected drug-trafficking “narcoterrorists” in international waters under U.S. Southern Command. Three people were reported killed, with no U.S. casualties. The statement framed the action as part of a continuing campaign against networks moving illegal narcotics toward the United States. Details on timing and precise location were not disclosed, and authorities indicated additional operations could follow as intelligence dictates.
White House outlines plan to deploy federal resources, National Guard to Memphis
The White House promoted a crime-reduction push in Memphis that could include National Guard support alongside federal resources. The plan is being positioned as a response to violent-crime trends, with officials arguing for rapid reinforcement of local capability. Statements emphasized coordination with local leaders while maintaining federal oversight. The move sparked immediate debate over scope, timelines, and metrics for success, as residents and officials consider operational impacts across neighborhoods.
Apple releases iOS 26 with “Liquid Glass” look and new Intelligence features
Apple rolled out iOS 26, highlighting a “Liquid Glass” aesthetic that adds translucent, reflective elements to icons, widgets, and controls. The update expands Apple Intelligence, introduces Visual Intelligence for on-screen understanding, and includes new call-screening tools. Lock Screen typography adapts around Live Activities, and motion-responsive wallpapers add depth. Eligible devices can install via Settings, as users weigh performance, privacy changes, and workflow tweaks across Apple’s native apps.
Infinity Holdings denies ties to Sudan Gurung since COVID-era aid
Infinity Holdings, part of Shankar Group, said it has had no dealings with Sudan Gurung or his organization since partnering with Hami Nepal during COVID-19 relief work. The firm framed the collaboration as time-bound corporate social responsibility, noting public disclosures at the time. Infinity said recent reports linking its leaders to external political or institutional agendas are inaccurate, reiterating that no post-pandemic affiliations exist with the group or Gurung.
Türkiye unearths 4,500-year-old idols at Tavşanlı Höyük
Türkiye’s culture minister announced finds at Tavşanlı Höyük in Kütahya province, including marble, bone, and fired-clay idols from roughly 4,500 years ago. Seven human-shaped figures discovered around a hearth illuminate ritual practices, while unfinished ceramics reveal production steps. Excavations remain limited but are expected to continue into December, with authorities crediting museum teams and scientists for work that could refine understanding of Western Anatolia’s Bronze Age society.
TikTok U.S.–China talks: Trump signals progress
President Trump said trade talks with China “went very well” and hinted at movement on TikTok ownership issues. He indicated plans to speak with President Xi on Friday, suggesting a possible framework coming into focus. The statement adds pressure to ongoing negotiations over data controls, governance, and U.S. market continuity for the app. Any deal will face legal scrutiny and Congressional attention given national-security and competition concerns.
Zelenskyy presses for Patriot systems, PURL funds ahead of winter
Ukraine’s president urged that air-defense commitments be fully delivered before winter, citing decisions made at Ramstein and agreements with partners in Washington and Paris. He also pointed to progress under the Pentagon’s Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (PURL) for procuring U.S. systems. Kyiv views Patriots and interceptors as critical to shield power infrastructure and cities from renewed strikes, with September–October framed as a decisive window to lock in deliveries.
India’s Supreme Court stays parts of Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025
India’s top court paused enforcement of provisions requiring a five-year adherence to Islam for creating a waqf and curbing district collectors’ final say on property and income records. The bench suggested verification mechanisms and judicial forums, like waqf tribunals, should handle title disputes. The interim order leaves other parts of the law intact, while stakeholders weigh implications for state boards, courts, and management of religious endowments nationwide.
Nepal to build Gen-Z Memorial Park; national day of mourning set
Nepal’s interim government announced a Gen-Z Memorial Park to honor 72 people killed during protests against corruption and a social-media ban. Officials said the site is yet to be finalized and declared a day of mourning on Ashoj 1 (Sept. 17). The Home and Law Minister emphasized remembrance and national reflection, as authorities review security decisions from Bhadra 23–24 and civil groups press for accountability measures and reforms.
This wrap-up reflects Virginia Times coverage published on Monday, September 15, 2025.
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