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Society news — September 19, 2026 - Page 2

Society publications published on September 19, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 2.

36 publications

  2. SocietyLocal GovNorth AmericaPublic Health

    IIT Bombay Student Dies By Suicide After Being Caught Using ChatGPT In Exam

    A second-year student from the Department of Energy Science and Engineering at IIT Bombay died by suicide on Friday evening. During an exam, he was found using a mobile phone and had uploaded the question paper on ChatGPT to seek answers. Despite no disciplinary action taken and assurances given, the student took his own life later that day. This is the third such incident in IIT Bombay's campus in 2026.
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  3. SocietyLawPeaceProtestAsia

    Protesters Target Apple's iPhone 18 Pro Launch Over Child Labor Allegations

    The launch of the iPhone 18 Pro at Apple's Fifth Avenue store was disrupted by protesters from the Heat Initiative, who parked vans with illuminated signs alleging that 'Apple is powered by child sexual abuse.' The protest occurred before the store's official opening by Apple CEO John Ternus, head of retail Deirdre O'Brien, and vice president of worldwide marketing, Greg Joswiak.
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  4. SocietyLocal GovJusticeFoodReligion

    Netflix's 'Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story' - Fact vs. Fiction

    The new Netflix series 'Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story' has sparked debate among viewers due to its creative liberties and romanticized portrayal of Lizzie Borden. While some aspects of the show align with historical records, many plot points and characterizations are fictional. The real-life Lizzie Borden, accused of murdering her parents in 1892, remains an enigma despite the renewed interest generated by the Netflix series.
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  5. SocietyIsraelWhite-collar

    Brydon Carse Cleared of Assault Charges After Police Drop Investigation

    Brydon Carse, the England bowler, will not face charges after Derbyshire police dropped an investigation into an alleged assault in Derby city centre last month. The 31-year-old was arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly during a night out with his Durham teammates following a County Championship win over Derbyshire. He was subsequently dropped from the England squad for their 3-0 Test series win over Pakistan. The cricket regulator will now decide on disciplinary action.
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  6. SocietyLocal GovCivil RightsNorth America

    Ex-President Jonathan Calls for Civil Service Reform, Unified Salary Structure

    Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has advocated for reforms in the country's civil service, including a unified salary structure for both federal and state employees. He made this call during a ceremony in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, where he also emphasized the need for a harmonized civil service structure across all levels of government.
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  7. SocietyFraudLaunderingGrid

    FSSAI Initiates Legal Action Against Nestlé India Over Infant Formula Non-Compliance

    The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has launched three adjudication cases against Nestlé India for alleged non-compliance involving infant formula products. The regulator flagged issues with NAN Excella Pro Stage 1, Lactogen Pro 1, and a Follow-up Formula. The cases involve violations of infant nutrition marketing rules and substandard manufacturing practices.
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  8. SocietyCorruptionAfricaFraud

    Man Injures Woman in Dispute Over Parking Spot in Kokchetav

    A dispute over a parking spot in Kokchetav, Kazakhstan, resulted in a woman being injured. On September 17, the woman parked her 'Lada Vesta' near an exit gate and left. Upon returning, she found a man waiting for her and a dispute ensued. The man allegedly drove his vehicle into the woman, causing facial injuries. Police have opened a criminal case for hooliganism.
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  9. SocietyCorruptionArrestFraud

    Two Arrested for Murder of Yuvraj Singh Manchanda

    Yuvraj Singh Manchanda, a 31-year-old man from Delhi's Sarita Vihar, was found murdered after being reported missing on September 6, 2026. His body was discovered in a drain in Gurugram. The investigation revealed that Anya Vatts, his former office colleague, and Sanjay Sachdeva were involved in his murder. Both have been arrested from Uttarakhand and sent to police custody for five days.
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