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22/09/2026

22/09/2026

The First Few Minutes That Shaped the Universe

One-tenth of a second. That’s so short that you can’t even complete a full blink. Yet, in the entire history of the universe, some of the most important processes took place within incredibly brief moments like this.

This was just after the Big Bang. Remember, the Big Bang does not explain why the universe came into existence. It describes what happened during the earliest moments after it began expanding. And those moments laid the foundation for everything we see today.

To understand this period, imagine a large cooking pot at a wedding in Lahore. When the pot is freshly placed over the fire, it is so hot that nothing can settle inside. Add rice, and everything keeps moving—it cannot form properly. The early universe was somewhat like that, only unimaginably hotter.

At first, the universe was so hot that particles could not stay together. They would interact, but the extreme heat and energy quickly broke apart newly formed combinations. Nothing could remain stable for long.

Then the universe began to expand. And as the universe expands, it cools.

About three minutes after the Big Bang, an important turning point occurred. The temperature had dropped enough for a new combination to survive: a proton and neutron joining together to form deuterium, a heavy form of hydrogen.

Pause for a moment. That is the key point: before this, such combinations were destroyed almost immediately. Now, the universe had cooled enough for them to survive.

Once the first deuterium nuclei survived, the process accelerated. Deuterium combined with other particles to form helium. Within just a few minutes, the universe had produced three main light elements: hydrogen, helium, and a very small amount of lithium.

That was basically it.

There was no significant carbon, oxygen, or iron yet. Those heavier elements were produced much later inside stars.

By around 20 minutes, this early window for nuclear reactions had largely closed. The expanding universe had cooled too much for further significant nuclear fusion to continue. The basic composition established during this period—roughly 75% hydrogen and 25% helium by mass—has remained broadly similar ever since, although stars have gradually converted some hydrogen into heavier elements.

What amazes me is that the basic chemical ingredients of the universe were largely determined during those first few minutes. Stars formed, lived, exploded, and were born again—but the universe's original supply of hydrogen and helium remained the foundation for everything that followed.

This is not simply an educated guess. Observations of the cosmic microwave background and measurements of light elements agree broadly with predictions from Big Bang nucleosynthesis, the scientific term for the early-universe period when the lightest elements were formed.

Think about it: the hydrogen atoms in your body ultimately trace their origins back to the first few minutes of the universe.

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22/09/2026

CENTCOM Says Tanker Was Hit by Iranian Missile and Later Targeted by Drone

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has rejected claims by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) that the Panama-flagged oil tanker Alghaya struck a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz.

According to CENTCOM, the tanker was initially hit by an Iranian missile last month, leaving the vessel out of service.

The US command said the tanker was later targeted by an Iranian drone over the weekend while it was anchored in waters off Oman.

Tanker Being Towed

CENTCOM said a regional partner is currently towing the damaged tanker to a safe location.

The command disputed the IRGC’s account of the incident and described the claim that the tanker struck a naval mine as false.

CENTCOM also said the incident comes amid broader tensions surrounding commercial shipping and navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

Rising Maritime Tensions

The latest incident adds to growing security concerns around one of the world’s most important maritime routes. The Strait of Hormuz is a major transit route for global energy shipments, and attacks or disruptions involving commercial vessels can increase concerns over regional and international shipping security.

According to CENTCOM, the tanker’s reported missile and drone attacks are part of continuing tensions between the United States and Iran in the region.

Note: The details about the tanker being struck by an Iranian missile and later targeted by a drone are based on the US CENTCOM account. Iran’s IRGC gave a different account, saying the vessel struck a naval mine. The two versions remain disputed.

22/09/2026

🚨 One Missile, Multiple Targets: Pakistan’s “Ababeel” Missile and the Fear of Advanced MIRV Technology! 🇵🇰🚀⚡

When Pakistan crossed a major long-range missile milestone with the Shaheen-3, the biggest question among defense experts was: “What comes next?”

The answer emerged as the Ababeel missile — an advanced weapon reportedly designed around technology that could pose a challenge to conventional missile-defense systems.

📌 What is MIRV technology and why is it important?

🔹 One missile, multiple warheads:
The Ababeel is associated with MIRV (Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicles) technology. This means that, after reaching the appropriate phase of flight, a missile equipped with MIRVs can release multiple re-entry vehicles capable of being directed toward different targets.

🔹 A challenge for ballistic missile defense:
If an adversary has advanced air-defense or ballistic-missile defense systems, multiple incoming warheads, potentially combined with decoys, can make detection and interception more difficult. However, the effectiveness of such systems depends on the specific missile-defense technology and operational circumstances.

🔹 Strategic balance:
Such technology is viewed as part of the broader strategic balance, because it can potentially increase the difficulty of defending against a ballistic-missile attack rather than simply extending the missile’s range.

📌 The Defense Debate

Can conventional air-defense and missile-defense systems effectively counter increasingly advanced technologies such as MIRVs, maneuverable re-entry vehicles and hypersonic systems in future conflicts?

Share your opinion in the comments! 👇

15/09/2026

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15/09/2026

BREAKING: Israeli warplanes are carrying out air strikes on the towns of Hanin and Qantara in southern Lebanon, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency.

15/09/2026

Sudan aid networks at risk of collapse, UN agencies warn

15/09/2026

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed that Malaysia does not recognize Israel, maintaining the country’s long-standing foreign policy position. He stated that Malaysia’s stance on the issue has remained unchanged for decades.

15/09/2026

Government Raises Petrol and Diesel Prices Again

People in Pakistan are once again facing higher petroleum prices. The government has increased the price of petrol by Rs. 3.05 per litre and high-speed diesel by Rs. 5.37 per litre.

Following the increase, petrol now costs Rs. 370.80 per litre, while high-speed diesel has risen to Rs. 398.04 per litre.

Significant Increase in Just a Few Days

Before the latest increase, petrol was being sold at Rs. 358.77 per litre and diesel at Rs. 381.77 per litre on September 8.

This means that within just a few days, the price of petrol has increased by approximately Rs. 12.03 per litre, while diesel has become Rs. 16.27 per litre more expensive.

Global Crude Oil Prices Rise

The major reason cited for the increase is the sharp rise in crude oil prices in international markets. According to reports, Brent crude surpassed $100 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) also climbed above the $100 mark.

Ongoing tensions in the Middle East have created uncertainty in global energy markets, with the impact being felt in Pakistan’s domestic petroleum prices as well.

Additional Financial Burden on Consumers

Higher petrol and diesel prices are expected to increase transportation and freight costs, while also putting additional pressure on the prices of everyday goods.

The continued rise in diesel prices could particularly affect the cost of transporting goods and overall business expenses, potentially placing an additional financial burden on consumers.

The new prices came into effect on September 11, 2026.

15/09/2026

Houthis Launch Another Wave of Attacks on Saudi Military Targets

Yemen’s Houthi movement has claimed responsibility for another major series of attacks against military targets in Saudi Arabia, saying it used dozens of drones and missiles in the operation.

According to the Houthis, the attacks targeted several military and strategic sites inside Saudi Arabia. The group said the strikes were carried out in response to Saudi military operations against Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen.

Dozens of Drones and Missiles Claimed

A Houthi military spokesman claimed that dozens of drones and ballistic missiles were launched toward Saudi targets.

The group said the attacks were aimed at military installations and other important facilities. However, details about the number of weapons that successfully reached their targets could not be independently verified.

Saudi authorities said their air-defense systems intercepted and destroyed a number of incoming drones and missiles. Reports also indicated that some locations were damaged and that fires were reported following the attacks.

Residents Describe a Terrifying Night

The attacks reportedly caused widespread fear among residents in affected areas.

Some people described hearing explosions and the sounds of air-defense systems throughout the night. One resident summed up the situation by saying:

> “The situation was so frightening that we could not sleep all night.”

The repeated explosions and missile interceptions reportedly left residents concerned about further attacks.

Saudi Arabia’s Southern Regions Affected

The attacks were reported in areas including Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Najran, regions that have previously been targeted by Houthi missile and drone attacks.

Saudi officials said efforts were underway to assess the damage and deal with the consequences of the attacks.

Risk of Further Escalation

The latest strikes come amid continuing tensions between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia and could further increase security concerns across the region.

The Houthis have repeatedly warned that they will continue targeting Saudi military and strategic facilities if military operations against them continue.

The attacks also raise concerns over the security of airports, energy infrastructure and other critical facilities in Saudi Arabia.

Important: Claims about the number of drones and missiles were made by the Houthis and should be treated as claims unless independently verified.