MANILA, Philippines—Filipino athlete Hokett Delos Santos earned a wild card entry to the upcoming Atletang Ayala World Pole Vault Challenge on Saturday.

Following his impressive victory at the National Pole Vault Challenge held at Ayala Triangle Gardens, it was announced that Delos Santos will join 10 world-class competitors in the global event.

The prestigious showcase is set to take place on Sunday, featuring top pole vaulters from around the world.
https://sports.inquirer.net/640936/hokett-delos-santos-joins-star-studded-ayala-world-pole-vault-meet

Apple has announced plans to ramp up production of its latest iPhone 17 model. This decision comes in response to the stellar demand observed during the pre-order phase.

The strong consumer interest highlights the popularity of the new features and design improvements introduced in the iPhone 17. Apple aims to meet the growing demand by increasing manufacturing capacity to ensure timely availability for customers.

Stay tuned for more updates on availability and shipping timelines as Apple scales up production to keep up with high market demand.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/science/high-demand-drives-apple-to-increase-iphone-17-production/story

Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem has urged Saudi Arabia to pursue reconciliation and unite against Israel amid escalating strikes in southern Lebanon.

Qassem called on Riyadh to open a new page of relations with Hezbollah, emphasizing that the group’s arms are directed solely at Israel.

His appeal comes as Israel’s raids continue to kill civilians, despite existing ceasefire terms.
https://www.mid-day.com/news/world-news/article/hezbollah-urges-saudi-arabia-to-reconcile-and-unite-against-israel-amid-lebanon-strikes-23594940

“When I walk into a theater, I’m at home,” the actor said.

“And when I walk out on the stage, it’s the most comfortable place for me to be.”
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/20/theater/richard-thomas-mark-twain.html

Far Eastern University and Ateneo will square off to usher in the start of the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament on Saturday.

One team is hoping to shrug off the massive loss of its star player, while the other aims to bounce back from a rare absence in the Final Four.

Their highly anticipated game is set to kick off the season with excitement and determination from both sides.
https://sports.inquirer.net/640870/tamaraws-eagles-take-first-step-in-road-to-redemption

While institutional money continues to pour into Ethereum and validators queue up in record numbers, the harsh reality remains: network congestion and gas fee volatility could derail ETH’s ambitious $10,000 price prediction by 2026.

However, smart contrarians aren’t dismissing this target entirely. Instead, they’re hedging their bets with Layer Brett’s presale, which has already raised over $3.78 million and is offering an impressive 689% APY.

The post Ethereum Price Forecast For 2026: Could ETH Price Exceed $10,000 in 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.
https://blockonomi.com/ethereum-price-forecast-for-2026-could-eth-price-exceed-10000-in-2026/

The first day of running at the F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix is done and dusted.

Lewis Hamilton topped the standings, delivering a performance that surely brought a smile to his face.

It was an eventful session, setting an exciting tone for the rest of the race weekend. Fans can look forward to more thrilling action as the competition heats up.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/f1/2025-f1-azerbaijan-gp-qualifying-predictions

Angel Reese took the next big step on her route to becoming a superstar.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-i-keep-motherf-ing-receipts-angel-reese-flexes-haters-signature-shoe-sells-5-hours

  MANILA, Philippines — The new right-of-way law recently signed by President Marcos is expected to accelerate the development of infrastructure projects nationwide. These projects include roads, bridges, energy and water systems, and schools.

Frederick Go, Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs, said the Accelerated and Reformed Right-of-Way Act will hasten the…
https://business.inquirer.net/548029/arrow-law-seen-boosting-critical-infrastructure-projects

**Helius Launches Latest Solana Treasury with $500 Million Private Placement**

*Posted on BitcoinEthereumNews.com*

Nasdaq-listed Helius Medical Technologies (HSDT) announced on Friday, September 19, the completion of a $500 million private placement to establish a Solana treasury reserve. This transaction included common stock and stapled warrants, structured to potentially raise more than $1.25 billion if all warrants are exercised.

The $500 million investment, co-led by Pantera Capital and Summer Capital, positions Helius as the second-largest Solana treasury holder, trailing only Forward Industries, which has amassed total holdings exceeding $1.6 billion according to SentoraResearch.

Helius Medical’s treasury strategy focuses on holding SOL as its core reserve asset, citing Solana’s approximately 7% native staking yield as a competitive advantage over non-yield-bearing assets like Bitcoin. Beyond staking, the firm plans to selectively allocate funds into decentralized finance (DeFi) and on-chain protocols to generate additional passive income while maintaining a conservative risk profile.

### Solana Staking Deposits Increase by $2.5 Billion Despite Price Dip

On-chain data indicates that Solana staking inflows have been trending upward over the past week. Data from StakingRewards.com shows staking deposits increased from 400.8 million SOL on September 12 to 411.3 million SOL by September 19.

This rise of 10.5 million SOL in staking deposits represents approximately $2.5 billion in value at current prices, highlighting growing confidence and engagement within the Solana ecosystem despite a recent 5% dip in SOL’s price.

### SOL Price Faces Key Support Level

SOL’s price is currently testing a critical support level at $240. Analysts suggest a potential rebound toward $250 if this support holds. However, failure to maintain support could see downside risk driving the price toward $214.

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**Summary of Key Points:**

– Helius Medical Technologies completes a $500 million private placement, potentially raising up to $1.25 billion with warrants.
– The investment makes Helius the second-largest Solana treasury holder after Forward Industries.
– The treasury strategy centers on holding SOL for staking yields (~7%) and selectively investing in DeFi and on-chain protocols.
– Solana staking deposits rose from 400.8M to 411.3M SOL between September 12 and 19, adding $2.5 billion in value.
– SOL price faces a crucial support test at $240, with potential rebound to $250 or a drop to $214.

*Sources: BitcoinEthereumNews.com, SentoraResearch, StakingRewards.com*
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