HEALTHThe PMA Quetta Zone has demanded a judicial inquiry into the acid attack on Dr Mahnoor Naseer at Civil Hospital Quetta. The association also called for stronger security at government hospitals and withdrawal of action against protesting doctors.
SportsThe 2026 Fifa World Cup has opened in Mexico City with Mexico playing South Africa, as organisers defended ticket prices and visa-related controversy. The expanded event runs until July 19 across three host countries.
NATIONALPakistan’s poverty rate rose to 28.9pc in 2024-25, according to the Economic Survey, even as macroeconomic indicators improved. The report also showed higher inequality and a sharp rural-urban poverty gap.
SportsKimi Antonelli goes to the Spanish Grand Prix seeking a sixth straight Formula One victory after his Monaco win. The Mercedes teenager leads the championship, with Lewis Hamilton second and George Russell third.
WorldA viral video shared as footage of Iranian soldiers firing at a US military helicopter is AI-generated, according to a fact-check by iVerify Pakistan. The review found visual inconsistencies, AI-tool flags and no credible reporting to support the claim.
SportsWimbledon has raised its total prize money by 20 percent to a record £64.2 million for this year’s tournament. Singles champions will earn £3.6 million each and first-round losers £80,000.
SportsSerena Williams' return at Queen's Club ended in the doubles quarter-finals before taking the court after partner Victoria Mboko withdrew with a knee injury. Williams is now expected to continue her comeback in Berlin next week.
SportsNew York recovered from a 29-point deficit to beat San Antonio 107-106 in game four of the NBA Finals. The Knicks now lead the series 3-1 and are one win away from their first title since 1973.
SportsBalochistan finished as the overall winner of the 7th National Junior Karate Championship 2026 in Peshawar. The province topped both the women’s and men’s standings at the event.
WorldIran’s Foreign Ministry says recent US attacks have effectively made the April 8 ceasefire meaningless. Tehran also urged regional states not to allow their territory to be used for strikes and called for a clearer UN response.
Instagram photographer Morgan says she named her business after her initials (MQM) in 2015—then went viral when people linked the name to Pakistan’s Muttahida Qaumi Movement political party.
PTV’s viral throwback clip game identified the adorable child as veteran actor Faysal Quraishi. Fans praised his signature expressions and celebrated his decades-long career in Pakistani TV.
