WorldWASHINGTON: Nasa briefly told five astronauts aboard the International Space Station to shelter in a docked spacecraft after an air leak worsened in Russia’s Zvezda module. The order was lifted about two hours later after Roscosmos paused repair efforts.
WorldUS officials say no further screwworm cases have been detected after a calf in Texas tested positive, the first such case in the state since 1966. Authorities have imposed movement restrictions and intensified inspections to contain the parasite.
WorldThe UN has increased its Lebanon aid appeal to $639.9 million as the war drives up displacement, casualties and food insecurity. The organisation says 1.4 million people need assistance.
NATIONALInterior Minister Mohsin Naqvi told an SCO meeting in Bishkek that Pakistan remains committed to the Shanghai spirit. He called for joint action against terrorism, organised crime, cybercrime, drug trafficking, and terror financing.
India defeated Pakistan 5-3 in the second semi-final of the U18 Hockey Asia Cup 2026 on Friday. The winners will meet Japan in the final at the Kawasaki Heavy Industries Hockey Stadium.
KARACHIA Karachi court has remanded a 63-year-old man in police custody for two days in a case involving the killing of his wife in Orangi Town. Police said the suspect surrendered after the incident and the alleged weapon was recovered.
Fifa has banned vuvuzelas, whistles, air horns and other loud noisemakers from all 16 World Cup venues. Reusable water bottles, laser devices and certain forms of spectator misconduct are also prohibited.
NATIONALA fact check has found that viral claims saying Attabad Lake has dried up are misleading. While recent videos do show exposed sediment and reduced visible water in some areas, researchers and an expert said the changes are tied to natural silting and hydrological factors.
WorldUS-backed ceasefires in Gaza, Lebanon and the conflict involving Iran have failed to fully stop hostilities. Fighting has continued despite agreements meant to curb violence across the Middle East.
NATIONALBilawal Bhutto-Zardari says the PPP will seek land ownership rights and 18th Amendment protections for Gilgit-Baltistan. He made the pledge at a public rally in Gilgit ahead of the June 7 elections.
India’s selectors are expected to weigh a maiden T20 call-up for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi when they meet on Saturday. Reports also suggest Suryakumar Yadav could lose the captaincy and possibly his place in the squad.
Shaheen Shah Afridi has defended Pakistan’s use of spin-friendly home pitches after a 2-1 ODI series win over Australia. He said teams routinely prepare conditions to suit themselves and linked the strategy to player development ahead of future tours and tournaments.
