NATIONALInterior Minister Mohsin Naqvi chaired a meeting in Islamabad to finalise a joint interior-defence strategy for improving airport operations. Officials approved advanced screening machinery, joint counters and a single-point checking system.
NATIONALChina has selected two Pakistani astronauts as candidates for its manned space programme. One of them is expected to fly as a payload specialist and become the first foreign astronaut in China’s space station.
WorldIndonesia has condemned Israel for placing what it called a propaganda banner over the ruins of the Indonesia Hospital in Gaza. Jakarta said the act was provocative and an insult to a humanitarian facility built with donations from Indonesians.
A former housekeeper, Angelica Vasquez, filed a Los Angeles lawsuit accusing Kylie Jenner’s household staff of religious discrimination, harassment, and abuse. She alleges hostile treatment, threats tied to immigration, and forced resignation.
SportsPortland beat San Antonio 106-103 after Victor Wembanyama exited with a head injury and entered concussion protocol. The Lakers also went 2-0 up against Houston, while Philadelphia leveled its series with Boston.
SportsThe PCB has opened an investigation into Mohammad Nawaz after a reported positive test for recreational drug use. The board says Nawaz will continue to play in the PSL while the inquiry is completed.
SportsLeicester City were relegated to League One after a 2-2 draw with Hull left them seven points from safety with two games left. The drop completes a dramatic fall for the former Premier League champions.
SportsChelsea manager Liam Rosenior condemned his side’s 3-0 defeat to Brighton as unacceptable, saying the team lacked desire, spirit and courage. Defender Trevoh Chalobah, however, said the players gave their all and were simply tired.
Ahmed Ali Butt defended Meera’s walkout from Irshad Bhatti’s paid podcast, arguing guests must follow the format. But social media rejected the “paid” argument, stressing consent and boundaries.
NATIONALPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to accelerate efforts to promote electric vehicles in Pakistan. A review meeting was told certificates had been issued for EV manufacturing and applications received for charging stations.
WorldA New Zealand minister has drawn criticism after calling a planned free trade deal with India a ‘butter chicken tsunami’. The remark deepened political tensions over the agreement, which has also raised migration and investment concerns.
WhatsApp is testing an “after reading” timer that starts message deletion only after recipients open and read them. The beta offers user-set timing options, improving privacy and message visibility control.
