SportsLeeds United secured a 2-1 Premier League win at Manchester United, with Noah Okafor scoring both goals. The match also saw Lisandro Martinez sent off after a VAR review, a decision strongly criticised by United manager Michael Carrick.
NATIONALThe Punjab health department told the Lahore High Court that teaching hospitals have 1,785 ventilators and plans are under way to procure 500 more. The report also outlined the province’s mpox situation and warned of a shift towards local transmission.
NATIONALThe Lahore High Court has asked NAB to clearly state the status of its FCC plea against an LHC order related to closure of the Chaudhry Sugar Mills investigation against Maryam Nawaz. The matter was adjourned until April 23.
SportsSufiyan Muqeem has led the PSL bowling charts with 13 wickets in five matches for Peshawar Zalmi. Babar Azam and Azhar Ali praised the left-arm wrist spinner after his match-winning spell against Multan Sultans.
CITYTwo children were injured in a stray dog attack in Nanakpur village, Khanewal, with one shifted to Multan in critical condition. The incident sparked protests and led the administration to send dog culling teams to the area.
EntertainmentRoma Riaz says her upcoming Cannes Film Festival appearance is an opportunity to present Pakistan beyond stereotypes. She said she wants to highlight Pakistani women’s strength, identity and the country’s cultural richness.
NATIONALPunjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced wheat procurement at Rs3,500 per maund and free gunny bags for farmers. She also reviewed agricultural schemes and major road projects across the province.
EntertainmentMore than 1,000 writers, actors and directors have signed an open letter opposing Paramount Skydance’s planned $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery. They say the deal would deepen concentration in Hollywood and harm competition, jobs and creative diversity.
EntertainmentTaylor Swift leads this year’s American Music Awards with eight nominations, including artist, song and album of the year. The winners will be announced at a live ceremony in Las Vegas on May 25.
EntertainmentHBO’s Euphoria has returned for a third season after more than four years, shifting its story from high school into a darker adult world. The premiere follows Rue’s dangerous new reality while setting up major changes for the wider ensemble.
Arts & CultureNatasha Baig performed at a Beijing gala marking 75 years of Pakistan-China diplomatic relations. Her bilingual set included 'Khushboo' and a tribute song, while Pakistani and Chinese officials highlighted the role of cultural exchange.
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Pakistan’s long-term foreign currency issuer default rating at B- with a stable outlook. The assessment highlights fiscal consolidation, IMF alignment and improved reserves, while also warning of energy-related external risks.
