SportsIreland beat India by one run in Belfast to secure their first T20I series win over the visitors. Harry Tector scored a half-century before Ireland’s bowlers defended 154 in a tense finish.
WorldFormer US president Joe Biden sharply criticised Donald Trump at a Maryland Democratic Party fundraiser. Biden accused Trump of corruption, incompetence and wanting taxpayers to compensate Jan. 6 rioters.
SportsLionel Messi scored off the bench as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1 on Saturday to finish top of Group J with maximum points. The defending champions now head to a last-32 clash with Cape Verde in Miami.
SportsSouth Korea were eliminated from the World Cup after finishing third in Group A and missing out on a place among the best third-placed teams. The exit has intensified criticism of coach Hong Myung-bo and raised questions over Son Heung-min's international future.
NATIONALPolice have strengthened security at four sensitive entry points between Rawalpindi district and Azad Kashmir, increasing surveillance and deploying personnel in two 12-hour shifts. The move is aimed at preventing terrorism and maintaining peace.
CITYRawalpindi and Islamabad recorded 41°C on Sunday as hot, dry weather persisted and relief remained unlikely over the next two days. The heatwave has also intensified water shortages in several city and cantonment areas.
CLIMATE CHANGEA survey by Pattan Development Organisation and Coalition-38 says many families hit by last year’s floods in Punjab and KP remain far from recovery. The findings point to uneven compensation, weak preparedness and rising vulnerability ahead of the monsoon.
SportsSerena Williams said tennis’ anti-doping whereabouts rules are gruelling and were one reason she delayed her return. She is set to play her first singles match since 2022 at Wimbledon on Tuesday.
SportsZimbabwe took command on the opening day of the one-off Test in Harare, bowling Bangladesh out for 140 before reaching 136-1 at stumps. Innocent Kaia’s unbeaten 76 and Newman Nyamhuri’s four-wicket haul put the hosts in a strong position.
SportsTrayvon Bromell upset Olympic champion Noah Lyles to win the 100m at the Paris Diamond League in 9.91 seconds. Audrey Werro and Busang Collen Kebinatshipi also set Diamond League records.
NATIONALA bus overturned near Nankana Sahib on Saturday night, leaving 30 passengers injured, including 21 who were shifted to hospital. The report also detailed separate incidents involving a fatality, rape allegations and a police encounter in Punjab.
EducationThe University of Health Sciences has extended the BDS programme from four years to five years from the 2025-26 session. UHS says the revised curriculum aims to align Pakistan’s dental education with international standards.
