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Police have registered a murder case following the fatal shooting of 17-year-old TikTok star Sana Yousuf in Islamabad’s G-13 sector on Tuesday. According to officials at Sumbal police station, the incident took place at around 5pm when an unidentified assailant entered Sana’s home and fired multiple shots, hitting her twice in the chest. The accused fled the scene immediately after the attack. Sana, originally from Upper Chitral, was rushed to Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) but was declared dead shortly after arrival. A case has been registered against unknown accused on the complaint of the victim’s mother, who said,…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday directed the immediate removal of all hurdles in the way of Diamer-Bhasha Dam and ordered that the project be completed on a priority basis, terming it essential for the country’s economic self-reliance. Chairing a high-level meeting on the Diamer-Bhasha Dam and other national water resources, the premier said that Pakistan’s path to economic stability lies in cheap electricity and agricultural productivity, which depend on efficient water management and increased storage capacity. “Our economic self-reliance hinges on affordable energy and a flourishing agriculture sector. To achieve this, enhancing water reserves and their effective utilisation is…

A powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck the southwestern region of Turkiye early Tuesday morning, injuring at least seven people and triggering panic in several cities, according to Turkish and foreign media reports. The tremor was recorded at a depth of 75.1 kilometres, with the epicentre located in southwestern Turkey, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) reported. The quake was felt at 03:17am UAE time (2:17am local time), prompting residents in affected areas to evacuate buildings in fear of aftershocks. Foreign media, citing seismological data, noted that the epicentre may have been near the Greek island region, with some reports…

A leaked medical report has reignited controversy surrounding Algerian Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif, alleging that the athlete is biologically male—a claim that has drawn global attention and stirred debate over gender eligibility in women’s sports. Khelif, who clinched gold in the women’s boxing category at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has faced scrutiny before. However, a document reportedly originating from India’s Dr Lal PathLabs — an internationally accredited diagnostic facility — has intensified the spotlight. The report, dated March 2023 and circulated by journalist Alan Abrahamson of 3 Wire Sports, claims that Khelif possesses a male karyotype, citing the presence…

British singer and former One Direction member Zayn Malik has officially ventured into the lifestyle space, unveiling his first-ever culinary-themed collection titled Scoville Season, a nod to his deep-rooted love for cooking. The 31-year-old artist, who is of British-Pakistani heritage, announced the launch over the weekend, sharing glimpses of the collection on his Instagram, with several photos taken straight from his personal kitchen. The collection features a range of household items, including oven mitts, aprons, tea towels, as well as casual wear like T-shirts and sweatshirts. In a statement given to People Magazine, Malik explained the inspiration behind the line: “I spend…

South Koreans turned out in large numbers on Tuesday to elect a new president, hoping to bring an end to months of political and economic turmoil following former president Yoon Suk Yeol’s brief and controversial imposition of martial law late last year. The vote marks the culmination of a tense six-month period that began with Yoon’s shocking attempt to assert military control on December 3 — a move widely condemned both domestically and internationally, and which ultimately led to his impeachment and removal by the Constitutional Court on April 4. The presidency has since remained vacant. Polls opened at 6…

During a series of high-level engagements at the United Nations, a Pakistani parliamentary delegation led by former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari met with China’s Permanent Representative, Ambassador Fu Cong, Russia’s UN envoy, and the elected members (E10) of the UN Security Council. The discussions focused on regional security following India’s recent aggression and the Pahalgam attack, which India blamed on Pakistan without evidence. Bilawal condemned India’s actions—including the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty and alleged support for terrorism—calling them violations of international law. He emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to peace, restraint, and resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute…

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for an independent investigation into the deaths of dozens of Palestinians near an aid distribution site in Rafah, Gaza, following conflicting claims over the circumstances of the incident. In a strongly worded statement issued on Monday, the UN chief expressed alarm over reports of Palestinians killed and injured while attempting to receive humanitarian assistance. “I am appalled by the reports of Palestinians killed and injured while seeking aid in Gaza yesterday,” said Guterres. “I call for an immediate and independent investigation into these events and for perpetrators to be held accountable.” The call came…

A total of 216 prisoners escaped from Karachi’s District Jail Malir — commonly known as “Bacha Jail” — in a dramatic incident on Monday night. According to police and jail officials, the escape occurred amid chaos reportedly triggered by a series of tremors in the city. The prisoners, many of whom were already outside their barracks, took advantage of the confusion and overwhelmed jail staff, leading to a violent standoff. Heavy firing was reported both inside and around the jail premises, sending panic across the nearby residential areas. Several routes, including the National Highway, were temporarily closed as police and…

An international exhibition for logistics, mobility, IT and supply chain management, “transport logistic 2025,” kicked off on Monday in the southern German city of Munich. The event, which is held every two years in Munich, has attracted around 2,670 exhibitors from more than 70 countries and regions this year, with the organizers expecting some 80,000 professional visitors. “Transport logistic makes visible what often remains invisible in everyday life: Logistics is far more than trucks on the highway, it is the basis for the economy to function,” said Stefan Rummel, chief executive officer of Messe Muenchen. Running through June 5, the…