Houthis Strike Two Saudi Airports as Yemen Fighting Escalates Toward Energy Routes
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels damaged two airports in southern Saudi Arabia near the border…
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Francis Halzen Wins Nobel Physics Prize for IceCube Neutrino Discoveries
Francis Halzen’s Nobel-winning IceCube work uses Antarctic ice to detect rare neutrino interactions and investigate distant cosmic sources.
World Bank Raises South Asia’s 2026 Growth Forecast to 6.9%
The World Bank raised its 2026 growth forecast for South Asia to 6.9%, citing stronger-than-expected activity while warning that energy shocks, extreme weather and global uncertainty remain risks.
Guterres Meets Ishaq Dar in Islamabad as Pakistan Visit Begins
Guterres and Ishaq Dar discussed regional security and Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts in Islamabad as the UN chief began his October 6–8 visit.
Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia Move to Implement Makkah Alliance Collective Defense
Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia say they will move to practical implementation of collective-defense commitments and prepare agreed forces and capabilities for rapid deployment in the kingdom.
ICC Unseals Arrest Warrants for Taliban Leaders Over Alleged Gender Persecution
The International Criminal Court has unsealed four arrest warrants in its Afghanistan investigation, including warrants against two Taliban education officials, over alleged crimes against humanity involving gender-based persecution.
Three American WWII Veterans, Ages 100 to 102, Honored by Belgium’s King Philippe
Frank Stellar, Truman Christian and Russell Sattazahn were honored at Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery in Belgium.
Shehbaz Offers PTI Talks if Long March Ends as Punjab Tightens Restrictions
Shehbaz Sharif conditions talks on ending PTI’s march, while Punjab restricts gatherings and the procession’s next stages remain planned.
White House Monitoring Suspected Plague Outbreak in Russia After Lab Worker’s Death
WASHINGTON — The White House is monitoring reports of a suspected plague case in Russia after a laboratory worker died…
Afghan Foreign Minister Calls for Dialogue With Pakistan as Tensions Rise
Amir Khan Muttaqi said disputes with Pakistan can be resolved diplomatically while accusing Islamabad of relying on military pressure. Pakistan says it supports dialogue but demands action against militants.
