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A troubling pattern has emerged in the United States, where at least 9 to 10 scientists linked to sensitive nuclear, aerospace, and fusion research have reportedly gone missing or died under suspicious circumstances since 2023. The clustering of these cases around high-security institutions has raised serious concerns about potential espionage, internal security lapses, or hidden threats to critical national programmes. The White House has now acknowledged the issue, intensifying calls for answers.

Amir Hamza, a founding member of Lashkar-e-Taiba, was reportedly shot by unidentified gunmen in Lahore. Authorities launched an investigation to identify the attackers and determine the motive behind the shooting.

A breakthrough discovery in a London archive has revealed the exact location of William Shakespeare’s long-lost home in Blackfriars. Led by researcher Lucy Munro, the finding sheds new light on the playwright’s final years and challenges the belief that he retired from London after 1613. The discovery offers a rare glimpse into Shakespeare’s life beyond the stage.

Iran arrested four suspected Israeli spies, state media reports. It came as US officials discuss possible peace talks with Iran after US-Israeli strikes on Tehran on February 28 engulfed the Middle East in war. “The four agents linked to the Mossad were apprehended in Gilan governorate” in northern Iran, IRNA reports, citing a statement from Iran’s Revolutionary Guards.

Even as U.S. is optimistic of a deal with Iran very soon, it is rushing thousands of troops to West Asia. U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has warned Iran of restarting the war if it doesn't agree for a deal. However, Tehran has cautioned U.S. of dangerous consequences. 

PM Moid said also said that both the leaders have agreed to continue their work towards peace and stability in the region and beyond.

Pakistan on Thursday said that no dates have been decided for the next round of peace talks between Iran and the United States, adding that Islamabad does not have information on the venue for the fresh negotiations. Pakistan's foreign ministry affirmed that it is keeping all channels open between Tehran and Washington.

The Israel-Lebanon front is rapidly escalating, with the scale of firepower reaching devastating new levels. Hezbollah is unleashing a coordinated wave of missiles, drones, and heavy artillery toward Israel.

Tensions in the Gulf are rising sharply after Mohsen Rezaei warned that Iranian missiles could target U.S. ships in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The warning comes amid reports of a possible deal with Washington, even as military rhetoric intensifies. A senior adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader has also cautioned the U.S., underscoring how critical the Hormuz passage remains for global oil flows and regional stability.

Saudi Arabia is bolstering Pakistan’s struggling economy by providing a new $3 billion deposit and extending an existing $5 billion deposit, bringing total support to $8 billion. This financial injection helps Pakistan manage a critical $3.5 billion debt repayment to the UAE and strengthens its foreign exchange reserves, which were under pressure in early April 2026.

The International Monetary Fund has once again underlined India’s strong economic momentum, calling it the fastest-growing major economy in the world. With robust domestic demand, ongoing reforms, and resilience amid global uncertainty, India is emerging as a key engine of global growth. The IMF’s outlook reinforces confidence in India’s economic trajectory, even as challenges like inflation and global headwinds remain in focus.

US President Donald Trump has voiced support for stronger safeguards as artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes the banking sector. While highlighting AI’s potential to improve efficiency and fraud detection, Trump also warned that unchecked systems could pose serious risks to financial stability. Experts echo these concerns, saying AI could disrupt global markets, trigger systemic shocks, and outpace regulation if not carefully managed.

A troubling pattern has emerged in the United States, where at least 9 to 10 scientists linked to sensitive nuclear, aerospace, and fusion research have reportedly gone missing or died under suspicious circumstances since 2023. The clustering of these cases around high-security institutions has raised serious concerns about potential espionage, internal security lapses, or hidden threats to critical national programmes. The White House has now acknowledged the issue, intensifying calls for answers.

In a major political development, Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison for firing rifle shots during a rally. The verdict marks a significant setback for the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters, one of South Africa’s most prominent opposition parties. The ruling has sparked strong reactions across the country, raising questions about political accountability, leadership, and the future of opposition politics.

A heated debate has erupted in Parliament over the Women’s Reservation Bill, with Narendra Modi urging parties not to politicise the issue. Meanwhile, Priyanka Gandhi and other opposition leaders have raised concerns over linking the bill with delimitation, demanding clarity and fairness. The special session has turned into a battleground, with sharp exchanges over representation, federal balance, and the future of women’s political participation.

From drinking contaminated bilge water to vanishing from enemy radar and battling deepfake propaganda, life aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln is a surreal mix of high-tech warfare and bizarre daily hurdles.

Iran faces a 47-day internet blackout as the regime suppresses internal dissent amidst economic collapse. While a fragile ceasefire holds externally, domestic resistance grows, seeking US support.

Educators across Turkey have launched a massive protest following a second school shooting that left 10 people dead.

Tensions in Lebanon are spiralling as Israeli strikes continue to hit multiple targets, pushing the region closer to a wider conflict. Amid the escalating violence, Joseph Aoun has reportedly refused to engage in direct talks with Benjamin Netanyahu without a ceasefire in place. With diplomacy stalled and military action intensifying, fears are growing that the fragile line between peace and war could soon collapse.