Ships pass Hormuz despite US blockade, some vessels turn back
Tracker shows Iran-linked ships crossing strait as US insists enforcement holds and vessels are halted
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Spotlight
Trump-Pope feud escalates amid Iran conflict
Kamran Khan says Iran conflict triggers rare and sharp Trump-Pope confrontation
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Pakistan hospital under scrutiny over child HIV outbreak, BBC investigation finds
BBC found 331 children at THQ Taunsa HIV-positive, with few parents infected, suggesting non-familial transmission, as cases continue after March 2025
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Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade: Masterstroke or economic suicide?
In this episode, Amber Shamsi examines global impact of a possible Strait of Hormuz shutdown amid rising US-Iran tensions
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Shorts
Xi says China to play 'constructive role' in promoting Mideast peace talks
Chinese president says sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of Gulf countries in Middle East should be sincerely respected
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UAE foreign minister holds calls with counterparts on regional tensions
Abdullah bin Zayed expresses appreciation for solidarity shown by the countries toward the UAE and assures residents and visitors remain safe
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Pakistan cuts electricity rate, but announces daily outages
The delicate power management comes as government struggles to source cheaper fuel amid Middle East conflict
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US-Iran war drives pistachio prices to 8-year high
Supply disruptions and rising demand squeeze global markets
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The Melody Falls Silent: Legendary Singer Asha Bhosle Passes Away at 92
India loses its most versatile voice as the iconic playback singer succumbs to multi-organ failure in Mumbai, leaving behind an unmatched legacy of over 12,000 songs.
Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away at age 92 in Mumbai due to multi-organ failure.
She leaves behind an unmatched eight-decade career, having recorded over 12,000 songs across more than 20 languages.
Her last rites will be performed with full state honors at Shivaji Park in Mumbai.
Apr 12, 2026
Apr 12, 2026
Asian Champions League to expand from 24 to 32 teams: AFC
The tournament has been branded the AFC Champions League Elite since 2024/25
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New trial over Maradona's death begins in Argentina
Maradona, considered one of the world's greatest players ever, died in November 2020 at the age of 60 while recovering from brain surgery at a private residence
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High-flying Zalmi stay unbeaten courtesy Sufiyan’s three-for against Sultans
Sufiyan Muqeem currently leads the HBL PSL wicket charts with 13 scalps in five innings
Apr 13, 2026
Apr 13, 2026
Lavrov warns against Western ‘containment’ of Russia, China during Beijing visit
Russian FM meets Wang Yi, flags risks in East Asia and plans talks between Putin and Xi
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