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A deadly suicide bombing in North Waziristan, Pakistan, killed 13 security personnel and injured 24 others, including civilians. The attacker targeted a bomb disposal unit. Militant group Usud al-Harb claimed responsibility. A rescue operation followed, and a curfew was imposed.

The study revealed how caffeine works inside human cells, and what exactly its connections are with nutrient and stress-responsive gene and protein networks. The researchers found that caffeine affects ageing by tapping into an ancient cellular energy system

Luxury brand responds to Maharashtra artisans’ outrage over cultural appropriation, promises dialogue and recognition of Indian craftsmanship.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres urges both sides to observe a humanitarian truce in war-hit North Darfur; fate of RSF's response remains uncertain.

In a 6-3 vote along ideological line, Supreme Court justices granted a request by the Trump administration to narrow the scope of nationwide injunctions imposed by district judges, Xinhua news agency reported.

Some of the wounded were taken to the city's main hospital, which is currently facing a severe shortage of medicines and medical supplies, it noted.

The conflict between Israel and Iran has dominated headlines, but the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza must not be pushed into the shadows, said Guterres. "The ceasefire achieved between Iran and Israel offers hope. And hope is more needed than ever. So it is time to find the political courage for a ceasefire in Gaza."

Canada has just announced that they are putting a digital services tax on American technology companies, which is a direct and blatant attack on the United States, said Trump in a post on social media.

Donald Trump has suspended US-Canada trade talks over Ottawa’s 3% digital services tax on tech firms like Amazon and Google. The levy, retroactive and set to begin Monday, could cost U.S. companies $2 billion. New tariffs may follow

India has evacuated 4,415 citizens from Iran and Israel under Operation Sindhu, launched amid rising conflict. The MEA confirmed 19 special flights, including IAF missions, and praised international cooperation. Further action depends on regional developments and ceasefire status

China confirmed a framework was agreed. The deal touches on rare earth exports, fentanyl regulations, and tariff rollbacks, while trade talks with India are expected soon

Pre-monsoon rains trigger nationwide flash floods that have killed 17 people in 24 hours; over 100 rescuers scour Swat River for missing picnickers as PM Sharif orders tougher riverbank safeguards

Through its JV Alara Resources LLC Oman, the explorer will execute a two-year mandate in concession areas 12B & 13 awarded by Minerals Development Oman

Justices will rule on nationwide injunction limits, school LGBTQ-storybook opt-outs, Louisiana redistricting, Texas porn-law challenge and more before breaking until October

Japan executed Takahiro Shiraishi, the "Twitter killer," for murdering and dismembering nine people in 2017. His case shocked the nation. Amid growing debate over capital punishment, authorities defended the execution, citing continued public support and concerns over rising serious crime

The UN reports a surge in preventable diseases in Gaza due to water and fuel shortages, with over 19,000 diarrhea cases. Al Aqsa Hospital faced mass casualties. WHO delivered limited aid, while settler violence escalated in the West Bank

The British oil giant reaffirmed its focus on simplifying its business and clarified that no approach or discussions had taken place with BP regarding a potential offer

Gavi is a public-private partnership including WHO, UNICEF, the Gates Foundation, and the World Bank. It has paid for more than 1 billion children to be vaccinated through routine immunisation programmes, saving an estimated 18 million lives

The job cuts at Xbox are expected to impact several teams and also affect employees working in Microsoft’s global sales operations

Donald Trump’s emotional outburst after a failed Iran-Israel ceasefire underscores his impulsive decision-making style. His language and behavior reflect instinct-driven thinking, raising concerns about leadership stability amid conflict. Critics urge greater deliberation in global diplomacy

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee condemned the extrajudicial killing of 17-year-old Ehsan Shah by Pakistan’s Frontier Corps, calling it part of systemic violence in Balochistan. His mother’s emotional plea underscored rising abuses, disappearances, and intimidation faced by Baloch civilians

Civilians in Gaza face escalating dangers, including toxic plastic burning for cooking amid severe fuel shortages. Ongoing shelling, aid-site shootings, and collapsing healthcare deepen the crisis. UN reports highlight growing famine, blocked humanitarian access, and disrupted education for thousands

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) supports limiting a Prime Minister’s tenure to 10 years but opposes forming a constitutional appointments committee. Most parties agree on the tenure cap, but disagreements persist over committee control, fueling ongoing political tensions