Bookmark AP Top NewsGeneral NewsIslamabadLaw enforcementPakistanPakistan governmentPrisonsU.S. Supreme CourtUnited KingdomWorld News Imran Khan, Pakistan’s former Prime Minister, spent a night in a high-security prison after receiving a three-year jail sentence for corruption. This development could mark the end of his political career. The court’s ruling, issued on Saturday, stated that Khan concealed assets from the sale of state gifts. The prison term might also disqualify him from holding any public office, in accordance with a law that restricts individuals with criminal convictions from participating in politics. Additionally, there is a possibility that he could lose his position as the leader of the party he founded, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). by Michael Nguyen August 6, 2023 August 6, 2023 Ex-PM Imran Khan sentenced to prison for corruption, faces political future uncertainty and opposition backlash.
Bookmark EgyptEgypt governmentGeneral NewsInflationLebanonPakistanRecessions and depressionsRussiaWorld News Mideast countries that are already struggling fear price hikes after Russia exits grain deal by Michael Nguyen August 2, 2023 August 2, 2023 Mideast nations fear price hikes as Russia exits grain deal, risking food crisis. Economic struggles loom for import-dependent countries.
Bookmark AfghanistanAfghanistan governmentBombingsElectionsFunerals and memorial servicesGeneral NewsOrganized crimePakistanPakistan governmentPeshawarTalibanTerrorismWorld News Pakistan buries dead from massive suicide attack at political rally that killed 54 by Chloe Baker July 31, 2023 July 31, 2023 Devastating suicide bombing at political rally in Pakistan kills 54, sparks suspicions among Islamist groups.
Bookmark AfghanistanAfghanistan governmentAsiaAsia PacificBombingsGeneral NewsOrganized crimePakistanPakistan governmentTalibanWorld NewsX Corp.Zabihullah Mujahid Political Gathering in Northwest Pakistan Devastated by Suicide Bomber; at least 44 dead, 200 severely injured by Sophia Chen July 30, 2023 July 30, 2023 Suicide bombing at a political rally in northwest Pakistan kills at least 44 and injures nearly 200, stoking tensions among Islamist factions.
Bookmark General NewsPakistanWorld News Clash in Southwest Pakistan Results in Death of 4 Security Forces and 1 Militant, Authorities Report by Ethan Kim July 2, 2023 July 2, 2023 Deadly clash in southwest Pakistan as militants attack security post, resulting in casualties among security forces and militants.
Bookmark General NewsPakistanWorld News Pakistani Father and Son Remembered with Gratitude after Tragic Submersible Incident near Titanic by Ethan Kim June 28, 2023 June 28, 2023 Family honors Pakistani father and son lost in submersible accident near Titanic, expressing gratitude and sharing cherished memories.
Bookmark General NewsPakistanU.S. NewsWorld News Global Photo Highlights of the Week: June 10 – June 16, by AP by Lucas Garcia June 17, 2023 June 17, 2023 Explore AP’s curated global photo highlights, June 10-16, from Russia’s concert to food distribution in Pakistan’s Sindh province.
Bookmark Asia PacificClimate and environmentGeneral NewsMorePakistanWeatherWorld News Cyclone Biparjoy Weakens on Its Path to Pakistan, Causing Casualties and Damage by Ryan Lee June 17, 2023 June 17, 2023 Cyclone Biparjoy weakens after causing casualties in India and damage in Pakistan, as authorities assess the extent of the destruction.
Bookmark Climate and environmentFloodsGeneral NewsMorePakistanWeatherWorld News Cyclone Biparjoy Causes Destruction and Loss of Life in India and Pakistan by Ethan Kim June 16, 2023 June 16, 2023 Cyclone Biparjoy devastates India and Pakistan, causing fatalities, power outages, and destruction. Urgent relief efforts underway.
Bookmark Asia PacificClimate and environmentFloodsGeneral NewsIndiaMorePakistanStormsTrending NewsWorld News Wind-driven rain pelts shores of India, Pakistan as Cyclone Biparjoy pushes into coast by Michael Nguyen June 16, 2023 June 16, 2023 Cyclone Biparjoy lashes India and Pakistan’s coasts, causing heavy rain and potential storm surges, displacing thousands.