Mudslide-created lake in Gilgit Baltistan sparks fears of ‘catastrophic’ flooding

A 7-km (4-mile) lake in northern Pakistan, created by a mountain mudslide, is threatening to burst and unleash potentially “catastrophic” floods downstream, officials warned on Saturday. The mud flow descended into the main Ghizer River channel and blocked it completely on Friday, creating the lake in Gilgit Baltistan province, the National Disaster Management Authority said. … Read more

Kane hits hat trick as Bayern make ‘statement’ in Bundesliga opener

MUNICH, GERMANY: Harry Kane hit a hat-trick, Michael Olise a double and newcomer Luis Diaz also scored as Bayern Munich made a “statement” against RB Leipzig 6-0 at home in the Bundesliga season opener on Friday. Bayern’s big-money arrivals, all brought in from the Premier League across the past three seasons, were dominant as the … Read more

Irfan eyes Top End T20 Series trophy

DARWIN: Pakistan Shaheens captain Muhammad Irfan Khan reiterated lifting the Top End T20 Series trophy as his team’s ultimate goal following their enthralling one-run victory over Nepal here at the Marrara Cricket Ground No 2 on Friday. The Irfan-led Shaheens registered their fourth victory in the ongoing 11-team series as a collective bowling effort helped … Read more

International community reacts to Gaza famine confirmation

The United Nations on Friday declared famine in Gaza City, the first such announcement in the Middle East and only the fifth-ever official declaration worldwide. The UN-backed Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) confirmed famine conditions in Gaza City and surrounding areas, warning that over 500,000 people face catastrophic hunger. Famine isn’t just a word … Read more