At Least 34 Dead From Coal Mine Blast in Pakistan
Rescuers were searching for missing bodies from the accident in one of the country’s mining hubs, where methane gas explosions and mine collapses are frequent.
Ceuta Evokes Europe’s 2015 Migration Crisis. But Much Has Changed Since.
The crossing of 50,000 people to Spanish territory this week has created a crisis for the Spanish government, much as the 2015 migration crisis did for Europe’s leaders. The context is different.
5 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week
Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.
Hamza, Nasir storm into pre-quarters in international squash event
Hamza Khan beat Shahjahan 11-6, 11-9, 11-4 as Nasir Iqbal also reached the last 16 KARACHI: Pakistan’s Hamza Khan and Nasir Iqbal made impressive starts to their campaigns at the PN Fleet Club Open International Squash Championship, advancing to the pre-quarterfinals with commanding straight-game victories at the Pakistan Navy Roshan Khan–Jahangir Khan Squash Complex on … Read more
Wildfire emissions soar, exposing millions to worse air pollution
France’s Bordeaux records PM2.5 levels nearly five times EU’s average daily limit Locals look at the flames as they fight against them near Formariz during a wildfire in Zamora province, Spain, July 29, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Wildfires in France and Spain have exposed millions of people to health-damaging air pollution over the last few days, scientists said on Thursday. Smoke … Read more
Adam O’Neal Resigns as Washington Post Opinion Editor
[Adam O’Neal inherited a mandate from the paper’s owner, Jeff Bezos, to shift toward “personal liberties and free markets.”
Ukraine’s Strike on Iranian Ship Shows How Two Wars Could Spiral
Iran sent military aid to Russia for its war against Ukraine. Now the question is whether that conflict and the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran are converging.
Pakistani content creator Atifa Arshad wears spiderweb sari to ‘Spider-Man’ premiere
Forbes honouree Zainab Jiwa embraces superhero theme with pearl web corset, henna at event UK-based Pakistani creator Atifa Arshad in a custom spider-web sari (left) and Forbes’ 30 Under 30 honouree Zainab Jiwa in a modest Spider-Man-inspired ensemble (right). PHOTOS: atifaarshad, zeewhatidid/Instagram United Kingdom-based Pakistani content creator Atifa Arshad attended the Spider-Man: Brand New Day premiere … Read more
Aashir Wajahat reunites with ‘Kafeel’ co-star Areeka Haq in romantic new music video
Video sparks nostalgia among fans, who say it feels like the happily-ever-after Subuk and Daneen deserved Actor and singer Aashir Wajahat has released his latest single, Beqadra, reuniting on screen with his Kafeel co-star Areeka Haq in a music video that has delighted fans. He unveiled the video on Instagram and YouTube, bringing back the pairing … Read more
‘Adults’ Is Getting a New First Episode
[Many viewers turned away from “Adults” after an over-the-top scene in the show’s first episode, so FX made a new one.