49+ min ago (72+ words) A huge fireball exploded at a waste facility in an Australian suburb in western Sydney. Massive fire erupts at waste facility in western Sydney A huge fireball exploded at a waste facility in an Australian suburb in western Sydney, sending flames 100 metres into the sky. Authorities are investigating the fire's cause, but say a chemical tank exploded in the blaze, sending concrete debris flying and causing damage to nearby buildings....

1+ hour, 27+ min ago (724+ words) The pontiff is set to meet Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun and deliver a speech to authorities and diplomats later today. Pope Leo XIV has reiterated the Vatican's insistence on a two-state resolution for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, saying it's the "only solution" that can guarantee justice for both sides. Leo made the comments as he flew from Turkiye to Lebanon on Sunday for the second and final leg of his maiden international voyage as pope. On the flight, the pontiff was asked by reporters about his private talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan upon his arrival in Ankara, and whether they discussed the wars in Gaza and Ukraine. Leo confirmed they had and said Turkiye has an "important role to play" to end both conflicts. On Gaza, he repeated the Holy See's longstanding position supporting a two-state solution for Israel…...

2+ hour, 29+ min ago (330+ words) To promote business and economic cooperation, Pakistan and Egypt have agreed on concrete steps to facilitate private-sector partnerships and expand commercial linkages. During a meeting of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Dr Badr Ahmed Mohamed Abdelatty, with Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and delegation-level talks, the two sides decided to identify 250 Pakistani business houses in the first phase, which would be enhanced to 500 in the second phase for visa facilitation. The two sides reviewed the full spectrum of Pakistan'Egypt bilateral relations, including political, economic, trade and defence relations; cultural and educational cooperation; and collaboration in the health sector, including Egypt's support to Pakistan's national Hepatitis C elimination efforts. It will convene in the second quarter of 2026, on the sidelines of the meeting of the bilateral Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC). JMC would be…...

2+ hour, 43+ min ago (20+ words) A global roundup of some of last week's events. A global roundup of some of last week's events....

2+ hour, 43+ min ago (60+ words) Tens of thousands of anti-corruption protesters in the Philippines call for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr to resign. Thousands of anti-corruption protesters in Manila say Marcos must resign Tens of thousands of anti-corruption protesters in the Philippines are calling for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr to resign. Al Jazeera's Barnaby Lo explains the allegations from the Manila protest....

2+ hour, 49+ min ago (110+ words) Sudan's army and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces eye more territory as international stakeholders push for truce. Sudan's army and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces eye more territory as international stakeholders push for truce. The humanitarian situation in Sudan remains dire as the country's army " the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) " remains locked in a devastating conflict with the paramilitary, Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The generals leading the two sides, both accused of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity in the resource-rich Northeast African nation, show no real signs of yielding to international calls for a ceasefire. Here are the key battlefield, humanitarian and political developments from this month....

2+ hour, 59+ min ago (580+ words) The vote is taking place in a highly polarised climate, with the US backing the right-wing candidate Nasry Asfura. Hondurans are heading to the polls to elect a new president in a tightly contested race that is taking place amid concerns over voter fraud in the impoverished Central American country. Polls opened on Sunday at 7am local time (13:00 GMT) for 10 hours of voting, with the first results expected late Sunday night. Most polls show a virtual tie between three of the five contenders: former Defence Minister Rixi Moncada of the governing leftist Liberty and Refoundation (LIBRE) party; former Tegucigalpa Mayor Nasry Asfura of the right-wing National Party; and television host Salvador Nasralla of the centrist Liberal Party. The elections, in which the 128 members of Congress, hundreds of mayors, and thousands of other public officials will also be chosen, are taking place…...

3+ hour, 39+ min ago (162+ words) F.P. Report RIYADH: Pakistan won three additional medals at the World Fitness Challenge and Bodybuilding Championship, held in Saudi Arabia. According to details, a total of 57 countries took part in the men's events and 18 countries took part in the women's events. All three Pakistani athletes, each representing the Pakistan Army, delivered notable performances [] RIYADH: Pakistan won three additional medals at the World Fitness Challenge and Bodybuilding Championship, held in Saudi Arabia. According to details, a total of 57 countries took part in the men's events and 18 countries took part in the women's events. All three Pakistani athletes, each representing the Pakistan Army, delivered notable performances across different categories and secured medals. Olympian Sadaf Siddiqui earned a bronze medal in the Women's Masters category after a display of strong skill and commendable form. Hawaldar Maqbool Ahmed claimed a bronze medal in the Individual…...

3+ hour, 40+ min ago (301+ words) Terming speculation about the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) notification as unnecessary and irresponsible, Defence Minister Khawaja Mohammad Asif has said that the process has been initiated for issuing the notification for the newly created post. "There is unnecessary and irresponsible speculation about CDF notification, he stated in a post shared on micro-blogging platform X (former Twitter) on Sunday. Khawaja Asif stated that there was no room for conjecturing, as the process has already been initiated, and as such, the notification would be issued in due course. "Please be informed that the process has been initiated. PM is returning shortly. Notification will be issued in due course of time. No room for any conjecturing, the post reads. His remarks came after speculations over the delay in the issuance of the formal notification, following the restructuring of the military command system…...

3+ hour, 42+ min ago (251+ words) (Web Desk): Renowned singer Sahir Ali Bagga has released his new music video "Mastani" featuring Saima Noor and Afshan Fawad. After weeks of anticipation, Sahir Ali Bagga unveiled the full music video of "Mastani," a project that brings together some big names. Saima Noor makes her screen comeback after a long hiatus, looking stunning and reminding everyone why she is considered a legend in Pakistani cinema. Afshan Fawad's vocals add real power to the track. The combination of Bagga's composition and Fawad's voice creates a sound that feels both fresh and familiar. Speaking at the release, Sahir Ali Bagga said that Mastani is a heartfelt project, blending classic and modern sounds. He called it an honor to have legendary Saima Noor shine on screen with her beauty. He added that Afshan Fawad's voice adds a powerful new dimension to the…...