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A fire at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad killed at least 14 newborn babies on Wednesday morning. The blaze, reportedly caused by an air conditioning unit, sparked immediate official responses, including the suspension of a senior health official, and raised questions about response times and safety protocols at the hospital.
Matt Lapinskas, known for playing Anthony Moon in EastEnders, revealed he and his wife Karina Hind are expecting their first child. The couple shared a video on Instagram showing a baby scan, with the caption 'Our greatest role yet… coming 2027.'
A new BMJ study estimates at least 24.5% of former NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 had chronic traumatic encephalopathy, with the true rate possibly higher. Researchers stress the burden of head impacts before reaching the NFL and call for reducing practice contact.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to Moscow on Tuesday for unannounced meetings with Russian officials, according to US media reports. The visit is the first known trip by a CIA director to Russia since 2021, coming amid stalled Ukraine peace talks and heightened tensions over Iran. Neither Washington nor the Kremlin has confirmed details of the visit.
A Kremlin adviser suggested UK factories producing drones for Ukraine could be attacked by 'unknown sources', as Andy Burnham made his first overseas trip to Kyiv. The visit included agreements on missile blueprints and AI collaboration, while Russia warned of possible 'visible reaction'.
A federal judge has postponed the US trial of Abu Agila Mohammad Mas'ud Kheir Al-Marimi, the Libyan man charged in the 1988 Pan Am Flight 103 bombing, after new evidence emerged. The delay has left victims' families disappointed and concerned for elderly relatives who have waited decades for justice.
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in Galatasaray full-back Roland Sallai, having made an approach to the Turkish club, as they also confirmed the signing of Savio from Manchester City. The club are seeking defensive cover after selling Djed Spence, with Pedro Porro the only recognized right-back.
The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have sought asylum in the US. If enacted, it would be the largest single mass visa revocation in US history, though officials say it won't automatically lead to deportations.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he will not raise income tax, VAT, or National Insurance in his first budget, citing a manifesto commitment. Speaking on his first foreign visit to Ukraine, he outlined plans to fund cost-of-living measures by reprioritising existing programmes, while acknowledging the challenging fiscal outlook.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance sparked controversy during a Maine campaign stop by calling Canada a 'state,' which he dismissed as a 'Freudian slip,' while Trump imposed 50% tariffs on Canadian goods. Ontario Premier Doug Ford, after trading insults with Trump, softened his tone on U.S. television, urging both countries to return to the negotiating table.
Kit Harington has been cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in season two of HBO's Harry Potter series, replacing Nicholas Hoult, who exited due to scheduling conflicts. Harington previously voiced the character in the full-cast audiobooks.
The parents of Aaron Parrington, who was fatally stabbed in Torquay, express anger that his killers could be released early under new government proposals. They criticize the policy, which they say overlooks victims of manslaughter, and they are backed by their local MP seeking to challenge the plan.
Netflix has renewed 'The Gentlemen' for a third season, releasing the Season 2 trailer on Monday. The new season premieres September 3, with reports swirling about Meghan Markle's potential casting, though not confirmed.
President Donald Trump announced he will raise tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, auto parts and steel to 50% starting January 1, 2027, escalating a trade dispute after negotiations collapsed. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has vowed dollar-for-dollar retaliation, with tariffs on U.S. goods set to take effect September 8.
Cheshire Police have uncovered a stash of drugs buried at the Creamfields Festival site in Daresbury, including 204 canisters of nitrous oxide and large bags of ecstasy, MDMA and ketamine. The discovery was made during pre-event searches, with more than 80,000 people expected to attend from Thursday. Superintendent Andy Blizard said there is a zero-tolerance policy and that further searches may reveal more.
As Doctor Who faces an uncertain future after the BBC canceled its Christmas special and announced a creative rethink, Billie Piper reassured fans at a London convention to be patient. Meanwhile, former showrunner Mark Gatiss drew parallels to the show's 1989 cancellation, suggesting it might be time for a break.
BBC Studios has issued a casting call for a new 'EastEnders' series regular named Meghan, described as 'confident, gorgeous and ready to cause chaos,' amid reports that Meghan Markle may be returning to acting. The character will join the Hawkins family as Gemma's daughter and work behind the bar at The Vic, with the casting call closing Sept. 1.
As the royal family gathers at Balmoral without him, former Prince Andrew reportedly feels abandoned and isolated. Royal experts and unnamed friends describe a deepening exile, with Andrew choosing to spend time abroad with friends rather than face what he sees as outcast treatment. The claims come amid ongoing legal troubles and a police investigation.
Jo Gardiner, who appeared on the BBC's Race Across the World with her son Sam, has died at 61 following a battle with cancer. Her family confirmed the news, remembering her as 'an intrepid adventurer.' Her son Sam died in a car crash in June 2025.
BBC Breakfast returned on Monday with a new on-screen design, prompting a wave of viewer complaints about distracting graphics. The changes come as longtime presenter Naga Munchetty prepares to leave the show after nearly two decades.