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Pakistan Dawn

Hundreds Celebrate Al‑Aqsa Mosque Reopening After Forty‑Day Shutdown Following Israel's

Apr 09, 11:53 AM PKT
On April 9, 2026 the Al‑Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem reopened after a 40‑day Israeli‑imposed shutdown. At dawn the gates of the Al‑Haram al‑Sharif compound were opened, and hundreds of Palestinian Muslims entered, many breaking into tears and performing prostrations of gratitude in the courtyards. Photographs showed worshippers praying before the Dome of the Rock, using phones, and a woman among the crowd, all amid a two‑week cease‑fire in the Iran war. Read on dawn.com
Politics

Trump’s Iran War Sparks Young MAGA Discontent at CPAC Conference

Apr 09, 11:53 AM PKT
Veteran Joseph Bolick, a 30‑year‑old Iraq‑Afghanistan veteran who voted for Trump in 2024, told CPAC that he feels betrayed because the president entered a war with Iran lacking a clear objective. Across the Texas gathering, many young MAGA supporters voiced similar frustration, balancing anti‑interventionist slogans with support for the U.S. mission. Their anger threatens to split the GOP base ahead of the November midterms, as older hawks remain supportive while younger voters grow disillusioned. Read on rss.politico.com
Politics

Virginia Redistricting Puts Governor Spanberger at National Political Test Ahead

Apr 09, 11:46 AM PKT
Virginia Democrats fear losing an April special election as Republican early‑voting turnout surges, threatening their broader goal of flipping the House in November. A voter referendum on new congressional maps could grant Democrats a ten‑to‑one seat advantage, adding four seats compared with current districts, despite a fundraising edge tenfold over Republicans. Governor Abigail Spanberger has endorsed the referendum and aired her first ad, yet critics argue her effort is minimal. Lawmaker Beth Macy urged Spanberger to lead the campaign, noting her 2025 landslide win. Read on rss.politico.com
All News

Iran War Day 41: Lebanon Mourning, Ceasefire Talks, Regional Tensions

Apr 09, 11:41 AM PKT
Lebanon declared a national day of mourning after Israeli attacks killed at least 254 people and injured over 1,165, prompting Prime Minister Nawaf Salam to mobilise resources. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. Vice President JD Vance said Lebanon is not covered by the ceasefire, while Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who brokered the deal, said it includes a pause in Lebanon. Iran’s foreign minister warned Washington must choose a ceasefire or continued war, and Iran’s president called a Lebanon truce a condition of Tehran’s 10‑point plan. JD Vance will lead the next talks with Iran in Pakistan. Read on aljazeera.com
All News

Mandelson allegedly sought Downing Street entry for Epstein’s teenage goddaughter

Apr 09, 11:41 AM PKT
Al Jazeera reports that former UK business secretary Peter Mandelson tried to secure a visit to 10 Downing Street for a 15‑year‑old girl described as Jeffrey Epstein’s “goddaughter”. The attempt occurred while Epstein was serving a prison sentence for procuring a minor for prostitution. Mandelson held the business secretary post at the time. The allegation is detailed in a video presented by Al Jazeera reporter Caolán Magee. Read on aljazeera.com
Global News

Lauren Bell Takes Over As England's Lead Pace Bowler Today

Apr 09, 11:40 AM PKT
At 25, England seamer Lauren Bell reflects on her rapid rise, noting she never imagined leading the pace attack after Anya Shrubsole, Katherine Brunt and Kate Cross stepped aside. A breakout season in The Hundred in 2021, a £140,000 contract and a Women's Premier League title with Royal Challengers Bengaluru boosted her profile, earning 2.2 million Instagram followers. With Cross’s departure, Bell now heads a group that includes Issy Wong, Lauren Filer and all‑rounders, while coach Charlotte Edwards prepares squads for South Africa. Read on bbci.co.uk
Crypto

CFTC Seeks Federal Block on Arizona's Enforcement of Sports Betting

Apr 09, 11:30 AM PKT
Federal regulators, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and the Justice Department, filed a lawsuit asking a federal court to prevent Arizona from applying its gambling statutes to prediction market operator Kalshi. They argue that contracts tied to sports, elections and other events are financial derivatives, or swaps, falling under the Commodity Exchange Act and thus under exclusive federal jurisdiction. A ruling could shift control of prediction markets from a patchwork of state gambling laws to a single nationwide federal framework. Read on coindesk.com
Global News

Fabio Wardley doubts Tyson Fury can reclaim heavyweight title again

Apr 09, 11:22 AM PKT
Fabio Wardley said he would welcome a fight with Tyson Fury if Fury defeats Arslan Makhmudov, but his main goal remains an undisputed bout with Oleksandr Usyk and defending his belt against Daniel Dubois. Wardley noted Fury’s return after a year‑long retirement, calling him a major crossover star, yet doubts Fury can become world champion again unless the titles split, suggesting Fury might win a vacant belt against Lawrence Okolie or Agit Kabayel. He added a Fury‑Joshua clash would still draw massive interest. Read on bbci.co.uk
Politics

Former Lewandowski Departs DHS After Controversial Tenure with Secretary Noem

Apr 09, 11:19 AM PKT
Department of Homeland Security confirmed that Corey Lewandowski, former Trump campaign manager and unpaid adviser to ex‑Secretary Kristi Noem, no longer holds a role at the agency. The statement offered no details on any future government position. Lewandowski was seen with Noem during her recent official visit to Guyana, amid speculation about his next steps as Noem becomes a Western Hemisphere security envoy. His tenure raised questions about his status as a “special government employee,” contract‑veto authority, and involvement in the brief TSA PreCheck shutdown. Read on rss.politico.com
Global News

Paris St Germain's tactics expose Liverpool's back‑five experiment in Champions League

Apr 09, 11:18 AM PKT
Arne Slot shifted Liverpool to a back five for the Champions League quarter‑final first leg, a formation previously used only in a Carabao Cup loss to Crystal Palace. PSG dominated with 74% possession and 18 shots to Liverpool’s three, rendering Liverpool’s high press ineffective. PSG’s midfield reshaped into a makeshift back three, while their full‑backs surged forward, neutralising Liverpool’s wing‑backs and leaving wide areas empty. Consequently, Liverpool’s back three stayed deep, unable to counter PSG’s fluid rotations. “I thought we could try and press them really high and aggressive,” Slot said. Read on bbci.co.uk
Politics

Trump Withholds Endorsement, MAGA Celebrates Potential Paxton Victory in Texas

Apr 09, 11:16 AM PKT
During CPAC in Grapevine, Texas, MAGA supporters hailed President Donald Trump’s decision not to endorse incumbent Senator John Cornyn for the May GOP Senate runoff. The absence of campaign spending and polling from Cornyn, the NRSC and the Senate Leadership Fund was read as a sign of establishment acquiescence to a contest between Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico. Sources said Trump met Paxton at Mar‑a‑Lago, discussing the runoff, fueling optimism that Paxton could prevail. Read on rss.politico.com
Politics

Democrats Debate Hasan Piker’s Influence Amid Midterm Campaign Controversy and

Apr 09, 11:16 AM PKT
Popular left‑wing streamer Hasan Piker is set to campaign for Senate candidate Abdul El‑Sayed in Michigan, prompting sharp rebuke from both Republicans and Democrats. State Sen. Mallory McMorrow and Rep. Haley Stevens condemned his past “offensive” remarks, likening him to extremist influencer Nick Fuentes. Piker will appear at Progressive Victory’s “Choose Your Fighter” rally with Rep. Ro Khanna and later join Sen. Bernie Sanders at a tax‑the‑rich event. The episode highlights intra‑party debates over how broadly Democrats should expand their tent, while Piker dismisses accusations from think‑tank Third Way of anti‑American and antisemitic commentary. Read on rss.politico.com
Politics

Poll Shows MAHA Movement May Influence 2026 Midterm Election Outcomes

Apr 09, 11:15 AM PKT
A new POLITICO Poll reveals growing cracks in the coalition that propelled HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former President Donald Trump to office. While a majority link the “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) movement to the Republican Party, the association is not overwhelming, and 41 percent of Trump’s 2024 voters say the administration has fallen short on health goals. Respondents view Democrats as more trustworthy on health issues and less swayed by food‑ and pesticide‑industry lobbyists, which could open inroads with MAHA supporters ahead of the November midterms. Read on rss.politico.com
Politics

Cori Bush Seeks Return Amid AIPAC-Backed Opponent's Victory in Missouri

Apr 09, 11:13 AM PKT
Two years after losing a high‑profile primary to Wesley Bell, who was supported by more than $8.5 million from the AIPAC‑affiliated United Democracy Project, progressive congresswoman Cori Bush announced she is back on the campaign trail to reclaim Missouri’s 1st District seat. Bush blames “big money” and AIPAC for interrupting her work opposing the Gaza war, and says the growing Democratic infighting over Israel will fuel her comeback. Read on rss.politico.com
Politics

Democratic 2028 Presidential Hopefuls Reject AIPAC Funding Amid Shift in

Apr 09, 11:09 AM PKT
Democrats pursuing 2028 White House bids are publicly refusing donations and support from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee as the party’s base grows less supportive of Israel. Senator Cory Booker, Governor Gavin Newsom, Senator Ruben Gallego, and governors Josh Shapiro and Andy Beshear each announced they will not take AIPAC money. Strategist Mark Longabaugh warns the issue will dominate the 2027‑2028 primary, noting AIPAC’s alignment with Netanyahu and ties to Trump’s Iran actions. After AIPAC spent $22 million in Illinois primaries, Governor JB Pritzker accused the group of becoming pro‑Trump. Read on rss.politico.com
Politics

Tucker Carlson slams Trump's Easter Iran threat as vile on

Apr 09, 11:09 AM PKT
Conservative commentator Tucker Carlson denounced President Donald Trump's Easter Sunday Truth Social post, labeling it “vile on every level” and accusing him of threatening Iran’s civilian infrastructure with a war crime. Carlson highlighted the president’s use of profanity, the mocking of Islam, and the growing divide within the MAGA base between foreign‑policy hawks and isolationists, noting the inconsistency with Trump’s “America first” pledge to end endless wars. Read on rss.politico.com
Science & Nature

Guardian Gallery Highlights Space Journal’s Cosmic Exploration Through Visual Storytelling

Apr 09, 11:07 AM PKT
The gallery celebrates Artemis II astronauts returning from the moon, focusing on science, suits, spirit of endeavour, compiled in new book Space Journal. BBC presenter Dallas Campbell connects archive memorabilia, experiments, spectacular scenes, mapping real and potential encounters from the 17th century to the present. The book, titled Space Journal: The Art and Science of Cosmic Exploration, is published by Thames and Hudson and features images such as Vic Vykukal modelling the AX‑3 spacesuit in 1977 and a piece of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 on a beach. Read on theguardian.com
All News

Gulf States Fear Iranian Leverage Over Hormuz Amid Fragile Truce

Apr 09, 11:07 AM PKT
After Iran and the United States signed a two‑week truce, Gulf nations expressed unease that the deal could grant Tehran influence over the strategic Strait of Hormuz. President Trump demanded Iran reopen the waterway, linking a halt to attacks with resumed maritime traffic. Iran’s 10‑point plan includes continued control of the strait, to be coordinated with its military. Negotiations will begin in Islamabad, while scholars warn the US may prioritize optics over Gulf security realities. Read on aljazeera.com
Global News

Artemis II astronauts anticipate splashdown, share lunar discoveries and stories

Apr 09, 11:02 AM PKT
The four-member Orion crew, returning from the first crewed lunar fly‑by, said they carry “many more pictures” and “many more stories” to share as they head for a splashdown near San Diego around 20:00 GMT Friday. Pilot Victor Glover told reporters the mission has already yielded valuable data and that the “good stuff” will come back with them. The spacecraft set a new human‑distance record of 248,655 miles on Monday, surpassing the 1970 benchmark. Read on bbci.co.uk
Politics

Veteran Congressional Candidates Clash Over Personal Stakes in Iran War

Apr 09, 11:00 AM PKT
Dozens of military veterans are running for Congress, tailoring their messages to a nation at war with Iran. Democrat Virginia delegate Dan Helmer recalls friends killed in Iraq, condemning what he calls a ‘war of choice’ launched by President Trump and warning of reckless intervention. Republican Michigan House hopeful Michael Bouchard, a Bronze Star recipient, describes the conflict as a necessary, limited mission that protects U.S. service members. Other veteran candidates, such as New York Marine Corps veteran Robert Smullen, also frame the war as a personal imperative. Read on rss.politico.com
Politics

Trump-Backed North Carolina Senate Leader Defeated by Narrow Margin Primary

Apr 09, 10:57 AM PKT
Republican Phil Berger, the North Carolina Senate President Pro Tem endorsed by Donald Trump, conceded Tuesday after a recount confirmed his loss to Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page by 23 votes in the Greensboro‑area primary. Berger praised voters and reflected on fifteen years of Republican leadership in the General Assembly. Page thanked Berger for his concession and his service. The defeat marks a rare setback for a Trump‑backed candidate and creates a power vacuum in state Republican leadership, where Berger had guided the Senate since 2005 and the party’s majority since 2011. Read on rss.politico.com
International

Australia seeks US, Mexico, Asia fuel as diesel hits record

Apr 09, 10:55 AM PKT
Diesel prices across Australia surged by up to 20 cents per litre in two days, reaching near‑record levels of about 330 cents per litre. In response, the government announced it is exploring additional fuel imports from the United States, Mexico and Asian nations. Energy Minister said existing shipments remain secured through at least mid‑May, underscoring efforts to stabilise supply amid the price spike. Read on theguardian.com
International

Kyle Sandilands alleges humiliation after Kiis FM dismissal over spat

Apr 09, 10:55 AM PKT
Kyle Sandilands says he suffered humiliation after Kiis FM terminated his contract following an on‑air argument with co‑host Jackie “O” Henderson. Court filings reveal he disputes the claim that his conduct was ongoing, stating it lasted only twenty minutes on a single day. Both Sandilands and Henderson have launched separate legal actions against the station’s licensee, CBC, over the dismissals. The dispute highlights tensions within Australian radio broadcasting. Read on theguardian.com
Politics

Democrats Deploy $250K VoteVets Ads Against Rep. Van Orden Over

Apr 09, 10:54 AM PKT
VoteVets Action Fund, a Democratic‑aligned group, is spending $250,000 on television ads that criticize Republican Representative Derrick Van Orden of Wisconsin for supporting a Pentagon request for an additional $200 billion for the Iran operation. The ads link the war to rising gasoline prices and accuse Van Orden of backing cuts to Veterans Affairs care. The campaign, launched on Wednesday, aims to expand to other battleground districts, targeting GOP veterans perceived as following former President Trump’s stance on the conflict. Read on rss.politico.com
Global News

Jim Whittaker, First American Everest Summiter, Dies at 97 Washington

Apr 09, 10:52 AM PKT
Jim Whittaker, the first American to reach Mount Everest’s summit on 1 May 1963, died aged 97 at his home in Port Townsend, Washington, surrounded by family, his son Leif confirmed. A former full‑time employee and president of outdoor retailer REI, Whittaker was celebrated as a folk hero devoted to adventure, stewardship, service and family. He returned to Everest with his family at age 83 and was born in Seattle in 1929, climbing with his twin brother Lou as a Boy Scout. Read on bbci.co.uk
Pakistan Tribune

COVID-19 case confirmed in Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan raises tally to twenty

Apr 09, 10:51 AM PKT
A 14‑year‑old boy from Skardu in Gilgit‑Baltistan was admitted to a local isolation centre after testing positive for COVID‑19. Health officials confirmed the infection, marking the latest addition to Pakistan’s coronavirus count, which now stands at 20 confirmed cases nationwide. The report underscores ongoing surveillance efforts in the remote northern region as authorities monitor the spread. Read on tribune.com.pk
International

Sydney Light Rail Sensor Trial Scrapped Over Cost, Whistleblower Says

Apr 09, 10:51 AM PKT
After a teen was trapped between coupled trams in 2023, Transdev started a coupling project and trialed sensors to detect pedestrians. A whistleblower says the sensor trial was halted because of expense before a second fatality occurred. Transdev denies that the assessment was abandoned. The article notes the controversy and the alleged decision to stop the safety assessment. Read on theguardian.com
International

Australia News Live Updates Today Available

Apr 09, 10:51 AM PKT
Diesel prices in Australia have surged 20 cents a litre in two days, reaching a record high. Toll traffic has fallen as fuel prices take a toll. Other news includes Bruce Lehrmann losing his final bid to appeal a defamation case. Read on theguardian.com
All News

US Vice President JD Vance Comments

Apr 09, 10:51 AM PKT
US Vice President JD Vance warned Iran not to jeopardize the ceasefire over Israel's attacks in Lebanon. Vance stated that Iran would be "dumb" to let talks collapse, citing a "legitimate misunderstanding" about Lebanon's inclusion. The US and Iran have conflicting positions on the issue, with Iran claiming Lebanon is part of the truce and the US denying it. Read on aljazeera.com
All News

Tiger Woods Prescription Records Subpoenaed

Apr 09, 10:51 AM PKT
Prosecutors are seeking Tiger Woods' prescription drug records after his vehicle crashed in Florida. Woods pleaded not guilty to driving under the influence and is stepping away to seek treatment. Prosecutors want records from a pharmacy, including prescription details and warnings. Read on aljazeera.com
All News

Americans Divided Over Trump's Instinct-Driven Approach to Iran Conflict Policy

Apr 09, 10:51 AM PKT
Public opinion in the United States is split on whether to trust President Donald Trump’s instinct‑driven handling of the escalating Iran situation. Many express concern that the president is sidestepping his cabinet and Congress, relying on gut feelings rather than established processes. Al Jazeera journalist Heidi Zhou‑Castro captures these sentiments by speaking with ordinary citizens gathered at the White House. Read on aljazeera.com
Global News

Los Angeles 'Ketamine Queen' Sentenced Fifteen Years for Perry's Death

Apr 09, 10:51 AM PKT
Jasveen Sangha, a 42‑year‑old Los‑Angeles resident dubbed the “Ketamine Queen,” pleaded guilty to five charges, including distributing ketamine that caused the death of actor Matthew Perry. The court described her North Hollywood home as a drug‑selling emporium serving affluent clients. Sentencing judges emphasized her lack of remorse, though she later expressed shame. Sangha received a 15‑year prison term for the overdose that killed Perry in his hot tub in October 2023. Read on bbci.co.uk
Global News

Oil Prices Surge as Traders Monitor Fragile US‑Iran Ceasefire Tensions

Apr 09, 10:51 AM PKT
Global oil prices rose in Asian morning trade after a fragile US‑Iran ceasefire, with Brent crude up 2.2% to $96.70 and WTI 2.8% to $96.90. The two‑week conditional ceasefire, tested by Israeli strikes on Lebanon, prompted Tehran’s warning of a “regret‑inducing response.” Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted after Iran threatened vessels. Prices stay above pre‑war levels, and analysts say the market’s key focus is Hormuz traffic and the still‑fragile US‑Iran talks. Read on bbci.co.uk
Global News

BBC Interviews Artemis II Astronauts After Historic Lunar Fly‑by Mission

Apr 09, 10:51 AM PKT
BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle interviewed the four Artemis II astronauts as they returned from a dramatic lunar fly‑by that took them farther from Earth than any humans before. In what is expected to be their final call before Saturday’s splashdown, mission specialist Christina Koch said she will miss the “camaraderie”, calling the crew “brothers and sisters”. Read on bbci.co.uk