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Pakistan flexes naval power with anti-ship missile test

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Navy has successfully test-fired a locally developed ship-launched anti-ship missile, accurately striking its target at extended range in a live exercise that underscores the country’s growing precision-strike capability and maritime deterrence.In a statement, the military said the missile “accurately engaged its target with high speed at extended range,” demonstrating advanced guidance, manoeuvrability and operational readiness. The launch was witnessed by Chief of the Naval...

Surprise tornadoes in Kansas prompt concerns about changes at the National Weather Service

TornadoesSurprise tornadoes in Kansas prompt concerns about changes at the National Weather ServiceFor much of Monday, the NWS didn't anticipate a tornado threat for Kansas City — then five hit that evening. Did a change in weather balloon launches leave forecasters in the dark?Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleDangerous tornadoes rip across Midwest01:53Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleApril 16, 2026, 8:00 AM EDTBy Evan BushA tornado outb...

UAE summer to get hotter, more humid in 2026? Why El Niño may return to GCC

The UAE and the wider Gulf region could be heading for a hotter, more humid summer, as early indicators point to the possible return of the El Niño climate phenomenon later this year, according to global climate models and meteorological agencies.Storm Centre reported that El Niño is likely to begin between May and July 2026, with an estimated 61 per cent chance of persisting through the end of the year. The account cited updates from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, along wi...

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Son admits storing body of his mum in chest freezer at home

Son admits preventing lawful burial of mum after storing her body in freezer30 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleColette HumeBBC Wales, Cardiff Crown CourtBBCChristopher Phillips stored the body of his mum in a chest freezer at homeA man has admitted preventing the lawful and decent burial of his mother after her body was discovered in a chest freezer at her home.The body of Sylvia Phillips, 89, was found by officers from South Wales Police in February at Poplar Crescent, Porthcawl.C...

BSF officer killed in fuel depot fire at Bengal border outpost

Tragedy struck the Bankra border outpost in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas as a devastating fire engulfed a fuel depot. Assistant Sub Inspector Jagi Ram tragically lost his life after being trapped inside during a blast that ignited the blaze. The depot supplied fuel for BSF boats patrolling the Sundarbans. Authorities are investigating the incident.

Indian man charged with sexual assault of passenger on Singapore-Perth Scoot flight

A man was charged in Australia on Tuesday with sexually assaulting a female passenger on board a Scoot flight from Singapore to Perth on Monday. The 52-year-old Indian national committed “non-consensual sexual acts” on a woman he was seated next to during the flight, the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and Western Australia Police Force said in a joint statement on Monday. The woman sought help from airline staff members and was later moved to another seat, the police said in the...

Federal Constitutional Court gives landmark verdict in inheritance case

The Federal Constitutional Court of Pakistan on Thursday issued a landmark verdict in inheritance case in Punjab’s Wazirabad land dispute case, ARY News reported. The FCC headed by Chief Justice Aminuddin Khan and comprising Justice Ali Baqar Najafi issued an important ruling in CPLA No. 3378 of 2022 concerning inheritance rights in a land settlement case from Mouza Dhanunkal, Tehsil Wazirabad. The case centred on longstanding irregularities in revenue records, where the pre-deceased daugh...

Devastated wife of newlywed shark attack victim accuses Maldives tour firm of 'serious negligence' after attack near fish processing plant left him fighting for life with amputated leg

Devastated wife of newlywed shark attack victim accuses Maldives tour firm of 'serious negligence' after attack near fish processing plant left him fighting for life with amputated legBy SABRINA PENTY, FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 10:16, 16 April 2026 | Updated: 10:22, 16 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Pakistan Navy successfully tests indigenously developed anti-ship missile

Must ReadPakistanPakistan Navy successfully tests indigenously developed anti-ship missileBy Laiq Ur Rehman-Apr 16, 2026Pakistan Navy has successfully conducted a Live Weapon Firing of an indigenously developed Ship-Launched Anti-Ship Missile, accurately engaging its target with high speed at extended range. Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf, along with leading scientists and engineers, witnessed the missile firing. The missile integrates a cutting-edge guidance system and advanced maneuverabili...

Pakistan Navy successfully tests indigenously developed anti-ship missile

Pakistan Navy has successfully conducted a Live Weapon Firing of an indigenously developed Ship-Launched Anti-Ship Missile, accurately engaging its target with high speed at extended range. Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf, along with leading scientists and engineers, witnessed the missile firing. The missile integrates a cutting-edge guidance system and advanced maneuverability, enabling it to evade threats, adapt to dynamic conditions, and deliver with precision and lethality. The successful...

Jurassic art: fossils transformed into artwork at Amsterdam museum

Dubai: A striking fusion of science and creativity is taking centre stage in Amsterdam, where ancient fossils are being transformed into captivating works of art. The “Relics” exhibition at Art Zoo showcases nine pieces by creative duo Jaap Sinke and Ferry van Tongeren, blending natural history with imaginative design.At the heart of the exhibition is a 67-million-year-old triceratops skull, dramatically suspended above a coral sculpture, creating a visually arresting centrepiece. The artists ai...

Delhi heat: Will temperatures break 2024 record, cross 46°C mark?

Delhi heat Will temperatures break record cross C mark

Nine killed in second school shooting in Turkey in two days

NewsWorldEuropeNine killed in second school shooting in Turkey in two daysLocal governor Mukerrem Unluer says weapons were believed to belong to student's father, a former police officerStuti Mishra Thursday 16 April 2026 09:05 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,"showBookmark":true,"artic...

Natural gas leads US energy mix, with nuclear, coal and renewables filling the rest

Natural gas remained the largest source of electricity generation in the United States, underscoring the fuel’s central role in meeting demand as utilities balance affordability, reliability and the shift toward cleaner energy.Nuclear power held steady as the second-largest source, according to Energy Secretary Chris Wright, while coal continued its long decline but still produced a significant share of the nation’s power.Battery boom is here: How energy storage solves biggest knock against sola...

Pakistan Navy successfully test fires locally developed extended-range anti-ship missile: ISPR

The Pakistan Navy has successfully fired a locally developed anti-ship missile to engage targets at an extended range, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Thursday. “In a resolute display of preparedness and precision-strike capability, Pakistan Navy successfully conducted a live weapon firing of an indigenously developed ship-launched anti-ship missile, accurately engaging its target with high speed at extended range,” the ISPR said. It added that Chief of the Nava...

Indian-American man falsely accused of child predator in sting op. This is his reply

IndianAmerican man falsely accused of child predator in sting op This is his reply

Why Sikkim High Court allowed naming of accused in FIR reporting, dismissed privacy breach

The ruling sits at an intersection of two constitutional guarantees, the freedom of the press under Article 19(1)(a) and the right of fair trial under Article 21, and raises a question: at what point does reporting a crime become trying the accused?

Pakistan, Turkiye commando exercise Jinnah-XIII concludes in Ankara, Isparta

The Pakistan–Turkiye Joint Commando and Special Forces Exercise Jinnah-XIII was successfully conducted in Türkiye on Thursday, focusing on counterterrorism operations, the military’s media wing said in a statement According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), combat teams from the Pakistan Army participated alongside their Turkish counterparts, with training activities held in Ankara and Isparta. The ISPR said that the exercise achieved all its training and military...