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Blast at Islamabad Mosque Leaves Dozens Dead

                    Blood stains at the site of a deadly explosion at a Shi'ite Muslim mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan A suicide bomber detonated explosives inside a crowded Shi’ite mosque in Islamabad, killing 31 people and injuring many others during Friday prayers. The attack struck the Tarlai neighborhood, where worshippers had gathered in large numbers, turning a moment of devotion into chaos and devastation. Witnesses described a powerful blast that shattered windows, collapsed parts of the structure, and left victims trapped beneath debris. Emergency teams and local residents worked together to rush the wounded to nearby hospitals, where several remain in critical condition. Authorities have heightened security across the capital as investigators work to determine how the attacker breached the area and whether others were involved. The bombing marks one of the deadliest assaults in the city in years and has intensified ...

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Massive Winter System Poised to Slam U.S., Raising Fears of Widespread Destruction

                                   The polar vortex controls how much cold air moves into the US.

A sprawling and fast‑intensifying winter storm is expected to barrel across large sections of the United States, bringing a dangerous mix of heavy snow, destructive winds, and life‑threatening cold. Meteorologists warn that the system’s sheer size and strength could make it one of the most disruptive winter events of the season.

Forecasters anticipate blizzard conditions across parts of the Midwest and Northern Plains, where whiteout visibility and rapid snow accumulation may make travel nearly impossible. Farther south, the storm’s collision with warmer air could trigger severe icing, raising the risk of downed power lines, impassable roads, and extended outages.

Emergency officials across multiple states are urging residents to prepare now—stocking essential supplies, charging devices, and avoiding unnecessary travel once the storm arrives. With wind gusts expected to reach damaging levels in some regions, authorities caution that even well‑built structures could face strain.

As the system moves eastward, major cities along the corridor from the Great Lakes to the Northeast may experience significant disruptions to transportation, including flight delays and cancellations. The combination of extreme cold and strong winds could also create dangerously low wind chills, posing a serious threat to anyone exposed for even short periods.

While the exact track may shift, experts agree that the storm’s potential for widespread, long‑lasting impacts is high. Communities across the affected regions are bracing for what could be a challenging and hazardous stretch of winter weather.

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