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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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Scorching Skies: Australia Endures Relentless Heatwave

                                              Boys playing in a fountain in Melbourne.

Australia is grappling with an intense and prolonged heatwave that has pushed temperatures close to 50 °C in several regions, straining infrastructure and raising concerns about public health and environmental stability. Meteorologists report that parts of Western and South Australia have experienced some of the hottest January days on record, with little relief expected in the coming week.

Emergency services have urged residents to stay indoors during peak heat hours, remain hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbours. Power grids are under pressure as air‑conditioning use surges, and rural communities face heightened bushfire risks as dry winds sweep across already parched landscapes.

Wildlife experts are also sounding alarms as native species struggle to cope with the extreme conditions. Authorities are monitoring water supplies and advising caution as heat‑related illnesses rise.

While heatwaves are not new to Australia, the duration and severity of this event have reignited conversations about climate resilience and long‑term adaptation strategies. For now, the nation waits for a break in the weather as temperatures continue to hover at dangerous highs.


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