Iran Air says it has not been officially told to stop flights to neighbouring countries, despite a US announcement that tighter sanctions against Iran’s aviation sector are due to take effect on Wednesday. The national carrier said it had received no notification from aviation authorities in Turkey, Azerbaijan or Iraq about suspending flights to Istanbul,… Continue reading Iran Air Flight Ban: Airline Says No Official Notice
Pakistan will host the Pakistan Global Mental Health Summit 2026 in Islamabad on October 1 and 2 as the country seeks stronger policies and services for people facing mental health conditions. The Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination will organize the two-day event at the Serena Hotel. The summit will take place in… Continue reading Pakistan Global Mental Health Summit 2026 in Islamabad
Typhoon Dujuan left at least two people dead and five injured in Japan after bringing torrential rain and strong winds to the Tokyo region. Authorities said the storm also left more than 46,000 households without electricity. Meanwhile, rescue teams continued searching for people reported missing after landslides. Typhoon Dujuan Moves Away From Japan The typhoon… Continue reading Typhoon Dujuan Leaves Two Dead in Japan
Novo Nordisk CEO Mike Doustdar says weight-loss pills could account for half of the global obesity drug market by 2030. His comments highlight a possible shift in the industry, where injectable treatments currently dominate. Doustdar spoke to Reuters after Novo Nordisk’s Capital Markets Day in London. He said the Danish drugmaker is preparing for a… Continue reading Weight-Loss Pills Market Could Reach 50% by 2030
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has warned that proposed EU industry rules could hurt UK businesses and disrupt supply chains as he prepares to discuss the issue with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The European Union wants its proposed “Made in Europe” policy to strengthen European manufacturers and reduce reliance on Chinese components.… Continue reading Burnham Warns EU Industry Rules Could Hurt UK
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed the security of key maritime routes during a phone call on Tuesday. The leaders stressed the need for safe and unrestricted passage through the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb. Both waterways play an important role in global trade and energy shipments. According… Continue reading Putin Saudi Crown Prince Urge Safe Hormuz Passage
Marvel’s upcoming Disney+ series VisionQuest is bringing back familiar MCU characters while introducing several new faces. The series will continue the story that began with WandaVision and continued with Agatha All Along. VisionQuest is scheduled to premiere on Disney+ on October 14, 2026. Marvel Studios has described the show as the concluding chapter of the… Continue reading VisionQuest Cast Revealed Ahead of October Premiere
India narrowly survived a major upset scare against Japan on Tuesday, edging their opponents by just two runs in a rain-shortened T20 international in Sano. The historic match marked the first T20 international between the two sides. It also formed part of celebrations marking 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and Japan. India entered… Continue reading India Survive Japan Scare in Rain-Shortened T20 Match
The United Nations has warned that Super El Nino could become a significant threat to global health. The climate pattern may bring extreme heat, severe drought and widespread flooding. As a result, millions of people could face greater health risks. The warning comes as forecasters expect the current El Nino cycle to rank among the… Continue reading Super El Nino Threatens Global Health, UN Warns
The UK is preparing to deploy an RAF Voyager aircraft to support Saudi Arabia as it responds to attacks by Yemen’s Houthi forces. The aircraft will provide air-to-air refuelling for Saudi fighter jets, allowing them to remain airborne for longer during defensive missions. British Prime Minister Andy Burnham approved the deployment after Saudi Arabia formally… Continue reading UK Saudi Jets Refuelling: RAF Voyager Supports Saudi Arabia
