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Senators alarmed by ‘surge’ in violence against women; 5pc conviction rate termed ‘systemic failure’
ISLAMABAD: Senators on Friday voiced alarm over rising violent crimes against women and demanded stronger measures to improve the conviction rate, which the presiding officer, PPP Vice President Sherry Rehman, said stood at “only five per cent”. The debate began after Balochistan Senator Naseema Ehsan raised the killing of Rubina Chandio for alleged ‘honour’ in Sindh’s Tando Masti. “Rubina Chandio was killed in Sindh. She was given neither a funeral nor a shroud,” Ehsan said. She added that the...
North Korea will launch a nuclear weapon if Kim Jong Un is assassinated under new rules drawn up by the dictator
North Korea will launch a nuclear weapon if Kim Jong Un is assassinated under new rules drawn up by the dictatorBy OLIVIA ALLHUSEN, FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 16:23, 8 May 2026 | Updated: 16:23, 8 May 2026 e-mail View comments
U.S. launches attacks on Iran after it says 3 Navy destroyers were attacked
Officials say U.S. forces returned fire on Iranian targets after three Navy destroyers were attacked as they transited the Strait of Hormuz. Holly Williams has the latest.
Stormy Saturday: Thundersqualls to batter East India, West to sweat at 45°C
Stormy Saturday Thundersqualls to batter East India West to sweat at C
South Africa’s top court revives impeachment inquiry against president
The scandal centres on a large sum of foreign currency stolen from President Cyril Ramaphosa’s farmhouse in 2020.
Swinney ‘certain’ SNP will be largest party at Holyrood after election
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What To Know About Trump’s Latest Tariffs Being Struck Down
MoneyTaxesWhat To Know About Trump’s Latest Tariffs Being Struck DownByNathan Goldman,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Nathan Goldman is a tax prof. at NC State Univ.Follow AuthorMay 08, 2026, 11:18am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.TrumpAFP via Getty ImagesFollowing the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down President Donald Trump’s International Emergency...
Robert Jenrick’s rancorous relationship with former Tory colleagues aired live on BBC
Victoria Atkins accused him of abandoning friendship and said they had not spoken since he defected to ReformThe rancorous relationship between Robert Jenrick and his former colleagues in the Conservative party was aired on live TV on Friday when an MP who backed his leadership bid accused him of abandoning their friendship.Victoria Atkins, the shadow environment secretary, revealed live on the BBC’s local election programme that she has not spoken to Robert Jenrick since he defected to Reform i...
JD Vance holds chilling closed-door summit with America's most powerful men as horrifying global threat menacing hospitals spirals
JD Vance holds chilling closed-door summit with America's most powerful men as horrifying global threat menacing hospitals spiralsOur DC Insider newsletter has arrived. Sign up HERE for all the latest scoops inside Washington and drama inside the Trump administration. By PHILLIP NIETO, US POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 16:13, 8 May 2026 | Updated: 16:13, 8 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Trump ally Farage says elections mark "historic shift in British politics"
World U.K. election results mark "historic shift in British politics," Trump ally Farage says as big parties reel By Inaya Folarin Iman Inaya Folarin Iman Reporter Inaya Folarin Iman is a reporter for CBS News covering politics and culture in the U.K. and Europe. Read Full Bio Inaya Folarin Iman May 8, 2026 / 11:12 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google London — The United Kingdom's governing Labour Party and the opposition Conservative Party, which together have dominated British p...
British sprinter CJ Ujah among 10 suspects charged over alleged cryptocurrency fraud
World relay gold medallist bailed until 28 May court hearingPolice alleged suspects part of an organised crime groupThe British sprinter CJ Ujah, who won 4x100m relay gold at the 2017 world championships, is one of 10 suspects charged with conspiracy to defraud as part of a police investigation into cryptocurrency fraud.It is alleged that the suspects were part of an organised crime group linked to a scam involving phone calls to multiple victims, from people purporting to be police officers and...
From struggle to sweep: BJP's reserved seat performance in Assam and Bengal
From struggle to sweep BJPs reserved seat performance in Assam and Bengal
Supreme Court seeks Centre reply on Gujarat AAP plea on social media suspension
Supreme Court seeks Centre reply on Gujarat AAP plea on social media suspension
Virginia Supreme Court tosses out congressional map that favored Democrats
Politics Virginia Supreme Court tosses out congressional map that favored Democrats By Kathryn Watson Kathryn Watson Politics Reporter Kathryn Watson is a politics reporter for CBS News Digital, based in Washington, D.C. Read Full Bio Kathryn Watson Updated on: May 8, 2026 / 11:07 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Washington — The Virginia Supreme Court on Friday tossed out a congressional redistricting referendum passed by Virginia voters last month, striking a blow to Democra...
Vijay’s TVK clears majority hurdle, set to form Tamil Nadu government
Actor-turned-politician Vijay is set to become the next chief minister of Tamil Nadu after his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) secured enough backing from allies to cross the majority mark following days of intense post-election negotiations and political uncertainty.The breakthrough came on Friday after Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar gave the green signal for government formation, bringing an end to a deadlock that had gripped the state since the assembly election results delivered a fract...
100 years of history down the pan for Welsh Labour as party faces being pushed into third place
100 years of history down the pan for Welsh Labour as party faces being pushed into third placeBy CLAIRE ELLICOTT, WHITEHALL EDITOR FOR THE DAILY MAIL Published: 16:03, 8 May 2026 | Updated: 16:03, 8 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Lawmaker in Washington state calls for Stars and Stripes to be replaced with PRIDE flag because it feels 'more relatable'
Lawmaker in Washington state calls for Stars and Stripes to be replaced with PRIDE flag because it feels 'more relatable'By JAMES CIRRONE, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 16:01, 8 May 2026 | Updated: 16:03, 8 May 2026 e-mail View comments
The children of IS-linked families must not be treated as extensions of their parents – but individuals shaped by years of trauma | Peta Lowe
Islamic State committed extraordinary brutality. But how Australia treats the children returning from Syria is a test of our humanity The return of Australian women and children from Syrian detention camps this week has reignited a familiar public debate – fear, anger, outrage and politics. Three women were arrested on arrival and face serious allegations linked to terrorism and slavery offences.But beneath the headlines and the language of “Isis brides” sits a more uncomfortable reality: many o...
Paramore Marks A Return To The Charts After Missing No. 1 Last Week
BusinessHollywood & EntertainmentParamore Marks A Return To The Charts After Missing No. 1 Last WeekByHugh McIntyre,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts.Follow AuthorMay 08, 2026, 11:00am EDTParamore brings a pair of bestsellers — Brand New Eyes and Riot — back to the Official Rock and Metal Albums chart one week after almost earning a new No. 1. Hayley Williams of Param...
Can L.A. Convince Angelenos to Ride the D Line? New Subway Stops Offer Easy Access to Academy Museum, SAG-AFTRA Offices and More
Los Angeles residents have been waiting for the Metro D line to extend its reach down Wilshire Boulevard for more than a decade, and the time has finally come to unveil the new extension. Stations at La Brea Avenue, Fairfax Avenue and La Cienega Boulevard will open Friday, giving riders the ability to get from […]