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1. Fact check: Viral image of Saudi defence minister kissing Iranian president's hand is doctored Express Tribune · 28 Oct 2026

   Several people, including pro-Houthi accounts based on their past posts, were sharing an image since October 26, 2026, on social media platforms Facebook and X allegedly showing the Saudi defence minister kissing the hand of the Iranian president amid a meeting in Tehran involving the Makkah Defence…

2. Peshawar ATC issues arrest warrants for Sohail Afridi in Radio Pakistan attack case Express Tribune · 28 Oct 2026

   An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Peshawar on Wednesday issued arrest warrants for suspended Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, former provincial ministers Taimur Saleem Jhagra and Kamran Khan Bangash, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Peshawar President Irfan Saleem and party…

3. K-P governor's rule to end in six months, emergency to continue until peace restored: Tariq Fazal Express Tribune · 28 Oct 2026

   Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhry said governor's rule in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) would end after six months, while the emergency would remain in place until peace was restored in the province. Responding to remarks by Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur…

4. In support of One-China policy, Pakistan bans Taiwanese airlines from using its airspace: report Express Tribune · 28 Oct 2026

   Pakistan has banned Taiwanese airlines from using its airspace as part of its strict adherence to Beijing’s One-China policy, making it the first country to take such a step, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday. “The aviation division follows the One China policy — only mainland China is allowed,” the…

5. England seek consolation win Express Tribune · 28 Oct 2026

   Sri Lanka return to Gaddafi Stadium on Thursday with a place in the ODI tri-series final secured, while England face the challenge of salvaging pride from a campaign that has unravelled despite flashes of extraordinary batting. The contrasting fortunes of the teams have made their final league…

6. Pakistan regroup for tri-series final Express Tribune · 28 Oct 2026

   Pakistan’s batting coach Michael Smith has said that Pakistan must put their disappointing defeat behind them and focus on preparing for Saturday’s ODI tri-series final against Sri Lanka. He urged his charges to rediscover the collective performance that helped them become the first side to qualify…

7. Mamya Shajaffar celebrates reclaiming life's simple joys after illness Express Tribune · 28 Oct 2026

   Actor Mamya Shajaffar is celebrating more than fashion milestones. After a period of serious illness left even the simple pleasure of wearing a pretty dress and going for a walk feeling out of reach, her recent appearances at Paris Fashion Week have become a reminder of how far she has come. In an…

8. PM Shehbaz orders urgent reforms in Islamabad's govt schools Express Tribune · 28 Oct 2026

   Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday chaired a high-level meeting regarding school reforms, directing the urgent implementation of infrastructure, curriculum, teacher training, and other reforms for all government schools in Islamabad, ordering Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal to resolve issues…

9. Overturned container truck kills four passengers on Lagos bridge Punch · 28 Oct 2026

   A container-laden truck overturned onto a passenger bus on Berger Bridge in Lagos, killing four adult males and injuring six others on Wednesday morning. Read More: https://punchng.com/overturned-container-truck-kills-four-passengers-on-lagos-bridge/

10. Delta gov signs 13th-month salary, four others into law Punch · 28 Oct 2026

    Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has signed five bills into law, including a 13th-month salary for public servants to improve workers’ welfare. Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-gov-signs-13th-month-salary-four-others-into-law/