Saturday, May 4, 2024

Pakistan records 'wettest April' in more than 60 years: Weather agency May 03, 2024 at 11:21PM

Pakistan experienced its "wettest April since 1961", receiving more than twice as much rain as usual for the month, the country's weather agency said in a report. There were at least 144 deaths in thunderstorms and house collapses due to heavy rains in what the report said was the "wettest April since 1961".

Media bodies flag concern over dire state of 'free media' in Pakistan May 03, 2024 at 10:51PM

The Association of Electronic Media Editors and News Directors (AEMEND) has committed to continue the constitutional and legal struggle for freedom of expression in Pakistan and face unfavourable circumstances head on.

Friday, May 3, 2024

Torrential rains inundate southeastern Texas, causing flooding that has closed schools and roads May 03, 2024 at 06:22AM

Torrential rain in Houston caused closures and highway shutdowns. Over 9 inches fell, leading to flood and evacuation orders. Flash flood warning for San Jacinto River. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo issued evacuation. Rescuers saved residents.