Explosion reported outside Islamabad court, rescue underway

By Shumaila AslamScandinavian News FinlandBureau Chief Pakistan An explosion has been reported outside a court in Islamabad, Pakistan. Authorities and rescue teams have rushed to the scene to assess casualties and secure the area. Investigation into the cause of the blast is underway.
Suicide bombing at Islamabad Judicial Complex kills many

By Hammad KahlunInternational News CorrespondentSNN News Finland A tragic incident occurred at the Islamabad Judicial Complex as a suicide bomber detonated explosives outside the court premises. Multiple casualties have been reported, and rescue teams have reached the site. Security forces have cordoned off the area while investigations are underway.
Finland Records All Time High in Hate Crime Reports

By Hammad KahlunInternational CorrespondentScandinavian News Finland HELSINKI Finland has recorded the highest number of hate crime reports in its history, according to new data released by the Police University College. The majority of these crimes were driven by racial or ethnic bias. In 2024, Finnish police documented 1,808 suspected hate crimes, marking a 13% increase […]
Iraq Votes in Elections With Low Hopes for Reform

Shumaila AslamScandinavian News FinlandBureau Chief Pakistan BAGHDAD Iraqis began voting on Tuesday to elect a new 329-member parliament, according to state television. Polling stations across the country opened early in the morning and will close at 6:00 p.m. (1500 GMT). Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani is seeking a second term in office. However, many young […]
Maryam Nawaz Travels to COP30 After Lahore Smog Crisis

By Hammad KahlunInternational CorrespondentScandinavian News Finland After Lahore was declared the most polluted city in the world in October, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has travelled to Brazil to attend the COP30 climate summit. Her visit aims to discuss global efforts to reduce air pollution and combat climate change. However, critics on social media […]