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US President Donald Trump condemned the shooting of two National Guard soldiers near the White House, calling it an act of terror. The Afghan suspect was critically injured. Both soldiers remain in critical condition as authorities investigate the attack and review immigration policies linked to the suspect.

America's Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned consumers about 19 types of cookware, several of which are made in India out of aluminum and alloys that risk leaching of lead into food CBS reported on Thursday.

Pakistani Judge, a part of the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC), Ali Baqar Najafi, opined that the Noor Mukadam murder case is the direct result of a "vice" spreading in society known as "living relationship," Dawn reported.

The US has halted all immigration processing for Afghan nationals after two National Guard members were shot near the White House. President Trump called the attack "an act of terror" and said the suspect arrived in 2021, urging a review of all Afghans who entered the country.

Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey welcomed India's selection as host of the 2030 Commonwealth Games, praising its sporting legacy and Ahmedabad as the venue. PM Modi celebrated the win on X. The decision was ratified by 74 Commonwealth member nations in Glasgow.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa called the action by the United States regrettable on not inviting South Africa for the G20 Summit 2026 which will take place in Miami next year. He said that despite the efforts and numerous attempts by President Ramaphosa and his administration to reset the diplomatic relationship with the US, President Trump continues to apply punitive measures against South Africa based on misinformation and distortions about our country.