ICC & Cricket: The ICC Appeals Panel has overturned the “unsatisfactory” pitch demerit point for Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, clearing the venue after Pakistan’s PCB appeal over the June Pakistan-Australia ODI pitch. England-Pakistan Test: Rain washed out the start of Day 2 at Headingley; England were 112/2 in reply to Pakistan’s 171, with Joe Root 37* and Jordan Cox 23* as play was delayed again. Healthcare Accountability: A woman and newborn died at Karachi’s Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre after she was allegedly denied ICU admission; a three-member inquiry has been formed. Kashmir Diplomacy: Pakistan lodged a strong protest with the US over Ambassador Sergio Gor’s remarks calling Jammu and Kashmir “an important part of India,” reiterating the disputed status. Foreign Exchange Push: Finance Minister Aurangzeb says Pakistan has sought a $10bn US facility to support forex stability and reduce reliance on emergency financing. Child Online Safety: PTA and Google signed an MoU to strengthen child online safety through awareness, training, and localized resources. Gold Prices: Gold jumped in Pakistan, with 24-karat tola up Rs13,700 to Rs471,936. Women’s Safety Online: TikTok influencer Shamso Bibi (1.3m followers) was shot dead near Taxila, renewing concerns over violence against women creators. Regional Security: Six injured Pakistani sailors returned home after a Houthi attack in the Red Sea; two bodies were also repatriated.