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Pakistan to close schools, cut spending over Iran war Pakistan announced fuel- and cost-saving measures to mitigate the economic strain from the ongoing conflict in Iran. The steps include temporary school closures, government salary cuts, and a ban on iftar gatherings. Nigeria's new 'insurgency corridor' evolves Nigeria's northwest and central border regions have become a hub for Sahelian militants, raising concerns about a widening insurgency corridor that could destabilize the region. China bets on new tech, domestic demand at 'Two Sessions' Thousands of Chinese officials, including members of the National People's Congress, are meeting in Beijing as the government projects the lowest GDP growth in decades. Amid Iran war, civilians trapped between bombs and regime Iran's civilians are dealing with US and Israeli airstrikes amid an internet blackout and with nearly no protection provided by the state. Even regime opponents are losing hope that the war will be over soon. Charting the US-Israel war with Iran The US-Israeli attacks on Iran have raised tensions in the Middle East. Here's a look at the Iran war in charts and maps. EU chief: Phasing out nuclear power was 'strategic mistake' Ursula von der Leyen said the European Union was "completely dependent" on expensive and volatile fossil fuel imports. She has announced new ambitions to harmonize nuclear regulations and roll out smaller reactors. US authorities search Jeffrey Epstein's former ranch New Mexico prosecutors have reopened a criminal investigation after the release of the so-called 'Epstein files'. At least two women have made allegations of sexual misconduct at the remote property. Disruption hits undersea power cable between Finland and Sweden A high-voltage power cable between Finland and Sweden went offline for several hours before the connection was restored. Finland's grid operator said the cable itself appeared to be unharmed. Iran war: How long before Gulf nations stop pumping oil? The oil price spiked near $120 after strikes on Iran's energy sites and the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz. With tankers stuck and Gulf oil facilities hit, producers are running short on storage to maintain production. Nepal: Rapper-turned-politician poised to become next PM Balendra Shah's RSP party is set for a landslide election win after Gen Z-led protests toppled the previous government. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has already spoken with Shah. LA police arrest woman after shots fired at Rihanna's home The woman is being detained on suspicion of attempted murder after reportedly firing at singer Rihanna's Beverly Hills home using an AR-15-style assault rifle. No injuries were reported.