Hundreds missing after devastating floods on China-Nepal border

Flash floods near the Nepal-China border have left hundreds missing, including foreign tourists, as infrastructure and power stations are swept away. In Pakistan, a fire in a maternity ward at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences killed at least 14 newborns, sparking investigations into safety protocols and emergency response times. Meanwhile, China’s Narcotics Control Commission reports a surge in teenagers misusing prescription drugs to cope with intense academic pressure. In the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Russian forces are systematically targeting petrol stations, forcing local authorities to distribute fuel via mobile tankers. Additionally, international research indicates that nicotine vaping is more effective than traditional patches or gums for smokers attempting to quit. Finally, global tributes honor the late country music legend Dolly Parton, celebrating her decades-long musical legacy and philanthropic contributions to her home state of Tennessee.