Pakistan’s ex-PM Imran Khan wounded in shooting at protest
Supporters of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, chant slogans next to a burning tire during a protest to condemn a shooting incident on their leader’s convoy, in Karachi, Pakistan, Nov. 3, 2022. A gunman opened fire Thursday at a campaign truck carrying Khan, wounding him slightly in the leg and killing one of his supporters, his party and police said. Nine others were also wounded.
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was shot in the leg while leading a protest march today. Gunfire rained onto his convoy and he was en route to Islamabad in a demonstration aimed at pushing for new elections. Thursday’s shooting is inflaming an already heated political situation in Pakistan. And, a new British study out on Thursday shows that psilocybin — a substance found in “magic” mushrooms — can help people suffering from depression. For years, scientists have been taking a fresh look at the use of psychedelic drugs for treating anxiety and depression. Also, Canada prides itself as a climate champion, vowing to reduce emissions and kick fossil fuel use. But stubborn demand for oil and gas means the country is also eager to drill more oil. Plus, pasta lovers, take heart! Italian food scientists have figured out how to extend pasta freshness for up to 120 days.
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