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Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Scottish Sun
Newlyweds who stabbed groom's mum in ‘frenzied' attack while wearing creepy Poundland animal masks are jailed
MURDER PLOT Newlyweds who stabbed groom's mum in 'frenzied' attack while wearing creepy Poundland animal masks are jailed Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A NEWLYWED couple who stabbed the groom's stepmum while wearing creepy animal masks have been jailed. Wasif Hussain, 21 and his wife Nabela Tabassum, 19, donned the giraffe masks from Poundland to launch into the "frenzied" attack. 3 The evil couple wore giraffe masks during the attempted murder Credit: BPM Hussain repeatedly stabbed Arifa Nazmin and bludgeoned her with a hammer as his wife restrained her new mother-in-law. He also strangled and punched her during the horror in Birmingham, which was caught on camera. The couple have now been found jailed after they were found guilty of attempted murder following a trial. Hussain was caged for 15 years while his wife received a nine-year jail term. In her victim impact statement, Arifa said: 'I still panic when the door is knocked, I can feel the fear in my body. 'I'm terrified they have returned to finish me off. I will live with this for the rest of my life.' Birmingham Crown Court heard they had been living at the home after they got married in December 2023. But they soon hatched the evil plot to kill Arifa after they were accused of not doing any chores and treating the house like a hotel. The stepmum also claimed Tabassum could not wash up properly. The court was told the pair snapped when they were asked to leave the home and began assembling a chilling kill kit. This included a can of Zoflora disinfect, gloves and a lighter all bought from a One Stop in a bid to cover their tracks. The monster couple planned to burn Arifa's body in the garden after killing her. They also bought the Poundland giraffe masks on January 29 - the day they launched the savage attack. As Tabassum held Arifa down, Hussain plunged a knife in and battered his stepmum over the head with a hammer. The bride told her husband "kill her, kill her" as Hussain branded Arifa a "gold digger". He also chillingly told her: "You will die for everything you have done." A camera inside the home captured the victim's terrified screams as she desperately fought back. Brave Arifa managed to survive the horror by convincing them to go upstairs before she called for help. Both Tabassum and Hussain fled but were discovered in a Travelodge in Bolton the following day and arrested. 3 Nabela Tabassum had fallen out with her mum-in-law
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- The Irish Sun
Newlyweds who stabbed groom's mum in ‘frenzied' attack while wearing creepy Poundland animal masks are jailed
A NEWLYWED couple who stabbed the groom's stepmum while wearing creepy animal masks have been jailed. Wasif Hussain, 21 and his wife Nabela Tabassum, 19, donned the giraffe masks from Poundland to launch into the "frenzied" attack. 3 The evil couple wore giraffe masks during the attempted murder Credit: BPM Hussain repeatedly stabbed Arifa Nazmin and bludgeoned her with a hammer as his wife restrained her new mother-in-law. He also strangled and punched her during the horror in Birmingham, which was caught on camera. The couple have now been found jailed after they were found guilty of attempted murder following a trial. Hussain was caged for 15 years while his wife received a nine-year jail term. In her victim impact statement, Arifa said: 'I still panic when the door is knocked, I can feel the fear in my body. 'I'm terrified they have returned to finish me off. I will live with this for the rest of my life.' Birmingham Crown Court heard they had been living at the home after they got married in December 2023. But they soon hatched the evil plot to kill Arifa after they were accused of not doing any chores and treating the house like a hotel. Most read in The Sun The stepmum also claimed Tabassum could not wash up properly. The court was told the pair snapped when they were asked to leave the home and began assembling a chilling kill kit. This included a can of Zoflora disinfect, gloves and a lighter all bought from a One Stop in a bid to cover their tracks. The monster couple planned to burn Arifa's body in the garden after killing her. They also bought the Poundland giraffe masks on January 29 - the day they launched the savage attack. As Tabassum held Arifa down, Hussain plunged a knife in and battered his stepmum over the head with a hammer. The bride told her husband "kill her, kill her" as Hussain branded Arifa a "gold digger". He also chillingly told her: "You will die for everything you have done." A camera inside the home captured the victim's terrified screams as she desperately fought back. Read more on the Irish Sun Brave Arifa managed to survive the horror by convincing them to go upstairs before she called for help. Both Tabassum and Hussain fled but were discovered in a Travelodge in Bolton the following day and arrested. 3 Nabela Tabassum had fallen out with her mum-in-law 3 Wasif Hussain is facing jail Credit: BPM
Express Tribune
04-05-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
Fighting polio, one knock at a time
In the narrow streets of Pashtoonabad, one of Quetta's most high-risk union councils, a quiet revolution began nearly two decades ago. It started with a school-going girl named Arifa, who volunteered as a polio worker. At the time, she earned just 80 rupees a day. However, that humble beginning and her commitment to the cause over the years saw her become a Senior Community Block Officer (SCBO), and a respected leader in the fight against polio. Born into a modest Pashtoon family, Arifa's early life was one of struggle. She lost her father at a very young age. One of her sisters passed away, and her younger brother, who was born with a disability, also recently left this world. Arifa, along with her mother and surviving sister, weathered the storms of life with quiet strength and determination. 'My sister and I used to sell chickpeas and rice on the streets, and I did embroidery to support the household,' Arifa recalled. "I was still in school when I joined the polio campaign with my sister. Back then, the job was just a source of income. But with time, it became a mission.' For the last 17 years, Arifa has dedicated herself to polio eradication. She funded her own education, completing a Master's in Education ( More importantly, she used her salary to provide medical treatment for her disabled brother, a responsibility she carried with courage and compassion. Similarly, her commitment to polio eradication runs deeper than professional duty. 'I've lived with the pain of disability. I've seen what it does to families. I don't want any other child to suffer like my brother. That's why I dedicate my life to this mission. Every child I vaccinate is, in a way, my own brother,' she said. Working in a conservative neighbourhood was not easy. Arifa was one of the first women in her area to step out for work, and she paid a heavy price for it. She faced verbal abuse, stones thrown at her, and even dogs unleashed to scare her away — all because she dared to protect children from disease. 'I cried many times. But I never told my mother or sister. I didn't want them to worry. If I had quit, other girls would never have stepped forward. I had to keep going.' Today, nearly 100 per cent of polio frontline workers in her area are women. Arifa inspired many of them. She has not only led by example but also empowered other women to serve their communities. Arifa's influence goes far beyond vaccinations. Through her work, she found her voice. She is known for being eloquent, proactive, and inspiring. She has initiated several community engagement sessions by involving teachers and respected religious women scholars, which helped build trust and reduce refusals to vaccination in underserved communities. These efforts have proven revolutionary in reaching missed children and addressing deeply rooted misconceptions. Arifa also actively motivates female doctors to speak out about the safety and importance of the polio vaccine, especially in her area where false rumours linking the vaccine with infertility have long caused hesitation and resistance. 'People need voices they trust. When doctors and religious women speak, families listen. My job is to bring them together for a common cause,' she told said. Known for her humble and friendly nature, Arifa has become a source of strength for women around her. Community members feel comfortable approaching her, seeking her advice, and often sharing personal concerns. Her journey hasn't been without danger. She survived two serious security incidents, including a hand grenade attack on a vehicle full of polio workers. Yet nothing could shake her resolve. 'From a daily wager to SCBO — it's been a tough road, but I'm proud. Every challenge made me stronger,' said the activist. Arifa's story is one of courage, transformation, and leadership. She is not only protecting children from a disabling disease but is also rewriting the narrative for women in her community one step, one voice, and one child at a time. Mohammad Zafar Baloch is a freelance journalist based in Quetta All facts and information are the sole responsibility of the writer
Express Tribune
16-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Who is the viral girl from Pak vs NZ tri- series final?
Fashion model Arifa Junaid Anjum became an overnight sensation after repeatedly appearing on screen during the Pakistan-New Zealand tri-series final in Karachi. The camera frequently focused on Arifa throughout the match, drawing attention from Pakistani cricket fans and making her an instant social media star. Many viewers were captivated by her innocence and beauty, while others questioned the attention given to viral personalities over the actual players. Arifa, who hails from Karachi, is an active presence on social media and has worked as a fashion model. The clips sparked mixed reactions online. Some praised Arifa's personality, while others criticised the focus on her instead of the cricketers. Several users pointed out that Pakistani audiences often highlight similar sensations, sidelining real sports heroes. Some also credited the camerawoman for Arifa's newfound fame.
