Taliban ban university education for Afghan women

Despite promising a softer rule when they seized power last year, the Taliban have ratcheted up restrictions on all aspects of women's lives, ignoring international outrage.

North Korea condemns Japan’s military buildup plans

North Korea on Tuesday condemned a Japanese military buildup outlined in a new security strategy, calling it dangerous and vowing counteractions, while also warning of another imminent test of an intercontinental ballistic missile.

Ukraine preparing to oust Russia from UN Security Council

Ukraine is preparing to take official steps to prove that Russia's presence on UN Security Council is "illegal" and have it removed from the body, Kyiv announced on Tuesday.

Putin orders FSB to step up border control

Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the Federal Security Services to step up surveillance of Russian society and the country's borders to prevent risks from abroad and traitors at home.

Messi lifting FIFA World Cup trophy in black robe garners criticism

Argentinian Footballer Lionel Messi lifting the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 winning trophy in the traditional Arabic black robe, ‘Bisht’ garners mixed reviews on...

Actor Amber Heard to settle defamation case with ex-husband Johnny Depp

Actor Amber Heard said on Monday she would settle defamation claims that were brought against her by ex-husband and fellow actor Johnny Depp, ending years of legal wrangling.

Shaheen Shah Afridi to tie knot in February

The family sources say the wedding preparations have begun on both sides. Pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi has been engaged to the daughter of Shahid Afridi two years ago.

Haris Rauf expected to tie the knot this month

According to the reports, the cricketer has joined the family for festivities in Islamabad. Wedding festivities are set to begin this weekend.

UN chief not optimistic about ‘effective’ peace talks over Ukraine in near future

UN concentrating its efforts on other aspects such as Russian ammonia exports and stepping up exchanges of prisoners of war, says Antonio Guterres

20m flood victims need urgent humanitarian assistance: Sherry Rehman

The Minister said, “The UN has warned that 8.4 to 9.1 million people will be pushed below the poverty line. Winter will be harsh on the forgotten arc of climate misery here.

Moscow does not plan on ‘swallowing’ anyone: Putin

Rumors about Russia’s desire to absorb Belarus come from “ill-wishers” seeking to stall their integration, the Russian president said

Jordan to host MidEast summit in bid to defuse regional tensions

The summit, held on the shores of the Dead Sea, aims to "provide support for the stability, security and prosperity of Iraq," the French presidency said in a statement, adding it hopes this will benefit "the entire region".