China crackdown on gay erotica stifles rare outlet for LGBTQ expression
Chinese women who publish homoerotica online say they are being threatened with fines and jail time, as increasing enforcement of vague obscenity charges targets a rare space for LGBTQ identity and feminism.
ANP Leader Maulana Khan Zaib Shot Dead in Bajaur
ANP leader Maulana Khan Zaib was shot dead near Khar Tehsil in Bajaur while campaigning for a peace march. The attack also left one other dead and three injured, prompting the ANP to announce three days of mourning.
Jemima Goldsmith Slams Govt for Blocking Sons’ Contact with Imran Khan
Jemima Goldsmith has criticised the Pakistani government for denying her sons contact with their father, Imran Khan, who has been in solitary confinement for nearly two years.
Rana Sanaullah Warns PTI: Protesters Will Be Arrested
Adviser to the Prime Minister, Rana Sanaullah, warned that anyone participating in PTI-led protests would be arrested, dismissing the party’s claims of peaceful intentions
Yemen’s Huthis claim deadly Red Sea attack on merchant ship
Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels claimed responsibility Wednesday for the deadly sinking of a merchant vessel earlier this week, their second attack in 24 hours as they resumed their campaign against Red Sea shipping.
Samsung unveils slimmed-down foldable smartphone
Samsung unveiled on Wednesday the new generation of its foldable smartphone, the Z Fold7, dramatically slimmed down in an attempt to jumpstart this still-niche market.
Trump praises Liberian leader on English – his native tongue
US President Donald Trump complimented the president of Liberia Wednesday on his English-speaking skills -- despite English being the official language of the West African nation.
Macron’s Banquet Moment with Princess Kate Goes Viral
French President Emmanuel Macron's wink at Princess Kate during a royal toast at Windsor Castle went viral, sparking a flurry of social media reactions. The charming gesture, caught on camera at the state banquet, became the evening’s most talked-about moment.
Found Dead After Nine Months: Shocking Revelations in Humaira Asghar Ali Case
Pakistani actress Humaira Asghar Ali’s decomposed body was found in her Karachi apartment, with investigators estimating she died in October 2024. Shocking forensic and digital evidence reveals she remained undiscovered for nearly nine months.
Malaysia’s Anwar slams tariffs as regional meet starts
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Wednesday slammed trade tariffs as regional foreign ministers gathered in Kuala Lumpur for a three-day meet, which also included talks with the United States, China and Russia.
Islamabad Court Orders Blocking of 27 YouTube Channels Over ‘Anti-State’ Content
An Islamabad court has ordered the blocking of 27 YouTube channels for allegedly spreading anti-state and false content.
Imran Khan’s Sons Returning to Pakistan for August 5 Protest Drive, Says Aleema Khan
Imran Khan plans to lead a nationwide protest from jail against the 26th Constitutional Amendment. His sons, Qasim and Sulaiman, will return from the U.S. to join the movement in Pakistan.
