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CM Maryam Vows Justice as Officials Arrested Over Lahore Manhole Tragedy

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz ordered the arrest and dismissal of TIPA and Wasa officials after a woman and her infant daughter died by falling into an open manhole near Bhatti Gate in Lahore.

Trump blames boredom, not sleep, for closed eyes during cabinet meeting

The White House has proudly defended the growing library of footage showing Donald Trump apparently falling asleep during meetings, hailing it as a “world-class micro-napping ability” that places the president “at the absolute cutting edge of human alertness.”

Trump says ‘hopefully’ no need for military action against Iran

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday he hoped to avoid military action against Iran, which has threatened to strike American bases and aircraft carriers in response to any attack.

Convicted Islamist terrorist running for office in UK

A convicted Islamist terrorist is running for local office in the British city of Birmingham.

EU labels Iran’s Revolutionary Guard ‘terrorist organization’

EU foreign ministers have agreed to designate Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a “terrorist organization,” the bloc’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, announced on Thursday.

US military ready for action against Iran – Secretary of War

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has declared that the military is fully prepared to “deliver whatever” President Donald Trump orders regarding Iran, as a major naval armada moves toward the region.

Imran Khan Undergoes Eye Procedure at PIMS Amid Family Concerns, Confirms Atta Tarar

Former PM Imran Khan underwent a 20-minute eye procedure at PIMS under strict security. His family and PTI demand access, transparency, and full medical disclosure.

Saudi Arabia Reassesses Mega Projects, Calls on Rich Families to Invest Amid Vision 2030 Shift

Saudi Arabia is scaling back ambitious mega projects under Vision 2030, turning to wealthy local families and strategic sectors like AI, mining, and tourism to diversify its economy and reduce reliance on oil revenues.

Saudi Arabia Pauses Construction of Mukaab Skyscraper Amid Feasibility Review

Saudi Arabia has suspended work on the colossal Mukaab skyscraper in Riyadh’s New Murabba district. With soil excavation done, construction is paused as authorities reassess feasibility and funding, reflecting a shift in Vision 2030 priorities.

Nicki Minaj Flaunts Trump Gold Card After Declaring Support for President

Nicki Minaj sparked online attention after posting a photo of a Trump Gold Card hours after publicly praising US President Donald Trump at the Trump Accounts Summit.

Pakistan becomes latest Asian country to introduce checks for deadly Nipah virus

The federal government ordered strict and enhanced health surveillance at all entry points of the country on Wednesday following regional alerts over the Nipah virus, a highly fatal zoonotic disease.

Indonesia couple caned 140 times for sex outside marriage, alcohol

Sharia police caned a couple 140 times each in Indonesia's Aceh province on Thursday for having sex outside marriage and drinking alcohol, likely one of the severest such punishments since the deeply conservative region adopted Islamic law.

Key allies deny airspace to Trump’s ‘beautiful armada’

Washington’s closest Gulf allies – Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates – have said they will not permit their territory or airspace to be used for US military action against Iran.

US cybersecurity chief leaked sensitive files to ChatGPT – Politico

The acting director of the nation’s top cyber defense agency uploaded sensitive government documents into a public version of ChatGPT last summer,

Gold soars above $5,300 per ounce

The price of gold has continued to rally on Wednesday, reaching above $5,300 per ounce to an all-time high. The rally has been attributed to strong safe-haven demand amid geopolitical uncertainty and a weakening US dollar.

UK’s Starmer heads to China to thaw ‘ice age’ amid strained US ties

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing in a bid to reset ties marred by years of tension

PTI Raises Concern Over Reports of Imran Khan’s Eye Infection

PTI has expressed concern over reports that jailed founder Imran Khan is suffering from a serious eye condition. The party has demanded family meetings and immediate access to specialised medical treatment.

India says it has contained Nipah virus outbreak as some Asian countries ramp up health screenings

 Indian authorities said they had contained a Nipah virus outbreak after confirming two cases in the eastern state of West Bengal, as several Asian countries tightened health screenings and airport surveillance for travelers arriving from India.

End of an Era: Arijit Singh Retires from Playback Singing, Leaves Fans Heartbroken

Arijit Singh has announced his retirement from playback singing, saying he will not take on any new vocal assignments. The singer clarified that he will continue making music as a composer and producer.

Trump’s ‘armada’ on Iran’s doorstep: What we know so far

American military assets – including an aircraft carrier, warplanes, and air-defense systems – are massing in the Middle East after US President Donald Trump promised that “help is on its way” to protesters in Iran.

When a State Stops Governing and Starts Enduring: An Interview on Iran’s Crackdown

Fatemeh Aman explains why extreme violence does not signal collapse, and why outside pressure often strengthens the system it seeks to break.

Calls Grow to Make Karachi a Federal Territory Amid Local Government Failures

Karachi’s governance failures have come under renewed scrutiny after the Gul Plaza fire exposed administrative lapses.

NATO chief wishes ‘good luck’ to those who think Europe can defend itself without US help

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte insisted Monday that Europe is incapable of defending itself without U.S. military support and would have to more than double current military spending targets to be able to do so.

Victoria Beckham honoured in Paris amid family rift

Victoria Beckham escaped the bitterness of a family feud with a trip to Paris on Monday to receive an award from the culture ministry for her contribution to the fashion and entertainment industries.

US deploys aircraft carrier as Iran warns against attack

A US naval strike group led by an aircraft carrier has deployed to Middle Eastern waters, the United States said Monday, as Tehran warned it was ready to hit back at any American attack launched in response to a crackdown on anti-government protests.

EU, India agree ‘mother of all’ trade deals

India and the European Union announced Tuesday the "mother of all deals", a huge trade pact to create a market of two billion people, reached after two decades of negotiations.

He left the US for an internship. Trump’s travel ban made it impossible to return

A University of Michigan student from Myanmar was left stranded in Singapore after Trump-era travel restrictions blocked his return to the U.S., disrupting his studies and personal life.

Threatening Your Spouse with Second Marriage Now a Punishable Offence in Pakistan

The law also criminalises threats of unjustified divorce or second marriage, with prison terms and fines for offenders.

Israel strikes southern Lebanon (VIDEO)

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has said it carried out airstrikes on several Hezbollah-linked targets in southern Lebanon on Sunday.

Trump claims US military used ‘secret weapon’ to abduct Maduro

US President Donald Trump said the American military used a new secret weapon to disable Venezuela’s air defense systems during the raid on Caracas that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
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