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Tearful Norris takes F1 title as Verstappen wins Abu Dhabi race

McLaren’s Lando Norris sobbed tears of joy and relief as he won the Formula One championship for the first time and ended Max Verstappen’s four-year reign with a nervy third place at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Sunday.

Trump says he’ll be involved in review of Netflix-Warner Brothers deal

US President Donald Trump has flagged potential concerns over Netflix's planned $72bn (£54bn) deal to buy Warner Brothers Discovery's movie studio and popular HBO streaming networks.

From Rumours to Reality: Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau Make It Official

Katy Perry and former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau have gone Instagram official after the singer shared photos and videos of the pair together in Tokyo.

Set in Karachi’s Lyari, Dhurandhar Rakes in Rs. 100 Crore in Just 3 Days

Aditya Dhar returns with a gripping 3.5-hour saga blending espionage, mafia wars, and real-life terror events across Pakistan and India.

Musk calls for abolition of EU

US-based tech billionaire Elon Musk has called for the dissolution of the European Union after the bloc fined his social media platform X.

Netanyahu rules out creation of Palestinian state

Israel will not allow the creation of a Palestinian state, since its true purpose is the destruction of “the one and only Jewish state,” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said. 

IAEA issues new Chernobyl safety warning

The protective shelter over the reactor at Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant can no longer guarantee radiation containment, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has said. The agency added that urgent major repairs are now required.

Ducky Bhai Alleges Torture, Extortion Attempts During NCCIA Custody

Saadur Rahman (Ducky Bhai) details alleged physical abuse, financial coercion, and legal irregularities in an hour-long video recounting his 100 days in NCCIA custody.

Yalda Hakim Calls Viral Pakistan-India War Clip With Aleema Khan a Deepfake

Sky News presenter Yalda Hakim says a viral video showing her interviewing Imran Khan’s sister about a Pakistan-India war is entirely fabricated through deepfake technology.

Dubai Emerges as a Global Magnet for Billionaires in 2025

Dubai leads global wealth and luxury markets in 2025, attracting billionaires with tax-free benefits, stability, high incomes, and record-breaking inheritance trends.

FIFA gives Trump a peace prize in a departure from its traditional focus on sport

 President Donald Trump was awarded the new FIFA peace prize on Friday at the 2026 World Cup draw — giving the spectacle to set matchups for the quadrennial soccer tournament even more of a Trumpian flair.

Trump administration will expand travel ban to more than 30 countries, Noem says

The Trump administration will be expanding its ban on travel for citizens of certain countries to more than 30, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said, in the latest restriction to come since a man from Afghanistan was accused of shooting two National Guard members.

Mediators Egypt, Qatar, others ‘concerned’ about Israel opening one-way Gaza exit

Gaza mediators Egypt and Qatar and six other Muslim-majority countries said on Friday they were concerned about Israel stating it would open a one-way crossing for Palestinians to exit the Strip.

Clashes erupt in tense Afghanistan-Pakistan border area

Clashes erupted late Friday in a tense border region between Pakistan and Afghanistan, with each side accusing the other of launching "unprovoked" attacks.

‘Who Do You Think You Are?’ DG ISPR Calls Out Imran Khan’s Alleged Anti-Army Narrative

DG ISPR Lt. Gen. Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry accuses jailed ex-PM Imran Khan of pushing an ego-driven, anti-army narrative that he says threatens Pakistan’s national security.

Shah Rukh Khan & Kajol Unveil Iconic DDLJ Statue in London’s Leicester Square

A historic tribute as DDLJ becomes the first Indian film honoured in London’s ‘Scenes in the Square’.

Putin and Modi to discuss Russia-India trade and defense ties amid US pressure

Russian President Vladimir Putin will be in India this week for a summit aimed at deepening economic, defense and energy ties, a visit that will also test New Delhi’s efforts to balance relations with Moscow and Washington as the war in Ukraine grinds on.

Field Marshal Asim Munir Officially Takes Charge as Pakistan’s New Defence Chief

Field Marshal Asim Munir has been appointed Pakistan’s first Chief of Defence Forces, a new role created under the 27th Constitutional Amendment. He will oversee all armed forces while continuing as army chief, marking a major shift in the country’s defence structure.

AI chatbots can influence voters: studies

A brief conversation with a partisan AI chatbot can influence voters' political views, studies published Thursday found, with evidence-backed arguments -- true or not -- proving particularly persuasive.

Women can self-test at home for cervical cancer virus, new guidelines say

Women with an average risk of developing cervical cancer may test themselves at home for the virus that causes the disease, the American Cancer Society (ACS) advised Thursday.

Ex-Pornhub owner looking to buy Russian oil giant’s Western assets – Reuters

Former Pornhub owner Bernd Bergmair is considering the purchase of sanctioned Russian oil major Lukoil’s international assets, Reuters reported on Wednesday, citing sources.

US F-16 crashes in California (VIDEO)

A US F-16C crashed during a training mission over California on Wednesday morning, the Air Force reported.

Five things to know about Gaza’s Rafah border crossing

The Rafah crossing into Egypt is a crucial entry point for humanitarian workers and for lorries transporting aid, food and fuel, which is essential for daily life in a territory deprived of electricity.

Netanyahu says to visit New York despite Mamdani arrest threat

"Yes, I'll come to New York," Netanyahu said in a virtual interview with the New York Times' Dealbook forum.

Doctor jailed for supplying ketamine to ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry

A doctor who supplied "Friends" star Matthew Perry with ketamine in the months before he fatally overdosed, musing to a fellow physician over "how much this moron will pay" for the drug, was jailed in California on Wednesday.

Sabrina Carpenter Slams White House for Using Her Song in ICE Video

Sabrina Carpenter has demanded the White House stop using her song Juno after it was featured in a video showing ICE arrests, calling the clip “evil and disgusting.”

They’re Like Rats”: Jaya Bachchan’s Remarks Trigger Paparazzi Backlash and Boycott Calls

Jaya Bachchan’s harsh comments criticizing paparazzi and questioning their legitimacy have sparked a social media storm. In response, several photographers are considering a boycott, arguing her remarks demean hardworking professionals.

Toyota Slashes Fortuner Prices by Up to Rs2.57m in Major Market Shake-Up

Toyota has announced a major price slash on its Fortuner lineup, cutting rates by up to Rs2.57 million in one of the biggest SUV price revisions seen in Pakistan.

Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Backing for Palestinian Statehood with $90m Aid

Saudi Arabia has transferred a $90 million installment to the Palestinian Authority, reaffirming its financial and political support for Palestinian statehood

Lebanon, Israel hold first direct talks in decades: source to AFP

Lebanese and Israeli civilian representatives held their first direct talks Wednesday in decades, part of a year-old ceasefire monitoring mechanism in the war with militant group Hezbollah, a source close to the talks told AFP.