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Friday, December 12, 2025

Number of American-Pakistanis, Muslims part of NYC mayor-elect Mamdani’s transition team

New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has included a number of American-Pakistanis in his transition team. However, Transition co-chair Lina Khan has so far refused to join Mamdani’s upcoming administration.

Messi to unveil 21-metre statue of himself on India ‘GOAT’ tour

Lionel Messi will unveil a 21-metre (70-foot) statue of himself in India on Saturday as he embarks on a three-day tour of the country that has sparked a fan frenzy.

UK health service hit by ‘super flu’ outbreak

The UK is facing an "unprecedented wave of super flu", a health chief warned Friday as the health minister urged doctors to call off a threatened five-day strike ahead of Christmas.

Somalia hits back at Trump’s ‘garbage’ slur

US President Donald Trump should focus on delivering on his promises to the American people rather than “busying” himself with insults directed at Somalia, the East African country’s defense minister has said, according to Reuters.

Dubai Hosts 2025 Asian Youth Para Games: Born to Rise

Dubai is set to host the 2025 Asian Youth Para Games from December 10–13, bringing together 1,500 young para-athletes from 35 nations in a powerful celebration of resilience and inclusion

Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar’ Banned Across GCC Over Anti-Pakistan Content

Despite strong box office performance, the anti-Pakistan themed film fails to secure release in Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and UAE.

US Approves $686 Million Upgrade Package for Pakistan’s F-16 Fleet

The U.S. approves a $686 million package to upgrade Pakistan’s F-16 jets with Link-16 systems, cryptographic tools, avionics upgrades, and training as regional tensions with India rise.

Pakistan Summons Norwegian Ambassador After Court Appearance In Imaan Mazari Case

Pakistan’s Foreign Office summoned the Norwegian Ambassador after he attended a Supreme Court hearing in the case against human rights activist Imaan Mazari and her husband. The government alleged a breach of diplomatic protocol.

Former ISI Chief Faiz Hameed sentenced to 14-year imprisonment

A Field General Court Martial has sentenced former ISI Director General Lt Gen (retd) Faiz Hameed to 14 years in prison on charges ranging from political interference to violating the Official Secrets Act