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Friday, July 18, 2025

Air India cockpit recording suggests captain cut fuel to engines before crash, source says

A cockpit recording of dialogue between the two pilots of the Air India flight that crashed last month supports the view that the captain cut the flow of fuel to the plane’s engines, said a source briefed on US officials’ early assessment of evidence.

Israel attacks Catholic Church in Gaza – Vatican

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has acknowledged that the IDF struck the Holy Family Church, blaming the incident on “stray ammunition”

Coke to swap key ingredient – Trump

Replacing high-fructose corn syrup with cane sugar in Coca-Cola drinks will lead to economic problems, farmers argue

IMF rejects govt’s proposal to impose 1% water cess

IMF rejects Pakistan's proposal to impose 1% water storage cess on goods for dam funding. Suggests raising 18% sales tax rate instead, citing legal and fiscal concerns.

CEO and HR Chief Face Scrutiny After Kiss Cam Exposure, Social Media Reacts

A playful moment during Coldplay’s concert turned into viral chaos when the kiss cam landed on tech CEO Andy Byron and his HR chief Kristin Cabot

US denies reports of President Trump visiting Pakistan in September

Rumours of Donald Trump’s visit to Pakistan in September denied by both nations. Journalist Azaz Syed apologizes for premature reporting.

U.S. Congressional Hearing Condemns Pakistan’s Political Repression Amid Calls for Democratic Reforms

A U.S. congressional hearing on July 15 spotlighted Pakistan's deepening political repression, military overreach, and transnational censorship, with lawmakers and experts urging Washington to reconsider its support and tech firms’ complicity.

48th Annual APPNA Convention in Dallas Celebrates Medicine, Culture, and Philanthropy

The 48th Annual APPNA Convention in Dallas brought together over 4,000 attendees for a dynamic celebration of medical advancement, Pakistani culture, and philanthropic impact across four days of education, entertainment, and community engagement.

Son of Bushra Bibi Arrested for Shooting Domestic Help

Musa Maneka, son of former first lady Bushra Bibi, was arrested for shooting his teenage domestic help during a dispute in Pakpattan. The victim is in stable condition, and police investigations are ongoing.