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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.

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

Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers carry out public execution in sports stadium in eastern city

 Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities carried out a public execution at a stadium in the eastern city of Khost on Tuesday, putting to death a man who the country’s Supreme Court said had killed 13 members of a family, including several children, earlier this year.

With ‘Trump Accounts,’ your baby could qualify for $1,000. Here’s what to know

The bill, signed into law earlier this year, gives $1,000 to every newborn, so long as their parents open an account. That money is invested in the stock market by private firms, and the child can access the funds when they turn 18.

PTI Tensions Ease as Uzma Khan Finally Allowed to Meet Imran at Adiala Jail

Uzma Khan confirmed that Imran Khan is in good health after meeting him at Adiala Jail, ending weeks of speculation about his condition. Authorities, however, continue to enforce strict security and restrict visits despite court orders.

US pauses all immigration applications from 19 non-European countries

The Trump administration announced on Tuesday that it is halting all immigration applications, including those for green cards and U.S. citizenship, submitted by people from 19 non-European countries, citing national security and public safety concerns.

The AI frenzy is driving a new global supply chain crisis

An acute global shortage of memory chips is forcing artificial intelligence and consumer-electronics companies to fight for dwindling supplies, as prices soar for the unglamorous but essential components that allow devices to store data.

Karachi Mayor Under Fire After Tragic Death of Three-Year-Old in Open Manhole

Opposition parties are demanding Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab’s resignation and legal action against key city officials.