Under-18 Marriages Criminalised as Province Imposes Tough Penalties

Punjab has imposed a complete ban on child marriage, criminalising under-18 marriages with strict jail terms and heavy fines for adults, parents, and registrars involved.

‘Love Story’ is revealing just how much Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s style has endured

Nearly three decades after her death at age 33, Carolyn Bessette Kennedy is back in the spotlight as one of fashion’s most powerful style influencers

New study probes why chronic pain lasts longer in women

To all the women who've heard the frustrating "it's all in your head" in response to medical maladies, a new study out Friday feels your pain.

Hamas says Israel must end ‘aggression’ as Trump board plans Gaza future

Hamas said any discussions on Gaza must begin with a total halt to Israeli "aggression" as Donald Trump's "Board of Peace" maps out the territory's future, with Israel insisting on the militants' disarmament before reconstruction starts.

Trump announces new global tariff after losing in US Supreme Court

US President Donald Trump has announced a new 10% global tariff after the Supreme Court struck down most of the earlier tariffs he had implemented.

Saudi Arabia and Turkey Seal Major Solar Deal to Power 2.1 Million Homes

Saudi Arabia and Turkey have signed a landmark $2 billion agreement to build two major solar power plants in central Turkey, capable of supplying electricity to more than 2.1 million households.

India-Linked IPL Franchises Under Fire as Pakistani Players Face Uncertainty in The Hundred 2026 Auction

A BBC report claims IPL-linked franchises may avoid selecting Pakistani players in The Hundred 2026 auction. More than 63 Pakistan cricketers have registered, intensifying debate over inclusivity in English cricket.

Pakistan, US Seal Deal to Redevelop New York’s Roosevelt Hotel in Strategic Billion-Dollar Move

Pakistan has signed a memorandum with the United States to jointly redevelop New York’s historic Roosevelt Hotel. The move aligns with IMF-backed privatisation plans and aims to maximise the property's estimated $1 billion value.

Trump warns of ‘bad things’ if Iran doesn’t make a deal, as second US carrier nears Mideast

Iran held annual military drills with Russia on Thursday as a second American aircraft carrier drew closer to the Middle East, with both the United States and Iran signaling they are prepared for war if talks on Tehran’s nuclear program fizzle out.

Mexico and El Salvador make big cocaine seizures at sea as US continues lethal strikes

The navies of El Salvador and Mexico announced drug seizures in the Pacific Ocean this week of more than 10 tonnes of cocaine

Saudi Arabia may have uranium enrichment under proposed deal with US, arms control experts warn

Saudi Arabia could have some form of uranium enrichment within the kingdom under a proposed nuclear deal with the United States

UK monarchy reels from Andrew’s stunning arrest

Former prince Andrew hunkered down Friday at home on the king's private estate after hours of police questioning, as his stunning arrest tipped the British monarchy into an unprecedented crisis in its modern era.