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The world of vaccines, before and after Covid

Covid

The Covid-19 pandemic has irrevocably altered the world’s connection with vaccinations, spurring tremendous production and innovation while leaving poorer countries behind. AFP examines the current situation as World Immunization Week approaches. Vaccines for more than 20 life-threatening diseases prevent between two to three million deaths a year, according to the World Health Organization. Until Covid-19, … Read more

Jailed Turkish campaigner awaits verdict after marathon trial

Turkish

A main Turkish rights defender expects to learn Monday if he can stroll free after more than four years in prison without conviction or whether he’s going to spend the rest of his days behind bars. The marathon trial of Paris-born philanthropist Osman Kavala has gnawed on Turkey’s ties with Western allies given his arrest … Read more

US Dollar rate in Pakistan, 25 April 2022

USD TO PKR

Karachi: The Interbank US dollar (USD) against the Pakistani rupee (PKR) Closing exchange rate is Rs186.05 at 3:30pm PST on April 25, 2022.  The USD decreases against the PKR when compared with the exchange rates of Rs186.75 on April 23, 2022. US Dollar to PKR conversion depends on interbank market rates which are set by … Read more

Another 45,000 flee Ukraine war

Ukraine

More than 5.2 million Ukrainians have fled due to the fact that Russia released its invasion two months ago, with over 45,000 becoming a member of their ranks within the past 24 hours, the UN stated Monday. In total, five,232,014 people have fled Ukraine as refugees because February 24, in line with the latest data … Read more

UK women slam sexism of ‘Basic Instinct’ smear on lawmaker

Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner

Women from across British politics called Monday for action to tackle misogyny after a newspaper ran a story accusing the deputy opposition leader of trying to “distract” the prime minister during debates by crossing and uncrossing her legs. The Mail on Sunday quoted an anonymous Conservative lawmaker as saying Labour Party Deputy Leader Angela Rayner … Read more

Russia claims it prevented ‘murder’ of pro-Kremlin journalist

Russia

Moscow said Monday it had arrested members of a “neo-Nazi terrorist” institution in Russia who allegedly planned to assassinate pro  Kremlin TV anchor Vladimir Solovyov on orders from Ukraine. “The Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation detained a collection of participants of the neo-Nazi terrorist agency National Socialism/White Power, that’s banned in Russia,” Russia’s FSB … Read more

Jennifer Lopez shows off engagement ring, shutting down Ben Affleck cheating rumors

Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez showed off her dazzling green jewelry on Instagram, reminding the world that Ben Affleck is engaged to. After Selling Sunset actress Emma Hernan claimed he had invited her out for coffee on Raya in Friday’s episode of the hit reality show, the Last Duel actor had to undertake damage control and put an … Read more

Beijing Covid spike prompts mass testing, panic buying

Beijing Covid

Fears of a difficult Covid lockdown sparked panic shopping in Beijing on Monday, as long queues for obligatory mass testing shaped in a huge central district of the Chinese capital. China is already seeking to include a wave of infections in its biggest city Shanghai, which has been almost entirely locked down for weeks and … Read more

Lebanon rescue teams search for migrant boat disaster survivors

After an overcrowded people-smuggling boat capsized while being followed by naval forces, Lebanese rescue teams combed the Mediterranean for survivors on Monday, with many still missing at sea. At least seven people died as a result of the tragedy, which occurred late Saturday just off the coast of the northern port city of Tripoli. It … Read more

Russia using high-powered weapons from EU Nations against Ukraine

Russia has been using high-powered weapons from France, Germany, and other European Union (EU) nations during its invasion of Ukraine, according to a report by The Telegraph, citing an EU analysis. At least 10 member states allegedly supplied Russia with 346 million euros ($371.1 million) in military equipment between 2015 and 2020. During this time, … Read more

Gambian on trial in Germany over AFP Journalist murder

reporter murder

The trial of a Gambian man accused of being a participant of a death squad that executed opponents of former ruler Yahya Jammeh, including an AFP journalist, began in Germany on Monday. The suspect, known as Bai Lowe in the media, is suspected of crimes against humanity, murder, and attempted murder, including the 2004 murder … Read more

Regional council says, Zaporizhzhia is preparing for defense

The region was “preparing for defense,” said the Zaporizhzhia Regional Council, on Monday. There were warnings that Russian forces were developing additional offensives in the south-central part of Ukraine. “The enemy is preparing for the offensive,” the council stated. “Occupying Russian troops have gathered a lot of equipment and personnel on the section of the … Read more

Indonesia raises alert for Krakatoa’s volcano

indonesia

JAKARTA: Krakatoa’s offspring, which erupted on Monday and spewed a 3,000-foot-tall ash cloud into the sky, have been elevated to the second-highest level of alert in Indonesia. After a month of increased activity, authorities raised the threat of Anak Krakatoa to level three of a four-tier volcanic alert system. After warning nearby residents to wear … Read more

PSX gains 1.14% on IMF programme revival

PSX closes lower over economic, political unrest

KARACHI: The Pakistan equity market showed positive momentum on Monday as the government succeeded in the resumption of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme. “The government was successful in increasing the loan amount by $2 billion, which increased investor confidence. Likewise, the rupee also gained stability as it clocked-in at Rs186.05 to dollar,” an analyst … Read more

DaBaby’s Self-Defense Claim in 2018 Killing

DaBaby's Self-Defense

A new video obtained by Rolling Stone calls into question notorious rapper DaBaby’s self-claim that he shot and killed a teenager in self-defense in 2018. Jonathan Kirk, the artist’s real name, was involved in a tragic confrontation that culminated in the death of Jaylin Craig, a 19-year-old woman. The accusations against Kirk, however, were dropped … Read more

Johnny Depp to face more difficulties from Amber Heard’s defamation case

Johnny Depp to face more difficulties from Amber Heard’s defamation case

Hollywood star Johnny Depp returns to the witness stand on Monday to answer additional questions from attorneys for ex-wife Amber Heard in front of a jury that will decide the actors’ dueling defamation claims.

Depp, 58, is suing Heard, 36, for $50 million after she accused him of abuse before and during their roughly two-year marriage. The “Pirates of the Caribbean” actor has argued that Heard was the one who became violent in the relationship.

Heard, known for roles in “Aquaman” and “Justice League,” has counter-sued for $100 million, saying Depp smeared her by calling her a liar.

Last week, Heard’s attorneys presented emails and text messages that Depp had sent to Heard, friends, family and associates that were often filled with expletives and vulgar descriptions.

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Rupee gains 70 paisas against dollar

Rupee

KARACHI: The rupee gained 70 paisas against the dollar on Monday after Pakistan’s talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the revival of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) showed progress, dealers said. The local unit closed at Rs186.05 against the greenback from Saturday’s closing of Rs186.75 in the interbank foreign exchange market. The IMF … Read more

Asim Azhar’s soulful ‘Durood O’ Salam’ for fans

Asim Azhar

During Ramadan, Asim Azhar released a soulful compilation of Durood O’ Salam. Naveed Nashad produced and arranged the Pakistani heartthrob’s latest release, which he shared on Instagram. He wrote the caption of the video, “Aik choti si koshish (a small effort).. I grew up listening to these Durood O’ Salam from my mother & grandmother … Read more

Sri Lankan shares plunge as Buddhist leaders call for resignation

sri lanka

COLOMBO: The stock market in Sri Lanka halted trading Monday after a nearly 13% drop, as the island’s beleaguered government faces new pressure from influential Buddhist leaders to resign. The country’s 22 million residents are suffering from the worst economic crisis since 1948, with months of regular blackouts and severe food and fuel shortages. The … Read more

Celebrities urge action to safely return Dua Zehra

Dua Zehra

Dua Zehra, a 16-year-old Karachi teen who went missing on April 16 from the Golden Town area of Al Falah, was surrounded by Pakistani celebrities. Famous media personalities took to social media to urge authorities to ensure Dua’s safe return home. Sajal Aly demanded action for the missing girl. “Deeply saddened to know about the … Read more

Russia declares ceasefire near Mariupol steel plant

russia

Moscow: According to the Russian Defense Ministry, there will be a ceasefire around the Azovstal steel mill in Mariupol, which will allow the last Ukrainian resistance to be evacuated from the industrial region. This was declared on Monday by the ministry. According to a statement from the defence ministry, Russia’s military says it would “unilaterally … Read more