Tue, 21-Oct-2025

NATO chief Stoltenberg believes Turkey’s security concerns are valid

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Concerns raised by Turkey over Finland and Sweden’s NATO membership applications are legitimate, Jens Stoltenberg says. “This is about terrorism, it’s about weapons exports,” he tells a joint news conference with Finnish President Sauli Niinisto. The two countries applied to join the Western defence alliance last month, in response to Russia’s war in Ukraine. Turkey’s … Read more

‘Team Muhafiz’ will teach kids how to deal with social difficulties’ says Dananeer Mobeen

Dananeer Mobeen

Dananeer Mobeen revealed talked about her upcoming animated series. She talked about what youngsters fighting societal evil has in store for Pakistani children. The actor stated in an interview that the series will teach children how to deal with social issues. Dananeer said of her role in the upcoming series, “The wonderful thing about the … Read more

PAK vs WI: Shadab Khan career-best 86 pushes Pakistan to 269-9

PAK vs WI

PAK vs WI: After improbable West Indian hero Nicholas Pooran took four wickets in the third and final one-day international in Multan on Sunday, allrounder Shadab Khan smashed a career-best 86 to lead Pakistan to 269-9. When winning the toss and electing to bat, Pakistan collapsed from 85 without loss to 117-5 after Pooran turned … Read more

Punjab, KP budgets will be presented today

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Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa governments will present the provincial budgets for next fiscal year tomorrow (Monday). Read more: PM Shehbaz says budget represents a significant improvement in several ways The provincial Finance Department spokesperson told media in Lahore that the next fiscal year’s budget would focus on pro-poor initiatives and controlling inflation. He said no new tax … Read more

Chinese defence minister says country’s nuclear arsenal ‘for self-defence’

China has spent more than five decades honing its capabilities. Nuclear weapons showcased at a military parade in Beijing in 2019 are operational and deployed. The US State Department expressed worry over China’s nuclear development Chinese Defense Minister Wei Fenghe told delegates at the Shangri-La Dialogue on Sunday that China has made “great progress” in … Read more

‘Girls’ education is a climate solution’: Malala Yousafzai joins climate protest

Malala Yousafzai

Malala Yousafzai was shot in the head by a Pakistani Taliban gunman in 2012. She went on to win the Nobel Peace Prize for her work in education. Millions of girls lose access to schools as a result of climate-related events such as drought and floods. STOCKHOLM: Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai told Reuters … Read more

Will Smith is preparing for a massive new cinematic return following his Oscar snub

Will Smith

Will Smith is apparently preparing a dramatic onscreen comeback after slamming Chris Rock at the Oscars in 2022. The King Richard star, who got in hot water for his irresponsible behaviour at the renowned event, is apparently planning a comeback with I Am Legend 2. According to The Sun, Smith’s role is mentioned in the … Read more

US senators announce limited deal on gun violence measures

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US senators announced measures aimed at curbing gun violence. The proposals include tougher background checks for gun buyers under 21. US President Joe Biden had called for more far-reaching measures. A bipartisan group of US senators on Sunday announced measures aimed at curbing rampant gun violence plaguing the country, but the limited proposals fall far … Read more

Miftah says PTI added 79pc highest debt, liabilities in last 71 years

Miftah Ismail

Minister for Finance and Revenue Miftah Ismail on Sunday said the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaaf (PTI) government added 79 percent in 45 months highest debt and liabilities during last 71 years of the country’s history. Read more: Imran Khan slams govt for cutting funding of tribal districts In a tweet, the Finance Minister said “For the record: The … Read more

Two people rescued after they fall into chocolate tank

Two people were rescued after falling into a chocolate tank at an M&M and Mars facility. Fortunately, the chocolate tank was waist-high and not too deep. 24 rescue personnel arrived on the scene and attempted to cut a hole in the bottom of the tank. Two persons from Pennsylvania, United States, were rescued after falling … Read more

Dozens still missing two months after S.Africa’s worst floods

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The death toll from the raging floods and landslides has climbed to 461. More than 27,000 houses affected , 8,584 totally destroyed. April torrential downpours caught by surprise the country untouched by storms. Nearly 90 people are still missing two months after the worst floods in living memory swept through South Africa’s third largest city … Read more

US President Biden says he has ‘not yet’ decided on Saudi trip

Biden was thought to be preparing a trip to Saudi Arabia, as well as Europe and Israel. President Donald Trump considers Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman a “pariah”. The Saudi government has denied the crown prince’s involvement in the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. LOS ANGELES (AP) — A week after hinting at … Read more

Bill Maher accuses Hollywood of promoting gun violence in movies

Bill Maher

Bill Maher, an American comedian and broadcaster, has lashed out at Hollywood for ‘romanticising’ gun murder. On Friday, the HBO presenter concluded his show Real Time with Bill Maher by noting that while Hollywood studios have gotten quite ‘woke’ in other areas of social responsibility, it still mass produces films that celebrate gun violence. “They … Read more

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi hospitalised with COVID-related issues

Sonia Gandhi

Sonia Gandhi, the widow of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, is the Congress’ longest-serving president. The statement was made via Twitter, but no further information was provided. Sonia Gandhi has visited the United States multiple times in recent years to deal with health difficulties. NEW DELHI: Sonia Gandhi, the leader of India’s biggest opposition party, … Read more

Amber Heard was chastised for going on a private plane while stating she couldn’t afford to pay $10 million

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Johnny Depp’s supporters slammed Amber Heard when she boarded a private aircraft after claiming she couldn’t pay Johnny Depp $10 million in damages. According to rumours, after losing the blockbuster trial, the Aquaman actor went from New Jersey to Washington DC and then returned to her home in Virginia for meetings. Fans flocked to social … Read more

Indian Police step us arrests amid raging unrest over anti-Islam remarks

Authorities have taken down the film, which was widely disseminated on YouTube. Muslims have flocked to the streets to protest anti-Islamic remarks made by two members of PM Narendra Modi’s Hindu nationalist (BJP) The BJP suspended Nupur Sharma, its spokeswoman, and expelled another party leader. SRINAGAR: Police in Indian-controlled Kashmir arrested a teenager on Sunday … Read more

FM Bilawal discusses Islamophobic actions in India with OIC Secretary General

Bilawal Bhutto

Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has urged the OIC and its member states to step up their efforts for protecting the life, dignity, property, culture, heritage and religious freedom of the Indian Muslims. Read more: Pakistan denounces shameful treatment of Muslim protestors in India In a telephonic conversation with the OIC Secretary General Hissein Brahim Taha … Read more

Cardi B begins to follow Eminem’s daughter

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Hailie Jade, Eminem’s daughter, has created a reputation for herself as a social media influencer without utilising her father’s name. She has over 2.7 million Instagram followers and is frequently seen offering beauty and fitness suggestions. Read more: ‘Vikings’ Lagertha actress is a big Eminem fan!   Cardi B is another celebrity that has millions … Read more

Saudi Telecom board proposes $8 bln capital increase

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Saudi Telecom (7010.SE) announced on Sunday that its board of directors has requested an increase in capital of $8 billion. The capital increase would entail the issuance of 30 billion new shares a 150 percent increase, with shareholders offering 1.5 new shares for each share they currently own. Saudi Telecom (7010.SE) announced on Sunday that … Read more

The EU holds Russia responsible for the inaction in restoring Ukrainian ports

Ukraine is a key global supplier of grain and edible oils. Much of its harvest is bottled up because Russia has occupied its ports; or because free ports have been mined to fend off Russian offensives. EU trade envoy: “It is time for Russia to stop its aggression”. EU Trade Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis says, Russia … Read more

PM Shehbaz says budget represents a significant improvement in several ways

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif says federal budget for next fiscal year represents a significant improvement in several ways. Read more: PM Shehbaz directs for immediate action on forecast of heavy rainfall In a tweet on Sunday, he said it has provided more educational opportunities for our youth, particularly from Balochistan and targeted subsidies for financially … Read more

Hajj-Muslim pilgrims at risk of missing out on online Mecca bookings

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Hajj is a religious requirement for all Muslims who can afford it. The cost of the once in a lifetime trip varies from about £6,000 to more than £10,000. Some pilgrims have already booked with tour operators online and could lose their money. After the Saudi government imposed online booking; British Muslims intending to undertake … Read more

Shakira to follow in Kim Kardashian’s footsteps?

Shakira

Shakria and Gerard Pique announced their split last week after the player was accused of cheating on his lover. The Colombian superstar and FC Barcelona defender are still Instagram friends. Kim unfollowed the rapper after becoming tired of his postings criticising her new boyfriend Pete Davidson. Kanye appeared to test Kim Kardashian’s patience before being … Read more

Pakistan denounces shameful treatment of Muslim protestors in India

Pakistan Muslim protestors in India

Pakistan has strongly condemned the heavy-handed treatment by the Indian authorities of the Muslims who were registering a peaceful protest after Friday prayers over the derogatory remarks of the two members of the ruling political party Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) about Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). Read more: Pakistan rejects Indian MEA Spokesperson’s remarks … Read more