San Francisco: A U.S. federal jury has ordered Google to pay $425 million in damages for violating the privacy of nearly 100 million users, ruling that the tech giant continued collecting app usage data even after users had opted out. The verdict, handed down by a San Francisco jury on Wednesday, follows a class-action lawsuit … Read more
LAHORE: Members of the Pakistan national hockey team have voiced their deep disappointment and frustration over a proposed daily allowance of Rs400, calling the amount a profound insult to their dedication. The players argue that the proposed daily allowance is less than a laborer’s wage and undermines their status as national athletes. They feel this … Read more
KARACHI: Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has announced that the country will witness the b second total lunar eclipse(blood moon) for 2025 on the night of September 7–8. According to the PMD, the eclipse will also be visible across Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, North and South America. As per Pakistan Standard Time (PST): The penumbral phase … Read more
Paris: World leaders will gather in Paris on Thursday to weigh a sweeping proposal for long-term security guarantees for Ukraine, as Russia’s war drags into its third year with no end in sight. UK Defence Secretary John Healey visited Kyiv and pledged that Britain and its allies would help “make the skies safe, to make … Read more
Jung Kook, the youngest member of the internationally acclaimed K-pop group BTS, opened up about his mental health during a recent birthday live stream. The singer shared with fans that he has been diagnosed with ADHD, adding a personal and emotional layer to an otherwise celebratory event. The 28-year-old artist, often referred to by fans … Read more
What was meant to be a night of soulful music turned into an internet storm when a video from Atif Aslam’s concert in Vancouver went viral not for the performance, but for a shocking moment on stage. A female fan stormed the stage and performed an obscene dance just inches away from the singer, leaving … Read more
Venice Film Festival audiences were left in tears on Wednesday as The Voice of Hind Rajab, a devastating docu-drama about a five-year-old Palestinian girl killed by Israeli forces in Gaza, received the longest standing ovation in the festival’s history, more than 23 minutes of uninterrupted applause, chants, and tears. The film, directed by award-winning Franco-Tunisian … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Ministry of Health has issued an emergency health advisory warning of potential disease outbreaks in the aftermath of recent floods. According to the advisory, there is a heightened risk of cholera, typhoid, and diarrheal diseases spreading in flood-affected areas. The ministry further cautioned that stagnant floodwater could contribute to the spread of … Read more
KARACHI: The Karachi continues to face alarming levels of street crime, with 43,419 incidents reported in the first eight months of 2025. According to police data, 60 citizens lost their lives and 216 others were injured while resisting robberies. However, official records list the death toll at 53 fatalities in such incidents. Between January and … Read more
Trade among India, China and Russia surged to $452bn in 2023, reflecting not just commercial flows but also a deeper geopolitical realignment. As Western sanctions push Moscow eastward, and U.S. tariffs intensify friction with Beijing and New Delhi, the three powers are increasingly bound together by energy, manufacturing, and strategic necessity. According to the Observatory … Read more
LAHORE: Punjab continues to reel under devastating floods that have so far claimed 46 lives and affected more than 3.5 million people, according to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA). Director General PDMA Punjab, Irfan Ali Kathia, said that at least 3,944 villages have been impacted, with 25,000 to 30,000 people currently residing in relief … Read more
Pakistani cricketer Haider Ali has been officially cleared of a rape allegation following a thorough investigation by the Greater Manchester Police and the Crown Prosecution Service, who concluded there was insufficient evidence to bring charges. The development brings relief to the young cricketer, who had consistently denied any wrongdoing. The allegation stemmed from an … Read more
LAHORE: Gujrat witnessed massive destruction as torrential rains triggered flash floods, submerging several villages and leaving urban areas waterlogged. According to the Gujranwala Commissioner, the city received 577 millimeters of rainfall within 24 hours, causing streams and storm drains to overflow. Floodwaters inundated agricultural lands, damaging standing crops and displacing residents in low-lying villages. Urban … Read more
Nigeria: At least 60 people have been confirmed dead after a boat carrying more than 100 passengers capsized on Wednesday in Nigeria’s north-central Niger State, according to local officials. The tragic incident occurred near the Gausawa community in Borgu Local Government Area, when the boat struck a submerged tree stump in the Kainji reservoir. The … Read more
BEIJING: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is scheduled to meet with Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Thursday to discuss the bilateral cooperation and exchange views on the matters of regional and international importance. The prime minister, who is in China on a six-day visit, mainly to attend SCO moots and Victory Day parade, will also hold … Read more
As Honda fans wait for the official launch of the HR-V e:HEV, the company has announced the official prices for this hybrid SUV. They are offering introductory prices on all variants, which makes it an exciting chance for car lovers and people who care about fuel savings and the environment. The HR-V e:HEV variants have … Read more
When S. Jaishankar became India’s External Affairs Minister in 2019, it was seen as a sign of the special trust Prime Minister Narendra Modi placed in him. Over the past seven years, Jaishankar has been at the forefront of India’s foreign policy and is often credited with shaping Modi’s global image. Rarely has Modi traveled … Read more
