4 h. ago Trump unveils ‘big beautiful bill’ in a blaze of fireworks and fighter jets

Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump signed his long-awaited “Big Beautiful Bill” into law on July 4 with great celebration. The signing ceremony took place at the White House South Lawn and featured fireworks, fighter jets, and patriotic speeches. Trump appeared with First Lady Melania Trump and told the crowd, “We made promises, and we kept […]

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5 h. ago UN nuclear inspectors exit Iran amid rising military tensions

Inspectors from the UN’s nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), have safely departed Iran and returned to Vienna, according to an official statement from the agency. The IAEA is now calling for the urgent restoration of monitoring and verification activities in Iran, which were halted after Iran formally suspended cooperation last Wednesday. The […]

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9 h. ago PM emphasizes digital transactions to ensure economic transparency

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday highlighted the importance of implementing a digital transaction system across Pakistan, stressing its potential to bring transparency to the country’s economy. Chairing a meeting on the shift to a cashless and digital economy at the Prime Minister’s House, the prime minister urged the facilitation of payments between citizens […]

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21 h. ago Mohsin Naqvi extends wishes to U.S., praises Trump’s role in global peace

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi extended warm congratulations to the American people and U.S. officials on the occasion of America’s 249th Independence Day. In his statement, he described the day as a powerful reminder of sacrifice, freedom, and democratic values. He emphasized that Pakistan joins the U.S. in celebrating the spirit of liberty and human dignity. […]

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25 h. ago Ali Tareen slams PCB for ignoring decline in PSL’s popularity

Multan Sultans owner Ali Tareen has strongly criticised the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for celebrating the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) season despite signs of falling public interest. He said the board ignored key problems affecting the tournament’s success. After the PCB’s recent review session in Lahore, Tareen took to social media to challenge the […]

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26 h. ago India Reblocks instagram accounts of Pakistani celebrities amid controversy

Several popular Pakistani celebrities have once again faced Instagram account blocks in India, just a day after the restrictions were briefly lifted. Indian users now see a message saying, “Account not available in India” due to a legal request. Celebrities like Yumna Zaidi, Danish Taimoor, and Mawra Hocane have had their Instagram handles become inaccessible […]

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27 h. ago PM Shehbaz attends ECO summit in Azerbaijan, focuses on regional trade and climate goals

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Azerbaijan to attend the 17th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), which begins today in Khankendi. Upon his arrival, he received a warm welcome from Azerbaijan’s Minister of Culture Adil Karmali along with other senior government officials. The summit will bring together leaders from member countries to […]

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41 h. ago Governor lacks power to dismiss KP government, says CM Gandapur

Peshawar – Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Gandapur, strongly rejected claims that the Governor of KP could topple his government. Speaking to media on Wednesday, he said Governor Faisal Karim Kundi “doesn’t have the authority” and claimed that “he can’t even win a councillor’s seat, let alone dismiss a democratically elected government.” Referring to […]

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43 h. ago Brad Pitt Opens Up About Getting Starstruck By Two women And It’s Neither Jennifer Nor Angelina

Brad Pitt, the iconic Hollywood actor, revealed that only two women have ever left him starstruck, and surprisingly, neither are his former wives, Jennifer Aniston or Angelina Jolie. During his appearance on the July 2 episode of the New Heights podcast with NFL stars Jason and Travis Kelce, the 61-year-old Oscar-winning actor opened up about […]

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44 h. ago Bali ferry tragedy: 5 Dead, 29 missing as storm ravages waters

A passenger ferry traveling from Java to Indonesia’s Bali island capsized on Wednesday night due to severe weather conditions. The ferry was carrying 53 passengers and 12 crew members when it suddenly tilted and sank in rough seas. So far, five people have died, and 29 remain missing. Rescue teams have saved 31 survivors, including […]

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44 h. ago Afghan refugees left in limbo as Germany suspends resettlement programme

ISLAMABAD/BERLIN – Hundreds of Afghan refugees stuck in Pakistan are facing uncertainty after Germany halted its humanitarian admission programme that once promised them safety and a new start. The programme, launched in October 2022, aimed to bring vulnerable Afghans — including women’s rights activists, journalists, and at-risk minorities — to Germany. However, after political changes […]

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47 h. ago Netflix and NASA team up to bring space adventures to your screen

Netflix and NASA have joined forces to offer space enthusiasts an exciting new experience. Starting soon, viewers can watch live rocket launches, spacewalks, and stunning views of Earth from the International Space Station (ISS) directly on Netflix. This partnership introduces the new NASA+ feed, which will be available not only on Netflix but also for […]

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47 h. ago Major relief for power consumers using 100 to 500 units monthly

ISLAMABAD – In a welcome move for electricity users across Pakistan, NEPRA has approved a reduction in the base power tariff for those consuming 100 to 500 units monthly. This decision is expected to bring much-needed financial relief to millions of households. According to details, NEPRA has approved a decrease of up to Rs. 1.15 […]

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48 h. ago Liverpool Star Diogo Jota Dies in Tragic Car Accident Just 11 Days After Wedding

Tragedy struck as Liverpool football star Diogo Jota, aged 28, died in a car crash in Zamora, Spain, just 11 days after marrying his childhood sweetheart, Rute Cardoso. According to local reports, the crash occurred early on Thursday morning on the Rias Bajas Highway, close to the Spanish-Portuguese border. Jota’s brother, Andre, also tragically died […]

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49 h. ago Fireworks warehouse blast leaves seven missing in California

A massive explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Esparto, Northern California, has left seven people missing and two injured, authorities confirmed on Wednesday. The incident occurred Tuesday evening when a fire broke out inside the facility. California’s firefighting agency, Cal Fire, said rescue efforts are ongoing but dangerous. Firefighters have not yet entered the warehouse, […]

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49 h. ago Massive wildfire forces evacuations on Greece’s crete island

Greek firefighters are battling a fast-moving wildfire on the island of Crete, which erupted Wednesday and quickly spread due to strong winds. The fire burned forest areas, damaged homes, and forced evacuations in at least four settlements in the southeastern Ierapetra region. According to the fire brigade, 155 firefighters supported by 38 fire engines and […]

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49 h. ago US strikes set back Iran’s nuclear programme by up to two years, says pentagon

The Pentagon revealed on Wednesday that recent US airstrikes have significantly damaged Iran’s nuclear programme, setting it back by as much as two years. The strikes, carried out on June 22, targeted three key nuclear facilities using powerful bunker-buster bombs and Tomahawk cruise missiles. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said intelligence assessments within the Department of […]

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49 h. ago India Blocks Pakistani Celebrity Accounts Again After ‘Technical Glitch’

In a surprising turn of events, the Indian government has reinstated digital restrictions on the social media accounts of several Pakistani celebrities, just a day after they were briefly accessible. The accounts, including those of Mawra Hocane, Ahad Raza Mir, and Saba Qamar, were once again inaccessible to Indian users by Thursday morning, with a […]

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50 h. ago Divine help came for Pakistan’s aid during tensions with India, says Naqvi

ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday said that Pakistan received “divine help” during its confrontation with India and

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59 h. ago ECP sets Aug 29 deadline for political parties’ annual account submissions

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Wednesday reminded all the heads of Political Parties to submit their consolidated statements of accounts (Form-D) for financial year 2024-25 on or before August 29. “In terms of section 210 of the Elections Act, 2017 read with section 204 of the Act ibid and rule 159 & 160 […]

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