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Saudi-led coalition says two pilots killed in helicopter crash near Yemen border

Saudi-led coalition says two pilots killed in helicopter crash near Yemen border

A Saudi helicopter crash near the Yemen border killed two pilots, the first military deaths since fighting resumed in July, the coalition said

Out-of-control truck kills 13 at Hindu festival in Gwalior

Out-of-control truck kills 13 at Hindu festival in Gwalior

Iran backs 'political process' to resolve Saudi-Houthi conflict: FM

Iran backs 'political process' to resolve Saudi-Houthi conflict: FM

Pope to Return to Vatican After Cancer Surgery

Pope to Return to Vatican After Cancer Surgery

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Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka build up to World Cup with tri-series

Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka build up to World Cup with tri-series

Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka start an ODI tri-series in Rawalpindi on Sunday as preparation for next year’s World Cup, with the final in Lahore on Oct 31

Pakistan finance minister says Gulf energy infrastructure attacks are ‘worrying’ for outlook

Pakistan finance minister says Gulf energy infrastructure attacks are ‘worrying’ for outlook

Aurangzeb says attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure are worrying, but Pakistan has procured energy supplies through November

Bangladesh measles outbreak is a 'real warning' to other nations

Bangladesh measles outbreak is a 'real warning' to other nations

The Bangladesh measles outbreak has caused 202,000 suspected cases, more than any other country this year, and experts call it a warning for other nations

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UAE
UAE faced sleeper cell threats during Iranian attacks, official says

UAE faced sleeper cell threats during Iranian attacks, official says

UAE sleeper cell threats helped guide Iranian missile and drone attacks, a senior official said, while the country kept malls, restaurants and beaches open.

Dubai Police arrest 8-member gang over fake driving license scheme

Dubai Police arrest 8-member gang over fake driving license scheme

The gang is accused of fraudulently obtaining foreign licenses for customers who never traveled to the country or completed the required lessons and tests.

Umrah bookings from UAE fall 50% as pilgrims delay Saudi Arabia trips: report

Umrah bookings from UAE fall 50% as pilgrims delay Saudi Arabia trips: report

Sharjah property transactions hit $12.7 billion in first nine months of 2026

Sharjah property transactions hit $12.7 billion in first nine months of 2026

Sharjah man jailed for six months over $413,000 college admission scam

Sharjah man jailed for six months over $413,000 college admission scam

Pakistan
SBP governor briefs global investors on Pakistan's economic outlook in Bangkok

SBP governor briefs global investors on Pakistan's economic outlook in Bangkok

Jameel Ahmad cites USD 21.5 billion in reserves, 3.7% growth and a third straight primary surplus

KP plans sweeping reforms to restore security after governor’s rule

KP plans sweeping reforms to restore security after governor’s rule

KP government drafts 100-day and 180-day action plans with 206 measures after governor’s rule They target security, services, economy and public trust

KP Governor Kundi fires back at Fazl over rejection of governor’s rule

KP Governor Kundi fires back at Fazl over rejection of governor’s rule

KP Governor Kundi fires back at Fazl over his rejection of governor’s rule, calling him a seasoned politician but saying he is disappointed by his remarks

Business
Pakistan explores Sukuk to diversify borrowing, extend debt maturities

Pakistan explores Sukuk to diversify borrowing, extend debt maturities

Pakistan is exploring Sukuk and other funding options with Sharjah Islamic Bank to diversify borrowing and replace costly short-term debt with longer-term financing

Lifestyle
Inside Collected XX: How unconventional fabrics become wearable fashion

Inside Collected XX: How unconventional fabrics become wearable fashion

Can old fabrics become the future of fashion? Collected XX is making a case for looking at what we already have a little differently

RJ Mitte, 'Breaking Bad' star and disability rights advocate, dies at 34

RJ Mitte, 'Breaking Bad' star and disability rights advocate, dies at 34

Actor RJ Mitte, widely acclaimed for playing Walter White Jr. in the seminal television series Breaking Bad and a prominent disability rights advocate, has passed away at the age of 34, his representatives confirmed

Anne Carson wins Nobel Prize in Literature for modern spin on classics

Anne Carson wins Nobel Prize in Literature for modern spin on classics

Anne Carson wins the Nobel Prize in Literature for giving Greek mythology a modern twist, the Swedish Academy said, praising her bold and inventive oeuvre.

Sports
England back in Pakistan for first ODI series in two decades

England back in Pakistan for first ODI series in two decades

The seven-match ODI tri-series featuring hosts Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka will be played from October 18 to 31

"Preparations remain on schedule," Saudi organisers say on 2027 Asian Cup after Houthi attacks

"Preparations remain on schedule," Saudi organisers say on 2027 Asian Cup after Houthi attacks

The tournament is scheduled to begin on January 7 across Jeddah, Riyadh and Al Khobar

​Pakistan seeks settled ODI combination as England and Sri Lanka join tri-series test

​Pakistan seeks settled ODI combination as England and Sri Lanka join tri-series test

The 2027 World Cup remains a year away, but the decisions made during this tri-series could help determine whether Pakistan enter the tournament with a coherent, well-tested squad or continue searching for answers when the stakes are considerably higher

World
Tanker hit off Saudi Arabia’s Gulf coast, crew evacuated, UKMTO says

Tanker hit off Saudi Arabia’s Gulf coast, crew evacuated, UKMTO says

A tanker was hit off Saudi Arabia’s Gulf coast, 68 nautical miles from Jubail, forcing its crew to evacuate. UKMTO says all crew are reported safe

Oil tanker on fire after hitting mine in Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s Guards say

Oil tanker on fire after hitting mine in Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s Guards say

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards say a supertanker carrying over two million barrels of crude caught fire after hitting a mine in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday

Iran denies Saudi accusation of involvement in Houthi attacks

Iran denies Saudi accusation of involvement in Houthi attacks

Iran denies Saudi accusation of involvement in Houthi attacks, rejecting claims it encouraged the escalation and offering to mediate between the two sides