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Confronting protests, Iran vows to strike back if US attacks

Confronting protests, Iran vows to strike back if US attacks

Pakistan to start new process to sell off public housing finance firm

Pakistan to start new process to sell off public housing finance firm

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PSX rallies 3% amid strong mutual fund inflowsplay icon

PSX rallies 3% amid strong mutual fund inflows

Leading the charge were banking and fertilizer sectors, once again delivering strong performance

The man trusted with billions: Inside Lahore’s missing gold caseplay icon

The man trusted with billions: Inside Lahore’s missing gold case

For decades, Waseem Akhtar operated quietly in Lahore’s Ichhra jewellery market, handling gold worth millions without written contracts

The best and worst performing PSX stocks in 2025play icon

The best and worst performing PSX stocks in 2025

The Pakistan Stock Exchange gave a return of around 51% in 2025

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UAE
Pakistan seeks deeper UAE investment as PM meets Sajwani Group

Pakistan seeks deeper UAE investment as PM meets Sajwani Group

Both countries aim to boost private-sector investment, focusing on technology and emerging industries

UAE teenager becomes youngest Arab to summit Antarctica’s highest peak

UAE teenager becomes youngest Arab to summit Antarctica’s highest peak

Al Awadhi, 18, summited Mount Vinson on Jan. 6 in minus 40°C conditions

UAE, Syria launch program to train 10,000 healthcare workers in emergency response

UAE, Syria launch program to train 10,000 healthcare workers in emergency response

UAE aviation emerges as economic cornerstone with expanding global influence

UAE aviation emerges as economic cornerstone with expanding global influence

UAE administers first gene-editing therapy for inherited blood disorders

UAE administers first gene-editing therapy for inherited blood disorders

Pakistan
Pakistan condemns Israel’s recognition of Somaliland at OIC meeting

Pakistan condemns Israel’s recognition of Somaliland at OIC meeting

Foreign minister says undermining Somalia’s unity could reverse progress and threaten regional security

Pakistan religio-political leader dies after bomb attack in northwest

Pakistan religio-political leader dies after bomb attack in northwest

JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman condemned the killing as an attack on peace, moderation and democratic values.

Iraq shows interest in Pakistan’s JF-17 jets during air chief talks in Baghdad

Iraq shows interest in Pakistan’s JF-17 jets during air chief talks in Baghdad

Iraq and Pakistan air chiefs discuss boosting joint training and operational ties

Business
Textile exporters urge Pakistan to scrap power cross-subsidies, peak tariffs

Textile exporters urge Pakistan to scrap power cross-subsidies, peak tariffs

Industry warns high electricity costs are eroding competitiveness

Lifestyle
Is Neuro-Linguistic Programming actually effective?

Is Neuro-Linguistic Programming actually effective?

We explore one of the most frequently asked questions around the practice: Is NLP genuinely useful, or is it just another trending buzzword?

NLP is a practical, personal and professional development tool, not therapy.

Its effectiveness depends on the individual and their willingness to take responsibility.

NLP is gaining popularity in Pakistan due to rising pressure and performance-driven environments.

Common myths around manipulation and hypnosis are largely misunderstood.

Mic drop: Why Indian Idol creates superstars and Pakistan Idol strugglesplay icon

Mic drop: Why Indian Idol creates superstars and Pakistan Idol struggles

Equal talent, unequal platforms: Why Pakistan Idol lags behind its neighbor

Stranger Things is ending but Hawkins will never really let us go

Stranger Things is ending but Hawkins will never really let us go

After nearly a decade, Netflix’s defining series signs off, leaving behind more than monsters, memories, and bikes in the dark

Sports
Karachi in the global squash spotlight

Karachi in the global squash spotlight

Karachi Open is reinforcing Pakistan’s reputation as a historic and welcoming hub for squash

Real Madrid's Mbappe fit to play Super Cup final: Alonso

Real Madrid's Mbappe fit to play Super Cup final: Alonso

The forward was left out of Madrid's travelling party to Saudi Arabia, with Los Blancos beating city rivals Atletico Madrid 2-1 in the semi-final on Thursday to set up a Clasico final on Sunday

HBL PSL expands to eight teams as Hyderabad and Sialkot franchises sold in auction

HBL PSL expands to eight teams as Hyderabad and Sialkot franchises sold in auction

A total of 10 technically qualified bidders took part in the auction after a rigorous evaluation process

World
With Venezuela raid, US tells China to keep away from the Americas

With Venezuela raid, US tells China to keep away from the Americas

Trump's China policy includes both concessions and assertive new stances

Beijing bet big on relations with Caracas before US extracted Maduro

American operation deals blow to Chinese strategy in the Americas

Tens of thousands protest in Minneapolis over fatal ICE shooting

Tens of thousands protest in Minneapolis over fatal ICE shooting

Protests have spread to major cities and smaller communities, reflecting growing anger Trump administration’s policies

Fresh protests in Iran as internet blackout persists

Fresh protests in Iran as internet blackout persists

Iran’s biggest protests in years spread nationwide despite a harsh crackdown