Oil tops $100 again despite historic release of strategic reserves amid Iran war
Iran warns of a long war that could hit the global economy after attacking two commercial ships and threatening U.S. and allied vessels
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Spotlight
Pakistan’s naval role expands amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
In this episode of The Blue Newsroom, Amber Shamsi examines Pakistan’s maritime strategy, Navy escort missions, the IRIS Dena tragedy and regional shipping shifts
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Iran shows resilience after US, Israeli strikes
Iran avoided collapse after its leader’s killing, showing unity and endurance, Kamran Khan says
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Digital espionage: How technology shapes modern conflict
In this episode of The Blue Newsroom, Amber Rahim Shamsi covers digital warfare and regional economic measures in Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Egypt amid rising tensions
Mar 11, 2026
Mar 11, 2026
Shorts
KLM cancels flights to Dubai until March 28
Airline says it is working with the Dutch foreign ministry on the evacuation of its citizens stuck in the region
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Four injured as two drones fall in vicinity of Dubai airport
Dubai Media Office confirms air traffic at airport continuing normally despite incident
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Pakistan temporarily eases oil import rules to safeguard energy supplies
SBP permits crude and fuel imports on CIF basis for 60 days amid regional tensions
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Global growth seen steady in 2026 if oil shock fades, Fitch says
Ratings agency warns prolonged price surge could slow world economy and push up inflation
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Pakistan’s first rap reality show ‘Rap Icon’ brings Karachi’s street sound to national spotlight
From Lyari’s underground cyphers to a televised stage, Karachi’s rap movement to go mainstream after Eid
Pakistan’s first original rap reality show airs after Eid Al Fitr
Talha Anjum and Bohemia headline the judging panel
Female rapper AK Sky among artists breaking industry barriers
Feb 25, 2026
Feb 25, 2026
Rana takes five wickets as Bangladesh crush Pakistan in ODI opener
Rana returned figures of 5-24 to skittle out Pakistan for 114, a total Bangladesh overhauled in 15.1 overs to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series
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Infantino says Trump welcomes Iran's World Cup participation
Iran was the only nation missing from a FIFA planning summit for World Cup participants held last week in Atlanta
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South Africa team, stranded in India, to fly home from Wednesday
They are one of several including West Indies stuck because of conflict in the Middle East long after their Twenty20 World Cup campaigns ended while the ICC struggled to charter flights to repatriate them
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US Senate Democrats want answers on strike targeting Iran girls' school, civilian casualties
Senators say the school attack is horrific, with most victims girls aged 7-12, as neither the United States nor Israel takes responsibility.
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