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Iran peace talks will only succeed without pressure and threats, says Pezeshkian

Iran peace talks will only succeed without pressure and threats, says Pezeshkian

Iran peace talks will only succeed without "pressure and threats", President Pezeshkian said at the CIS summit as the Middle East war stays deadlocked.

PIA to lease two Boeing 787 Dreamliners from Norse Atlantic

PIA to lease two Boeing 787 Dreamliners from Norse Atlantic

Pakistan registers 5,241 new companies in September: SECP

Pakistan registers 5,241 new companies in September: SECP

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Hijacked at Sea: Yasir Khan tells the story of Somali pirate captivityplay icon

Hijacked at Sea: Yasir Khan tells the story of Somali pirate captivity

Six months in captivity with Somali pirates, followed by a terrifying fight for survival at sea.

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.

Explosions rock Riyadh as diplomats shelter and schools move children to basements

Explosions rock Riyadh as diplomats shelter and schools move children to basements

Riyadh explosions prompted diplomats to shelter in place and schools to take safety measures on Thursday, sources told AFP, hours after a Houthi attack claim.

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UAE
Dubai new street signs: QR codes and new designs in 186 areas by 2030

Dubai new street signs: QR codes and new designs in 186 areas by 2030

Dubai new street signs will bring QR codes, unified designs and updated colors to 186 areas by 2030. See which five areas get them first and what stays the same.

UAE decriminalizes attempted suicide, tightens penalties for aiding it

UAE decriminalizes attempted suicide, tightens penalties for aiding it

The UAE has decriminalized attempted suicide and set prison terms of up to seven years for those who incite or assist it. See what changed in the new law.

Abu Dhabi deploys AI vehicle to spot crashes, fallen trees and faulty signals

Abu Dhabi deploys AI vehicle to spot crashes, fallen trees and faulty signals

UAE employers struggle to fill AI, cybersecurity and senior leadership jobs

UAE employers struggle to fill AI, cybersecurity and senior leadership jobs

UAE condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi airports that killed three

UAE condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi airports that killed three

Pakistan
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FBR to use AI to check tax returns: what Pakistani taxpayers should know

The FBR will use AI to check tax returns for discrepancies in income and assets. Pakistani taxpayers can correct errors before Oct. 15 to avoid penalties.

Oil industry seeks petrol pricing change as under-recovery may hit PKR 17per liter

Oil industry seeks petrol pricing change as under-recovery may hit PKR 17per liter

OCAC says using historical import costs when PSO has no recent cargo can leave oil marketing companies unable to recover current procurement costs

SBP to roll out image-based cheque clearing from October 15

SBP to roll out image-based cheque clearing from October 15

Pakistan Express Clearing System will replace physical movement of cheques, with nationwide coverage due by April 2027

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Pakistan's financial inclusion index rises to 59.5 in 2025

Pakistan's financial inclusion index rises to 59.5 in 2025

SBP says greater use of financial services drove the gain, supported by Raast's expansion and the launch of digital banks

Lifestyle
Veteran Bollywood actor Nana Patekar dies at 75

Veteran Bollywood actor Nana Patekar dies at 75

Legendary Indian actor Nana Patekar died of a cardiac arrest at 75 in Goa on Thursday, October 8, 2026, just four days after reflecting on mortality, personal purpose, and civil dissent during his final public appearance in Dona Paula

Ed Sheeran breaks silence on Gaza conflict, calling situation 'unjustifiable' amid tour boycott controversy

Ed Sheeran breaks silence on Gaza conflict, calling situation 'unjustifiable' amid tour boycott controversy

British pop star Ed Sheeran addressed the Gaza conflict during his Philadelphia concert, describing the situation as "catastrophic and unjustifiable" after tour supporting acts withdrew following the removal of rapper Macklemore

Four artists quit Ed Sheeran's tour in support of Macklemore and Palestine

Four artists quit Ed Sheeran's tour in support of Macklemore and Palestine

Ed Sheeran denied responsibility for Macklemore’s removal from his "Loop Tour," attributing the decision to promoter Messina Touring Group following venue threats, while remaining opening acts, including Finneas and Aaron Rowe, withdrew in solidarity

Sports
Farhan confirms Fakhar as opening partner, reveals Pakistan’s bowling plans for Sri Lanka T20Is

Farhan confirms Fakhar as opening partner, reveals Pakistan’s bowling plans for Sri Lanka T20Is

Farhan and Fakhar shared a remarkable 176-run opening partnership against Sri Lanka during the 2026 T20 World Cup, providing Pakistan with an explosive start

Pakistan announce squad for Hong Kong Sixes 2026

Pakistan announce squad for Hong Kong Sixes 2026

Pakistan enter the tournament as defending champions after beating Kuwait by 43 runs in the 2025 final

Kusal Mendis takes over as Sri Lanka Test captain ahead of Pakistan series

Kusal Mendis takes over as Sri Lanka Test captain ahead of Pakistan series

Dhananjaya de Silva announced his decision to step down on Thursday, explaining that he wanted to make room for the next generation of Sri Lankan leadership

World
India deploys thousands of police ahead of election protest

India deploys thousands of police ahead of election protest

India deploys more than 20,000 police and paramilitary officers ahead of a Saturday election protest demanding the election chief step down over voter rolls

China approves record share of panda bond proceeds for offshore use

China approves record share of panda bond proceeds for offshore use

Overseas borrowers have raised 115.5 billion yuan this year as low Chinese interest rates and easier cross-border rules expand yuan financing

New York mayor says asking Trump to withdraw ICE after shooting

New York mayor says asking Trump to withdraw ICE after shooting

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he will ask President Donald Trump to withdraw ICE agents after a shooting incident in Marble Hill sparked widespread protests.