Trump cancels Iran strikes, flags possible deal after top-level talks
Trump called off planned strikes on Iran Thursday after citing progress in top-level talks, while keeping a naval blockade in place until a deal is signed.
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Spotlight
Pakistan avoids crisis but struggles to achieve sustainable growth
Kamran Khan says Pakistan has gained stability, but weak growth and exports remain major concerns
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Pakistan records second warmest year in 65 years as climate reforms advance
Pakistan's 2025 annual mean temperature hit 23.9°C, its second warmest in 65 years
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Pakistan's pension time bomb: How a bloated benefits bill is eating the future
Pakistan is spending more on retired bureaucrats than its youth. This is not a footnote in the budget but a structural crisis in the making.
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Shorts
Emaar launches $55 billion Dubai megaproject to house 150,000 residents
Emaar Properties unveiled a $55 billion Dubai megaproject spanning 4.5 million square metres, with views of Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab and Palm Jumeirah
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Dubai launches authority to help people live longer and healthier
Dubai has launched the Dubai Longevity Authority under Sheikh Hamdan to regulate longevity therapies, attract investment and lead global healthcare innovation
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Foreign portfolio investment posts USD 944 million net outflow in FY26
Pakistan's successful Eurobond and Panda Bond issuances signaled renewed investor confidence and restored access to global markets
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Pakistan stock market posts strongest gains in years, KSE-100 hits record high
Pakistan's KSE-100 gained over 18% in nine months as inflation eased and investor confidence rose, the Economic Survey 2025-26 shows
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Mehwish Hayat gets her kicks in Pakistan's first zombie thriller
From Zumba routines to viral outbreaks, the Zombeid star on the role that pushed her to her limits.
May 28, 2026
May 28, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off amid high ticket prices and visa controversy
The 2026 World Cup kicks off Thursday as FIFA defends record ticket prices and visa bans overshadow the biggest tournament in history
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Sahibzada Farhan to lead as Pakistan announces squad for Asian Games 2026
Sahibzada will captain Pakistan's 15-member T20 squad at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, with Abdul Samad named vice-captain
Jun 10, 2026
Jun 10, 2026
Pakistan football’s long road back
From FIFA suspensions and years of inactivity to a historic final appearance, Pakistan football is finally finding its footing again
Jun 09, 2026
Jun 09, 2026
Trump vows fresh Iran strikes and seizure of oil terminals
Trump threatened new strikes on Iran and vowed to seize Kharg Island as Tehran warned the ceasefire was ‘practically meaningless’ after overnight exchanges of fire.
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