3 crew members killed in attack on commercial ship near Red Sea gateway
Houthi forces killed 3 crew members in a missile attack on a commercial vessel in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait on Tuesday
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Pakistan celebrates freedom as 10 families await return of loved ones
As Independence Day approaches, 10 Pakistani families still await the safe return of loved ones held by Somali pirates
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Pakistan-Saudi-Turkey defense pact could reshape Muslim world's security order
Kamran Khan says the agreement brings together three major military, economic and geopolitical powers amid growing regional uncertainty
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Pakistan brickmakers scorched by sun above and fire below
Brick kiln workers in Pakistan face 1,000C furnaces below and record summer heat above, as climate change deepens risks in a poorly regulated industry
Aug 10, 2026
Aug 10, 2026
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UAE extradites suspected cartel boss Kinahan to Ireland
The UAE extradited alleged cartel boss Daniel Kinahan to Ireland to face trial, ending years of legal battles over his extradition.
Aug 09, 2026
Aug 09, 2026
UAE urges residents to verify messages before sharing
UAE's TDRA urges residents to verify messages before sharing, warning that forwarding fake content can carry legal liability
Aug 08, 2026
Aug 08, 2026
Pakistan inflation to remain elevated before easing in second half of FY27
State Bank of Pakistan sees growth at 3.5%-4.5% as higher energy costs and Middle East supply disruptions weigh on economic activity
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Oil prices rise further as hopes for Hormuz deal fade
Crude climbs further as US-Iran talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz stall, reviving inflation fears and bets on a Fed rate hike
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The Unstoppable Atif Aslam: A 20-Year Legacy and a Brand New Chapter
As Subah Aye Na drops on July 31, Spotify celebrates the artist’s staggering 8 billion streams and a trans-generational appeal that defies borders.
Atif Aslam has amassed nearly 8 billion Spotify streams with listeners across 184 countries.
96% of his Spotify streams over the past year came from outside Pakistan, highlighting his worldwide appeal.
His eight-track album Subah Aye Na arrives on July 31, marking the next chapter in his musical journey.
Jul 23, 2026
Jul 23, 2026
Trump defends Infantino as FIFA president, warns against his removal
Trump's support comes despite growing opposition to Infantino from several major football bodies.
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Pakistan begin England Test preparations as hosts face injury concerns
Before the series begins, Pakistan will also play a four-day warm-up fixture against a Select XI from August 12 to 15.
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West Indies face another World Cup qualifying hurdle after Afghanistan seal automatic spot
The two-time ODI World Cup champions have failed to secure automatic qualification for the 2027 tournament.
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US court rules Meta, other tech firms must face thousands of lawsuits over social media addiction
A US appeals court says Meta, Google, TikTok and Snapchat must face over 3,000 social media addiction lawsuits after rejecting their appeal
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