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US embassy attacked in Baghdad, strikes hit Iran-backed fighters

US embassy attacked in Baghdad, strikes hit Iran-backed fighters

Baghdad embassy attacked amid ongoing US-Israel strikes on Iran and allies

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How Islamic banking differs from conventional bankingplay icon

How Islamic banking differs from conventional banking

Finance scholar Dr. Zeeshan Ahmed explains the key principles that set Islamic finance apart from conventional banking

Pakistan faces fresh economic shock as Hormuz closure drives oil surgeplay icon

Pakistan faces fresh economic shock as Hormuz closure drives oil surge

Kamran Khan says rising energy costs test Pakistan’s IMF targets and inflation outlook

Corporate earnings of CHCC, NATF, ENGROHplay icon

Corporate earnings of CHCC, NATF, ENGROH

CHCC saw earnings decline 4% in Q2 as sales contracted 8% while NATF outperformed with earnings up 42%

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UAE
Iran urges UAE residents to stay away from ports

Iran urges UAE residents to stay away from ports

Tehran says it has the right to strike US missiles and military hideouts in the UAE to defend its sovereignty

UAE arrests 10 for sharing fake, misleading attack videos

UAE arrests 10 for sharing fake, misleading attack videos

Authorities accuse the suspects of exploiting the situation to spread misinformation designed to mislead public

Abu Dhabi police arrest 45 over filming, spreading misinformation on attacks

Abu Dhabi police arrest 45 over filming, spreading misinformation on attacks

UAE says Iran must halt attacks on neighbors to allow diplomacy

UAE says Iran must halt attacks on neighbors to allow diplomacy

Dubai ruler issues new law on administrative violations and penalties

Dubai ruler issues new law on administrative violations and penalties

Pakistan
Pakistan says Afghan Taliban drones intercepted before reaching targets

Pakistan says Afghan Taliban drones intercepted before reaching targets

ISPR says Pakistani forces intercept Taliban drones, causing injuries to four while preventing greater damage and civilian harm

Pakistan may ration gas if LNG cargoes from Qatar are delayed by Hormuz tensions

Pakistan may ration gas if LNG cargoes from Qatar are delayed by Hormuz tensions

Officials warn supply disruptions could tighten gas availability as analysts weigh impact on power and industry

Pakistan's airspace reopens after two drones intercepted near capital

Pakistan's airspace reopens after two drones intercepted near capital

Security sources said the drones were detected flying near the Faizabad interchange

Business
How Ibrahim Amin built a multi-industry business empireplay icon

How Ibrahim Amin built a multi-industry business empire

What started with just three employees has grown into a group of companies with over 300 staff and operations across Pakistan, the UAE, Singapore, and China

Lifestyle
Bohemia and Talha Anjum posing on set of Rap Icon

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

Indian writer Roy quits Berlin Film Festival over Gaza row

Indian writer Roy quits Berlin Film Festival over Gaza row

Roy slams Gaza remarks by festival jury, withdraws from Berlin event

In Karachi, sober raves offer Gen Z a new kind of nightlife

In Karachi, sober raves offer Gen Z a new kind of nightlife

In Pakistan, a growing number of Gen Z are opting for 'sober socializing', joining a global trend as young people increasingly opt for healthier lifestyles

Sports
Pakistan thrash Bangladesh by 128 runs in rain-hit second ODI

Pakistan thrash Bangladesh by 128 runs in rain-hit second ODI

Chasing a revised target of 243 in 32 overs after a two-hour rain and hailstorm delay, Bangladesh collapsed for 114 in 23.3 overs

Rights groups urge FIFA to ensure inclusive World Cup

Rights groups urge FIFA to ensure inclusive World Cup

Asked about the concerns, the White House said the administration was focused on delivering a successful event

Alcaraz sets up Medvedev Indian Wells semis, Sabalenka and Rybakina advance

Alcaraz sets up Medvedev Indian Wells semis, Sabalenka and Rybakina advance

Australian Open champion Alcaraz improved his record to 16-0 to start the year with a solid display against a tricky opponent

World
US embassy in Iraq hit as Mideast war enters third week

US embassy in Iraq hit as Mideast war enters third week

Trump saysUS Navy will start escorting tankers through the Strait of Hormuz 'very soon' to restore oil exports

Trump claims Iran 'totally defeated', 'wants a deal' he won't accept

Trump claims Iran 'totally defeated', 'wants a deal' he won't accept

Trump says the US Navy will soon escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz to secure oil exports

Iran's new supreme leader wounded, likely disfigured, Hegseth claims

Iran's new supreme leader wounded, likely disfigured, Hegseth claims

Pete Hegseth questions why Iran’s leader issued a written statement despite having cameras and recorders, saying he is wounded, in hiding