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Washington denounces Iran's truce proposal as 'cynical'

Washington denounces Iran's truce proposal as 'cynical'

A top US official dismissed Iran's Strait of Hormuz truce proposal as 'cynical,' signaling it is a non-starter for Washington.

Saudi strike on Yemen's Taiz kills seven, Houthi media says

Saudi strike on Yemen's Taiz kills seven, Houthi media says

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PSX caught in range-bound market as investors weigh macroeconomic shiftsplay icon

PSX caught in range-bound market as investors weigh macroeconomic shifts

Stock Watch examines inflation, oil volatility, US yields, rupee outlook and fertilizer sector earnings

‘Every person is research-minded,’ Nergis Mavalvala says in Karachi lecture

‘Every person is research-minded,’ Nergis Mavalvala says in Karachi lecture

The MIT dean urges curiosity and critical thinking as AI grows and trust in scientific knowledge faces new challenges

PTI march faces strategy questions as government talks continueplay icon

PTI march faces strategy questions as government talks continue

Kamran Khan says PTI is committed to the Sept. 27 march despite internal doubts and backchannel talks

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UAE
UAE to host 15th UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice

UAE to host 15th UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice

UAE hosts the 15th UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice in Abu Dhabi from September 26 to October 1, 2026.

Dubai Police act against 18 suspects for dumping hazardous waste at unauthorized sites

Dubai Police act against 18 suspects for dumping hazardous waste at unauthorized sites

Dubai Police took action against 18 suspects and seized 17 tankers for illegally dumping hazardous waste at unauthorized sites.

Dubai tenants can get rent refunds when ending shared housing leases early

Dubai tenants can get rent refunds when ending shared housing leases early

Iran war needs lasting peace, not a temporary fix: Gargash

Iran war needs lasting peace, not a temporary fix: Gargash

UAE suspends all Iranian airline flights until further notice

UAE suspends all Iranian airline flights until further notice

Pakistan
PTI Islamabad long march: KP CM says party ready to mobilize within 24 hours

PTI Islamabad long march: KP CM says party ready to mobilize within 24 hours

PTI’s Islamabad long march is set for Oct. 4 as KP CM Sohail Afridi says the party is prepared to mobilize within 24 hours if called.

Over 71 terrorists killed in Balochistan operations in 96 hours: ISPR

Over 71 terrorists killed in Balochistan operations in 96 hours: ISPR

Pakistan's military says over 71 terrorists were killed in Balochistan operations in 96 hours, with 33 fatalities reported in Operation Shaban alone.

PTBA urges government to focus on tax reform implementation

PTBA urges government to focus on tax reform implementation

Tax professionals call for stronger tax administration, faster refunds and lower compliance costs as Pakistan expands digitalization and documentation reforms

Business
Sazgar to invest Rs22bn in capacity expansion despite Pakistan auto policy delay

Sazgar to invest Rs22bn in capacity expansion despite Pakistan auto policy delay

Sazgar says EV parts face 4% and PHEV parts 3% customs duties despite auto policy expiry.

Lifestyle
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

Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran's US tour following 'free Palestine' speech at concert

Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran's US tour following 'free Palestine' speech at concert

American rapper Macklemore has been removed from singer Ed Sheeran's US "Loop Tour" after venue owners and promoters threatened to cancel stadium dates following his on-stage pro-Palestinian remarks at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey

Sports
Pakistan secure another 2026 Asian Games medal as Noor, Ashab reach squash semis

Pakistan secure another 2026 Asian Games medal as Noor, Ashab reach squash semis

Pakistan women’s cricket team and MMA star Asim Khan are among the medal winners so far, with both winning bronze

Alcaraz demands changes to late-night scheduling at Grand Slams

Alcaraz demands changes to late-night scheduling at Grand Slams

The Spanish tennis superstar has insisted that the time has come to make a change at the four majors

Cristiano Ronaldo: ‘I still believe I can help the national team’

Cristiano Ronaldo: ‘I still believe I can help the national team’

The Portugal captain says he considered retirement but remains committed to helping the team

World
Hezbollah chief Qassem says Israel unable to 'break' group on Nasrallah anniversary

Hezbollah chief Qassem says Israel unable to 'break' group on Nasrallah anniversary

Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem says Israel failed to break his group, two years after the killing of leader Hassan Nasrallah.

RAF Fairford: British counter-terror police probe major incident near air base

RAF Fairford: British counter-terror police probe major incident near air base

Counter-terror police are investigating a major incident near RAF Fairford after several men were arrested on suspicion of explosives offences.

At UN, Saudi FM warns world failing to protect Gulf shipping

At UN, Saudi FM warns world failing to protect Gulf shipping

Saudi Arabia warns the UN that global inaction is putting Gulf shipping at risk, urging protection for the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea from disruption