US hopeful Hormuz Strait deal will be done 'today or tomorrow' after ship hit
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says a Hormuz Strait deal with Iran could come "today or tomorrow," hours after another cargo ship was hit.
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Coalition partners edge towards political showdown as tensions over AJK elections deepen
Kamran Khan says the PML-N and PPP are now locked in an open political confrontation, with Bilawal Bhutto declaring political war
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Pakistan tightens rules for foreign media after Kashmir election coverage
Islamabad has introduced new rules for foreign media, tightening accreditation, travel and staffing requirements after restricting Al Jazeera's Kashmir coverage.
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How last-minute diplomacy keeps delaying a wider US-Iran war
Kamran Khan says Trump's approach remains the defining pattern of the conflict, repeatedly shifting between military escalation and diplomatic pauses
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Shorts
Dubai holiday rental revenue falls 46.5%, but returns beat long-term rentals
One-bedroom holiday homes delivered a 7.2% average gross yield in Q2, versus 5.2% for traditional rentals, as longer stays helped cushion weaker demand
Jul 30, 2026
Jul 30, 2026
Dubai's Centre for Harboring supports nearly 11,700 residency violators in 2026
Dubai's GDRFA says its Centre for Harboring combines immigration enforcement with healthcare, meals and travel support for residency violators.
Jul 29, 2026
Jul 29, 2026
SECP forms working group to cut corporate debt issuance costs, delays
Panel to review ratings, regulations, taxation and Sukuk framework to expand long-term financing options
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Pakistan seeks faster China refinancing of $1.3 billion loan
Funds are expected later this month as Islamabad seeks to replenish reserves after USD 2.2 billion in external debt repayments in July
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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
Michael Smith appointed batting coach of Pakistan men's team
Smith has been appointed on a two-year contract and will join the squad before the England Test series
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Abdullah, Babar put Pakistan in command of second West Indies Test
Pakistan ended day two on 266 for two, trailing the West Indies by only 78 runs.
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Pakistan claim five wickets as Greaves guides West Indies recovery in second Test
Greaves’ composed unbeaten half-century and Chase’s measured support denied the visitors complete control as West Indies closed on 239 for five after 74 overs
Aug 03, 2026
Aug 03, 2026
Status of US-Iran talks uncertain as ship struck in Hormuz
US-Iran talks remain uncertain after a ship was struck in the Strait of Hormuz, as Trump and Tehran offer conflicting accounts
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