Israel, Australia Clash Over Visas Amid Palestinian State Recognition Dispute JERUSALEM – Tensions between Israel and Australia escalated on Tuesday after Israel revoked visas of Australian diplomats in response to Canberra blocking a far-right Israeli politician from entering the country. The move came just hours after Australia cancelled the visa of Simcha Rothman, a member […]
India, China Push to Mend Relations Amid Geopolitical Shifts NEW DELHI – India and China, two of the world’s most populous nations and long-time rivals, appear to be moving toward easing tensions after years of strained relations. The two countries, which fought a deadly border clash in 2020, are now signaling a willingness to rebuild […]
Hurricane Erin Strengthens to Category 3, Threatens U.S. East Coast MIAMI – Hurricane Erin has rapidly intensified into a Category 3 storm after a historic burst of strengthening over the weekend, which scientists say was fueled by human-driven climate change. The storm briefly reached Category 5 strength before weakening slightly. The U.S. National Hurricane Center […]
South Korea, U.S. Begin Joint Drills Amid Rising North Korea Tensions SEOUL – South Korea and the United States have launched their annual Ulchi Freedom Shield military drills this week, stepping up preparations against North Korea’s growing nuclear threat. The 11-day exercises, which Seoul says are purely defensive, include upgraded response strategies. While the scale […]
U.S. Revokes Student Visas Over Political Activism and Gaza War Protests WASHINGTON – The Trump administration has intensified its crackdown on student visas, canceling thousands in recent months as part of a broader push to tighten U.S. immigration rules. According to officials, roughly 4,000 visas have been revoked after holders were found guilty of offenses […]
Microsoft Expands Windows 11 Dark Mode Ahead of 25H2 Update The world’s leading tech giant, Microsoft, has introduced a preview build of Windows 11 that expands dark mode support, hinting at a broader visual overhaul expected with the upcoming 25H2 update. The latest Insider builds now feature dark-themed file operation dialogs, including copy, delete, and […]
Monkeypox Case Confirmed in Attock Resident Returning from Dubai ISLAMABAD – Health authorities have confirmed a new case of monkeypox in Pakistan, involving a 42-year-old man from Attock who arrived in Islamabad from Dubai on August 15. According to officials, the patient showed symptoms of the disease during routine screening by Border Health Services at […]
Punjab Updates War Book to Counter Modern Security Threats LAHORE – The Punjab Home Department has announced that the 1981 War Book is being revised to address modern-day security challenges. According to a department spokesperson, officials were briefed on the responsibilities of 33 government departments in the event of enemy aggression, with clear roles defined […]
Karachi Flights Disrupted as Heavy Rains Lash City KARACHI – Flight operations at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport faced major disruptions on Tuesday morning as heavy downpours continued to batter the city. According to airport officials, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight PK-300 from Karachi to Islamabad took off 30 minutes late, while Fly Jinnah’s flight 670 […]
Heavy Rain Lashes Karachi, More Downpours Forecast Across Pakistan KARACHI – Light showers that began in different parts of Karachi late last night intensified into heavy rainfall by early Tuesday morning, drenching several areas of the city. The downpour was reported in Tariq Road, Azizabad, Shahrah-e-Quaideen, Boat Basin, Liaquatabad, Hassan Square, North Nazimabad, SITE Area, […]
