Pakistan, IMF Discuss Flood Recovery and Economic Targets New York: Sources familiar with the talks say Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are in discussions not only about the country’s economic program but also about flood recovery and revenue-boosting measures. The IMF team has already met with provincial officials to review proposals aimed at […]
Pakistan Launches Subsidized Housing Loans for First-Time Buyers ISLAMABAD – The government has unveiled a new initiative aimed at helping first-time homebuyers secure affordable housing loans. Under the program, eligible individuals can apply for loans ranging from Rs 2 million to Rs 3.5 million. The State Bank of Pakistan has set the loan tenure at […]
Pakistani YouTubers Face Legal Action Over Promotion of Illegal Apps and Online Gambling Lahore – Pakistani authorities have registered cases against popular YouTubers Rajab Butt, Anas, and Huraria, following allegations that they promoted illegal apps and online gambling. Officials from the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) said investigations are ongoing and noted that all […]
Strong Earthquake Shakes Venezuela, Felt as Far as Caracas VENEZUELA – A powerful earthquake rattled parts of Venezuela on Wednesday, with the epicenter located 27 kilometers from the small oil town of Mene Grande in Zulia state, at a depth of 14 kilometers (8.7 miles). The tremor was felt across the country, including in the […]
He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to fostering constructive and forward-looking relations with Bangladesh, based on mutual respect, trust, and shared aspirations for regional peace and prosperity. The “warm and cordial” meeting took place on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). During the discussion, the two leaders reviewed the current […]
Sweden Updates Work Visa Rules to Attract Global Talent Sweden continues to be a top destination for skilled professionals worldwide, offering stable jobs, competitive salaries, and a high standard of living. In August 2025, the Swedish government updated its work visa regulations to help fill labor shortages in critical sectors such as healthcare, IT, engineering, […]
Foreign Buyers Return to New Zealand’s Property Market with NZ$5 Million Threshold For the first time in seven years, foreigners can once again buy property in New Zealand—if they are prepared to spend at least NZ$5 million (US$2.93 million). The change comes as part of updates to the country’s Active Investor Plus visa, designed to […]
Drone Sightings Disrupt Airports Across Denmark COPENHAGEN – Multiple airports in Denmark reported drone activity late Wednesday, forcing a temporary shutdown at Aalborg airport, one of the country’s busiest hubs after Copenhagen. North Jutland police said drones were spotted flying over a wide area near Aalborg airport and the Skrydstrup airbase. The drones eventually left […]
Seoul Warns of North Korea’s Expanding Uranium Stockpile SEOUL – South Korea has issued a rare public warning over North Korea’s growing nuclear capabilities, revealing new intelligence about Pyongyang’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium. Unification Minister Chung Dong-young told reporters that intelligence agencies estimate North Korea holds up to 2,000 kilograms of uranium enriched to […]
Trump Expected to Approve TikTok Divestment Deal WASHINGTON – Former U.S. President Donald Trump is preparing to announce that a deal to separate TikTok’s American operations from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, will meet the requirements of a law passed by Congress. The law, approved in 2024, mandates that TikTok cut ties with Chinese ownership […]
