IMF seeks changes to SBP ActIMF seeks changes to SBP Act
[The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has asked Pakistan to remove the finance secretary from the board of the central bank and also recommended amending another law to take away the
Day: August 19, 2025
Cases of Mosquito-Borne Chikungunya Virus Are Surging Globally: What to KnowCases of Mosquito-Borne Chikungunya Virus Are Surging Globally: What to Know
Chikungunya, which can disable victims for years, is spreading rapidly, including in China and other places that have not seen it before.
Tuesday Briefing: Crucial Talks on UkraineTuesday Briefing: Crucial Talks on Ukraine
Also, China’s robot games.
Nmecha penalty gets Leeds up and running on Premier League returnNmecha penalty gets Leeds up and running on Premier League return
LEEDS: A late penalty from new signing Lukas Nmecha earned promoted Leeds United a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Everton in their first match back in the Premier League on Monday
Alonso promises action over words ahead of LaLiga debutAlonso promises action over words ahead of LaLiga debut
MADRID: Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso said on Monday he wanted his team’s performance on the pitch to do the talking for him as he begins his first LaLiga campaign
Zelensky Says He’s Ready to Meet Putin After Trump TalksZelensky Says He’s Ready to Meet Putin After Trump Talks
President Volodymyr Zelensky emerged upbeat, but repeated that Ukraine will not cede land to Russia. There were few tangible signs of progress toward a peace deal.
Swiatek downs Paolini to claim first Cincinnati Open titleSwiatek downs Paolini to claim first Cincinnati Open title
CINCINNATI: Iga Swiatek captured her first Cincinnati Open title on Monday by beating Jasmine Paolini 7-5 6-4, with the Pole third seed sending a powerful message ahead of the U.S.
Messi leads revamped Argentine squadMessi leads revamped Argentine squad
BUENOS AIRES: Argentina’s national team unveiled a revamped 31-man squad on Monday, led by Lionel Messi, for the South American qualifiers against Venezuela and Ecuador for the 2026 World Cup.
May 9 riots defied global protest norms: ATCMay 9 riots defied global protest norms: ATC
LAHORE: Anti-Terrorism Court Judge Manzer Ali Gill has observed that the May 9 violence did not qualify as a peaceful protest by any global standard, noting that coordinated attacks were
European Leaders’ Rush to Trump-Zelensky Meeting Appears to Have Paid OffEuropean Leaders’ Rush to Trump-Zelensky Meeting Appears to Have Paid Off
Jolted by President Trump’s support for possible land swaps in Ukraine, they went to back President Volodymyr Zelensky, a move that appeared to have accomplished its goal.