Russian strike kills 25 amid Zelensky Turkey bid

. Russia strike. Photo: Reuters TERNOPIL: A Russian strike in western Ukraine on Wednesday killed at least 25 people including three children, ripping the top floors off a block of flats, as an attempt by President Volodymyr Zelensky to revive the peace process with talks in Turkey fell flat. US President Donald Trump’s envoy Steve … Read more

Gold prices rise ahead of key US data

[ KARACHI: With bullish underlying factors, gold prices in Pakistan climbed on Wednesday, tracking a sharp rise in the international market, where the precious metal gained more than 1% as investors turned to safe-haven assets ahead of crucial US economic data releases. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price of … Read more

22 killed in fresh Israeli strikes in Gaza

Israeli military says it struck Hamas targets after militants allegedly opened fire People inspect the damage in the aftermath of an Israeli strike on the Ain al-Hilweh camp for Palestinian refugees, near Sidon in southern Lebanon. Photo: AFP GAZA CITY: Gaza’s civil defence agency said 22 people were killed in Israeli strikes on Wednesday, as … Read more

Internet explodes as Katseye unveils new song

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Global pop phenomenon Katseye stunned fans on the first stop of their ‘Beautiful Chaos’ North American tour with the surprise debut of their new track Internet Girl. The rising girl group, featuring Sophia, Manon, Megan, Daniela, Lara, and Yoonchae, delivered a high-energy performance at the Minneapolis Armory, combining their signature choreography with a powerful message … Read more

PM orders early prep amid heavy rains forecast

. ISLAMABAD: With monsoon devastation now a yearly certainty, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday instructed federal and provincial authorities to launch early preparations for the 2026 season, ordering immediate implementation of the climate change ministry’s short-term resilience plan as winter settles across the country. Chairing a high-level meeting, the prime minister stressed that Pakistan … Read more

Celebrity bonds, AI friends drive language trends

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LONDON: Feeling a deep connection with a celebrity or influencer you’ve never met? That is the essence of “parasocial,” which Cambridge Dictionary has crowned its 2025 Word of the Year, reflecting a growing cultural fascination with one-sided relationships. The adjective, dating back to the 1950s, describes the bond someone feels with public figures they do … Read more

‘Zelda’ adaptation leaks and first-look images electrify fans

. The long-anticipated live-action adaptation of Nintendo’s celebrated franchise moved further into the spotlight this week, after leaked footage from a New Zealand set appeared to reveal new casting details for the film titled ‘Legend of Zelda’, sparking intense speculation among fans. The video, shared online by content creator Tony Olsen, shows actor Dichen Lachman … Read more