Northern Lights Are Beautiful, but for Satellites They’re Risky
At least one space launch has been put on hold, as satellite operators and rocket companies manage the effects of the current geomagnetic storm hitting Earth.
Month: November 2025
Afghan economy buckles under hunger and debt
UNDP report warns of worsening poverty as millions of returnees strain fragile public services More than 345,000 Afghans have returned to their country or been deported since Pakistan in October ordered undocumented migrants or those who have overstayed their visas to leave. PHOTO: AFP KARACHI: Afghanistan’s economic recovery is faltering as nine in ten households … Read more
Celebrity power and royal intrigue collide at Jenner’s party
Kris Jenner’s James Bond-themed 70th birthday celebration in Los Angeles. Kris Jenner’s James Bond-themed 70th birthday celebration in Los Angeles has dominated social media, generating fresh debates around celebrity presence, online behaviour, and unexpected royal appearances. The star-studded party, held at Jeff Bezos’ mansion on November 8, drew major names including Beyonce, Tina Knowles, Adele, … Read more
IHC rules executive must consult judiciary
Justice Babar Sattar. PHOTO: FILE ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday ruled that the executive must consult the judiciary for the appointment and removal of judges in Islamabad. Justice Babar Sattar issued a detailed 73-page written order, declaring that the terms of service of judges include the exercise of powers independently, impartially, and … Read more
U.K. Gives Go-Ahead to Smaller Nuclear Reactor in Wales
The government pledged 2.5 billion pounds for initial site work, but the decision to build a small, modular design may disappoint others, including the U.S. nuclear industry.
Britain Gives Go-Ahead to Smaller Nuclear Reactor in Wales
[The government pledged 2.5 billion pounds for initial site work, but the decision to build a small, modular design may disappoint others, including the U.S. nuclear industry.
Iraq’s Prime Minister Leads in Elections but May Struggle to Form a Government
Mohammed al-Sudani pitches himself as someone who can keep Iranian influence in check, but his vote share may not be big enough to ensure a clear political victory.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Head for a Record in 2025, Global Carbon Project Reports
[But there are signs that greenhouse gas pollution in China might be slowing, according to a new analysis.
Renner threatens huge lawsuit over AI voice use
Jeremy Renner. Photo: AFP Hollywood actor Jeremy Renner is locked in a fierce public clash with director Yi Zhou over a disputed AI-driven project that has cast fresh light on the uneasy intersection of celebrity power, digital creation, and personal accusation in the film industry. The dispute erupted when Renner, through his lawyer Marty Singer, … Read more
Concert marks 20th anniversary of ‘The Last Airbender’
Original creative team returns; feature film and ‘Seven Havens’ series in the pipeline Avatar. Photo: Facebook LOS ANGELES: Fans sang along in Los Angeles to celebrate the 20th anniversary orchestra concert of ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’, featuring music from the hit 2005 Nickelodeon animated series. “It’s really cool to get a younger generation in to … Read more
