Former Syrian Security Official Indicted in Austria
Prosecutors say a Syrian security official accused of torture hid in plain sight in Europe for years, protected by Israeli and Austrian intelligence agents.
Month: November 2025
How to See the Northern Lights on Wednesday
A geomagnetic storm that made the aurora borealis visible farther south than normal is expected to continue for another night. But clouds may obscure your view.
Russian Humanoid Robot Falls on Its Face in Hyped Debut
[The robot, known as AIDOL, staggered onstage during a technology showcase in Moscow. Organizers blamed the mishap on calibration and lighting issues.
Sally Kirkland, Scene-Stealing Actress, Dies at 84
She received an Oscar nomination for the 1987 film “Anna” but spent much of her prolific career as a go-to supporting actress in movies like “The Sting” and “JFK.”
National Games torch-lighting on Friday
Most of the grounds and facilities at sports complexes in Karachi are far from ready to host 35th National Games. PHOTO: APP KARACHI: The torch-lighting ceremony of the 35th National Games will be held on Friday at Mazar-e-Quaid, marking the beginning of its nationwide journey. The torch will be displayed at various locations across the … Read more
Axe falls on four RDA officials
. RAWALPINDI: The Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) has launched a large-scale internal accountability drive following revelations in the University Town housing scandal involving massive public losses. Four RDA officials have been suspended, while show-cause notices have been issued to the Deputy Director (PR) and Legal Officer for negligence. The RDA DG Kanza Murtaza issued seven … Read more
As Consumer Bureau’s Cash Dwindles, Trump Administration Declares Its Funding Illegal
[The Justice Department embraced a novel conservative legal theory that it said blocked the Federal Reserve from funding the agency.
South Asia on Edge
There are no known links between two bomb attacks in India and Pakistan, but they come as tensions between the countries are already high.
Hollywood Bowl Names Its Stage for John Williams
The celebrated venue dedicated its stage to the composer for “Star Wars,” “Jurassic Park” and other blockbusters, a first in the bowl’s 103 years.
Balochistan faces second day of blackout
. QUETTA: Internet and mobile networks remained suspended for a second consecutive day across Quetta and other parts of Balochistan, following serious security warnings, officials from the Home Department confirmed on Wednesday. According to sources, the communication blackout was implemented as a precautionary measure after intelligence agencies flagged potential terrorist threats. Authorities stressed that the … Read more
