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Rape, trafficking are being used systematically by the RSF, with over 1,800 documented cases Sudanese RSF fighters in the East Nile province, Sudan, on June 22, 2019. Photo: AFP (file) A social affairs minister for Sudan’s army-backed government said that women are the main victims of the brutal conflict ongoing since April 2023. Sulaima Ishaq … Read more
[Residents also oppose a data center the size of 18 Walmarts that is set to be built in pristine woodland outside Bessemer, Ala. “All this will be gone,” one said.
After scattered protests started last month, Iranians revolted en masse. The security forces cracked down, and the death toll has now reached 5,200.
Alexander Zverev saw off Lorenzo Sonego 6-4, 6-3 with a strong set two at the China Open on Friday. Photo: AFP MELBOURNE: Last year’s Australian Open runner-up, Alexander Zverev, stayed on track in his bid for an elusive maiden Grand Slam title, beating Francisco Cerundolo 6-2 6-4 6-4 to reach the quarter-finals at Melbourne Park … Read more
Harry Brook’s side won for the first time in five ODIs. Photo: AFP COLOMBO: England captain Harry Brook said the pitch used for Saturday’s second one-day international against Sri Lanka was probably the worst he had ever played on despite their series-levelling victory in Colombo. England used six spinners, who bowled a combined 40.3 overs … Read more
Sanae Takaichi, the first woman to lead Japan as prime minister, skipped a sumo awards ceremony, reflecting her cautious approach to gender issues.
Pakistani actors Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain have welcomed their second child, a baby girl, the couple announced on social media. Actor Yasir Hussain shared the news through an Instagram story late Saturday night, confirming that their daughter was born on January 24. The announcement quickly circulated on social media, prompting congratulatory messages from fellow … Read more
PUBLISHED January 25, 2026 KARACHI: The Taliban regime is not collapsing — yet. But the strain is unmistakable. What once appeared to be a unified movement is increasingly revealing deep internal divisions that the leadership can no longer hide. In truth, the Taliban were never a monolith. They were a coalition of disparate fighters, tribesmen, … Read more
15-member squad includes six players who have received their maiden mega-event call-ups LAHORE: The Pakistan squad for the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 was unveiled during a press conference at the Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday morning. The conference was addressed by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Director High Performance and member of … Read more
Free-solo ascent of Taiwan’s tallest building draws thousands and global attention TAIPEI: US climber Alex Honnold scaled the Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes or safety netting on Sunday, watched by thousands of cheering and waving fans as he clambered up one of the world’s tallest buildings. “Sick,” Honnold said as he got to the top … Read more