Germany’s Leader Merz Delivers a Blunt Warning to China on Trade
Chancellor Friedrich Merz laid out his complaints in a frank message to his hosts on a trip to Beijing that China had designed to showcase their relationship.
Month: February 2026
What Trump Did (and Didn’t) Say in the State of the Union Speech
[The president boasted about a strong economy in his State of the Union address. But he spent less time on a potential weakness, affordability.
‘Days and Nights in the Forest’: Into the Woods With Satyajit Ray
In a new 4K restoration of this 1970 Indian classic, four upper-caste men travel for an adventure, with their entitlement taking a starring role.
Samson in India’s mix for high-stakes clash against Zimbabwe
The host nation suffered a 76-run defeat to South Africa in their Super Eights opener CHENNAI: Defending champions India are looking to bolster their faltering opening combination ahead of a dare-not-lose T20 World Cup clash against Zimbabwe to keep hopes of making the semi-finals alive. Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson is an option at the top of … Read more
England’s Brook gains redemption after ‘hardest winter of my life’
England captain Harry Brook (L) celebrates his half-century (50 runs) as Pakistan’s Saim Ayub (R) looks on during the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup Super Eights match between England and Pakistan at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy on February 24, 2026. Photo: AFP COLOMBO: Richly talented but much maligned, England captain … Read more
A Seasoned French Museum Chief Takes Over a Louvre in Crisis
Christophe Leribault, who runs the Palace of Versailles, will replace Laurence des Cars, who resigned months after an audacious jewel heist.
‘Pay or he dies,’ families told as more Egyptians risk Mediterranean crossing
Relatives holding portraits of those believed to to have gone missing while making the journey to Europe through Libya. PHOTO: AFP Weeks after Hamdy Ibrahim left his village in Egypt’s Nile Delta, hoping to reach Europe, his brother’s phone rang with a chilling message from Libya: pay now or the boy would die. A smuggler … Read more
Delroy Lindo on ‘Sinners,’ the Oscars and the Power of Affirmation
In a career of standout performances and dispiriting lows, Lindo, 73, has held firm to his goal: “I want to be respected for my work.”
Pakistan Hockey team arrives in Egypt for World Cup Qualifiers
Green shirts will face China on March 1, Malaysia on March 2, and Austria on March 3 The Pakistan National Hockey Team has arrived in Ismailia, Egypt, to participate in the FIH Men’s World Cup Qualifier Round, scheduled to take place from March 1st to 7th. At the airport, Dr. Talha and other officials from … Read more
Pakistan hockey names Samiullah chief selector in revival push
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Flying Horse Samiullah as the Chief Selector of the Pakistan Men’s Hockey Team, recommended by the PHF Professional Development Committee, comprising legendary Olympians Hasan Sardar and Islahuddin Siddiqui. This appointment is part of the PHF’s broader strategy to revitalize hockey in Pakistan, … Read more