This Film Provides a Trapezoidal Window into Former Pizza Huts
A documentary about the popular chain presents its repurposed buildings as protective shells where new businesses can grow.
Month: May 2026
Civil, military leadership assert full-spectrum response as nation marks first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq
PM, President Zardari, military chiefs hail Marka-e-Haq success, stress unity, resolve and deterrence Pakistan’s civil and military leadership on Saturday renewed their pledge to defend the country, warning that any aggression aimed at undermining it would be met with an “immediate, befitting and full-spectrum response” as the nation marked the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq. The … Read more
Trump’s feuds, tensions with allies likely to outlast Iran war
Amazon rainforest loses vast acreage yearly, with 90% cleared land converted to cattle pasture An aerial view shows cattle walking on a tract of the Amazon rainforest that has been cleared by loggers and farmers near the Virola-Jatoba Sustainable Development Project (PDS) in Anapu, Para state, Brazil, September 5, 2019. REUTERS When Xing Yanling posted … Read more
Deadly Israeli Strikes Erode Cease-Fire in Lebanon
Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah has shown little sign of abating, with Hezbollah also continuing to attack Israeli troops, and both sides accusing the other of violating a U.S.-brokered truce.
These Artisans, Showing at TEFAF New York, Push the Limits of Materials
A couple grow their own furniture. Another artist polishes metal to a mirror sheen. A third collaborates with insects. Together, they are redefining craft.
Iran says will play in World Cup, demands hosts accept conditions
Iran demands FIFA assurances to participate in 2026 World Cup. Photo: AFP TEHRAN: Iran’s football federation said on Saturday that the men’s national team will take part in the 2026 World Cup this summer, but demanded that joint hosts the United States, Mexico and Canada agree to its conditions amid the Middle East war. The … Read more
Gomal University fires employee involved in sexual harassment
Following a complaint, the employee was investigated and dismissed within three days by orders DI KHAN: Gomal University DI Khan administration has made it clear that a strict ‘zero tolerance’ policy is being enforced against any incident of harassment on campus. Following a complaint received a few days ago, acting on the directives of Vice … Read more
How China’s Leader Lost Faith in His Generals
Xi Jinping spent 13 years building a military to rival that of the United States. But the stronger the Chinese forces grew, the less he trusted the generals he had handpicked to run them.
EU lawmaker urges probe into Iran school attack, cites possible war crime
Criticises European institutions, leaders as ‘weak’ for failing to examine attack People and rescue forces work following an Israel strike on a school in Minab, Iran, February 28, 2026. Abbas Zakeri/Mehr News/WANA (West Asia News Agency) PHOTO: REUTERS A member of the European Parliament (EP) called for an immediate and impartial investigation into the deadly … Read more
Syed Noor says online fame has limits on big screen
Syed Noor. Photo: PTV Veteran filmmaker Syed Noor has ignited debate over the growing influence of social media personalities in Pakistan’s entertainment industry, arguing that viral fame and millions of followers are no guarantee of success at the box office. In a recent interview clip circulating widely online, Noor reflected on how audience behaviour has … Read more