Lebanon Endures Threats, Diplomacy and Whiplash as Others Decide Its Fate
The conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran looms over a state that has been pummeled by military strikes but has little say in determining its own future.
Month: June 2026
FIFA praises Pakistan football revival
They also plan key reforms to modernize governance and boost the sport’s growth. ISLAMABAD: FIFA has backed the progress made by Pakistan football over the past year, describing it as being on the right track while calling for immediate constitutional reforms within the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF). FIFA officials emphasized that modern governance structures and … Read more
Iran Reveals 3-Day Funeral Plan for Ayatollah Khamenei, After Long Delay
Ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will be held in multiple cities, including Tehran, where authorities expect up to 20 million people to attend, Iranian state media reported.
Trump Again Refers to Canada as the ’51st State’ Hours Before Trade Talks
The Canadian trade minister is visiting Washington on Tuesday to meet with the U.S. Trade Representative.
White House Correspondents Dinner Rescheduled for July
[The dinner was abruptly cut short in April when a gunman disrupted the proceedings.
Mishi Khan says local films need more than calls for audience support
Actor says audiences expect a true cinematic experience rather than stories that feel like TV dramas Actor Mishi Khan has sparked debate on social media after criticising the quality of recent Pakistani film releases and questioning why some Eid films appeared to disappear from cinemas shortly after release. In a video shared on Instagram, Khan … Read more
Serena Williams to return to tennis
LONDON: Serena Williams confirmed her return to tennis on Monday after an absence of nearly four years, with the American great set to compete in women’s doubles at Queen’s Club next week. The 44-year-old, who has not played competitively since the 2022 US Open, has been granted a wild card for the grass court London … Read more
Kuwaiti FM appreciates Pakistan’s efforts to promote US-Iran dialogue in talks with Dar
Deputy prime minister and Sheikh Jarrah express hope for durable peace through ongoing diplomacy A combination of file photos featuring Kuwait’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar and Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah on Tuesday appreciated Pakistan’s continued mediatory role and … Read more
WHO says suspected Ebola cases drop to 116 after hundreds ruled out
A suspected case includes anyone who is picked up by surveillance or who presents with symptoms at a health centre This is an electron microscopic image of an isolate of Ebola virus. PHOTO: CDC Public Health Image Library The World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Tuesday there have been 321 confirmed cases of Ebola in the … Read more
MSC Ship Is Struck by Two Projectiles in Iraqi Port
The attack on the vessel, owned by the Mediterranean Shipping Company, underlines the threat to ships even as the U.S. and Iran try to negotiate reopening the Strait of Hormuz.