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Russia approved secret China military training at top level, sources say

Documents show Russian defence minister authorised drills involving Russian, Chinese generals Russian soldiers, who were involved in the country’s military campaign in Ukraine, march in columns during a parade on Victory Day, marking the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two, in Red Square in central Moscow, Russia, May 9, … Read more

I almost quit directing because of Adnan Siddiqui, reveals PTV Legend Kazim Pasha

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Says lazy formula filmmaking and refusal to modernise led to the collapse of Pakistani cinema In a gripping, nostalgic, and at times shocking tell-all interview, legendary television director Kazim Pasha pulled back the curtain on the hidden realities of Pakistan’s entertainment history. Leaving no stone unturned, the veteran director detailed the extreme pressures of the … Read more

Mexico see off Ecuador to break World Cup curse

Mexico forward Raul Jimenez celebrates scoring against Ecuador in the World Cup round of 32 at the Azteca Stadium. Photo: AFP MEXICO CITY: Mexico turned on the style at their iconic Azteca Stadium on Tuesday, brushing Ecuador aside 2-0 to break a 40-year World Cup knockout curse. The round-of-32 match was delayed for an hour … Read more

China’s Xi urges ruling Communist Party to be adaptable, safeguard advances

Analysts say slower economic growth, demographic decline pose key challenges for world’s second-largest economy Chinese President Xi Jinping and party officials stand at a ceremony marking the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China, July 1, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS China’s ruling … Read more