John Esposito, Who Challenged Negative Views of Muslims, Dies at 86
Starting out in the 1970s as a rare American expert on political Islam, he became a prolific scholar and a prominent public intellectual.
Pakistan removal from war-risk list will bring economic growth: FM Dar
[ Decision expected to lower shipping and insurance costs, facilitate trade and support economic growth Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday welcomed the decision of the Lloyd’s Market Association’s Joint War Committee (JWC) to remove Pakistan from its Listed Areas for war risk insurance. In a post on X, Dar said … Read more
Grammy-winning DJ Fred Again remixes viral hit ‘Pal Pal’
Singer Ali Soomro reflects on song’s journey, thanks Indian singer Talwiinder for bringing own spin to track Ali Soomro celebrates the success of Pal Pal, as British DJ Fred Again releases remix of the local hit. PHOTO: Screengrab British DJ Fred Again remixed Afusic and Ali Soomro’s viral Pakistani hit Pal Pal, adding his own … Read more
Health Dept forms probe committee into HMC harassment, mismanagement
The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Health Department constituted a high-level fact-finding committee on Friday to probe allegations of harassment, mismanagement and violation of rules levelled by a charge nurse at Hayatabad Medical Complex (HMC). According to a notification issued by the department, the move follows complaints by Charge Nurse Shakeela Naz against the hospital administration regarding alleged harassment in … Read more
At Least 34 Dead From Coal Mine Blast in Pakistan
Rescuers were searching for missing bodies from the accident in one of the country’s mining hubs, where methane gas explosions and mine collapses are frequent.
Ceuta Evokes Europe’s 2015 Migration Crisis. But Much Has Changed Since.
The crossing of 50,000 people to Spanish territory this week has created a crisis for the Spanish government, much as the 2015 migration crisis did for Europe’s leaders. The context is different.
5 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week
Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.
Hamza, Nasir storm into pre-quarters in international squash event
Hamza Khan beat Shahjahan 11-6, 11-9, 11-4 as Nasir Iqbal also reached the last 16 KARACHI: Pakistan’s Hamza Khan and Nasir Iqbal made impressive starts to their campaigns at the PN Fleet Club Open International Squash Championship, advancing to the pre-quarterfinals with commanding straight-game victories at the Pakistan Navy Roshan Khan–Jahangir Khan Squash Complex on … Read more
Wildfire emissions soar, exposing millions to worse air pollution
France’s Bordeaux records PM2.5 levels nearly five times EU’s average daily limit Locals look at the flames as they fight against them near Formariz during a wildfire in Zamora province, Spain, July 29, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Wildfires in France and Spain have exposed millions of people to health-damaging air pollution over the last few days, scientists said on Thursday. Smoke … Read more
Adam O’Neal Resigns as Washington Post Opinion Editor
[Adam O’Neal inherited a mandate from the paper’s owner, Jeff Bezos, to shift toward “personal liberties and free markets.”