In Indonesia, a New Generation Takes Up Leaf Weaving
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De Snijjer to lead Pakistan Women’s Hockey
Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has appointed renowned Dutch coach Richard de Snijjer as the head coach of the Pakistan women’s national hockey team as part of its long-term strategy to revive and strengthen women’s hockey in the country. According to a PHF press release issued on Tuesday, De Snijjer brings more than two decades of … Read more
Karachi dessert shop owner found dead after alleged kidnapping
25-year-old Wafflix owner was abducted from PECHS; police probe suspected torture Mir Raza Ali, owner of the popular dessert shop Wafflix, whose body was found in Gulistan-e-Jauhar after he was allegedly kidnapped from PECHS. SCREENGRAB/ Youtube A 25-year-old man who was allegedly kidnapped from Karachi’s PECHS Society was found dead in the bushes near a … Read more
Fed Holds Rates Steady but Three Officials Back Increase
[Kevin M. Warsh’s second meeting as chairman of the Federal Reserve was colored by internal divisions over the path forward for policy.
14 Arab, Palestinian groups issue urgent appeal to protect Jerusalem, Al-Aqsa Mosque amid Israeli escalation
Cite attacks on worshippers, targeting of Al-Aqsa guards, restrictions on freedom of worship and settlement expansion Fourteen Arab and Palestinian institutions and organisations on Wednesday issued an urgent appeal calling for collective action to protect occupied Jerusalem amid what they described as escalating Israeli violations targeting Al-Aqsa Mosque and the city’s historic identity. The appeal … Read more
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Meta’s Profit Falls 14 Percent as A.I. Spending Continues
The Silicon Valley company’s costs rose more steeply than revenue growth, as it continues to invest heavily in artificial intelligence.
Saudi Arabia’s Strikes in Iraq Mark Entry Into U.S.-Iran War.
The kingdom’s defense ministry said airstrikes in Iraq targeting Iran-backed militias were in retaliation for attacks on Saudi oil facilities this week.
Ten Women Accuse Jared Leto of Sexual Misconduct in BBC Report
The accusations include sex with underage girls and sexually explicit messages. The actor denied the allegations.
FIFA’s plans to sell $4.2bn stake
LONDON: CONCACAF followed UEFA on Wednesday by criticisingFIFA’s controversial plans to sell a stake in the business operations of the World Cup and its other competitions through the creation of a semi-private subsidiary. World football’s governing body said Tuesday it would retain a majority share in FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) but hoped to raise $4.2 billion … Read more