6.8-Magnitude Earthquake in Japan Triggers Tsunami Warning
The quake struck near the coastal city of Uto in southern Japan. There were no immediate reports of damage.
Trump to host Netanyahu, Zelenskiy as Ukraine, Iran wars reach critical stages
Relations with Zelenskiy warm while White House frustration mounts over stalled progress in Iran conflict United States President Donald Trump hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Tuesday, with wars in Iran and Ukraine at critical stages and his ties with both leaders markedly different. Relations with Zelenskiy have warmed as Ukraine has blunted Russian advances, while Netanyahu arrives amid growing White House frustration over the lack of progress toward … Read more
Cabinet approves refining policy amendments to boost Euro-V fuel production
PM Shehbaz warns against delays, orders Gulf roadshows to promote amended policy for brownfield refinery projects Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting of Cabinet Committee on Energy in Islamabad. PHOTO: PMO The Cabinet Committee on Energy on Tuesday approved amendments to the Pakistan Oil Refining Policy 2023 that will enable the modernisation of Pakistan’s … Read more
Breaking a Sweat for the Story, and Glory
A look at what it takes to report on, and join, an intense fitness program at the same time.
Southeast Asian Resort Towns Suffer as Iran War Keeps European Tourists Away
Soaring airfares and disruptions to Middle Eastern travel hubs are keeping many travelers away from destinations in Cambodia, Thailand and Indonesia.
Iraq proposes strategic economic ties
. KARACHI: Iraqi Consul General in Karachi Dr Maher Mjhid Jejan has called for transforming the longstanding brotherly relations between Pakistan and Iraq into a comprehensive strategic economic partnership by substantially expanding bilateral trade, investment, technology collaboration and cooperation in AI. He urged the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) to lead trade delegations … Read more
Visa freeze hits exports, businesses
[ Gulfood participation at risk as business community seeks diplomatic intervention ISLAMABAD: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reportedly frozen visa issuance for Pakistanis, hitting exports and disrupting international trade activities, business leaders have warned. Speaking on the issue, Ismail Suttar, Founder and Chairman of the Salt Manufacturers Association of Pakistan, said the UAE is … Read more
The Iran War Is Making Asia’s Street Food More Expensive
Some staple dishes in Asia are no longer as affordable to purchase or prepare. Customers and food sellers alike are feeling the pinch.
Wheat import decision sparks farmer outcry
[ LAHORE: The federal government’s decision to import one million tonnes of wheat has revived a long-standing question: why does an agricultural country, with Punjab once known as the nation’s food basket, continue to rely on imported grain despite repeated official claims of bumper harvests? The move has sparked criticism from farmers and agricultural experts, … Read more
Houthis attempting to emulate Iran’s Hormuz model in Red Sea: Yemeni official
Houthi fighters near red sea as a cargo vessel is in the background. PHOTO: AFP A senior Yemeni official said on Tuesday that Yemen is worried Houthi rebels are attempting to emulate Iran’s attempts to control the Strait of Hormuz, after the group announced a maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia. The “Houthis want to copy … Read more