Ronald Smothers, Times Reporter Who Covered Protest and Politics, Dies at 79
[In a career that included 35 years at The New York Times, he chronicled the Rev. Jesse Jackson’s 1984 presidential run and the bombing at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta.
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Global Demand for Rare Earth Minerals Is Intensifying Criminal Threats in the Amazon Rainforest
Global demand for critical minerals, used to build drones and electric cars, is surging, setting of a new wave of criminality in the world’s largest rainforest.
Uzbekistan pushes for live animal imports
[ Both sides focused on a wide range of areas of mutual interest aimed at enhancing bilateral economic engagements ISLAMABAD: Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan held a meeting with Uzbekistan’s Navoiy Region Governor Normat Tursunov and his delegation to discuss avenues for strengthening cooperation in trade, industry, … Read more
There’s a Right and Wrong Way to Use Urgent Care
We asked experts when you should use one, and when you’re better off visiting an ER or primary care doctor instead.
Dananeer says reducing ‘Mera Lyari’ to a ‘Dhurandhar’ response is disservice to the film
Actor urges audiences to view May 8 release through its layered themes of Lyari culture, women and football Dananeer says reducing ‘Mera Lyari’ to a ‘Dhurandhar’ response is disservice to the film Actor and lead of Mera Lyari, Dananeer Mobeen attended the UK Asian Film Festival this weekend at BFI Southbank to discuss the film’s purpose. … Read more
Wildlife Rangers arrest suspects over skinning of dead lion in Lahore
Wildlife officials also recover large number of stuffed animals from suspect’s residence during search operation Stuffed animals recovered by wildlife officials in Lahore on May 2, 2026, from residence of suspect engaged in illegal taxidermy. Photo: Reporter LAHORE: Wildlife Rangers in Lahore arrested suspects involved in skinning a dead African lion after a video of … Read more
Israel questions two Gaza flotilla activists
JERUSALEM: Two activists who participated in a Gaza-bound aid flotilla have been brought to Israel for questioning, the foreign ministry said Saturday, after the vessels were intercepted by Israeli forces. The flotilla of more than 50 vessels had set sail from ports in France, Spain and Italy with the aim of breaking an Israeli blockade … Read more
Fibre deficit is bottleneck for 5G
[ KARACHI: Despite the recent rollout of 5G services in Pakistan, internet speeds remain frustratingly slow in major metropolitan cities like Karachi and Lahore. Even the capital, Islamabad, continues to experience sluggish connectivity. The situation is far worse in peripheral regions such as Azad Kashmir and Balochistan, where reliable high-speed internet remains a distant dream. … Read more
WTO plans 10% budget cut
[The World Trade Organisation (WTO) is set to cut about 10% of its spending – including hiring freezes and reductions in short term staff – after the US fell back into arrears and a growing number of members failed to pay their dues on time, according to classified WTO documents seen by Reuters. The watchdog … Read more
What to Know About Elections in West Bengal and Other Indian States
Vote counting starts on Monday after over 154 million people participated in elections for state legislatures last month. The contests can tilt the balance of power for the whole country.