Jimmy Lai’s 20-Year Sentence Follows Beijing’s Playbook on Dissent
The sentence for the media mogul, along with long prison terms for his editors, shows how Hong Kong enforces Xi Jinping’s red lines with a new severity.
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Can Mountain Lions Survive as Humans Close In?California Is Trying to Find a Way.
A giant freeway crossing for wildlife is due to open outside Los Angeles this year. Here’s the story of one young cat hemmed in near the city.
How Healthy Are Mushrooms?
Their rich, meaty flavor isn’t the only reason to eat them regularly.
Margalla Film Festival 2026 concludes in Islamabad
Celebration of independent cinema brings together filmmakers, cinephiles, creative voices ISLAMABAD: The two-day Margalla Film Festival 2026 concluded here on Sunday at the auditorium of The Black Hole, a non-profit cultural organization, drawing a large and enthusiastic audience. The festival was a celebration of independent cinema and cross-cultural storytelling, bringing together filmmakers, cinephiles, and creative … Read more
Hollywood Braces for New Round of Labor Talks
[The last time writers and actors negotiated contracts, in 2023, dual strikes froze the industry.
Scotland spoil Italy’s T20 World Cup debut with big win
George Munsey struck 84 as Scotland piled up 207 and dismissed Tournament debutants for 134. Photo: AFP KOLKATA: T20 World Cup debutants Italy had a bruising introduction to cricket’s biggest stage as they suffered a crushing 73-run loss to Scotland on Monday in Kolkata. Scotland posted a hefty 207-4 with opener George Munsey top-scoring with … Read more
Pakistan announces Fitrana, Fidyah amounts for Ramazan 2026
In the case of Parliamentarian Enclave Housing Scheme, the bureau recovered Rs3.92 million PHOTO: FILE LAHORE: Chairperson of the Council of Islamic Ideology, Allama Dr Muhammad Raghib Hussain Naeemi, has announced the nisab and rates of Sadaqatul-Fitr and Fidyah for fasting for the current year. According to the chairperson, the minimum amount of Sadaqatul-Fitr and … Read more
Olympians Love Pasta. They’re in the Right Place.
The prospect of carbo-loading in Italy, the spiritual home of the dish, has many athletes’ mouths watering at the Winter Games.
Prince Andrew leaked official UK trade documents to Jeffrey Epstein, emails show
Former prince shared reports on Vietnam, Singapore; adds to ongoing crisis over Epstein connections LONDON: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the younger brother of King Charles, shared official British trade documents with Jeffrey Epstein in 2010, leaking information to the late sex offender from his role as a government envoy, emails appear to show. The former prince, 65, … Read more
KLF debate on Pakistani TV dramas emphasises story over stardom
‘Strong script essential for success’, says actor Ahmed Ali as Karachi Literature Festival ends on memorable note KARACHI: The final day of the three-day Karachi Literature Festival concluded with more than 40 sessions covering a wide range of topics including education, women’s issues, health, Urdu language, music, poetry and artificial intelligence. Hundreds of books were … Read more