Edward Anders, Who Duped Nazis and Illuminated the Cosmos, Dies at 98
His research unraveled mysteries about the solar system and the demise of the dinosaurs. In retirement, he turned his attention to the Holocaust.
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WHO adopts global pandemic accord, but US absence raises concerns
Listen to article WORLDWIDE: The World Health Organization adopted a landmark agreement on Tuesday to strengthen global preparedness for future pandemics, marking the end of three years of negotiations driven by the chaotic response to COVID-19. Applause broke out at the World Health Assembly in Geneva as member states approved the legally binding accord, which aims to … Read more
Has Japan’s ‘Rice Minister’ Brought Down Prices Enough to Save His Party?
[Shinjiro Koizumi has scrambled to cut soaring rice prices ahead of a high-stakes election this weekend. Will it be enough to buoy support for the Liberal Democratic Party?
Lines may be blurry, but boundaries rarely are
KARACHI: Sana Nawaz found herself in quite the predicament recently by declaring in a video that “artists have no boundaries” when defending her politically silent peers. Given the unrelenting conflict that has marred whatever amity remained between Pakistan and India, it is easy for such a statement to raise a storm, seeing as showbiz individuals … Read more
Wahab misses out on Shaheens coaching role
KARACHI: Wahab Riaz narrowly missed out on becoming the head coach of Pakistan Shaheens, Express News citing reported Saturday. Wahab also turned down an offer to join the selection committee once again. After his name circulated in the media for the role, Aaqib Javed withdrew his support. Former cricketers Wahab Riaz, Umar Gul, and Imran … Read more
Punjab declares emergency as monsoon floods kill 33, injure over 170
Torrential monsoon rains have battered parts of Punjab over the past 24 hours, triggering widespread flooding, structural damage, and fatal accidents. At least 33 people have been killed and over 170 injured, according to a spokesperson from Rescue 1122, the province’s emergency service. In response, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif declared a “rain emergency” … Read more
Kurdish PKK Fighters Burn Weapons in Step Toward Peace With Turkey
The disarmament of the P.K.K., a group that has battled since the 1980s for Kurdish independence, could end a conflict that has killed more than 40,000 people.
Britain’s Economic Bind: Face Public Disapproval or Investor Wrath
[The Labour Party is starting its second year in control of the government with difficult choices over whether to curb spending or raise taxes.
Dozens of People Are Killed in Iraq Shopping Mall Fire
The local governor announced three days of mourning for those killed, who include children.
Sandy Gall, Reporter Who Covered a Half-Century of Wars, Dies at 97
[He was an intrepid journalist in Vietnam, Africa and the Middle East before becoming a mainstay news presenter on British TV.
