California, an Environmental Bastion, Warms to Nuclear Energy
[The state is considering extending the life of its last nuclear power plant, Diablo Canyon, and allowing construction of new reactors to help meet its clean energy goals.
Arshad Nadeem faces Budapest test
Olympic champion heads to Hungary capital for World Athletics Ultimate Championship Arshad Nadeem prepares for the World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest. Photo: AFP KARACHI: Pakistan’s Olympic javelin champion Arshad Nadeem travelled to Budapest on Wednesday to compete in the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship, seeking a return to form after a disappointing performance at … Read more
Haaland double powers Man City to victory
Erling Haaland scored twice as Manchester City began their Champions League campaign. Photo: AFP PORTO: Erling Haaland scored twice as Manchester City began their Champions League campaign with a 2-0 victory at Porto. Haaland was denied by a hat-trick of fine saves by Diogo Costa before half-time, but was not to be denied early in … Read more
A 20-Minute Workout for Aging Well
These exercises can help you get up off the floor more comfortably, an important skill as you get older.
Europe Unites to Pressure Israel, Breaking With U.S.
Britain once followed in France’s slipstream when it came to pressuring Israel. Under new leadership, it is spearheading opposition to Israeli settlements, risking American anger.
Israel orders closure of British consulate in East Jerusalem
Consulate to close within 30 days after UK announced ban on imports from illegal Israeli West Bank settlements Israel orders closure of British consulate in East Jerusalem. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY Israel has notified the British consulate in occupied East Jerusalem that it must close within 30 days, Israeli public broadcaster KAN reported Wednesday. The move … Read more
Govt allows 200,000 tonnes more sugar export
[ Second export decision in three weeks as past exports pushed prices to Rs220; IMF ignored PRICE RELIEF: Sugar prices are now 18% lower than a year ago due to better production this year, with the commodity selling at an average price of Rs148 per kg. Millers have been trying to convince the government to … Read more
Villa beat Brugge in Champions League opener
Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn (R) celebrates after scoring against Club Brugge. Photo: AFP BELGIUM: Aston Villa finally ended their goal drought as they kicked off their Champions League campaign with a 3-2 win against Club Brugge on Tuesday. Unai Emery’s side have made a dismal start in the Premier League after a turbulent close-season … Read more
Bayern primed for Champions League tilt
MUNICH: Bayern Munich have made it clear their main goal this season is to win the Champions League after recent near-misses, with Harry Kane saying “it has to be our year”. Bayern fell agonisingly short against eventual champions Paris Saint-Germain in a wild semi-final last campaign. PSG won a manic first leg 5-4 and then … Read more
Oil Hits $100 a Barrel as Turmoil Intensifies in Middle East
[The cost of crude has risen 40 percent since the start of the war in Iran, pushing up the price of gasoline, diesel and other refined fuels.