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Spain held by tiny Cape Verde

The 2010 world champions were unable to find a breakthrough against the underdogs LOS ANGELES: European champions Spain were held to a shock 0-0 draw by tiny World Cup debutants Cape Verde on Monday as Iran prepared to make their long-awaited entrance at the tournament after a build-up engulfed by uncertainty. Spain, regarded as one … Read more

E-bikes face major logistical challenges

Electric bikes are gaining popularity but costly batteries, load-shedding and poor charging remain barriers LAHORE: Electric bikes and scooters are becoming increasingly common on Lahore’s roads. Office-going women, university students, and food delivery riders are adopting them as a cost-effective alternative to petrol-powered transport. While rising fuel prices have boosted interest in electric mobility, expensive … Read more

Israeli politicians slam Netanyahu, call US-Iran deal ‘greatest strategic failure’ for Israel

Head of the Democratic Party, Blue and White Party, slams Netanyahu for making Iran strong and weakening Israel Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference, amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran, in Jerusalem, March 19, 2026. REUTERS Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu came under fire from opposition politicians and coalition partners on Monday … Read more

Pakistan braces for widespread dust storms, thunderstorms from June 16

Water-ladden westerly wave to sustain strength up to June 20 in most parts of the country The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Monday forecast widespread dust storms, windstorms and rain-thunderstorms across several parts of the country from June 16, as moist currents from the Arabian Sea are expected to penetrate upper and central regions of … Read more

Sweden demolish Tunisia 5-1

NEW YORK: Sweden crushed Tunisia 5-1 on Sunday to leave the North African nation’s defensive reputation in tatters and seize control of World Cup Group F. Graham Potter’s men took the lead in Guadalupe in the seventh minute courtesy of Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari’sthunderbolt from outside the box, following a mix-up at the back. The celebrations of Ayari, … Read more

K-P announces public holiday on 1st Muharram, subject to moon sighting

Astronomical calculations suggest first day of Muharram to fall on June 17 in Pakistan The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa government on Monday announced a public holiday across the province on the 1st of Muharram-ul-Haram 1448 AH, subject to the sighting of the moon by the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee. According to a notification issued by the K-P Administration Department, … Read more

PCB changes salary grades under new format-specific contracts

Naqvi says new model should not be confused with artificial intelligence; instead, it should be appreciated PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi’s press conference alongside Aqib Javed, Mike Hesson and senior PCB officials. Photo: PCB The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday announced major changes to its players’ central contracts system, introducing a new format-specific structure after abandoning … Read more