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Selective morality does not make for sound legislation. That, unfortunately, is what Pakistan's latest move to curtail the death penalty seems to embody. In a bid to retain GSP+ trade concessions from the EU, the Senate of Pakistan has passed a bill that abolishes capital punishment for harbouring hijackers and for the public stripping of … Read more
[Nursing homes and home care agencies have lost workers as the Trump administration has moved to end deportation protections for migrants with temporary legal status.
She was a navigator with an all-female unit of Soviet aviators who attacked German troops at night, whooshing in wooden planes like witches on broomsticks.
[ Listen to article ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan, in a productive day of engagements in Birmingham, explored the potential for deeper commercial ties, unlocking new market opportunities and expanding Pakistan’s export footprint in the United Kingdom. The minister held a detailed meeting with the Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce, where he highlighted Pakistan’s … Read more
Listen to article Sectarian clashes escalated in Syria’s predominantly Druze region of Sweida on Saturday, with machinegun fire and mortar shelling ringing out after days of bloodshed as the government struggled to implement a ceasefire. Reuters reporters heard gunfire from inside the city of Sweida and saw shells land in nearby villages. There were no immediate, confirmed … Read more
A glacier is disappearing. An artist is trying to preserve its sound.
PUBLISHED January 26, 2025 LAHORE/KARACHI/PESHAWAR: “Is there good news?” In a culture where newly married couples are constantly bombarded by prying friends and family over their plans for a baby, pregnancy is generally seen as a beautiful blessing paving the way for a new life to enter the world. Yet, what precedes the arrival of … Read more
Despite an injury that sidelined the Fever star, thousands of fans descended on festivities across Indianapolis.
LAHORE: President of the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF), Syed Mohsen Gilani, held a press conference at the Football House in Lahore on July 17, accompanied by PFF Vice President Hafiz Zakaullah and Executive Committee Member from Punjab, Raja Amer Khan. President Gilani announced a bold roadmap to bring Pakistan football back on track, with clear … Read more
Listen to article At least 28 people have died and dozens are missing after a tourist boat carrying more than 50 capsized Saturday in Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay, state media said. The vessel was carrying 48 passengers and five crew members when it capsized because of sudden heavy rain as it toured the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Dan Tri … Read more
