Ferry Carrying Hundreds of Passengers Capsizes Off Coast of Cyprus
Local authorities said 267 people were aboard the catamaran-type vessel when it began taking on water shortly after its departure from Kyrenia.
Djokovic ‘prepared’ for US Open bid for history
Serbia’s Novak Djokovic practices before the US Open, where he’s chasing a record-setting 25th Grand Slam title. Photo: AFP NEW YORK: Since Novak Djokovic last lifted the US Open trophy in 2023 to tie Margaret Court with a 24th Grand Slam title, the Serbian superstar has relentlessly pursued record-breaking number 25. That so-far futile quest … Read more
Olivia Rodrigo wears dress featuring Palestinian tatreez at event for Daisy Chain Fields festival
American singer joins Bella Hadid, Saja Kilani in spotlighting Palestinian heritage through fashion American singer Olivia Rodrigo became the latest global star to bring Palestinian craftsmanship into the fashion spotlight, wearing a handmade dress featuring traditional tatreez embroidery at her inaugural Daisy Chain Fields festival. She joined a list of other celebrities who have used … Read more
Google Maps Changes Lake Ontario to Lake America Following Trump’s Executive Order
Users in the United States will see the new label, following President Trump’s executive order last week.
Ebola death toll exceeds 2,800 in DR Congo as cases mount
The death toll from the current Ebola virus outbreak, which began in the Democratic Republic of Congo in May, surpassed 2,800 on Sunday, according to the latest data released by the country’s health authorities. The Health Ministry data showed that the number of confirmed cases had reached 5,945 across six provinces. At least 1,327 people … Read more
Subhash Ghai reveals how altercation with Salman Khan turned into friendship
Indian filmmaker says actor’s apology, prompted by father Salim Khan, won him over Indian filmmaker Subhash Ghai detailed the story of his fallout with actor Salman Khan in 2008, revealing how an apology eventually turned their strained relationship into a close friendship. According to Gulf News, in a recent interview, Ghai discussed the physical altercation that … Read more
Federer inducted into tennis Hall of Fame
Roger Federer accepts his induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame during a ceremony in Newport. Photo: AFP NEWPORT: A tearful Roger Federer was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Saturday, describing his formal entrance into the sport’s pantheon as one of the “greatest honors of my life.” The 45-year-old 20-time … Read more
PML-N leadership urges prioritising healthcare, education, infrastructure in meeting with new AJK PM Gilani
Nawaz Sharif shares a 100-day reform plan with the AJK PM targeting public sector PML-N President Nawaz Sharif, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz meet AJK Prime Minister Iftikhar Gilani and Speaker Tariq Farooq. PHOTO: X The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz’s (PML-N) senior leadership on Sunday stressed the need for the immediate resolution … Read more
Venice Film Festival: Ellen Burstyn to Recieve a Lifetime Achievement Award
The actress will receive a Golden Lion for her decades on stages and screens large and small at the Venice Film Festival.
Juve notch second straight victory
Nico Gonzalez came off the bench and sparked Juventus into life for a 2-0 victory over Parma. Photo: AFP ROME: Juventus saw off Parma 2-0 to make it back-to-back wins at the start of the Serie A season on Saturday, while Fiorentina’s celebrations of the club’s 100th anniversary were spoilt by a 3-0 home defeat … Read more