Joseph Rice, Lowcountry Lawyer Who Took On Big Tobacco, Dies at 72
[He challenged tobacco companies as well as the opioid industry, securing multibillion-dollar settlements that also benefited public health.
Modi govt under fire over demolition of 115 year-old Saharanpur Mosque
Political leaders characterise demolition as attempt to communalise Uttar Pradesh ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Uttar Pradesh comes under heavy fire across political, media, and social circles following the dawn demolition of a 115-year-old mosque inside the Saharanpur Collectorate campus. APP The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government … Read more
Adeel Hussain on stepping away from the spotlight, returning with ‘Doctor Bahu’
Actor explains why he prioritised personal time and selective projects over demands of constant visibility Adeel Hussain sat down for an interview with Eefa Khalid to discuss his career journey. PHOTO: Screengrab Actor Adeel Husain opened up about his long break from the screen, his return with Doctor Bahu and why playing complicated characters excites … Read more
Real Madrid make winning start against Inter Milan
Kylian Mbappé scores Real Madrid’s opener against Inter Milan. Photo: AFP MADRID: Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid secured a narrow 2-1 victory over his former side Inter Milan in a high-octane Champions League opener on Tuesday. The record 15-time European champions took a two-goal lead through Kylian Mbappe and Fede Valverde thanks to two Inter errors … Read more
PM Shehbaz meets AJK premier, assures support for region’s welfare
Both leaders discuss peace, development, and ongoing welfare projects in the region. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif meets newly elected Azad Jammu and Kashmir Prime Minister Syed Iftikhar Ali Gilani in Islamabad on Wednesday. Photo: APP Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday assured Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Prime Minister Syed Iftikhar Ali Gilani of the … Read more
Treasury Plans $6 Billion in Debt Repurchases to Battle Rising Yields
[Bond yields rose after the announcement, suggesting investors were underwhelmed by the size of the purchases.
Saudi Arabia Runs Out of Easy Routes for Oil to Bypass Iran War
[Saudi Arabia’s oil exports are plummeting as oil prices surpass $100 a barrel.
Ukraine’s Unexpected $27 Billion Budget Gap Rattles Europe
An unexpected request from President Volodymyr Zelensky offered a stark reminder that the cost of the war will rise, challenging Europe.
Pakistani celebrities embrace AI ‘80s trend as fans question deepfake risks
Viral trend has prompted questions over consent, privacy and risks of feeding personal images into AI platforms Social media was taken over by AI this week as people around the world, including Pakistani celebrities, turned to ChatGPT to imagine what they might have looked like in the 1980s. While the trend quickly went viral, it … Read more
Pakistan reach Junior Asia Cup quarters
Pakistan secured a place in the quarter-finals of the Women’s Junior Asia Cup 2026 after holding Kazakhstan to a 1-1 draw in their Challenger Pool match. The two sides produced an evenly contested encounter, with Kazakhstan making the stronger start and taking the lead in the opening quarter. Kazakhstan’s Aman Geldy Zhansaya put her side … Read more