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North Korea’s FM spokesperson says nukes an ‘absolute guarantee for defending’ country’s sovereignty A satellite image shows a nuclear material production factory, in Yongbyon, North Korea, May 17, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS North Korea said on Monday the United States’ hostile policy remained unchanged and vowed to continue strengthening its nuclear force, rejecting repeated US calls for … Read more
Kinza Hashmi, Zara Noor Abbas and Ushna Shah headline anthology, taking on a distinct battle in the action-packed film The poster for Sheroes was unveiled on Friday, giving fans their first look at the star-studded anthology film. Two days later, its trailer offered a closer glimpse at Kinza Hashmi, Zara Noor Abbas and Ushna Shah, … Read more
Seven players released after Lord’s defeat as Hesson replaces Sarfaraz as head coach Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson speaks to media in Dubai. PHOTO: AFP Pakistan have overhauled their Test squad ahead of the third and final match against England in Birmingham, releasing seven players following the completion of the Lord’s Test and bringing in … Read more
Lawyers, activists and civil society reject new provinces, administrative units and alleged resource grab A march for unity of Sindh in Karachi on Sunday. — EXPRESS KARACHI: A large number of lawyers, students, intellectuals, writers, political and social activists and civil society representatives participated in a “Sindh Unity March” in Karachi on Saturday, rejecting calls … Read more
After a glacial flood last year, Chinese officials strengthened defenses at a border crossing with Nepal. But last week’s “cascade of hazards” overwhelmed them.
The suspect, a 43-year-old Swiss citizen, was taken into custody early on Monday, the police said.
[ Bailey warned G20 countries lack systems to manage the deployment of advanced AI models A screen reads ‘AI’ in reference to artificial intelligence as attendees gather during Rivian’s first Autonomy and AI Day, showcasing developments in self-driving technology, in Palo Alto, California, US, December 11, 2025. REUTERS Financial Stability Board Chair Andrew Bailey said … Read more
Actor highlights social stigmas faced by divorced women and families challenging traditional marriage proposal norms Actor Hamza Ali Abbasi has shared two “big discoveries” from consultations behind his matchmaking platform Marriage4Life, drawing attention to long-standing stigmas around remarriage and women taking the initiative in marriage proposals in Pakistani society. In a video shared on Instagram, … Read more
Messi’s contract with Major League Soccer club Inter Miami runs until the end of the 2028 season Argentina’s Lionel Messi during the match against Spain on July 19. PHOTO: REUTERS Lionel Messi, who captained Argentina to World Cup victory in 2022 and the final in 2026, is retiring from international football, he said on Monday. … Read more
Pakistan’s Muhammad Abbas (2L) celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England’s Dan Lawrence on day four of the second test match between England and Pakistan at Lord’s cricket ground in London on August 30, 2026. Photo: AFP The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday announced that seven players had been replaced from the … Read more