Lionel Messi’s Retirement From Soccer Sparks Heartbreak Across Argentina
Lionel Messi’s retirement from the national soccer team, though widely expected, sparked fears of a diminished squad, and heartbreak over the departure of a national icon.
Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Breaks Record With 20th Week at No. 1
[The singer-songwriter set the record for a non-holiday song, topping the Hot 100 in a week that saw country hits dominate and Dolly Parton’s return.
North Korea says hostile US policy unchanged, vows to strengthen nuclear force
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
‘Sheroes’ trailer unveils three women, three stories ahead of Sept 18 release
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
Pakistan make major shake-up in Test squad
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
Karachi march rallies against province’s division
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
China Prepared for One Kind of Himalayan Flood. Then a Different Disaster Struck.
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.
Man Arrested in Switzerland After Deadly Shooting at Rave
The suspect, a 43-year-old Swiss citizen, was taken into custody early on Monday, the police said.
AI-driven cyber risk is top concern for global financial stability, watchdog says
[ 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
Hamza Ali Abbasi calls out stigma around widowed, divorced women remarrying
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