Why Larak Island Is Strategically Important for Iran
The roughly 30-square-mile island serves as a foothold for Iran’s military to advance its control over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Pennsylvania’s A.I. Gold Rush Meets Second Thoughts
[Amid a backlash, Gov. Josh Shapiro is pumping the brakes on enormous data centers. But in a region scarred by the collapse of the steel industry, some welcome billions in construction.
Synergy Group wins big with seven
The winning work reflects Synergy’s ability to turn local insights into culturally resonant, results-driven campaigns Synergy Group, Pakistan’s largest integrated marketing communications conglomerate, secured seven wins across multiple categories at the prestigious Dragons of Pakistan 2026 Awards, where Pakistani entries are assessed by international judging panels based outside the country through an authentic, impartial and … Read more
Wartime Presidents of Russia and Iran Rally With Chinese and Indian Leaders
The two-day summit of the 10-nation Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Kyrgyzstan shows the limits of U.S. economic warfare.
Imam injury revives old PCB inquiry
Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq’s latest injury has revived questions over a previous inquiry into his fitness during the team’s 2025 tour of New Zealand. According to local media report while citing sources, saying, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is likely to examine the circumstances surrounding his latest setback. Imam came under scrutiny after suffering a calf … Read more
Sharjeel Memon slams Mustafa Kamal over ‘politics of hatred’, new administrative units
Says Karachi is the heart of Sindh and will remain so. No one can divide the people for their temporary interests Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Memon speaking at a press conference in Karachi. SCREENGRAB Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on Monday rejected remarks by Health Minister and Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) leader Mustafa Kamal, … Read more
Chinese Cars Could Be Huge in U.S., and That’s the Problem, Officials Say
[The Times test-drove a stunning crossover from Geely that would cost under half of what its rivals charge. Two senators and many experts point to security and economic concerns as reasons for a ban.
How Bad Will This Year’s Flu Season Be?
Doctors are hopeful for a quieter fall and winter than in 2025.
Survivors of Cyprus Ferry Sinking Describe a Harrowing Escape
“My daughter slipped away from my hands,” one survivor told a Turkish news channel.
KSE-100 falls 191.69 points to 177,504.81 amid volatile trading
[ Index moved between intraday high of 178,138.68 and low of 176,991.70, reflecting a trading range of over 1,100 points KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened the week under pressure on Monday, with the benchmark KSE-100 index losing 569.66 points, or 0.32%, within minutes of trading to reach 177,126.84 by 9:34am. The index then … Read more