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Pakistan likely to name 16-player Test squad for West Indies, England tours

LAHORE – Pakistan is expected to announce a 16-member Test squad for the upcoming tours of the West Indies and England, with consultations underway to…

US signs agreement for permanent embassy site in Jerusalem

JERUSALEM – The United States and Israel have signed an agreement granting Washington a 99-year lease for a plot of land in West Jerusalem that…

Security screening of FIFA World Cup 2026 teams at US airports sparks debate

NEW YORK – The strict security screening of several national football teams during the FIFA World Cup 2026 has sparked widespread debate after videos showing…

TV host actress Fiza Ali receives award at UK Parliament

LONDON – Television host and actress Fiza Ali has been honoured at the UK Parliament with the “Public Voice for Women’s Respect & Responsible Media”…

At least 8 killed after Russia launches fresh missile, drone attack on Kyiv

KYIV – Russia launched another large-scale missile and drone assault on Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, overnight, killing at least eight people and injuring more than 34…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrives in Saudi Arabia on official visit

RIYADH – Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Riyadh on Wednesday for an official visit aimed at further strengthening bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and…

Oil prices edge higher amid uncertainty over Iran-US talks

LONDON – Oil prices rose in early trading on Wednesday as uncertainty surrounding talks between Iran and the United States heightened concerns over potential supply…

Trump reports over $1.4bn income from crypto ventures in latest financial disclosure

WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump on Wednesday reported earning more than $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency-related ventures in 2025, according to his latest annual financial…

FBR imposes additional 30% regulatory duty on commercial import of used vehicles

ISLAMABAD – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has imposed an additional 30 percent regulatory duty on the commercial import of used vehicles, with effect…

Pakistan releases roadmap for phased transition to interest-free financial system

ISLAMABAD – The federal government has released a comprehensive roadmap for the gradual transition to an interest-free financial system, saying the shift will be implemented…